Bridgestone BS-7: Tank and Seat

Yes, more pics of the Bridgestone tank and seat. After a few days of filling, priming, sanding, priming etc. Almost ready for paint.

I have no idea why I used white primer for the seat, as it makes it difficult to see it in the photos:

I also found the Sport 90 bars fit a bit better than the stock BS-7 bars turned upside down. slightly narrower, and a bit more pullback:

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More Bridgestone

Yes, another side view of the BS-7. This time, with a crudely crafted aluminum seat and tail section. Just to get an idea of how it looks, matched up with the tank:

I think the seat needs to be roughly 2-3" longer, as my butt will likely fit right on the seat above the rear shocks. But at least the look is coming together.

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Bridgestone BS-7: Tank Idea

The spare Bridgestone 90 Sport came with a fuel tank, which is an interesting shape not shared with the 90 Mountain and 90 Trail models. It is longer, lower, and somewhat pointy as shown below:

It happens to fit the BS-7 frame quite well, and extends backward about four inches more than the BS-7 tank. I think it could work with a cafe style seat. Oh, and a set of Honda Trail 70 rear shocks fit too, and are about 1/2" longer with a bit more stroke. I also like the exposed spring look.

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