I originally bought this no-name universal fender off Amazon for The Bride, but I didn’t use it because I decided it was intolerably ugly. It didn’t get any better looking while in … Front fender test-fitRead more
Footpegs mounted
I recycled Bultakenstein’s Yamaha YZF600R footpegs for the Benelli. I considered a bunch of locations and mounting configurations, including floorboards and adapting an entire Kawasaki ATV footrest assembly. But in the end, … Footpegs mountedRead more
Handlebars & controls
The sun came out between thunderstorms, so I rolled the diesel Benelli out into the driveway for a couple of quick progress photos. I bought a higher handlebar for $30 off Amazon, … Handlebars & controlsRead more
Diesel fuel tank mounted
I got the fuel tank mounted. I am going to use the fuel tank that came with the engine. It fits nicely under the seat, behind the engine, and it has the … Diesel fuel tank mountedRead more
Motor mounts complete
In order to rubber-mount the front of the engine to match the rear, I purchased some vibration-isolating mounting pads, commonly used for electric motors, and air conditioner compressors. The integral M10 studs … Motor mounts completeRead more
Rear motor mount
Given these small, air-cooled diesels’ notorious reputation for excessive vibration, rubber engine mounts are practically a necessity. Fortunately, the Benelli frame has existing rubber foot peg mounting points that I can re-purpose … Rear motor mountRead more
New clubman handlebar
I couldn’t get over the cobby looks of my adapted mount for the Hyde M-bar. But I wasn’t keen on the drag bar I had, and none of my clip-ons would fit … New clubman handlebarRead more
Reimagining the Benelli as a diesel bike
With Bultakenstein well and truly off the docket, I had a chance to think freely about what I wanted to pursue in the workshop. I have decided to forgo the “high concept” … Reimagining the Benelli as a diesel bikeRead more
Bultakenstein is dead.
I have decided to kill Bultakenstein. Finding the old mockup image that prompted my most recent post also prompted a lengthy discussion with my wife. She said, “you don’t seem to be … Bultakenstein is dead.Read more
The original concept image
While cleaning out some old document folders on my computer, I stumbled onto my first conceptual visualization for a Bultaco 360 road bike. I created this around 1992 or 1993. Pretty bitchin’, … The original concept imageRead more