Edmonton F3 Build

llyrad · Mar 24, 2015

March 23:
I figured I'd better keep a thread where I can update my upgrades and mods (inspired by BAM). Haven't done much yet (only had for a week though to be fair), other than switching the Ufit linkage myself to +2 (setting 5).

Due to being 230lb 6'1" moving my license plate to below the seat isn't an option at the moment. I will be looking at a spring / shock upgrade (rear). I am not mechanically inclined so I will be following BAM's lead on the shock. But I decided to try modifying the rear fender license plate to give more visibility to that monster rear tire

Took a whole lot longer than I anticipated. I am posting before and after pics.

Before:

After:

I considered just removing the fender altogether and making a template that lines up with the 9 different screw locations to create a back for the side facing the wheel, and than I realized why make a template when I have a perfectly good one on the inside of the fender, so brought out the Dremel and away I went. Took awhile to cut the template out and than to clean up and polish the edges.

My next mods will be Paint or Wrap, Madstad windshield (most likely), rear shock upgrade off the top of my head.

Chupaca · Mar 24, 2015

Nicely done..!!

I like the look with the fender gone. You will let us know how it does when you cross water...

opcorn:

opcorn: to see what else you have planned...:thumbup:

BAM · Mar 25, 2015

GREAT half fender eliminator thats cool :thumbup: way easier

ill keepyou informed how the spring goes i ordered a H&R RF300120

happy to see im not the only one to modified a brand new beast out of the crate :yikes:

ARtraveler · Mar 25, 2015

Thank you for posting the pics. Very nice! :bowdown::firstplace:

Purple Guy · Mar 25, 2015

:congrats: on your F3 & getting your 1st mod done!
See ya around town some time! :thumbup:

llyrad · Apr 22, 2015

April 22nd, 2015 Update

Had a little warm weather last few days and decided to take the side panels apart and plasti-dip the grey fog light surrounds.

I also had the Heated Hand Grips installed last week.

llyrad · Apr 22, 2015

April 22nd, 2015 Update 2

Almost forgot added the BRP 12v USB kit. I assumed this kit would have all the wiring required to make it plug and play which is why I paid the crazy amount they asked for it, but there is no wiring at all and still had to make a trip to Home Depot for the connectors. My advice to all those that are going to do this project, save the money and buy the plug adaptors from ebay or amazon for less than 10 bucks. The toughest part is finding the cable under the left service panel, it is covered in black tape and zip tied to a larger black cable.

SpyderGTL · Apr 22, 2015

llyrad said:
The toughest part is finding the cable under the left service panel, it is covered in black tape and zip tied to a larger black cable.

I hear ya on that! It wasn't until I took the top console panel off that I could find that user accessory cable. I pretty much didn't believe the owners manual up to that point!

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llyrad · May 1, 2015

Update May 1st, 2015

Smoothspyder Backrest Installed. Great product and really easy install!

llyrad · May 3, 2015

Cortech Super 2.0 Saddlebags

Saddlebags came in today, so I rough mounted them to see how they would work with Smoothspyder backrest, and no issues at all. I will need to adjust a bit. The only that had to be removed was the grab handles as they created a weird angle for the bags.

http://www.cortech.net/inc/sdetail/super_2_0_saddlebags/181/613

llyrad · May 11, 2015

Madstad

Received the Madstad windshield today, and had it completely installed in under an hour. Great instructions, a ton of pictures, it left nothing to guesses. I went with the Dark Grey tint (20" size). I am 6'1" and at it's lowest setting my eye level is about 2-3" above the top of the screen, so Madstad sizing chart on their site is bang on. Took it for a ride ride right after install and the difference is unbelievable. Without the screen I used my full face and the wind will be pulling my head up and back, with the screen, I'm using my 3/4 with the visor up and just using the built in shades with ZERO pull. There is a nice light breeze coming up below the screen but NO gusting at all, just as Madstad promised (and it is damn windy up here today). Couldn't be happier.