Monster Project mini update… seat mount bracket rewelded after extra 6” frame chop! I am very fortunate that Heath Knapp, AMAZING welder is helping with this project.
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Icon 1000 Photoshoot
About five months ago I got an email from Thad Jackson, Icon’s Art Director, saying “I need a female to gear up and ride a motorcycle in a lifestyle photoshoot. Nothing fancy or technical, just riding. Interested?”
Monster Project: Phase 11
My process for this phase of the Monster Project included putting on the front end, taking it off, putting it on again… over and over. The object of this was to find out where the triple clamps were hitting the ignition mount, grind it out, and mark where the steering stop needs to go.
Me & the Icon 1000 Custom Ducati 900SS
Me, during the Icon 1000 photoshoot for their Spring catalogue on Mike Levin’s awesome custom 900SS Ducati.
Icon 1000 Federal Jacket Review
The Icon 1000 Federal Jacket review, an in depth look at the pros and cons of this vintage styled leather jacket.
Monster Project Tail Chop
Another Monster Project update. So soon? YES! Tail chop… about 6 inches off the back end. At this point, all there is left on the frame is the steering stop up front… then I can move on to painting and reassembly.
Monster Project Frame Engine Mount Fix
Monster project progress! YES! Heath Knapp (friend and absolutely amazing welder) just texted me photos of the frame fix. As you may remember from Phase 2 (photos of previous damage within) this area was mushed by roque frame slider. Next in line is the 6 inch chop off the end… and WHAM. Powder coat time.
Sport Bikes Are Amazing
Reader question: “I’m through and through a chopper/cafe kind of guy, but isn’t riding a sportbike like opening your eyes for the first time?” Short answer: Sport bikes are amazing.
