My Rat Rod Build Off Bikes

[MazdaFlyer]

My first build off bike was built and entered in 2012 for RRBBO #7. This led to four more bikes being built for #8, #9, #10 and finally #11. I've always tried to include some features and details not previously seen. My bikes have never been the typical rusty rats. They've always had a little flash and have never been well received based on voting results. Nonetheless they are all unique and I thought I'd post them all together for comparison.
Hammered Higgins...2012

Kustom Coaster III...2013

iAM Higgins...2014

Evans/Colson Commander...2015

Ed's '41 Elgin Deluxe...2016

Born Again Hawthorne...2017

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[A.S.BOLTNUT]

Great collection of work ,you should be proud they're all one of a kind. Something about that Colson Comander makes me wanna ride.

~ Rafael ~

 

[FGMRd00d]

Nice bikes! I particularly like the hammered Higgins and the kustom Coaster iii.

 

[franconuevo]

I like them all
very unique, creative and satisfying
Plus, they all look like very strong sturdy rollers.

franco

 

[GuitarlCarl]

I want to see a group photo.
I've been contemplating one for my builds...

Carl.

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[deorman]

I voted for a couple of those. Last year's was/is my favorite.

 

[MazdaFlyer]

I want to see a group photo.
I've been contemplating one for my builds...

Carl.

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Here is a shot with the first three...

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[RustyGold]

That is an impressive collection of build off bikes...outstanding accomplishment!

Jason

 

[MazdaFlyer]

2017 Winter Build Off - Edgy Elgin Rat

2017 RRBBO12 - Born Again Hawthorne
In Progress:

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[franconuevo]

They are some very , very beautiful bikes MF
LOVE them all..(hey what's not to love? )

QUESTION:
So, if you don't own a lot of property, or a back 40, or even a back 40 feet or hey, even a back 12 Meters ...whaddya' do with all of these beauties?
I am facing this, an over run of bikes..(cuz, you know.. I also fix up 'regular bikes for 'reg'lar' people too)

I've been hesitant to sell any my custom built bikes, for some reason...like what if a weld breaks or something ?...even though they are nicer looking than 99% of bikes I see people riding everyday.

franco

 

[MazdaFlyer]

You just show them when you get a chance, move em around ride em once in a while, rat hole them. Good question, part them out if you want some return on your investment.
Donate them to a museum?


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[kingsting]

Those are all cool! I always liked your builds!

 

[MazdaFlyer]

Those are all cool! I always liked your builds!

Glad you like them, thanks! I never felt they got the votes they deserved...the custom stuff seems to do better, rats are left in the dust.


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[OddJob]

Glad you like them, thanks! I never felt they got the votes they deserved...the custom stuff seems to do better, rats are left in the dust.


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I couldn't agree more, Ed.

Your stable is full of great builds! I don't remember seeing the Kustom III bike before, but I like it. Something about the Commander still draws me in. That's my favorite of them all.

I'm going to put Kansas on my list of stops for the OddJob Tour de Rat in a couple years. Would love to see your stuff in person!

 

[MazdaFlyer]

I couldn't agree more, Ed.

Your stable is full of great builds! I don't remember seeing the Kustom III bike before, but I like it. Something about the Commander still draws me in. That's my favorite of them all.

I'm going to put Kansas on my list of stops for the OddJob Tour de Rat in a couple years. Would love to see your stuff in person!

The Kustom Coaster III didn't get my requested photo posted in voting, it thus didn't show well.

In coming to KS feel free to contact me and we'll meet up. You can get the 50 cent tour and we'll do some test rides. Might even make you a deal on a bike.


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[SILVERKINGPC]

Yes, the Commander is really (edited) nice. I voted for it in the 1st Winter BO. You don't see many of them. Something about the dark paint on the frame/rims, chrome fenders, and stand-out tank & c-guard. Beautiful..

 

[scorpion1]

That Coaster is super!! Heck, they are all very nice!

 

[handyandy1100]

I agree with the others on the Commander, but I also like the Born Again Hawthorne from the last build off. But then again, they're all pretty cool.

 

[GuitarlCarl]

I'm not usually a fan of green,
but I like that 41 Elgin a lot...

Carl.

 

[SILVERKINGPC]

Your recently added BA Hawthorn sums up your talents with bikes Sir Flyer. Cool stable of nice bikes.