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Year: 2021

A different front wheel
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A different front wheel

February 25, 2021January 1, 2025

As far as a name, I’ve been referring to this bike in my own head lately as “The Bride” — as in The Bride Of Frankenstein. It fits, because I’m creating it … A different front wheelRead more

Steering stem progress
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Steering stem progress

February 23, 2021January 1, 2025

The revised steering stem setup is coming along nicely. The GS500E steering stem is a snug slip fit into the GS650L lower triple clamp. I mocked everything up, and I just needed … Steering stem progressRead more

Seat mounting clamps
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Seat mounting clamps

February 19, 2021January 1, 2025

I mounted the seat this morning. Nothing very high tech, but still a minor milestone. I was about to bend some stock steel bar into brackets to hold the seat, when a … Seat mounting clampsRead more

Wheel choice, and issues
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Wheel choice, and issues

February 17, 2021January 1, 2025

Is this the silliest looking motorcycle ever?The Suzuki front end I originally modified for Bultakenstein fits perfectly and the outer races for the new steering bearings ended up being a nice, tight … Wheel choice, and issuesRead more

Revised steering stem
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Revised steering stem

February 10, 2021January 1, 2025

Examining the GS500 steering steam I had purchased for the Aermacchi-Ducati Special. I discovered that the GS steering stem is the proper length and diameter to fit the Bultaco frame without turning … Revised steering stemRead more

Seat upholstery complete
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Seat upholstery complete

February 4, 2021January 1, 2025

I finished upholstering the seat yesterday. My stitch lines are a bit haphazard and the fit is slightly wonky in spots, but I’m not too disappointed. It’ll be a perfectly serviceable part, … Seat upholstery completeRead more

Sewing the seat cover
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Sewing the seat cover

January 26, 2021January 1, 2025

I’ve made some progress sewing the seat cover; the front half is done. It looks okay, but the bottom of it is a bit wonky. I’m not completely sure where I mis-measured. … Sewing the seat coverRead more

Cobbler’s sewing machine
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Cobbler’s sewing machine

January 20, 2021January 1, 2025

I’m working on upholstering the seat for Bultakenstein. For the foam padding, I am using 1-1/4” thick yoga mat I bought off Amazon. I also bought some pre-made diamond-tuck quilted vinyl for … Cobbler’s sewing machineRead more

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