Looking at doin the same buddy of mine needs his just gone so I laid him litter next to nothing to pick it up and bring it home now I wanna. See it my next budget build. It I need to finish my Yamaha Vision 550 first.
I agree more capacity would be nice. I like the narrowness of the tank. Not saying wider would not be awesome too, I just love the proportions of that tiny tank on that big ass bike. Weber's would be more than nice! They just don't fit with the budget for that bike. I am keeping the cost under $2500 including the original bike cost. Weber's would ultimately put me above that in the end. Thanks for commenting and for watching! More is on the way.
Thanks Matt. I got some help with the intro and outro and I am pretty happy with it! Things are moving forward a good pace. Just need to finish the bike now. How is Italy treating you?
Hey Buddy, Great to hear from you! I left that den of thieves where we worked together. Life is better already! I hope things are going your way too. Going to Cars and Coffee in Hinesville Saturday, if you are around stop by.
Best of luck on your project. An old friend once told me the best way to finish a project is to get started! If I can help in any way just ask. Okay? I am having a ton of fun with mine and I think the results show that. It does not take a ton of money, just some skill and determination.
Thanks for the feedback! I looked at racing bikes from the period. I think the VFR1000 was the look I went for. I put down 2" masking tape on the fender then started drawing with a sharpie. Once I was happy with the shape, I cut with an air powered hacksaw. A band saw or hand saw will work too. Then a 3" grinder to clean up the cut. If your plastic edges end up sort of fuzzy? You can use a small flame like a lighter to remove the fuzz. Just be careful not to melt the new fender. Good luck! I am headed out to the Garage today to get this one closer to being finished. Eyeball it!
Awesome build!! I'm doing something a bit less extreme with my85 and I wonder what you did with the air suspension as I see that you kept the OEM shocks and fork?
My thoughts are that the stock suspension rides like a Cadillac, so I left that part alone. Great question! My nephew is the owner now. Been waiting for him to finish his time in the Army to get back to work on it. He might want to do some inverted forks in the future. Or something way cooler than stock. We will let him decide that. My original goal was to complete this thing with under 1500 bucks just to show people it does not cost a fortune to ride something a little different. We still have a lot to do, but it is still under that number. Best of luck with yours! Share some pictures too, would love to see it!
@@DeMilo2002 You get me, these bikes sells for dirt cheap and it's a great way to let you imagination loose without much remorse!! I'll share pictures as soon as I get it back together for sure! Keep wrenching!
What gas tank did you use to replace the original one that was inside the frame. And what size was it. Working on a 1985 Honda goldwing aspencade 1200.
I really don't know. I got it off of ebay, advertised as possibly an old Ducati tank. I think it is an old bulltaco dirt bike tank from the seventies or even sixties. I just saw it, liked it and paid the $45.00. I would like to see yours also. We started with the same bike. I would like to see what direction you take it. Thanks for the question, Happy Halloween too.
@@DeMilo2002 Thank you for the information. This is my first ever motorcycle build and I am building it with the help of my grandfather slowly but surely thinking out every detail.
@@michaelfreeman9608 That's awesome! I got to build a VW Beetle with my father( a very talented man) and learned a tremendous amount. Patience is something I got from him that really helps with these projects. Patience first then persistence. Good luck and keep in touch, I want to see what you guys come up with.
I actually had to weld a couple of bolts on the bottom of the tank. Then added brackets to the frame to catch those bolts. Not recommended unless that tank has been completely cleaned out with soapy water several times. Welding on a gas tank is a bad idea unless you have lots of experience or are willing to put in the work to get it fume free first. Hope that helps and good luck with your project!
Still deciding on carburation, then we will run what ever works with the carb or carbs we put on. I like the single cone type filters. If the original carbs do go on it for awhile that is what we will use. I made a bracket as a pivot point to mount the stock linkage. It is a sort of z shaped bracket that bolts to the block itself. So if you mock it all up with carbs and linkage, at the linkage pivot point look down and you should see a bolt to mount a bracket. My nephew and I hope to finish it together. He is doing his duty in the army right now so that one is sort of on hold. Hope not much longer on the bike though. it is close. Thank you for asking and for taking the time to watch!
I am going to do a video on that this weekend. Several people have asked about that. That tire is the stock one that came on it, when I got it. I will give you all the tire sizes this weekend as it is dark out right now and can't see. I will show you guys the sizes and how much clearance there is. Sorry, but you will have a better answer this weekend. Thank you for the question and for watching!
Great question! In the quest to get more things done, the easier route is usually the best route. With that being said, the older the better. The earlier you go the simpler the bike is in design. So for me, the simpler it is the more likely it gets finished. Just find one that runs well and rides well. If you are not well versed in things on the bike, just take your time and do little things first to gain some confidence in your ability. Removing the carburetor airbox on any of the Goldwings is quite a task! It will require some thought and fabrication skills. It gets quite a bit more difficult on the younger ones.
Avoid the 85-86 GL1200 Fuel Injected years and also the 78-79 GL1000 years. An interstate model 80-82 can work very well. Also 84, 87-88 GL1200. The 89' GL1500 and up uses a ton of relays for auxiliary equipment and eliminating it can prove challenging if you are not Electrically savvy.
Thanks Anon! I am glad you are here to help! This is the answer that minna minna was looking for. Clearly you have a lot more knowledge about Goldwings than I do. Your answer is very helpful to everyone including me. So thanks again and stay in touch.
@@chickenfriedrice5119 I forgot to mention I have an 83. But I will not convert mine as I like the dresser style. 83 was the first year of the "Linked" brake system and this year is 100% unique as it was the introduction of the 1200 with those features as well. The front rotors on 83 have 2 different size brake pistons because 1 of them (forgot which one) is linked with your rear brake pedal through a proportioning valve that is no longer available anywhere. Just a warning, not impossible to overcome but a tad challenging. Converting it back to unlinked requires a bit or problem solving and parts, hence, I recommended avoiding that with a cafe by using an 80-82 as most of those parts are the same....ALMOST 82 saw some changes, but, the linked brakes was not one of them.
I wish I could tell you. I bought it off Ebay I think for $45 It looked like an old dirt bike tank. It was sold as a possible Ducati tank, but I really don't know. It had a light coat of primer on it. I straightened it and painted it here myself. Thanks for watching and for the question! I love hearing from you guys. Makes me want to get busy! er.
That is a Dunlop 491 Elite II size MV 85B 15 it was on the bike when I bought it and it fits and looks good. There is a bit of room for a slightly wider tire, but not much. Thanks for asking and if you have any other questions please ask. I want people to know that it is not that difficult or expensive to have an awesome one of a kind bike project.
@@AjackLee4 Pretty sure it would. I have about 1/2 or 12mm on either side between the swing arm and tire. Keep me posted, cause mine will need one fairly soon too.
Sorry Travis. My day job has kept me pretty busy lately. I purchased the new forward controls, built the battery box and have started wiring. I was also gifted a small super charger that would be awesome on that bike.Problem is I really need to pick up another engine to fabricate everything for the install. I am looking out for a good deal on one. So for better or worse I am having to slow down on the Goldwing to get my truck back on the road. I am building an 84 C/10 truck along with the Honda in my garage. I hope you like square body trucks because I will start dropping some videos of that work this coming weekend. I will add a bike update in with the truck stuff. Thanks for checking in!
Thank you. I just like messing with things. I don't expect everyone to love what I do, but I sincerely appreciate that you took a minute to indulge me.I am currently working on a more traditional style CB 750. That might be more to your taste. Video is past due on it, but soon. Have a Great weekend!
Looking at doin the same buddy of mine needs his just gone so I laid him litter next to nothing to pick it up and bring it home now I wanna. See it my next budget build. It I need to finish my Yamaha Vision 550 first.
I like that gas tank , but I would widen it, to cover the frame rails, and have more capacity, and some Weber carbs would be nice
I agree more capacity would be nice. I like the narrowness of the tank. Not saying wider would not be awesome too, I just love the proportions of that tiny tank on that big ass bike. Weber's would be more than nice! They just don't fit with the budget for that bike. I am keeping the cost under $2500 including the original bike cost. Weber's would ultimately put me above that in the end. Thanks for commenting and for watching! More is on the way.
Looks Killer!!!
Really digging the updates the to videos as far as the intros and outros. Very cool editing. Bike looks great! Can't wait to see it finished!
Thanks Matt. I got some help with the intro and outro and I am pretty happy with it! Things are moving forward a good pace. Just need to finish the bike now. How is Italy treating you?
@@DeMilo2002 I can't complain! Hopefully I'll be back soon to finish my projects... Watching these videos definitely give me the itch.
Très belle réalisation.
Stevie!!!!! Glad to see a new video!!!!
Hey Buddy, Great to hear from you! I left that den of thieves where we worked together. Life is better already! I hope things are going your way too. Going to Cars and Coffee in Hinesville Saturday, if you are around stop by.
it’s genius really well
done
Thank you so much! It is still a work in progress, but I appreciate that you like the way it's going. It will be back on the channel soon!
Very nice, I like it A lot. Who needs a speedometer? Just go with the flow of traffic...or not. Lol
I like the way you think JS
Oh man that's so sexy! Gotta do mine soon.
Best of luck on your project. An old friend once told me the best way to finish a project is to get started! If I can help in any way just ask. Okay? I am having a ton of fun with mine and I think the results show that. It does not take a ton of money, just some skill and determination.
Very nice work..I'm working on a ST1100 StreetFighter.
Thank you and the best of luck with your project. I would love to see it when you get it done!
I found you and subscribed. Keep up the good work brother!
@@DeMilo2002 much appreciated
@@iShOotBlasterz Yeah dude. Definitely need to see that ST in streetfighter mode.
wow
Hi the bike looks awesome,where did buy the red paint?
I like how you cut the fender. Did you just eyeball it or is there a pattern? I have an 83 Aspencade
Thanks for the feedback! I looked at racing bikes from the period. I think the VFR1000 was the look I went for. I put down 2" masking tape on the fender then started drawing with a sharpie. Once I was happy with the shape, I cut with an air powered hacksaw. A band saw or hand saw will work too. Then a 3" grinder to clean up the cut. If your plastic edges end up sort of fuzzy? You can use a small flame like a lighter to remove the fuzz. Just be careful not to melt the new fender. Good luck! I am headed out to the Garage today to get this one closer to being finished. Eyeball it!
I watch the fender part 10 times. I finally cut mine. Came out great, thanks.
Awesome build!! I'm doing something a bit less extreme with my85 and I wonder what you did with the air suspension as I see that you kept the OEM shocks and fork?
My thoughts are that the stock suspension rides like a Cadillac, so I left that part alone. Great question! My nephew is the owner now. Been waiting for him to finish his time in the Army to get back to work on it. He might want to do some inverted forks in the future. Or something way cooler than stock. We will let him decide that. My original goal was to complete this thing with under 1500 bucks just to show people it does not cost a fortune to ride something a little different. We still have a lot to do, but it is still under that number. Best of luck with yours! Share some pictures too, would love to see it!
@@DeMilo2002 You get me, these bikes sells for dirt cheap and it's a great way to let you imagination loose without much remorse!! I'll share pictures as soon as I get it back together for sure! Keep wrenching!
What gas tank did you use to replace the original one that was inside the frame. And what size was it. Working on a 1985 Honda goldwing aspencade 1200.
I really don't know. I got it off of ebay, advertised as possibly an old Ducati tank. I think it is an old bulltaco dirt bike tank from the seventies or even sixties. I just saw it, liked it and paid the $45.00. I would like to see yours also. We started with the same bike. I would like to see what direction you take it. Thanks for the question, Happy Halloween too.
@@DeMilo2002 Thank you for the information. This is my first ever motorcycle build and I am building it with the help of my grandfather slowly but surely thinking out every detail.
@@michaelfreeman9608 That's awesome! I got to build a VW Beetle with my father( a very talented man) and learned a tremendous amount. Patience is something I got from him that really helps with these projects. Patience first then persistence. Good luck and keep in touch, I want to see what you guys come up with.
Nice build. How did you mount that tank. I’m looking to do the same with my gl1100
I actually had to weld a couple of bolts on the bottom of the tank. Then added brackets to the frame to catch those bolts. Not recommended unless that tank has been completely cleaned out with soapy water several times. Welding on a gas tank is a bad idea unless you have lots of experience or are willing to put in the work to get it fume free first. Hope that helps and good luck with your project!
What did you do to replace the air filter box? I am in the same situation now
Still deciding on carburation, then we will run what ever works with the carb or carbs we put on. I like the single cone type filters. If the original carbs do go on it for awhile that is what we will use. I made a bracket as a pivot point to mount the stock linkage. It is a sort of z shaped bracket that bolts to the block itself. So if you mock it all up with carbs and linkage, at the linkage pivot point look down and you should see a bolt to mount a bracket. My nephew and I hope to finish it together. He is doing his duty in the army right now so that one is sort of on hold. Hope not much longer on the bike though. it is close. Thank you for asking and for taking the time to watch!
what size tires? I have a 84 and would love those tires.
I am going to do a video on that this weekend. Several people have asked about that. That tire is the stock one that came on it, when I got it. I will give you all the tire sizes this weekend as it is dark out right now and can't see. I will show you guys the sizes and how much clearance there is. Sorry, but you will have a better answer this weekend. Thank you for the question and for watching!
Is there a certain year goldwing you recommend getting to do the conversion.. say less than 1990 model?
Great question! In the quest to get more things done, the easier route is usually the best route. With that being said, the older the better. The earlier you go the simpler the bike is in design. So for me, the simpler it is the more likely it gets finished. Just find one that runs well and rides well. If you are not well versed in things on the bike, just take your time and do little things first to gain some confidence in your ability. Removing the carburetor airbox on any of the Goldwings is quite a task! It will require some thought and fabrication skills. It gets quite a bit more difficult on the younger ones.
Avoid the 85-86 GL1200 Fuel Injected years and also the 78-79 GL1000 years. An interstate model 80-82 can work very well. Also 84, 87-88 GL1200. The 89' GL1500 and up uses a ton of relays for auxiliary equipment and eliminating it can prove challenging if you are not Electrically savvy.
Thanks Anon! I am glad you are here to help! This is the answer that minna minna was looking for. Clearly you have a lot more knowledge about Goldwings than I do. Your answer is very helpful to everyone including me. So thanks again and stay in touch.
Thanks Avon and MD, your answers have got me pointing in the right direction.
@@chickenfriedrice5119 I forgot to mention I have an 83. But I will not convert mine as I like the dresser style. 83 was the first year of the "Linked" brake system and this year is 100% unique as it was the introduction of the 1200 with those features as well. The front rotors on 83 have 2 different size brake pistons because 1 of them (forgot which one) is linked with your rear brake pedal through a proportioning valve that is no longer available anywhere. Just a warning, not impossible to overcome but a tad challenging. Converting it back to unlinked requires a bit or problem solving and parts, hence, I recommended avoiding that with a cafe by using an 80-82 as most of those parts are the same....ALMOST 82 saw some changes, but, the linked brakes was not one of them.
Awesome work! What fueltank ist that?
I wish I could tell you. I bought it off Ebay I think for $45 It looked like an old dirt bike tank. It was sold as a possible Ducati tank, but I really don't know. It had a light coat of primer on it. I straightened it and painted it here myself. Thanks for watching and for the question! I love hearing from you guys. Makes me want to get busy! er.
Wow, surprised you posted “as is”!
I told you I liked it. We might have a few small tweeks here and there. Way better than my solo efforts though.
The bars are from what?
They are Amazon.com clip on's . They are made out of Aluminum and cost maybe 20 bucks. Thanks for asking!
What rear tire is that?
That is a Dunlop 491 Elite II size MV 85B 15 it was on the bike when I bought it and it fits and looks good. There is a bit of room for a slightly wider tire, but not much. Thanks for asking and if you have any other questions please ask. I want people to know that it is not that difficult or expensive to have an awesome one of a kind bike project.
@@DeMilo2002 I wonder if a 190 fits in there. I may get one since my old tires are pretty shot.
@@AjackLee4 Pretty sure it would. I have about 1/2 or 12mm on either side between the swing arm and tire. Keep me posted, cause mine will need one fairly soon too.
@@DeMilo2002 My wing is on the back burner. Gotta finish my cbr1000 first
Drrrrr
Any updates
Sorry Travis. My day job has kept me pretty busy lately. I purchased the new forward controls, built the battery box and have started wiring. I was also gifted a small super charger that would be awesome on that bike.Problem is I really need to pick up another engine to fabricate everything for the install. I am looking out for a good deal on one. So for better or worse I am having to slow down on the Goldwing to get my truck back on the road. I am building an 84 C/10 truck along with the Honda in my garage. I hope you like square body trucks because I will start dropping some videos of that work this coming weekend. I will add a bike update in with the truck stuff. Thanks for checking in!
@@DeMilo2002 i completely understand man i a big chevy fan thanks looking forward to some good old videos
Please upload a new video of the bike please
Not my cup of tea. If it is yours, enjoy as I believe in for each, their own.
Thank you. I just like messing with things. I don't expect everyone to love what I do, but I sincerely appreciate that you took a minute to indulge me.I am currently working on a more traditional style CB 750. That might be more to your taste. Video is past due on it, but soon. Have a Great weekend!