Sportster Scrambler Project
#141
For the rear attachment point, I would consider taking a page from an ATV. I am not sure what they are called, but mine have these round nylon extensions, with pointed tips, that snap into round rubber receptacles that hold the seat down. My old (86) Honda ATV also has a lever on the side to unlock it.
Wondering if you thought of using an ATV seat pan as a starting point, or even a older dirt bike seat. I don't think newer ones would work as well, since they are shaped more like a thong bikini, than a real seat.
Wondering if you thought of using an ATV seat pan as a starting point, or even a older dirt bike seat. I don't think newer ones would work as well, since they are shaped more like a thong bikini, than a real seat.
#143
#144
GB
This is a horrible edit but I think you will get the idea.
You have to zoom in to see my high quality yellow lines
The top above the yellow lines would be solid. Picture a rectangular pan about 1" deep, with one end cut off, and turned upside down over your opening. The open end would be towards the front of the bike. This would protect your "kids" and the seat foam.
This is a horrible edit but I think you will get the idea.
You have to zoom in to see my high quality yellow lines
The top above the yellow lines would be solid. Picture a rectangular pan about 1" deep, with one end cut off, and turned upside down over your opening. The open end would be towards the front of the bike. This would protect your "kids" and the seat foam.
#145
#146
Oh cool! That sounds simpler than I was envisioning. Thanks handirifle
#148
I know you guys are/have built scramblers, but if I ever get the chance to do this, I want a dual sport. Plastic fenders and all. My preference is even a pre rubber mount, for weight savings, and that would include plastic fenders. Never owned a true scrambler though, so maybe someday if I ever get to test ride one, I might change my mind if I did, who knows.
While not a true dirt biker, I have owned several dual sports and really liked them. Those however are a lot lighter, like 350 or less. My last was an '86 XL600R. Was a blast to ride, but a true bit*h to start. That was the only bike I do not regret sellng.
Bad part, is dual sports out here sell for as much as a used sporty. A 6 yr old KLR or DR650 will go for $4000.
While not a true dirt biker, I have owned several dual sports and really liked them. Those however are a lot lighter, like 350 or less. My last was an '86 XL600R. Was a blast to ride, but a true bit*h to start. That was the only bike I do not regret sellng.
Bad part, is dual sports out here sell for as much as a used sporty. A 6 yr old KLR or DR650 will go for $4000.
Last edited by handirifle; 03-18-2020 at 07:17 PM.
#149
I know you guys are/have built scramblers, but if I ever get the chance to do this, I want a dual sport. Plastic fenders and all. My preference is even a pre rubber mount, for weight savings, and that would include plastic fenders. Never owned a true scrambler though, so maybe someday if I ever get to test ride one, I might change my mind if I did, who knows.
While not a true dirt biker, I have owned several dual sports and really liked them. Those however are a lot lighter, like 350 or less. My last was an '86 XL600R. Was a blast to ride, but a true bit*h to start. That was the only bike I do not regret sellng.
Bad part, is dual sports out here sell for as much as a used sporty. A 6 yr old KLR or DR650 will go for $4000.
While not a true dirt biker, I have owned several dual sports and really liked them. Those however are a lot lighter, like 350 or less. My last was an '86 XL600R. Was a blast to ride, but a true bit*h to start. That was the only bike I do not regret sellng.
Bad part, is dual sports out here sell for as much as a used sporty. A 6 yr old KLR or DR650 will go for $4000.