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)'82 GL1100 Custom Cruiser Build
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Chainman
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Re: '82 GL1100 Custom Cruiser Build
I agree! More pics/ details, please!
"I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious." - Albert Einstein
"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!
New2U Bike? Read Me.
"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!
New2U Bike? Read Me.
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MikeG1223
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Re: '82 GL1100 Custom Cruiser Build
okeedoke! here's some progress pics...
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- mounting the shocks
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- jamming all the gadgets under the tanks lol
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- had to cut away some of the tanks, but I still have over 3 gallons capacity.
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- re-using the foot pads for new "forward" controls
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kerryb
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Re: '82 GL1100 Custom Cruiser Build
This is a very exciting build! And yes, you have some serious fab skills. Very creative placement of components to hide them too. The gauges set in the tanks is a nice touch. I would like to request a pic showing how you dealt with the crosstube below the head tube, that's the one aspect of the lowering process I'm still trying to wrap my brain around how that is moved back into place.
intrigued by the wail...seduced by the scream.
'78 cb750K, '83 GL1100s,I,&A,'08FXSTC, '79 WilMac trike
'78 cb750K, '83 GL1100s,I,&A,'08FXSTC, '79 WilMac trike
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MikeG1223
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Re: '82 GL1100 Custom Cruiser Build
hey, sorry, I just saw your post... So probably the best thing to do is to check out "ol' sparky" by hott... It's on here and he did a great job describing his process. I had my computer open to those pictures the entire time I was cutting that frame. It was a bit nerve wrackingkerryb wrote: ↑Tue Jul 27, 2021 5:50 pm This is a very exciting build! And yes, you have some serious fab skills. Very creative placement of components to hide them too. The gauges set in the tanks is a nice touch. I would like to request a pic showing how you dealt with the crosstube below the head tube, that's the one aspect of the lowering process I'm still trying to wrap my brain around how that is moved back into place.
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MikeG1223
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Re: '82 GL1100 Custom Cruiser Build
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Chainman
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Re: '82 GL1100 Custom Cruiser Build
Yummmmmeeeeeee!
"I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious." - Albert Einstein
"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!
New2U Bike? Read Me.
"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!
New2U Bike? Read Me.
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kerryb
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Re: '82 GL1100 Custom Cruiser Build
You've done a fine job finishing, great bike! I have studied Hott's work for hours, guess I'll have to start cutting and bending to see how the final piece actuallly fits. It's all part of the adventure.
intrigued by the wail...seduced by the scream.
'78 cb750K, '83 GL1100s,I,&A,'08FXSTC, '79 WilMac trike
'78 cb750K, '83 GL1100s,I,&A,'08FXSTC, '79 WilMac trike
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MikeG1223
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Re: '82 GL1100 Custom Cruiser Build
yes, I spent many hours on his posts! Had it open on the computer the day I did the frame cutting, scary
It worked exactly as he showed. Glad I did it !
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5speed
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Re: '82 GL1100 Custom Cruiser Build
that is a bad ass looking build.
1982 1100 standard.
1986 Yamaha FJ1200
2000 Yamaha Roadstar
1976 GoldWing. running but not on the road
1978 Goldwing. future cafe project.
2019 Can-Am ryker (boss's new ride)
2002 Shadow American Classic(sold)
1983 Shadow 500. (sold)
1986 Yamaha FJ1200
2000 Yamaha Roadstar
1976 GoldWing. running but not on the road
1978 Goldwing. future cafe project.
2019 Can-Am ryker (boss's new ride)
2002 Shadow American Classic(sold)
1983 Shadow 500. (sold)
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MikeG1223
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sparkyrasmus
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Re: '82 GL1100 Custom Cruiser Build
Ain't it fun! Great work.
Goldwings don't accelerate, they gain inertia.
1978 GL1000 - almost stock - needs a head replaced, parts are ready to install!
1979 GL1000 - Winter project/parts bike - custom "Busted"
1983 GL1100 Standard- raised from the dead and back to organ donor status
And the newest acquisition, 1979 XS 650F to be a sidecar tug.
1978 GL1000 - almost stock - needs a head replaced, parts are ready to install!
1979 GL1000 - Winter project/parts bike - custom "Busted"
1983 GL1100 Standard- raised from the dead and back to organ donor status
And the newest acquisition, 1979 XS 650F to be a sidecar tug.
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Wargoat
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Re: '82 GL1100 Custom Cruiser Build
Nice work!
This may be a stupid question, but what kind of shocks do you have on the back?
This may be a stupid question, but what kind of shocks do you have on the back?
2007 GL1800
1984 GL1200 Interstate
1984 GL1200 Interstate
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Re: '82 GL1100 Custom Cruiser Build
Congratulations for receiving March, 2022 BOTM acclaim! 
Cliff
Keep your eyes and ears open and you'll learn something new, everyday.
New users please visit our "Shop Talk" for common tips and help: <---jdvorchak
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RE: a thorough fuel tank cleaning
"And your carbs will thank you. They no longer live down stream from a sewage plant." -gregforesi
"Can't see the paint when your looking thru the handlebars..........." -Oldewing
"I'd rather Ride than Shine" -RAT Me Too!!
Cliff
'75 GL1000 home built trike; http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=39996
October,2017 BOTM
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previous rides:
1953 H-D Servi-car, naked, 1969-1978 (serial#53G1559 committed to memory!)
1980 CB900 Custom (triked) 1997-2003 .... R.I.P.
Keep your eyes and ears open and you'll learn something new, everyday.
New users please visit our "Shop Talk" for common tips and help: <---jdvorchak
http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/page/ST
^^^^^^^click up here^^^^^
RE: a thorough fuel tank cleaning
"And your carbs will thank you. They no longer live down stream from a sewage plant." -gregforesi
"Can't see the paint when your looking thru the handlebars..........." -Oldewing
"I'd rather Ride than Shine" -RAT
Me Too!!Cliff
'75 GL1000 home built trike; http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=39996
October,2017 BOTM
https://nakedgoldwingsclub.com/forum/page/Welcome previous rides:
1953 H-D Servi-car, naked, 1969-1978 (serial#53G1559 committed to memory!)
1980 CB900 Custom (triked) 1997-2003 .... R.I.P.
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