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Post by gman5184 on May 13, 2015 14:35:37 GMT -6
![]() Hi everyone gonna try this again. I am new to the 454 community having recently bought both an 89 and 86 bobber projects. I am hoping to get tips on anything and everything from electrical to body work and all things in between. So here is an update on what I am working on now. Currently I am taking 2 wiring harnesses that are chopped to shreds and trying to make one complete harness. I am not really concerned about all the warning lights and neutral lights. All I really need is the head and tail lights blinkers and guage lights and the bike to run. If anyone knows what I can cut as far as components and still keep the essentials please method know. Also I am fairly good at trouble shooting so I would be happy to help in that regard so hit me with your questions and if I can ever figure out how to post pictures on here I will be posting progress pictures. |
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Post by gman5184 on May 19, 2015 18:34:35 GMT -6
Just an update I got the 89 started for the first time today I still have a way to go before it is in rideable condition but this is a huge step in the right direction
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Post by Blaine on May 19, 2015 19:34:40 GMT -6
Just an update I got the 89 started for the first time today I still have a way to go before it is in rideable condition but this is a huge step in the right direction Awesome!!!!   |
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Post by brybry on May 21, 2015 15:12:39 GMT -6
post some pics !
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Post by gman5184 on May 21, 2015 15:55:28 GMT -6
I can't figure out how I only have my smart phone
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Post by gman5184 on May 22, 2015 1:47:28 GMT -6
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Post by gman5184 on May 22, 2015 1:50:40 GMT -6
Above is the most recent progress testing the tank fit. It looks like I am going to have to do a tack delete due to the low clearance of the tank. Also thinking of doing an inline petcock to resolve routing issues. Any input would be welcome and appreciated
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Post by gman5184 on May 24, 2015 2:09:40 GMT -6
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Post by gman5184 on May 24, 2015 2:21:10 GMT -6
So that last pic there is the kind of seat I am installing dimensions are 12"w x 16l. I was just wondering what you all think I should do under the seat to cover the battery and all those sensitive electrical bits? I know I shouldn't to welding anything down because I may want to get to the battery some day. I was thinking a small utility box bolted to the battery box mounts. Does anyone have pictures of what they did?
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Post by gman5184 on May 24, 2015 18:25:41 GMT -6
Also was planning on the seat having Springs as I am 6'2" and a frame height seat would just be too low.
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Post by gman5184 on May 26, 2015 19:26:15 GMT -6
 the first tank and seat mock up |
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Post by gman5184 on May 27, 2015 17:47:17 GMT -6
Got to take a very short test ride today with an auxiliary tank only
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Post by eaglerider on May 28, 2015 8:35:32 GMT -6
If you are good with fabricating, you could form a "cover" underneath the seat, from frame rail to frame rail, to cover the battery box, and even form a small box area, to hold the eltronics moved from the rear fender.
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Post by gman5184 on May 28, 2015 9:31:46 GMT -6
I'm not an expert by any means the only issue is I have no access to welding materials so I can take what ever I want off of the bike but what ever goes on needs to be already built or I need to pay someone to do it which this being my first project I'm trying to steer away from. I found these Small steel boxes on Amazon I am thinking of using I should be able to drill a few holes and Mount it directly to the top of the battery box. As far as the sides go I'm thinking something like Black diamond plate I can cut that by hand and if done correctly it should look pretty sweet.
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Post by gman5184 on May 28, 2015 16:29:42 GMT -6
 was thinking of so something like that for under the seat |
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Post by coachjuice17 on May 24, 2020 13:06:06 GMT -6
What did you end up doing gman. Looking for ideas
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