Honda calls them "steps," but we might know them as footpeg brackets. And on Project 17 they were in pretty rough-looking shape from years of dirt accumulation and neglect.
At right are the left and right side assemblies broken into their component parts for cleaning and polishing, ready for reassembly.
At right are the left and right side assemblies broken into their component parts for cleaning and polishing, ready for reassembly.
And here they are assembled, ready to be installed onto the bike.
Getting to this point represented a few hours of cleaning, rust removal, ultrasonic cleaning, wet-sanding and polishing.
(Below) Here's an example of what you might face while refurbishing these components. This brake pedal is an aluminum part that is severely corroded. After lots of grinding, filling, sanding and polishing we're back to a useable part. It's not "restoration" perfect but is to the level of this project's finish.
Getting to this point represented a few hours of cleaning, rust removal, ultrasonic cleaning, wet-sanding and polishing.
(Below) Here's an example of what you might face while refurbishing these components. This brake pedal is an aluminum part that is severely corroded. After lots of grinding, filling, sanding and polishing we're back to a useable part. It's not "restoration" perfect but is to the level of this project's finish.
(Right) With the subframe still off the frame, this is the perfect opportunity to detail the swingarm and shock area.
(Right) Here's a tip I use to help with the rear wheel installation.
The caliper bracket needs to be positioned in line with the wheel axle but it just wants to fall toward the floor, making life difficult. Lacking a third hand, I hook up a bungee to give just the right amount of support. Ready for the cleaned wheel and fresh Bridgestone.
The caliper bracket needs to be positioned in line with the wheel axle but it just wants to fall toward the floor, making life difficult. Lacking a third hand, I hook up a bungee to give just the right amount of support. Ready for the cleaned wheel and fresh Bridgestone.
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