VFR 800, my first build

[hooligan]

That looks great!



(I wonder how it feels to fit on a bike and not make it look like a 125)

I don't know either. My vfr fighter is also smaller than my MT09, so it may look like I am riding a kids bike.
Although the benefit, Nudie, is that you can flat foot anything.

[Nudie]

Hehe yep, I've never had to lower a bike to feel safe!

[LKC73]

Bike is looking good. Love the pipe and hope I get to see it in November ;)

[I0seb]

Changed my mind about the electrics layout, fits within the confines of the subframe this way.

https://i.imgur.com/HYDtKnR.png

https://i.imgur.com/P1rN1UZ.png

Also anyone know a local seller of triple clamps with handlebar risers? (ABM, LSL etc.)

Realised that my triple clamp is hilariously bent when I took it off to put on new throttle cables. That was definitely the cause of my stiff steering.

[Gix11]

Could have helped you a year ago, but I'm not importing them any more. You could try your luck yourself with "Top Yokes" in the UK, but don't expect anything to happen quickly.

[I0seb]

Could have helped you a year ago, but I'm not importing them any more. You could try your luck yourself with "Top Yokes" in the UK, but don't expect anything to happen quickly.

https://i.imgur.com/hckYHqc.gif

Damn, will have to make do with my top yoke while I wait on international shipping then.

[wackyrider]

Or speak to Ben at Extreme Creations or Trav at Hammond Engineering to see if they could make up a triple for you

[I0seb]

Or speak to Ben at Extreme Creations or Trav at Hammond Engineering to see if they could make up a triple for you

As much as I'd love a custom machined triple, I suspect it's a little beyond my financial reach at the moment haha

[wackyrider]

What's the front end off? Can just try looking for a stock triple and drilling holes for the risers. That's what I have always done.

[I0seb]

What's the front end off? Can just try looking for a stock triple and drilling holes for the risers. That's what I have always done.

CBR1000rr, yeah that' what I did originally but given how much it warped in the crash I'm thinking that's not such a good idea. I'll probably be running it with clip-ons 90% of the time, would just like the option to stick some high bars on it if I want to do a longer trip.

[GammaBoy]

Just don't crash it again?

[Gix11]

That is a good point actually.

[I0seb]

Just don't crash it again?

No promises lol

Project is going on the backburner for a while as I've had some life stuff come up which takes priority for now at least. I'll still update here, just much more slowly.

[I0seb]

Hey fellas, how have you been?

I've had a busy few months, moved again and bought a new bike

https://i.imgur.com/zzEdcni.jpg

Then took it around Victoria with my Girlfriend and a tent on the back

https://i.imgur.com/4wOjqwR.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/8VI88qG.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/ZusDacD.jpg

And I finally had a little time to work on the VFR. Got her running again, finished grinding up the subframe and fitted new LSL raised clipons which came with the R1.

https://i.imgur.com/TxedRTd.jpg

https://streamable.com/6udec

Still need some welding done on the subframe, need to crimp a new postive battery terminal and get a new top triple clamp.

I'm also putting together a hydraulic clutch conversion for my R1 cause the stock setup is rubbish.

Anyway, thanks for reading and hope you all had a merry Christmas and have a great new year!

[Gix11]

Man that looks good. Thanks for sharing again mate.

That fully loaded R1 set up (tent and missus) must have been hard to keep the front wheel down if you got a but handy with the throttle!

[wackyrider]

What Si said, I had the same model R1 and with a bit of weight on the back the front end came up so easily

[I0seb]

I certainly wore the back tire significantly more than the front haha

Picked up a new exhaust for 100 dollarydoos, even has 2yrs warranty ;)

https://i.imgur.com/j6jdGYO.jpg

Also bought a full VFR400 radiator setup which is otw. Should solve my cooling woes plus I think it looks boss with a set of Samco hoses. Reminds me of the Duc Monster S4R with the Testastretta.

https://i.imgur.com/z1j2idf.png

https://i.imgur.com/1jTggNX.png

[I0seb]

Finally got around to restoring one of the radiators and test fitting them. Looks good, just need to make some brackets as the engine casting are a bit different between the 400 and 800.

https://i.imgur.com/pwIHyAB.jpg

Sadly it looks like I'll lose the oil cooler. Might switch to a water to oil setup like on my R1 if I can find space for it.

[GammaBoy]

Longer hoses and mount the oil cooler under the headlight.

[I0seb]

Longer hoses and mount the oil cooler under the headlight.

Bosozoku style would be sick, not sure I have enough clearance though. I'll definitely be looking into it.

[I0seb]

Set of 8th gen headers arrived, fits perfectly with the VFR400 setup. You can see why they went back to this design with the 8th gen, makes much more sense than the side rad setup.

https://i.imgur.com/0RxkP9E.jpg

Rads went on pretty easy, made up a couple of aluminium brackets and it was all good. I have heaps more space above the front cylinder bank now to fit the wiring in as well which is nice.

I also managed to leave a 120mm X 90mm space between the headers and the sump so I'll probably try to find a small oil cooler to fit in there.

https://i.imgur.com/jP6GkOO.jpg

EDIT: If anyone knows a mob who can would stock an oil cooler that size or could make a custom one, please let me know.

[hooligan]

Nice work. I always wondered if the vfr400 rads would work.

[I0seb]

Engine is finally getting some much needed love.

http://i.imgur.com/vGZRQ78.jpg

Still need to strip and polish the side cases.

[I0seb]

Happy Easter all!

https://i.imgur.com/al7C3Bc.jpg

Starting to come back together, got some more front end bits and pieces arriving after the holidays which should resolve a couple of the issues I was having.

Does anyone have a recommendation for rear shock rebuilds in Melbourne? I'm looking out for a used current gen ZX10 shock but failing that I'll need to get the 929 shock I have resprung and valved as it's way too soft.

[Bob]

Looking good mate. Like the colours

[I0seb]

Thanks, black was nice and easy but the red was a huge pain to get looking good. Took me a few sanded back coats but happy with the result now.

[I0seb]

New forks arrived on Tuesday, yes they are conventional but should suit the VFR much better.

https://i.imgur.com/nI5DrQw.jpg

Added a new bit of kit to the collection today :D

https://i.imgur.com/Aff0XdK.jpg

So the subframe will be going together tomorrow. I also whipped up a rear hugger/chain guard out of a spare for the R1 and part of the original guard.

https://i.imgur.com/7DrJUwL.jpg

https://i.imgur.com/6G8qrDN.jpg

[I0seb]

https://i.postimg.cc/y8F4cWRr/20190426-195223.jpg (https://postimg.cc/hXP5qDp9)


Welded up the subframe mounts, will grab some more pictures when there is a little more light so you can all shit on my first attempt at welding :D

[LKC73]

Looking great. you've totally gone all out this time around. Nice work.

[I0seb]

Looking great. you've totally gone all out this time around. Nice work.

Figured it was about time I treated this project seriously instead of rushing it and half assing things.

Super happy with my progress so far, I'm getting through it quicker and cleaner.

My plan is to get it done before November so I can attend the ride and make space for a mates cafe project which he needs help with.

[Gix11]

Hell yea! Sweet.

[ozzy1100]

Looking awesome

[I0seb]

Thanks guys!

Subframe got some paint today

https://i.postimg.cc/43DH7KLw/20190430-190747.jpg (https://postimg.cc/PLM50qk8)

Also have a new plan for my rear indicators which I'm very excited about, stay tuned :D

[I0seb]

Tail-lights sorted

https://i.postimg.cc/mgTHCQrd/20190507-140525.jpg (https://postimg.cc/D8Y0K4Ls)

Picked up a box of Ducati S2R parts from which I scavenged bar risers and a front cowl.

https://i.postimg.cc/JzKBqGDR/20190507-140546.jpg (https://postimg.cc/FYdRFFV6)

https://i.postimg.cc/5t0QkbLL/20190507-140557.jpg (https://postimg.cc/QF2MFL6d)

Next on my list is extending the front wiring and figuring out where in the tail to mount all the components.

[Bob]

Loving it mate. Nice work

[I0seb]

Cockpit shot ;)

https://i.postimg.cc/zv6CZS4w/20190510-163940.jpg (https://postimg.cc/8fdJLWps)



https://i.postimg.cc/DZCQ5KgM/20190510-164000.jpg (https://postimg.cc/Hcy7sRFw)



https://i.postimg.cc/1XfGjY75/20190510-164029.jpg (https://postimg.cc/dZcZ7nKz)

[Gix11]

Cool. Keep it coming.

[LKC73]

Looking real tidy there mate, nice work!

[I0seb]

Cool. Keep it coming.


Looking real tidy there mate, nice work!

Thanks guys, any thoughts on front indicators? I was going to use bar ends that match the rear ones but I can't find any bar end mirrors that will work with them.

Also picked up some 4 pot Nissins of a ZX9R which fit perfectly and match the master cylinder reservoirs:

https://i.postimg.cc/BQRg0N2Y/20190516-165549.jpg (https://postimg.cc/w7cJ5XfL)

[wackyrider]

If you're chasing any VFR parts let me know as I've just bought the VFR that I had built for the Mrs a few years ago. I will be stripping it down and selling it as parts

[I0seb]

If you're chasing any VFR parts let me know as I've just bought the VFR that I had built for the Mrs a few years ago. I will be stripping it down and selling it as parts

I actually do need one really specific coolant pipe, it's the one that sits above the alternator:

https://i.postimg.cc/mDdXhqPC/20190517-115117.jpg (https://postimg.cc/Q9Tkyfkd)

I think I accidentally threw it out while I was painting the engine.

[I0seb]

One step closer to being rideable

https://i.postimg.cc/FFPRSPZT/20190517-173404.jpg (https://postimg.cc/vDVbFtCn)

Still needs a final sand and polish

[LKC73]

Thanks guys, any thoughts on front indicators? I was going to use bar ends that match the rear ones but I can't find any bar end mirrors that will work with them.

I actually use these same on the wifes bike on the sides of the frame. I used a Rivnut in one of the frame holes and stuck the wire through and retrevied it with a coat hanger then put a plug on the end. Works ok i guess, dont have any problems with not seeing it either.
https://i.imgur.com/yXoRiNW.jpg

[I0seb]

I actually use these same on the wifes bike on the sides of the frame. I used a Rivnut in one of the frame holes and stuck the wire through and retrevied it with a coat hanger then put a plug on the end. Works ok i guess, dont have any problems with not seeing it either.

That's super tidy, love it.

[I0seb]

Shortened the mid pipe and cut a thread into the pillion peg to secure the muffler onto

https://i.postimg.cc/XYG796tK/image.png (https://postimg.cc/rDTkL3Vz)

https://i.postimg.cc/pLwVZ1tw/image.png (https://postimg.cc/9DBjXb0b)

[I0seb]

New radiators on and looking shiny :)

https://i.postimg.cc/CKSp9kr1/20190527-193408.jpg (https://postimg.cc/mPXnHzsf)

[Gix11]

Still on a roll mate. Good stuff.

[I0seb]

Well that's what I get for buying cheap Chinese fittings, they blew off immediately under pressure.

https://i.postimg.cc/pLH1XdJC/image.png (https://postimg.cc/bsmRmpMS)

https://i.postimg.cc/Mpm3c8sS/image.png (https://postimg.cc/jDC49B0g)

Unsurprisingly the genuine Pro Flow was leak free

https://i.postimg.cc/QMN41nPW/image.png (https://postimg.cc/873mVwT1)

Hopefully some genuine fittings will sort it out.

[Gix11]

Age old story mate!

[GammaBoy]

I don't think I'd be using pushlok type fittings on an oil cooler.

[I0seb]

I don't think I'd be using pushlok type fittings on an oil cooler.

I'm not concerned, they're rated up to 300 psi which should be plenty and since I've put genuine fittings and hose on they haven't leaked at all, all the way up to redline.

[I0seb]

Been a bit slack on updates but here comes a biggie, the bike is running, rideable and registered so I dusted off the good camera for some shots :D

https://i.postimg.cc/rsRDSyWC/1.jpg (https://postimg.cc/q60BrT1z)

https://i.postimg.cc/mZPjdQyV/2.jpg (https://postimg.cc/K4ytj3Vg)

https://i.postimg.cc/hjjzt1tY/3.jpg (https://postimg.cc/3ysJLppj)

As with any project it will never be truly finished but for now I'm content to just enjoy riding it until I work up the motivation to tear it down for paint :)

[GammaBoy]

I reckon I'd just strip and clear coat the tank and call it done...

[Bob]

Looks nice mate,

[I0seb]

Had a rare day of nice weather in winter so I actually got to go for a ride :)

https://i.postimg.cc/DyB1h144/20190719-131834.jpg (https://i.postimg.cc/DyB1h144/20190719-131834.jpg)

https://i.postimg.cc/L6HjGx5M/20190719-132238.jpg (https://i.postimg.cc/L6HjGx5M/20190719-132238.jpg)

https://i.postimg.cc/Y24S0gPm/20190719-132250.jpg (https://i.postimg.cc/Y24S0gPm/20190719-132250.jpg)

https://i.postimg.cc/QVLwxvyS/20190719-132302.jpg (https://i.postimg.cc/QVLwxvyS/20190719-132302.jpg)

Bike feels great aside from a vague knocking feeling somewhere in the front end, will have to have a dig around when the XJ900 is out of the workshop.


I reckon I'd just strip and clear coat the tank and call it done...

I did consider that but I want to learn how to do a decent paint job at home with 2k stuff, I recently found the MTN metallic series which I quite like the look of.

[Gix11]

That looks great mate. Well done.

[I0seb]

Found a brand new OEM CBR650 carbon fibre style fender for $40 so I set about finding a way to mount it as the CBR900 forks have no fender mounts (they use a clamp system with the standard fender).


Found a solution with a set of 54mm clamps intended to mount lights on a bull bar. Bolted vertical brackets to it and voila :D


https://i.postimg.cc/TPcY9DYD/20190807-163604.jpg


https://i.postimg.cc/NMJGhvXG/20190807-163618.jpg


I also added some shielding to the radiators


https://i.postimg.cc/k4XMhgBh/20190807-163627.jpg


And made a quick and dirty bracket to mount the overflow flask on the left side of the bike. Also added a spare overflow cap from my R1 for the OEM look :P


https://i.postimg.cc/T13ymcV1/20190807-164011.jpg

[Bob]

Nice one mate.

[latheboy]

Those clamps are a neat idea for the guard. Good job

[I0seb]

Picked up a set of carbon fiber panels off eBay for a steal so I whipped off the subframe to weld on some brackets and make some fitment adjustments.

https://i.postimg.cc/FKrqc1Gv/20190826-121426.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/PxcFByHf/20190826-121432.jpg

While I was in there I cleaned up my wiring layout and welded on some proper brackets so my components are no longer held on with hopes, dreams and zipties.

https://i.postimg.cc/cJFzcZ5n/20190826-153341.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/W3tHWKQf/20190826-153352.jpg

The fairings do a great job of hiding the wiring :)

https://i.postimg.cc/4xbqmp6w/20190826_160759.jpg

[Auser6guy]

Bike looks awesome ! Are they vfr specific fairings for the subframe ?

[I0seb]

Filled in the major dents and laid down the first coat of primer on the tank. More sanding and primer to come tomorrow then with any luck I'll have the materials for the top coat by next week.


It's a pain in the ass to find carbon fiber cloth locally ;)


https://i.postimg.cc/9QkMBgzL/IMG-20190827-172629.jpg


https://i.postimg.cc/d3nQZ4zm/20190827-174142.jpg


Also got sick of my loose af st1300 throttle cables, so I made up a little spacer to take up the slack. Works great :)


https://i.postimg.cc/kG7X5khg/20190827-134230.jpg

[I0seb]

The goods have arrived :D


https://i.postimg.cc/gJm6dHrW/20190829-180406.jpg


Got a couple square metres of twill, uni directional and fiberglass mat, along with UV protected hardener and resin.

[Gix11]

Yea, as Auser6guy says, those infills look spot on! Nice work.

[I0seb]

Bike looks awesome ! Are they vfr specific fairings for the subframe ?

Sorry just saw your question, they are panels for a Ducati S2R. My subframe is from a Ducati M600 so I had to weld on some extra tabs.


I started the carbon laying process today after a lot of research and chatting to a guy who has many years of experience laying carbon for yachts (masts, struts etc). He gave the following advice:

Scuff the base with 240 grit to ensure good adhesion
Mix the resin in around 25 degrees celsius and let it sit for 5 mins before laying to reduce air entrapment
Use a mohair roller to brush the carbon down before finishing with a brush
Let cure for at least 8 hours, then sand with 80 then 120 grit to remove highspots and blemishes
Re coat using a brush to add depth then ideally top with a 2k clearcoat
So I started off by turning the heating up to 25 and scuffed the paint back as it was warming up. I added a few coats of black over the primer I had done previously so that if there is any separation in the twill weave the black would blend in nicely.

https://i.postimg.cc/0NwJnpvw/20190914_092757.jpg

I then cut up a template from an old sheet and transferred it to the carbon fiber.

https://i.postimg.cc/9MPw5CrX/20190914_095118.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/Wz2FsCkG/20190914_095850.jpg

These are the tools I used plus a digital kitchen scale to get the resin mix right. In my case I used the kinetix system with a UV resistant hardener which calls for a 4:1 resin to hardener ratio.

https://i.postimg.cc/tJ21Jk3L/20190914_095857.jpg

I started off with a small test piece on the front mounting bracket. That went well so I moved on to the main piece.

https://i.postimg.cc/sDm8fht7/20190914-102238.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/NjWKK5Xf/20190914_115238.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/pdzpzRQQ/20190914_115244.jpg

I was able to wrap most of the curves without issue but did have to make a small cut on the rear of the tank. It is covered by the seat so wont be visible :)

https://i.postimg.cc/tJCTK6KD/20190914_144339.jpg

After letting it cure for a few hours I trimmed off most of the excess fabric and cut out the fuel filler cap hole. I originally planned to fold the edges around and stick them to the underside of the tank but I found the carbon was to 'springy' so instead I will just cut it down to meet the edge post cure.

https://i.postimg.cc/Y9x0DRsh/20190914_144208.jpg

I'll be leaving it for a full day to cure before moving onto sanding and the next coat of resin. Overall it is a pretty straightforward process and can be pretty cheap. I got my carbon sheet and resin free but had I purchased it the project would have cost ~ $120 AUD.

I would definitely recommend it as a cheap alternative to painting especially if, like me, you don't have a spray booth/gun. Plus I have some leftover material which I plan to use with the fiberglass I have to make a new undertail tray :D

[Gix11]

Nice post Seb!

[I0seb]

Nice post Seb!

Thanks!

I laid down the last of my resin yesterday, super happy with the depth and gloss on the top but the sides could use some more layers. Will have to go restock.

https://i.postimg.cc/6Q0ktL4P/20190918-192140.jpg

[Bob]

Love the look mate

[wackyrider]

That's looking awesome

[Nudie]

That's looking awesome

Yep, I have to agree. Looks fantastic!

[I0seb]

Thanks guys! Sadly I had to put the VFR into storage today (along with another WR450 project I'll share when I've made a bit more progress on it) as we are moving. Hopefully it will only be a couple of months till I can turn spanners again :)

[I0seb]

Update time!


COVID has given me plenty of time to work so I dived back in to the VFR, keen to get it 'finished' asap.


Started by laying down some more resin on the tank then shipping it off to the painter for a coat of clear.


https://i.postimg.cc/63PtpGMp/20200408-230729.jpg


I switched back to a conventional ignition switch as my keyless system started playing up, it was nice while it lasted :P


https://i.postimg.cc/tRf4X8cN/20200422-174557.jpg


Sadly the switch back to a key ignition means my headlight/mounts no longer fit, thinking I might grab a Ducati S2R front assembly and make it fit.


Finally I made up a carbon undertail panel, started with an aluminium template:


https://i.postimg.cc/gJjGpKq7/20200420-145426.jpg


Wrapped it in baking paper then laid some bi weave carbon as the base layer


https://i.postimg.cc/1z99CSgs/20200420-152755.jpg[/url]


https://i.postimg.cc/5tnfDrvv/20200420-154156.jpg


Cleaned up the edges


https://i.postimg.cc/DyXymBkk/20200421-115906.jpg


Then finished off with some tri weave


https://i.postimg.cc/prgWqnj6/20200421-190220.jpg


https://i.postimg.cc/fy3WcvVd/20200422-080709.jpg


Pretty happy with the weight, about 1/4 the weight of the steel panel I used to have in there.


Shitty pictures but it fits well, does a good job of hiding the electronics and ties in with the rest of the carbon nicely. The observant will notice I also painted the subframe aluminium instead of bronze.


https://i.postimg.cc/0QX2K4yx/20200422-174524.jpg


https://i.postimg.cc/vmMmJ9KR/20200422-181431.jpg


Hopefully the tank will be finished in the next couple of days and I'll be able to get her started again :D

[Bob]

Coming along great mate. Love the carbon look

[Gix11]

Yea mate, really nice work. Well done.

[I0seb]

Thanks fellas!

https://i.postimg.cc/TYSJL1Qk/20200430_143132.jpg


https://i.postimg.cc/tJvtz4b4/20200430_143151.jpg


https://i.postimg.cc/T2t9xCbv/20200430_143205.jpg


https://i.postimg.cc/CxqHj0Qw/20200430_143212.jpg


Tank is clear coated and looking pretty sharp, now to find a new headlight...

[Bob]

Very nice. Looking great :D

[I0seb]

While waiting for the tank to be clear coated I decided to extend a couple of parts of the wiring loom so that they were better hidden.


https://i.postimg.cc/bYQ5H5mh/20200425_150355.jpg


While doing so I removed an unused diagnostics connector, I figured there was no harm in cutting it off as it was just a bunch of grounds that didn't connect to anything.


Big. Fucking. Mistake.


After removing the connector the following systems did not have correct grounds:

ECU (in three places)
Headlight
Fuel and ignition relays
Turn signals
So I spent the last couple of days unwrapping the looms, running ground wires, testing and then wrapping back up.


Finally I was rewarded with the joyous sound of four cylinders aligned in a 90 degree V firing.


http://webmshare.com/play/ZxebK


http://webmshare.com/play/DBKPV


So yeah, lesson learned!


Side note I loved the induction sound the bike makes with no airbox lid on, might open up the lid a bit more so it's always like that.

[hooligan]

Looking really fucking good!
keep your airbox lid the way it is for now, so you can use it for the big airbox mod.

I sold my vfr, so i have a pipercross air filter (with an opened up lid) and a selection of short (6th gen oem) and super short (aftermarket aluminium)velocity stacks if you are interested.

[I0seb]

Looking really fucking good!
keep your airbox lid the way it is for now, so you can use it for the big airbox mod.

I sold my vfr, so i have a pipercross air filter (with an opened up lid) and a selection of short (6th gen oem) and super short (aftermarket aluminium)velocity stacks if you are interested.

Sad to hear you sold the VFR mate, defs interested in the bits you have. If you've still got my email shoot me some more details there, otherwise I'll send you a PM.

[I0seb]

Packed the wiring back in neatly and now you can see why I decided to make my life miserable and move everything around.


One of the things that kept annoying me with this build was the wiring floating in the gap between the back of the tank and the frame, so...


Before:


https://i.postimg.cc/pVk6d8SK/1_(1).jpg


After:


https://i.postimg.cc/Xq2HDS5s/20200503_153605.jpg


It's the little things :D

[Bob]

Nice

[Fish]

Looking mint dude!

[Surt]

awesome mate! good to be alive! bahaha!

[I0seb]

New headlight and indicators arrived! I got a headlight and mounting bracket off a Ducati S2R for $100 as I was a bit over fork clamp style mount brackets.


It was relatively painless to fit with the exception of needing to heat up and cave in some of the headlight bucket to fit around the key lock which in turn necessitated getting rid of the plastic H4 connector.


Other than that it was just a couple of brackets and it fits quite neatly. It also has moulded brackets to hold the brake lines which is nice.


https://i.postimg.cc/CK1Gv9BJ/20200518-141525.jpg


https://i.postimg.cc/3x9jF3Rd/20200518-141543.jpg


https://i.postimg.cc/BvVxRN23/20200518-174022.jpg


https://i.postimg.cc/tTnhbPzx/20200518-174037.jpg


I got a set of 'click n ride' indicators which are fantastic, heaps better than the chinese crap I normally use.


Having fit the headlight and indicators, I took the bike for a test ride to the servo to fill the tank and tires.


https://i.postimg.cc/SR0cxsZt/20200519-173816.jpg


Unfortunately when I tried to start it again to ride home the battery was reading 6v :(


I've yet to figure out whether it was the battery or the charging system, at the moment I'm too depressed about a $300 antigravity battery going down the drain.


Ah well you win some you lose some


On a less negative note the bike rode really nicely and sounded great :)

[Gix11]

Man that looks sweet! Really like what you have done with it. Nice work mate.

[Bob]

Looking great mate. A sham about the charging but I'm shore you'll sort it

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[I0seb]

Finally found a carbon seat cowl to match the rest of the bike, All I'm missing now is a carbon front fender :D

https://i.postimg.cc/mrKJpnV1/cover.jpg

[ozzy1100]

I really like that


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[Bob]

Brilliant mate. Looks great

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[Fish]

Mint

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[Nudie]

That looks awesome! Well done.

[ALBI]

Finally found a carbon seat cowl to match the rest of the bike, All I'm missing now is a carbon front fender :D

https://i.postimg.cc/mrKJpnV1/cover.jpg
HAVE YOU THOUGHT ABOUT opps caps lock ,
have you thought about redoing the seat base to extend further forward to enclose the lower section of the fuel tank and frame
to make it look more factory ??

[I0seb]

Thanks for the kind words gents :D


have you thought about redoing the seat base to extend further forward to enclose the lower section of the fuel tank and frame
to make it look more factory ??

Ideally I'd like to cover up the top subframe mounts a bit better, but it's more trouble than it's worth. I actually quite like being able to see all the way through under the tank.

[I0seb]

More pretty pics :)

https://i.postimg.cc/15hhksNR/DSCF0336.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/Y95ZBz0D/DSCF0321.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/Z5JkqHc1/DSCF0324.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/0NHhcsss/DSCF0325.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/VLqQ1pjq/DSCF0328.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/cLhpt3k6/DSCF0318.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/0j73kKJk/DSCF0346.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/KcTCrwp6/DSCF0344.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/tTZwcMqV/DSCF0314.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/bvvKxv4g/DSCF0313.jpg

[ozzy1100]

Some really cool shots there


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[hooligan]

That is looking really good, mate.
Bring it to Cooma.

[ALBI]

How are you finding the acewell ?
Ive got the same one , but und3cided on using it https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200615/1e495a5e01a4c5da090e1d25fa8bfdd5.jpg

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[I0seb]

How are you finding the acewell ?
Ive got the same one , but und3cided on using it
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It's great, easy to wire up, easy to read, looks great and is pretty small for having an analogue tacho.