Those shiny covers

[SilvrT]

I'm wondering if those shiny covers found on the RSTD and/or the RSV would fit a 1st gen 1300 engine. I'm referring to things like the clutch cover, water pump, etc and how about those "fake fins" ... would they fit on a 1st gen? anyone know?

[SilvrT]

hmmmmmm... nobody knows I guess ... no responses.

[pegscraper]

I saw this yesterday, and nope, I don't. A friend of mine here had an '86 up until a couple years ago. But now I don't know anyone who has a 1st gen where I can go compare things. I'm doubting the fake engine fins will fit though. Don't you have a bunch of plastic covers in that area? All I can suggest is to go to a dealer where you can look at a new one and see what fits.

[Freebird]

I don't see how the fins would fit. At the very least it would require some drilling and tapping for the bolts but I also think it would take some machining on the heads.

 

As for the covers, I saw this question yesterday also but am not sure enough about what I THINK is the answer. I THINK the answer is no but only because I remember this being discussed long ago and thought that was the answer. I've never tried it myself.

[SilvrT]

Thanks guys for your feedback. I was just wondering about this coz if a guy came upon a trashed 2nd gen that had those covers it would be nice to swap them onto a 1st gen (if the guy so happened to have one) As for the "fake fins", that was a long shot and yes, the side covers of the bike would cover them up even if one could install them.

[pegscraper]

If you want all these 2nd gen accessories, maybe you should just get a 2nd gen.

[SilvrT]

If you want all these 2nd gen accessories, maybe you should just get a 2nd gen.

 

yes, I should, shouldn't I? .... well, since I will be winning the lottery this weekend.....