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When Callan was a little kid, his godmother bought him a Harley-Davdison toy motorbike. It sparked his interest and eventual passion for motorcycles. He’s built a number of vintage Japanese motorcycles and custom builds over the years, although a Harley-Davidson had eluded, until now. With the budget to afford one and inspired by the 1970s Harley and Chopper scene, Callan bought a 2008 Harley-Davidson Sportster 1200 Custom in what would be his first custom project with the manufacturer.

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Engineering is easy. Lean on decades of technological progress, R&D like hell, and a modern manufacturer can build a mechanically competent motorcycle that satisfies the masses. Style, on the other hand, proves elusive. It slips and shifts, deflecting fleeting trends and prevailing tastes while flirting with the culture zeitgeist. On a rare occasion a bike’s looks will resonate grandly, alchemizing desire through seemingly incidental gestures like the arc of a fuel tank, the chamfered edge…

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