Dutch Master: Pancake's simple, sublime Sportster XLS

Harley-Davidson's new Softail range has set the interwebs alight, which has us thinking: isn't it about time the Sportster got refreshed too? Our ideal Sporty has a sixth gear, a monoshock rear and a much lower curb weight. But then we spot a delightful little four-speed Ironhead like this 1981 XLS Roadster, and don't feel so bad. Sure, modern bikes are great and all—but until we have the cash to drop on a shiny new machine, a classic bob-chop like this will do very nicely, thank you. This Sportster belongs to former BMXer Boy Janssen of Pancake Customs of Rheden...