My MODS-Seat, windshield, engine guard, cruise control, etc.

[jonathan180iq]

It's always nice to see photos of Easy's bike. He waits so long to put some up that when he does, it's a special event.

I've seen that cruise crontrol before. Back when I had the Ninja, it was common place for people to get one big fat rubber o-ring from the Caterpillar store and use it the same way. The difference, that I can see, is that the Cat. o-ring is slightly fatter. There is a good portion of it that lips over the throttle. So, when you want to disengage it, there is enough "ring" to grab onto and slip it away from the throttle.

Check out the pic on this link.

http://faq.f650.com/FAQs/Photos/MiscPhotos/catring.jpg

[alanmcorcoran]

Forgot to tell you I was back in chicago last week Easy. Probably be there again in mid Nov.

[Easy Rider]

Originally Posted by jonathan180iq

It's always nice to see photos of Easy's bike. He waits so long to put some up that when he does, it's a special event.

Many things I do are "special events" but for a variety of different reasons! :roll:

The ring I use is easier to find but I did have to "adjust" the bar end weight so it wouldn't disappear into the crack (sounds like a personal problem!).......and it is a little tricky to get ahold of to remove it, so I only use it for road trips.

[Easy Rider]

Originally Posted by alanmcorcoran

Forgot to tell you I was back in chicago last week Easy. Probably be there again in mid Nov.

As you may have already guessed, I won't be making a 150 mile trip in November.....not on the bike anyway! Maybe next year. I think you deserve to ride one that is properly equipped!

[dubwise]

Originally Posted by Easy Rider

If you crash at speed, no telling how much the engine guard will help......if any.

That's what I was asking, if it was wide enough and
robust enough to give you any leg protection in a crash.

[Easy Rider]

Originally Posted by dubwise

That's what I was asking, if it was wide enough and
robust enough to give you any leg protection in a crash.

IMHO, yes definitely. Plenty of room there and it is a solid piece of gear.
I'd say it would provide good protection in any "lay over" where the speed is low enough that your leg would stay under the bike.

[countrydad]

Looks great. I have the same saddle bags. I have a much smaller windshield and like the looks of yours.
Great Job Easy!

[rusty rider]

Bike is looking good easy. How does the gel pads work for you? I remember Sarris saying it feels like he crapped his pants using them. :lol:

[quoteHow does that windshield work out for you? I have essentially the same design and find that it acts more as a parachute than a windshield. I have a difficult time reaching/exceeding 65mph with the shield ][/quote]

I think that having the windshield helped me reach and maintain speed on my gz. I got better gas mileage and was able to take longer trips with out the beating I got with out a windshield. Windshields reguardless of position will create less drag, than your body.

[Easy Rider]

Originally Posted by rusty rider

Bike is looking good easy. How does the gel pads work for you? I remember Sarris saying it feels like he crapped his pants using them. :lol:

Windshields reguardless of position will create less drag, than your body.

I don't notice any strange sensations with a single one. When I put BOTH on for a road trip, THEN it feels a little strange; not a firm plant on the seat......but something you get used to after a short while.

Your windshield comment, as worded, is debateable. A large shield, mounted straight up (no rake) can actually afford MORE drag than a riders body (depending on the size of the body!).
It's all relative!

[rusty rider]

Your windshield comment, as worded, is debateable. A large shield, mounted straight up (no rake) can actually afford MORE drag than a riders body (depending on the size of the body!).

I stand corrected :shocked:

I should have stated that when I put a windshield on my GZ, I was able to reach higher speeds and get better gas mileage. :2tup: