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Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
Yeah I agree on the soreness of the battery. This monster is a temp because it was a quick fix. I had accidentally let the little battery drain but I don't have a charger/mender. So I bought this one to get me quickly on the road. I plan to go back the little battery once I get it charged. I think the little one looks much better. It comes just to the top of the battery box.
Anyhow, thanks for the props on the bike. I'm so blown away on how many people are drawn to it. You know, in all honesty I was pushed to a higher level of craftsmanship by posting the progress here. There are so many things I probably would have been satisfied with but instead I ended up redoing some things many times over because I didn't want to let anyone down. I really look up to many of you guys here. I really owe much of the bike's success to my DTT family. Not only was I forced to be a better craftsman but many here shared ideas and views that were critical during the build. I also received "gifts" in the mail from my brethren here that helped me complete the build. So props go out to all of you guys. Thank you!
Yeah I agree on the soreness of the battery. This monster is a temp because it was a quick fix. I had accidentally let the little battery drain but I don't have a charger/mender. So I bought this one to get me quickly on the road. I plan to go back the little battery once I get it charged. I think the little one looks much better. It comes just to the top of the battery box.
Anyhow, thanks for the props on the bike. I'm so blown away on how many people are drawn to it. You know, in all honesty I was pushed to a higher level of craftsmanship by posting the progress here. There are so many things I probably would have been satisfied with but instead I ended up redoing some things many times over because I didn't want to let anyone down. I really look up to many of you guys here. I really owe much of the bike's success to my DTT family. Not only was I forced to be a better craftsman but many here shared ideas and views that were critical during the build. I also received "gifts" in the mail from my brethren here that helped me complete the build. So props go out to all of you guys. Thank you!
Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
Troy i love the new lamp, get an aircraft landing light for that sucker will blow your mind how bright it is... helmet is sick... have to say though, HATE the bars. have you thought about a set of flat tracker style bars, check out the ones i have on my bobber, those are stock royal enfield bars, you could find them anywhere on ebay stupic cheap, would be a much better riding possition and not put all the weight on your hands. i think they would also look awesome. I would say to do your toggles alot like i did mine. i used a piece of alum, then riveted some sheet brass to it, then added the toggle into that, put 2 on there (that is what i did) one is the on off, and one is the "hidden on" that i know where it is so we are good to go and a buddy does not fire it up and try and hide it on me.
man that helmet is awesome! great deal on that sucker... hell if you keep the clubmans send them my way for some powder or paint them to match the frame even. if you get new ones and go flat tracker style ill buy the clubmans for my wifes cafe, so you do not loose the $
(*also go the xmas card, thanks bud, wife was like "who else do you know wiht lama's... she had them on her moms farm when she was younger)
here is the swich pannels i made, if you like them let me know i am sure i can wip up some more
it is brass shim sheet rivited to alum and then polished
Troy i love the new lamp, get an aircraft landing light for that sucker will blow your mind how bright it is... helmet is sick... have to say though, HATE the bars. have you thought about a set of flat tracker style bars, check out the ones i have on my bobber, those are stock royal enfield bars, you could find them anywhere on ebay stupic cheap, would be a much better riding possition and not put all the weight on your hands. i think they would also look awesome. I would say to do your toggles alot like i did mine. i used a piece of alum, then riveted some sheet brass to it, then added the toggle into that, put 2 on there (that is what i did) one is the on off, and one is the "hidden on" that i know where it is so we are good to go and a buddy does not fire it up and try and hide it on me.
man that helmet is awesome! great deal on that sucker... hell if you keep the clubmans send them my way for some powder or paint them to match the frame even. if you get new ones and go flat tracker style ill buy the clubmans for my wifes cafe, so you do not loose the $
(*also go the xmas card, thanks bud, wife was like "who else do you know wiht lama's... she had them on her moms farm when she was younger)
here is the swich pannels i made, if you like them let me know i am sure i can wip up some more
it is brass shim sheet rivited to alum and then polished
Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
Thanks bro. I've been watching ebay and craig's for a long long time. It was a lone deal for the seller and he doesn't have anything else. My jaw hit the floor when I got it for that price. And it hit the floor again when it arrived. It is in really good shape, almost like it has been sitting on the shelf for 30 years ;Dsxecafe said:
Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
I really like the switches Joe. the momentary is the starter? I wouldn't need that but just an on-off. And all else I would need is a toggle in the bucket for the headlamp. I may take you up on the fab. It looks really good. I'll let you know.
I'll have to take a longer look at the clubmans. I was really liking them. I know a lot of guys frown on clubmans on chops. I thought they kind of resemble boardtrack bars (might be a stretch). Most of all I really like how they feel. Really takes the weight off of my hands. Anyhow, I'll take a longer look this week and make a decision. I may end up sending them to you. Hell why not have a set of bars that were on three other DTT member's bikes ;D i do need to look back at your bike to get a better idea of what's out there.
I really like the switches Joe. the momentary is the starter? I wouldn't need that but just an on-off. And all else I would need is a toggle in the bucket for the headlamp. I may take you up on the fab. It looks really good. I'll let you know.
I'll have to take a longer look at the clubmans. I was really liking them. I know a lot of guys frown on clubmans on chops. I thought they kind of resemble boardtrack bars (might be a stretch). Most of all I really like how they feel. Really takes the weight off of my hands. Anyhow, I'll take a longer look this week and make a decision. I may end up sending them to you. Hell why not have a set of bars that were on three other DTT member's bikes ;D i do need to look back at your bike to get a better idea of what's out there.
Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
The shocks I got said they use them on CB750's to lower them, so I assume they are stiffer and they do feel that way too. With them on and on the stiffest setting they don't move much at all with me bouncing on it to try to compress them. Thanks for the measurements for me also. I still need to figure out what I'm going to use for a seat so I can make sure the clearance there is ok. I hope I can keep the shocks and mounts like they are now. It lets me mount the seat a little further back since I have more of the stock seat rails left. That feels a little more comfortable to me too. A little more leg room.
troybilt said:
The shocks I got said they use them on CB750's to lower them, so I assume they are stiffer and they do feel that way too. With them on and on the stiffest setting they don't move much at all with me bouncing on it to try to compress them. Thanks for the measurements for me also. I still need to figure out what I'm going to use for a seat so I can make sure the clearance there is ok. I hope I can keep the shocks and mounts like they are now. It lets me mount the seat a little further back since I have more of the stock seat rails left. That feels a little more comfortable to me too. A little more leg room.
Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
Thanks Joe. I like those a bunch too. I'll try and flip mine and see what they look like. If I keep them I may end up sending them to you for powder.
That's some good info Corey. If you don't mind me asking what do you weigh? I'd be willing to cut my straight bar and replace it with the n shaped one. I'd have to move my seat forward a little too but might be worth it to have a couple of inches of suspension. Maybe I could limit their travel just to be safe? How about photos Corey? Did you get any yet?
Thanks Joe. I like those a bunch too. I'll try and flip mine and see what they look like. If I keep them I may end up sending them to you for powder.
That's some good info Corey. If you don't mind me asking what do you weigh? I'd be willing to cut my straight bar and replace it with the n shaped one. I'd have to move my seat forward a little too but might be worth it to have a couple of inches of suspension. Maybe I could limit their travel just to be safe? How about photos Corey? Did you get any yet?
Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
I have to agree man. Brother those things to my eyes look great! The vintage grips set it off. And I'm glad you got the bucket. One hint. Tractor supply sells bulbs (for a tractor) that fit them perfectly. I bought a couple to attempt my HID conversion.
Bike and helmet are sick dude. Just sick!!!
VonYinzer said:
I have to agree man. Brother those things to my eyes look great! The vintage grips set it off. And I'm glad you got the bucket. One hint. Tractor supply sells bulbs (for a tractor) that fit them perfectly. I bought a couple to attempt my HID conversion.
Bike and helmet are sick dude. Just sick!!!
Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
-Thank you guys very much. I value everyone's opinions. One of the main reasons I post. This wouldn't be the first time I've changed directions because i got a little help ;D. I'll sit and look at it for a little while before I make a final decision. So please keep speaking your minds. Diversity adds color to the world!
-Although I have to say I'd prefer the set of Ds...
(hard to come by once you get my age ;D)
-Kiley thanks for the tip on the replacement bulbs. I'll have to see how bright this thing is first. I may eventually be changing it out. Do you happen to know if its a double filament (hi/low beam)? I'm just curious. Its out in the cold garage and I'm too lazy to check :
-Thank you guys very much. I value everyone's opinions. One of the main reasons I post. This wouldn't be the first time I've changed directions because i got a little help ;D. I'll sit and look at it for a little while before I make a final decision. So please keep speaking your minds. Diversity adds color to the world!
-Although I have to say I'd prefer the set of Ds...
(hard to come by once you get my age ;D)-Kiley thanks for the tip on the replacement bulbs. I'll have to see how bright this thing is first. I may eventually be changing it out. Do you happen to know if its a double filament (hi/low beam)? I'm just curious. Its out in the cold garage and I'm too lazy to check :
Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
Tractor supply sells single and double filament bulbs. I can get you a part number on them if you want. I got the single filament because I am just going to gut them. They are the same size and even have the correct mounting "notch" on the back of them (you'll see what I mean when you crack it open). The ones at tractor supply are 35w low beam, 65w high beam. The single is sold as a running light, and the dual is marked as a headlight. I think they're $7 each.
troybilt said:-Kiley thanks for the tip on the replacement bulbs. I'll have to see how bright this thing is first. I may eventually be changing it out. Do you happen to know if its a double filament (hi/low beam)? I'm just curious. Its out in the cold garage and I'm too lazy to check :
Tractor supply sells single and double filament bulbs. I can get you a part number on them if you want. I got the single filament because I am just going to gut them. They are the same size and even have the correct mounting "notch" on the back of them (you'll see what I mean when you crack it open). The ones at tractor supply are 35w low beam, 65w high beam. The single is sold as a running light, and the dual is marked as a headlight. I think they're $7 each.
crazypj
Split personality, I fake being smart
Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
You should see F's on a small girl in a tee shirt ;D (cost a fortune in custom made bra's though)
You have a lot of stretch in swing arm, why dont you mount battery under swing arm behind motor?
I was hoping for some opinions on my XS 800 as I've never built a bobber/brat/lowrider before, part of the reason its taking so long, build keeps changing direction (it's been on/off for at least 2 yrs)
PJ
troybilt said:-Thank you guys very much. I value everyone's opinions. One of the main reasons I post. This wouldn't be the first time I've changed directions because i got a little help ;D. I'll sit and look at it for a little while before I make a final decision. So please keep speaking your minds. Diversity adds color to the world!
-Although I have to say I'd prefer the set of Ds...
You should see F's on a small girl in a tee shirt ;D (cost a fortune in custom made bra's though)
You have a lot of stretch in swing arm, why dont you mount battery under swing arm behind motor?
I was hoping for some opinions on my XS 800 as I've never built a bobber/brat/lowrider before, part of the reason its taking so long, build keeps changing direction (it's been on/off for at least 2 yrs)
PJ
Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
Hey PJ I'm having trouble with that visual. Photos would help ;D
I considered mounting the battery on the swingarm but i wasn't sure how tough my little battery would be. So I thought if I kept if off the SA it might give it more of a chance at a longer life. The box I made for it is not bad looking at all. I think it's the big honkin battery that is throwing it off. Once I swap back to the little battery I think it will look alot better. I do need to glue some screens in behind the spades of the battery box. I think that will help out too.
Anyhoo, I really like the direction your are heading with the xs800. That fender is cool as shit and the new tiny headlight looks so much better. I have to admit that I had to look up Steampunk. Very sweet indeed. I like it. As you can tell I've been following along in the shadows watching it evolve.
I think there are two ways to build. Number one being having a plan/vision and not stray too far from it start to finish or number two (the path you seem to be on with the xs800) would be to have a plan/vision but let the bike speak to you as the build evolves. I think most of my favorite builds are the ones that the builder allowed creativity to take over and the bike evolved into something special.
Hey PJ I'm having trouble with that visual. Photos would help ;D
I considered mounting the battery on the swingarm but i wasn't sure how tough my little battery would be. So I thought if I kept if off the SA it might give it more of a chance at a longer life. The box I made for it is not bad looking at all. I think it's the big honkin battery that is throwing it off. Once I swap back to the little battery I think it will look alot better. I do need to glue some screens in behind the spades of the battery box. I think that will help out too.
Anyhoo, I really like the direction your are heading with the xs800. That fender is cool as shit and the new tiny headlight looks so much better. I have to admit that I had to look up Steampunk. Very sweet indeed. I like it. As you can tell I've been following along in the shadows watching it evolve.
I think there are two ways to build. Number one being having a plan/vision and not stray too far from it start to finish or number two (the path you seem to be on with the xs800) would be to have a plan/vision but let the bike speak to you as the build evolves. I think most of my favorite builds are the ones that the builder allowed creativity to take over and the bike evolved into something special.
Curbcast
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Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
clubmans & that bucket? I thought it was too cool before. Im doubting this, but youve proved me wrong before. Your original headlight bucket is too sexy. I like the bigger look.
Im sure itll be cool though Troy. The blue cafe version you did with this bike impressed me. The 2nd version impressed me. So Ill wait patiently till I see the outcome.
clubmans & that bucket? I thought it was too cool before. Im doubting this, but youve proved me wrong before. Your original headlight bucket is too sexy. I like the bigger look.
Im sure itll be cool though Troy. The blue cafe version you did with this bike impressed me. The 2nd version impressed me. So Ill wait patiently till I see the outcome.