Carbon number plate holder - Page 2

utopia · 31-12-2019, 05:44 PM

Righto, I've calmed down and had a closer look at the situation.
I've noticed two things.

Firstly .. It looks like those indicators have had their stalks cut down.
Compared to the std ones I have, quite a lot (ie most) of the rubber section has been removed.
Dunno whether they will still suit your purpose like this or not, Paul.

Secondly, and I'm a bit gutted by this .. there is an issue with the fitment to my particular bike.
I have a custom piece permanently fitted to my rear frame rails, which serves as an attachment point for my homemade luggage rack and this would interfere with the indicators when fitted in the "Geoff" position.
This is worsened by the shortened indicator stalks but wouldn't be solved by reverting to std length.

Looks like I'm going to have to pass on this after all.

bigredduke · 31-12-2019, 06:58 PM

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Originally Posted by uksurfer

Was this one of the tails that Geoff was making for Paul Smart Rep?

No Martin, they were aluminium. I am the proud owner of one - there are only two in existence in the world. Martin (Ducati Manchester) owns the other. I added a small tribute to mine (you need to scroll down):

http://www.ukmonster.co.uk/monster/s...t=57392&page=2

Luddite · 31-12-2019, 09:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Doggy

Luddite=The anorak .

Fixed that for you, Doggy

uksurfer · 31-12-2019, 09:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigredduke

No Martin, they were aluminium. I am the proud owner of one - there are only two in existence in the world. Martin (Ducati Manchester) owns the other. I added a small tribute to mine (you need to scroll down):

http://www.ukmonster.co.uk/monster/s...t=57392&page=2

Nice one Paul 👍

Luddite · 31-12-2019, 10:02 PM

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Originally Posted by uksurfer

Was this one of the tails that Geoff was making for Paul Smart Rep?

This is Geoff's PS tail-tidy on Martin's bike. What a cracking piece of work. An especially nice touch is the Paul Smart fretwork, particularly as you can't even see it with the number plate in place.

01-01-2020, 09:43 AM

Ok Folks, thanks for all the input by the way, so I got in touch with Barb and said no more pink carpet shots (hope beige is acceptable Lars

) below are 3 more views of the item, conclusion, Geoff has indeed started the mod and cut two of the holes off so it would fit the street fighter, he has also drilled two holes for the indicators......I am thinking this makes this piece very specific .....thoughts?????
The indicators may be of use, BRD do you want me to send them to you so you can asses suitability???

number plate detail 3 by Mike OConnor, on Flickr

detail 2 by Mike OConnor, on Flickr

datail1 by Mike OConnor, on Flickr

stopintime · 01-01-2020, 09:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Moco1961

....... so I got in touch with Barb and said no more pink carpet shots (hope beige is acceptable Lars

) ........

It is. Thanks!

bigredduke · 01-01-2020, 06:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Moco1961

The indicators may be of use, BRD do you want me to send them to you so you can asses suitability???

Thanks Mike, assuming Utopia is passing on these, yes please! I will text you my address.

utopia · 01-01-2020, 07:00 PM

Yep, I've passed ... all yours, mate.
Let me know if they don't work for you though .. I may still have some secondary interest, if there are no other takers.

01-01-2020, 09:43 AM	#21
Moco1961 Guest Posts: n/a	more pics Ok Folks, thanks for all the input by the way, so I got in touch with Barb and said no more pink carpet shots (hope beige is acceptable Lars ) below are 3 more views of the item, conclusion, Geoff has indeed started the mod and cut two of the holes off so it would fit the street fighter, he has also drilled two holes for the indicators......I am thinking this makes this piece very specific .....thoughts????? The indicators may be of use, BRD do you want me to send them to you so you can asses suitability??? number plate detail 3 by Mike OConnor, on Flickr detail 2 by Mike OConnor, on Flickr datail1 by Mike OConnor, on Flickr Last edited by Moco1961; 01-01-2020 at 09:50 AM.. Reason: picture issues

31-12-2019, 05:44 PM	#16
utopia No turn left unstoned Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: leicester Bike: M750 Posts: 4,545	Righto, I've calmed down and had a closer look at the situation. I've noticed two things. Firstly .. It looks like those indicators have had their stalks cut down. Compared to the std ones I have, quite a lot (ie most) of the rubber section has been removed. Dunno whether they will still suit your purpose like this or not, Paul. Secondly, and I'm a bit gutted by this .. there is an issue with the fitment to my particular bike. I have a custom piece permanently fitted to my rear frame rails, which serves as an attachment point for my homemade luggage rack and this would interfere with the indicators when fitted in the "Geoff" position. This is worsened by the shortened indicator stalks but wouldn't be solved by reverting to std length. Looks like I'm going to have to pass on this after all.

01-01-2020, 07:00 PM	#24
utopia No turn left unstoned Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: leicester Bike: M750 Posts: 4,545	Yep, I've passed ... all yours, mate. Let me know if they don't work for you though .. I may still have some secondary interest, if there are no other takers.