Battle axe -79 GL1000 cafe build

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Battle axe -79 GL1000 cafe build

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So Im selling my BMW k1200lt to fund this gl1000 cafe project. I should have done more research on the BMW as it's all plastic and can't be turned into a cafe racer. picked it up the goldwing for $750. Bonus it has new tires on it. After replacing the solenoid that was wired in backwards it fired right up. So new seat, bars, and led lights are on the way. I also replaced the turn signal diode with an led compatible one. A paint job is in the future. Instead of replacing or cutting the tabs off the turn signal tabs I'm going to mount extra driving lights. I plan on using majic tractor enamel on the frame. There only seems to be rust at the welds. At least thats the plan for now. So far I epoxy painted the headlight shell and enameled the chrome black. I'm still debating on the overall paint scheme. Maybe flat black is easiest. A little od green maybe. Any suggestions are welcome.
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Re: 79 GL1000 cafe scrambler build

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" Any suggestions are welcome."

Change both timing belts. :oldies tumb2
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Re: 79 GL1000 cafe scrambler build

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gltriker wrote:" Any suggestions are welcome."

Change both timing belts. :oldies tumb2
A big +1 on that! Check out the 'new2u' thread in the ShopTalk forum for lots of info and suggestions. There's a link in my signature...
Looks like you've got a nice solid bike to start with, and at least a direction you want to go. Have fun!
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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: 79 GL1000 cafe scrambler build

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I'm picking up new belts tonight! Got the lights working today and started epoxy painting parts that come off. I'm not sure how I want to cut the fenders. Maybe an angle grinder.
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Re: 79 GL1000 cafe scrambler build

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All the info on the threads is awesome. I'm looking at all the other stuff I should do when I change the timing belts. Wow.
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Re: 79 GL1000 cafe scrambler build

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Cut the fender down, and cleaned the flaking paint off.
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Re: 79 GL1000 cafe scrambler build

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Looks nice!
"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.
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Re: 79 GL1000 cafe scrambler build

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Finished the rear fender,. Ordered a low voltage solenoid to try and get the blinkers to blink. 3rd time is a charm. I'm not sure how much to cut down the front fender. I want to protect the radiator but make it a bit smaller? Brake lines and a new front master cylinder are on Thier way from radnakks. Is there any suggestions for a new guage cluster? Reasonably priced. It doesn't need to be stock. The guages are pretty beat up. I will poke about the forum a bit. I'm sure someone else has done it.
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Re: 79 GL1000 cafe scrambler build

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Track T 2411 wrote:Looks nice!
Thanks!
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I also have a buddy hooking me up with a pair of rear air shocks off a Harley. We shall see if they fit.
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Got it together enough for a quick ride and I ran out of gas 10 minutes from the house. Got a little to excited.
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Re: 79 GL1000 cafe scrambler build

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So I changed the timing belts, which had to be redone because I was one tooth off the first time. My headers now have a nice rainbow hue to them. Removed the rear pegs all together. The seat ships tomorrow. Changed the final drive oil. Switched out the pegs for cbr1000rr front pegs. Cut down and painted the front fender. For some reason my fuel gauge reads as one fifth full when I’ve only used 2 gallons of gas of the 5 gallons it’s supposed to hold. Is this something that can be fixed? This build is low budget as it started as a $750 non running bike. I also painted the timing covers with black epoxy paint, and the shelter half's and side covers of green. Installed randakks front master cylinder and break lines. Clubman bars with oem Honda grips.
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Re: Battle axe -79 GL1000 cafe build

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I got the cbr1000rr foot pegs to fit with minimal grinding off the mount. I don't think the brackets are original though.
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Re: Battle axe -79 GL1000 cafe build

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I painted the forks and touched up some of the spot rust on the frame. I think the forks came out pretty good for not removing them. I wire brushed them, then bare metal primer, and then high temp engine enamel. I think I'm going to start clear coating the parts I like the finish on. Has anyone found anything worked particularly well with flat paint? Flat clear coat?
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Re: Battle axe -79 GL1000 cafe build

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The cell phone holder details?
Cliff (74yrs ;) )

Keep your eyes and ears open and you'll learn something new, everyday. tumb2

New users please visit our "Shop Talk" for common tips and help: <---jdvorchak
http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/page/ST
^^^^^^^click up here^^^^^ :oldies

RE: a thorough fuel tank cleaning
"And your carbs will thank you. They no longer live down stream from a sewage plant." -gregforesi tumb2
"Can't see the paint when your looking thru the handlebars..........." -Oldewing ;)
"I'd rather Ride than Shine" -RAT tumb2 Me Too!!

Cliff

'75 GL1000 home built trike; http://www.ngwclub.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=30&t=39996
October,2017 BOTM :shock: 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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