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RRCS's '85 XJ700 Bobber project.

Discussion in 'XJ Modifications' started by RRCS, Sep 19, 2011.

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  1. interstatejoe

    interstatejoe Member

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    Seems like it should be mounted back further.
     
    interstatejoe, Sep 23, 2011
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    RRCS Member

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    Funny... I'm starting to dig it.


    Thought about bending it back at a sharper angle about half way up.
     
    RRCS, Sep 23, 2011
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    Orange-n-Black Well-Known Member

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    I vote on moving it back, but your the one that has to be happy with it. Although moving it back may involve lengthening the rear fender a bit as well so play around with it a bit till your happy. :wink:
     
    Orange-n-Black, Sep 23, 2011
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  4. interstatejoe

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    Seems like it should be mounted back further.
     
    interstatejoe, Sep 23, 2011
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  5. Maxim-X

    Maxim-X Well-Known Member

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    Paint it flourescent pink!!!!!!!
     
    Maxim-X, Sep 23, 2011
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  6. Orange-n-Black

    Orange-n-Black Well-Known Member

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    THAT would be hideous!
     
    Orange-n-Black, Sep 23, 2011
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  7. Maxim-X

    Maxim-X Well-Known Member

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    ...but it would be highly visible! Or mayyyyybe, flourescent orange, then it would be......................Orange-n-Black!
     
    Maxim-X, Sep 23, 2011
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  8. RRCS

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    I'm thinking its gunna stay for now... and stay black for that matter. Mabey adding a Ford model "a" tail light to it as a third brakelight at some point. People in the SF bay area don't respect bikes and LOVE to tailgate.
     
    RRCS, Sep 23, 2011
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  9. RRCS

    RRCS Member

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    I'm thinking its gunna stay for now... and stay black for that matter. Mabey adding a Ford model "a" tail light to it as a third brakelight at some point. People in the SF bay area don't respect bikes and LOVE to tailgate.


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    RRCS, Sep 23, 2011
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  10. thorin

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    the color's fine but i think it should be much shorter, maybe 2-3 inches higher than the rear of your seat and follow the seat top outline. more of a grab bar than sissy bar, would better follow the lines of your bike. it'd still keep your ass off the rear tire and wouldn't be so "in your face".
    i've been guilty of letting a bad-looking mod stay 'round long enough that i get to liking it til someone points out how crappy it looks.
    if you're open to changing it, do it quick....
    and while you're at it, loose the seat patch.
    just sayin'....
     
    thorin, Sep 23, 2011
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  11. ifonly2005

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    i like it, but i agree.... somethings not right.... but cant put a finger on it. you should bring this picture into ms paint or photoshop... and try lengthing it or shortening it til it stands out..... i got an old rat rod magazine and there was an xs with the model a light in the center of the sissy bar... looked cool. great job!
     
    ifonly2005, Sep 23, 2011
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  12. Maxim-X

    Maxim-X Well-Known Member

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    Ummmm, never saw the guy ride, but I don't think it's gonna be "in his face"! 8O
    :twisted: :twisted: :twisted:
     
    Maxim-X, Sep 23, 2011
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  13. RRCS

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    Rode from Fremont CA to Yosemite national park (half dome) today, 450+ miles round trip. Should have some freaking calendar shots of bike when my buddy posts up the pics on the scooter forum I've been known to troll (totalruckus.com).
     
    RRCS, Sep 24, 2011
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    RRCS, Sep 28, 2011
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  15. dwcopple

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    do you like the dirtbike crossbar?
     
    dwcopple, Sep 28, 2011
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  16. RRCS

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    Cross bar only bugs me when I have to get at the ignition. Otherwise the bar ends wobble like crazy without it. I can't even see in mirrors.

    The bars are pretty much temporary. Looking into dual sport risers and a drag bar maybe.
     
    RRCS, Sep 28, 2011
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    slowondraw87 New Member

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    Digging your ride! Love the clean look. simple.
     
    slowondraw87, Sep 30, 2011
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    Nice job! I like that it's not wildly different from the original. Not that wildy different ones are terrible, mind you. This is a clean, simple bob. Love it!
     
    redsix, Oct 2, 2011
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  19. Orange-n-Black

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    I like your buddy's bike! Been wanting a Fury for quite a while. Enjoy your bike the way you like it. Nice pics.
     
    Orange-n-Black, Oct 2, 2011
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    i'd choose yours over the fury.nice job dude.
     
    grinder, Oct 9, 2011
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