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« on: March 06, 2009, 01:28:40 AM » |
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Have decided the sidecovers are too plain. Looked at lots and lots of pics here (and there) for ideas. Some really nice striping and other paint work to be found and also some chrome pieces added. Always looking for ideas to make the old gal preen.
I found dragon belt buckles at buckleshop.com (also a pretty nice Valk buckle) and think I will mount one on each side cover and get some tasteful striping around them to set them off. Also gotta buy a belt!
So far the pics here have cost me a few bucks and more to come, fender tips, tank bra,etc.
Having a Valk to play with is way better than golf!
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« Reply #1 on: March 06, 2009, 05:26:35 AM » |
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Good idea with the belt buckle ,would be a good contrast with stripes and metal together.. heres mine  |
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« Reply #3 on: March 06, 2009, 08:02:59 AM » |
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can't wait to see pics. also can't wait to see how you bent and mounted the buckles to the covers.  |
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« Reply #6 on: March 06, 2009, 01:16:24 PM » |
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« Reply #7 on: March 06, 2009, 03:03:04 PM » |
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I guess I'll have to cut the hole pin and belt loop off the buckle with a dremel.
Then I plan to cut a piece of thin rubber a tiny bit smaller than the buckle, find a place on the buckle to drill a hole for mounting with a stainless machine screw and attach to the cover. There's a pinstripe artist around here who can probably do a good job setting the whole thing off.
I really hope it turns out -otherwise I'll have a hole in each cover. Will post pics when done.
Will also post a pic of the Valkerie buckle (not on me though, don't have a wide angle lens!
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« Reply #8 on: March 06, 2009, 03:15:34 PM » |
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« Reply #9 on: March 06, 2009, 03:45:18 PM » |
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I think I would try 2 sided tape first before drilling any holes. Then if you don't like it you can take it off. Most all the emblems now a days are put on with tape anyway. You may have to go to a body shop supply house to get the good stuff, but I would bet it will work fine and no holes. JMHO. Tim Good idea by the way. |
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« Reply #10 on: March 06, 2009, 04:01:32 PM » |
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« Reply #11 on: March 06, 2009, 04:10:13 PM » |
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 Went with the stock lines in two tone. Making it your own is what it is all about !!! |
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« Reply #12 on: March 06, 2009, 08:40:59 PM » |
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Like the idea. Can't wait to see pics. Just a couple questions. Ricoman: is the belt buckle flat or curved? Some of my bigger more decoratie buckles are curved for comfort. That might need to be taken into consideration as you plot this out. Slowroad: Do you think double sided tape would hold the weight? seems like a buckle might be heavier than double sided tape would hold, especially if it is a pewter buckle which a lot of the buckle shops are from what I"ve read. I've used double sided tape under the rubber of my passenger floorboads and it works well there. I've also used double sided tape to hold on my tail light cover and i works well there thus far. But a buckle? Dag: Is the maiden on yours a vinyl sticker, air brushed, or chrome? The numbers seem to reflect as if they are metal, yet she always looks flatter (in reflection anyway). I like that Maiden Valkyrie with the sword. |
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« Reply #13 on: March 07, 2009, 03:00:48 AM » |
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Haven't got them yet-Tues or Wed. I hope.
I hope they aren't curved- no too much any way. They are about 3 1/2 X 2 1/2 if I remember right.
I like the double tape idea-the buckles can't be any heavier than stock tank emblems which are held on with tape. Plus the tape would not allow scratching of the cover.
Anybody go look at them yet?
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« Reply #14 on: March 07, 2009, 03:25:20 AM » |
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Haven't got them yet-Tues or Wed. I hope.
I hope they aren't curved- no too much any way. They are about 3 1/2 X 2 1/2 if I remember right.
I like the double tape idea-the buckles can't be any heavier than stock tank emblems which are held on with tape. Plus the tape would not allow scratching of the cover.
Anybody go look at them yet?
If you have a tight fitting surface, try Carpet Tape. Super thin and will hold almost anything to the point of no return. Your mating surfaces have to fit tight in order to work.  |
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« Reply #15 on: March 07, 2009, 05:08:26 AM » |
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Hey Terry, I reckognize those side covers anywhere! Why do you have them off? You doing some mods or just cleaning the fat girl up? Just thought I would try out the new site..Hope to see you sometime this season..  Stifford.. |
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« Reply #17 on: March 07, 2009, 07:29:10 AM » |
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 Sorry aint got a close up of the covers it just reads VALKYRIE |
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« Reply #19 on: March 07, 2009, 05:55:50 PM » |
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Dag: Is the maiden on yours a vinyl sticker, air brushed, or chrome? The numbers seem to reflect as if they are metal, yet she always looks flatter (in reflection anyway). I like that Maiden Valkyrie with the sword. The maiden is a vinyl sticker. I bougt it from Motosens in Germany. It looks like this:  They also have another:  |
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« Reply #20 on: March 09, 2009, 05:21:11 AM » |
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Hey stifford, good buddie ,how are you.. took the covers off a while ago and clear coated over the graffics , gave them a little more shine.. looks like I won't get a chance to defend my Inzane Idol win this year, can't make inzane out west. you gettin in the blue / grey ride by any chance? hope to hook up with ya soon, ...
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« Reply #21 on: March 09, 2009, 05:43:08 AM » |
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Dag: Is the maiden on yours a vinyl sticker, air brushed, or chrome? The numbers seem to reflect as if they are metal, yet she always looks flatter (in reflection anyway). I like that Maiden Valkyrie with the sword. The maiden is a vinyl sticker. I bougt it from Motosens in Germany. It looks like this: They also have another: Dag, I went to the Motosens site and all I can find is gauges. Do you happen to have the URL for the decals or contact information? |
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« Reply #22 on: March 09, 2009, 06:09:05 AM » |
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Dag, Thanks for the info. I'll keep that in mind. I have always wanted a maiden head on the bike. |
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« Reply #23 on: March 09, 2009, 07:21:04 AM » |
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Dag, Thanks for the info. I'll keep that in mind. I have always wanted a maiden head on the bike. Big IV, Have you found the site that Dag was referring too? All I can find under Motosens are gauges. |
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« Reply #24 on: March 09, 2009, 09:46:41 AM » |
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Dag: Is the maiden on yours a vinyl sticker, air brushed, or chrome? The numbers seem to reflect as if they are metal, yet she always looks flatter (in reflection anyway). I like that Maiden Valkyrie with the sword. The maiden is a vinyl sticker. I bougt it from Motosens in Germany. Dag, I went to the Motosens site and all I can find is gauges. Do you happen to have the URL for the decals or contact information? It is the manager with Motosens in Germany who makes the stickers. You will not find them on the web site. Send a e-mail to Motosens Germany and ask for them. |
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« Reply #25 on: March 09, 2009, 10:12:49 AM » |
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Thanks Dag. |
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« Reply #26 on: March 09, 2009, 11:12:52 AM » |
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Hey Ricoman , I have been wanting to find a picture of a Fat Lady to make a decal or air brush my side cover with , because I call my 98 Val my Fat Lady .... the Valks are called the Dragons and the Fat Lady's .... any idea where I could find a drawing of the Val Fat Lady ? let me know if you do .... Thanks Old Geezer
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« Reply #27 on: March 09, 2009, 02:58:05 PM » |
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Just an Idea you could try velcro tape ,
might give you a little flexabilty if the buckles are curved to much,
if flat even better.
Differant types of rubber cement might work as well, like what they use on picture
hangers, or the stuff they hold credit cards with when they send them to you,
and it would clean off with alcohol.
what ever you use make sure it will hold, and not be loose,
the vibration from driving and bumps and such, will cause ti to scratch covers in time.
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« Reply #29 on: March 09, 2009, 06:29:12 PM » |
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Not really art, just a couple of plastic chrome emblems that I thought would look good on the side covers. I got them from E-bay & they are directional. One left & one right, under $20.  |
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« Reply #31 on: March 14, 2009, 08:08:59 AM » |
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Is that a real air vent or a faux vent?
I saw some faux vents at the automotive store that weren't real and that would peel and stick dang near anywhere. Just curious. Looks good.
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« Reply #32 on: March 14, 2009, 01:28:11 PM » |
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Is that a real air vent or a faux vent?
I saw some faux vents at the automotive store that weren't real and that would peel and stick dang near anywhere. Just curious. Looks good.
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« Reply #33 on: March 14, 2009, 08:23:37 PM » |
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