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Ryan Stecken said:
Thanks Ryan!
Lot's more to come very soon - I've got a biiiig shopping list for the next round of parts for the build that should be ordered and coming in the next week if all goes to plan!
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Thanks Ryan!
Lot's more to come very soon - I've got a biiiig shopping list for the next round of parts for the build that should be ordered and coming in the next week if all goes to plan!
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Hell yeah, the front-end is now back in place! Quite pleased with how things are shaping up and it sure is nice to have her sitting on both wheels again (not jacked up like a stooge). Anyway, a heap more pictures and further info on the post I just made on my blog:
http://findyourexit.com/no-more-jack/
http://findyourexit.com/no-more-jack/
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Hell yeah! New tyres fitted!
For those of you following this build and interested about the tyre choice - I opted with Heidenau K60 tyres as they gave the perfect balance of performance and "toughness".
The sizes I've fitted are as follows:
Front: 120/90-18 (rear tyre)
Back: 130/80-18 (rear tyre)
Yep - two rear tyres fitted. More info and a heap more pics in my related post on my blog:
http://findyourexit.com/fresh-rubber/
For those of you following this build and interested about the tyre choice - I opted with Heidenau K60 tyres as they gave the perfect balance of performance and "toughness".
The sizes I've fitted are as follows:
Front: 120/90-18 (rear tyre)
Back: 130/80-18 (rear tyre)
Yep - two rear tyres fitted. More info and a heap more pics in my related post on my blog:
http://findyourexit.com/fresh-rubber/
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john83 said:
Cheers john83! As a cheeky "thank you", here is another test fire from earlier in the week
8)https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cIlAZi7_VdU
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Big weekend of fabrication!
The rear sub-frame and seat pan for my build is now all but sorted. More pics and more info in my latest blog post:
http://findyourexit.com/seat-subframe/
The rear sub-frame and seat pan for my build is now all but sorted. More pics and more info in my latest blog post:
http://findyourexit.com/seat-subframe/
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Received another package from MotorWorks in the UK. Contained a bunch of stuff for getting closer to completion. I've whipped up a little post with further information on my blog:
http://findyourexit.com/another-care-package/
It's not urgent, but if anyone has some recommendations for tank paint/design, I'd love to hear what you have to say!
http://findyourexit.com/another-care-package/
It's not urgent, but if anyone has some recommendations for tank paint/design, I'd love to hear what you have to say!
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Got some more work on the seat done and have posted some pics and further details on my blog:
http://findyourexit.com/seat-construction/
The last picture below is a just a bit of my toying around with ideas for the tank.
http://findyourexit.com/seat-construction/
The last picture below is a just a bit of my toying around with ideas for the tank.
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Maritime said:
Thanks Maritime! I'm glad you like it thus far
A load of work will have been completed by this time next week - I'm aiming to have this build ready for "shakedown" within the fortnight 8)
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Dude, the bike sounds great, you're doing an excellent job. I dig how you supported the seat pan. Keep it up!
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JohnGoFast said:
Thanks a million JohnGoFast! Really appreciate the positive feedback
I'll post another video of the bike running when I've picked up the mufflers I'm going to be fitting. My idea is to fit side-mouth "turn out" mufflers (one on each side)
I'm truly stoked with how strong the seat pan is and how comfortable the padded seat is (even without the final soft layers added!)
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Cursh said:
Hahaa! Hell yeah Cursh, I love the Bundesadler too
I've currently got the decal under construction, but it should be ready any day now! Then it is time to paint my tank (can't wait!)
findyourexit said:Hahaa! Hell yeah Cursh, I love the Bundesadler too
I've currently got the decal under construction, but it should be ready any day now! Then it is time to paint my tank (can't wait!)
as long its not the reichs-adler
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Ryan Stecken said:as long its not the reichs-adler
Exactly right Ryan!
8)
we have a shitload of bmw vintage collectors in austria.
if youre looking for a special part i can search for you on austrian ebay....already helped one member out with his fairing!!!great build man!!
if youre looking for a special part i can search for you on austrian ebay....already helped one member out with his fairing!!!great build man!!
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Ryan Stecken said:
Oh man! I truly appreciate the offer of assistance Ryan!
Fortunately (for the time being) I've seemingly got everything I need to bring this one to completion, but I'll keep that in mind! Down here in Australia, the beloved airheads are in high demand and are a lot more scarce than in Europe!
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Youre welcome!!
