Ventureless Posted January 27, 2014 #1 Posted January 27, 2014 My transformation to a Star Glide has begun. Not really to far other than removing the trunk. So far I have realized how easy it will be to replace the trunk fairly quick when needed. I only had to cut a few wires. Ones to the speakers and one to the led light on the trunk spoiler. Have already put quick disconnects on for when I do need the trunk. The cb and intercom wires are just tucked inside the left side speaker box as they will never get used so no need to connect them when using the trunk. So to reuse the trunk it will be a matter of 6 bolts and 6 quick disconnect wires. This weekend I will cut a plate to go over the trunk rack. I am thinking of making a hinged plate so I can get to the cb box. If I take the cb out of the box, it will be a nice place to keep registration, etc if I can make it easy to access. I will order a luggage rack of some sort to mount on the plate. I have an antenna to mount inside the fairing. So I won't have any big whip type antennas. Would have done more today, But I was working outside and it is to cold to stay out there to long.
buddy Posted January 27, 2014 #2 Posted January 27, 2014 Looks cool!!! I like it Now as for the trunk - wires tucked away with quick disconnect if I still had my bike I know where to get me a trunk since you did half the work for me already LOL
Ventureless Posted January 27, 2014 Author #5 Posted January 27, 2014 Good thing you guys can't see how rusty the bottom of that exhaust pipe is. After the transformation, I will start cleaning it up some more. New exhaust. I have some black finned cylinder covers. And whatever else I can do to clean it up.
Riderduke Posted January 27, 2014 #6 Posted January 27, 2014 . And whatever else I can do to clean it up. PAINT IT..... YOUR NOT A STEELERS FAN!!!!!!!!
Ventureless Posted January 27, 2014 Author #7 Posted January 27, 2014 PAINT IT..... YOUR NOT A STEELERS FAN!!!!!!!! If I was a good painter, it would be all black. And definitely not a Steelers fan. I can't handle being a fan of 2 crappy teams at the same time.
Ventureless Posted January 27, 2014 Author #8 Posted January 27, 2014 PAINT IT..... YOUR NOT A STEELERS FAN!!!!!!!! And oh yeah, go Peyton!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:stirthepot:
cowpuc Posted January 28, 2014 #9 Posted January 28, 2014 Gorgeous,, just plain gorgeous.... It is amazing how much different a machine can look just by removing a few parts.... GOOD ON YA!!
Ion Posted January 28, 2014 #10 Posted January 28, 2014 I really like what you are doing there! And the idea of the plate covering the box is just brilliant. On a side note, is that the corbin seat? I really like the look of it!!
Ventureless Posted January 28, 2014 Author #11 Posted January 28, 2014 Gorgeous,, just plain gorgeous.... It is amazing how much different a machine can look just by removing a few parts.... GOOD ON YA!! Just started on it today and I already love it. Can't wait until I have it done.
Ventureless Posted January 28, 2014 Author #12 Posted January 28, 2014 I really like what you are doing there! And the idea of the plate covering the box is just brilliant. On a side note, is that the corbin seat? I really like the look of it!! Yep it is the Corbin.
Riderduke Posted January 28, 2014 #13 Posted January 28, 2014 And oh yeah, go Peyton!!!!!!!!!!!!!!:stirthepot: I concur.... I always root for the team that beats us in the play-offs. Loosing to the SB Champs is better then being beaten by the loosers.
Ventureless Posted January 31, 2014 Author #14 Posted January 31, 2014 Finally got some warmer, dryer weather to work on the bike for a few minutes. Got the stock radio antenna off and installed a new rubber amplified antenna. It is on the dash behind the bottom of the windshield. I was worried about the signal, but it actually works so much better than the stock one. Hopefully I will get the plate for the rear done this weekend. Then to figure out a backrest.
etcswjoe Posted January 31, 2014 #15 Posted January 31, 2014 Finally got some warmer, dryer weather to work on the bike for a few minutes. Got the stock radio antenna off and installed a new rubber amplified antenna. It is on the dash behind the bottom of the windshield. I was worried about the signal, but it actually works so much better than the stock one. Hopefully I will get the plate for the rear done this weekend. Then to figure out a backrest. Where did you get it?
Aussie Annie Posted February 1, 2014 #16 Posted February 1, 2014 Gonna look a real nice bumble bee when ya finished
Ventureless Posted February 1, 2014 Author #17 Posted February 1, 2014 Where did you get it? Can't remember if I bought it at Auto Zone or Best Buy. One of those 2 places. Here is a pic of the label.
Guest tx2sturgis Posted February 1, 2014 #18 Posted February 1, 2014 (edited) Looking good! Try some ACF-50 on that rust. Works great on motorcycles and guns! http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/cspages/acf50.php [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=30paBTt8Oko]www.youtube.com/watch?v=30paBTt8Oko[/ame] It does attract dust, but on the underside of the pipes and frame, dust is better than rust! Its a Canadian product that seems to be un-heard of here in the States, but its used by our military and worldwide.... Edited February 1, 2014 by tx2sturgis
Ventureless Posted February 7, 2014 Author #19 Posted February 7, 2014 Ok I haven't made anymore progress, but I do have everything I need to make my quick release passenger backrest. At least I think I do but I have a question. My plan is to take a strip of 1/4 inch steel and weld a piece of solid square piece right in the middle. Then I planned on getting longer bolts and bolting the strip across the 2 bolts that hold the top of the passenger grab rails. My question is will those 2 bolts or what they go through,l carry the weight? I know the trunk is bolted with 6 bolts and is pretty sturdy with a passenger leaning back. And just to add some info about the backrest build, it will be like a trailer hitch turned up. The backrest from my trunk will be mounted to a piece of sheet metal which will be welded to a hollow steel square tube. That will then slide over the solid steel square mounted to the trunk rack. Then a pin will go through and lock the backrest on. Easy on and off just like a trailer hitch. And the piece coming up from the rack will be somewhat hidden when no backrest is on by the plate and luggage rack that will be mounted on it.
Ventureless Posted February 16, 2014 Author #20 Posted February 16, 2014 (edited) I now have a back plate cut out and most of the removable backrest ready. Everything still needs to be painted and then I will finish install. Attached are some pics of the removable backrest build. The welds aren't the best looking. I am still learning (just starting to learn). Edited February 16, 2014 by Ventureless
Ventureless Posted March 3, 2014 Author #23 Posted March 3, 2014 Looking good! Try some ACF-50 on that rust. Works great on motorcycles and guns! http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/cspages/acf50.php It does attract dust, but on the underside of the pipes and frame, dust is better than rust! Its a Canadian product that seems to be un-heard of here in the States, but its used by our military and worldwide.... To take care of the rust, I just bought the Harley exhaust from Freebird!!
Ventureless Posted March 3, 2014 Author #24 Posted March 3, 2014 Ok I have finished as much as I am going to do for now. Maybe get some ideas over the summer and do some more next winter. But hopefully after tomorrow's snow, it will be time to start riding daily again. More pics attached. Some with the backrest and some without.
Caveman Posted March 3, 2014 #25 Posted March 3, 2014 I was the skeptic when I saw the first pics, but I like it alot!
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