Building A Motorcycle "In The Dark"

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Paul Miller (right) talks about the motorcycle that he has nearly completed. Miller kept working on the bike even though he began going blind just six months in to the project.

By Kent Erdahl

Story Created: Jul 13, 2008 at 10:31 PM CST

Story Updated: Jul 13, 2008 at 10:45 PM CST

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There were all kinds of motorcycles to behold at the 13th annual Hot Harley nights during the weekend, but one bike stood out for it's small size and amazing builder.

Paul Miller of Sioux Falls came up with the idea to build a mini-chopper three years, but just six months into the process he began going blind as a complication from his diabetes.

Miller is now legally blind but has nearly finished the bike with some help from his dad. Though he lost his sight, paul says there are several reasons why he never lost his focus.

"You know you've just got to have that attitude and get through your stuff and have faith and hope," Miller says. "That and being board a lot, so I had to get out and do something."

Miller says he plans to continue showing off the bike while he completes the finishing touches. He's already picked out a name for it, he calls the bike "In The Dark."

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Monday, Jul 14 at 10:08 AM Sherry Kuth wrote ...

Great job you guys It's about time we saw something with a possitive touch to it. This just is so great and awsome that he could do something like that. Good job Paul. Must come from good stock, your Mom and Dad I bet are really proud of you. Keep up the good work.

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