2004 Big Dog Ridgeback Custom Chopper - S&S 107 - Baker 6-Speed

This bike was owned by the Grant's Pass (Oregon) Museum of Art. It was part of "Bearfest 2010" in Grant's Pass. Dubbed the Wild Bunch "Bears on Harleys" . There were 17 motorcycles all done in different styles by local artists. This bike was called the "Bearinator" done by local artist Janet Higgins. This bear is based on the "No Pity . No Pain" character made famous by the governor of California. If you Google "Bearinator" you will find a video showcasing this bear. very well done. Here is a note I found on-line that gives a little more info on Bearfest. "The Bearinator was created for the City of Grants Pass' BearFest 2010 by sculptor Janet Higgins. BearFest is sponsored each year by Evergreen Federal Bank. The sculpture was one of 17 bears created in 2010 as a public art program and was featured in the Boatnik Parade in Grants Pass. Oregon. "This bike is a hard tail chopper with an S&S 107 motor + Baker 6 speed transmission and a Kerker Exhaust. It was serviced @ D&S Harley Davidson in Medford. Oregon 09/18/2014 - Oil / Filter / Plugs / New battery. The bike runs extremely well and has that unmistakeable HD sound. It currently has both the Bear and the rolling display stand removed but they are available. Please ask any questions prior to bidding. Viewing available by appointment. We are minutes away from "ONT". This bike has a clear Oregon Title and is not currently registered. The actual sale will be done by a licensed CA Dealer and sales tax and transfer will be completed for a buyer. Wholesale sale to a dealer is available.  

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