Beat The Clock
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Re: 360 dragger/bobber brat what ever
Haha, I thought you were giving me an idea to dress up the big coils that I just mounted under the tank. The side car looks like it has an exoskeleton. Would be cool to do over the coils. None the less that side car is sweet!
Haha, I thought you were giving me an idea to dress up the big coils that I just mounted under the tank. The side car looks like it has an exoskeleton. Would be cool to do over the coils. None the less that side car is sweet!
boomshakalaka
Over 1,000 Posts
Re: 360 dragger/bobber brat what ever
wow, you pulled the thong off quite well! Howd you come up with such a cool idea? ;D
wow, you pulled the thong off quite well! Howd you come up with such a cool idea? ;D
boomshakalaka
Over 1,000 Posts
Re: 360 dragger/bobber brat what ever
and btw, that clear is fucking amazing. Im definitely ordering some of that when the time comes for paint..
and btw, that clear is fucking amazing. Im definitely ordering some of that when the time comes for paint..
Re: 360 dragger/bobber brat what ever
Thanks fellas. Hey hotfunk and Boom that fender deal may be my favorite part. Thanks a bunch for the idea boom.
Hotfunk thanks again for the lead on the condenser. didn't see what shipper they use but I've got my fingers crossed that it gets here quick. Would suck to be this close and not get to ride.
Boom, if you use this clear you won't go wrong. It's the real deal. Stuff is amazing.
One of the last mods for this fall will be the new headlight bucket that Kanticoy is sending me. I may also do something comestic with the new coils. Other than that...It will be ride time.
Allright guys. so much help on this project that I can't make you wait any longer. I've got guys waiting on me in the hay field but I've got to let you all see. Once its running I plan a real photo shoot so there will be a bunch more photos.
Anyhow, I'm in the process of an upload. Give me a few then check shown shine
Thanks again for all the help myfriends DTT family.
Thanks fellas. Hey hotfunk and Boom that fender deal may be my favorite part. Thanks a bunch for the idea boom.
Hotfunk thanks again for the lead on the condenser. didn't see what shipper they use but I've got my fingers crossed that it gets here quick. Would suck to be this close and not get to ride.
Boom, if you use this clear you won't go wrong. It's the real deal. Stuff is amazing.
One of the last mods for this fall will be the new headlight bucket that Kanticoy is sending me. I may also do something comestic with the new coils. Other than that...It will be ride time.
Allright guys. so much help on this project that I can't make you wait any longer. I've got guys waiting on me in the hay field but I've got to let you all see. Once its running I plan a real photo shoot so there will be a bunch more photos.
Anyhow, I'm in the process of an upload. Give me a few then check shown shine
Thanks again for all the help my
Re: 360 dragger/bobber brat what ever
As many of you know, I've been riding the bike. You probably also know that I'm in need of some new tires. Ok..., I'll admit, I'm long over due. The 34 year old factory tires needed to go. My new tires came in today.
With some coaxing from a good friend I decided to change them my self. How hard could it be right? Afterall, I've been riding mountain bikes since 1989 and have change millions of tubes/tires. I've also changed millions of road bike tires as well. Well it turns out that this is a little different. After pinching a tube on my first attempt, I decided it takes some skill and wondered if I had it in me to pull it off. I patched the brand new tube and gave it another try. After a few choice words my wife felt sorry for me and decided to give me a hand. Well between the two of us we got it done. However, I wouldn't be surprised if by morning the damn thing is flat. I found it very hard not to pinch the tube. Time will tell
Anyhow, I went from a 3.0 in the front to a 4.0. I see little difference in width but the new tire is way taller. That surprised me. I'm pretty stoked to get to run new tires.
Well I failed to order a new tube for the rear so I'll need to wait till Monday to pick a new one up. My wife made the comment that it might be worth the $25 to have a pro do it. That comment just made me more determined ;D.
Well here is a little comparison for ya. This is the front all mounted. Check out how much taller that thing is. My speedo is going to be off now, LOL.
As many of you know, I've been riding the bike. You probably also know that I'm in need of some new tires. Ok..., I'll admit, I'm long over due. The 34 year old factory tires needed to go. My new tires came in today.
With some coaxing from a good friend I decided to change them my self. How hard could it be right? Afterall, I've been riding mountain bikes since 1989 and have change millions of tubes/tires. I've also changed millions of road bike tires as well. Well it turns out that this is a little different. After pinching a tube on my first attempt, I decided it takes some skill and wondered if I had it in me to pull it off. I patched the brand new tube and gave it another try. After a few choice words my wife felt sorry for me and decided to give me a hand. Well between the two of us we got it done. However, I wouldn't be surprised if by morning the damn thing is flat. I found it very hard not to pinch the tube. Time will tell
Anyhow, I went from a 3.0 in the front to a 4.0. I see little difference in width but the new tire is way taller. That surprised me. I'm pretty stoked to get to run new tires.
Well I failed to order a new tube for the rear so I'll need to wait till Monday to pick a new one up. My wife made the comment that it might be worth the $25 to have a pro do it. That comment just made me more determined ;D.
Well here is a little comparison for ya. This is the front all mounted. Check out how much taller that thing is. My speedo is going to be off now, LOL.
Docta Jones
Ryan
Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
Yeah, changing the tires is a bitch, and sorry to say that the rear is the worse. I'm going to pay someone next time.
Good luck with the back! Oh yeah, my bike looks like it's on stilts with the new tires on. Bound to happen after taking the old stockers off.
Ryan
Yeah, changing the tires is a bitch, and sorry to say that the rear is the worse. I'm going to pay someone next time.
Good luck with the back! Oh yeah, my bike looks like it's on stilts with the new tires on. Bound to happen after taking the old stockers off.Ryan
whiteflagwar
Active Member
Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
I'm changing tires myself from now on. After they charged me $47 to change one tire, and they had even told me it would only be $14. Plus, it's good to know how to swap out your own rubber
I'm changing tires myself from now on. After they charged me $47 to change one tire, and they had even told me it would only be $14. Plus, it's good to know how to swap out your own rubber
whiteflagwar
Active Member
Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
and those new tires look great! can't wait to see them on the bike!
and those new tires look great! can't wait to see them on the bike!
biker_reject
Over 1,000 Posts
Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
Man, I think tube tires are cake compared to sportbike tires! Thanks to youtube, which totally rocks for DIY, I learned how to do both types. All it cost me were three tire irons from Pit Posse, a piece of threaded rod and some nuts and bolts (Home Despot). I will however, purchase a bead breaker and wheel balancer from Harbor Freight (19.99, 59.99 respectively) as my versions were rather ghetto.
Man, I think tube tires are cake compared to sportbike tires! Thanks to youtube, which totally rocks for DIY, I learned how to do both types. All it cost me were three tire irons from Pit Posse, a piece of threaded rod and some nuts and bolts (Home Despot). I will however, purchase a bead breaker and wheel balancer from Harbor Freight (19.99, 59.99 respectively) as my versions were rather ghetto.
biker_reject
Over 1,000 Posts
Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
Oh yeah, stealerships will ream you if you don't buy your tires from them. On a positive note, they might price match, or get pretty close to internet prices. The worst they can say is "no".
Oh yeah, stealerships will ream you if you don't buy your tires from them. On a positive note, they might price match, or get pretty close to internet prices. The worst they can say is "no".
Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
What made the tire pinch so bad Troy? I am sure you aired it up before you tried to mount it...it had to be fully inflated, but not too hard. And the more lubricant the better for that. It isn't that bad once you get the hang of it....and I have the same setup that I see in the background of your pics. If you can figure out a way to weld a shaft to a base plate on a work bench to just rotate the wheel on (like an upright axle) then just rotate it around while you press with the breaker...it will pop. I wish I was there o give you a hand. I have a hard time explaining it by hand.
Oh and BTW, got your PM, I've been crazy busy with the Barber's festival this weekend, and I caught a chest cold to boot, so no progress as of yet to show. I'm hoping to feel better by Tuesday ???
What made the tire pinch so bad Troy? I am sure you aired it up before you tried to mount it...it had to be fully inflated, but not too hard. And the more lubricant the better for that. It isn't that bad once you get the hang of it....and I have the same setup that I see in the background of your pics. If you can figure out a way to weld a shaft to a base plate on a work bench to just rotate the wheel on (like an upright axle) then just rotate it around while you press with the breaker...it will pop. I wish I was there o give you a hand. I have a hard time explaining it by hand.
Oh and BTW, got your PM, I've been crazy busy with the Barber's festival this weekend, and I caught a chest cold to boot, so no progress as of yet to show. I'm hoping to feel better by Tuesday ???
Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
Hey guys, I guess i made it seem worse than it really was. It is a bit harder than changing bicycle tires but I'll admit for my first time it really was not all that bad. I guess I had higher expectations for myself and I'm sure I was making it harder than it really is. The first time i may not have had enough air in the tube. I had one place where the tube went between the rim and tire and got pinched. I didn't notice until it was too late. So, after patching, the second run I used more air in the tube and more lub and I found it a little more forgiving. Now, I'm really glad I did it myself and now I know what to expect. Hopefully when I do the back tire It'll go a little better.
As far as getting into a pissing match over what is proper rim size I really don't want to get into that. I'm sure no one else wants that ether. I appreciate advice and take all I can get. I think it is a smart way to do things. I try to make informed decisions but in the end I do what I want. After all, it is my bike and my ass ;D
One thing I didn't show in the photos was a profile shot. I'm saving that for when I get the back mounted and can do proper photos. I inflated to 32 psi and mounted her back on. I really think you guys will like it. Right now I'm heading out for some riding. I'll report later.
Troy
Hey guys, I guess i made it seem worse than it really was. It is a bit harder than changing bicycle tires but I'll admit for my first time it really was not all that bad. I guess I had higher expectations for myself and I'm sure I was making it harder than it really is. The first time i may not have had enough air in the tube. I had one place where the tube went between the rim and tire and got pinched. I didn't notice until it was too late. So, after patching, the second run I used more air in the tube and more lub and I found it a little more forgiving. Now, I'm really glad I did it myself and now I know what to expect. Hopefully when I do the back tire It'll go a little better.
As far as getting into a pissing match over what is proper rim size I really don't want to get into that. I'm sure no one else wants that ether. I appreciate advice and take all I can get. I think it is a smart way to do things. I try to make informed decisions but in the end I do what I want. After all, it is my bike and my ass ;D
One thing I didn't show in the photos was a profile shot. I'm saving that for when I get the back mounted and can do proper photos. I inflated to 32 psi and mounted her back on. I really think you guys will like it. Right now I'm heading out for some riding. I'll report later.
Troy
Re: 360 bobber/Brat new tires update
Troy get some dyna beads to balance them... they will make up for alot, cause i would be willing to bet you have not trued your spokes in a while right?! the dyna beads will act as wheel weights and work awesome! i have them in every bike i own
Troy get some dyna beads to balance them... they will make up for alot, cause i would be willing to bet you have not trued your spokes in a while right?! the dyna beads will act as wheel weights and work awesome! i have them in every bike i own