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Message started by serowbot on 08/20/06 at 13:42:07

Title: bobbed beltguard
Post by serowbot on 08/20/06 at 13:42:07

Never liked the way the guard curved at the end, so I cut it off.
First time trying to embed pic's, hope this works!
http://w1.bikepics.com/pics/2006%5C08%5C20%5Cbikepics-660874-full.jpg
http://w1.bikepics.com/pics/2006%5C08%5C20%5Cbikepics-660880-full.jpg
http://w1.bikepics.com/pics/2006%5C08%5C20%5Cbikepics-660884-full.jpg

Title: Re: bobbed beltguard
Post by serowbot on 08/20/06 at 13:45:54

Anybody know why these pic's are so fuzzy? Original size was 120k, posting size came out 5k.

Title: Re: bobbed beltguard
Post by 911radioman on 08/20/06 at 15:46:49

The pics are probably fuzzy because their original resolution was smaller than what you've tried to make them here.

I use a little plug-in from Microsoft that lets me right click on the pic I want and it will resize it. I usually resize mine down to a "medium" setting, 800x600 screen rated and it works real well for posting on these message boards.

Oh, I like the bobbed belt guard. I'm not much on bobbed bikes, but I do like the belt guard! 8)

Title: Re: bobbed beltguard
Post by serowbot on 08/20/06 at 16:21:10

Fixed it! I was posting the thumbnail address. Duh...

Title: Re: bobbed beltguard
Post by 911radioman on 08/20/06 at 16:26:46

What did you use to cut the guard down?

Title: Re: bobbed beltguard
Post by serowbot on 08/20/06 at 16:44:07

Hacksaw, then a bench grinder and wire wheel to smooth it. I put a touch of flat black paint on the edge to prevent rust. Took less than an hour total, and it's easier to install now without the big curve on the end.

Title: Re: bobbed beltguard
Post by lancer on 08/20/06 at 17:26:04

I like it! ;)

Title: Re: bobbed beltguard
Post by enophile on 08/20/06 at 17:30:11

I really like it. It is something I wouldn't have thought of doing and I'm glad you included the pics.

Title: Re: bobbed beltguard
Post by Paladin on 08/20/06 at 17:53:15

Yours looks so good I had to go check on stock. You are 100% correct on this. It looks right, the stock guard looks like it belongs on a Kawasaki Drifter.

Title: Re: bobbed beltguard
Post by steelwolf on 08/20/06 at 19:45:56

Heck of a job there serowbot. Really cleaned up the end of that atrocious (spelling?) chrome mammoth. Still too much of it there for me but it looks really good. Now that you know you can do a fine job cutting and grinding, it's time to start on that fender. ;D

Title: Re: bobbed beltguard
Post by vroom1776 on 08/21/06 at 08:57:59

nice work!

Title: Re: bobbed beltguard
Post by PA KID on 08/21/06 at 15:58:51

Hope you won't mind if some of us copy.I LIKE IT ;D

Title: Re: bobbed beltguard
Post by serowbot on 08/21/06 at 18:02:16

Wan'na copy it? I'm honored. Feel free!
I measured the piece I cut off at 4 1/8" if that is of any help to you all. You can see it on the ground in the third picture.
Have fun!

Title: Re: bobbed beltguard
Post by Brewbrother on 08/21/06 at 18:12:19

I like that, I'll try it when I'm able.

Title: Re: bobbed beltguard
Post by Brewbrother on 08/21/06 at 18:17:09

nice work. I'm considering this. When will you get new tires??

Title: Re: bobbed beltguard
Post by serowbot on 08/21/06 at 18:33:03

Ohh... You noticed the tires did you.
I'm considering Dunlop 555's, maybe going to a 90 profile for a lower cruise rpm.
What do you recommend? Keep in mind I'm poor/cheap.