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Posted by CrshOverride
- November 25, 2014, 16:56:11 PMAny early idea on price of any of the systems that you're planning on making available? I was going to break down and order a set of Hard Krome pipes over the winter but a two-into-one classic fishtail system or a dual fishtail system would be worth the wait. Assuming, that is, that I can afford them and they sound right. 
Posted by 49Reo
- November 25, 2014, 09:41:46 AMDefinitely interested in a pair of fishtail tips, about 8-10" long, to fit the V&H Longshots.
Posted by Tecumseh
- November 23, 2014, 21:18:08 PMQuote from: Mr.Hanbar on August 30, 2014, 20:11:19 PMMr. Hanbar, I fabricated the exhaust pipes to suit my "sporting" taste and riding style. If I could I would gladly give you and everyone else an explanation on how to make the pipes but I would probably fail on making any sense, cause though they look pretty simple in design, there is a little complexity in some of the compound radiuses that are not visible in the pics posted. I do have some good news though for you and anyone else who's interested........Tecumseh, i love that exhaust system, can you tell me where to buy it or how to make it or even better, do you sell it??
it looks really good congrats on a beautiful looking bike Brother!
For 2015 I will be making this exhaust system and two other designs available for sale. The other two designs I'm prototyping right now are a "two into one" Indian Chief style system as pictured below:
The other system will be a dual fishtails exhaust which seems to be very desirable based on what I've been reading on this and other boards. I will keep this board up to date on the progress.
Posted by Tecumseh
- November 23, 2014, 19:11:28 PMQuote from: 49Reo on August 30, 2014, 20:23:43 PM49Reo, I have thought about that and still contemplating it...........so many cool ideas, so little time!Tecumseh, did you think about removing the rear fender support and going to inside the fender support? That would really show the profile of the rear fender, and add more of that "Fabulous Fifties" look you have nailed down.
Just a thought....
Posted by pcarrell
- November 02, 2014, 07:49:52 AMHi kelly, welcome to the forum.
The seat appears to be a custom mounting of a traditional chopper type seat pan. You can find them lots of places, but here's one: http://www.monstercraftsman.com/seats/?sort=featured&page=2
As far as the pipes go, those are one-off custom jobs. The tips look like they might be available commercially, but you'd have to get the pipes custom made by a metal fabricator. The pipes are mandrel bent by the looks, so it'd have to be a pretty well stocked shop that does the work as a mandrel bender is a pretty pricey piece of equipment.
Posted by kellybyrne13
- November 02, 2014, 00:32:41 AMHi guys, new to the Drifter world. Picked up my 800 about a month ago, LOVING it so far. I'm looking to get a look very similar to this bike. Where do I need to look to find this style of seat and those exhaust pipes?? Thanks in advance!
Posted by 49Reo
- August 30, 2014, 20:23:43 PMTecumseh, did you think about removing the rear fender support and going to inside the fender support? That would really show the profile of the rear fender, and add more of that "Fabulous Fifties" look you have nailed down.
Just a thought....
Posted by Mr.Hanbar
- August 30, 2014, 20:11:19 PMQuote from: Tecumseh on August 04, 2014, 19:58:34 PMTecumseh, i love that exhaust system, can you tell me where to buy it or how to make it or even better, do you sell it??It mainly drags when I turn left riding double
it looks really good congrats on a beautiful looking bike Brother!
Posted by greenbarn
- August 18, 2014, 21:45:17 PMI sincerely say - that's a REALLY nice looking 800. But be fore-warned... Just remember when I start stealing some of those ideas.... Imitation is the sincerest form of FLATTERY!!!
Posted by Tecumseh
- August 17, 2014, 23:40:39 PMQuote from: Drift1 on August 10, 2014, 20:17:54 PMWow, thanks for the kind words guys!WOW !!!!! This 800 is bad ass ...... I'm lost for words .... Excellent , Excellent job on this machine
49 no offense taking brother , this is one swwweeeeettttt drifter
Posted by Drift1
- August 10, 2014, 20:17:54 PMWOW !!!!! This 800 is bad ass ...... I'm lost for words .... Excellent , Excellent job on this machine
49 no offense taking brother , this is one swwweeeeettttt drifter
Posted by 49Reo
- August 09, 2014, 14:22:47 PMThat is, without a doubt, the nicest 800 I've ever seen; and I say this with no disrespect to all the other 800's and their owners. You have done a fantastic job of taking it back to the '50's. Great job.
Posted by Tecumseh
- August 09, 2014, 00:04:10 AMQuote from: Bucko on August 08, 2014, 01:30:59 AMBucko, actually raised the forks from the triple clamps an 1-1/2" which in reverse effect lowered the bike the same amount.It looks pretty awesome! I've always felt the Drifter's profile, at least the 1500 model, makes it looks a bit like it's riding 'up hill'. I think, as long as there's no clearance issues, it would look a bit better with the front end lowered slightly, just like yours. Did you use a Progressive lowering kit or did you just cut the OEM spacers down? (I think the 1500's and the 800's have the same front end).
Posted by Bucko
- August 08, 2014, 01:30:59 AMQuote from: Tecumseh on August 04, 2014, 20:01:57 PMIt looks pretty awesome! I've always felt the Drifter's profile, at least the 1500 model, makes it looks a bit like it's riding 'up hill'. I think, as long as there's no clearance issues, it would look a bit better with the front end lowered slightly, just like yours. Did you use a Progressive lowering kit or did you just cut the OEM spacers down? (I think the 1500's and the 800's have the same front end).Yes I lowered the front end. I think also the angle that the pic was taken makes it look a little funny, doesn't look as extreme in the 4th pic.
Posted by Tecumseh
- August 04, 2014, 20:01:57 PMQuote from: Bucko on August 04, 2014, 00:04:11 AMYes I lowered the front end. I think also the angle that the pic was taken makes it look a little funny, doesn't look as extreme in the 4th pic.Sweet looking bike! The front fender looks close to the rad; did you lower the bike?