Dell Battle Wins the Modified Harley Class of the J&P Competition in Dallas, Texas

Dell Battle took home the Mod Harley class at the Dallas, Texas IMS

Battle’s ultra-low custom took home the Modified Harley Class at the Dallas, Texas, J&P Cycles Ultimate Builder Custom Bike Show. K&N is a sponsor of the Mod Harley Class at each stop of the Progressive International Motorcycle Show.

One look at the resting stance of the Dangerous Dezigns custom sparks questions on how exactly that thing makes it over the smallest of obstacles. Is the dangerous part of the “dezign” what will happen to the exhaust and engine pan when a pebble is encountered? Well no – that’s where the custom suspension wizardly comes in.

A custom air suspension gives Battle's Harley the low resting posture

Out back, Battle worked out an ingenious system for keeping that abnormally long chain final drive taut in both the raised and lowered positions. It’s a kind of roller sprocket design that is a play on the tensioners used on long-travel dirt bikes.

The Sportster rolls on billet rims that are high on style and craftsmanship. The fenderless front wheel is tall and exposed, and the rear is a refreshing departure from the trend toward outrageously fat rear rubber. The look is thoroughly retro.

A unified intake and exhaust theme highlight the build

Finally, there is that blinged-out paintjob. The maroon, black, and white motif is carried into every aspect of the build from the tank and fenders to the billet wheels. The classic hand-tooled solo saddle and the 72 on the tank speak to the era that was the inspiration for Battle’s design.

Clearly, for Battle, it’s good to have ‘friends in low places.’ K&N congratulates Dell Battle on his unique and beautiful build.