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I've been fooling around with replacements for my Baker Air Wings. I"ve been annoyed because when you tighten them enough so they stay in place at speed, they become hard to move and crack when you try and move them. I think I've replaced two sets and was going on my third. Baker offers a polycarbonate material which is tougher and more flexible than the standard acrylic, but only in smoke and I like clear. So I made a Ffew sets of polycarb clear wings and have been testing them. They work well and are flexible so they bend instead of crack when you try and move them. Then I got to thinking (which can be dangerous) and said why not do something visually more exciting? What about flames? Everybody likes flames. This is how they turned out. What do you think?  another look  made of extra thick plexiglass  |
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« Reply #1 on: July 14, 2009, 01:33:56 PM » |
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 Puuuuurrrrrdy!!! Me like!!! Granted, I wouldn't wanna clean around all those irregular angles, but dang those look NIIIIIIIICE!
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Black Dog
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« Reply #2 on: July 14, 2009, 01:35:09 PM » |
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Wow... I get the feeling your email box is gonna fill up with requests for more of those  Nice! Black Dog |
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« Reply #3 on: July 14, 2009, 01:54:41 PM » |
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what happens when you kick them getting off of a gold wing that you've borrowed from your Dad for the evening...will they still bend or do they crack?
That's what happened to Dads. I kicked a hole clear through it.
As he was measuring the other one to replace it he snapped it trying to adjust it.
If that holds up better then I'll have to let him know that he needs a set before I borrow it again!
Cool looking flame job
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« Reply #4 on: July 14, 2009, 02:01:44 PM » |
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OK.... I want some!!!!!!!!  |
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ChromeDome
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60 miles West of Chicago!
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« Reply #5 on: July 14, 2009, 02:16:40 PM » |
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Can you make a set for the Interstate?
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rikb
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« Reply #6 on: July 14, 2009, 02:20:01 PM » |
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Reply To Big IV: Because of the intricate pattern these could not be made of polycarbonate. The flames take a laser to cut them and the laser melts and discolors polycarb. So we made these out of 3/16" acrylic (as opposed to 1/8" stock material). They are very sturdy and should hold up quite nicely. Not knowing how hard you kick, it's difficult to predict, but certainly much better than stock. To QUOTFU: We are just getting started with these but if there is a demand we can always make more. We are planning to have a few sets on BigBF's table at InZane. Otherwise, send me an email @ rikb@image4u.com and I'll get you the particulars. Thanks for your interest! |
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« Reply #7 on: July 14, 2009, 02:23:14 PM » |
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Hey ChromeDome:
Right now we have just std and tourer, but I am getting a sample of the I/S ones and should have some by the end of the month.
Thanks for your inquiry
Rik
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KY,Dave (AKA Misunderstood)
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« Reply #8 on: July 14, 2009, 02:27:04 PM » |
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Purrrty, Just be careful you don't cut yourself on the edges.
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« Reply #9 on: July 14, 2009, 02:30:34 PM » |
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Very Cool  Let us know when you go into production. |
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« Reply #10 on: July 14, 2009, 02:34:39 PM » |
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Sign me up too-
just help me find some good used ones with broken wings.
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« Reply #11 on: July 14, 2009, 02:46:57 PM » |
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Reply to Misunderstood:
The trailing edge is about 6" away from the riders legs when using stock pegs, and we will soften the points abit. Should be adequate clearance.
Oyeaa:
We are starting production now. I don't think we can do 50 pieces this month, but we could do 20 if the orders are there.
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« Reply #12 on: July 14, 2009, 03:39:19 PM » |
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Very sweet!
Now all I need is the frame to mount them to!
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Tundra
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« Reply #13 on: July 14, 2009, 04:22:06 PM » |
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Great Job They look fantastic !! Jazzes it up. |
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« Reply #14 on: July 14, 2009, 10:38:38 PM » |
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COUNT ME IN. I want a set for a standard. How much for a set? |
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« Reply #15 on: July 15, 2009, 03:20:33 AM » |
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Cool Wings
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« Reply #16 on: July 15, 2009, 07:10:50 AM » |
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Very nice If your building just regular ones how much are they if you don`t want to say on here send a message to me I would like some better ones because thats what happened to me snap one off. I`m coming to Inzane and could pick them up there if I know how much ? Thanks Blackduck |
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« Reply #17 on: July 15, 2009, 07:39:28 AM » |
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Excellent job!! I love it when people make their own stuff! Individuality! That’s why we ride Valkyries, there’s no other bike like it in the world!
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« Reply #18 on: July 15, 2009, 12:54:41 PM » |
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Reply to Keyboarder: I'm not quite certain if this will get me in trouble with admin or not,(hope not!) but the flaming wings for a Std or Tourer are $75.00 plus $9.50 shipping. As a comparison, Baker sells a set of replacement wings (1/8" acrylic) for $53.80 standard rectangular shape. Reply to Blackduck: The polycarbonate wings are the same shape as stock and are $49.00 plus $9.50 shipping, see photo below.  Because of the short notice, we cannot bring a lot of stock to InZane, but if we run out you can take a look at them there and place an order for a set. Just got word we have been approved for a Baker dealership so we can sell the complete system to those that don't have them already! Please direct any specific questions to my email at rikb@image4u.com and I'll be happy to answer you directly. |
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« Reply #19 on: July 15, 2009, 01:00:29 PM » |
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Excellent job!! I love it when people make their own stuff! Individuality! That’s why we ride Valkyries, there’s no other bike like it in the world!
Hey Alph: I guess in this case , I guess it's " Annoyance is the Mother of Invention!" I'm glad you like them |
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« Reply #20 on: July 15, 2009, 02:50:23 PM » |
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Reply to Keyboarder:
I'm not quite certain if this will get me in trouble with admin or not,(hope not!) ... 6.) Commercial Vendors:The Classifieds: Not for commercial use. Period. The Message Boards: Not for commercial use. Period. If you (a Vendor or Company) have a special deal you'd like to share or offer to our members, please do not post it on the message board. The boards are not for advertising. If you wish to advertise on the VRCC Message Boards, Home page or other VRCC pages, contact the VRCC Support Staff at vrccstaff@gmail.com
You're certainly not alone. We've had several (more than two) such threads lately.
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« Reply #21 on: July 15, 2009, 03:41:02 PM » |
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Yeah, I'm sure we both recognize we've gone way beyond the boundaries. I'm a bit torn between strict enforcement of the rules and allowing a topic of rather general interest to the membership.
You're certainly not alone. We've had several (more than two) such threads lately.
If you want to do the right thing come see me at InZane to talk about supporting the VRCC as a paying advertiser. [/quote] Sure, your right. Everythings happening so quickly, I gave in to temptation. My apologies. I'll be on premise at inzane Saturday. Mostly at BF table. Can we meet there? It's the next step. P.S. You certainly are an alert and able admin!
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« Reply #22 on: July 15, 2009, 03:53:27 PM » |
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Sure, your right. Everythings happening so quickly, I gave in to temptation. My apologies. I'll be on premise at inzane Saturday. Mostly at BF table. Can we meet there? It's the next step. P.S. You certainly are an alert and able admin!
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« Reply #23 on: July 15, 2009, 04:01:31 PM » |
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Cheese Rik! Let you out on the big board and first thing, ya get in trouble! Cain't take you anywhere!  |
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« Reply #24 on: July 15, 2009, 07:13:38 PM » |
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Well, without you guys to keep me humble it was easy to see coming, wasn't it?
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« Reply #25 on: July 15, 2009, 08:03:40 PM » |
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I got a sneak peek today at his shop
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