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Royal Enfield Motorcycles => Bullet with the UCE engine => Topic started by: motorat on September 24, 2012, 06:55:39 pm

Title: gaitors on a c5
Post by: motorat on September 24, 2012, 06:55:39 pm

do you know if i could fit the rectifer cover piece from a g5 and run gaitors on a c5.

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: jartist on September 25, 2012, 01:48:15 am

I'm pretty sure that you can go from the metal covers to gaitors but not the other way around as the G5 fork lowers are too big fit inside the tubes.  I would use bmw gaitors or something other than the enfield ones.  They are almost cracked through on one side and only two years old on my bike.

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: motorat on September 25, 2012, 02:08:00 am

thanks...i have some that i bought for my bonnie but never used.

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: b.sheets on March 28, 2013, 06:34:11 am

well, lets revive another old thread...only because I see no need to reinvent the wheel....

Did anyone ever actually accomplish this?

I've been wanting to fit gaitors on my c5 ever since I got it.
obviously (like stated earlier) the rectifier cover is fitted to the fork covers so that in particular is holding me back.
any luck motorat?

after gaitors I'm looking for a custom top yoke and headlight with a bracket instead of the stock set up.

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: gashousegorilla on March 28, 2013, 11:15:11 pm

Quote from: b.sheets on March 28, 2013, 06:34:11 am

well, lets revive another old thread...only because I see no need to reinvent the wheel....

Did anyone ever actually accomplish this?

I've been wanting to fit gaitors on my c5 ever since I got it.
obviously (like stated earlier) the rectifier cover is fitted to the fork covers so that in particular is holding me back.
any luck motorat?

after gaitors I'm looking for a custom top yoke and headlight with a bracket instead of the stock set up.

    I did it last year, and it worked out pretty well. If memory serves....... I needed longer bolts through the R/R cover and clamps. And I had to use a few washers  as spacers/stand offs to clear the top of the rubber gaiter. Of course, you will need to remove your forks to do it..........

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: b.sheets on March 28, 2013, 11:34:30 pm

do you have any pictures that I could use as a guide?

and any tips on finding the G5 rectifier cover that I will need?

This is going to be my next mod. misewell replace the fork oil at the same time too.

thanks for your reply and any future help
-brandon

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: motorat on March 28, 2013, 11:48:10 pm

i was waiting to see if a fork brace came available then that would work as the lower spot. i think you will still need to get the rec-cover from a g5 for the top.

i was going to get some but the bike started having issues and i got distracted.

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: b.sheets on March 28, 2013, 11:52:43 pm

yeah, I'm thinking about calling the dealership to get a black G5 rectifier cover and gaiters. that's probably my best bet.

do you think it would need a fork brace? my C5 has the updated straight forks....
I have considered getting one but we all know that hitchcocks is the only one that currently offers one and it's pretty expensive....unless someone got the measurements out to the other company that makes them(can't remember their name right now)

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: gashousegorilla on March 29, 2013, 02:25:02 am

Quote from: b.sheets on March 28, 2013, 11:34:30 pm

do you have any pictures that I could use as a guide?

and any tips on finding the G5 rectifier cover that I will need?

This is going to be my next mod. misewell replace the fork oil at the same time too.

thanks for your reply and any future help
-brandon

  No problem Brandon.  Not sure why you would need a B-5 cover ? But here is a pic of my C-5..... or what use to be. That's the stock C-5 Cover on there.

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: b.sheets on March 29, 2013, 02:33:36 am

it's beautiful.

thanks for the picture...
I guess I just thought that the C5 cover would get in the way of the gaiters but as you clearly stated earlier and showed in your picture it can be done with the longer bolts and whatnot.

it looks like I will be ordering some gaiters. probably from hitchcocks.
Thanks again for the picture.... gaiters just fit the bike so much more IMO

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: 1 Thump on March 29, 2013, 02:44:57 am

Quote from: gashousegorilla on March 29, 2013, 02:25:02 am

  No problem Brandon.  Not sure why you would need a B-5 cover ? But here is a pic of my C-5..... or what use to be. That's the stock C-5 Cover on there.

Oooh la la ! Aint that a beauty ? Got more pics of that bike GHG?

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: Ducati Scotty on March 29, 2013, 03:09:46 am

Gaiters do give it tha proper cafe look but I saw a Continental in silver with covered forks. It looked really good.

Scott

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: gashousegorilla on March 29, 2013, 04:44:16 am

  Yes, I agree Scott.  Either would work well, and I debated whether to use use the gators or not.  The C-5 does have really nice front end to begin with.

   Thanks Brandon for the kind words , and i'm glad you like it....... We put a lot of work into it.

   And here you go 1 thump, I have a slew of them.... When i get a chance i'll post some more up, and  a write up on the build..... If I ever get out of the garage !  LOL !

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: Bulletman on March 29, 2013, 07:37:12 am

Really awesome bike, thanks for posting the pictures.

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: b.sheets on March 29, 2013, 07:58:21 am

it looks like hitchcocks have all the parts I will need (short tube covers and the gaiters) so hopefully I can tackle this project soon.

roughly $47 for the parts.

kinda sucks that I  have to take the forks off but two birds one stone, fork oil and the gaiters.

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: mattsz on March 29, 2013, 09:34:58 am

Holy smokes!  Where have you been hiding that thing?  It's gorgeous!  Yes please to a proper build write up... get crackin'!

Quote from: b.sheets on March 29, 2013, 07:58:21 am

roughly $47 for the parts.

Plus another $50 for the shipping?  :(

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: b.sheets on March 29, 2013, 10:36:47 am

maybe $15 for shipping on those parts....
but I can't complain because anytime I'm unhappy with a part they refund or give me a better part with no questions asked.

the gas cap conversion came with an indian made twist cap from the 90's models(the cap twisted, tightened down and then you could pry it off as soon as you pulled up on it) they sent me a british made cap without even second guessing it. works like a charm. love those guys.

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: gremlin on March 29, 2013, 02:30:00 pm

That bike is brilliant.
What did you use for a fuel pump ?

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: 1 Thump on March 29, 2013, 03:26:00 pm

GHG: You have certainly put in a lot of thought into building this (probably a lot of coin too). There is a lot of detail in the paint scheme, especially the pinstriping that accentuates the color. This is one of the best RE based cafe's I have seen. Nicely done brother. Do a write up when you find time (especially about the sprung cafe seat).

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: Chuck D on March 29, 2013, 03:45:51 pm

That's a really beautiful bike G.G. Witty little details everywhere you look. I'd love to see more!
Chuck.

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: barenekd on March 29, 2013, 05:36:58 pm

after gaitors I'm looking for a custom top yoke and headlight with a bracket instead of the stock set up.

The top yoke and bracket mounted headlight are available from NFG.
Bare

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: Ducati Scotty on March 29, 2013, 05:43:12 pm

Quote from: gashousegorilla on March 29, 2013, 04:44:16 am

  Yes, I agree Scott.  Either would work well, and I debated whether to use use the gators or not.  The C-5 does have really nice front end to begin with.

Your bike needs gaitors, that's straight up rocker style!  And I think the last pic I saw was when you re-drilled your fender to take the torque out.  It's come quite a way since then!  Truly beautiful.  Homemade mounts with Tarozzi rearsets?  Nicely done.

Scott

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: gashousegorilla on March 29, 2013, 05:59:27 pm

  Thanks for all the kind words, and noticing all the details and such boys!  I appreciate it !!!   Yeah, too funny Scott..... a bit different now aye!?  I'm just in from a Dyno run and tune.... and I swear to ya, I'm having problems with my laptop. With all my info and pics !  Give me some time and I'll get back with ya.... I promise.

 And BTW gremlin....... that's a inline deal hidden under the tank......

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: Ducati Scotty on March 29, 2013, 06:15:23 pm

Quote from: gashousegorilla on March 29, 2013, 05:59:27 pm

And BTW gremlin....... that's a inline deal hidden under the tank......

Inline pump, filter, or both?

Scott

Title: Re: gaitors on a c5
Post by: gashousegorilla on March 29, 2013, 09:00:52 pm

Quote from: Ducati Scotty on March 29, 2013, 06:15:23 pm

Inline pump, filter, or both?

Scott

  Yes Scott, both.  Big Arse summit Racing high flow filter and Walbro pump........