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Message started by cFLOW on 10/04/07 at 06:26:06

Title: Built a set of bars
Post by cFLOW on 10/04/07 at 06:26:06

I built a set of custom bars that are pretty basic but I like them. I took some old Z bars I had narrowed and chopped about 4" off the top and added a piece of tubing to the top. it basically a square to give a rough idea of how they look. I will post some pic later to day when I have time.

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by FreeSpirit on 10/05/07 at 17:44:20

Where's the picture ;)

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by rigidchop on 10/07/07 at 17:44:16

he's probably out ridin that sweet machine and has no more time for us.

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by cFLOW on 10/07/07 at 17:50:11

No actually i was out of town for the weekend and never got a chance to post the pic. I ended up cutting the bars up b/c they werent good enough to be on my bike. so no full pics but I have a little pic of the welds . Sorry I didnt take any full pics before i cut them but I have some more fab work to show ever one. http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s53/Cabber_photos/Picture918811.jpg

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by cFLOW on 10/07/07 at 17:53:07

And some swingarm/fender stuff. http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s53/Cabber_photos/Picture918815.jpg

And the fender
http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s53/Cabber_photos/Picture918813.jpg

I know I said i would not show anything but its just to hard not to show off my new welding skills

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by rigidchop on 10/08/07 at 04:17:33

have you never welded before? if you havent, those welds look great, if you have those welds still look pretty good.can't wait to see what you come up with next.

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by cFLOW on 10/08/07 at 06:36:15

Iv never tig welded before, I've only had my tig for a week now. I have stick welded for about 2 months now at school

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by NW-SAV on 10/08/07 at 11:39:12

where did that fender come from, it looks really good on there

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by rigidchop on 10/08/07 at 12:52:26

cb 750 front fender

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by demin on 10/08/07 at 13:37:41

Are you going to use a sportster tank?How I did mine, went to the hardware store got a 3/8" connecter nut welded it on the back bone.Cut the stock rear mount from the original tank(mine was junk)welded it to the rear of sporty tank.So easy to r&r tank. ;)
L 8) 8)KS COOL.

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by cFLOW on 10/08/07 at 18:44:35

The fender is one I got from a friend, Its a 6" flat fender for 16" wheel. I plan on using the stock tank. I finished the fender tonight. All Tig filler rod and grinding. To be honest i dont really like the finished product but ill have to see it on the bike before I do anything. http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s53/Cabber_photos/Picture918822.jpg

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by rigidchop on 10/09/07 at 15:53:43

been meanig to ask you, how fast can you tear your bike down? it seems like it's so bare, it would be easy.

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by cFLOW on 10/09/07 at 17:40:41

I did it over a two day period but adding up the actual time: About 2 Hours. I know it seem unrealistic but i know the bike inside out so it was easy. first timers will take longer. That includes boxing and labeling everything Too.

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by rigidchop on 10/09/07 at 17:51:32

i think it took me 4 hours to take the motor outta mine and about 8 to get it back in.

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by jkhulon73 on 10/09/07 at 18:17:08

I had mine stripped down to the bare frame in about 3 hours 45 minutes... (noob+slightly intoxicated at the time) It only took me... three weeks to put it back together (I am the King of Procrastination)

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by cFLOW on 10/11/07 at 20:00:14

If you have read previously in the thread you know I was not really happy with the first set of struts. I have been working on some for the past 3 days. I have them completed. They even support my 220lbs self. so they will carry any girly that will want to ride. Well heres a couple pics http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s53/Cabber_photos/Picture918829.jpg

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by cFLOW on 10/11/07 at 20:00:50

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s53/Cabber_photos/Picture918826.jpg

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by klx650sm2002 on 10/12/07 at 01:27:03

I Like that back end.
Clive W :D

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by NW-SAV on 10/12/07 at 09:04:01

the fender look great

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by Rogue_Cheddar on 10/12/07 at 18:24:29

cFLOW wrote:

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s53/Cabber_photos/Picture918826.jpg

If it ain't rubbin, you ain't tryin! I reckon that be about 3 red nano pubes clearance. Looks tight! :D

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by cFLOW on 10/12/07 at 20:17:44

Heres my latest creation, Tag/light bracket. I also finished my seat/seat bracket but have no pics yet
http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s53/Cabber_photos/Picture918835.jpg

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by Rockin_John on 10/14/07 at 21:28:21

Nice looking rear fender job. General layout of fender mounting is not unlike what I have in mind for the back of my 87. However, I'm considering using skirted "Indian" style fenders.This type mounting will allow for my big old solo sear to hang over the lower mounted fender. However, I'm thinking about a low frame-mounted rack behind the seat. Have to work out how low a rack can go with a fender that moves with the swing arm. Of course that partly depends on the length and travel of the rear shocks.

Your picture of the rolling chassis was very helpful to me though. I've been scratching my head for the longest time about the overall frame geometry, and how 'downhill' the whole frame backbone sits. Something about your picture finally unlocked a door for me: The swing arm mount should be lower on the frame, and perhaps the arm longer (requiring chain conversion).

Doing such may allow the Savage to be built into other types of bikes besides a low slung cruiser! I had been focusing on the neck/head and overall frame length. But moving the swing arm pivot might be the real key... maybe...

A new doorway opens, and more puzzles appear.

I know what I want for my birthday (in Nov.) this year: TIG/plasma welding/cutting gear. It has been many years, but I was pretty good with old stick, MIG and even gas welding cutting. Guess I'll need an old oxy/gas kit too for the old (1)H&BTF jobs.

1. H&BTF was an actual term found on blueprints in one portable oil drilling Mfg. shop I worked at. I'd never heard the term before. If is the acronym for Heat & Beat To Fit ~! ;D

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by cFLOW on 10/22/07 at 16:45:57

http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s53/Cabber_photos/Picture918861.jpg

Heres pretty how it will look when Im finished. Just have to wire it and finish the tank. The exhaust will be different but I am waiting to do that.(Scrambler style.)

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by strangeling on 10/22/07 at 16:55:59

Cflow that looks freakin awesome. So is the scrambler pipe your talking about going to be mounted high up ?

Title: Re: Built a set of bars
Post by cFLOW on 10/22/07 at 18:01:16

Yep Similar to this bike ,but straight. .
http://i149.photobucket.com/albums/s53/Cabber_photos/a29fe.jpg