CBR650F Attempting some diy

[Victoria]

I have a 2016 cbr650f, I've had it almost two years now and have barely ridden it since I had another motorcycle. anyway, I wrecked that one so I decided to make some changes to this one while I'm recovering from the accident.
1. I'm doing a vinyl wrap, more like a cutout than a full wrap though. I'm waiting on more vinyl, so just one side is done so far.
2. I slapped an integrated taillight from customled.com on it. I think it looks way cool.
3. Put a cheap fender eliminator on it. There are holes that were previously covered by the fender that lead under the seat. Are there any covers sold specifically to close that off or any ideas on how to close it off?
4. Underglow led lighting. I just attached a switch to it but I'm struggling to find a good mounting point for it. Any suggestions? It's 50cm long and about 15-20cm in diameter.
5. Added a seat cover to make it look a little more aggressive.
6. Just started working on putting in a projector headlight with a halo, I'm waiting on the hid kit, but have it assembled.
7. Just ordered mirrors with integrated turn signals so I can remove the ones from the body.
I'm planning on taking more pictures of the entire bike once I have all the vinyl on and headlight back in.
Any suggestions about what else I can do to it?

 

[Devilsfan]

Welcome to the forum!

What was your other bike and what happened with your accident?


I have a 2016 cbr650f, I've had it almost two years now and have barely ridden it since I had another motorcycle. anyway, I wrecked that one so I decided to make some changes to this one while I'm recovering from the accident.
1. I'm doing a vinyl wrap, more like a cutout than a full wrap though. I'm waiting on more vinyl, so just one side is done so far. (Looking forward to seeing the pictures!)
2. I slapped an integrated taillight from customled.com on it. I think it looks way cool. (Nice!)
3. Put a cheap fender eliminator on it. There are holes that were previously covered by the fender that lead under the seat. Are there any covers sold specifically to close that off or any ideas on how to close it off? (Not sure what holes you're talking about. Show us a picture.)
4. Underglow led lighting. I just attached a switch to it but I'm struggling to find a good mounting point for it. Any suggestions? It's 50cm long and about 15-20cm in diameter. (Do you have to use that particular switch? You can find different size switches at most auto stores and motorcycle shops...or Amazon. A different switch may fit somewhere out of the way. If not are you willing to cut into the plastic?)
5. Added a seat cover to make it look a little more aggressive. (What brand seat cover and what does it look like?)
6. Just started working on putting in a projector headlight with a halo, I'm waiting on the hid kit, but have it assembled. (Cool!)
7. Just ordered mirrors with integrated turn signals so I can remove the ones from the body. (Good. Again, pics!)
I'm planning on taking more pictures of the entire bike once I have all the vinyl on and headlight back in.
Any suggestions about what else I can do to it? (Ride it!!!)

 

[Victoria]

Welcome to the forum!

What was your other bike and what happened with your accident?

😀
My other bike was a 2008 Suzuki gsxr 600, definitely my favorite I've ridden so far. I hit a dog while going about 50 mph. I didn't break anything, luckily, but I'm still with some pain.

I'm pretty set on using the switch I have hooked up now, I think it'll just be a challenge to fit it, I don't have any qualms with drilling into the plastic, I was thinking I'd put it on the side opposite the keyhole for the seat release.

The seat cover was a gift, so I'm not sure of the brand, I don't see where the brand is even marked on it. I'm gonna finish with the vinyl next week and get some pictures of the finished product including the seat cover.

I have about two more weeks until I can start riding again and I can't wait!

 

[Victoria]

Here are the holes I'm talking about, that's where the fender attaches

 

[Devilsfan]

I'm sure some type of silicone would work for covering those holes. Get the black.

 

[Victoria]

hooked up the halo to a switch, just have to mount the switch now. Also have the hid hooked up. I'll add more pictures in the coming week.

 

[Dankotaru]

Very cool!

 

[Victoria]

Thanks!
Here's the hid turned on

 

[Jerry]

That looks awesome.
Is it color configurable? Looks green in one pic and blue in another. How is visibility/road illumination?

 

[beneweis]

OMG is the dog okay?

 

[Eaglemoto]

😀
My other bike was a 2008 Suzuki gsxr 600, definitely my favorite I've ridden so far. I hit a dog while going about 50 mph. I didn't break anything, luckily, but I'm still with some pain.

Sweet, I have a GSXR 750 (2007), they are great bikes so not surprised its your favourite so far.

 

[Victoria]

I took these just while I was testing out everything before I closed the headlight back up. One's just with the halo(green only) and the other just with the hid on.

The dog is dead. Someone else hit it as well.

 

[Victoria]

Sweet, I have a GSXR 750 (2007), they are great bikes so not surprised its your favourite so far.

There's something special about them! I hope to get another one within the next few years.

 

[Eaglemoto]

There's something special about them! I hope to get another one within the next few years.

Get a 750 next time, pushes the performance closer to a litre bike but still has the agility of a 600.

 

[beneweis]

The dog is dead. Someone else hit it as well.

That is sad. But glad you are okay.

 

[Victoria]

I put some neochrome tint on the emblem and also have the switch for the halo put in.

 

[Victoria]

😀

 

[Jerry]

Wow, that's mental!

Now it's a Kawasaki, now it isn't

 

[GPJake]

Wrap looks nice.
I love a unique bike. Very cool.

 

[Dankotaru]

I think you have done an awesome job with it, very cool!