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    Fiberglass Side Cover Replacements

    I was thinking the other day about side covers and was wondering if anyone had tried laying up some fiberglass reproductions. I know this site http://replicofairings.com/replico-p...hp?make=YAMAHA sells them but at $90 a piece without shipping that's a bit steep. Has anyone tried making them?

    f you had the original side covers making a negative (or positive) out of casting foam and molding it wouldn't take nothing but a couple days. As far as the mounting tabs go, the one on the right can be replaced with a bit of machined aluminum and so can the one on the right (sold on ebay already).

    I'm going to try and find a broken left hand side cover from somewhere (don't know where) and try to cast a mold for it. Possibly just put some mold release on the inside and pour in two-part epoxy then lay fiberglass over the positive.
    78 E - 2to1 exhaust, dynatek coils, special headlight [SOLD!]
    79 F - gas tank refurb, headgasket change, straight pipes, late model carbs, virago lowering shocks, special headlight and gauges, TC fuse block, GSXR-1100 carbs (WIP)


    "May my tires not fail me, nor my engine grow cold"
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  • #2
    I had thought about trying this just for kicks but never got around to it.
    Nate

    78 XS11 "Matilda" 2H7 000364

    2001 Raptor ACCT, T.C. Fuse Box, TC Bros Forward Controls
    Kuryakyn Iso Grips/Throttleboss/Bar End Mirror, Custom Covered Seat
    Shinko 712s, HID Headlight, RC Performance Exhaust
    Bikemaster Daytona Handlebars, Galfer SS Brake Lines
    Barnett HD Clutch Springs, T.C. Spin On Filter Adapter
    K+N Air Filter

    88 Voyager XII
    81 XJ650 Maxim

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    • #3
      This has been talked about numerous times, with the conclusion that to make/sell them, the finished product would cost more than tracking down a good used original unless the seller is willing to work for near-nothing (not too many volunteers... LOL). Add in the fact that there's three different types (ignoring some detail differences) and that complicates it further.

      Note that those replicas being offered will probably only fit the 78/79 US 'standards', not any of the specials or 80/81 US standards.
      Fast, Cheap, Reliable... Pick any two

      '78E original owner - resto project
      '78E ???? owner - Modder project FJ forks, 4-piston calipers F/R, 160/80-16 rear tire
      '82 XJ rebuild project
      '80SG restified, red SOLD
      '79F parts...
      '81H more parts...

      Other current bikes:
      '93 XL1200 Anniversary Sportster 85RWHP
      '86 XL883/1200 Chopper
      '82 XL1000 w/1450cc Buell, Baker 6-speed, in-progress project
      Cage: '13 Mustang GT/CS with a few 'custom' touches
      Yep, can't leave nuthin' alone...

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      • #4
        Yes, a regular thread, this one. It would be an enthusiast/volunteer type thing. I reckon one day we might just be 3D 'printing' things like this! Until then, the breaker yards will provide a steady stream of spares....
        XS1100F 1980 European model. Standard. Dyna coils. Iridium plugs. XS750 final drive (sometimes). Micron fork brace. Progressive front springs. Geezer regulator/rectifier. Stainless 4 into 2 exhaust. Auto CCT (Venturer 1300) SOLD. New project now on the go. 1980 European model.

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        • #5
          Originally posted by crazy steve View Post
          This has been talked about numerous times, with the conclusion that to make/sell them, the finished product would cost more than tracking down a good used original unless the seller is willing to work for near-nothing (not too many volunteers... LOL). Add in the fact that there's three different types (ignoring some detail differences) and that complicates it further.

          Note that those replicas being offered will probably only fit the 78/79 US 'standards', not any of the specials or 80/81 US standards.
          I guess the reason I ask is because the ones on ebay are just so expensive and I can't find any 78/79 ones. People are asking $80-$100 for just one of them and with a reusable mold I can't see the fiberglass+resin costing that much more...

          Am I right in thinking the only difference between the 78/79 and the 80/81 covers is the round holes vs slots on the top?
          78 E - 2to1 exhaust, dynatek coils, special headlight [SOLD!]
          79 F - gas tank refurb, headgasket change, straight pipes, late model carbs, virago lowering shocks, special headlight and gauges, TC fuse block, GSXR-1100 carbs (WIP)


          "May my tires not fail me, nor my engine grow cold"

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          • #6
            Originally posted by James England View Post
            ...I reckon one day we might just be 3D 'printing' things like this! ....
            I'm just waiting for someone to launch into 3D printing for sidecover emblems!

            I dabbled with casting emblems from polyurethane casting resins in silicone molds a few years ago. I did get a few decent ones but really only have a dozen or so 'factory seconds' to show for the effort. 3D printing sounds much more promising.





            Last edited by Ken Talbot; 03-12-2014, 06:03 PM.
            Ken Talbot

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            • #7
              Another thought

              I would like to see some aftermarket tanks. I am sure the standard tank would sell sell, depending on the price point. They are getting harder and harder to find...
              1979 XS110F, Stock
              1980 XS1100G, Mostly Stock, gifted to my son.
              2000 YZ 250, Sold
              2002 YZ125, Sold
              2009 Royal Star Venture
              '94 Pontiac Trans Am, 25th Anniversary, For Sale

              Ernie

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              • #8
                Wait, didn't I give u some extra side covers I had Gabe?
                1979 XS1100F
                2H9 Mod, Truck-Lite LED Headlight, TECHNA-FIT S/S Brake Lines, Rear Air Shocks, TKAT Fork Brace, Dyna DC-I Coils, TC Fuse Block, Barnett HD Clutch Springs, Superbike Handlebars, V-Star 650 ACCT, NGK Irridium Plugs, OEM Exhaust. CNC-Cut 2nd Gear Dogs; Ported/Milled Head; Modded Airbox: 8x8 Wix Panel Filter; #137.5 Main Jet, Viper Yellow Paint, Michelin Pilot Activ F/R, Interstate AGM Battery, 14MM MC, Maier Fairing, Cree LED Fog Lights.

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                • #9
                  Originally posted by IanDMacDonald View Post
                  Wait, didn't I give u some extra side covers I had Gabe?
                  Those ones are at the painter getting made purdy.
                  78 E - 2to1 exhaust, dynatek coils, special headlight [SOLD!]
                  79 F - gas tank refurb, headgasket change, straight pipes, late model carbs, virago lowering shocks, special headlight and gauges, TC fuse block, GSXR-1100 carbs (WIP)


                  "May my tires not fail me, nor my engine grow cold"

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                  • #10
                    Originally posted by D0wn5h1ft View Post
                    .... Am I right in thinking the only difference between the 78/79 and the 80/81 covers is the round holes vs slots on the top?
                    Nope, not right..... look here:
                    http://www.xs11.com/forum/showthread.php?t=36552
                    Fast, Cheap, Reliable... Pick any two

                    '78E original owner - resto project
                    '78E ???? owner - Modder project FJ forks, 4-piston calipers F/R, 160/80-16 rear tire
                    '82 XJ rebuild project
                    '80SG restified, red SOLD
                    '79F parts...
                    '81H more parts...

                    Other current bikes:
                    '93 XL1200 Anniversary Sportster 85RWHP
                    '86 XL883/1200 Chopper
                    '82 XL1000 w/1450cc Buell, Baker 6-speed, in-progress project
                    Cage: '13 Mustang GT/CS with a few 'custom' touches
                    Yep, can't leave nuthin' alone...

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                    • #11
                      I could see a cheap and easier alternative being vacuum formed acrylic. My battery cover on the auranthetic was done like that. Always wanted to try it. Not sure if the bends are too tight for that though.

                      Edit: Nope... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IhhxFH0Znt0
                      Last edited by Orange4; 03-12-2014, 11:57 PM.
                      Living to EXcess.
                      1978 XS1100E Canadian, Cartridge emulators, NOS heavy duty fork springs,
                      Showa rear shocks, ACCT, Jardine 4-2 spaghetti pipes.
                      1979 XS1100F Canadian, stock exhaust. Top end rebuild in progress.

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                      • #12
                        You've done a good job there!
                        Originally posted by Ken Talbot View Post
                        I'm just waiting for someone to launch into 3D printing for sidecover emblems!

                        I dabbled with casting emblems from polyurethane casting resins in silicone molds a few years ago. I did get a few decent ones but really only have a dozen or so 'factory seconds' to show for the effort. 3D printing sounds much more promising.





                        XS1100F 1980 European model. Standard. Dyna coils. Iridium plugs. XS750 final drive (sometimes). Micron fork brace. Progressive front springs. Geezer regulator/rectifier. Stainless 4 into 2 exhaust. Auto CCT (Venturer 1300) SOLD. New project now on the go. 1980 European model.

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                        • #13
                          Those look like OEM to me. Nice work.

                          Perhaps the 3D printing is not too far off:

                          http://www.nethawk.tv/2014/03/mark-o...fiber-printer/
                          Living to EXcess.
                          1978 XS1100E Canadian, Cartridge emulators, NOS heavy duty fork springs,
                          Showa rear shocks, ACCT, Jardine 4-2 spaghetti pipes.
                          1979 XS1100F Canadian, stock exhaust. Top end rebuild in progress.

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