@@pastorbobncc365 it’s great to hear you have a nice original example since they are not easy to find these days in original condition. I have an original 1968 XLCH with only 12k on the clock I featured in some of my previous videos. Also, I had a original 1975 XLH a long time ago. So sorry I sold it!

I agree, most people’s bikes are a reflection of their owners sometimes, but not all the time. I think Old iron heads have been the most customized bikes on the planet! There are so many custom parts available to make it your own. My next project will be a chopper of my own vision, I already have been working out the design in my head. I am thinking of a pan head build or another iron head and take it into a much different direction then most choppers. Thanks for your comment and watching, i really appreciate your take on things. Take care my friend.

Actually I don’t mind staying in the saddle on this bike, but I have no choice because of the small 2.2 gallon gas tank. I am already hunting down a 4 Gallon turtle tank so I don’t have to keep sweating out gas stations every 20 minutes! It’s a vintage bike so I definitely have to ride it like one so I am staying on the back roads taking in the sites along the way. Thanks for watching, I really appreciate it.

I totally agree, my action camera is on the way. In this one I had to resort to my pocket Sony camera. Those riding vids are coming I promise, stay tuned!

Hello John, We both love the iconic look of the 2.2 Sportster tank, it really is in perfect proportion and shape to our iron heads. But for the kind of riding I do it simply not practical especially on some of the longer country roads I take off the beaten path. I was always looking for another gas stop every 30 minutes and I feel I am much too limited for the miles I like to put on. I never had this issue with my 93 Dyna big fat bob tanks taking me comfortably at least 180 miles between gas stops. I will definitely look into your suggestion about the 3.5 melon tank. I really appreciate your suggestion. I do have a 3.2 Sportster king tank sitting on the shelf as well but I am thinking about going bigger. The big down side is taking away the looks of the bike. I also have an original fender rack still in the box that I can strap an auxiliary tank to.. again, it will take away the looks of the bike. I don’t want to make a bagger out of it lol. I just need more fuel capacity! Anyway, I will check on eBay for the melon tank you’re suggesting and picture it on my bike. Thank you John, I definitely appreciate your input.

Yeah, that bike wasn't really designed for long trips

I used to watch Then came Bronson as a kid. Now I’m taking over that long lonesome highway! I plan on doing more riding vids but this time with a new action camera recording the whole ride. Thanks for your comment and watching, I really appreciate it. Take care and ride safe!