So I got the bike. The 78 in Scarborough was too messed up to be worth it (but would be good for parts if anyone needs them I'll point you to the guy) so I passed on it but I got a '79 that's in smooth running order. Someone's cut up the front fairing and there's a nice chrome headlight & casing in there. The tank rules, could totally put knee pads on it when it's worked over. Has the original tool kit in the "trunk" too. It rides so smooth compared to the CB (chain snobs - fight me). Only issue I can see is that some coolant leaks and smokes when it hits the head, can't be too compicated. I was stoked to see that the whole back end comes off lights & all in one piece. Only thing I've changed is the bars and I have the signals I'm gonna use.
So I'm wondering if anyone can help me out with sagely advice, stuff for sale, or good resources for:
1. a seat - looking for a flat low, ribbed one, either a whole seat with pan that fits the frame or just a cover made for the pan and I can cut the foam down.
Anyone know where to go or anywhere that I can see what covers are compatible with what pans?
2. Gauge(s) - Because of that headlight being sweet, I'm gonna keep it and try to McGuyver something to hide all the wires, possibly using a small black plastic oil bottle. Anyone done anything like this?
But I do want to get that cut-up gauge housing out of there and find some good chrome gauges. I don't need a tach if I can find a speedo with a heat gauge and the indicator lights.
Any of you CXers have one, or any compatible gauges for sale? Or care to steer me to where you go for them? I gotta do something about this:
3. The Back end:
...I need a back end connection. I took this apart and the CB rear fender I have, aside from being full of drill-holes, is too narrow. In theory I could use the black plastic one underneath in some way. I just want a flat ribbed/stitched seat with a back that hugs the fender. Somewhere between
and
...your thoughts?
