About half of the base will be cut to make it fit the frame shape (the still rusty parts). The foam will be cut down and the base sent to the saddler.
Decided on getting short racing fork handlebars. Comfort 0%, style 100%.
Updates soon.
Sunday, August 28, 2011
Seat Restoration.
Bought a rusty old seat at a local BMW dealership's junkyard for a couple of bugs. Took a steel brush with a power drill adapter and sanded it down to blank metal.
About half of the base will be cut to make it fit the frame shape (the still rusty parts). The foam will be cut down and the base sent to the saddler.
Decided on getting short racing fork handlebars. Comfort 0%, style 100%.
Updates soon.
About half of the base will be cut to make it fit the frame shape (the still rusty parts). The foam will be cut down and the base sent to the saddler.
Decided on getting short racing fork handlebars. Comfort 0%, style 100%.
Updates soon.
Sunday, August 21, 2011
Naked.
Took off the fairing of the bike, together with the seat and other stuff.
The rear frame will be shortened by 3" and welded back to place, the new seat should be on its way soon. Indicators, handle bar, mirrors, etc. are in the mail.
Next update soon.
The rear frame will be shortened by 3" and welded back to place, the new seat should be on its way soon. Indicators, handle bar, mirrors, etc. are in the mail.
Next update soon.
Friday, July 29, 2011
The Tires.
Bridgestone Battlax BT45R.
Front: 90/90-18 51H
Rear: 120/90-18 65V
Will have the wheels powdercoated and tires put on within the next two weeks hopefully.
Keep checking for updates.
Thursday, July 28, 2011
The Base.
1992 BMW R80 RT 247.
Goal is to strip it down as much as possible, leaving only necessities.
Due date is spring 2012.
Budged - 2500€.
Updates coming.
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