Rucker Nostalgia
If you have a Harley Softail or Roadking and
still crave for that early look you shouldn’t think at buying and restoring a
1950’s cruiser, but consider transforming the model you already own into what it
is called the Rucker Nostalgia. It is actually a package that comes on the
previously mentioned models and does a radical transformation.
The transformation only concerns 2007 or later Harley Softail and Roadking
models and it involves reshaped fuel tank and fenders in order to resemble bikes
from that lost but not forgotten era. It is all about the attention to details
which brings to the scene the hybrid tin primary cover, faux fuel shut off knob
and split tank effects.
Last but not least, there is the 50’s accessories range which brings the
enthusiastic rider even closer the image they’ve been searching ever since
they’ve seen grandpa’s pictures on its then new Harley-Davidson motorcycle.
History
The force was supplied with such Harley-Davidson
motorcycles for as long as everybody can remember. Real tractors on two wheels,
the patrol models fitted perfectly in crowded cities such as L.A. and N.Y. while
the highway was their middle name. It is hard to believe, but the easy handling
was the primary feature, something that made it versatile and a real symbol for
Police Departments exploiting them.
There have been policeman on two wheels ever since these were invented, but
together with the mass production of the Harley a carefully defined and
maintained trajectory was created for motorcycles from their very first day at
work and until retirement. After serving the force for 15-20 years (reliability
is also a big thing when it comes to such models) replaced motorcycles head to
the training facilities around the country where future officers “make their
hand” on and – this is the part you’ll love – afterwards they are offered for
sale as filled-with-history metal horses. Nice! So there is a small chance that
you’ll find an original 50’s model if you set your mind on it
Engine, Year/Model: 2007/Harley TC 96
Builder: Rucker Performance
Displacement: 96 "
Fuel System: VFI Fuel Injected
Exhaust Pipes: Fistail, Cigar or choice
Transmission, Year/Model: 6-speed
Primary Drive: Enclosed Chain
Final Drive: Belt
Frame
2008 Rucker Nostalgia
Frame, Year/Model: Soft-tail
Shocks: Stock
Front Fork: Hydra Glide
Front Wheel: Rucker Performance 16" x 3.5"
Rear Wheel: Rucker Performance 16" x 3.5"
Front Brake: Single Disc with rotor cover
Rear Brake: Stock
Front Tire: Choice of Whitewall
Rear Tire: Choice of Whitewall
Rear Fender: Smooth, modified for Bubble Bags and accessories
Accessories
Headlight: 7"
Fuel Tank: Rucker Performance Custom Fabricated, Split Tank Details
Handlebars: Buckhorn with Riser
Seat: Solo or Buddy seat
Speedo/Tach: Stock
Hand Controls: Chrome
Foot Controls: Modified
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