Tard Vision Quest... '09 Husqvarna SM 610 build (pic heavy)

[stromgal]

That is waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay sharp.  

[miles]

Your Husky sure looks a lot better than mine does right now:

[Virginian]

Damn miles. It breaks my heart seeing your Husky like that.   I sure hope you get her back together soon.

Eric

[miles]

Thanks.  I'll be happy to get it rolling again.


Back in happier times:

[Mastros2]

Nice, I like the new stickers!  

[Virginian]

I installed the swingarm stickers today.



I had to trim them a bit. Here's what I trimmed off. Tyler and I were guesstimating the dimensions over the phone as best we could. I'm very happy with the outcome.

[Virginian]

I installed a Leo Vince X3.



Installing the spark arrestor.


Gotta love the Italians, even the rubber stopper to cover the screw hole to install the spark arrester has a logo on it.  


After the install, I noticed the left kick panel rests on the carbon fiber muffler hanger. Is this OK? Or should I trim some off the plastic there so it doesn't melt?


Ready to roll! When I have a few more shekels, I buy a JD tuner. I posted on this thread, I didn't want to clutter the forum with another thread.


Next I installed a Seat Concepts seat cover with the grip material on the top and carbon fiber faux on the sides with red stitching. I got the tailbone area of the foam cut out and filled with low density foam so you get the effect of the tailbone channel without the sag in the cover. A no charge adjustment from Seat Concepts! Overall I'm very happy with how it turned out except where the seat screw holds the seat on. Kind of looks amateurish the way it bunches up when fastened. I open for suggestion from anyone on how to remedy this.

[Virginian]

That is waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaay sharp.  

Thanks! Very kind of you!

Eric

[Virginian]

One last item, I had to laugh at the stopper that came with the Leo Vince.  


I'm chipping away at my Tard Vision Quest! I hope you guys and gals are enjoying the ride along.  

Eric

[Virginian]

A long overdue update.
Here's a long overdue update... What can I say, life have been overwhelming this winter. This installment I've installed a new/used set of DirtBagz, Rizoma Zero11 LED turn signals, Rizoma universal license plate bracket with LED plate light. I trimmed the stock rear fender to tidy up the rear of the bike a bit.

First the DirtBagz were used but never installed. I purchased them and went to install only to find out the nuts and bolts pack and the muffler shield were missing. Caveat Emptor! I should have just purchased a new set. The missing parts came to $50 plus shipping. So much for saving a buck...

Then after installing the brackets and mounting the bags, someone had cut one of the straps to where it would barely reach.



Not cool....



The straps that go across the rear fender are going to chaff the new sticker job that I did so I need to come up with some sort of buffer pad there to help slow down the inevitable.



There's some extra strap anchors on each side that I have no idea what they're for? Mu best guess is to maybe strap it under the fender and frame as well for added protection. Any ideas?



It cold as heck out so I'm enjoying the puny wood stove that i installed in the garage last year.

(more to come)

[Virginian]

Before assembling it all back together, I quickly wired up & mounted the Rizoma Zero11 LED turn signals. I liked these in particular because they could be viewed a from the front, side and rear. They are light, small and out of the way of the muffler.


I'll post a short video so you can gauge the brightness yourself.


I'm really pleased how these came out and look on the bike.





Next I installed the Rizoma license plate bracket and cut up the stock rear fender. I still need to sand some of the rough parts where I made the cuts but you get the idea. Honestly, this bracket is a work of art and adapts to what ever angle your looking for. Yes, I could just make a bracket on the cheap but i wanted it to look like it was designed not an after thought.




LED plate light, keeping it legal in VA.

(more to come)

[Virginian]

The kit comes with either Euro or US spec mounting plates and turn signal brackets to mount to it as well. My spare parts will be up for sale in the classified section here shortly.


The finished project.



Here's a short video to see the signals and plate light.


In conclusion I think it's appropriate that I tart up my wife cheater with some jewelry on Valentine's Day. The Rizomo accesoriesa are top shelf and their craftsmanship is second to none.

As always, thanks for reading.

Eric

[Virginian]

Added a 610 Case Saver from 7602racing.com


Next up is to install new handgrips and Symtec heating elements. Freak'n brilliant of me to install these as winter comes to close here in the east....

[miles]

I never felt the need to install heated grips on my Husky 450SMRR.  The grips vibrate so damned much the friction alone keeps my hands plenty toasty.

That is one sweet looking SuMo you've got there, sir.  Very sweet indeed.

[Moto Morphin Power Ranger]

Beautiful  

[R Doug]

That is sharp.    


How long before you believe you'll lose your license with too many points?  

[Virginian]

That is sharp.    


How long before you believe you'll lose your license with too many points?  

Doug, If you and Sherri roll north up to VA on that new orange sidehack, you can try it out yourself! Free room and board at my log home with a garage for the bike at Casa de Virginian.  

Eric

[R Doug]

Much thanks.  In case you haven't noticed my trend in bikes, I'm moving to a pipe and slipper mood.  I'll save my license by riding the Guzzi.  

[mugwump58]

[Virginian]

I never felt the need to install heated grips on my Husky 450SMRR.  The grips vibrate so damned much the friction alone keeps my hands plenty toasty.

That is one sweet looking SuMo you've got there, sir.  Very sweet indeed.

I know exactly what you're saying Miles. lol I researched what grips to put on to replace these stock ones and I founds some that should dampen the vibes some. For me it's when I'm slabbing it on the freeway at 70 it gets kind of bad. Other than that, it's not too bad for a thumper. Thanks for the kind words! How's your Husky coming along? I hope to see a thread where it's resurrected!

Eric