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Offline Ernie

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« on: September 07, 2006, 03:52:22 PM »
whataya think bout this ? I know you guys will be brutally honest ;)
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Re: opinions needed
« Reply #1 on: September 07, 2006, 03:57:30 PM »
It would look better all black, minus the red detailing in my opinion (frequently thought to be worthless I might add).  ;D
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« Reply #2 on: September 07, 2006, 04:01:06 PM »
thanx bob i knew i could count on your honesty ;D
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« Reply #3 on: September 07, 2006, 04:06:20 PM »
redrum. redrum.

 ;D ;D

that's pretty slick photoshoppin' there, bra...
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Re: opinions needed
« Reply #4 on: September 07, 2006, 04:31:24 PM »
I like the faux Honda-wing motif. Less keen on the skull.
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Re: opinions needed
« Reply #5 on: September 07, 2006, 05:04:39 PM »
It would look better all black, minus the red detailing in my opinion (frequently thought to be worthless I might add).  ;D

Like Bob says, all black.  Maybe one of the vintage HM wings on each side of the tank.  And, lose the extra bodywork.  The bike is too classic to cover it up.  Just my .02.   ;)
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« Reply #6 on: September 07, 2006, 05:14:05 PM »
I for one love it. But with a lower seat.

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« Reply #7 on: September 07, 2006, 06:18:47 PM »
Overall, I like it... but then I generally like anything that looks different from what the other guy (gal) is riding!

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« Reply #8 on: September 07, 2006, 10:55:27 PM »
lose the bodywork and give me the shiny bits ;D
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Re: opinions needed
« Reply #9 on: September 08, 2006, 12:48:53 AM »
Can anybody tell me what is this thing with skulls on bikes? Like that we will all end up in a grave? But that's logical for everybody, isn't it?

I second teh "all black" vote. Bike is well done and that's enough to pull attention. Why put some childish skulls on it/

What's the deal with skulls and bones anyway? Please?

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« Reply #10 on: September 08, 2006, 06:26:36 AM »
Dig the black - not the graphics....
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Re: opinions needed
« Reply #11 on: September 08, 2006, 07:45:15 AM »
It would look better all black, minus the red detailing in my opinion (frequently thought to be worthless I might add).  ;D

Like Bob says, all black.  Maybe one of the vintage HM wings on each side of the tank.  And, lose the extra bodywork.  The bike is too classic to cover it up.  Just my .02.   ;)


                  I have to agree, all black and the vintage HM wings Would be a nice touch. I think mini fairings look good on some bikes but, this ain't it. And that's my thoughts.

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Re: opinions needed
« Reply #12 on: September 08, 2006, 08:07:37 AM »
There's enough blank space on the body work to sell advertising space for an energy drink. Looks sorta like a scooter. Not my cup of tea, but you know what they say about opinions.
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« Reply #13 on: September 08, 2006, 09:07:09 AM »
I think it is pretty good. While I dont have a problem with skulls like some do, I dont think they belong. I would also lose the wings but keep the red accent and have lines that start on the headlight and then flow across the tank and to the side covers.  All black makes me puke. All black is so common that no one will notice it.  I think carefully placed accent came make a big change and really enhance the look. Besides, black and red are a classic combo.

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Re: opinions needed
« Reply #14 on: September 08, 2006, 09:56:07 AM »
I'm not a big fan of bodywork on any bike, but that's just me.  How about swapping out the skull for an image of Jack's face with the wing coming off it?
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« Reply #15 on: September 08, 2006, 11:47:31 AM »
too much bodywork... looks like an 80's dohc after the photoshop.  leave it black.  leave it simple.  8)
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Re: opinions needed
« Reply #16 on: September 08, 2006, 03:33:17 PM »
Never liked skulls. Looks poserish. JMO  :-\

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« Reply #17 on: September 08, 2006, 05:43:42 PM »
thankyou all for your input, :) I really wanna do somthing to make it unique but i think you all are right the skull stuff is over the top and the body work just dont seem to fit a classic honda ,i like the way the cafe looks but im too old to ride in that position  ::)so i donno what the hell im gonna do ,ill figure out something.........  i hope
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« Reply #18 on: September 08, 2006, 06:39:37 PM »
I still would not go all black. You all talk about body work not looking right. Take a look at all the bikes sold these days, unless it is a rocket, probably 50% are black.  whoopee.  Do something a bit different. Do SOMETHING to break up all that black. Even if it is just putting the emblems back on.