[donniej]

It's been a while and sadly I'm not real happy with my 72 Kawasaki tail. I tried to make it do to many things hence it does none well... It's not very comfy, the seat is too long (aesthetically speaking) but still doesn't fit two people, also the gas tank completely clashes with the lines and though I originally planned to fabricate a different tank I've decided it will be *way* easier to swap the tail again.

I also want to re-shape my bike this winter... I want to go even further out then I've already gone. Price is barely an obstacle though I'm not interested in changing forks or wheels. Paint and full powder coating is on the agenda and lighting may be on the list too. The bike will either stay naked or I might consider full fairings if I can find ultra-bizarre.

I want to build a show stopper, something no one has ever seen before... not some main-stream streetfighter but a one of a kind "break the mould" pHReAk...

I'm currently considering the following...

powder coated frame and swing arm lip-stick RED
powder coat fork legs, rear-sets and triple clamps black
I want the wheels 2 different colors but haven't decided what colors yet
A very small, cut down race tail (solo seat), probably or a mid 90's GSXR or late 90's F4i
2 tone paint (black being one color, the other is still undecided)
Dual exhaust?

I'd like input, if there's someone with automotive styling & design experience I'd definitely value your help... the same with you graphic artists (Quintin, that means you!! ;D )

 

[WeezerKDI]

Give me a few days, I live for this kinda stuff. I'll post you up some pictures when I get home. If you wanna go full blown StReEtFiGhTeR, I deffinately wanna help. ;D

 

[Guest]

I love the F4i tail, you got my vote for that. And LESS faux carbon fiber, MORE real carbon fiber.

 

[True Blue]

I wish I had some ideas, I'll be sure to let you know if I come up with anything.

Judging from your current creation, I can't wait to see what kind of Frankenbike you've come up with by spring. ;D

 

[Guest]

Man this is going to be so cool

I am not very creative so I cant help much, but I will be cheering you on the entire way.

 

[tonyjuliano]

uh-oh...

 

[stranger]

i think you need to go with a sv chopper. extended forks, gorilla handlebars, etc.

 

[tonyjuliano]

i think you need to go with a sv chopper. extended forks, gorilla handlebars, etc.

You mean Ape-Hangers? First time I ever heard them reffered to as "gorilla handlebars".

 

[stranger]

You mean Ape-Hangers?  First time I ever heard them reffered to as "gorilla handlebars".

hey, gimme a break - you figured out what i meant, didntja?

besides i was having a senior moment typing that and couldn't remember what they were called.

 

[RandyO]

bob tail & old tractor style saddle

 

[donniej]

bob tail & old tractor style saddle

That's funny... I already did a hack of just that in paint.

Tony; lighten up on Josh, you know he's "special" ;D (j/k!)

 

[donniej]

i think you need to go with a sv chopper. extended forks, gorilla handlebars, etc.

I never like the ape hangers.
And I already did a chopper... I definitely want to keep the suspension agile and sporty.

 

[stranger]

Tony; lighten up on Josh, you know he's "special"  ;D (j/k!)

for that i'm recommending FUR

 

[donniej]

for that i'm recommending FUR

FUR is not out of the question

 

[True Blue]

Fur would be cool, but if you want to really be different put on something that looks like alligator or snakeskin.

I think that would be pretty original, plus it would look hardcore. Not sure how you would do it, you'd almost have to cover the plastics in some sort of latex like material, and then make a mold to stamp onto it to give it that tough leathery look. Unless you could figure out some sort of way to do it with fiberglass and bondo. I'm just spouting off. I'll stop for now.

An undertail exaust would be cool too, I've always been a big fan of them.

 

[MeLLow_YeLLoW]

gold rims!! ;D

 

[donniej]

Wow! go you with the photochop! ;D

I like it all except for the HUGE bubbly back section of the tail. I think the wheels could be a little more obnoxious as well.

 

[MeLLow_YeLLoW]

we could put diamonds in them!

 

[e lo]

Mellow, does punkjumper know you've stolen his frame idea?

I'd cast another vote for the undertail exhaust, FWIW.

 

[GeorgeZboy]

Think: Duc Monster - style dual high-mounts.
True Vintage Cafe' style race tail. Browse this link:
http://sundialmotosport.com/Customer_Bikes.htm

Since you're talking about a real bobbed seat, (add a hugger, too) you might think aout having a stinger underseat exhaust bent up with your present can... the real challenge will be installing tail light(s) and signals.