1982 Honda GL500

What was your intended objective when you started the build?

cafe, but then changed to bobber

What motivated you to start your project?

that motor, the twisted V!

What was the most unique and creative thing you did to the bike?

frame manipulation. Mustang bumperettes were welded into place to cover the cut subframe, with a tight seat loop attached using solid rod for support, thus eliminating the need to for any gussets. It looks like the rider is floating above the rear wheel;.

What are you most proud of?

engine rebuild, that was fun.

What do other people say about your motorcycle?

L@@K!

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Specifics

Make, Model & Year: 1982 Honda GL500
Motorcycle cost: 110.00
Money spent: 2200.00
Engine: 1982 500cc Vtwin, stock
Intake: pods
Exhaust: baffled tips from H-Box, wrapped headers
Transmission: 5 speed, stock
Frame: highly altered frame with a complete subframe elimination
Suspension: stock
Wheels, tires and brakes: stock
Finish – Paint: rattle can silver

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