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Harley-Davidson's Fatboy became a national icon when "Ah-nold" borrowed one from an unfriendly biker in Terminator 2. Fatboys are big like the road bikes but without most of the accessories. They're the epitome of "lean and mean," definitely at the business end of the "don't mess with me" crowd. The 1990 "Blues Missile" Fatboy (a.k.a. "Biker Blues" or "Denim Blues") was a show bike with a denim blue color scheme replete with double-stitched seam accents.
FM's tribute to this bike has the same denim blue paint job, along with the "seams." There's even a partly open "zipper fly" between the tanks! Moveable parts include the shift pedals and front and rear suspensions. Cables and hoses are also present. Though not as chrome rich (by design) as other bikes, what chrome there is looks sharp. The wheels don't have spokes but are solid chrome with multiple slit cutouts around the circumference. The seat is done in soft, black plastic and authentic tire treads are clearly visible. The drive belt moves as the rear wheel is rotated. As usual, the 1:10 scale detail is superb on all counts.
The "Blues Missile" Fatboy was one man's take on what constitutes a personalized bike. If a full-dress road bike is the equivalent of formal wear, then the "Blues Missile" Fatboy would be considered blue jeans casual. The issue price is $135. (11/23/2000)
(11/26/2000)
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