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Dr.Evil · Jun 25th, 2010, 02:10 PM

At some open shows, my buddies are trying to get me to enter the stock class, if only just to get a parking spot next to them. My question is; at what mod level does a bike become considered custome or modified?

KennedyFXR · Jun 25th, 2010, 04:25 PM

Alot of shows the different between "stock" Custom, and Stock is simply paint. But it really depends on the show.

Jack Klarich · Jun 25th, 2010, 05:34 PM

Bone stock bikes are getting rare they are a class all there own and should be judged as such

nothing wrong or bad about a stock bike, I cant leave well enough alone, but I aint Hobbit either Nothing bad here Hobbit

Jack Klarich · Jun 25th, 2010, 05:41 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Hobbit View Post

Hey Jack nothing bad taken - if i had just a smidge of self control, i might just might SLOW doooowwwwnnnn SpeedUP hahahahahahahaha - not a huge fan of chrome or stock, there all a blank canvas for me and most but i like sleepers Stock or Stg looking but go faster bits galore

but you already knew that

Remind me to never race you ever

Jack Klarich · Jun 25th, 2010, 05:45 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Hobbit View Post

i dont do that never ever never

LOL, I got some reall nice beach front property for you reall cheap LOL, glad you have a great sense of humor if you ever make it to Florida I would like to meet you

EnjoyingTheRyde · Jun 25th, 2010, 05:50 PM

Quote: Originally Posted by Hobbit View Post

with bikes that immaculate and you can see your face in the tire polish.

Hmmmm... that reminds me of someone around here...

NEWHD74FAN · Jun 25th, 2010, 10:20 PM

Stock means "unmolested"...if you removed that sticker, reflector, changed fastenrs, relocated or replaced that license frame or clamps it is no longer "stock" in the strict sense. If you have ever gone to classic car shows, you know what I am talking about.

Look at Antiques Road Show, and there are those who would rather see the vintage piece lose a bit of lustre then be "polished" or "refinished" to make it look "factory fresh" for the sake of "faking it" so passions run high when taking it to purists. I am more middle of the road...if it can be restored to factory new lustre...why not?...like having that silly label on your mattress, "Severe penalty if removed..."

Dr.Evil · Jun 26th, 2010, 01:03 AM

Quote: Originally Posted by NEWHD74FAN View Post

Stock means "unmolested"...if you removed that sticker, reflector, changed fastenrs, relocated or replaced that license frame or clamps it is no longer "stock" in the strict sense. If you have ever gone to classic car shows, you know what I am talking about.

Look at Antiques Road Show, and there are those who would rather see the vintage piece lose a bit of lustre then be "polished" or "refinished" to make it look "factory fresh" for the sake of "faking it" so passions run high when taking it to purists. I am more middle of the road...if it can be restored to factory new lustre...why not?...like having that silly label on your mattress, "Severe penalty if removed..."

All the bantering about aside, I like this answer the best. It is a solid point. My bike will never win this class, but if they let me enter, I will enjoy parking close to the action. You know, the only great stock bikes I have seen lately are IE the '74 honda 500 a couple weeks ago. Who keeps a late model stock any way?

Jun 25th, 2010, 04:25 PM	#2
KennedyFXR Warming The Wheels Ride: FXRS Join Date: Jun 4th, 2010 Location: Oakford, IN Posts: 67 My Mood:	Re: Show Stock Bike Alot of shows the different between "stock" Custom, and Stock is simply paint. But it really depends on the show. __________________ '92 FXR

Jun 25th, 2010, 05:34 PM	#3
Jack Klarich Contributor$ Ride: 2007 Streetbob Join Date: Sep 25th, 2009 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Posts: 13,612 My Mood:	Re: Show Stock Bike Bone stock bikes are getting rare they are a class all there own and should be judged as such nothing wrong or bad about a stock bike, I cant leave well enough alone, but I aint Hobbit either Nothing bad here Hobbit __________________ CAPITAL JACK( Nuff Said, We're Burnin Daylight, Let's Ride)

Jun 25th, 2010, 05:41 PM	#4
Jack Klarich Contributor$ Ride: 2007 Streetbob Join Date: Sep 25th, 2009 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Posts: 13,612 My Mood:	Re: Show Stock Bike Quote: Originally Posted by Hobbit View Post Hey Jack nothing bad taken - if i had just a smidge of self control, i might just might SLOW doooowwwwnnnn SpeedUP hahahahahahahaha - not a huge fan of chrome or stock, there all a blank canvas for me and most but i like sleepers Stock or Stg looking but go faster bits galore but you already knew that Remind me to never race you ever __________________ CAPITAL JACK( Nuff Said, We're Burnin Daylight, Let's Ride)

Jun 25th, 2010, 05:45 PM	#5
Jack Klarich Contributor$ Ride: 2007 Streetbob Join Date: Sep 25th, 2009 Location: Jacksonville, Florida Posts: 13,612 My Mood:	Re: Show Stock Bike Quote: Originally Posted by Hobbit View Post i dont do that never ever never LOL, I got some reall nice beach front property for you reall cheap LOL, glad you have a great sense of humor if you ever make it to Florida I would like to meet you __________________ CAPITAL JACK( Nuff Said, We're Burnin Daylight, Let's Ride)

Jun 25th, 2010, 05:50 PM	#6
EnjoyingTheRyde Contributor$ Ride: 2013 Spyder ST Limited Join Date: Aug 1st, 2009 Location: Central Maine Posts: 396	Re: Show Stock Bike Quote: Originally Posted by Hobbit View Post with bikes that immaculate and you can see your face in the tire polish. Hmmmm... that reminds me of someone around here... __________________ If you get confused listen to the music play

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Jun 25th, 2010, 10:20 PM	#7
NEWHD74FAN Retired Moderators Ride: 2004 Sportster XL1200R Join Date: Aug 24th, 2008 Location: Camarillo, CA Posts: 8,270 My Mood:	Re: Show Stock Bike Stock means "unmolested"...if you removed that sticker, reflector, changed fastenrs, relocated or replaced that license frame or clamps it is no longer "stock" in the strict sense. If you have ever gone to classic car shows, you know what I am talking about. Look at Antiques Road Show, and there are those who would rather see the vintage piece lose a bit of lustre then be "polished" or "refinished" to make it look "factory fresh" for the sake of "faking it" so passions run high when taking it to purists. I am more middle of the road...if it can be restored to factory new lustre...why not?...like having that silly label on your mattress, "Severe penalty if removed..." __________________ * Please click "Self Help Tips" tab for service tips, diagnostic codes & such * ;o) * Please click "Search" tab and keywords to find related threads *

Jun 26th, 2010, 01:03 AM	#8
Dr.Evil Community Star Ride: '05 FLSTC Join Date: Mar 11th, 2010 Location: S.W. Michigan Posts: 699 My Mood:	Re: Show Stock Bike Quote: Originally Posted by NEWHD74FAN View Post Stock means "unmolested"...if you removed that sticker, reflector, changed fastenrs, relocated or replaced that license frame or clamps it is no longer "stock" in the strict sense. If you have ever gone to classic car shows, you know what I am talking about. Look at Antiques Road Show, and there are those who would rather see the vintage piece lose a bit of lustre then be "polished" or "refinished" to make it look "factory fresh" for the sake of "faking it" so passions run high when taking it to purists. I am more middle of the road...if it can be restored to factory new lustre...why not?...like having that silly label on your mattress, "Severe penalty if removed..." All the bantering about aside, I like this answer the best. It is a solid point. My bike will never win this class, but if they let me enter, I will enjoy parking close to the action. You know, the only great stock bikes I have seen lately are IE the '74 honda 500 a couple weeks ago. Who keeps a late model stock any way?

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