Nothing like waiting till the last minute!!

[SteveMac]

ConnieMac and I rode to Cuba last weekend for a work day with the MoGang. Rained like crazy on us. I knew that I needed a rear tire in the worst way, but I waited almost too long!

I ordered the Khumo Ecsta and am very happy with the look and tread pattern. I also BLACKED out the rear wheel to match the fronts. Also did quite a bit of clean up and general maintenance. Busy day!

Wow. I am tired and still have to get all packed up!

Pics of the days work.

 

[CyncySpyder]

Teddy likes how that looks, hard works pay'n off

:thumbup::2thumbs::thumbup:

 

[kevorama]

How many black Sharpies did it take to that? :joke:

I spent the day trying to get my under lighting a little further on. Only two more lengths to solder and fit. I need a real lift or lift table. Pulling up on ramps or jacking it up isn't cutting the mustard anymore. We're last minute trying to get ready for SF 2012. Can't wait to see it... it's only a few days away. Ugh!!!

 

[SteveMac]

How many black Sharpies did it take to that? :joke:

I spent the day trying to get my under lighting a little further on. Only two more lengths to solder and fit. I need a real lift or lift table. Pulling up on ramps or jacking it up isn't cutting the mustard anymore. We're last minute trying to get ready for SF 2012. Can't wait to see it... it's only a few days away. Ugh!!!

It took a whole Case of em!

Your lights are gonna be CRAZY!
Can't wait to see em.

 

[SteveMac]

:thumbup::2thumbs::thumbup:

Thanks Dave.

SO wish you and Teddy could make it. Timing of the back issue just sucked for you. Feel better soon. We will all be thinking of the two of you!

 

[SpyderAnn01]

I am pretty sure that since you and I both have new rear tires it will absolutely not rain at all for the next 2 weeks!

 

[SteveMac]

I am pretty sure that since you and I both have new rear tires it will absolutely not rain at all for the next 2 weeks!

Fingers crossed!
:nojoke: !!!

 

[spyderrock]

Stevemac that looks pretty good cant wait to see it mounted on the bike. By the way did Len at Cowtown do that, and Len if your out there would it be possible to get the same set up but chromed to match my rt limited. Sorry Steve to ask this on your post I know Len cruises these posts. Cant make it to Spyderfest but will be in Cuba June 14th to get some work done take care and hope to see your Spyder up close in person

 

[joet82]

aren't the spokes supposed to line up with those of the wheel???

 

[Mo Lee]

Bet you can't get the stripes off that new tire as fast as I did.

 

[SteveMac]

aren't the spokes supposed to line up with those of the wheel???

View attachment 44180

Good eye!
That is the way they "were", based on the pics I took during disassembly. But when I was positioning the sprocket around to find the right fit, I happened upon this configuration which gives a six spoke appearance like the fronts. And filled in the open areas. So, I looked it over and it looked logical to me that it would still be in balance upon assembly and I couldn't see any other major downside, except valve stem location. I liked the fuller look, so I put it together and took off for a spin to see. I figured with Lamont's method of removing the wheel, it would be an easy fix if I needed to. Lo and behold, It all balanced (I used ride on) and seems to runs true and smooth. I am going to test again today. Getting to the valve stem will be fun, but I can make that work. The spokes, offset like this really fill in and blackout the rear wheel area. It almost "disappears".

Can anyone think of any issue I would have other than the valve stem?

 

[SteveMac]

Bet you can't get the stripes off that new tire as fast as I did.

I'd say that is a safe bet. You know I am a "cruiser"!

 

[Bob Denman]

I like that look, Steve! :2thumbs:

 

[SteveMac]

I like that look, Steve! :2thumbs:

Thanks Bob.
I like something a little different. As long as it doesn't cause problems!

 

[tofriendscreek]

Mine was all black before yours was. Nah, nah, nah. Looks great! See ya in a few. Thumbs up.


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