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Offline texaninseattle

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What does it need?
« on: May 14, 2009, 10:21:28 AM »
Ok so I have working on this bike in my backyard for a bit now, and its finally road worthy.

I snapped some quick photos, and well, it just looks boring to me. So, whats missing?

I need some ideas here people


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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #1 on: May 14, 2009, 10:25:16 AM »
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #2 on: May 14, 2009, 10:26:44 AM »
It needs a brace on the rear of that exhaust...  Hanging kinda low, ain't it?  ;)
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #3 on: May 14, 2009, 10:27:38 AM »
I don't think it needs anything. It's a good, classic, not-quite-original UJM. Only thing I'd suggest is some kind of clip to hold the exhaust on near the header to muffler junction. Maybe theres one there, but I can't see it.
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #4 on: May 14, 2009, 10:28:45 AM »
I would do something with the seat, too...  Seems kinda, bland.  Maybe add some chrome trim to the bottom edge?
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #5 on: May 14, 2009, 10:37:59 AM »
a wild paint job.....different seat.......lower it a bit in the back.......do something with that rear fender...etc..

you,sir need to spend a day or two browsing in the project shop thread..... ;) ;) ;)

oh,and the inspiration thread.....

(not downing your bike here at all,i like it.....but you said you find it boring,so.... ::) )
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #6 on: May 14, 2009, 10:39:47 AM »

I think you should have your avatar chick sit on it for the next round of pics and we'll see if that dresses it up!
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #7 on: May 14, 2009, 10:46:26 AM »
I kind of like the way it looks right now.  Low-key and clean.  I agree with adding some trim to the seat, though.  And how about some side cover emblems?
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #8 on: May 14, 2009, 10:50:04 AM »
Thinner trimmer seat - its too bulky, and some bling on the seat/sidecovers/tank - all a little bland.

One small detail - I think the headlight ears would look better if they were inverted.

The black front signal lights make me want to make the headlight ears, fenders, fork lowers etc. all black.
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #9 on: May 14, 2009, 11:49:50 AM »
maybe maybe a different or modified seat but really, i like it just like it is, i'd leave it alone.
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #10 on: May 14, 2009, 11:52:20 AM »
Quote from: tintin on May 14, 2009, 10:50:04 AM
One small detail - I think the headlight ears would look better if they were inverted.

Good call on the ears.  And maybe some black Napoleon bar end mirrors instead of the stalks?
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #11 on: May 14, 2009, 01:16:41 PM »
Quote from: Chester345 on May 14, 2009, 10:39:47 AM

I think you should have your avatar chick sit on it for the next round of pics and we'll see if that dresses it up!
Yeah and quit moving, that toe is nice!
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #12 on: May 14, 2009, 01:17:45 PM »
Also needs a dual disc up front with one of my drill patterns making it holy.
Nice bike though. ;D
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #13 on: May 14, 2009, 02:41:03 PM »
The seat is missing the grab rail.  And the turn signals are missing.  But I'm sure you already knew that.  But that's why is looks like something is missing.  Because it is.
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #14 on: May 14, 2009, 02:53:42 PM »
Ditch the seat.  Try a stock seat or a cafe.  Whatever you do, the ass end looks way too fat with that after market tush cushion.  Bar end mirrors would trim up the eyebrow antenna look in the front.  Definitely put something/i] on your side covers.  That space is way too big to have just a black space there and a small emblem or badge would define the shape of the covers.  Buck up that exhaust a bit and there ya go.  Think about your rear fender, too.  Maybe loose the stock light and shorten the fender up by shoving it forward and throwing a bolt in it.  If you are going to keep your fender as it is, try putting the rear grab bar back on.  It'll break up that line between the frame and seat a bit and the us sweep will shorten the tail appearance.  That is all.  I think have a grab rail if you want.  Pm me and I'll check.
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #15 on: May 14, 2009, 02:58:47 PM »
Quote from: texaninseattle on May 14, 2009, 02:56:29 PM
as far as the seat is concerned...could I just shave the hump down and put the cover back on?
If you can get the upholstery to behave.
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #16 on: May 14, 2009, 03:07:34 PM »
I have a grab rail for my 77 sitting around.  ???
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #17 on: May 14, 2009, 03:19:58 PM »
It needs to be ridden more and looked at less.
But really, you have just been looking at it to long and it has become boring to you.
Keep looking on ebay and at other bikes and something will come to you.
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #18 on: May 15, 2009, 11:35:29 AM »
Just looks like it needs a rider. Now enjoy your friday and go ride. What you really want will come to ya, in about 200 miles or so. And dont listen to anything cafe related, thats what you do when youve flat run out of ideas.  8)
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #19 on: May 15, 2009, 12:41:40 PM »
It looks like it needs a rider to me.  Who cares what anybody else thinks it needs, if you like it then go ride it like you stole it!
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #20 on: May 15, 2009, 12:59:40 PM »
Quote from: texaninseattle on May 14, 2009, 10:21:28 AM
I snapped some quick photos, and well, it just looks boring to me. So, whats missing?


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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #21 on: May 15, 2009, 07:20:42 PM »
My first impression was that something needed to be done with the seat.  I think once the handlebars are lowered, lowering someting in the back is needed to balance things out.

That mudflap on the front fender looks grandma-ish to me.  I'd lose it, or make a sissy bar out of it.

Otherwise, I agree that it needs more riding.
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Re: What does it need?
« Reply #22 on: May 15, 2009, 07:28:16 PM »
ok, I don't feel like reading so I'll just tell ya what I think.

you need one bar end mirror, (stock mirrors are like bug antennae, get the seat reupholstered with a nice cafe hump, and that's about it, the bike looks nice man
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