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Mike in Alabama
Mike in Alabama
@mkc1962
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Joined: June 30, 2026 8:59 pm
Last seen: September 13, 2026 11:09 pm
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RE: Honda GL1000 with Motorvation Formula II custom resto mod build

As good a time as any to show all the details of the tilt frame I created. I had to have a place to store the tub top as I continue painting other bi...

1 month ago
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RE: Honda GL1000 with Motorvation Formula II custom resto mod build

@aceinsav I used about 30' of the 1" sq tubing and it weighs 2.2 lbs per foot so that is an easy 60lbs extra. added hardware and tidbits maybe anot...

1 month ago
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RE: Honda GL1000 with Motorvation Formula II custom resto mod build

@aceinsav Well JS recommended 3/8 for all mounts, after using such for 50 years I trust he knows what is best, so 3/8" plate is what I am using. I ...

1 month ago
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RE: Velorex Jawa on a Honda GL1000?

@none Steve, thanks for the welcome. Oh yeah, quite different from 2 wheels, but having been a three wheeler and quad rider many years ago, I fel...

1 month ago
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RE: Honda GL1000 with Motorvation Formula II custom resto mod build

@aceinsav Thank you sir for the compliment. When it comes to my construction projects as well as metal work, I probably way overkill the situation....

1 month ago
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RE: Honda GL1000 with Motorvation Formula II custom resto mod build

  I've owned several 1500's and that webbing area is quite larger and easier to access than on the GL1000 or the GL1100. I wish someone would c...

1 month ago
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RE: Honda GL1000 with Motorvation Formula II custom resto mod build

@brstr A few months back I got in touch with Gary Green that worked for Motorvation sidecars for 40 years. He now works for midwest Sidecars. My ...

1 month ago
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RE: Honda GL1000 with Motorvation Formula II custom resto mod build

@aceinsav In all my searching, I never saw a mount like that on any GL1000, But did on a few GL1500's, but then again there is not a lot of pictures...

1 month ago
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RE: Honda GL1000 with Motorvation Formula II custom resto mod build

@aceinsav My bad thought you were talking about the actuator that controls the camber. My torsion axle is in fact a 1 " round solid bar with splined...

1 month ago
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RE: Honda GL1000 with Motorvation Formula II custom resto mod build

Thanks, trying to do it all proper after a few years of researching while it collected dust over in the corner. Last few big bike 2 wheel long distanc...

1 month ago
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RE: Honda GL1000 with Motorvation Formula II custom resto mod build

Long day on the road with my wife, our weekend thing. But took a few more pics. Here is where I cut down the front OE lip after the split so the top...

1 month ago
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RE: Honda GL1000 with Motorvation Formula II custom resto mod build

  No expert at all in this new world of sidecars...any advise or ideas on anything always appreciated....BUT, I've been custom building just ab...

1 month ago
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RE: Honda GL1000 with Motorvation Formula II custom resto mod build

  single carbs work great on the old 4cyl wings, IF one knows how to tune carbs. They can be finicky to start when cold, but run as good or bet...

1 month ago
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RE: Honda GL1000 with Motorvation Formula II custom resto mod build

I myself have always l liked them (Fairings) and DO NOT enjoy naked bike riding but only for a few miles. I mostly Long distance travel and have no de...

1 month ago
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