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Post by beenriding on Aug 13, 2015 20:23:47 GMT -5
I've been thinking about this for some time, love my scoot but the looks are dated. So I thought some body work could change it's too heavy appearance to something sportier. Then I saw this pic online that someone else has done. They cut the rear skirting above the trim line, I was planning on cutting to the bottom of trim.   This my scooter now... Want to trim my rear skirting like this one.  |
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Post by JerryScript on Aug 13, 2015 21:20:29 GMT -5
I like that cut rear end. Now if you could just figure some way to deal with the schnooz!
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Post by scooter on Aug 13, 2015 21:44:19 GMT -5
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Post by beenriding on Aug 13, 2015 23:39:17 GMT -5
I like that cut rear end. Now if you could just figure some way to deal with the schnooz! I know, never did like the front view. The rear is decent but have been thinking about the front since I got it. JerryScript If the new Elite plastics do fit the front it would definitely be an improvement. Been thinking about trying a small hood scoop to see if it breaks up all that plastic. scooter |
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Post by novaraptor on Aug 14, 2015 10:12:29 GMT -5
As far as the nose goes, I think it just needs something to break up the lines a little. Myself, I would probably consider a fairly massive hood ornament, like a Mack truck bulldog, or a Rolls Royce lady with wings. Maybe build up a small platform to angle the ornament properly.. Another thought might be to cut another headlight mount just below the first one and mount a second light..
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Post by beenriding on Aug 14, 2015 10:21:55 GMT -5
As far as the nose goes, I think it just needs something to break up the lines a little. Myself, I would probably consider a fairly massive hood ornament, like a Mack truck bulldog, or a Rolls Royce lady with wings. Maybe build up a small platform to angle the ornament properly.. Another thought might be to cut another headlight mount just below the first one and mount a second light.. I like the second light idea, I've already added a LED light bar right on Rudolph's nose, think will try giant (top fuel dragster) scoop. But should I cut my plastics?  |
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Post by Skunk Shampoo on Aug 14, 2015 10:58:17 GMT -5
I have to say, the trimmed rear does look more sporty. As far as the nose goes, that's how you know it is a Honda Elite  I like that the Elites basically look like a Honda Ruckus when all the plastics are removed, although a lot more ratty.  |
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Post by beenriding on Aug 14, 2015 11:29:06 GMT -5
I think the cut version looks much sportier, even makes the nose look smaller. Yeah, those naked ones are a little too ratty for me, need to hide the wiring at least. Is that yours? Skunk Shampoo |
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Post by novaraptor on Aug 14, 2015 11:49:15 GMT -5
I don't know how available the parts you wish to cut are if you wanted to return it to original. If possible, I would try to remove the plastics and fab up a replacement instead of cutting the original, unless I could find a second part to cut and play with. Even then, I would try to mock up the plastics with cardboard and see if I like the general look before cutting..
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Post by Skunk Shampoo on Aug 14, 2015 12:25:05 GMT -5
I agree, the wires and things sticking out doesn't look so good. The pic is something I pulled off of the web. I've just got my Suzuki FA50 for now, but plan to move up to a Honda Helix :-)
I was considering an Elite 250, but I hear the handling is scary at higher speeds.
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Post by beenriding on Aug 14, 2015 13:29:11 GMT -5
I agree, the wires and things sticking out doesn't look so good. The pic is something I pulled off of the web. I've just got my Suzuki FA50 for now, but plan to move up to a Honda Helix :-) I was considering an Elite 250, but I hear the handling is scary at higher speeds. I get scared at anything over 65, the bike seems stable, but with the motor screaming and the force of the wind against me I get uncomfortable. The Helix, ugly as it is, is an awesome machine, they're going to be around for awhile. |
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Post by beenriding on Aug 14, 2015 13:31:26 GMT -5
I don't know how available the parts you wish to cut are if you wanted to return it to original. If possible, I would try to remove the plastics and fab up a replacement instead of cutting the original, unless I could find a second part to cut and play with. Even then, I would try to mock up the plastics with cardboard and see if I like the general look before cutting.. There's plenty of these panels available, but the cardboard prototype is a good idea for sure. I bet it comes out awesome. |
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