Great confidence-inspiring video for those a bit nervous of doing this (like me.) I especially enjoyed how you explained setting the pilot mixture, it finally takes the mystery out of it. Thanks a lot.
This was a fun ride mate, I've been in the States for 20 years now and it was very refreshing hearing you explain this build! Bike is beautiful and very clean. Great job!
I've watched a lot of builds, I have a V-star 650 classic that will be bobbed soon. You've given me confidence about the wiring. And now that this video is done I want to tell you that I have never enjoyed a build video as much as this. She turned out sweet ! And I meant what I said about your B GT. Oh! I love them!! Looking forward to your invite, a ride on the Queen Mary 2 will get me there. I'll even by the beer !
Much better. Nicely done. I am making a bobber out of a basketcase 1992 Yamaha XV750. I've had it for 2 years but it is coming along. Thanks for the encouragement.
Hello from South Florida, the beautiful machinery looks freaking amazing, just love everything little thing you have done to her. Loving the black and chrome, please make a video of her riding on the road and in the wind. God bless and ride safe. Thanks again for sharing your bike with us all.
Instead of adjusting the pilot mixture, which is what most people do, you might want to consider removing the AIS. The following information is a write up on this removal kit from a website that sells this kit, it explains whats happening with the backfires. The stock Air Induction System (AIS) which introduces fresh air into the hot exhaust stream at the exhaust ports causes un-combusted gasses to ignite creating a backfire (especially during deceleration). With stock, highly baffled exhaust systems, it's difficult to hear. But when installing aftermarket exhaust systems, this backfiring becomes very loud and annoying........Furthermore at thousands of RPMs, the AIS creates a virtual "torch" at the exhaust port, resulting in extremely high temperatures which can quickly cause bluing of Chrome and overheating of Ceramic Pipe coatings Also, during tuning the fresh air introduced by the AIS into the exhaust stream will create an incorrect "lean" AFR (Air to Fuel Ratio) reading which often causes mechanics to over compensate and adjust the AFR to a very rich setting. Nonetheless, here is the link to the website........ www.pacificcoaststar.com/pcs/yamaha_ais_kits.htm?gclid=Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07glV-XOvvrdxz9a5t9GUM4zP0U_IMncnpkpcIFTtYTZRlUSigEVKsYaAsZGEALw_wcB
I had a set of forks that were pitted like that, I used a wire wheel on my drill to get most of it then a wire wheel on my dremel for the tight spots and wiped it down with oven cleaner before applying fresh clear coat, they now look new
Clean Nuts I most definitely will. Ive been going through your videos, you’d think am prepping for an exam.☺️ Am learning a lot from you, hoping to start working on mine from August
My son bought me this exact bike for my birthday years ago.. I’ve never ridden Or an I very mechanical inclined.. but after riding with him , I really want to turn my V-star into a bobber.. I love the look.. just have no idea what I’m doing or how to begin
I have the VStarr 1100. I took my forks from 400 to 1500 including wet sand. Then went back with 220 and carefully "engraved" the lines/brush marks as precisely as possible. Looks like it was done on a lathe
Hi there mike here i have the XVS1100 and wanted to no if i can bypass the clutch switch when i start the bike up or do i have to pull the clutch in before i start the bike but can i by pass the switch with some wire pls help
Love the bike! I just think everyone calling a solo seat bike a bobber has gotten way away from a true bobber. Bobbers are simply taking what you have and taking everything off that is not necessary. Like fenders, signals, mirrors basically stripping it to bare bones and ride.
Looks like Blue Collar Bobber stuff. Did you install a high flow air filter. I didn't see air pods under the tank. Great video. I just picked up a 2009 1100 classic that i will start this process on soon. Stock looks like a bagger without bags.
When you "attack" the front forks and sand paper them down does that remove the chrome and polish the material underneath? I would be interested because I'm not a big fan of chrome and much prefer a more raw look.
what kind of pipes did you put on it instead of the stock ones . I like the sound I got a 2006 Suzuki boulevard c50 (800) Stock pipes are to quiet i want something louder .
I'm not sure what they are mate but they look like highway hawks to me. I'd recommend a look at metric cruisers or custom cruisers for any metric v twin. Just bare in mind anything about a slip on exhaust you'll have to re jet the carb or if it's fuel injected get a power commander or you'll run lean and damage the bike 👍 hope this helps, ride safe
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Great confidence-inspiring video for those a bit nervous of doing this (like me.) I especially enjoyed how you explained setting the pilot mixture, it finally takes the mystery out of it. Thanks a lot.
This was a fun ride mate, I've been in the States for 20 years now and it was very refreshing hearing you explain this build! Bike is beautiful and very clean. Great job!
Brilliant job! I just bought a Yamaha 650 and you ‘re giving me all sorts of ideas 😁
I've watched a lot of builds, I have a V-star 650 classic that will be bobbed soon. You've given me confidence about the wiring. And now that this video is done I want to tell you that I have never enjoyed a build video as much as this. She turned out sweet ! And I meant what I said about your B GT. Oh! I love them!!
Looking forward to your invite, a ride on the Queen Mary 2 will get me there. I'll even by the beer !
Much better. Nicely done. I am making a bobber out of a basketcase 1992 Yamaha XV750. I've had it for 2 years but it is coming along. Thanks for the encouragement.
Hello from South Florida, the beautiful machinery looks freaking amazing, just love everything little thing you have done to her. Loving the black and chrome, please make a video of her riding on the road and in the wind. God bless and ride safe. Thanks again for sharing your bike with us all.
What??? That is AWESOME!!! Great work man.
Lovely. I built one of these a few years ago. Flame tank, whitewalls, copper and black power coated wheels. I wish I’d never sold it!
Fantastic job on the bike, and the style of your vids. Looking forward to the next project.
Lovely bike great job! Had to laugh when you tried twice to put in fear with the stand down :)
Just watched the build great looking bike better than stock . I hope to start one after Christmas good video 👍
Instead of adjusting the pilot mixture, which is what most people do, you might want to consider removing the AIS. The following information is a write up on this removal kit from a website that sells this kit, it explains whats happening with the backfires.
The stock Air Induction System (AIS) which introduces fresh air into the hot exhaust stream at the exhaust ports causes un-combusted gasses to ignite creating a backfire (especially during deceleration). With stock, highly baffled exhaust systems, it's difficult to hear. But when installing aftermarket exhaust systems, this backfiring becomes very loud and annoying........Furthermore at thousands of RPMs, the AIS creates a virtual "torch" at the exhaust port, resulting in extremely high temperatures which can quickly cause bluing of Chrome and overheating of Ceramic Pipe coatings
Also, during tuning the fresh air introduced by the AIS into the exhaust stream will create an incorrect "lean" AFR (Air to Fuel Ratio) reading which often causes mechanics to over compensate and adjust the AFR to a very rich setting.
Nonetheless, here is the link to the website........ www.pacificcoaststar.com/pcs/yamaha_ais_kits.htm?gclid=Cj0KCQiA14WdBhD8ARIsANao07glV-XOvvrdxz9a5t9GUM4zP0U_IMncnpkpcIFTtYTZRlUSigEVKsYaAsZGEALw_wcB
Really good pete it was lovely to see your bike in real life and I’ll definitely be putting my order down once i know when i can get one 👍🏻
cool stay tuned
Like it very much , I think black bars and slash mirrors would look great , well done.
I had a set of forks that were pitted like that, I used a wire wheel on my drill to get most of it then a wire wheel on my dremel for the tight spots and wiped it down with oven cleaner before applying fresh clear coat, they now look new
I enjoyed watching I loved the new look of your bike I from HOKIANGA new Zealand 👍🏼
Glad you enjoyed it
Awesome bro 👍🏼
Great,enjoyed every minute, shame about the handlebars, it looks and sounds much better than it did,thanks for a great vid .
I have a 2003 Yamaha v Star 1100 and it has about 13,000 miles on it I tried to share a picture but I couldn't bring it up it is a sweet bike.
Very nice work. I've just completed a 125 Marauder Baby Bobber as a test run for doing a Virago next.
Yes ...there's the front fender
. Very nice ! Huge improvement from stock . Like it ( subscribed) . See you in the next one .
top job.....from a genuine sounding bloke
Your very kind have you seen my other videos they might be to your taste
That looks great! Nice job.
Turned out looking great... nice work!
looks awesome great job with eliminating the back fire and those new pipes sound mean liked and subbed cheers :)
Great job and love the MGB GT.
Ha! That's a brilliant job. I can't believe you would just have a powder coated wheel for that bike just collecting dust. I'd like to see your stock.😃
the bike is amazing, great job. hope you are okay, my apologies for over stepping, couldn't help but notice your right arm there.
That’s ok I was wondering when someone would spot it stay tuned for more bobberbuilds
Clean Nuts I most definitely will. Ive been going through your videos, you’d think am prepping for an exam.☺️ Am learning a lot from you, hoping to start working on mine from August
you out did yourself,that bike is beautiful.
You're a visionary and inspiration~~
great video, crackin bike, good job mate, too many people black them out, i love the chrome
Cool bike 👍. Like that seat
Nice bike love the finish on it, do you share the links to where you source your seat pans, rear lights or indicators? Keep it up 👍
It's the bike I have . Love the bobber. Would like to have one of each. Super fun to watch the change
Very nicely done! Good job.
Cheers subscribe for more videos
There a great Base or Platform to start Chopping. Looks great. Keep the Vids coming, hi from Aus.
I have a 2009 650 midnight ,raven..,,I like the bobber look,,,I like the mufflers
Great looking bike way better than it was 👍👍👍
Well done mate
mint..sweet cool ride man..great video many thanks
great job!! the bike looks fantastic
Looks great, very cool !
Excellent, lots of respect Rodge David Kidderminster UK
Nice!! What type of slip-on exhausts did you put on your bike? I want to upgrade mine.
This is almost exactly the bike I'd want, except for the handlebar. I prefer beach bars. But well done mate ! :D
Sehr schön gelungen . Würde ich sofort kaufen!!
Ya know I like this bike, I like it very much, I can feel a mid-life crisis coming on. Great video thanks for sharing 👍 you got a new subscriber
Beautiful bike.
looks great mate
My son bought me this exact bike for my birthday years ago.. I’ve never ridden Or an I very mechanical inclined.. but after riding with him , I really want to turn my V-star into a bobber.. I love the look.. just have no idea what I’m doing or how to begin
I have the VStarr 1100. I took my forks from 400 to 1500 including wet sand. Then went back with 220 and carefully "engraved" the lines/brush marks as precisely as possible. Looks like it was done on a lathe
Im going to own one in 3 days ive purchased one id luv to have help customizing it like this....man! Great job
Mine is a 650 black vstar 2009
Absolutely beautiful build.
Awesome job, absolutely beautiful bike.
Hi there mike here i have the XVS1100 and wanted to no if i can bypass the clutch switch when i start the bike up or do i have to pull the clutch in before i start the bike but can i by pass the switch with some wire pls help
Awesome build, dude!
Nice build. Hopefully starting mine soon
Great looking end result
Great work
Love the bike! I just think everyone calling a solo seat bike a bobber has gotten way away from a true bobber. Bobbers are simply taking what you have and taking everything off that is not necessary. Like fenders, signals, mirrors basically stripping it to bare bones and ride.
really nice bike man, well done
Nice result 👍🏼👍🏼
looks awesome chap, but Where did you get that seat & rear fender from ??
Looks and sounds great
Really enjoyed watching that video... thanks bud! I'll start to Bob mine now 😎
Outstanding awesome build!
thanks have you seen my other videos
Love your MGB-GT
That's the look im going for love it where you get the rear fender and mounts
Looks great, good job, my brother 👍😎✌
Looks like Blue Collar Bobber stuff. Did you install a high flow air filter. I didn't see air pods under the tank. Great video. I just picked up a 2009 1100 classic that i will start this process on soon. Stock looks like a bagger without bags.
Where did you get that tank and that seat from
WELL DONE!!
SWEET BUILD... WHAT MORE IS THERE TO SAY...
I like to know how you put the new back fender on.
C Edler check out my other videos regards CN
It looks great now!
Can you share a parts list? Everything you added?
Even though i like this vid..... the stock v star in any stock form is a good looking motorcycle.....
Nice job, looks she beautiful.
Very nice! Greetz from Germany
Fr33k 5how subscribe as I’m building a 650 enjoy
Damn bro way to go !!!
Nice bike, well done man!
Good vid, can I ask where you bought the Bolton extra bits (seat pan, number plate)?
Looks fantastic!!!
Great video, Great Information, I would love to see you convert a bike like that into a Trike.
Cracking build fella what kind bike lift is that your using
Big blue
I have an identical bike but as i'm in my 60s and riddled with arthritis I can only dream of being able to do that kind of work on it
Ann Murphy stay strong
Can I ask where to get that rear fender?
When you "attack" the front forks and sand paper them down does that remove the chrome and polish the material underneath? I would be interested because I'm not a big fan of chrome and much prefer a more raw look.
Looks realy good 😎👍
Did you change the main jet ?
How much bigger you have to go with the jet?
Thanks
Wish I could work that fast. Oh, and some people need to forget about semantics. Way too many labels on bikes these days.
Looks ace
what kind of pipes did you put on it instead of the stock ones . I like the sound I got a 2006 Suzuki boulevard c50 (800) Stock pipes are to quiet i want something louder .
I'm not sure what they are mate but they look like highway hawks to me. I'd recommend a look at metric cruisers or custom cruisers for any metric v twin. Just bare in mind anything about a slip on exhaust you'll have to re jet the carb or if it's fuel injected get a power commander or you'll run lean and damage the bike 👍 hope this helps, ride safe
Great video!
love the bike. good taste. very informative
beautiful bike
nice bike. good job.
Good job
What seat kit is that?
Which Lift is that? Great Job!!
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