Friends of Nowaskey: Built by Forever Two Wheels Motorsports
Friends of Nowaskey: Built by Forever Two Wheels Motorsports
Friends of Nowaskey is a blog series that will highlight Nowaskey Suspension install shops, Bike builders we look up to and much more. Today we are looking at what some would call a million dollar sportster built by our good friend Tony over at Forever Two Wheels motorsports in Glenwood Minnesota.
Every Harley Davidson Sportsters owner Dream:
When looking at this amazing performance Sportster, it's easy to see that Tony spared no expense when building this bike. Every detail, from the S&S Hooligan 1250cc engine to the Nowaskey Extreme Performance suspension, was meticulously selected to enhance both performance and aesthetics. This custom build doesn’t just turn heads; it delivers a ride that’s fine-tuned for power, precision, and style. Whether it's the high-performance Brembo brakes or the hand-ported heads, Tony made sure that every component was optimized to create a one-of-a-kind machine for James Walker, blending classic Harley Davidson character with modern performance upgrades.
Engine
- S&S Hooligan 1250cc
- Andrew’s N4 Cams
- S&S Lifters
- S&S Adjustable Push Rods
- Hand-Ported and Matched Heads
- Mikuni HSR 42 Carburetor
- Dyno Tuned
- Shaved and Smoothed Cam Cover
- Fast Eddy Float Bowl Drain
- Roland Sands Covers
Exhaust
- Bassani RR3
Intake
- S&S Stealth Intake with Rain Cover
Drivetrain
- 530 Chain Conversion
- 23/54 Superlite Steel Sprockets
- Gold EK X-Ring Chain
Suspension
- Rear - Nowaskey Extreme Performance 14” Remote Reservoir Shocks with 130lb Springs
- Front - Legend Drop-In Cartridges Tuned for Fat and Aggressive Riding
- Pro One Gold DLC Fork Tubes
- Fork Brace (brand unknown)
Brakes
- Dual Disk Conversion
- Bagger Brembo Front Calipers
- Brembo 19RSC Front Master Cylinder
- 40mm Reservoir
- Galfer Solid Mount Wave Rear Rotor
- Galfer Cubiq 11.5” Front Rotors
- EBC HH Pads
- Stainless Braided Brake Lines
Controls
- Deleted Hand Controls
- Pro One Gold Pegs
- Pro One Gold Shift Peg
- Shaved and Drilled Factory Rear Brake Pedal
- Performance Machine Clutch Lever
- Saddleman Step-Up Seat
- Boosted Brad/DMR Risers and Gauge Relocation
- Biltwell Mid Bend Bars Custom Welded to Plug Holes
Electrical
- Custom Harness Routed Through Frame
- Relocated Ignition and Coil
- Tons White 8mm Plug Wires
- Custom Hidden Mini Momentary Push Button Starter
- Fly Eye LED Headlight
- LED Taillight
- Hand Signal Conversion
Wheels and Tires
- Harley 13-Spoke Mags
- Dunlop D401 Wide White-Wall Tires
- Metzeler 888 Tires (coming soon)
Miscellaneous
- Hand Polished Stainless ARP Hardware
- Undercoated Fenders
- Joker Machine Headlight Mount
- Biltwell Alumicore Grips
- Radiused License Plate Frame
- Boosted Brad/DMR Gas Cap
- 1.375” Tank Lift
- Custom Paint, Gold and Silver Leaf, and Powder Coating by Kurt Peterson
Photo of Tony, Owner of Forever Two Wheels working with the Nowaskey team in Sturgis South Dakota.
Engine
The heart of this build is a powerful S&S Hooligan 1250cc engine upgrade, paired with Andrew’s N4 Cams, S&S lifters, and adjustable push rods. To maximize performance, the heads were hand-ported and matched, and the engine breathes through a Mikuni HSR 42 carburetor, finely tuned on the dyno. Roland Sands covers and a Fast Eddy float bowl drain provide functional upgrades and custom flair. This combination results in a truly powerful and responsive machine, perfectly suited for both cruising and aggressive riding.
Exhaust and Intake
A Bassani RR3 exhaust system was selected to deliver that throaty rumble while optimizing exhaust flow, helping the engine breathe better. Coupled with an S&S Stealth intake with a rain cover, the system not only boosts performance but also provides the Harley Sportster with a clean, aggressive look.
Drivetrain
To handle the added power, the bike features a 530 chain conversion with Superlite steel sprockets in a 23/54 setup, ensuring durability and better power transfer. The drivetrain is topped off with a gold EK X-ring chain, combining strength and style.
Suspension
One of the most notable upgrades on this build is the Nowaskey Extreme Performance 14” remote reservoir shockswith 130lb springs, making this Sportster’s suspension stand out among other Harley Davidson Sportster parts. Paired with Legend drop-in cartridges in the front forks, which are tuned for both fat and aggressive riding styles, this setup ensures optimal handling on the road.
The front suspension also features Pro One gold DLC fork tubes and a fork brace, adding strength and stability during high-performance riding. Tony’s expertise as a Nowaskey Suspension installer shines through with these choices, providing James Walker with superior ride quality and adjustability.
Brakes
The braking system was fully upgraded, with a dual disk conversion featuring Brembo Bagger front calipers and a Brembo 19RSC front master cylinder for precise braking control. The system is completed with Galfer solid mount wave rear rotors, Galfer Cubiq 11.5” front rotors, EBC HH pads, and stainless braided brake lines for improved performance and stopping power. This braking setup delivers the confidence required for aggressive riding while maintaining excellent control.
Controls and Customization
To complement the suspension and braking upgrades, the controls on this Harley Sportster were heavily customized. Tony deleted the hand controls, opting for a minimalist setup with Pro One gold pegs, a Pro One gold shift peg, and a Performance Machine clutch lever. The rider interface is enhanced with Biltwell mid-bend bars custom-welded to cover the plug holes, mounted on Boosted Brad/DMR risers and a gauge relocation for a clean, streamlined look.
A Saddleman Stepup seat ensures rider comfort, while custom shaved and drilled factory rear brake pedals add a unique touch to the bike's aesthetic. Every detail was meticulously planned to give James Walker a bike that is both functional and visually stunning.
Electrical and Lighting
The electrical system on this build was completely overhauled with a custom wiring harness routed through the frame, along with a relocated ignition and coil. The bike features Tons white 8mm plug wires, a custom hidden mini momentary push-button starter, and a Fly Eye LED headlight for modern, bright visibility. LED taillights and a hand signal conversion complete the electrical upgrades, offering a cleaner look and improved safety.
Wheels and Tires
The bike rolls on Harley 13-spoke mags wrapped in Dunlop D401 wide white-wall tires, with Metzeler 888 tires coming soon to further enhance handling and performance. These classic wheels, paired with modern rubber, give the bike a balanced mix of old-school style and contemporary performance.
Miscellaneous Custom Details
This build showcases hand-polished stainless ARP hardware, undercoated fenders, and a Joker Machine headlight mount. Biltwell Alumicore grips, a radiused license plate frame, and a Boosted Brad/DMR gas cap add additional custom touches that reflect Tony’s attention to detail.
The bike also features a 1.375” tank lift, giving it a more aggressive stance, while the custom paint, gold and silver leaf detailing, and powder coating by Kurt Peterson of Glenwood, MN, complete the bike’s unique look.
Built for Performance and Style
This 2005 Harley Davidson XL1200C build, with its combination of performance upgrades and custom Harley Davidson Sportster parts, is a testament to Tony’s skill at Forever Two Wheels. The use of Nowaskey suspensioncomponents, combined with the best Harley Sportster shocks and braking systems, ensures that this bike doesn’t just look great – it performs at the highest level.
With future upgrades planned, including an aluminum swing arm, a radial rear caliper, and a custom seat skin, this Harley Davidson Sportster is a build that will continue to evolve, pushing the limits of both performance and style.
We want to give a special thanks to Tony for all he does for the Nowaskey Team. He is a stand out mechanic at all the rallies that Nowaskey attends. Not only is he always on time and ready to work but he's also putting detailed work into each bike he works on. As if it was a build he was doing out of his own shop. Integrity like this is why Forever Two wheels motorsports is a Nowaskey Suspension install shop. If you are looking for any suspension upgrades in the area make sure you reach out to Tony.