Looking for some design thoughts/critiques. I wanted to do a "scrambleresque" update to this little bike. Nothing crazy, but started thinking about some seat designs. Below is some general thoughts.
A) Just threwon a piece of sheet metal (the one slated for the luggage rack) to get an idea of where the lines of the bike would be. I'm thinking if I cut the rise in the back and add a loop and a fender that will balance out the proportions.
![[Image: DqfBSWj.jpg]](https://i.imgur.com/DqfBSWj.jpg)
B) I added a "fender" as well as raised the gas tank about 1.25" which I personally think helps the lines of the bike flow better as they become parallel to the ground. The fender adds proportionality to the rear. Above it looks super front heavy. Maybe chopping the front fender some may help balance it out. Before, the gas tank kinda slopes downward. I noticed when raising the tank the handlebars hit at full lock so some sort of riser would be necessary.
![[Image: XHwkyb1.jpg]](https://i.imgur.com/XHwkyb1.jpg)
Anywho, just some thoughts.
A) Just threwon a piece of sheet metal (the one slated for the luggage rack) to get an idea of where the lines of the bike would be. I'm thinking if I cut the rise in the back and add a loop and a fender that will balance out the proportions.
B) I added a "fender" as well as raised the gas tank about 1.25" which I personally think helps the lines of the bike flow better as they become parallel to the ground. The fender adds proportionality to the rear. Above it looks super front heavy. Maybe chopping the front fender some may help balance it out. Before, the gas tank kinda slopes downward. I noticed when raising the tank the handlebars hit at full lock so some sort of riser would be necessary.
Anywho, just some thoughts.
Current
2006 4Runner V8 Limited|| Currently no BRAPS
Past
2007 DRZ400S || 2007 SV650 || 1998 Yamaha RT180 || 1998 XJ Sport || 2002 Subaru WRX Wagon || 1998 XJ Classic || 2002 VW Passat Wagon || 1992 F150 Custom
2006 4Runner V8 Limited|| Currently no BRAPS
Past
2007 DRZ400S || 2007 SV650 || 1998 Yamaha RT180 || 1998 XJ Sport || 2002 Subaru WRX Wagon || 1998 XJ Classic || 2002 VW Passat Wagon || 1992 F150 Custom