1979 Harley Davidson Sportster XLS 1000 RVZ Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute

1979 Harley-Davidson Sportster

Price: US $1,075.00
Item location: Candler, North Carolina, United States
Make: Harley-Davidson
Model: Sportster
Year: 1979
VIN: 4e36447h9
Engine size: 1,000
Vehicle Title: Clear
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Description

1979 Harley Davidson Sportster XLS 1000

Ronnie Van Zant Tribute Bike

You are looking at a 1979 Harley Davidson Sportster XLS 1000.   This bike was built for Thomas Delmer "Artimus" Pyle as a tribute for the late great Ronnie Van Zant.   Both of these men were members of the famous Southern Rock band Lynyrd Skynyrd.  

Lynyrd Skynyrd is a world famous rock band.   They became extremely popular in the 1970's.   They are know for several popular and loved songs such as. Simple Man. Sweet Home Alabama. and Free Bird. just to name a few.   Ronnie Van Zant was the original singer for the band until his untimely death in a plane crash in 1977.   Artimus Pyle was the drummer for the band during this time.   Artimus. along with Ronnie Van Zant was inducted into The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in 2006.   Artimus still plays music and has his own band. The Artimus Pyle Band.

This Harley was built by Daryl Dean at Gowanda Harley Davidson as a Ronnie Van Zant tribute bike for Artimus Pyle.   The tins feature House of Kolor Paint done by First Place Finishes.   The tank features a portrait of RVZ airbrushed by Cody Hughes.   The rear fender also has The Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame logo with the band members names airbrushed.   The bike is powered by a 1000 cc Iron Head engine and 4 speed transmission.   The carb is an S&S Super E and has a set of Paughco Fishtail pipes.   The bike has a fully chromed springer front end with a Paughco chromed headlight.   Paughco also made the gas tank. rear fender. and taillight.   The bike also has a Performance Machine front brake. Progressive rear shocks. and a custom LaRosa solo seat.   This bike was built without a speedometer so the mileage is unknown.   The bike has been ridden practically none and has been shown and displayed mostly since it was built.  

The bike is in excellent condition.   It starts. runs. idles. and rides smooth.   There is a small amount of chrome flaking on the license plate bracket.   The gas tank has two smaller paint chips.   See pics.   Those chips are really the only flaw in the bike.   In my opinion an experienced painter or air brush artist could easily repair them.   The RVZ Harley has been in three magazines.   The Carolina's Full Throttle. January 2012. Hardtails Fall 2011. and Full Throttle New York/ New England September 2011.   Please see the link to several pictures of the bike.

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This amazing Harley Davidson is a unique tribute to rock legend Ronnie Van Zant.   Lynyrd Skynyrd is a true iconic and timeless band known the world over.   This RVZ bike would be a perfect addition to any Lynyrd Skynyrd fans memorabilia collection.   It would also make a great piece for any Harley Davidson collector as well.   The bike was built to be viewed and admired and would look great on display in a Hard Rock Caf?© or even a man cave.   The bike is documented and authentic.   This is the Sportster built as the RVZ tribute bike built for Artimus Pyle.   Three magazines as well as photos of Artimus Pyle signing the bike and posing with it.

I am listing this bike for a friend.   I have over 100 detailed photos of the bike and a video of the bike at idle.   The owner has a valid title of ownership in hand.   The bike is located in Western North Carolina and can be viewed by anyone who is a serious potential buyer.   I can be reached via Ebay private messaging.   I will be happy to give my cell number to any serious buyer so that I can answer any additional questions.   I can add any pictures desired that are not displayed in the ad.   I will not disclose the reserve so please do not ask.   I may at any point add a Buy It Now price.  

This awesome Ronnie Van Zant tribute bike owned by the one and only Artimus Pyle is a great work of art and tribute to RVZ.   They were founding members of one the greatest bands of all time.   Lynyrd Skynyrd.

Terms of Auction.   A non-refundable deposit of $1000. 00 is due 24 hours of auction ending.   Deposit can be paid with certified funds or wire transfer.   Remaining balance due 7 days after auction ending.   Balance can be paid with cash or wire transfer.   Winning bidder is responsible for picking bike up.   Sold as is. no warranty.   Thanks for looking at my auction and good luck bidding.

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