slug Posted December 10, 2006 Share Posted December 10, 2006 Finally got a temporary title for Dirty Bird and put him (mostly) back together today. Took him for a test ride, the first time since I crashed him three months ago. I was worried that he would have some weird damage that I couldn't find without riding him, but all seems well mechanically. The new Mistral ovals and Stucci x-over sound sooooooooo good. Life is good. So here's what Dirty Bird looks like now: What you can't see is the finished carbon fiber undertail I just made. The tail section is temporary, I'm still making a mold from my original so I can build one out of carbon fiber. I'm also working on building a mold for the tank pad on pre-2003 tanks so I can make those from carbon fiber. I also have a mold built for the seat cowl, just need to polish it & it'll be ready to go. Once I'm happy with how the parts are turning out, I'll start selling 'em. If you're interested, let me know. If you wanna see what I'm working on, here's a few pics. Also, I got to test ride an Aprilia SXV 4.5 today. Scary fun. It was wet out and I haven't ridden in three months so I took it easy, but WOW! If my employer would only pay me what I think I'm worth, I'd snatch a couple up for me and the Mrs... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
helicopterjim R.I.P. Posted December 10, 2006 Share Posted December 10, 2006 Looking good! How much of your bike was a Rosso Mandello? What are it's origins? Could you keep the front wheel down on the SVX? Cheers Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slug Posted December 10, 2006 Author Share Posted December 10, 2006 Looking good! How much of your bike was a Rosso Mandello? What are it's origins? Could you keep the front wheel down on the SVX? Cheers Jim Thanks! My bike started out as a green '02-'03 Sport Naked. My tank was scratched up pretty bad and Moto International had this Rosso Mandello tank for cheap (has an itty-bitty scratch on the left side). Once I finish making the tank pad mold and get the original tank repainted green I might sell this tank. No, I couldn't keep the front wheel down. For a second I was thinking "why isn't this thing steering????" I don't have much experience on dirt-style bikes and it really scared me (partly 'cause it wasn't my bike) and I actually cut the ride short. Maybe I can try it again when it's dry... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DeBenGuzzi Posted December 10, 2006 Share Posted December 10, 2006 Thanks! My bike started out as a green '02-'03 Sport Naked. My tank was scratched up pretty bad and Moto International had this Rosso Mandello tank for cheap (has an itty-bitty scratch on the left side). Once I finish making the tank pad mold and get the original tank repainted green I might sell this tank. No, I couldn't keep the front wheel down. For a second I was thinking "why isn't this thing steering????" I don't have much experience on dirt-style bikes and it really scared me (partly 'cause it wasn't my bike) and I actually cut the ride short. Maybe I can try it again when it's dry... I reallly want one of those SXV's for a toy down the road, now those are fricken ssweeeeeeeettttttttt I'd say more fun than those over priced BMDubbyas I may be able to get one cheaper than a Ulysses even, I'm sure not as comfy as either mentioned tho. but man what a toy if I ever saw one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slug Posted December 10, 2006 Author Share Posted December 10, 2006 I reallly want one of those SXV's for a toy down the road, now those are fricken ssweeeeeeeettttttttt I'd say more fun than those over priced BMDubbyas I may be able to get one cheaper than a Ulysses even, I'm sure not as comfy as either mentioned tho. but man what a toy if I ever saw one. The SXV seat is not comfy for sure. I think it's designed to re-split your crack if your cheeks have started to join together Price-wise they're a steal for what you get. I think this bike is #2 on the 'gotta have it' list. #1 is a pair of BMW F650's for me and Mrs. Slug. I showed her the advrider.com site and she's really liking the idea of dirt rides, camping, scenery and all that. All we need is money. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Greg Field Posted December 11, 2006 Share Posted December 11, 2006 Good work, Slug. Good work also on that carbon under-fender thingie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
antonio carroccio Posted December 11, 2006 Share Posted December 11, 2006 Bianchi with Campagnolo? BTW the Rosso Mandello looks gorgeous! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slug Posted December 11, 2006 Author Share Posted December 11, 2006 Bianchi with Campagnolo? I wish... <_ the green bianchi has a mishmash of dura-ace ultegra. i barely ride it anymore since bought pista chrome one fixed gear track bikes are so much fun for riding around town> Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robbiekb Posted December 11, 2006 Share Posted December 11, 2006 bianchi with campi is the only way to go! i have a Veloce Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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