YAMAHA STRYKER STRETCHED BAGGER CONVERSION! WITH FRONT AND REAR AIR RIDE! - COMPLETE BUILD BREAKDOWN

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The community has spoken so here it is. This is the full build breakdown video of my 2011 Yamaha Star Stryker. I bought this bike brand new in 2011 and starting modding it before I even got it home. It has made quite the transformation in the past 9 years and today I spill most of the secrets on the good and not so good decisions on the build progress. As of right now it is a completed project...but that doesn't mean we have to stop..right? Be sure to subscribe to see what's next for the channel!
*NOTE - I am NOT a professional motorcycle builder or fabricator. This is done as a hobby only. All advice should be taken lightly and professional opinion/work should be performed if you decide to tackle a similar project. I am an amateur at best!*
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[@michaelb.42112]

That looks like one of the most custom Strykers I've ever seen, and I love it. The Stryker rules !

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Thanks! I’ve put a low profile tour pack on it since this video. Check out the video on my channel! 🤙🏻

[@michaelb.42112]

@@SignMeUpDesigns What's your other channel ?

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

@@michaelb.42112 Same channel, different video. Here’s the link. 👇 kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4a4mnqjlrqZpa8

[@mattes5286]

Wow , ich habe nur die original-Stryker Bj.2015 , eine wundervolle Maschine hast du da geschaffen...RESPEKT!!

[@joellong7749]

Awesome bike!!!!! Great job working with what was available and coming up with some great ways to modify a really fun bike to ride. there's a great community of Stryker riders that love making the bikes their own design.

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Thank you for the support!

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

@@hivibes2656 No. it’s the factory rake.

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

@@hivibes2656 They are modified 2013 and down Harley saddlebag mounts. I had to modify the mounting points and shorten the width to match the rear fender.

[@jaykatcher1769]

Beautiful,,, great job

[@seanhobbs1989]

I really appreciate you taking time out of your day and showing that beautiful piece of art thats absolutely beautiful I've been doing alot of research on the raider and stryker debating on what to buy you just made it super clear for me so thanks again wow

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Thanks so much for the kind words. I’ve seen a few raiders look just as nice, but I’m obviously a little biased towards my Stryker. 😏 Good luck with the new ride!

[@seanhobbs1989]

@@SignMeUpDesigns yes sir id be on my way to get it right now if the weather wasn't so crappy lol

[@rogelsalamanca4559]

Love

[@outruckinggamer7247]

That's so sick!!!

[@nexlevelgarage7870]

Nice setup.

[@royaltytwo]

That bike is sooooooo sick!

[@Mike-kr3qs]

Just awesome ,,, wish I had the know how to do something similar to mine

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Thanks! For me it was all about knowing it was possible. From there it was trial and error and talking to the right people...and spending a little 💰 of course.

[@SheaTowne]

Yeah you did a great job on your bike. I've got a Yamaha Stryker. The adci and I can't find any aftermarket parts

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Thank you!

[@dorsey19711]

Nice job

[@GS-eg9kc]

if my 2014 Stryker looked like your , i never would have sold it

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

I have a hard time letting things go. I’ll keep adding to this one until I run out of ideas, then I’ll sell it. This is the first, and only vehicle I’ve ever purchased brand new.

[@sergiomunoz9874]

I love the bags brother

[@dco956]

Cool vid....

[@3613jeremy]

I so want something like this for my Raider

[@chucklindsey9826]

Great looking bike

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Thank you!

[@dontaneneal6244]

cool builds

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Thank you! 🤙🏻

[@3613jeremy]

Serious talent here I'm trying to do mods on my Raider one mod I did was buying some cheaper HD softail floorboards and removed the Harley connection and ordered the kuryakyn splined peg adapters then bought a grade 8 bolt that screwed in the kuryakyn adapter and used spacers and washers

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Thank you. Your thought process is like mine. Just because it’s not made for it doesn’t mean it won’t work!

[@thecustomevobagger8083]

I bought a set of stretched bags from baggers bags and I could never get all the flaws out of The bags some spots were so thin I could stick my finger through without even trying I went and found a different company that was a couple hundred dollars more and i’ve been installing them for a few days but I’m a lot happier with the new ones do not order any bags from baggers bag

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

You are absolutely correct. Which company did you end up going with?

[@aarronwootton]

I'd love a center stand on my Stryker.

[@dozsh12]

Great job on the bike!! 😍🔥💯👍🏾 I wish I had the skill to build one like yours. It would have saved a ton of 💵. My Harley is draining my pockets!!

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

😂 I feel your pain. I’m rebuilding an 07 street glide and already about a grand over budget!

[@mikeharrison6570]

@@SignMeUpDesigns where did you get the air ride kit and the rear brackets, saddle bags, and fender for your bike. I’m having a hard time finding the stuff for my Yamaha.

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

@@mikeharrison6570 I don’t think you’ll ever find any kits like this ready to go. All of my parts were sourced online for different models and I had to custom fit everything. The rear air used to be a bolt on kit but I believe most companies quit making them after Yamaha discontinued the Stryker model a few years ago. If you watch the video again I explain most of what applications I had to use for this build.

[@mikejimenez7076]

Do you have a link for the headlight?

[@raptorgamer8878]

Bro just killed it..ain't no one got shit on u..

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

My man. 💪🏼

[@Biggreenonline]

Hey bud how’s it going. I just bought a 2011 Stryker. I was looking to do the same set up. Air front and back and bags with 6” extenders. 26” big wheel. This is my first bike I have no knowledge about bikes. 4 wheelers gas vehicles, and diesel. Any way I can pick your brain and ask questions

[@bemamedina2876]

I have a 2013 would u consider doin another been tryin to see who can do a bag conversation

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Honestly I only work on my own stuff now. All of the body work for the fender was done by a local shop regardless, so basically all I did was the saddlebags and wiring. If I were you I’d reach out to a motorcycle fab shop or body shop and see if they would help you out.

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Check this video out. We put a Harley Davidson low profile tour pack on this same Stryker! 👇 kzbin.info/www/bejne/i4a4mnqjlrqZpa8

[@sirtnfol8476]

I have the same license plate

[@jdmuce95]

You have all the right to brag brother!

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Thank you! I’m anything but arrogant. I just like cool stuff. And if I can’t buy it, I figure it out other ways.

[@eriickson5058]

Is the headlight housing a direct replacement and did you have to make any modifications to make it work?

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

It’s not a direct bolt in. It’s actually an inexpensive eBay light. I don’t love it because it’s plastic but it had the best look for the bike in my opinion. It took some modification to the mount location to make it work and I think I had to invert the bracket. It’s been so long I actually don’t remember. It wasn’t super difficult to make it work.

[@Airsoft1199]

Found this video through a forum, what air suspension parts did you use to get both the front and rear on air? I may be picking a stryker up soon and I definitely want to run air suspension on it.

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

The info for the rear air is in the video. The front air is the only part of the build I won’t share. The info is out there if you do some research.

[@DaleyAdventures]

Hi mate the bike looks unreal I really like it. With the front air would you build and sell the kits??. Also why didn't you run one compressor for front and rear

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Thank you! I’m not really interested in selling kits. Mainly for liability reasons. I definitely could have one compressor to a tank to control front and rear. I actually did it this way on my Sportster build if you look at my other videos. I didn’t do it for this build only because I did the rear in 2012, and the front in 2017. It was just easier. If I had done them both at the same time I most definitely would have used one compressor.

[@DaleyAdventures]

@@SignMeUpDesigns so with the front air ride I have been looking around and like you said the aftermarket support for the stryker is not great. I live in AUS and its even worse over here. I would love to know some more info on the front air ride.

[@bryanholley]

That looks awesome!! Is the air ride on the front necessary? I know the one on back is for ground clearance for the bags, just curious if the front is necessary or just a nice to have? Regardless, wicked job!!

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Thank you! To be honest, neither was necessary. The rear air ride was one of the first things I did, years before I ever considered the bag conversion. When I did the bags I decided to do the front air too. I really wanted the “slammed” look when parked. 🤙🏻

[@Mike-kr3qs]

Now that I've watched your video 6 times , I'm very interested.im getting a street glide this spring and keeping my Stryker to play with and paining on doing something very close to what you have done . If you don't mind telling me how that front airide works and what had to be done to use air

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

I can’t share the info on the front air ride. That’s the only part of the build I want to keep to myself. The info is out there if you search hard enough.

[@Mike-kr3qs]

@@SignMeUpDesigns very good ,, I'll do my home work

[@lightfoot652]

i forgot to ask is the rear tire stock? if not what size is it?? tku p.s i cant stop looking at this daam bike im in love..

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Yes factory 210 rear tire.

[@dirtysouthstreetbikes7970]

I'd sure like some info on the front wheel conversion....

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Easy. Called SMT Machining and told them what wheel I wanted and what bike I had. They sent it to me with the tire mounted, matching rotor installed and then I put it on. New fender and that was that. The Stryker comes with enough rake to fit it.

[@bryanholley]

Question on the 3 air rides, did they all cost the same to purchase? I know the install was done by yourself, just curious on the price to purchase each one? Thanks man, love the bike! (Mine’s a Raider, would the same 3 air rides work for mine?)

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

I know the Raider used to have a rear air ride kit that was a bolt on. I think low and mean sold it for around $800. This rear kit is an arnotts air suspension for a Suzuki hayabusa. Look into platinum air suspension too. There is no front air suspension available for the Stryker or raider. It is a totally custom setup I made myself.

[@manuelibarra7667]

Bro I'm trying to cholo my 04 kawasaki vulcan drifter 800 and hot damn dude the aftermarket community sucks for me too

[@Mr.NpK143]

Shit's dope...

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

🤙🏻

[@nathanieljones916]

Nice.. Where did you get the bags from?

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

eBay. I explain more in depth in the video. 🤙🏻

[@JUSTLIKESEX]

Hey man can you send me a link to that headlight and housing

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

I can’t find the same one I bought. I got it like 5 years ago so it may be discontinued. If you search for “motorcycle headlight with visor” there’s some similar ones. Good luck!

[@ryancheco4794]

If you’re building a bike I think getting a dyna would make more since since the aftermarket parts and second hand parts are widely available and cheap

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Very true for the ones who like readily available, bolt on parts. I personally like pulling up to events where I stand out from the crowd where you see the same old stuff.

[@Yamaha_Bolt]

Not my style but I love my Stryker and I watched this because you’re clearly a true professional. Respect. Can you let me know where you got the fuel cap ring, I want one in black.

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Thanks for the nice words. I honestly don’t remember exactly where I got it. But I do remember that it is a gauge cluster ring for an older Peterbuilt semi truck. I did that mod back in 2011 so unfortunately I don’t recall the exact website I got it from. Good luck with the search.

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Go to bigrigchromeshop.com and type in part number UP20554. That’s the one I used. They don’t have one in black but you can easily paint it.

[@Yamaha_Bolt]

@@SignMeUpDesigns thanks so much. Just ordered. I’ll plasti-dip black maybe. I wish I could find a black gas gap.

[@brent_2862]

@@SignMeUpDesigns I'm interested in ordering one too! How did you go about adhering it to the tank?

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

It’s a super tight fit so I actually didn’t, and still don’t use any adhesive. When the gas cap goes back on its tight enough to not move at all. I did try double sided tape first but it made it a little too high to lock the cap back on.

[@thacker86]

Bike looks great! What's the kind of paint you used?

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

That’s actually one question I don’t know the answer to. I gave it to the painter and said to make it black. The tank was done by a different painter and I believe the grey and silver he used were Chevy colors.

[@thacker86]

Apologies I wasn't specific on the parts I was referring to. You talked about a high heat paint that you used for some of the engine parts. That's what I was curious about.

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Ah. Duplicolor High Heat Low Gloss Black Engine Enamel.

[@dorsey19711]

Can I get one made for a 2004 Yamaha road star xv1700

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

I’m not really taking on any custom orders right now. What would you be looking for? A center stand?

[@lightfoot652]

i absolutly want this exact set up i will b forever happy would you pls give me a list or hiw much im looking at from stock pls.

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

I can’t give you an exact list, but for the entire build I probably have around $6000 in parts, not including my labor or body shop work. The wheel, tire and rotor was around $2500 and the paint work for just the gas tank was $1000. It’s not cheap, but cheaper than building a Harley.

[@lightfoot652]

@@SignMeUpDesigns tku,tku,tku this bike look is all i need i love what you did with it,its perfect...

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Thank you for the nice words! 🤙🏻

[@lightfoot652]

@@SignMeUpDesigns you earned it brother.....you have good ideas.

[@Jdr18]

Nice ride. How much did it cost for you to do center stand? You should make and sell them I would buy it. I have same stryker 2011 and I’m always looking for custom parts for it but like you said there isn’t much. Cheers!!

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

All in I would say I have a couple hundred bucks into the center stand. In my original design I had it totally bolt on. But it didn’t have much stability and swayed a little so I ended up welding the plate to the frame. It’s super solid now. If I had enough interest I would consider redesigning it and attempting another bolt on version. I kept the template from v1 just in case. Would anyone else reading this be interested?

[@yammietillidie2779]

@@SignMeUpDesigns the raider is pretty similar, you check to see if theres a way to make it fit both to widen your interests and make more$$$

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Great idea. If I ever get the chance to do another one I’ll definitely look into it. Unfortunately there probably won’t be a way for it to be totally bolt on without drilling into the frame. A lot of people get super nervous about that. Me on the other hand...well just look at all my other bikes. 😂

[@DaleyAdventures]

@@SignMeUpDesigns yes i would be interested in this kit

[@TheDjronshownuff]

Hey I have a road star, will your center stand work on my bike

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

I made it specifically to fit on my Stryker. But the road star is probably a similar setup.

[@mr_sinister]

Have the same question. Can I possibly see your design...

[@mr_sinister]

Nevermind, can't put that on the Road Star...

[@user-pp8cq6rv5u]

Do you customize Strykers or can you share the information of the person who helped you

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

I did everything myself except the paint work.

[@christopherhuggins3212]

You ain't lying when you say the aftermarket for the stryker and vstar 1300 are non existent

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

And unfortunately the Stryker is discontinued so I don’t expect anything new to come out.

[@pitin321]

What year Harley saddlebags?

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

2013 and down. Hindsight I should have used the 14+ because the lids latch way easier.

[@chrisgallo6722]

Waiting on the rebel video

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

I’ll probably throw that into the next video with the CB750.

[@chrisgallo6722]

@@SignMeUpDesigns the videos are awesome keep them coming

[@rodneybryant3175]

Where are you in SC

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

Charleston area. 🤙🏻

[@rodneybryant3175]

@@SignMeUpDesigns would like to get up with you on the front and rear air ride possibly.

[@williampetrey662]

"Kinda built this on a budget" Spends 1300 on front wheel. Lol beautiful bike!

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

😂 I mean for a 26” wheel in 2012, it’s not terrible. And im pretty sure it was closer to $2300 after the rotor and tire. Thanks man! 🤙🏻

[@williampetrey662]

@@SignMeUpDesigns oh I wouldnt doubt it bro! That is a super cool bike no matter what. I love it!!

[@mustangguns7230]

Dddaaaaamnnnnn

[@lifebetweenthelines8576]

Please tell me you have an Instagram account for this bike.. it has been (and will always be) my inspiration for my striker build. 🥰

[@SignMeUpDesigns]

I do have an Instagram. It’s @the_brianrogers. I built this bike originally before Instagram was popular (2011) but I’ve documented most of the recent upgrades there as well as all of the other bikes I own and work on. Thanks for the nice words!