Have any of you seen any of the bikes on * RAT ROD BIKES * ?
Some of them are just begging to be motorized
Some of them are just begging to be motorized
Rat Rod Bikes
- Thread starter Rockenstein
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Here's a Rat Rod for ya, and it IS Motorized!
Back in the real Motorcycle days, I actually won a Rat Class Division prize with my '81 Suzuki 400 Thumper. What a piece of crap that was, but it sure was a fun ride back then! The best Bike I had was a '79 Yamaha 750 Triple Cylinder with a Shaft drive that would do 70 MPH in second gear. What a RUSH!!!
But, that was almost 15 years ago by now. I gave up the Motorcycles when my daughter was coming into my life. So my new Rat Bike is sure bringin' back to me some good memories and some good times!
Back in the real Motorcycle days, I actually won a Rat Class Division prize with my '81 Suzuki 400 Thumper. What a piece of crap that was, but it sure was a fun ride back then! The best Bike I had was a '79 Yamaha 750 Triple Cylinder with a Shaft drive that would do 70 MPH in second gear. What a RUSH!!!
But, that was almost 15 years ago by now. I gave up the Motorcycles when my daughter was coming into my life. So my new Rat Bike is sure bringin' back to me some good memories and some good times!
Rock,Have any of you seen any of the bikes on * RAT ROD BIKES * ?
Some of them are just begging to be motorized
We really really need to get these guys to see it our way. What a bunch of cool bikes! Thanks for sharing.
Tom
I tried to join that forum and I made the mistake of telling them I'm a MBer....lol, they wouldn't post my thread. Guess I know where I stand with the Rat Rod crowd. Take a look at their photo gallery; 3rd row down, 5th photo in...Wow! Too Cool.
Tom
Tom
That's just not very neighborly now is it...lol...I mean rat bikes with motors just seems like the right thing to do.
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I've seen a few pics of MB's over there. Seems to me they were very well received. I think for the most part those guys love anything on two wheels. A mistake maybe? Hmm
I looked at a few more Pics in that Gallery tonight, and I agree. Some of those bikes are just waiting to have an engine installed. Wow, I love the 'Old School' style of a ride!
The Style they had back then... just kicks the butt out the typical Mountain Bike style of today (what I have). That's why I love my Handlebar Swap so much!
Combine that old look with my crappy old paint job.... Oh I just love it. Looks like a turd, until the engine starts up and I just take off!!!
The Style they had back then... just kicks the butt out the typical Mountain Bike style of today (what I have). That's why I love my Handlebar Swap so much!
Combine that old look with my crappy old paint job.... Oh I just love it. Looks like a turd, until the engine starts up and I just take off!!!
Maybe a mistake and probably on my part because I posted another entry in their 'Introductory' forum and got some very nice replys from the members. They affirmed that MBs are not frownd upon and welcomed me warmly. I probably just didn't push the right button the first time. Their forum is set up a little different from ours and there's a learning curve involved. Sure some sweet rides to look at over there.
Tom
Its cool over there. I like it. And there is a way cool blue trike/stretch cruiser that is just WILD! So....gonna build me a RATROD>>>>>>
Here's one I wish I still had. Sold it before I got into motorbikes. Damn.
ratrodbikes.com • View topic - Yeh Baby. It's done. "62-3-4? Hiawatha Flightlinerish
ratrodbikes.com • View topic - Yeh Baby. It's done. "62-3-4? Hiawatha Flightlinerish
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BOUGHT THIS ON EBAY A COUPLE MONTHS AGO. It Says "jet Pilot" On The Sides And Roadmaster (amf) On The Top. The Bar Goes Thru The Tank. Ron
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Hey guys if you got a bad taste from the Rat Rodders the stars must've been way out alighnment. Unless somthing has drasticly changed in recent months, they are a good bunch of guys. I've been a member there since they started that board and those guys love just about anything kustomized. I have given alot of motorized advise there and referred several members over here.
Seca, great Spaceliner! That was a build off bike wasn't it? Keep up the good work...Kelly
Seca, great Spaceliner! That was a build off bike wasn't it? Keep up the good work...Kelly
I think you misunderstood. They weren't shunning me, I just wasn't loading my posts right. When I got it they responded with good words and welcomes. They do seem to be a good bunch and I've been spending some time over there enjoying what they build. Thanks.Hey guys if you got a bad taste from the Rat Rodders the stars must've been way out alighnment. Unless somthing has drasticly changed in recent months, they are a good bunch of guys. I've been a member there since they started that board and those guys love just about anything kustomized. I have given alot of motorized advise there and referred several members over here.
Seca, great Spaceliner! That was a build off bike wasn't it? Keep up the good work...Kelly
Tom
I slid over to RRB when I was out looking for info on a bike I was building. Started nosing around and got hooked on all the old bikes. Then I got into one of the build off and built this. My take on a concept of what the high end road bikes of today came from. But in a years time I had so many parts and parts bikes that it just wasnt healthy for me. I got the build bug but didnt want all the clutter so I tried to fill a niche that was missing was headbadges....now I just have to get one made for my Indian copy.
But I think both sites compliment each other.
Terry
But I think both sites compliment each other.
Terry
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