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with their Stretched Tank Shrouds and added their Low Profile Dash. The stretched tank was elongated back to the bike’s side covers which Bad Dad also stretched. The tank and dash combo was then finished off with a custom seat that was wrapped in stingray skin by Ride-N-Leather of Indianapolis, Ind. Since Brad wanted to keep the bike black and subtle looking, Bad Dad chose to primarily use black and contrast cut accessories throughout the bike while only adding in touches of chrome to highlight key areas. The bike’s mix of 14” ape hangers and hand controls finished in black along with the contrast floorboards provided the black look Brad was seeking while still giving the bike some character. Bad Dad finished the rear end of the bike with their offering of trademarked parts. Brad’s bike features Bad Dad’s custom rear fender and a set of their Shaved Saddlebags with custom lids and internal latches. Once the parts were installed, Bad Dad flush mounted