Guzzirider Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 I think you have a good bike there Nigel. I used to have a Jackal which is pretty similar and it was a very underrated bike, and was especially punchy when I liberated the midrange with the usual breathing mods. I fitted an extra front disk because I used to tour 2 up on it with luggage and wanted the increased stopping power. I am sure you will be pleased with your new handbag. Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ballacraine Posted May 11, 2006 Author Share Posted May 11, 2006 I think you have a good bike there Nigel. I used to have a Jackal which is pretty similar and it was a very underrated bike, and was especially punchy when I liberated the midrange with the usual breathing mods. I fitted an extra front disk because I used to tour 2 up on it with luggage and wanted the increased stopping power. I am sure you will be pleased with your new handbag. Guy 88946[/snapback] That is the sort of usage I am setting it up for. Did you upgrade to a revcounter too? Nige. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guzzirider Posted May 11, 2006 Share Posted May 11, 2006 No I thought about the rev counter then worked out it was too much money and hassle. I did not ever find it a problem- been riding Guzzis so long I know when I've hit the imaginary redline. Guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ballacraine Posted May 11, 2006 Author Share Posted May 11, 2006 No I thought about the rev counter then worked out it was too much money and hassle. I did not ever find it a problem- been riding Guzzis so long I know when I've hit the imaginary redline. Guy 88951[/snapback] Too true. I am with you there, but that said it would be handy for setting up with the Twinmax. Nige. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ballacraine Posted October 20, 2006 Author Share Posted October 20, 2006 I'm making good progress with this now..... I just need to get the sidepanels filled and resprayed and I will post some pics. Nige. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthro Posted October 20, 2006 Share Posted October 20, 2006 Be ready for pleasure, the cali is a very capable bike. About the rev counter, if you are rushing you will not glance that way, mine has one but is no use if I am into something. I hit the rev limiter only 3 times in 11.k miles. It is during relaxing driving fun and useful to have it. Remember you do not need to be on the Scura to leave the Harleys behind. Anthro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ballacraine Posted October 20, 2006 Author Share Posted October 20, 2006 Aye, absolutely! I have used it enough to know it will be very accomplished at what it was bought for. It now has a rev counter, a different petrol tank, footboards and large Cali 1 two tone saddle. This saddle follows the frame rail line, so the original ugly plastic sidepanels ( ironically with the 'Metal' legend on them) are not suitable. They leave a big triangular gap where the original swoopy saddle sat. I have modified a pair of real metal T3 sidepanels to fit. When they are filled and painted I will post pics Nige. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ballacraine Posted March 13, 2007 Author Share Posted March 13, 2007 Finally..... Couldn't wait for a sunny day...... So took pics tonight when I got back from work. I'm quite chuffed with the way it turned out. I was aiming for the mid 1970s...Think I overshot some....looks more mid 1950's in style to me. Nige. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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