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So here it is with the front fender. Makes a huge difference! I’m actually digging this color. Maybe gold Norton logo?

Obviously the upholstery is just sitting there. I need a new seat. Does anyone know who sells those seats?

Everything is just sitting there, nothing is mounted. When it goes together permanently that line will be perfectly straight. I won’t let the rear pan sag like so many I see.

Not sure about the side cover. The black is a nice contrast but it may need to be red.


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NPeteN said:
Nope, just me, installing a Sportster tank on my Norton...

Sorry for the digression. Another nice day for outdoor painting!
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Hey Pete, it’s really nice out. All my painting is done for now, think I’m going to take the dogs for a walk in the mountains.
 
This is the color is was going for. It’s brighter than what I have but lighting makes a big difference. This bike is well lit, mine is in a dark basement.

Now you can see why I suggested a gold logo.

Makes me think I have to paint the side cover red.

What do you guys think?

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I like the Red and Gold combo. It's my second favorite.
If it were my bike it would be BRG.
Yellow is playing it safe, Silver makes it look like a car.

Just the right amount of gold accenting will make or break it. Just my opinion of course.
 
NPeteN said:
I like the Red and Gold combo. It's my second favorite.
If it were my bike it would be BRG.
Yellow is playing it safe, Silver makes it look like a car.

Just the right amount of gold accenting will make or break it. Just my opinion of course.
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What is BRG?
 
Red. Red Side covers. Gold decals.

What are you thing for the number plate area?
 
I think the side cover should stay black, but tie it in with the same accents/striping as the rest.
 
Norcoastal said:
The red is growing on me.
I think the number plate has to be white.
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Red has the disadvantage of rapid bleaching by exposure to sun rays. You will need to park under a roof most of the time if you select this colour. If that's your intention, then go for it!

-Knut
 
Just caught up on this thread...

FWIW I vote for the red, I think it looks great and will look even better with the fairing done to match.

I would do the side panels red too if it were mine.

Gold will work with the red if that floats your boat, might look a bit ‘showy’ though. White stands out very well on red, might be worth a thought...
 
This will get me abuse....

Have you considered the Dreer tank and seat unit for your project?
See Grandpauls avatar
 
Fast Eddie said:
Just caught up on this thread...

FWIW I vote for the red, I think it looks great and will look even better with the fairing done to match.

I would do the side panels red too if it were mine.

Gold will work with the red if that floats your boat, might look a bit ‘showy’ though. White stands out very well on red, might be worth a thought...
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Fast Eddie, is that your bike in your avatar? Would love to see more pictures.
 
Eljahara said:
This will get me abuse....

Have you considered the Dreer tank and seat unit for your project?
See Grandpauls avatar
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I actually like the Gus Kuhn tank that I have and I’ve already spent a considerable amount of money on these parts to go a different direction. But I really like his bike.
 
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