{"id":9431,"date":"2008-01-01T00:00:23","date_gmt":"2008-01-01T05:00:23","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/motorcyclemojo.com\/?p=9431"},"modified":"2020-04-06T10:24:15","modified_gmt":"2020-04-06T14:24:15","slug":"fred-hale-motors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/motorcyclemojo.com\/2008\/01\/fred-hale-motors\/","title":{"rendered":"Fred Hale Motors"},"content":{"rendered":"

ONTARIO, CANADA<\/em><\/p>\n

\"custom<\/a>The 17th century writer Jonathan Swift stated, \u201cVision is the art of seeing what is invisible to others.\u201d The \u201cKFM\u201d (aka War Pig) pro street Softail is a combination of owner Ken Mabee\u2019s vision, and the skills of the builders at Fred Hale Motors (FHM). Even before the build started, Kenny researched the subject thoroughly; he had a vision of how a motorcycle should look and he knew exactly how he wanted his bike to look. FHM took his vision and rode with it, figuring out the geometry needed to deliver Ken`s desired look and ride.<\/p>\n

Once the build crew mocked-up the complete bike and mounted the tank and rear fender exactly where it had to be, the bike went to Ernie Ellis for the custom bodywork. \u201cErnie is a sheet metal artist.\u201d Ted Hale says, \u201cThe body is all steel and perfectly symmetrical. He knows exactly how to manipulate the tin and he was able to make the body removable but have it look as if it\u2019s one piece.\u201d<\/p>\n

Beyond achieving the desired look, the bike had to be not only rideable, but easily serviceable. The scratch built wiring harness features Deutsch connectors throughout. During service or even complete disassembly, no wire will ever need to be snipped, just unplugged. The handlebar switches use relays to reduce excessive current from being directed through the switch preventing premature wear or failure. It also allowed for the use of a smaller gauge wire that fit better inside the frame tubing. All lines and wires run inside handlebars and the frame wherever possible, including an internal throttle cable custom fit into a set of PM hand controls.<\/p>\n

Serviceability goes further than just the wiring. The rear brake line runs from the master cylinder through the frame rail, but doesn\u2019t run inside the swing arm. To make servicing the rear wheel easier, the rear brake line has a little extra length at the back and is held to the inside of the swing arm with a g-clamp, allowing the caliper to slide back about 6\u201d when the rear wheel is removed. \u201cThis prevents the need to disconnect and re-bleed the brake line just to service the wheel.\u201d Ted chuckles, \u201cKnowing the owners habits, we figured that we\u2019d be changing that back tire a lot\u201d.<\/p>\n

When the bike left the shop, it went with a computer generated custom wiring diagram and a collection of all the instruction sheets that came with every part, providing a good service manual. Should Ken see a change he wants to make or some accessories he wants to add, any information he may need will be right at his fingertips.<\/p>\n

\"Custom<\/a>Established in 1992, Fred Hale Motors is a 100% family owned and operated American V\u2011twin motorcycle store located in Pefferlaw, Ontario. FHM has an in\u2011stock selection of parts and accessories rivaling any shop in the country. \u201cYou usually don\u2019t have to order out of a catalogue or hear about what we have access to,\u201d Ted says. \u201cOur products are on the walls, in stock and ready for installation.\u201d<\/p>\n

In addition to their well-stocked store, Fred Hale Motors has a large presence at all the major Toronto motorcycle shows. \u201cSo many people are impressed with the selection in our booth at the bike shows, when they come to the store they\u2019re blown away,\u201d said Fred Hale.<\/p>\n

Fred Hale Motors also boasts a website (www.fredhalemotors.com) that features the country\u2019s largest online selection of parts and accessories for American V-Twin motorcycles. Navigating the website is easy and the inventory is constantly changing, including blowout specials. When you\u2019ve found what you like, you can purchase parts with confidence through an SSL certified secure server.<\/p>\n

Their service depart-ment is staffed by trained technicians proud of their reputation of satisfying customers and competitive rates, whether they are performing oil changes or customizing and accessorizing a dream bike. FHM was definitely up to the task of building Ken\u2019s vision, and they can take your own personal two-wheeled vision and turn it into a reality too.<\/p>\n

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Fred Hale Motors
\n29945 Highway 48
\nPefferlaw, ON L0E 1N0
\n705-437-2291
\nOWNER:<\/strong> Ken Mabee
\nBUILDER: Fred Hale Motors:
\nNAME OF BIKE: War Pig
\nYEAR\/MAKE\/MODEL: \u0007\u201908\/Special Construction
\nBODYWORK: Ernie Ellis
\nBUILD TIME: 2 years<\/p>\n

ENGINE<\/strong>
\nYEAR\/TYPE\/SIZE: \u0007\u201906\/Revtech 110\u201d Polished
\nCARBURETOR: Mikuni 48mm
\nAIR CLEANER: D&M Custom Cycles
\nIGNITION: Revtech \/ Dynatech
\nEXHAUST: \u0007Vance & Hines Big Radius (Bracket by FHM)<\/p>\n

TRANSMISSION<\/strong>
\nYEAR\/TYPE: \u0007\u201906\/Revtech 6 speed polished
\nPRIMARY DRIVE: \u0007Barnett Scorpion 3\u201d w\/ Outboard Bearing Support & lock up clutch<\/p>\n

FRAME<\/strong>
\nYEAR\/TYPE: \u0007\u201906\/Maximum Metalworks Softail
\nRAKE: 42\u00ba
\nSTRETCH: 4\u201d Forward<\/p>\n

SUSPENSION<\/strong>
\nFRONT: \u0007American Suspension Black Internal Brake Line
\nLENGTH: -2\u201d
\nREAR SHOCKS: \u0007Progressive Suspension Chrome<\/p>\n

FRONT WHEELS, TIRES, AND BRAKES<\/strong>
\nBUILDER\/SIZE: \u0007RC Components Royale 21×2.25\u201d
\nTIRE\/SIZE: \u0007Avon Venom 90\/90-21
\nCALIPER: \u0007American Suspension Padlock
\nROTOR: \u0007RC Components Royale<\/p>\n

REAR WHEELS, TIRES, AND BRAKES<\/strong>
\nBUILDER\/SIZE\u0007R: RC Components Royale 18×8.5\u201d
\nTIRE\/SIZE: Avon Venom\/250\/40-18
\nCALIPER: Performance Machine
\nROTOR: RC Components Royale<\/p>\n

ACCESSORIES<\/strong>
\nTWEEK BAR: Martin Bros.
\nREAR FENDER: Be Cool (highly modified)
\nFENDER STRUTS: One off machined & hidden
\nGAS TANK & CAP: Daytec
\nOIL TANK: Maximum Metalworks
\nGAUGES: Dakota Digital
\nHANDLEBARS: \u0007Rolling Thunder \/ Advanced Automotive & Machine
\nMIRRORS: \u0007Performance Machine Contour Black Ano
\nHAND CONTROLS: \u0007Performance Machine Contour Black Ano (modified for internal throttle)
\nFOOT CONTROLS: \u0007Performance Machine Contour Black Ano
\nFOOTPEGS: \u0007Performance Machine Contour Black Ano
\nHEADLIGHT: Mid-USA
\nTAILLIGHT: HiTech LED \/ Ernie Ellis
\nTURN SIGNALS: None
\nLICENSE MOUNT: Hi-Tech (modified)
\nSEAT: \u0007Brian Locke Complete Upholstery (pictured), Curtwood Custom (not pictured)
\nMACHINE WORK: Baumeister Machine<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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