Author Topic: Trail 55 (C105T) found in a dumpster, potential project? (Read 35611 times)

theofam · « **Reply #25 on:** April 11, 2011, 12:50:56 PM »

I agree with Scott, why'd you have to go and stir up possibilities with an old Honda Trail?! I cracked up when I saw the black StingRay bars on there. In a word, "sick!" I'm off to scour craigslist. My wife is gonna hate you!

Flying J · « **Reply #26 on:** April 12, 2011, 08:43:18 AM »

Why did you not go with the longer swing arm? It was looking sick. Now it only looks awesome.

Shoeboxjoe · « **Reply #27 on:** April 12, 2011, 01:19:44 PM »

Thanks for the comments! Its not my original idea, i just stole it from http://chalopy.blogspot.com/

The extended swingarm was a friends i borrowed, he has to finish it yet and i still might use it but I wanted to get it together and ride it asap (especially with gas at $4+/gallon).

Shoeboxjoe · « **Reply #28 on:** May 31, 2011, 06:46:49 AM »

just a quick pic. Got the rear struts made and installed along with the headlight bracket. I'm waiting for some parts and then have to sort out cables, tail light and seat and we should be close.

HondanutRider · « **Reply #29 on:** May 31, 2011, 08:19:19 AM »

Looks wild!

What about the paint (color and type) as it looks like a nice choice?

Shoeboxjoe · « **Reply #30 on:** May 31, 2011, 08:47:42 AM »

It's just a spray can job, if i used a nicer 2 stage clear it would be a lot better. I got the idea from another post on sohc4... http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=32291.msg333467#msg333467

HondanutRider · « **Reply #31 on:** May 31, 2011, 09:34:19 AM »

Thought that it seemed to have a "glow" to it. Without the automotive two-stage clear, watch that gasoline doesn't get on it.

Really? · « **Reply #32 on:** May 31, 2011, 02:15:50 PM »

It wouldn't feel right if I did not tag along on this one!

joshuanagao · « **Reply #33 on:** May 31, 2011, 09:20:11 PM »

If I may ask, what steering stem did you use with the new setup? Bike is coming along beautifully! Love the concept!

Shoeboxjoe · « **Reply #34 on:** June 01, 2011, 06:21:46 AM »

I cut the stem from the PW80 and original fork. With the help of a spacer we welded the OEM stem into the PW80 bottom triple tree clamp. Then cut down the original stem to fit without the goofy OEM handlebars.

It should be noted i cannot weld at all. Thankfully 2 guys in our "Scooter Gang" are professional welders.

Shoeboxjoe · « **Reply #35 on:** August 22, 2011, 06:45:36 AM »

Seriously, this is the scariest sh*t I've ever ridden... The combination of a 1/4 turn throttle mounted on 15" apes and the 125cc in a <100lb bike really wasn't the best decision in hindsight but goddamn is it sick

I still need to wire up headlight and taillights, mount license plate, make a seat pad, connect front brake, stiffen up front suspension so the triple tree no longer hits the tire and sends me over the handlebars under heavy braking, finish my last will and testament, get more life insurance...

Coyote13 · « **Reply #36 on:** August 22, 2011, 07:50:21 AM »

Hahahaa oh my god that thing rules. Kickass job man!

Flying J · « **Reply #37 on:** August 22, 2011, 07:52:03 AM »

Nice work. When your finished we need a video.

Shoeboxjoe · « **Reply #38 on:** September 07, 2011, 06:49:26 AM »

Scooter gang first ride this last labor day weekend. I can't believe we didn't get pulled over. We ended up sneaking onto the Labor Day parade route after they closed the roads and the streets were packed with people, and basically starting the parade.

One of the guys has a helmet cam we're going to use during the next ride so hopefully I'll be posting video next time.

Really? · « **Reply #39 on:** September 07, 2011, 08:30:18 AM »

Whatta hoot. Love it!

70CB750 · « **Reply #40 on:** September 07, 2011, 08:59:36 AM »

Quote from: Shoeboxjoe on September 07, 2011, 06:49:26 AM

Scooter gang first ride this last labor day weekend. I can't believe we didn't get pulled over. We ended up sneaking onto the Labor Day parade route after they closed the roads and the streets were packed with people, and basically starting the parade. One of the guys has a helmet cam we're going to use during the next ride so hopefully I'll be posting video next time.

The terror of the neighborhood

DedHed · « **Reply #41 on:** September 07, 2011, 11:03:05 AM »

Inspired!
Thanks!
Phil

strynboen · « **Reply #42 on:** September 07, 2011, 11:07:52 AM »

dont like the new trend with no seat..a bit hard to sit on gas cap

Gixxerusa · « **Reply #43 on:** September 07, 2011, 11:14:54 AM »

Cool project. It's a great looking scooter.

Shoeboxjoe · « **Reply #44 on:** September 08, 2011, 06:32:29 AM »

Quote from: strynboen on September 07, 2011, 11:07:52 AM

dont like the new trend with no seat..a bit hard to sit on gas cap

Not a trend, its just that none of us can sew

catsoup · « **Reply #45 on:** September 08, 2011, 06:54:25 AM »

Quote from: Shoeboxjoe on September 08, 2011, 06:32:29 AM

Quote from: strynboen on September 07, 2011, 11:07:52 AM
dont like the new trend with no seat..a bit hard to sit on gas cap

Not a trend, its just that none of us can sew

Im picturing one of those thick sheepskin bicycle saddle covers in your future.

very cool project!

65Ch3v3LL3 · « **Reply #46 on:** September 08, 2011, 07:08:10 AM »

That's pretty sweet. Guess I need to start checking dumpsters LOL. I'm thinking that would be interesting at Bike Week or Sturgis haha.

Shoeboxjoe · « **Reply #47 on:** September 08, 2011, 07:18:06 AM »

Quote from: 65Ch3v3LL3 on September 08, 2011, 07:08:10 AM

That's pretty sweet. Guess I need to start checking dumpsters LOL. I'm thinking that would be interesting at Bike Week or Sturgis haha.

We're debating taking them to Tomahawk, WI for the annual Fall Ride/Colorama which is primarily Harley riding weekend warriors. My cb750 got a good reception last year but these might be a different story.

Flying J · « **Reply #48 on:** November 06, 2011, 04:30:09 PM »

Ok i think one of my next projects is going to be one of these cool little bikes. Just picked up 3 of them today.

Flying J · « **Reply #49 on:** November 09, 2011, 03:24:20 PM »

Do you have any other pictures of your friends bikes?

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Author Topic: Trail 55 (C105T) found in a dumpster, potential project? (Read 35611 times)