Tuesday, November 15, 2011

The Minibikes From The 70's Are Back

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I cannot believe my eyes when I see these pictures of those minibikes from the 70s modified with today's technology. The kind of thing you don't need to know about mechanics to know the job was done just right. My favorite modification is the lower handlebar mimicking a cafe racer and giving it that defiant look of the era. Take a look.


Impeccable great look and that trick used by business jet aircraft photographers, the classic wet ground gives it a dramatic look. The tyres have been upgraded an inch and a half and the extra chrome on the rims is not that bad. I am more stock if you would and less glitterati.
More internal mods have taken place but our concern is merely aesthetically so the job was worth it, these Bikes look awesome.


OK, lets take it easy cause I know this is really blowing people's socks off. The oversize tank with solid squared logo represents the strength of the brand and that bright red is nobodies by Honda's. Also it is plain to see modern accessories like the Brembo style rotors with a butterfly perimeter to reduce friction and temperature. A major modification on the swing arm is apparent too but it may well be the original frame, honestly I don;t know that.

And finally, here is the detail of the most appropriate modification represented in the handlebar as I mentioned before.  Please don't be lazy and magnify this shot to see the details of the detail. it is a perfect T configuration in which the headlamp is above the bar line (racing typical) and the respectful decision of leaving the rubbered cushion covers on the forks.


There is no doubt in my mind about the deep knowledge the builder has, including its ability to make it as per the book of the good taste. Fabulous colors, well blended in, harmonious combination and in sync with the original manufacturer. We can say without any problem that the bike is so Honda. And everybody will be OK with it.

Modifications are no easy game, they require lots of experience and knowledge of what you are doing and finally, you will be judged by the results expressed on a quality audit check and a photoshoot with plenty of angles to choose from. I promise will get more minibikes in the future, they deserve their place in this blog.

Until the next issue,

Miguel Perez
Orlando, FL


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