Muscle Bobber #2

So how did we do it? We started by removing the rear light units and replaced them with Kellermann Atto three-in-one LEDs. While virtually invisible, they suffer no loss in luminosity. We took the opportunity to reposition them much lower, to just above and forward of the rear hub.

The entire solo seat assembly is a unique design of our own and manufactured by our local partners to our specification. The slim, laser cut, powder coated steel brings out the classic feel of the bike, while ensuring the seating position is comfortable and practical. However, if you need to carry a pillion, it’s a simple process to interchange it with the OE dual unit, which won’t obscure our rear light upgrade.

We searched for a set of fat flyer bars to retrofit but ended up fabricating our own. Carefully considering the dimensions of the clutch and brake master cylinder mounts, which differ in size, so it took some re-engineering. During the process, we cleaned up the front of the bike by channelling the switchgear cables through the bars, which enhances the retro look of the bike even further.

We also fabricated our own pipework for the open filter system to make it function correctly. The angular pitch of the throttle bodies needed remounting to the vertical plane, so new mounts had to be machined for a precise fit.