While not actively working on this project, I’ve stumbled on a seat for it. The Airtech Reed-Titan seat base I bought for Bultakenstein just hasn’t worked out the way I thought. It … Reed-Titan seat transferredRead more
Year: 2020
Fairing–seat quandary
Several people have said that the chunky tail section requires some sort of headlight cowl or sport fairing to keep the bike from looking tail-heavy. I think it’s a valid argument. The … Fairing–seat quandaryRead more
More outdoor photos
I rolled the bike out of the garage after work last night to get a better look at it. I couldn’t resist throwing the chain and front fender on it and snapping … More outdoor photosRead more
Footpeg mounts complete
The footpeg mounts are complete. I was about done when I concluded that my original approach of two parallel plates with a big, fat spacer between them was just too kludgy and … Footpeg mounts completeRead more
Replica BSA tank arrived
My reproduction BSA OIF export tank has arrived from India. Just for review, I had previously paid more than I really wanted to on an authentic tank because the seller said it … Replica BSA tank arrivedRead more
Footpeg fabrication continues
I know that trying to mill with a drill press is a big no-no, but I did some light work with my press and a Harbor Freight X-Y vice. I first cut … Footpeg fabrication continuesRead more
Ducati engine damage
The crankcase mounting boss is borked in the exact same place as my spare set of cases, but seems weldable. Here’s somebody else’s take on how to fabricate and weld the repair. … Ducati engine damageRead more
Engine located
I located a Ducati 2004 Monster 620 motor locally that I was able to pick up pretty cheaply. I got the engine, swingarm, throttle bodies, airbox, ignition components, clutch line and master … Engine locatedRead more
Pegs & foot control progress
I’m using my usual “paper template and spray glue” fabrication method on the pegs and foot controls, which has served me surprisingly well.Here you can see the doubled, inner- and outer-plate construction, … Pegs & foot control progressRead more
Mounting footpeg plates
I have mounted the inner side plates for the foot controls. I had to grind down the frame a tiny bit to get the right side to lie flush, but they seem … Mounting footpeg platesRead more