New bobber project with progress pics - Page 3

Strelok · 06-25-2011, 05:47 AM

wee228~

I don't consider Mods to be just about chopping/removing parts.
Mods are Modifications to make something where it does not look
stock or like the retail version. If someone can only afford to "bolt"
on a Windshield or Saddlebags you shouldn't dis on them just because
it's not to your approval. Everyone has different tastes so whatever is done
and it makes the GZ look non-stock is a "Mod". Personally everytime I see one
of these Bobbers/Choppers with removed or tiny fenders the first thing that comes
to my mind is how miserable they must be riding in the rain. But of course that's just me.

:tongue:

alantf · 06-25-2011, 11:48 AM

And of course, over here we're not allowed to bob our bikes. For the 2 yearly examination they must be stock, and conform to the "fischa tecnica" (specification card) issued with the bike as new. They'll allow engine guards, bags/boxes & windshields, but that's just about it. If the bike has been altered in any way, it's an automatic fail, & the bike's off the road until it's put back to its original state, with receipts to show that the parts are genuine makers' parts, and a mechanic's receipt to show that it's been done professionally. They really are that strict about vehicles in Spain. I read in the newspaper that a guy took his car to the test centre. He'd fitted a hood with an airscoop, & a better looking steering wheel. The car was failed until he either replaced them with original manufacturers' parts, or produced a document from an authorised mechanic (one certified to issue fischa tecnicas) changing the fisch tecnica. (a mammoth task to get that done, as the nearest certified mechanic is on one of the other islands). If we even fit a tow bar we have to get a certificate of authenticity, as the towbar increases the vehicle's length (by a few inches) then try to get a new fischa tecnica issued. If we're stopped by the police, this is just one of the documents we have to produce at the roadside, to show that the vehicle is EXACTLY as specified.

wpbfrider_11 · 06-27-2011, 11:41 PM

that looks awesome that is almost the same way im doing mine but i had some jitters about lowering it thaT far. do you know if there is any interferance with the chain and the swingarm and how does it ride now is it comfortable and the foot controls did you have to move them since the riding position is different now.

jamewatson · 06-29-2011, 03:57 AM

Hey donuseph12, you have done a great work, really that the stuff is looking very nice, I appreciate your work and project, I like it very much, thanks for sharing a beautiful pics of your project.

ratrod · 10-01-2011, 09:01 PM

Love the bike

Water Warrior 2 · 10-01-2011, 11:24 PM

I don't often comment on a bobbed or modded bike bike but that's just me. My bike is farkled the way I want it and enjoy it. As for anyone not liking a certain bobbed or modded bike I say go for it and show us how. Only the rider/owner is going to really enjoy the bike so it might as well be to their desires that the changes are made. We also learn by doing, if we do something wrong or not very well we will do it better or differently next time. That is bobbing or modding. Exploring with our imaginations and saying "What If ?"

06-25-2011, 05:47 AM	#21
Strelok Senior Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: Texas Posts: 143	Re: New bobber project with progress pics wee228~ I don't consider Mods to be just about chopping/removing parts. Mods are Modifications to make something where it does not look stock or like the retail version. If someone can only afford to "bolt" on a Windshield or Saddlebags you shouldn't dis on them just because it's not to your approval. Everyone has different tastes so whatever is done and it makes the GZ look non-stock is a "Mod". Personally everytime I see one of these Bobbers/Choppers with removed or tiny fenders the first thing that comes to my mind is how miserable they must be riding in the rain. But of course that's just me. :tongue: Login or Register to Remove Ads
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06-25-2011, 11:48 AM	#22
alantf Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Tenerife (Spain) Posts: 3,715	Re: New bobber project with progress pics And of course, over here we're not allowed to bob our bikes. For the 2 yearly examination they must be stock, and conform to the "fischa tecnica" (specification card) issued with the bike as new. They'll allow engine guards, bags/boxes & windshields, but that's just about it. If the bike has been altered in any way, it's an automatic fail, & the bike's off the road until it's put back to its original state, with receipts to show that the parts are genuine makers' parts, and a mechanic's receipt to show that it's been done professionally. They really are that strict about vehicles in Spain. I read in the newspaper that a guy took his car to the test centre. He'd fitted a hood with an airscoop, & a better looking steering wheel. The car was failed until he either replaced them with original manufacturers' parts, or produced a document from an authorised mechanic (one certified to issue fischa tecnicas) changing the fisch tecnica. (a mammoth task to get that done, as the nearest certified mechanic is on one of the other islands). If we even fit a tow bar we have to get a certificate of authenticity, as the towbar increases the vehicle's length (by a few inches) then try to get a new fischa tecnica issued. If we're stopped by the police, this is just one of the documents we have to produce at the roadside, to show that the vehicle is EXACTLY as specified. __________________ By birth an Englishman, by the grace of God a Yorkshireman.
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06-27-2011, 11:41 PM	#23
wpbfrider_11 Junior Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: west palm beach, FL Posts: 6	Re: New bobber project with progress pics that looks awesome that is almost the same way im doing mine but i had some jitters about lowering it thaT far. do you know if there is any interferance with the chain and the swingarm and how does it ride now is it comfortable and the foot controls did you have to move them since the riding position is different now. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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06-29-2011, 03:57 AM	#24
jamewatson Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: United State Posts: 8	Re: New bobber project with progress pics Hey donuseph12, you have done a great work, really that the stuff is looking very nice, I appreciate your work and project, I like it very much, thanks for sharing a beautiful pics of your project. __________________ Motorcycle Accessories
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10-01-2011, 09:01 PM	#25
ratrod Junior Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Baltimore Md. Posts: 12	Re: New bobber project with progress pics Love the bike Login or Register to Remove Ads
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10-01-2011, 11:24 PM	#26
Water Warrior 2 Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Squamish B.C Canada Posts: 11,409	Re: New bobber project with progress pics I don't often comment on a bobbed or modded bike bike but that's just me. My bike is farkled the way I want it and enjoy it. As for anyone not liking a certain bobbed or modded bike I say go for it and show us how. Only the rider/owner is going to really enjoy the bike so it might as well be to their desires that the changes are made. We also learn by doing, if we do something wrong or not very well we will do it better or differently next time. That is bobbing or modding. Exploring with our imaginations and saying "What If ?"
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