That's reassuring, as I am not sure if I am correct or not 😀. I ended up using a different spring rate then I had calculated, but, all my calculations were based upon a guesstimated final weight for the bike. Glad to hear it made sense to someone actually trained in engineering 👍.
@@HooptieDoodle it totally made sense to me and I ve not come across any other builder who actually went that deep into the physics of it. Totally invested in your build series, currently on number 31! Thanks for such an awesome build series, I'll make sure to share it with my friends and wish you more TH-cam stardom and recognition! Keep it up!
Mr HooptieDoodle, wow! 3 yrs ago I started a similar build and all that suspension info on a mono turned my brain into pudding waste. I ended up doing a resto mod which I'm finishing now. I want a bobber and can't wait to dig in. Thanks for sharing your info. I came across that dude in Phoenix as well...cool bikes and they planted the seed. Sharing is caring! Thanks again...
man I have so been there for all of this same stuff. I wanted a longer swingarm than stock on my xs650 build, and ended up finding a klr650 swingarm I liked. started thinking about it more and decided to just swap in the klr linkage monoshock instead of the stock twin shocks (much like your goldwing). Spent way more than a week just looking at images and drawing diagrams and what not before I could even wrap my head around it, but I finally understand the mechanics of it now, and have all the parts I really need to get it going.
Dude! That sounds like a neat swap. Have you gotten a swingarm yet? Can you literally bolt in the KLR one to the XS? I wish you much luck and that it is easier than you thought.
Oh it's a fun problem to have. I think that there are probably simpler solutions than what I did. I did several videos on the build-out of mine from the swing arm conversion to the linkage fabrication if you are interested in more detail. Video #38 sums it up and shows what mine looks like finished (th-cam.com/video/h7zpcrq0xtQ/w-d-xo.html). I should also have a video coming out that is a nerdy study of different monoshock designs across a variety of manufacturers. Best of luck on your design and build!!
Most of your videos on this build bring up one particular aggravation. I get this overwhelming urge for this to be a two-way conversation. Brother, I deeply respect how your mind works. And to all those who might be watching, if you want your child to grow up and have critical thinking skills like this guy I have a recommendation. When I was very very young my mother gave me a children's book titled "Simple Machines and how they work" it's all about levers, fulcrums, wedges, pulleys etc. That simple little childs book stirred something in me and no literature I have ever read has affected me more or benefited me more. I have solved problems with the simple truths I got from that book.
Hi there :) i've see on a website à guy who explain what type of suspension he use for this specific build, it whas road king shocks. I expect this is usefull, your video are awesome, good luck !
Been watching your videos and you have been helping me so much. Thank you!. I do have a question... when reinstalling the swing arm is there a certain procedure that must be done in order to correctly align it to the frame? I re tightened the two pivot bolts that hold the swing arm to the frame and noticed there is different gaps. I would really appreciate your help
Never done it. I never removed the swing arm on my bike and I don't have the service manual with me, so I can't help much on this one. Sorry. Thanks for watching the videos though and best of luck on your project 👍😀
@@HooptieDoodle I made it as far as you explaining the numbers on the crank and the case itself before I realized how late it was. I had to be at work this morning. Will finish the series binge as time allows. Great videos so far. I really enjoy how you explain stuff. Cannot wait to see you get to the suspension fab/install.
I learned more from this video than my mechanics class back in the day at my engineering college. Great work man! Inspiring!
That's reassuring, as I am not sure if I am correct or not 😀. I ended up using a different spring rate then I had calculated, but, all my calculations were based upon a guesstimated final weight for the bike. Glad to hear it made sense to someone actually trained in engineering 👍.
@@HooptieDoodle it totally made sense to me and I ve not come across any other builder who actually went that deep into the physics of it. Totally invested in your build series, currently on number 31! Thanks for such an awesome build series, I'll make sure to share it with my friends and wish you more TH-cam stardom and recognition! Keep it up!
@@mashahirahmed9553 you're VERY kind 😀, thank you!
Mr HooptieDoodle, wow! 3 yrs ago I started a similar build and all that suspension info on a mono turned my brain into pudding waste. I ended up doing a resto mod which I'm finishing now. I want a bobber and can't wait to dig in. Thanks for sharing your info. I came across that dude in Phoenix as well...cool bikes and they planted the seed. Sharing is caring! Thanks again...
Good luck on the bobber build 👍💪
So glad I found this series.
man I have so been there for all of this same stuff. I wanted a longer swingarm than stock on my xs650 build, and ended up finding a klr650 swingarm I liked. started thinking about it more and decided to just swap in the klr linkage monoshock instead of the stock twin shocks (much like your goldwing). Spent way more than a week just looking at images and drawing diagrams and what not before I could even wrap my head around it, but I finally understand the mechanics of it now, and have all the parts I really need to get it going.
Dude! That sounds like a neat swap. Have you gotten a swingarm yet? Can you literally bolt in the KLR one to the XS? I wish you much luck and that it is easier than you thought.
Glad I found this video and your page. I am working on the same delima on an 82 gl1100 bobber.
Oh it's a fun problem to have. I think that there are probably simpler solutions than what I did. I did several videos on the build-out of mine from the swing arm conversion to the linkage fabrication if you are interested in more detail. Video #38 sums it up and shows what mine looks like finished (th-cam.com/video/h7zpcrq0xtQ/w-d-xo.html). I should also have a video coming out that is a nerdy study of different monoshock designs across a variety of manufacturers. Best of luck on your design and build!!
This will be very helpful on my 86 aspen goldwing bobber. Couldn’t do it without your videos! Much appreciated
Most of your videos on this build bring up one particular aggravation. I get this overwhelming urge for this to be a two-way conversation. Brother, I deeply respect how your mind works. And to all those who might be watching, if you want your child to grow up and have critical thinking skills like this guy I have a recommendation. When I was very very young my mother gave me a children's book titled "Simple Machines and how they work" it's all about levers, fulcrums, wedges, pulleys etc. That simple little childs book stirred something in me and no literature I have ever read has affected me more or benefited me more. I have solved problems with the simple truths I got from that book.
Wow! Thanks for the book recommendation. I'll take a look at it for my niece and nephew - but it sounds like I could benefit from it as well :)
Omg, your making my brain hurt. First of your videos I couldn't wait for it to end. Lol
Hi there :) i've see on a website à guy who explain what type of suspension he use for this specific build, it whas road king shocks.
I expect this is usefull, your video are awesome, good luck !
That is a great tip, thank you!!
I hope you make the right choice about which suspension you are going to take. It is not always easy, but I prefer a Momo suspension 👍👌
I agree! The monoshock would be a fun challenge to install too.
Keep the good work up! Build build
Thank you! I am iching to start building. Summer is coming and the bike needs to work.
Cool man I like it I have an 84 gold wing I'm going to Bob out your videos have been helpful can't wait to see your bike finished
@@marvinblake3694 I can't wait to see it finished either. Waiting on some parts now. Good luck on your build!
Bro.! You are incredible!
Been watching your videos and you have been helping me so much. Thank you!. I do have a question... when reinstalling the swing arm is there a certain procedure that must be done in order to correctly align it to the frame? I re tightened the two pivot bolts that hold the swing arm to the frame and noticed there is different gaps. I would really appreciate your help
Never done it. I never removed the swing arm on my bike and I don't have the service manual with me, so I can't help much on this one. Sorry. Thanks for watching the videos though and best of luck on your project 👍😀
@@HooptieDoodle lastly did you need blue loctite on the three screws of the stator(philips)? Or what about the clutch plate bolts(6)? Thanks again
@@67lnr80 yes, loctite on the stator
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Dude, my head hurts lol
Just scored an 83 GL1100 for $150. It needs a top end rebuild. Not sure if I’m gonna bob it or if I’m just going to rebuild it and sell it.
$150 is a fantastic deal! I had a bent valve on mine. Took the heads to a machine shop and $350 later I've got like new heads.
@@HooptieDoodle I made it as far as you explaining the numbers on the crank and the case itself before I realized how late it was. I had to be at work this morning. Will finish the series binge as time allows. Great videos so far. I really enjoy how you explain stuff. Cannot wait to see you get to the suspension fab/install.
@@davehowie03 thanks for watching, dude. Glad you are liking the videos. Good luck on your build 👍
@@HooptieDoodle Thanks! Might just go naked with it and not bob it.