I'm going to catch this thread up. A lot of parts came in at once, and I've got the pods installed, new brake pads, handlebars, grips (not sure I like them), fork boots, brake lever, clutch cable, blinkers, tail light assembly, and tank emblems. I also did a quick paint job with some tractor paint through my sprayer in Almond color. I also got my new antique tagged license plate. My first antique plated motorcycle btw. Exciting in and of itself!! I'm waiting on my new brown seat coming from East Asia. It has been about 13 days, and still shows to be in Hangzhou. Haha. Its probably on a boat somewhere, who knows. Could be another couple weeks on that.
A few things to note on the build:
I kind of dig the chrome fenders. I've seen a lot of builds with this model, and that's the first to get cut down and painted. I may want to keep these, maybe raise the front fender up an inch or two after installing some dual sport tires, I don't know. Need ideas.
I also like the stock odometer. I just don't see the point at the moment in upgrading to a new smaller one when the stocker really doesn't have any issues. Most of these original Yamaha parts are superior to the aftermarket in terms of quality you think?
Here's how she sits