Build Thread: Another VLX600 Bobber

[Twepterzod]

That hardtail looks like it came out great.

I really like how nice it you were able to clean it up.

[huviduc24]

Thanks Guys, i appreciate the feedback. Tank fab itself is actually finished and came out looking great. Due to where we mounted the bottom plate there was some (expected) warping so we pounded everything out pretty straight and im taking my first stab at body filler to smooth everything out. I will post some detailed pictures as soon as I get a coat of primer on it.

[huviduc24]

Finally got it primered and testing to ensure it doesnt leak. Had it out for a ride yesterday. also shortened the fuel sight to make it staight. let me know what you guys think

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[Afterburner]

Looks good ,only you could have relocated the fuel filler cap more forward!

[huviduc24]

thanks, I just left it in the stock location. I thought about doing something with it but decided against it.

[Frost]

Really really nice!

did you plan to hide the rear light cables?

[huviduc24]

Really really nice!

did you plan to hide the rear light cables?

Thanks man. I would love to but not really sure how I can? They don't really bother me but it would be cleaner without them for sure.

[sdustin]

Looks awesome. Good job on the tank. Only thing I would have done differently is de tab the frame. Cut off all those mounts and tabs that aren't going to be used any more.

[huviduc24]

Looks awesome. Good job on the tank. Only thing I would have done differently is de tab the frame. Cut off all those mounts and tabs that aren't going to be used any more.

Thanks man, i really appreciate it! I do actually plan to do this at some point. The frame was repainted with a spray can so I can clean up the frame and respray whenever. I always have big plans then life gets in the way so I sprayed it so it didnt rust all to hell. I may go back and do that when i finish painting the tank one of these weekends

[huviduc24]

Finally painted the tank. Used rattle can paint from a local automotive paint supply store. My first attempt at a real paint job. The clear has a hardener in it so it should hopefully hold up to gas spills. Dont know shit about painting, the entire thing had a terrible orange peel once it cured, was super smooth when first painted. Had to wet sand and polish the shit out of it by hand

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If anyone knows where I can buy some rear wheel covers (like moon eyes) for the vlx (used or new) please let me know

[huviduc24]

Removed speedometer and re-wired the front to clean it up. May get a mini speedo to mount below left side of the tank

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[CrackityJones]

You dont happen to recall the ID of the frame tubes, do you? I've been searching, and I cannot seem to find it anywhere.

[huviduc24]

I don't recall but I do remember finding the info prior to cutting into it. Check TJ brutal's site for info maybe.

[huviduc24]

had some Moon discs custom made

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[huviduc24]

new headlight.....went with an old school aris style headlight.

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