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Re: VTR Streetfighter DIY route
Posted: Fri Jan 27, 2017 12:55 pm
by antman85
Can't wait to see where you are going with this bike
Re: VTR Streetfighter DIY route
Posted: Wed Feb 22, 2017 3:24 pm
by Nelaimesiu
Got my frame and swingarm back powdercoated:
Started to assemble:
Red MCCT's look trick

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Also had fun in the forests and on frozen lakes:
Screwed up the swingarm needle bearing, two days until I get a new one.
Re: VTR Streetfighter DIY route
Posted: Sat Feb 25, 2017 9:01 am
by Nelaimesiu
Got an identical swingarm needle bearing for 13eur and 2 days wait. Treated the bike to new filters and oil. Made two new little filter bits that go in the airbox for the carb diaphragms.
Little by little, the bike's coming together:
I already see parts to make a second batch of powdercoating like front and rear sets, rear brake caliper holder and etc. If the winter continues, I'll do them before riding; if spring comes early, might have to do them later

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Had the broken F.R.peg welded, but came out horribly warped. I asked them to re-do the job, but I'll have to source a replacement before powdercoating them anyway, this is just so I can ride.
Re: VTR Streetfighter DIY route
Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2017 7:05 am
by Nelaimesiu
Made a quick mock up just to see how it looks with the black frame and swingarm - I'm very happy!
Is it OK to powdercoat the rear suspension spring, does the paint hold?

Re: VTR Streetfighter DIY route
Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2017 8:20 am
by AMCQ46
Powdercoat will be fine, that's what's standard on a lot of springs.... Just make sure they don't go too thick
Re: VTR Streetfighter DIY route
Posted: Sun Feb 26, 2017 2:05 pm
by sirch345
You're getting there
Chris.