Author Topic: I dare ya . Custom 850 T 3 (Read 4557 times)

Motormike · « **Reply #30 on:** February 28, 2020, 11:01:03 AM »

The only thing I don't care for from a styling perspective is the oval side covers on the triangular frame section. Even with that, I sure wouldn't turn them down if they wanted to give it to me!

RinkRat II · « **Reply #31 on:** February 28, 2020, 11:39:24 AM »

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I would LOVE to show up unannounced at a Guzzi Rally or local Bike Night on that beauty!

100% agreed. The only two things I'd change is put in a filler strip around the headlight,and lengthen the sidestand to sit like it does but without the block under it.
Beautiful execution.
Paul B

Huzo · « **Reply #32 on:** February 28, 2020, 11:53:28 AM »

Quote from: RinkRat II on February 28, 2020, 11:39:24 AM

Beautiful execution.
Paul B

That comment should be directed toward the bloke who designed the pipes and seat.
Can y’all not see the visual imbalance ?
The headers look like they’ve been thrown together from drainpipe and plumbers fittings, the bike’s lines are curved but the headers are cobbled together from straight sections and bends.
The seat is so truncated, the rear plate has to extend out like the flap on a letterbox.
Actually here in Oz, you’d stand a workmanlike chance of being booked for having an unreadable plate.
Fix all that and change the “S” on the tank to an “F” and we’re getting close..
More importantly, did I win the dare ?

oldbike54 · « **Reply #33 on:** February 28, 2020, 01:21:14 PM »

<sigh>

Fortunately Winter is almost over up here .

Dusty

redrider90 · « **Reply #34 on:** February 28, 2020, 01:57:46 PM »

Quote from: oldbike54 on February 28, 2020, 01:21:14 PM

<sigh>

Fortunately Winter is almost over up here .

Dusty

lots of good and bad stuff. Love it.

Dusty wins.

Turin · « **Reply #35 on:** February 28, 2020, 05:17:44 PM »

Tonti Guzzi's have good bones. It's not that hard to make them pretty. Put Cindy Crawford in a dress from JC penneys and she's still going to look good.

This has been done to death. First two I recall are the Thrasher from EP&F in Prescott, AZ and George Dockray's 850T. /these were done probably over 20 years ago.

wirespokes · « **Reply #36 on:** February 28, 2020, 07:16:44 PM »

I dare you to not like this T3

With an opening like that you'd think the OP had a sense of humor.

In my opinion, it's a nice start to a good bike - it's clean and not rusty or corroded. Not into black wheels, 2" of front suspension, truncated fenders and uncomfortable ergos. But all that can be fixed to make a rideable useable machine again. And it'll probably be available pretty cheap at some future date, just like choppers back in the day. At least the frame wasn't mutilated in the process like they did with chopperss

redrider90 · « **Reply #37 on:** February 28, 2020, 07:51:00 PM »

Quote from: wirespokes on February 28, 2020, 07:16:44 PM

I dare you to not like this T3

With an opening like that you'd think the OP had a sense of humor.

Well I do have a sense of humor. I thought that was obvious.

Siamese · « **Reply #38 on:** February 28, 2020, 10:34:30 PM »

I think it's gorgeous. I wouldn't ride it though, as I don't like a lot of attention.

Scout63 · « **Reply #39 on:** February 29, 2020, 06:30:54 AM »

A gorgeous build but a little busy and a little cliche. When did bike descriptions get like Architectural Digest articles of stars homes?

blu guzz · « **Reply #40 on:** February 29, 2020, 06:31:08 AM »

I really like it. For that kind of bike, I think it is very nice. This is a wealthy guy toy. Take it to the local pub on the nicest of days. Maybe a quick run through the twisties. Back to the stable, hand the keys to your man to wipe down and tuck away until next time. Dreams.

twowheeladdict · « **Reply #41 on:** February 29, 2020, 08:07:57 AM »

My eyes love cafe bikes. My back doesn't.

Siamese · « **Reply #42 on:** February 29, 2020, 02:22:10 PM »

Quote from: twowheeladdict on February 29, 2020, 08:07:57 AM

My eyes love cafe bikes. My back doesn't.

Yeah, dat.

Turin · « **Reply #43 on:** February 29, 2020, 06:21:42 PM »

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I really like it. For that kind of bike, I think it is very nice. This is a wealthy guy toy. Take it to the local pub on the nicest of days. Maybe a quick run through the twisties. Back to the stable, hand the keys to your man to wipe down and tuck away until next time. Dreams.

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Not really. There's nothing all that special going on here. Take a super clean tonti of your choosing, switch out the tank, seat, handle bar, pipes, a little back yard fabrication, and there you go. Other than the front end travel, there's no reason it couldn't be ridden daily.
Speaking of frames, I wonder if this uses a later frame with the taller steering neck, therefore the lack of travel.

redrider90 · « **Reply #44 on:** February 29, 2020, 07:56:27 PM »

Quote from: Turin on February 29, 2020, 06:21:42 PM

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Other than the front end travel, there's no reason it couldn't be ridden daily.

How about some air filters? Whenever someone builds a hot cafe sans air filters I always come away thinking this guy is not going to ride this bike very much.

Antietam Classic Cycle · « **Reply #45 on:** February 29, 2020, 08:13:49 PM »

Quote from: redrider90 on February 29, 2020, 07:56:27 PM

How about some air filters? Whenever someone builds a hot cafe sans air filters I always come away thinking this guy is not going to ride this bike very much.

The V7 Sport and 850-T both came from the factory without air filters and folks rode those quite a bit.

Gliderjohn · « **Reply #46 on:** February 29, 2020, 08:20:18 PM »

It's each to their own. Do what you want within the resources and/or talent you have. Although not near as radical, when I bought my T-3 it was to be and is my bike canvas to do as I wish and I have. I like it but some others may not so much so be it. I could post a picture of what I consider a stunningly beautiful women and other would shrug and wonder what I was seeing in her and visa versa. Life brings many tastes.
GliderJohn

John A · « **Reply #47 on:** February 29, 2020, 09:16:59 PM »

Quote from: redrider90 on February 29, 2020, 07:56:27 PM

How about some air filters? Whenever someone builds a hot cafe sans air filters I always come away thinking this guy is not going to ride this bike very much.

I liked what Lannis said about the filters, I thought it was hilarious and true!

Roebling3 · « **Reply #48 on:** February 29, 2020, 09:37:53 PM »

Rather than an yclept café bike it's much more a Bobber. I dislike that name alone. The fat tires are a waste, along with the dinky frt fender. Most annoying? Oversized tires. At least the wheels are not matte finished; but wheels are the most important part of a mc. They should stand out. Polished and sparkling - w/a blue pin stripe? Alternate focal points add interest! A more robust front end would balance the profile. Don't hide the calipers. Ditch the extender tubes on the mufflers. The Eagle should stand alone. Ditch the over sized, bulky oval - it relates to nothing. A more elliptical blue pin stripe? R3~
BTW: Croc skin ain't no Air Hawk!

Huzo · « **Reply #49 on:** March 01, 2020, 04:21:18 AM »

Quote from: redrider90 on February 28, 2020, 01:57:46 PM

lots of good and bad stuff. Love it.

Dusty wins.

Ummm..
Wins what and why...?

redrider90 · « **Reply #50 on:** March 01, 2020, 11:44:23 AM »

Quote from: Huzo on March 01, 2020, 04:21:18 AM

Ummm..
Wins what and why...?

Wins the nod for dry humor which has nothing to do with the thread but has a lot to do with the humorous part of the thread.

Huzo · « **Reply #51 on:** March 02, 2020, 01:32:19 AM »

Quote from: redrider90 on March 01, 2020, 11:44:23 AM

Wins the nod for dry humor which has nothing to do with the thread but has a lot to do with the humorous part of the thread.

Oh...
OK.

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Author Topic: I dare ya . Custom 850 T 3 (Read 4557 times)

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