1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.
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Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.
Looks sharp.
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And a slightly worse for the wear BMW GS adventure bike awaiting repair
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83 XL 600r with a 2004 XR650L engine
And a slightly worse for the wear BMW GS adventure bike awaiting repair
83 GL in process
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Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.
Elegant way to split the front brakes, and not have linked brakes.
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1985 GL1200 Limited Edition
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1985 GL1200 Limited Edition
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Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.
A lot of folks have presented "builds" here and elsewhere. Sometimes these builds aren't really "builds" at all, but rather a compilation and reassembly of off the shelf or re-purposed bits. Many of these "builds" turn out really nice.
But, once in a while, we're treated to a ring-side seat to a real "build". This one, sir, categorically qualifies as a top-tier effort. Nothing too radical that will detract from the original utility of the machine, but solid, tasteful modifications. Fun to watch craftsmanship at work. I'm also getting anxious to see how it turns out.
And, man, is that puppy red or what? Get ready to draw a crowd. (Surely, you'll run it for a while before it goes).
Great "build"!
But, once in a while, we're treated to a ring-side seat to a real "build". This one, sir, categorically qualifies as a top-tier effort. Nothing too radical that will detract from the original utility of the machine, but solid, tasteful modifications. Fun to watch craftsmanship at work. I'm also getting anxious to see how it turns out.
And, man, is that puppy red or what? Get ready to draw a crowd. (Surely, you'll run it for a while before it goes).
Great "build"!
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Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.
Thanks for the comments! especially desertrefugee !
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Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.
Was going to wait, because the "tank" isn't quite finished yet but it looks (to Me) just so good!
This has Basecoat, Tinted Clearcoat, Clearcoat, the decal, more clearcoat...
This has Basecoat, Tinted Clearcoat, Clearcoat, the decal, more clearcoat...
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Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.
Beautiful work. I can tell this isn't the first bike you have painted!
Bikes at present:
83 XL 600r with a 2004 XR650L engine
And a slightly worse for the wear BMW GS adventure bike awaiting repair
83 GL in process
83 XL 600r with a 2004 XR650L engine
And a slightly worse for the wear BMW GS adventure bike awaiting repair
83 GL in process
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Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.
What are the chances we'd have two red monsters going together at the same time?
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Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.
I was thinking the same thing. Kinda weird.desertrefugee wrote:What are the chances we'd have two red monsters going together at the same time?
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Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.
Nice work and thanks for sharing.
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77 WING, 1200 engine with 77 heads, cams, gl1100 foot pegs, Magna V65 front end, 764A carbs, [-gone Suzuki M109 monoshock--, replaced with gl1100 shocks] gl 1200 swing arm, gl1500 final drive, wheel and rear brakes Valkyrie seat, Meanstreak tank, Sportster pipes, Power Arc ignition off crank.
77 Wing. black
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77 WING, 1200 engine with 77 heads, cams, gl1100 foot pegs, Magna V65 front end, 764A carbs, [-gone Suzuki M109 monoshock--, replaced with gl1100 shocks] gl 1200 swing arm, gl1500 final drive, wheel and rear brakes Valkyrie seat, Meanstreak tank, Sportster pipes, Power Arc ignition off crank.
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83 Wing, in pieces
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Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.
Looking VERY nice! I wish I had some skill at painting...
I'm curious about the steering stabilizer. I've read a few accounts of the 1200 being a little 'cumbersome' at slower speeds, especially with lower bars. I see your other wing has one, do you find it an improvement?
I'm curious about the steering stabilizer. I've read a few accounts of the 1200 being a little 'cumbersome' at slower speeds, especially with lower bars. I see your other wing has one, do you find it an improvement?
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"He that is good with a hammer tends to think everything is a nail" - Abraham Maslow
"If you can't take the time to do it right the first time, how are you ever going to find the time to do it over?" -Unknown
Current Rides:
'Grumpy' - '81 Standard, now fully dressed.
'Layla' - '81 Standard w/dealer installed fairing and Hondaline bags.
'Scarlett' '76 'Survivor' nekkid as a j-bird!
Under Construction:
The 'Jalopy' '78-'79 Mash-up
'Quikie' '81 gl1100I back on the lift, project with the step-son!
In The Shed:
'81 gl1100I barn find aka "Josie, the farmer's daughter." (almost comatose build)
'77 gl1000, roller parts bike.
'82 gl1100I, 'Old Crusty' titled roller parts bike (free!)
'82 gl1100I, My first 'Wing, and an expensive lesson!
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Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.
That's the way it works, this time last year I was doing a dark green bike and another poster was also doing one. My luck to be out classed both times!desertrefugee wrote:What are the chances we'd have two red monsters going together at the same time?
Bikes at present:
83 XL 600r with a 2004 XR650L engine
And a slightly worse for the wear BMW GS adventure bike awaiting repair
83 GL in process
83 XL 600r with a 2004 XR650L engine
And a slightly worse for the wear BMW GS adventure bike awaiting repair
83 GL in process
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Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.
I have no problems at lower speeds, however it really does help at those times when one gets rather aggressive!Track T 2411 wrote:Looking VERY nice! I wish I had some skill at painting...
I'm curious about the steering stabilizer. I've read a few accounts of the 1200 being a little 'cumbersome' at slower speeds, especially with lower bars. I see your other wing has one, do you find it an improvement?
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Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.
Just a couple of additions...
I'm sure everyone knows that if you remove the little insert from the rear master cylinder brake line bore, it is already threaded for a banjo fitting - just the fine thread one, you can run stainless hoses.
removed the front air hose fittings and lines, threaded the holes for 1/8"NPT-27 and plugged them.
Bracket for the radiator overflow tank.
I'm sure everyone knows that if you remove the little insert from the rear master cylinder brake line bore, it is already threaded for a banjo fitting - just the fine thread one, you can run stainless hoses.
removed the front air hose fittings and lines, threaded the holes for 1/8"NPT-27 and plugged them.
Bracket for the radiator overflow tank.
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Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.
Rear Caliper and SS hose...
Drilled the Caliper bracket in case I decide to add a speedometer later.
Cut the radiator neck, so I could rotate it 180 degrees.
Drilled the Caliper bracket in case I decide to add a speedometer later.
Cut the radiator neck, so I could rotate it 180 degrees.
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Re: 1985 GL1200 Limited, time for a new project.
Sigh...
Alas, the Pittsburgh temperatures have taken a fall from the 50's to the 30's.
I have not got around to getting the last three sheets of plywood up on the ceiling so
no furnace for me again this year. So... now have to wait for warmer weather. I HATE THAT.
Every year around now I kick myself for not getting the garage finished, but when the warm weather
comes round, I seem to forget all about it. So close but so far...
Alas, the Pittsburgh temperatures have taken a fall from the 50's to the 30's.
I have not got around to getting the last three sheets of plywood up on the ceiling so
no furnace for me again this year. So... now have to wait for warmer weather. I HATE THAT.
Every year around now I kick myself for not getting the garage finished, but when the warm weather
comes round, I seem to forget all about it. So close but so far...
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Don't take life seriously,
You will never get out alive!
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Don't take life seriously,
You will never get out alive!
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