Holy CRAP!
Apologies for the late reply on this. Work's been insane and traveling a lot.
I don't know how my ugly little turd got to be BOTM, but I guess it's got some character compensating for its flaws. I've been close to kicking it over and setting it on fire at times, honestly, but there's just something about it I can't quit, Brokeback-style.
Honored to have been chosen; appreciate the nomination and the votes. And also appreciate the craftsmanship and attention to detail in this month's other bikes. I won't ever match that for sure.
The build thread will live on. It's got more changes underway; stainless exhaust to be complete soon, and I may go for clip-ons a second time. We'll see. It'll never stop changing. It's like the Ship [Enfield] of Theseus. (wiki that...)
Thanks, guys.
-Mike