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[Landshark]

I have just about completed transformation of my 2009 FXDF-SE.  I converted it to mid-controls and the usual pipe and map previously but I now have finished the rest of the upgrades.  It now has the Screamin' Eagle custom paint from HD, full race tech front suspension, 18" PM contrast cut Luxe wheel and works shocks.  It rides and handles better than ever.

Landshark

[Landshark]

Here are some more pictures

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another picture

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one last one

[Landshark]

sorry, I posted one twice

[Skillet]

That is one sweet ride.

[ALRG8TOR]

Looks like fun to me!   

Enjoy!!

[GreatGazoo]

Can you tell me if the foot pegs still hurt your handling or with the mods did it help?  What size tire are you running now in front and back?

[Buy early]

Sweet lookin' ride!

[Randylee]

I normally a big fan of the stock look and especially not partial to the 2-1 exhaust but I'm impressed with what you've done.  Looks really good.  The only other thing that I think would really work is to lose the 2-up seat for a solo.

[Landshark]

That is my next project.  I am just waiting for the chance to ride it to Corbin to have a seat made to match the new style.  That is why there is a micro fiber towel under the back of the seat.  The checkered paint runs the lenght of the rear fender.  I also plan to make a billet support for the belt gard so I can remove the rear pegs.  I will suppy updated pictures when it is finished.

Landshark

[Landshark]

Reply to GreatGazoo.  The mid controls provide me with better balance but I have never liked forward controls.  I test rode the SE and a regular Fatbob with mid controls before I purchased it.  If I could not have converted it to mid controls I would never have purchased it.  I have always had bikes, past and present with my pegs underneath me.  The conversion was worth every penny.  As to the tire sizes, 130/70-18 front and 180/55-18 rear which has provided a more responsive turn in and a little extra ground clearance which has been helpful.  Here is a picture of my Buell which may help to explain my style

[GreatGazoo]

Well Landshark I like your style ......Love the Buell as well...think we are in the same ballpark

I like what you did and it is clear the 18 inchers add some height. This would also allow for some ricer sticky tires in those sizes. The mid controls are higher too..... hmmmm.... me thinks more mods coming my way. 
The suspension work is most likely what  I am going after next. Have to burn off the tires now that I just put them on. 

Thanks for all of the information and pictures. Everyone is very helpful out here and has provided so many options. Thanks Landshark!

[Landshark]

You are more than welcome GreatGazoo.  The other thing I did, which you might want o consider, is a changed the compensating sprocket.  I put on one which is 3 teeth less which really makes the bike jump.  This bike is always a joy to ride and I don't think I will ever part with it.  I hope you are able to make yours everything you want it to be.

[GreatGazoo]

Landshark....

Today I went for a ride and took it all the way up to where she had no more and alas the wobble is gone.  Cornering and handling are like night and day compared to what it was prior to changing the bearing. 
Finally it handles and rides like it should YEAH!!!!!!!!!!

[ltank]

LandShark,
 I really liked you Bike! Very Nice! I liked it so much it inspired me to put a 49mm front end on my FXR4 CVO. It will be on the bike by end of August and I will post pics.
My bike is a 2000 but I think it will be nice. Thanks for the insperation! Wife is mad I spent alot of money but if she was not mad for this then it would have been something else.The paint job is Awesome! How is the FatBob headlight at night? Is it less than the 7" but more than the 5 3/4" lights? That is two 4" reflectors correct? Does it use two 50/55 watt bulbs? How many amps is your lighting fuse? How does it handle in town? Highway speeds 75 plus?
Thanks,
Ltank

[Landshark]

Thank you for the nice comments.  As to the lights, they look like two H4 bulbs.  I would expect them to be 50/55W.  They seem to work fine and I don't have any problem the vision at night.  I used to run 55/100 H4s in all my bikes but I have been unable to find them lately.  I don't believe these twin headlights produce any more than a really good single headlight.  I like the looks of the twin headlights on this bike since they fit the width of the forks.  Good luck and please post some pictures when you finish.

[ltank]

Lanshark,
What are the specs on your rear shock? length and spring rates?
Thanks,
Ltank

[Landshark]

I ordered them directly from Works who made them just for me with a weight of 180, no passenger, and sport riding.  They suggest they be 12 5/8 in length for the proper length for the dual rate springs.  When I sit on the bike the ride height is perfect.  I couldn't be more pleased.  Quick turn around and they work just as expected.  Their customer service is great.