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 Venice Choppers' 1952 Harley K-model
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 Rebuilt speedometer, reset to zero at restoration. The bike has been on
display in the builders shop for over 20 years. It has been dialed in,
tuned to a healthy state, started regularly, and ridden occasionally.
The quality of the restoration is top notch. The only flaws noticeable
include- a small chip in the paint on the rear fender, a small, well
done repair on inner primary case, and split hand grips. The chrome is
thick and shiny, the paint smooth and shiny. The bike looks like it came
from a time capsule, with only minor detailing needed to clean, and
remove some minor corrosion.
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 The left rear is clean on old K-models, no brake or sprocket in the way of those beautiful spokes. Note the "flip" on the end of the read fender, used on K's and early Sportsters.
 Stock tail light, although chromed, not black. Stock exhaust works well, its only 45 cubic inches, after all.
The early chain guard is a thing of beauty. At least until they crack from vibration. A clean decent restoration of a classic American bike.
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 The left side of a K-model is as nice as the show side.
The early headlight is a thing of beauty, especially with chrome or stainless tins on the fork. |
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