This Project is on hold as I have decided to keep this bike original and find another to modify.
Until such time as I aquire the new (old) bike for the project, I am leaving this page untouched.
1983 FXSB Low Rider - Project Bike
Shopping List to convert my Low Rider to a Wide Glide look keeping the old parts
to preserve the vintage and re-sale value of the bike. I will be keeping the engine stock, even when time comes for a rebuild. I will be keeping the original 3.5 gal. tanks on it and painting the new fenders the original red to keep a balance with originality.
My Low Rider today
This is a "wishlist" of items, most of which, were found on the Chrome Specialties catalog
that I would like to instal on my Harley. This is a guideline, if any of these items are not
available when ordering, or if I find other parts elsewhere that I prefer or are available at
better pricing, I will use equivalent or similar parts from other suppliers to complete
my Custom. I will update these changes here from time to time.
Jammer Wide Fork Conversion Kits
These wide fork conversion kits from Jammer Cycle Products offer a true Wide Glide styling for late model FX, FXR's and Sportsters ® factory equipped with narrow forks. The chrome steel upper and lower triple trees look original and accept the stock tube and sliders. Kits come complete with all items needed for a professional, factory looking conversion.
Note: Dual disc models require an additional hub spacer kit.
Part# 160511 Fits FX 4-speed models 1977-1983 with 35mm forks and dual disc brakes
$456.11 US
Part# 160513 Hub spacer kit. Fits CSI# 160511
$33.59 US
Air cleaner
Round Air Cleaner - Model to be determined
Part# 000000
$20.00 US Estimated cost.
Desired style of exhaust, similar to stock, no crossover to leave engine more visible.
This item from
Paughco Catalog
Exhaust System
Staggered dual 38" tapered muffler set for swingarm frames. Kick or electric start with swing
out kicker. 1 3/4" dia. Heat shields recommended. Has slider channels on mufflers. Hanger bkt.
part# 7188 included with set.
Part# 730ETM
$217.53 US Price quote from Mid USA Catalog on DRS Cycle web site.
Chrome Dual Instrument Dash Trim Kit
Chrome kit will completely restore the dual instrument dash on FX models 1977-1984 with Fat
Bob tanks. Includes die-cast instrument housing, dash panel, trim rubber and mounting hardware.
Part# 310550
$43.67 US
Front Fenders For Fx And Xl Models
Original style steel front fender with chrome supports for FX, FXR, XL and Dyna models.
Available as a stock replacement for 1973-1999 models or in a shortened custom model with the front tip cut back for a trim appearance.
Part# 240311 Custom shortened fender (Not shown)
$37.79 US
Fx Model Rear Fender For Wide Glide
Fits stock and our custom FX style fender struts. Installs easily using stock mounting
hardware. Fits FX models 1973-1985 (except FXWG and FXST). Works with our custom taillight
bracket (CSI# 240126). Unpainted steel.
Part# 240349
$57.95 US
Part# 240126 - Taillight bracket, fits FX narrow bobbed fender. 6-1/2" wide (Not shown)
$33.59 US
Taillight for Rear Fender
Part# 340305 Cateye taillight with blue dot lens.
$21.83 US
Chrome Accessory Floorboards
These die-cast, chrome plated floorboards can easily be fitted in place of small diameter
footpegs found on most FX, FXR, FXWG, XL and Softail ® models. Replacing the stock pegs.
Part# 190556
$31.07 US
Universal Custom Passenger Floorboards
Die-cast chrome plated floorboards can easily be adapted to almost any application.
Floorboard support mounts with 3/8"-24 stud. Sold in pairs. Replacing the stock pegs.
Part# 190551
$45.35 US
Once I start the conversion, probably over winter 2005/2006, I will document the steps as
well as post pics of the work in progress on this site. I hope to have it ready to ride with
the new look for Bike Week 2006.
