KR1 project - i like a challenge

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KR1 project - i like a challenge

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hi all. here is my challenge / project, it may take a different direction tomorrow as you will see the subfame aint all there...but for now..here is what i have and i will post as i go along.

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i said it was a challenge....will keep you posted
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An afternoons work there Wil! :lol:
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yer right! see you in 5 years!! :lol:
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Best of luck with it cheers.
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you need to add your pipes into that pile of bits
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I like the low rider look :)

Is that the bike/spares that was on ebay from Jersey.
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Where did you get the winkle pickers from :lol:
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375 wrote:I like the low rider look :)
Fork rake looks a bit severe though, may be a bit of a struggle through the twisties :lol:
If it takes more than 2strokes then your just playing at it..
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daz680 wrote:you need to add your pipes into that pile of bits
will do on tomorrows post, cheers Daz. Just the Job. and thanks for the freebie. i owe you a pint :D
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375 wrote:I like the low rider look :)

Is that the bike/spares that was on ebay from Jersey.
i might keep it that low :lol:
Southport lot off ebay
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headcoats wrote:Where did you get the winkle pickers from :lol:
next! Swap ya for a right hand foot hanger! lol :lol:
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A few more pics as i go along....time for putting it back together me thinks

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i'm liking this jigsaw puzzle :) :D
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That's looking Shiney =D>
If it takes more than 2strokes then your just playing at it..
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is the frame powder coated or polished?
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looks good your doing lots better than me hats off to you 8)
I wish i knew something about KR's so i was like knowledgeable about them and everything like what you lot are ;-) :-) :-)
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