Shadow to Bobber

Found a 2004 Shadow vlx 600 with less than 1800 miles. Took about 45 days to powder coat and rattle cans. Final seat I settled on a LaRosa. Powder coat wheels add white wall tires still left to complete. Was a great summer project. Originally posted August 27th 2015. Had seven hundred thousand views but was taken down because of music. So this one does not have any music with it. I hope you enjoy the build. Be sure to subscribe as more videos to come.

[@EcFlipz]

Most bobber builds I see online go so crazy with it, but because of your video, I am dying to build my own bobber! You made such a clean and simple build. This gave me the confidence to try it on my own! Great job

[@theefam20]

Thanks. used the kiss method. Keep it simple stupid... have any questions feel free to ask. also please subscribe if you haven't already.

[@tankanic6151]

Man am I glad I came across this vid. I've watched so much videos on bobber builds and they make it look complicated as hell but you made it look nice and simple. Definitely subscribing. Awesome bike man.

[@theefam20]

thanks. so also have a easy axe throwing target build. check it out.

[@DeadLoyalist]

Nice bike man! The subtle touches, clean design, and that sound!! 😍Great build.

[@theefam20]

Thanks for the feedback. Love riding it , so simple.

[@jonathanhose]

Great video! Really moves along and shows the process... Thank you!

[@theefam20]

Thank you.

[@jaimegomez2200]

Thanks!!! Really helpful! Was thinkikng of buying that same model and this video really helped me to have an idea of how the bike its made.

[@jamiedale6301]

About to make the leap from a '08 Ninja650 to a '94 Shadow 1100 when I saw this. Looks fantastic!

[@theefam20]

Nice.. I'm sure it will look awesome when your done. Post it somewhere and let me know. I would love to see it.

[@valtito9297]

ANYWAY GOOD WORK LOOKS FANTASTIC!

[@gioo8955]

Now that’s a fucking bike man

[@theefam20]

thanks.

[@te_lo_sico2105]

I just got my first motorcycle and it’s a shadow 600. Trying to do something like this soon .. good video

[@theefam20]

nice. good luck to ya. hope it goes well. keep it simple.

[@theaveragebikergarage]

Those NBs are fresh as fuck nice to see them in a bobber build 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@wayneelliott9523]

Nice job on the bobber!

[@theefam20]

thank you.

[@zacksrandomprojects9698]

Where can I get one of those magic tarps?! Sweet bike man!

[@theefam20]

Harbor Freight

[@valtito9297]

PLEASE TELL ME WHERE YOU GOT THE BLUE TARP!!!!!! THAT WAS AMAZING!

[@gphilipc2031]

Gotta ride it like da Wolverine does.

[@theefam20]

agreed...

[@jorgedejesusnegron3171]

Good Job Cool 👍👍👍👍

[@theefam20]

Thank you..

[@luisagarrido7368]

Excelente bobber, podés decirme dónde conseguiste el asiento??

[@theefam20]

La marca La Rosa que compré en Ebay.

[@codycouch4330]

Super sick build definitely subscribed is it for sale ?

[@theefam20]

Hard to sell it, to many heads turn and comments on it. But eventually everything has a price. Thanks for comment.

[@noahmaher9281]

How much did this cost you to do? also would you be able to link us where you got the exhaust, tail lights seat and pan?

[@jacobydavis3953]

Nojomojo .

[@BrownieCak3s]

Hello sir, well done on the bike. I am very curious as to what part you slipped on the rear fender cut to close it off at around 6:15 in the video! Did you make that yourself or were you able to purchase it from somewhere? If so, what’s it called and where can I get my hands on it??

[@theefam20]

I ordered a seat kit I will post the link below. I did call them personally in order the kit without the seat. I wanted a LaRosa seat for this bike. 11" SPRING SEAT KIT SHADOW 600 - Blue Collar Bobbers bluecollarbobbers.com/shop/11-spring-seat-kit-shadow-600/

[@TheTaino1986]

Does this cover the cut part?

[@Calltothelordduties]

When you cut the part at the end with grinder Did u need to weld anything

[@theefam20]

No welded needed on the build.

[@martinphilippbello6451]

Hi! I would like to know where did you get that slip on attachment for the rear signal lights and adaptive thing for the seat? Thank you..

[@theefam20]

Check out blue collar bobber website. I had to call them and ordered just the seat bracket kit. it Cam with the caps to cover and holes for lights. it just worked out for me.

[@blackjesus159]

Do you have a part number for it?

[@erkthejerkjerk5024]

I need one of those magic tarps!

[@theefam20]

I will sale you one. 49.99 . it might not work but worth the try.

[@reggiesparks4357]

Nice build . No fenders?

[@theefam20]

Nope. Not at all.. watch the weather for no rain..

[@ryanhagerty9861]

Nice!! Im doing the same to my Shadow now. Nice amd easy.

[@theefam20]

Awesome.. hope video helps..

[@kanoofficial6725]

Could you please tell me where you bought your seat ??

[@theefam20]

I purchased all the parts except seat brackets on ebay. the seat is a LaRosa brand. search LaRosa seats and you should come across many. or check out their website. good luck to ya.

[@chrischairez7359]

Just bought a 2006 750 Shadow man I have a few questions. Get back to me please 😭 it's my first build I have a few questions

[@theefam20]

Ask away. Lots of questions answered throughout the thread. Anything I can help with.

[@sangapikula8865]

Hi i got the Honda shadow vt750 and how much to upgrade it to a bopper please

[@theefam20]

I had a rough estimate calculated. I sold all the parts I pulled off of it on ebay to try to keep cost low. lights chain guard , seat etc.. I bought almost everything on Ebay I needed. safe to say around 6 to 7 houndred.

[@Пата-р6ч]

Good afternoon, why didn't you change the chain to a belt ? After all, in the United States there is such a set for the shadow

[@theefam20]

good point. I will think on it. I kept the engine, belt, tires etc.. in tact so I could keep it to minimal cost and a big change.

[@davidlisboa41]

What kind of kit did you buy??

[@theefam20]

Only kit I bought was the seat converter from blue collar bobbers

[@backyardr.c.channel4732]

Nice build man! Did you have to re jet the carb and did you remove all the emission stuff?

[@theefam20]

I did not re jet the carb, and only thing I did was wrap the pipes. It had a hole drilled in the pipes prior for more bass.

[@stuttgurth]

@@theefam20 Where roughly is the hole drilled?

[@theefam20]

@@stuttgurth looks like about 2 inches from the end of pipe.

[@firstreformedharrisburg]

Cool video! What are you cutting off about 10:30, passenger pegs?

[@theefam20]

Yes, removed pegs and cut off mounts. grind even and hit it with a short blast prime and black paint to blend.

[@markkiger5219]

I really like those bars. Would be interested to know the details about those.

[@theefam20]

thanks for the question. funny I got asked. about the handle bars, gas tank, and what size back tire did you put on. answer .. all of them are the original parts. just looks beefier when trimmed down. powder coated the handle bar, tank and part of headlamp.

[@kylebarrows4676]

you're a beast bro!!! how much do you think it'd cost me REALISTICALLY to do the same exact thing at a shop?

[@theefam20]

I wouldn't know how to price 80 an hour for labor would be most expense. I will just sell you mine. make an offer .. lol

[@luisnavarrete4539]

Where did you get the air intake or if you coukd provide me the link would be appreciate it

[@theefam20]

ebay.. try www.ebay.com/itm/Spike-Air-Cleaner-Kit-Filter-Intake-For-Honda-Shadow-600-Vlx600-99-12-Black-/333407385538?_trksid=p2349624.m46890.l49292

[@Tonelowk1]

Hi. I have the exact same bike. I was wondering when installing the spike on the air box if rejetting the carb necessary?

[@theefam20]

no I was surprised that I did not have to. the bike was I. Ride after you get on then you will know I'm sure. good luck.

[@minutemadevideos2135]

I have a question, I cut the fender part of the frame off and I’m stuck and don’t know what to do now, what did you do for the side cover and where you made your cut? I’d really appreciate it, thank you

[@nikotoniko]

vous avez acheter ou la selle complet avec la plaque en dessous merci

[@theefam20]

Thanks.

[@kanoofficial6725]

Could you Add the links to where you bought all your upgrades ??

[@nickjurgle7131]

Check out blue collar bobbers

[@amdoutdoors3530]

what did you put on the back where you cut the sub frame off?

[@theefam20]

blue collar bobber has a seat kit I used.

[@israelsantiagojr5056]

Where did u buy the spike air filter???

[@theefam20]

Ebay. google search this Spike Air Cleaner Intake Filter For Honda Shadow Spirit ACE 1100 750 1998-2008

[@jeffschier]

I probably watch this video once a week. Do you still have this bike? What size La Rosa did you go with?

[@theefam20]

16" seat. I bought seat kit from blue collar bobbers. I had to call them and buy just the seat bracket only. They don't show it to sell online just with seats. I still have it waiting for the weather to break to get right back out riding. Will probably put white walls on it this summer.

[@jeffschier]

theefam20 Awesome, thank you. I’m sure everyone would love to see more of the bike, if you ever get a chance to make another video!

[@DukexGx]

Nice bike. Where did you get the tag mount??

[@theefam20]

thanks bought it on Ebay. used stainless steel u bolts to mount it. bought from Lowes.

[@DukexGx]

@@theefam20 Thank you.

[@theefam20]

even better I found it for you Ebay search copy and paste. Black Side Mount License Plate Tail Light Holder For Chopper Bobber Cafe Racer

[@valtito9297]

OH I SEE YOU GOT ME HEHE!

[@davidsnead8993]

Great vid

[@jamesgodden7620]

Hi, lovely looking bike (at the end!) I'm thinking of using a shadow to build my own. I can't see the rear shocks though, was this already a hard tail conversion or is there a year of shadow with concealed rear shocks? Or am I just blind?

[@theefam20]

sorry for delay. the rear shock is under the seat. I was told it is adjustable and for soft to stiff. I never messed with it.

[@AliAl-oj6gi]

what kind of seat you got ?

[@theefam20]

La Rosa is what I finally settled on. As you can see in the video I tried a couple of different ones but they were just too small. Purchased it on eBay.

[@AliAl-oj6gi]

Thank you sir the base of the seat what did u get or did you buy the whole set ready? And can u provide me some links it will help me a lot thank u.

[@theefam20]

@@AliAl-oj6gi seat separate and bought the lower parts from Blue collar bobbers

[@AliAl-oj6gi]

theefam20 thank you for your help god bless you.

[@theefam20]

@@AliAl-oj6gi anytime. good luck on build.

[@THISACOUNTWASTAKENFROMME]

What did you use to mount the rear blinkers Bossman ?

[@theefam20]

had a hole drilled on each side and took the light bolt straight into the hole. worked out good.

[@theefam20]

I had to call Blue Collar Bobbers and ordered just the seat bracket kit. they were very helpful in the parts I needed. the kit is complete with seat and all. I told them I only needed the bracket kit. bluecollarbobbers.com/shop/11-spring-seat-kit-shadow-600/

[@rickyboo7850]

Where did you get your actual seat from? I was interested in getting just the bracket kit from BCB as well but wasn’t sure if it’s easy to get a seat elsewhere and still have it fit, since their seats are already designed to fit perfect. But I’d like to take the same route you did

[@theefam20]

@rickyboo7850 Bought on Ebay back then, Larosa seats. They have a facebook site and you can search in ebay as well. Try Larosa seat shopping only in google search.

[@joelgarner667]

Cool video showing the whole process. What seat kit did you use?

[@theefam20]

I had to call Blue Collar Bobbers and ordered just the seat bracket kit. they were very helpful in the parts I needed. the kit is complete with seat and all. I told them I only needed the bracket kit. bluecollarbobbers.com/shop/11-spring-seat-kit-shadow-600/ Bought seat on ebay LaRosa seat.

[@theefam20]

drilled a hole in brackets and straight bolt in.

[@blackorizuru934]

where did you get the seat kit? was it from this website bluecollarbobbers.com/explore-kits/honda-kits/ ?

[@theefam20]

@@blackorizuru934 Yes, but I got only seat bracket and cut kit from them i did not buy the seat with it. you have to call them and ask. I believe the kits come with seats. I bought a different seat on Ebay.

[@blackorizuru934]

@@theefam20 QUESTION! Do I really have to do the cutting part? what if I just replace the rear fender with a lower better looking fender and just leave the support brace uncut. Making it look more like a sportster?

[@theefam20]

@@blackorizuru934 do what feels good for you. you can always come back and cut. you can't go back and add after you cut.

[@blackorizuru934]

@@theefam20 thank you! but I don't necessarily have to cut it right?

[@davem8836]

Looks good but lemme see if I have this straight. You take a perfectly good motorcycle and chop it to pieces. Now you have no brake light, tail light or turn signals. Then, remove the rear fender so if you get caught in the rain, water pisses all over you when riding. Have I got this about right?

[@theefam20]

okay okay. you got me.. start by saying it has brake light added.. also led turn signals front and back. and most importantly I have the weatherbug app to help with that no back fender.. Thanks for all the concerns but im safe.

[@theefam20]

www.hondashadow.net/threads/3-wire-oem-to-2-led-how-to-keep-your-running-light-blinker-combo.116607/ will help with led lights

[@Tommy81.519]

Where did you get that cone filter?

[@theefam20]

Thanks for looking at the video. I got most of the items on Ebay. Type in the following on eBay should take you to it. Spike Air Cleaner Kit Filter Intake For Honda Shadow 600 Vlx600 '99-'12 Black