JunkyardDog

I wish somebody would build a cruiser style motorcycle, and put an R1, GSXR1000, or some other liter class sportbike motor in it, without detuning it, or changing the powerband. The first cruiser, the KZ900LTD, was an inline four, as were most of the early cruisers. Yamaha missed a great opportunity with their Royal Star, which had a V-Max motor in it. But by the time they finished messing with it, it put out less than half the power of a V-Max. Where is it written that cruisers have to be slow? Aside from the V-Max, remember the V65 Magna? That thing would suck your eyeballs down your throat. It seems kind of ridiculous when a 600cc sportbike will run circles around a 2000cc cruiser. Due to health problems, I can no longer ride sportbikes. I love the looks and comfort of cruisers, I would just like some power to go with it. Jerry.

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Henryinva

Getting back to the build, I ordered a set of airbags today. Should have them in a week or less. Ebay can be yer freind, set me back 21 bucks to the door for a pair! January isnt going to get here quick enough!

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Henryinva

Snow has hampered the Roanoke area as they cant handle the amount we got socked with. BUT, my DOM tubing showed up today, so now its just a waiting game till Jan. 1st.

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66Sprint

But is it done yet?... And ...Why is there no rum?..... LOL, Steve

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Henryinva

Hahaha, Hey Steve!
No, theres no rum.
YOU need to stop by the house ya old fart. Need to talk to ya about an air bag idea i got going on.


BUT,

Glad ya joined up here, this place could benefit BIG TIME from an old Honda man like yourself!

Step in here and add a few pearls of wisdom. Theres a lot of guys who know their way around and a lot of first time people who havent a clue and your background will be asset here.

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Henryinva

2 more days to wait.. The build off is up to 41 bikes now..

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Jakeman

I think the rest of us are almost as excited as you are.

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mnmike3

i know i am excited to see the project as it progresses. no matter how many bikes i see and try to look over every detail it still facinates me more to get to see it all come together.

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JunkyardDog

I agree. And it should be a lot more interesting than those staged, scripted, TV builds. Jerry.

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Henryinva

Well, snagged the sawzall and had at it. Cut the backbone outta there. Felt pretty good doing it too as I fought the stupid thing nonstop on my other bike. Drug my DOM out and headed for the shop where I cut it up and bent it. Probably start trimming stuff later this evening. maybe fit some stuff up.
Air bag is out, going with a straight rigid.

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