How should I attach my seat? - Project Bike Build -Part 45

Making progress again, spending a lot of time trying not to mess up cutting the kindly provided seat hoop.

[@motorcyclerescuer]

Definitely an interesting watch. The rear may look less confusing once a mudguard is there. Others have suggested welding changes, all i say is that you give the work done a good strengh test afterwards. But i already know that you will so arent worried. Its your build and your bike so keep enjoying it Ryan.

[@neilpenny1970]

Hi Ryan, As you have cut the middle section out that supports the back 2 Fins as i now call them (the 2 end plates that stick out from the suspension mounting points backwards), you may have lost some structural strength and rigidity at the back end so it might be worth considering putting a plate between the 2 fins and then possibly look to shorten the fins, mounting the rear mudguard to the plate you have made to bolt the seat to. Just checking the plate thickness with you as it looks a tad thin to support the seat, frame and the weight of a rider. keep up the good work though, its looking great so far.

[@RyansGarageUK]

Hi Neil, i am planning to shorten the fins and also to add back in a little more strength with firmly fixing the seat hoop to the remaining section. The weight of me is being taken by the sides of the seat being in direct contact with the hoop and the 2mm strip is just fixing the seat into place. So hopefully it will all be strong enough

[@stephenwalsh8184]

🏍👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@kawasaki200z]

Hallo Rayan, I think if you lower the frame for the seat 1 -1.5 inch, it would look much nicer.

[@RyansGarageUK]

Hi, Thanks for the suggestion. I have put the frame at this height based on where I feel the seat feels best for me. I think the camera must be making it look higher than it is, as it's no higher then a standard superdream.

[@visionarioinmateria5659]

AQUI TAMBÉM É UM DESAFIO ALINHAR A ESTRUTURA DESTE QUADRO, PARA PROJETOS CAFÉ RACER. MAS TEM QUE POR A CRIATIVIDADE PARA FUNCIONAR! O PROJETO TA FICANDO BEM INTERESSANTE!

[@RyansGarageUK]

Thank you.

[@humourless682]

Why not lower the rear loop? Easy enough to do, and will work better and look nicer.

[@RyansGarageUK]

Hi, The seat heigh is where it feels comfortable to me, I can put both feet flat on the floor at this height, so I'm not trying to lower it. But you may be correct on the looks.

[@humourless682]

@@RyansGarageUK It looks hideous and it seems a shame to put so much work into it? I would cut off the stock rear subframe, and make something lower, smaller and more compact out of 5/8 tube.

[@RyansGarageUK]

@@humourless682 sorry you feel that way. But i will not be removing the subframe, as i do not have the skills nor experience to create such a critical part of the bike. I have only started welding a few weeks ago and this is my very first attempt at such a project. I understand your point, and thank you for you suggestion. Ryan

[@humourless682]

@@RyansGarageUK Many years ago, I carried out extensive modifications on a Yamaha trials bike, with a stick welder, and like you was very much a beginner. if you are not confident though, probably a good idea to avoid changing the subframe

[@Mid-Knife-Crisis69]

I must agree. It looks absolutely terrible. And structurely dangerous. Sorry ✌🏻

[@Mid-Knife-Crisis69]

I do watch this channel and really worry sometimes. Reminds me of the Johnny Cash record. I really do admire your spirit, but your approach is very hap hazard and unsafe, in my opinion. Safety first. Have you checked your welds? Did you jig/reinforce the frame before removing all the rear parts? As this has probably moved! You could have bought an original honda for the money you have spent. Please take care on this thing!

[@RyansGarageUK]

Hi, thank you for your comment and concerns. I am certainly learning from zero previous experience although i will be sure to double check my welding when its complete, and the single very thin bracket i removed will be replaced by this significantly stronger seat hoop. I do know it would have been far more sensible and easier to have just bought an XL to begin with. But please understand i am doing this for the joy of trying and learning. It may not be great, but the next one will be better (I hope). Ryan