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24 Nov 2009 12:07 #335652
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I recently posted about welding as I want to hard tail my KZ750H. Today, while researching this on the web, I came across a Honda 750 site which showed the process of "Konging" a frame. By cutting and moving the two horizontal frame bars behind the tank (simplyfing here)it results in a classic Harley rear end appearance, yet retains the shocks! Best of both worlds....maybe. Has anyone here done this with a Kawa? Or even know what I'm talking about? Thanks!
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24 Nov 2009 17:00 #335680
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Veho vivo - Ago ut veho
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We used to do this kind of thing, back in the day, to our Triumphs and BSAs.
Veho vivo - Ago ut veho
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24 Nov 2009 17:23 #335687
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2006 gs 500 streetfighter
1982 gpz750 breathed on wreck
1985 gpz750
Kz 650
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Do you have a pic i dont understand what you mean.
2006 gs 500 streetfighter
1982 gpz750 breathed on wreck
1985 gpz750
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24 Nov 2009 18:30 - 24 Nov 2009 18:31 #335727
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KZ900LTD, KZ750LTD, KZ650, 72'Triumph Trident
"Over the Mountains
Of the Moon,
Down the Valley of the Shadow,
Ride, boldly ride,"
The shade replied
"If you seek for Eldorado!"
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Do you mean like the Amen Savior style frames?
www.650motorcycles.com/amen.html
www.650motorcycles.com/amen.html
KZ900LTD, KZ750LTD, KZ650, 72'Triumph Trident
"Over the Mountains
Of the Moon,
Down the Valley of the Shadow,
Ride, boldly ride,"
The shade replied
"If you seek for Eldorado!"
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24 Nov 2009 19:13 #335738
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24 Nov 2009 19:26 - 24 Nov 2009 19:32 #335744
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Yes, the link Kraz1 posted is the one I found. Actually, I don't think that much cutting would be necessary. Below is a manual shot of the KZ750 frame that I have "Konged" in a paint program. In it, the horizontal rear tubes have simply been cut at their back end and bent down a bit, then the excess rear frame sections have been removed. I threw in a small gusset at the top of the bent tube where it is rewelded to gain a little strength. I would probably remove the rear fender mount as well (but left it on in the pic).....
The website has pics of the results down at the bottom of the page. I was wondering if this is doable, and what to watch out for?
The website has pics of the results down at the bottom of the page. I was wondering if this is doable, and what to watch out for?
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25 Nov 2009 00:33 #335792
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25 Nov 2009 00:43 #335794
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Yep, those are pics on that website. I am wondering if what I drew above would work? And what's the best way to bend those tubes if I only cut them at the back end?
Thanks!
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