I took my time putting everything back together, I was waiting on few small bits (like the column lock, preventing me from putting the steering column on..) and also polished / cleaned up / replaced screws, nuts, aluminum, chrome, repainted the exhaust with temp rated paint, etc. Tip: easy way to clean up metal, chrome (only use steel wool on chrome- no sandpaper) , metal; basic steps: med sand paper (enough to get level surface) followed by some 400, then 800 or 1000, then finish with fine steel wool, (steel wool will buff and take out any lines or directional patterns from the sanding) amazing!, my levers came out so nice! Also used a can of silver and black to touch small misc parts. Makes for a nice clean overall look (ex. - painted my plastic engine cover, and kick stand metal)
I ran out of funds and was not able purchase some of the replacement items, including: a new front saddle seat, new speedo,better- non "duck" horn, headlight bezel, electronic switch, kick lever, allstate badge, floor rails... and more chrome stuff, and upgrades like: crash bars, back rest, rear rack, to name a few. My goal is to have a very classic look but with tasteful mod undertones, without getting too ridiculous or gaudy. I will be finishing off the list soon, just not now.
Mechanically everything is working great. Took her out for a few test rides, made a few adjustments, so far, better than ever!
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