Ive been slowly converting my bike to a similar clone of the Classified Moto XS650
I wanted the same style just with a few changes like a stock airbox, gauges. After picking up and adding set of 92 ZX7 forks the bike looked back heavy with a big seat. I like the cafe look but am not looking for that look on this bike. And a brat style seat best fit my riding position. Divided to create my own. I dont know how to work with metal, so metal seat pan was out of the question. How can i carve one out of wood that would be strong enough to support my weight (150lbs), and has to last a few years of constant use. A skateboard thats 8 7/8in wide fit the bill.
Then to test and visualize the fit. Plus had high density closed cell foam custom cut to fit with a half inch overhang.
Then went to a custom furniture building company. They deal with large orders for high-end couches, chairs. That means premium leather scraps that can be had for very cheap. Plus they have the tools and knowledge to do exactly what I need.
2 days later
Now I have 4 pre-made holes that I can use for mounting.
Cost total: $185
$15 blank skateboard. Prostyle
$30 custom cut seat foam
$140 leather, stitching, and mounting to skateboard
Mounted pics coming soon.
I wanted the same style just with a few changes like a stock airbox, gauges. After picking up and adding set of 92 ZX7 forks the bike looked back heavy with a big seat. I like the cafe look but am not looking for that look on this bike. And a brat style seat best fit my riding position. Divided to create my own. I dont know how to work with metal, so metal seat pan was out of the question. How can i carve one out of wood that would be strong enough to support my weight (150lbs), and has to last a few years of constant use. A skateboard thats 8 7/8in wide fit the bill.
Then to test and visualize the fit. Plus had high density closed cell foam custom cut to fit with a half inch overhang.
Then went to a custom furniture building company. They deal with large orders for high-end couches, chairs. That means premium leather scraps that can be had for very cheap. Plus they have the tools and knowledge to do exactly what I need.
2 days later
Now I have 4 pre-made holes that I can use for mounting.
Cost total: $185
$15 blank skateboard. Prostyle
$30 custom cut seat foam
$140 leather, stitching, and mounting to skateboard
Mounted pics coming soon.