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killerbee

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Hi
I want to modify a little my k100rs but without cutting frame ,so some day ot can be turned back to stock look . Please post pictures and ideas of seats and tails if you have . Thanks in advance

    

jbt

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killerbee wrote:Hi
I want to modify a little my k100rs but without cutting frame ,so some day ot can be turned back to stock look . Please post pictures and ideas of seats and tails if you have . Thanks in advance
You can't.
It's as simple as that, the design of the frame is as far as possible as what you're planning to get.
That explains why 99% of the K transformations are so ugly, unbalanced and disharmonic to watch.
The few that are watchable had a real transformation, including a new frame design.

    

killerbee

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Original frame cafe racer or brat design picture wanted. Cafemo10

    

killerbee

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This is nearest i want to complete without the exhaust

    

jbt

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But on that pic the frame was shortened and the rear loop is modified...
And the space between the seat and the frame tube is what I consider hideous.

    

killerbee

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I know but that is what i have from internet that is why i ask here if there ia better solution or just leave stock rear end

    

Dai

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I'd leave the stock rear end. It's far less hassle if you decide to go back to standard.


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1983 K100 naked upgraded to K100LT spec after spending time as an RS and an RT
1987 K100RT
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Dai

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jbt wrote: The few that are watchable had a real transformation, including a new frame design.
I'm going to go off-topic here but: why do ALL of the custom builders still use the standard tank? What's wrong with using an external pump and filter like Moto Guzzi do?


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1983 K100 naked upgraded to K100LT spec after spending time as an RS and an RT
1987 K100RT
Others...
1978 Moto Guzzi 850-T3, 1979 Moto Guzzi 850-T3 California,1993 Moto Guzzi 1100ie California
2020 Royal Enfield Bullet 500
    

killerbee

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I think that the tank is quite nice

    

jbt

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Dai wrote:
jbt wrote: The few that are watchable had a real transformation, including a new frame design.
I'm going to go off-topic here but: why do ALL of the custom builders still use the standard tank? What's wrong with using an external pump and filter like Moto Guzzi do?
Not custom builders. Poorly skilled copycats.

    

MartinW

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One of the nicest aftermarket tail units, produced by Motoco in Japan. They are no longer available new but occasionally crop up second hand.
Regards Martin.

Original frame cafe racer or brat design picture wanted. K100_m10

    

robmack

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Dai wrote:I'm going to go off-topic here but: why do ALL of the custom builders still use the standard tank? What's wrong with using an external pump and filter like Moto Guzzi do?
I've seen a K with a Slash 5 tank. Very cool looking. I think it uses an external pump and filter.


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Laitch

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robmack wrote:
Dai wrote:I'm going to go off-topic here but: why do ALL of the custom builders still use the standard tank? What's wrong with using an external pump and filter like Moto Guzzi do?
I've seen a K with a Slash 5 tank.  Very cool looking.  I think it uses an external pump and filter.
Larry Romestant's café racer.

Original frame cafe racer or brat design picture wanted. Specia10


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killerbee

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Original frame cafe racer or brat design picture wanted. Moto-m10

    

jbt

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cheers This is probably the best idea I've ever seen on a K to correct visually the line!
Cheap & neat.

    

killerbee

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Yes I like it and will try .

    

Two Wheels Better

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I reckon this one came out alright. The seat pan follows the frame's contours, it's a well-padded perch and the overall look of the machine is reasonable, perhaps a bit understated, which suits me. It's an easy-to-ride motorbike that's not garish or too 'in yer face'. I made no real effort to minimise the tank profile where typically the radiator shrouds would sit.
Original frame cafe racer or brat design picture wanted. 20171010
It goes like stink, too.


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timo27

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Original frame cafe racer or brat design picture wanted. 21122610_10214061630680246_1865548414130729010_o

    

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