When it comes to what a bike looks like depends on what type of person you are.Most times the bike will match the owners characteristics,it becomes part of you.You just keep adding stuff to it til it suits your taste,the only thing is it really never ends.You always want just a little more.Putting all those parts on and painting it just "makes It Yours"one of a kind,thats the whole point in doing what we do to OUR bikes.And when you step back proudly and see what you created,IT MAKES IT  ALL WORTH IT,ride safe and take care all.                   OLD GUYS RULE....................

I bought my current ride because it was everything I 'thought' I wanted in a bike at a price I could afford.  I had done research into a number of bikes I was interested in(especially Harley, just that price would dictate more than wants) and ended up very happy with my Vulcan purchase.  Just added the few things from the show room that I thought were required parts: w/s, bags, backrest and rack for two up riding.  I had intended to add a few things as I deemed neccessary to dress her up, but only as finances would allow.  Then the wife expressed interest in having and riding her own bike.  Once that was achieved, all the wheels fell off the applecart, so to speak.  Finances be damned, she had her own ride and wanted it her way!  She's kind of a visionary that way(I say just stubborn).  But, everyone has their own tastes and as long as she likes it, that's fine.  Problem being, I have had to put most of my accessory wants on hold.  Where am I going with this, oh ya, I didn't have strong intentions of changing my bike too much.  But the more I ride it, the more things I would really like to do as far as radical appearance.  But, again, finances will only allow so much at a time. Everyone, ride safe and often and enjoy the ride.

First, find the bike you like. Second, try to find the bike you like + all accessories included in the price. Third, customize the minimum while doing it yourself. Enjoy the ride.