Well after some modifications, it's done...again...but I am already contemplating more refinements.
First, the rear view. Here, you can see the new saddlebags, tail light and turn signals. The right saddlebag hold the 12v 7ah SLA battery and fuses (not fusing the charger jack originally led to a Lucas Electric inspired smoke out and new wiring). The left saddle bag hold my stuff- my motorcycle permit, lock, glasses, etc.
In the first 2 pics, you can also see the spring loaded chain tensioner I made. It works flawlessly. The tail light uses an LED 1157 replacement bulb with 4 extra LEDS for the brake lights. The turn signals use the LEDs out of 1156 LED replacement bulbs- how these were built is covered elsewhere in the site.
Finally, I replaced the springs on the seat. The original springs were pitted and fatigued. I had painted them, but they compressed so much, the paint was constantly getting messed up. Plus, they were so fatigued that I bottomed out very easily- very uncomfortable at times. I found brand new chromed springs on- you guessed it- eBay. they are not direct fit, but did not take much modification to work. I am very happy with them- no bottoming, no paint to mess up.
