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Message started by govnor on 05/25/15 at 20:36:02

Title: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pics
Post by govnor on 05/25/15 at 20:36:02

Let me start out by saying I am posting this for people that are considering buying the blue collar bobbers kit. I know there are a lot of guys on the board that can make all of the stuff themselves and I am not putting this up for them since they don't need it. I am a business owner, work full time and go to school full time. So I do not have time to engineer and fabricate things. Also, I don't have access to that type of equipment. I have a buddy who does (works in a machine shop) and if I had time it might be something I could do. So if you are a professional mechanic/fabricator/engineer this isn't for you. I know you can do it cheaper and maybe better! This is for guys like me that can't, but don't mind spending a few bucks to get something high quality to help us enjoy our bikes.

I bought my Savage because I was planning to do the RYCA cafe racer kit. I have a cafe racer already (have owned a few) and can always use another one, but I have also owned a bobber, which I sold last year. I was mainly looking for something cheap and reliable but not something you see every day. The RYCA was the ticket as was the Savage for reliability. Then I rode the Savage around some... I started missing my bobber and that riding position. Yes, I'm getting older and there is something to be said about comfort.

Also, I don't really have the kind of time it takes to do the RYCA kit. My free time is extremely limited as I work full time, have school three nights a week and clinical 24 hours every other weekend. I have known about blue collar for a few years so I started looking into that and that's what I decided on. Yes, I would love a hardtail, but my rear end does not. RYCA does have that cool hardtail kit, but...lots more time building it.

I have to say I have not spoken with a nicer bunch than the blue collar people in a long time. They are great people. The kit I got from them looks to be of the highest quality. I'm sure they could go to China, replicate it, and sell it for $200, but then the quality would not be there. The ONLY thing I had a minor problem with was there was a small scratch on the rear fender (I'm sure I could have returned it with no questions asked). Well, it has to be lightly sanded before painting. The scratches came right off so no more problem. The seat, all of the metal pieces etc, are heavy and WELL made. No BS. I will try to document as much as possible.

The DVD that comes with the kit gives full instructions on how to build it. When I say FULL instructions, I mean it! It's about 2 hours and 20 minutes long. Lance kind of babies you through it which would be good for someone that has never done anything like this before. I find myself skipping around a lot because I know how to take off the gas tank, etc, but for those who don't seeing the visual is very helpful.

They're not kidding when they say it comes with everything you need. They include drill bits, loctite...even leather conditioner for the seat!

The exhaust did not come in the kit, but is in a couple of pictures. I picked up a Voodoo to try out.

So here's the bike starting out:
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m265/cipherstrength/IMG_20150506_080916_zpscjq7uzyf.jpg (http://s106.photobucket.com/user/cipherstrength/media/IMG_20150506_080916_zpscjq7uzyf.jpg.html)

Here's the kit as it arrived and unboxing:
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m265/cipherstrength/IMG_20150522_161330_zpss6f9onoc.jpg (http://s106.photobucket.com/user/cipherstrength/media/IMG_20150522_161330_zpss6f9onoc.jpg.html)

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http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m265/cipherstrength/IMG_20150522_171936_zpsqlh1ftsb.jpg (http://s106.photobucket.com/user/cipherstrength/media/IMG_20150522_171936_zpsqlh1ftsb.jpg.html)

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m265/cipherstrength/IMG_20150522_171948_zpsnyjc3i0x.jpg (http://s106.photobucket.com/user/cipherstrength/media/IMG_20150522_171948_zpsnyjc3i0x.jpg.html)

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m265/cipherstrength/IMG_20150522_171953_zpsn10sharf.jpg (http://s106.photobucket.com/user/cipherstrength/media/IMG_20150522_171953_zpsn10sharf.jpg.html)

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by govnor on 05/25/15 at 20:45:47

Here's the cutting process: You have to remove the rear fender/seat assembly and cut the frame that it attaches to. In the DVD it shows how to do it with a hacksaw, but I started with a dremel and a cutting wheel. Well, that only went so far and then I had to get out the hack saw. That was a good way to get the cut started though, for a straight cut.

This is the point you get to before you start cutting: http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m265/cipherstrength/IMG_20150524_203414_zpsm8hwgans.jpg (http://s106.photobucket.com/user/cipherstrength/media/IMG_20150524_203414_zpsm8hwgans.jpg.html)

Action shot: http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m265/cipherstrength/IMG_20150525_130406_zpsgjqbkdmv.jpg (http://s106.photobucket.com/user/cipherstrength/media/IMG_20150525_130406_zpsgjqbkdmv.jpg.html)

Where you cut (yes, showing this for dudes that may or may not be using the kit, but wondering where exactly to chop: http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m265/cipherstrength/IMG_20150525_170243_zpskuc4noyg.jpg (http://s106.photobucket.com/user/cipherstrength/media/IMG_20150525_170243_zpskuc4noyg.jpg.html)

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m265/cipherstrength/IMG_20150525_170251_zpsydzqpxt8.jpg (http://s106.photobucket.com/user/cipherstrength/media/IMG_20150525_170251_zpsydzqpxt8.jpg.html)

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m265/cipherstrength/IMG_20150525_170302_zpsq0vqhtef.jpg (http://s106.photobucket.com/user/cipherstrength/media/IMG_20150525_170302_zpsq0vqhtef.jpg.html)

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m265/cipherstrength/IMG_20150525_174854_zpstuj4nnbh.jpg (http://s106.photobucket.com/user/cipherstrength/media/IMG_20150525_174854_zpstuj4nnbh.jpg.html)

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by Serowbot on 05/25/15 at 20:47:56

It's a bobber in a box...

Be sure to post us the finished product...

;)...

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by govnor on 05/25/15 at 20:52:45

Not to worry. I am waiting on a few parts (new tires, bars, etc.) Also will be re-jetting the carb and painting everything before it goes back together. So it may be a month or so. I was hoping to ride sooner!

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by DesertRat on 05/25/15 at 22:33:37

cool start ... glad to know the DVD is as thorough as the uTube videos

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by gizzo on 05/26/15 at 00:41:51

Nice one, guv'. an image of the BCB S40 I stumbled upon on the net got my Savage bobber project rolling. Took me a couple years to find the donor bike. The BCB looks like a really well thought out kit. (I like your Other Bike, too. Mine's yellow).

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by Kris01 on 05/26/15 at 19:15:02

I love the officially licensed Ford product! ;D

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by Art Webb on 05/26/15 at 21:36:06

Nice work so far, I'm a bit disappointed to learn the BCB kit requires frame cutting, but it is what it is

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by govnor on 05/27/15 at 08:27:25

Gizzo are these bikes hard to find in Australia or expensive or something? They're a dime a dozen here! I do think I read that a car is far more expensive there than here in the states.

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by govnor on 05/27/15 at 08:28:47

Yeah, Art, it is a commitment! You are not going back to stock for sure.

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by Backtobasics on 05/27/15 at 08:59:07

I can attest to Blue Collar Bobbers being a fine outfit. I purchase some mirrors from them and when I had a question, they came back to me immediately and were so darn nice and helpful. The mirrors were great, much better than others I had purchased on EBay and then had to return with a restocking penalty fee. Good people at BCB. Looking forward to your bobber progress.

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by Art Webb on 05/27/15 at 10:26:40

BCB has a rep for quality. You pay dearly for it,, but it's good stuff from everything I've heard

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by gizzo on 05/27/15 at 14:29:58

454D544C4D50220 wrote:

Gizzo are these bikes hard to find in Australia or expensive or something? They're a dime a dozen here! I do think I read that a car is far more expensive there than here in the states.

Yes on both counts. They were only sold for one year here (1986) and were never popular so not many survive. I paid $3500 for mine with 19000 miles, in very average condition. Ironically, Suzuki Australia have relaunched the S40 to take advantage of the hipster thing, so I could have a brand new one for 7k.
Yes cars are dearer here too. Even a v8 Commodore,built in my home town ,cost more here than you'd pay for one rebadged as a Pontiac.

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by verslagen1 on 05/27/15 at 14:53:41

Aren't you permitted to import used cars?

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by govnor on 05/27/15 at 18:48:33

Wow, that's pretty crazy! You pay for rarity though. Someone in Colorado is selling those Utes for something like $85,000. Which over her you can buy a Corvette for cheaper. I like having something unusual and even here you don't see many Savages. It's Harley or nothing where I live. I wouldn't have one mainly for that reason.

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by gizzo on 05/28/15 at 02:15:07

Yes, We're allowed to import some used cars. They have to be classic type stuff. And even the old cars have to be historically "correct" like standard kind of thing. No importing hot rods, lead sleds custom cars. Well you can, but you'd never get them registered for the road. It's a bit of a pain. The bikes we have what's called the RAWS scheme: Where bikes on the List are allowed to be imported then complianced by a RAWS (Registered Automotive Workshop Scheme) then can be rego'd. Bikes brought in that way tend to be Harleys, BMW, Ducati and a bunch of trashy jap 400cc things for the learner market. Otherwise they have to be built pre-85 (I think) to avoid the RAWS deal. I did look at importing a Savage from the states but it wasn't worth the $$ or hassle. That's life.
Utes are a way of life over here. They're great :)

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by govnor on 05/28/15 at 19:17:54

There's not much importing going on here either. It's a real hassle and you have to have a lot of money to bring in almost anything that wasn't sold in the states (that's why the Ute costs so much). The safety laws are completely insane and keep out many cool cars that other countries have.

One good thing here is there are no "learner" type laws with motorcycles. Anyone with 14 grand can go down to their local Kawasaki dealer and buy a ZX-10R and ride it home. You are supposed to have a motorcycle license to ride, which isn't hard to get, but the worst that will happen if you don't is you will get a ticket. I think starting on a big bike is a bad idea, but each to their own.

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by Art Webb on 05/28/15 at 19:49:09

202831292835470 wrote:

As much as i hate over regulation, I almost disagree about no learner law being a good thing, seeing how many idiots don't make it home alive on their first bike
We just had some old dude kill himself running into the back of an 18 wheeler here, and I bet if the full story comes out, it'll be some guy who wanted a bike his whole life, and got one for himself once he felt he could get away with it...and went straight to the big Harley Dresser as a 'starter bike'
ALMOST makes me want a learner law, almost

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by Rylee on 05/28/15 at 21:22:32

What do you get for $735? I know the whole "bolt on" aspect allows for higher pricing but that seems steep to me. I looked at the site but couldn't get an idea of what all comes with this "kit"

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by Art Webb on 05/28/15 at 21:48:52

Not a whole lot Rylee, like RYCA the parts are dear, but all the engineering is worked out, everything you need (and I mean everything, down to the hardware) is included, and the parts are good quality

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by govnor on 06/03/15 at 07:38:40

1E5C46444D404D2F0 wrote:

What do you get for $735? I know the whole "bolt on" aspect allows for higher pricing but that seems steep to me. I looked at the site but couldn't get an idea of what all comes with this "kit"

I put everything that comes with the kit in the pictures. The exhaust DOES NOT come with it, but they do offer a long exhaust. I wanted a shorty. I did not originally buy the blinkers because they were expensive as I was not going to run blinkers. I re-thought that and ordered them anyway and that was a couple hundred more bucks. I like the fact that they act as running lights along with the tail light and they go with the kit so they fit exactly right.

It basically comes with a rear fender, your choice of side mounted license plate mount (normal or sideways), a very nice leather seat, which you can have personalized and all of the things you need to install along with detailed instructions. It comes with drill bits you'll need, all of the hardware you need, etc. So you don't have to stop what you're doing and head down to Home Depot for a tool or bolt. You don't have to create a mount for the seat, etc, it is included.

What you're buying here is good quality parts that look like they will never fail (read heavy and strong) as long as you have the bike and knowledge. It's also not cheap junk from China. It's made in the USA, which is another reason it's expensive. I think people have gotten so used to buying a $15 part from China that we don't realize how much American made parts would be if they still made stuff here.

If you don't know how to make the parts that will turn the bike into a bobber or don't know exactly what to get or just plain don't have time then that's who this kit is for. If you run into trouble you can call these guys and ask questions and they don't mind.

My project is taking a back burner for a week or so since I had to start school back this week, have clinicals all weekend and am working full time as well. I got sidelined because I am doing a lot of other things to the bike while putting on this kit such as painting, new tires, fitting new handlebars, etc. I think if you didn't do those other things this kit could be easily done over a weekend taking your time. And I mean that with an inexperienced person.

I have seen people pee on kits like this because they think it's too easy or expensive and they can "make all of the parts themselves." Well fine, this isn't for those people. I don't know how to make a part and don't have time to learn, but I do want to bob my Savage, so I am the direct market for a kit like this. :)

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by KennyG on 06/03/15 at 07:45:25

Govnor,

Very nice article explaining why it is worthwhile to go with a quality product if you one afford it.

I am looking forward to seeing your finished bike and riding with you.

Kenny G

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by govnor on 06/14/15 at 19:29:21

Completely torn down:

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m265/cipherstrength/IMG_20150602_100309_zps67yxxkth.jpg (http://s106.photobucket.com/user/cipherstrength/media/IMG_20150602_100309_zps67yxxkth.jpg.html)

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by govnor on 06/14/15 at 19:30:34

The tank was a serious pain because of that stupid decal. I had to go down to the bare metal!

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m265/cipherstrength/IMG_20150611_192703_zpsnfbqnhsc.jpg (http://s106.photobucket.com/user/cipherstrength/media/IMG_20150611_192703_zpsnfbqnhsc.jpg.html)

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by govnor on 06/14/15 at 19:39:30

Some of the mods I did while I had the bike apart include Raptor petcock. You guys weren't kidding, it fits perfectly. I also re-jetted with a 155 main and a 55 pilot jet. Air box delete with cone filter. The only other engine mod is the Voodoo exhaust and wrapped header. Z bars, turn signals from blue collar and new Metzelers.

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by govnor on 06/14/15 at 19:50:10

Here are some pics of the seat pan and wiring. You can hide a lot of wiring in there.

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m265/cipherstrength/IMG_20150614_100835_zpsrey56dsm.jpg (http://s106.photobucket.com/user/cipherstrength/media/IMG_20150614_100835_zpsrey56dsm.jpg.html)

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http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m265/cipherstrength/IMG_20150614_112536_zpswqfmvxsf.jpg (http://s106.photobucket.com/user/cipherstrength/media/IMG_20150614_112536_zpswqfmvxsf.jpg.html)

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by govnor on 06/14/15 at 20:09:21

I wouldn't call this "finished" but it's pretty close. I haven't even washed it or polished it up yet in these pics. I was just glad to have it going again. It's been a long project with work/school full time. I think this can realistically be done in two weekends or maybe one long weekend if you want to install the kit, paint, do other mods while you have things apart, etc. Also there's always the waiting on parts thing since you can't get a lot of stuff for the Savage at the local dealership. They didn't even carry the stock rear tire! Anyone wanting to do this kit, you HAVE TO HAVE A STOCK SIZED REAR TIRE. It won't work with the 140/90. Mine needed new tires anyway but that was more work and waiting, of course.

This kit is really spot on. The quality is great and the instructions are the most detailed I've ever seen on any project. ALL parts are included (zip ties, electrical connectors, bolts/nuts, etc). They even send some extra stuff in case you mess up. The metal is thick, heavy and powder coated. You could put this stuff on a show bike with no extra prep. The quality is unsurpassed and I am really impressed. I only ran into a couple of minor fitment issues, but they were really minor. Otherwise, everything lined up perfectly, all holes were drilled and everything was powder coated. I can't rave enough about this kit. Anyone worried about the price because it might be of slip shod quality can quit worrying. It's really the best it gets.

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m265/cipherstrength/IMG_20150614_170419_zps8yu2wecj.jpg (http://s106.photobucket.com/user/cipherstrength/media/IMG_20150614_170419_zps8yu2wecj.jpg.html)

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Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by KennyG on 06/14/15 at 20:25:39

Lance,

Your bike really looks nice. You did a good job.

Where did you get the tires?

Kenny G

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by Kris01 on 06/14/15 at 20:49:35

Looks really good!

Do you think you could run a 140/90 if you made your own fender struts? Is that all that keeps you from using the taller tire?

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by govnor on 06/14/15 at 21:06:58

Thanks guys! Tires are Metzeler ME880 and I got them on Amazon. Had to order from two different sellers though for the two different tires front and back. As far as the strut length being the only thing against the 140/90 it is not. It's mainly the front fender brace. It's hard to explain, but it's all a really tight fit. Longer strut braces just wouldn't work.

What Lance from BCB really needs to do is put a 140/90 on his kit and see if it will fit. If you want to give me an exact height measurement of your tire I will try it against my fender. I even called and asked him since I was having a lot of trouble finding the right size tire. He said it wouldn't fit but I don't think he's actually tried it. :)

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by gizzo on 06/14/15 at 21:28:15

Hooray! A front fender!

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by Art Webb on 06/20/15 at 12:13:42

Nice!

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by Smokestack on 06/21/15 at 16:51:46

I traded a solo seat to a buddy that had a BCB solo seat and I love it. Great quality for sure. I liked it so much I bought the turn signals and mirrors, too.

Hey govnor, how high are those bars?

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by Art Webb on 06/22/15 at 08:21:15

655B595D53454257555D360 wrote:

I traded a solo seat to a buddy that had a BCB solo seat and I love it. Great quality for sure. I liked it so much I bought the turn signals and mirrors, too.

Hey govnor, how high are those bars?

How does it compare comfort wise? (the seat I mean)

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by govnor on 06/22/15 at 12:56:05

Here is a link to the bars, which are 9 1/2" http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0080S7ZXE?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00

As far as seat comfort goes, the short time I spent riding the stock bike versus the bobber, I think the bobber seat is a little more comfortable. I can't say that with great authority, however, because I didn't put that many miles on the stock bike. That said, I can't tell much difference between the two except the bobber seat is a little wider, which makes it a bit more comfortable. I certainly don't think it's less comfortable than stock.

Here's one more pic after I put the bars a bit more forward and finally cleaned up the bike some.

http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m265/cipherstrength/IMG_20150618_202746_zpslvjgnajj.jpg (http://s106.photobucket.com/user/cipherstrength/media/IMG_20150618_202746_zpslvjgnajj.jpg.html)

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by govnor on 06/22/15 at 13:01:52

I need to add that this is before I adjusted the brake lever. It doesn't point down like this now. The bars fit perfectly without extending the cables at all. I thought it was going to be a problem, but installing the bars ended up being the easiest part of the build. You can see in the earlier pic that I started out with the buckhorns.

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by Canadian_kiwi on 06/24/15 at 18:14:16

747C657D7C61130 wrote:

Where you get that exhaust from is it an emgo? Looks awsome!

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by tom3949 on 06/27/15 at 10:55:15

I think it's pretty amazing what can be done with a savage and a Blue Collar or RYCA kit. If it was a Harley engine in there the price would sky rocket. Love the look of your bike.

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by govnor on 07/02/15 at 21:37:43

Thanks guys for the kind words! I'm enjoying the bike and working out a few kinks, but it's loads of fun around town. Highway...eh, not as much fun but do-able. I have to say it may not be a long range machine comfort wise. I figure after an hour or so you need a good rest.

The Voodoo exhaust is LOUD. Not bad at lower RPMs but when you rev it up you almost need some ear plugs. It sounds great though. These bikes sound pretty mean with an exhaust. It came with a Harley exhaust which was a lot quieter. If I was communting daily I might be tempted to put it back on. But...I'm not.

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by Art Webb on 07/02/15 at 21:40:11

Neither is the stocker

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by govnor on 07/02/15 at 21:47:00

2F3C3A392B2C2C4E0 wrote:

Neither is the stocker

I kind of figured that. I wasn't going for long range comfort for sure. If I was I would have bought an old Goldwing.

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by govnor on 07/02/15 at 21:51:36

Here is a link to the exhaust. It's made by Voodoo. Let me suggest getting the blacked out version. The chrome one starts getting brown really fast due to the high exhaust temps these bikes put out.

http://www.amazon.com/VooDoo-Industries-VC403-Universal-Exhaust/dp/B00BUL8NYI/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1435898988&sr=8-1&keywords=voodoo+motorcycle+exhaust

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by Arty Dodger on 11/20/16 at 20:38:53

Did the muffler directly attach to the mounting bracket? I'm thinking of getting one for my bike. It also says that it has baffles in it, but reviews say that it's extremely loud.

Title: Re: Blue Collar Bobbers Savage/S40 kit install, pi
Post by Arty Dodger on 12/06/16 at 11:35:11

040C150D0C11630 wrote:

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I bought the black exhaust. I installed it but it didn't direcyly bolt to the mounting bracket. What did you do to yours? Also, is your exhaust tip close to the back brake cable?