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1980 GS1000 restomod

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Not much done over the winter on the bike, but spring has sprung here so it's time to get back to work on this project. :D

NOS oil pan and gasket to replace the 40 year old leaky original:

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I haven't posted an update in a while - so here goes.


Hindle full system has been installed and it's a kick in the pants in terms of power. Much broader powerband than the previous header and a noticeable increase in torque too. Sounds/looks good as a bonus.


A MotogpWerks fender eliminator is also on the bike now too to clean up the tail section looks.


And last but not least....I sent out the bodywork to get painted today.


Here's a PS mockup of the paint:


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Not a criticism by any means just a suggestion but i would make the blue section on the tail a bit wider or split it into two sections. Just something to bring it over the rounded edge a bit. It breaks up the large white panel in the side view.
I have the same look on my bike and wish the coloured stripe was wider.

 
Not a criticism by any means just a suggestion but i would make the blue section on the tail a bit wider or split it into two sections. Just something to bring it over the rounded edge a bit. It breaks up the large white panel in the side view.
I have the same look on my bike and wish the coloured stripe was wider.


Interesting idea Steve. Have you ever Photoshopped your bike's tail to see what it would look like with wider red sections?
 
Looks good.
See your side cover and other tanks in the background. I like the idea of using a painter that is familiar with bike bodywork.
 
Tins are done!
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Now I need to wait for the paint man to ship them back....
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Tonight was the first shakedown ride after getting the bike painted and back on the road. Ran like a molested primate. Still need to weld on some brackets to attach the side panels...
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Nice!
Background scenery is okay too i guess.:)

Is the thermostat inboard enough you don't foul it with your right knee?
 
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