Get the L out!

[madbikebreaker]

Seriously looking at a 1979 1000L for a mild and I do mean mild custom build. Can anyone tell me if the frame is different from the E model? I want to make it look less like a cruiser and more like a cafe, tracker, drag bike etc. Is this a waste of time?

Dave

[boingk]

The 'L' models have a different frame, yes, and also generally a smaller tank and pullback bars.

I'd start with the regular E model instead.

- boingk

[78gs750e]

From what I have seen comparing them side by side the major difference between a 79 L and reg 1000 and e is the way the seat attaches and latches. The mounts for the front of the tank are different but there are holes where the post would be for the front rubber mounts go on the reg 1000 and e. The other major difference is the front forks, so it comes down to how much work are you willing to do and how many parts are you willing to change.

[tkent02]

If you are going to cut it up and customize it anyway, please start with an L model.
They like that.

[Tamara]

If you are going to cut it up and customize it anyway, please start with an L model.
They like that.

My L resents anyone even thinking that .

[tkent02]

My L resents anyone even thinking that .

Sawzalls are cheap at HF, go for it!!

[Tamara]

Sawzalls are cheap at HF, go for it!!

No way. I love my bike just the way it is and we've had 29 years together so far .

[slayer61]

If you are going to cut it up and customize it anyway, please start with an L model.
They like that.

[tkent02]

No way. I love my bike just the way it is and we've had 29 years together so far .

How about just a little hacksaw love?

[tkent02]

Not even a tiny hammer?

[Guest]

l's do in fact love to be cut up. Well known fact.

[Tamara]

How about just a little hacksaw love?

My bike is shuddering in terror at the thought

[Tamara]

Not even a tiny hammer?

I did use a tiny hammer when I took the cover off to adjust the valves.

[Crage]

I hit my L with a rubber mallet all the time!

[eil]

New handlebars will take most of the L out. The rear fender and seat will help, which you'll do anyway for a cafe mod.