K100 build- making it up as I go

[jc55]

Well, it's like a bad shot at the doctor...it's over phew! After final detailing of imperfections, shot high build one last time, sanded with 400 dry, then 600 grit wet.


Shot the Nason base coat that I concocted then had the paint store duplicate it. They tried to scan and find a color in the book, but I insisted they mix mine so this one IS mine.


3 coats and a mist due to the high metallic, then 4 coats of clear. There's a lot more blue than the pictures can reveal. Next to black, it really pops.


It came out great. I never cut and buffed before. I have everything to do it, I'm just afraid of screwing it up.


I left the tank tabs on there purposely. I know there are varying opinions, but I'm going for a factory prototype look. That may seem strange but I see it in my warped mind. The tabs will allow me to add more bodywork later if I want also.


Thanks for looking, on to wiring which is more of my specialty.

[jc55]

On to the wiring. I used 3M 5200 marine adhesive to glue the tail light to the bracket and it's still curing. Everything is completely modular and the wiring runs through o-rings and is protected by OEM style cloth tape.


I used a 6 pin weather pack connector for the rear harness. I'm not getting brake and turn signal voltage so I think I need to investigate the bulb monitor module. I cut 3 wires when I eliminated the ABS system.

[jc55]

As a teaser, I'm including one pic of the painted tail pan on the bike.  All I can say is that it is just wicked insane. I am so stoked that it's keeping me up at night.

I've learned a few "nice to know" items on this wiring system:
1) The load shed system seems to affect circuits...well, basically all of them!
2) Fuse 1 power (Green/black wire) is switched by the kill switch
3) All imported LED tail lights are junk

I had a turn signal perfect storm. Right handle bar switch works, but right rear turn signal light doesn't light. Left handle bar switch didn't work, left rear turn signal light worked. That took a few minutes  :dunno2:  Ordered more tail light strips.

I wired up the Acewell 2853 and the TGPI 4.0 board to the green/black wiring on F1 and they work great! Spin the wheel, speedo works. Clutch in to crank, and neutral light on to crank work great.

Can't get enough RPM to test the MSD 8918 install to interface with the Acewell, but did see it jump once. May add fuel to the throttle body vacuum ports with a syringe to get it to fire for testing. Still open to using the yellow acewell tach wire connected to pin 16 of the gauge cluster which runs to the RPM wire from the coil - with a resistor in series, opinions welcomed.

[Boxermann]

Tail pan looks awesome! Looking forward to see the tank mounted.

Thanks for the wiring info. Will return here when I get there with mine.

Have you checked out TruFLEX led strips? I've read some good reviews about them.

[jc55]

Thank you for the link!!! I found one that is a close spec for $60. If I have another issue with the ones I have coming, I'll order one. Cheap flexible LED strips dislike two things. Any pressure applied to them, and too much flex. I put blue LED's all over the inside of my boat and I had to be super delicate with them.

[Mike Flores]

Thank you for the link!!! I found one that is a close spec for $60. If I have another issue with the ones I have coming, I'll order one. Cheap flexible LED strips dislike two things. Any pressure applied to them, and too much flex. I put blue LED's all over the inside of my boat and I had to be super delicate with them.

For what its worth, my Radiantz LED strip that I bought from Cognito Moto works great and was straightforward to wire up.

[pablooo]

+1 to what Mike just said. The build quality of the Radiantz is a lot better than the Chinese one I originally got. Definitely worth the money.

[jc55]

It doesn't look like Radiantz has integrated turn signals, which I need 😞

[pablooo]

It doesn't look like Radiantz has integrated turn signals, which I need 😞

Is this what you're looking for? http://www.radiantz.com/Turns-and-Brake-Z-Flex-strips-p/470x-xxxx.htm

[Mike Flores]

It doesn't look like Radiantz has integrated turn signals, which I need 😞

It does have integrated turn signals, that's what I have on my bike.

[jc55]

Is this what you're looking for? http://www.radiantz.com/Turns-and-Brake-Z-Flex-strips-p/470x-xxxx.htm

Thank you for the link, and thanks Mike. I just ordered one.

[Markus77]

I ordered a different one from Dime City but I don't think its super quality (the wire gauge was annoyingly tiny) but it has worked no problem so far is only $35 if anyone else needs one

[Markus77]

Whoops forgot the link: http://www.dimecitycycles.com/flexible-led-integrated-tail-light-indicators.html

[jc55]

Thanks for the link Markus.


I'm starting to get into, 'just throw it together' mode. Running out of steam and I don't want to spend a whole lot of time on details I can upgrade later.


I made a bunch of rubber washers to start mounting items like the fender, gauges, etc. I wish the dash looked a little more world class like some of the builds on here but maybe next winter.


Added an incandescent generator and water temp light, the original LT water temp gauge, and lowered the fender to about 20mm off the tire.


Mounted the turn signals on the radiator. I need the new tail light, a radiator reservoir, and a place to mount the ignition switch.

[Markus77]

Looks like it's all coming together - keep up the great work!

[herseyb]

In the immortal words of Nina Hagen, "future is now."  You've been doing a great job, don't get too discouraged now!  Everything looks great. Thoughts on a little cowling in front of the gauges?

[jc55]

Thank you Hershey and Markus. You're right Hersheyb, the future is now. Thanks for the push! I don't think I'll go with a cowl for now, but I did lay the gauges down to flow a little better. I don't like the two red nipples staring up at me...but I'm do close!!!


I also relocated the ignition switch using the original rubber crash pad and mounted the tank. I used 3m 5200 marine caulk on the switch mounting. I had a power inverter glued to a fiberglass console and even using heat I destroyed the case on the inverter prying it off the fiberglass. It's great stuff when it cures.

[Markus77]

The ignition mount looks great! The dash/gauge mounting is a challenge on these bikes but I think it looks pretty good so far. Keep it up:)

[jc55]

Thanks man! Installing the battery and computer in the tail today. That lithium battery blows my mind!


I finally captured this ever changing paint in its darkest hue on camera. Sometimes it's light blue, sometimes silver but this is my favorite...


Also installing stone guard on areas that are susceptible to possible rubbing and chaffing...on the bike, that is.

[jc55]

Here's a video of the exhaust. My speed sensor is jumping around, exhaust has oil in it, and choke is on, but it sounds just as I'd hoped. Quiet, yet throaty.

[Boxermann]

Sounds great! Thanks for the video.


Glad to hear the battery works!

[jc55]

Just a couple of loose ends but pretty much done.


New 15 weight fork oil, and an extra 12cc per tube. I reinstalled the factory rear spring, raised the forks back up, and have 5" of clearance at the belly pan.


Added some foil to the hot side of the belly pan to protect the paint.


Wired in the new Radiantz tail light and mounted the tail pan. Everything is modular with rubber isolation, nylon washers, stone guard, etc.


Under the seat is completely vacant. I want to have a removable bag made to fill that entire area along with a tank bag, and a tail bag with custom mounts for light touring.


Going for a factory racer look without it being over done. I'm looking to stay away from the cafe racer stigma and wanted the bike to embrace being a BMW.


 My dad has built a couple of replicas of the Gottlieb Daimler first wooden motorcycle, one of which is in a museum and went on the centennial ride in Anaheim in 1985. 105 years of German engineering difference, I hope to get a photo side by side.


I have a couple of old buildings downtown including a storefront, so I'm going to have my wife photograph the bike, then I'll be riding the wheels off of it, commuting to work and the 12 miles to my shop. I think I'm really gonna love this bike!

[Markus77]

Wow it looks great! Really like the colour as well. Keep up posted as you finish up the last details:)

[Boxermann]

Looks awesome! Love the paint job!

[MaraudeRS]

Looks awesome! Nice work! You've inspired me to get mine done and on the road


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