my brat build

  • KZ-Izzo
  • KZ-Izzo's Avatar Topic Author
  • Offline
  • User
  • Posts: 40
  • Thanks: 2

my brat build

12 May 2013 21:39 - 12 May 2013 21:39
#587079
just picked up my 1980 kz1000b4 gonna be a long project but will post pics as i go along. might have some questions here and there.

Attachment 1980kz1000b4.jpg not found

Live Fast
1980 KZ1000 b4 ltd

Attachments:

Last edit: 12 May 2013 21:39 by KZ-Izzo. Reason: pic didnt post

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • KZ-Izzo
  • KZ-Izzo's Avatar Topic Author
  • Offline
  • User
  • Posts: 40
  • Thanks: 2

Re: my brat build

12 May 2013 22:00
#587083
and does anyone have a flat brat seat or know someone who will upholster a seat for cheap cheap
Live Fast
1980 KZ1000 b4 ltd

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • martin_csr
  • martin_csr's Avatar
  • Offline
  • User
  • Posts: 8019
  • Thanks: 1645

Re: my brat build

12 May 2013 22:05 - 12 May 2013 22:06
#587085
Cheap, cheap.... cut down the foam w a nasty old saw & recover it w some marine grade vinyl - fabric stores typically carry it.

Or use an electric carving knife to shape it better. The Travelcade instructions say to spray the top of the foam w Super77 spray adhesive or something similar.
Last edit: 12 May 2013 22:06 by martin_csr.

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • KZ-Izzo
  • KZ-Izzo's Avatar Topic Author
  • Offline
  • User
  • Posts: 40
  • Thanks: 2

Re: my brat build

12 May 2013 22:08
#587086
yea i know how to make the seat how i want it but to actually cover it the way i want i got know clue oh to do any of that... never touched a sewing machine in my life lol
Live Fast
1980 KZ1000 b4 ltd

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • martin_csr
  • martin_csr's Avatar
  • Offline
  • User
  • Posts: 8019
  • Thanks: 1645

Re: my brat build

12 May 2013 22:28 - 12 May 2013 22:31
#587090
Cheap, cheap, you wouldn't use a sewing machine. Just cut the fabric a little larger than needed, pull it into position over the prongs to snag it & kinda tuck & fold it at the corners etc. I'm assuming your pan has the pointy prongs. Bend them out to ~45o, poke holes w an awl, then press the material onto the prongs. Bend the prongs back to the original position & cut off any excess material.

Or try to adapt a flat seat cover from a standard model.
Last edit: 12 May 2013 22:31 by martin_csr.

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • roy-b-boy-b
  • roy-b-boy-b's Avatar
  • Offline
  • User
  • Posts: 3255
  • Thanks: 103

Re: my brat build

12 May 2013 22:35
#587093
That LTD seat would sell good on eBay. Sell it and buy another.
1979 LTD Street Fighter.1977 KZ1000

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • jonarmstrong
  • jonarmstrong's Avatar
  • Offline
  • User
  • Posts: 209
  • Thanks: 13

Re: my brat build

12 May 2013 22:50
#587097
No doubt. What do you want for it?!!
82 Kz1000 gpz1100 cams dyna ignition kerker k&n

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • KZ-Izzo
  • KZ-Izzo's Avatar Topic Author
  • Offline
  • User
  • Posts: 40
  • Thanks: 2

Re: my brat build

12 May 2013 23:06
#587101
Shoot me an offer
Live Fast
1980 KZ1000 b4 ltd

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • KZ-Izzo
  • KZ-Izzo's Avatar Topic Author
  • Offline
  • User
  • Posts: 40
  • Thanks: 2

Re: my brat build

13 May 2013 01:55
#587127
Also does anyone know what i need to do to have a kickstart only? I want to compleatly delete the battery and ignition system. Only want the lights i need. A bare bike
Live Fast
1980 KZ1000 b4 ltd

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • roy-b-boy-b
  • roy-b-boy-b's Avatar
  • Offline
  • User
  • Posts: 3255
  • Thanks: 103

Re: my brat build

13 May 2013 11:08
#587147
:(
1979 LTD Street Fighter.1977 KZ1000

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • Kidkawie
  • Kidkawie's Avatar
  • Offline
  • User
  • I bleed premix
  • Posts: 1913
  • Thanks: 243

Re: my brat build

13 May 2013 12:13
#587155
KZ-Izzo wrote: I want to compleatly delete the battery and ignition system. Only want the lights i need. A bare bike

You gonna push it around?
1975 Z1 900
1994 KX250 Supermoto
2004 KX125

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

  • martin_csr
  • martin_csr's Avatar
  • Offline
  • User
  • Posts: 8019
  • Thanks: 1645

Re: my brat build

13 May 2013 12:15
#587157
He probably means that he just wants to eliminate the unnecessary electrical stuff.

Please Log in or Create an account to join the conversation.

Powered by Kunena Forum