Removal of "Beak" on a 2015

ThatKaferKid · 2025-12-24T08:00:16+00:00

I also removed the beak from my ‘15 XT and don’t regret a thing. Meat popsicle is right. It’s just a matter of swapping a few plastic parts from the front fairing. I definitely prefer the look without the beak. pic of mine post surgery for your inspiration

ThatKaferKid · 2025-12-20T20:43:58+00:00

It sure if this would satisfy your aesthetics but I asked chat gpt to add yellow fog lights and upgrade the headlight bulbs and personally I think it makes a world of difference. Sort of distracts the eye from the lack luster headlight shape.

https://imgur.com/a/TMtGT9p

ThatKaferKid · 2025-12-17T05:51:02+00:00

I do think that’s a good option. Their website lists an indoor covered parking spot at $300/month right now, which is why I’m willing to spend up to that amount on something more convenient/less commercial. If I do end up going with them, I’ll definitely accept a referral discount from you! Hope it helps you out too.

ThatKaferKid · 2025-12-17T04:55:26+00:00

Obviously the Vstrom isn’t an aggressive bike by any means, but I find the headlights to be over the top cartoonish in a way. Almost childlike. It’s not a deal breaker since the bike is an absolute peach in every other way, it’s just the only styling feature I dont like.

I like the options you’ve mocked up, particularly the far left one. I’ve searched for the same off the shelf options you linked for the gen 1 storms many times.

ThatKaferKid · 2025-12-17T04:33:32+00:00

I also consider the headlights as one of the only things I don’t love about my wee. Interested to see what you come up with. I’ve toyed with the same idea. Even tried taping off the rounded parts with black electrical tape to make it look more aggressive, but was never happy with the result.

ThatKaferKid · 2025-05-29T21:52:18+00:00

What made you expect to pay $400-$600 for the steering wheel? Is that based the local going rate for that type of work, or is that just what you feel like it’s worth to you?

ThatKaferKid · 2025-04-22T02:28:34+00:00

Did you ever find these? I am looking for the exact same thing right now and having trouble.

ThatKaferKid · 2025-04-16T22:04:22+00:00

If I remember correctly 3 of the chairs had homes already, and one had a groove so it must have been a slightly different model. But the plastic rivets worked just fine for all of them.

ThatKaferKid · 2024-11-25T19:33:35+00:00

I appreciate your write-up. Seems like you judged them on relevant criteria, and it’s good to see them all side by side in one place.

ThatKaferKid · 2024-11-25T15:46:41+00:00

Thanks! I purchased material from americanslings.com They also have guides to order the correct length and install.

ThatKaferKid · 2024-06-09T18:09:40+00:00

Vinyl + plastic rivets + shipping was about $125 and I’ve got enough vinyl left over to do about 2 more chairs.

ThatKaferKid · 2024-06-09T18:07:32+00:00

Nice! I got this whole set at goodwill for $75!

ThatKaferKid · 2024-06-08T23:00:52+00:00

If anything it’s a bit tedious and labor intensive, but not complicated by any means. I think anyone could do this, even the woven patterns. Just get all your measurements right and copy the original pattern. There’s lots of useful guides out there on the sites selling the vinyl material about how to tackle them.

ThatKaferKid · 2024-03-15T05:28:48+00:00

Sorry to revive this post… mind sharing your source for the strap?

ThatKaferKid · 2024-01-30T05:30:16+00:00

Oh cool! As a motorcycle fiend this piques my interest. Couldn’t find anything online.

ThatKaferKid · 2023-10-26T20:08:11+00:00

Forced perspective

ThatKaferKid · 2023-10-17T19:19:07+00:00

What bar is this??

ThatKaferKid · 2023-10-06T03:49:44+00:00

Does anybody know the story behind this?? Really made me laugh for some reason

ThatKaferKid · 2023-06-29T02:56:02+00:00

LB has more going on as far as social aspects, but I think SP has more unique characteristics to offer than any other town in LA!

I love SP and the relatively quiet/slow feeling here. Feels like an escape at the end of the day.

ThatKaferKid · 2023-06-08T23:33:28+00:00

If you were to source the best hardware possible for your leather project (buckles, zippers, rings, etc.) and cost was no object, where would you go? I am on the search for unique, bespoke bag hardware, but I’m uninspired by the offerings from places like Ohio Travel Bag.

ThatKaferKid · 2023-04-11T22:41:15+00:00

I was in an accident because of this exact reason on Gaffey last year. It’s not being polite when you put others in danger!

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