Thanks for your comment, I was very pleased that this classic Iron head really preformed well today in all aspects motor, transmission, electrical and suspension. Naturally when you finish building a bike there is still some uncertainty that goes with the territory. But I was very pleased with the bike cruising along at 65 down the long stretch’s of open country roads. The brakes at first were kind of sketchy but began to improve as they began to wear in a little. I dialed in the tillotson carburetor and clutch adjustment before I hit the open road which made the bike much more comfortable and predictable in its operation. Next is a left leather saddle bag and some small custom turn signals. I was using hand signals all day which most people don’t know what they mean! But all in all I am very pleased.

Tank you, I really appreciate you watching! I thought it would be a nice time to honor all the service members including my family as well. Actually, my brother Joe pictured bought a 1968 XLCH as soon as he returned from Vietnam and took a road trip to Pennsylvania to visit one of his Army buddies. Back in the day, it was common to road trip Sportsters for longer distances.

Thank you Big Ed, I’m still mulling over which action camera to buy so I can get some riding footage out. The shake down run went great! The bike preformed perfectly on its first time out on the road. I definitely wanted to honor all the military vets including my family members. I actually rode out to the Lincoln memorial military cemetery as well but didn’t include it in the video. Hope all is well with you over there, take care Big Ed.

@@Michael-st1hl thanks, buddy.

Thank you, you will see from my previous videos I found this particular 1970 Sportster in a local garage sale wasting away in a back yard with yard tools leaning on it. I wanted to save it and get it back on the road again. In my previous videos you can see me rebuilding it, however I didn’t film everything because I had no intention of putting it on KZfaq. Anyway, it’s back on the road and I am filming scenes riding to certain destinations down Illinois Route 66 . Thanks for watching and your comments! I really appreciate it!

Wow, what a beautiful comment! You made my day.. Yes, my father definitely was a cool guy and a very kind humble man as well. He fought through Normandy and all the way into Germany earning numerous battle ribbons including the Silver star, bronze star two Purple Hearts and others. He told me incredible stories I will never forget. Yeah, my old iron head is cool, but nothing compared to these true heroes and combat veterans then and now. Thank you for your comment, I will always remember it! Means a lot to me!

@@Michael-st1hl my grandfather was a navigator on a B-17 during the war. I wish I'd had more conversations with him about it when he was around. Most of those guys didn't feel the need to brag about what they'd done (or even talk about.) Unlike a lot of these kids today who feel the need to share every minuscule detail of their lives on social media. : )

Thank you, I love all the older Harleys from the seventies and earlier, I think they are pieces of mechanical art and have a much different feel then todays bikes. I just sold my EVO 1993 FXDL which was a big mistake because I really miss it for the longer road trips. Hold on to that Springer, I think it will keep going up in value over the years. Thanks for watching, I hope you subscribe and follow along. Take care.

@@Michael-st1hl Yeah I have no plans on selling it. I’ve had it so long now it’s like part of the family

@@mikef3300 Absolutely, Harley Davidson doesn’t make classic bikes anymore. You’re very wise to hold on to that springer. There is an old guy in town who has one, I have been meaning to ask him if he ever wants to sell it I would be interested, it’s a cream puff too! Hardly used.

You’re reading my mind! I have been looking at the 2 inch extended side stands I need on both my iron heads. You’re 100% right! The wood blocks need to go!

John, did you get the one inch extension kick stand?

Thank you, I really appreciate it! I found this one in a local yard sale covered in trash as you can see in my previous videos. My vision and restoration work payed off and it’s really a great running and riding bike. Keep looking, they are out there! Thanks for your comment and watching. Take care!

Thanks for your comment, actually it’s my front fork tool pouch off my 93 EVO Dyna. It’s only temporary until I get my left mount leather saddle bag. I have already designed a custom bracket for a single left saddle bag. I will make a video on it when I install it. Hope you subscribe and stay tuned. Thanks for watching, take care.

Thank you, I really appreciate it! But I got you covered with my 1968 XLCH, and I guarantee it’s a raw brute of a kicker that will light you up if you forget to retard that Magneto. I wouldn’t have it any other way! I definitely appreciate your comment. Check out my CH on previous videos! I’m kicking it! Take care and happy 4th of July my friend.

LOL, I rode backwards all day! Na, I just reset my odometer at some stops along the way. What a nice day to ride! Just breaking things in for now!

@@Michael-st1hl Just put it down to the strange things I notice in videos mate...never had instruments on my '70 sportster , sure did look like a nice day though. Cheers.