1100 ACE Bobber build (help needed) - Honda Shadow Forums : Shadow Motorcycle Forum

jetmech · 12-18-2012, 06:00 PM

Hi, I have a 98 1100 ACE and want to make it into a bobber. I need help regarding making parts or websites that can help me get parts.
How or where can I get parts to cover the top frame below where I want to install a solo springer seat? Also where can I purchase a springer seat, blacked out rear shocks or parts to turn it into a hard tail.
Can anybody tell me if turning it into a hard tail is worth it?
Thanks

bobo54501 · 12-18-2012, 06:57 PM

Well if you have any fillings in your Teeth you might not want a Hard Tail ..

bobo54501 · 12-18-2012, 07:18 PM

Im Just curious to .. Is the Shadow in really bad shape ? If its not and you never built a Bobber before maybe try a Different bike thats already crappy and save the Shadow ..?? Shadow Ace aint a bad looking bike stock ..Maybe look for a Old Yamaha XS650 or a Virago 750 They already have a soft tail that looks like a hard tail ..Lots of Guys bobb those old 650 Yammys and they look sharp .Theres actually a Video on You tube of a guy converting one into a hard tail frame ..

MrSteej · 12-18-2012, 08:54 PM

There is quite a few bobber projects on the forums where you can get lots of info, AcedIt has a great thread on his project, nothing wrong with bobbing a Shadow, there is a million of them out there..

ScootMods has forward controls, Blue Collar Bobbers has quite a few kits for seats and fenders etc. Also Cruiser Customizer has a ton of after market parts. Mostly just Google is your friend.

Good luck and post your progress...

deadshadow · 12-18-2012, 09:33 PM

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Not sure the exact look you are going for, but here is a 97 1100 ace I turned into a bobber. The seats are the easiest to fine as there are numerous variations available on eBay. I don't use springs with mine Bc I kept the suspension stock. Vht epoxy paint can give you those blacked out shocks for the cost of $7 for a can of the paint.

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jetmech · 12-19-2012, 02:43 AM

Hey all thanks for the tips. My 1100 ACE wasn't in too bad a condition but after purchasing it new in 98 and having put 67K miles on it and now stored, un-ridden in the garage for the past 3 years, I need a change. I've been googling a lot but see very little on bobber projects for the 1100 ACE.
Deadshadow; that's the look I'm aiming for with a little tweak here and there. My bike now is on a stand, wheels and fenders off as well as the tank and seat. I pulled the carbs out and first thing I need to do is rebuild them. They've been rejetted with a cobra kit when fairly new.
Any ideas if there are any rebuild kits? I'll try and post pics soon.

12-18-2012, 06:00 PM	#1 (permalink)
jetmech Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 4	1100 ACE Bobber build (help needed) Hi, I have a 98 1100 ACE and want to make it into a bobber. I need help regarding making parts or websites that can help me get parts. How or where can I get parts to cover the top frame below where I want to install a solo springer seat? Also where can I purchase a springer seat, blacked out rear shocks or parts to turn it into a hard tail. Can anybody tell me if turning it into a hard tail is worth it? Thanks

12-18-2012, 08:54 PM	#4 (permalink)
MrSteej Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Calgary Posts: 157	There is quite a few bobber projects on the forums where you can get lots of info, AcedIt has a great thread on his project, nothing wrong with bobbing a Shadow, there is a million of them out there.. ScootMods has forward controls, Blue Collar Bobbers has quite a few kits for seats and fenders etc. Also Cruiser Customizer has a ton of after market parts. Mostly just Google is your friend. Good luck and post your progress... __________________ ________ ____ __ ACE to Bobber Project

12-18-2012, 06:57 PM	#2 (permalink)
bobo54501 Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 22	Well if you have any fillings in your Teeth you might not want a Hard Tail ..

12-18-2012, 07:18 PM	#3 (permalink)
bobo54501 Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 22	Im Just curious to .. Is the Shadow in really bad shape ? If its not and you never built a Bobber before maybe try a Different bike thats already crappy and save the Shadow ..?? Shadow Ace aint a bad looking bike stock ..Maybe look for a Old Yamaha XS650 or a Virago 750 They already have a soft tail that looks like a hard tail ..Lots of Guys bobb those old 650 Yammys and they look sharp .Theres actually a Video on You tube of a guy converting one into a hard tail frame ..

12-18-2012, 09:33 PM	#5 (permalink)
deadshadow Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Richmond, VA 23226 Posts: 400	Not sure the exact look you are going for, but here is a 97 1100 ace I turned into a bobber. The seats are the easiest to fine as there are numerous variations available on eBay. I don't use springs with mine Bc I kept the suspension stock. Vht epoxy paint can give you those blacked out shocks for the cost of $7 for a can of the paint. Sent from my iPhone using Motorcycle.com Free App

12-19-2012, 02:43 AM	#6 (permalink)
jetmech Junior Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Posts: 4	Hey all thanks for the tips. My 1100 ACE wasn't in too bad a condition but after purchasing it new in 98 and having put 67K miles on it and now stored, un-ridden in the garage for the past 3 years, I need a change. I've been googling a lot but see very little on bobber projects for the 1100 ACE. Deadshadow; that's the look I'm aiming for with a little tweak here and there. My bike now is on a stand, wheels and fenders off as well as the tank and seat. I pulled the carbs out and first thing I need to do is rebuild them. They've been rejetted with a cobra kit when fairly new. Any ideas if there are any rebuild kits? I'll try and post pics soon.

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