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My Old Friend: Part 8 – The Rebirth of an XT

Part 8 is now up of My Old Friend: The Rebirth of an XT

Finally seeing the bike take shape, and getting caught up, we see what stood as a skeleton of bare metal, start to take form of a motorcycle, but not without a hiccup here and there.

Boy! What a weekend!

I was originally going to name this issue of MOF “The exploady burny” issue, but decided against that… And more on that later. Right now, lets jump right into things!”

Continue reading hear: Part 8: Published 10-26-09

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My Old Friend: Part 7 – The Rebirth of an XT

Part 7 is now available for your reading pleasure!

Part 7: Published 10-19-09

A wet weekend of more time spent driving than working proves that even a little progress is good progress.

“What I set out to do this weekend, was finish what I was unable to do last weekend. Which was put the engine in the frame, swing-arm attached, wheel bearings put in, steering stem with front suspension put on, and wheels so it will stand on its own.

What I did get this weekend, was a lot of sit down, rethink planning, a lot of back and forth driving all over the place, and then just a lot of bull shitting.”

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My Old Friend: Part 6 – The Rebirth of an XT

The latest installment of “My Old Friend” is now up for your viewing pleasure!

“First off, I received a few items this week!  The Wheel Bearings came super quick, the air filter came in along with my rear tail light cover, the front fork boots made their way to Oregon, and last but not least, my frame was finished!”

Continue Reading Here: My Old Friend: Part 6 – The Rebirth of an XT

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