Makeover of Rover RE 350 - 1975

Darth Sid · 17th December 2009, 01:32

Really nice paint scheme. Good choice of colours. Very retro - nice. Looking forward to seeing the complete machine.

Darth Sid · 17th December 2009, 02:11

Post 25 - Update of Thursday, First Photo: Isn't that a 6 Volt stator I see there?

Shubhendra · 30th December 2009, 19:32

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darth Sid

Post 25 - Update of Thursday, First Photo: Isn't that a 6 Volt stator I see there?

Earlier it was Six Volt, now i have converted it to 12 Volts System.

Regards,
Shubhendra Singh

Shubhendra · 30th December 2009, 19:43

All,
it has been a month since my bike was completed but when it was being transported to my hometown, i was on the way to Delhi so couldn't take pics or even ride it. My brother has sent me some pics from his mobile camera although its not very clear but it would give you Idea of final product.

One honest confession, i am not happy with final product as this is not the theme which i have planned. And these bags are not at all going with the looks of my Rover. i will be going home in next 15 days then i will take better pics. Infact i am planning to do some cosmetic changes on my Rover to look good and subtle.

I Seriously need your suggestions/comments to make it look even better.

One good news is i have bought one more Bullet (Machismo AVL - 2007 Model). I will try to Ride it for few months, before i gather my funds and Energy to do something with New Bullet.

Regards,
Shubhendra Singh

Shubhendra · 31st December 2009, 17:03

More than 1700 people saw the pics, but no suggestions. What is this. I seriously need your suggestion guys.

Regards,
Shubhendra Singh

shan2129 · 31st December 2009, 19:02

shubhendra : You did a awesome job. & i have seen your other works as well, you are one great Bull lover. Bull looks awesome, the paint scheme is good. Why Enfield Royal ? was this a thing you did or was the old bullets did say "" Enfield Royal "" ? over all good job, you might try something on the seats and the saddle bags ? the colors dont seem to match up that good, but its only me. Overall hats off to you man, awesome job. Do write about your next machismo project and how was your riding experience on this one ?

musicmanaman · 31st December 2009, 20:13

Every thing is very good, except the seats and the saddle bags. I think you should get a standard seat or a Classic seat installed.

hollywoodhogan · 31st December 2009, 22:30

bro, am sorry to say, but the bike honestly looks awful man. looks like a cut and paste job dude. please redo the bike. get rid of the seats, the bags and then start over.

Shubhendra · 1st January 2010, 15:30

Quote:

Originally Posted by shan2129

shubhendra : You did a awesome job. & i have seen your other works as well, you are one great Bull lover. Bull looks awesome, the paint scheme is good. Why Enfield Royal ? was this a thing you did or was the old bullets did say "" Enfield Royal "" ? over all good job, you might try something on the seats and the saddle bags ? the colors dont seem to match up that good, but its only me. Overall hats off to you man, awesome job. Do write about your next machismo project and how was your riding experience on this one ?

Thanks Shaan,
At the time of stickering i was not in Delhi, infact i have not even saw bike personally. It's a mistake, i have bought new stickers and will correct it soon.

Regards,
Shubhendra Singh

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Originally Posted by hollywoodhogan

bro, am sorry to say, but the bike honestly looks awful man. looks like a cut and paste job dude. please redo the bike. get rid of the seats, the bags and then start over.

Thanks hollywoodhogan for your honest feedback, but after spending 60-70 k i can not redo the work and it depend on your taste also.

Regards,
Shubhendra Singh

shan2129 · 1st January 2010, 22:46

right shubhendra : IMO the bike looks good, as you said it just depends on your taste and it would awfull if you spend on a re-do of your bike, it looks really good.

EssYouWe · 1st January 2010, 23:14

Woah! Thats a lot of moolah on the restoration.

Kudos to your spirit bro!

As a completely personal opinion:
Thicker seats would look better. The pins don't look very good.
Get rid of the bags they make it look like a St. Bernard.
The rear mudguard looks great!

PS: What is that on the tank?

flotsam · 1st January 2010, 23:36

Quote:

Originally Posted by EssYouWe

Woah! Thats a lot of moolah on the restoration.
PS: What is that on the tank?

@EssYouWe: I believe you are referring to the "parcel rack" as worn on the old Triumphs. Those in the know, correct me if I am wrong.
@ Shubendra: I like the restoration. Looks good to me.

EssYouWe · 2nd January 2010, 00:21

Quote:

Originally Posted by flotsam

@EssYouWe: I believe you are referring to the "parcel rack" as worn on the old Triumphs. Those in the know, correct me if I am wrong.
@ Shubendra: I like the restoration. Looks good to me.

Oh okay. Thanks for the info.

I did not know RE's came with it.

Shubhendra · 2nd January 2010, 02:08

Quote:

Originally Posted by EssYouWe

Oh okay. Thanks for the info.

I did not know RE's came with it.

RE's never came with Tank Guard, as far as i know. but I can't afford a Triumph, that's why i am trying to replicate those things on my Re's

.

I welcome your suggestions and withinn 15 days you guys will see something new.

Regards,
Shubhendra Singh

Darth Sid · 3rd January 2010, 06:06

Quote:

Originally Posted by flotsam

@EssYouWe: I believe you are referring to the "parcel rack" as worn on the old Triumphs. Those in the know, correct me if I am wrong.
@ Shubendra: I like the restoration. Looks good to me.

Quote:

Originally Posted by EssYouWe

Woah! Thats a lot of moolah on the restoration.

Kudos to your spirit bro!

As a completely personal opinion:
Thicker seats would look better. The pins don't look very good.
Get rid of the bags they make it look like a St. Bernard.
The rear mudguard looks great!

PS: What is that on the tank?

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shubhendra

RE's never came with Tank Guard, as far as i know. but I can't afford a Triumph, that's why i am trying to replicate those things on my Re's

.

I welcome your suggestions and withinn 15 days you guys will see something new.

Regards,
Shubhendra Singh

@flotsam, EssYouWee - If I'm not mistaken, I believe that parcel rack was also known as 'The Castrator' for obvious reasons. And, I think those protruding bolts will only make it more so.

@Shubendra - Those saddle bags are way too big. Either lose them or get smaller ones. The bike, indeed, looks like a St. Bernard and I don't think you want to name it "Cujo"!!
Also, those seats don't look that neat. They're too high. They look somewhat 'jugaadu', which is not good. I see what you're trying to do. You could have opted for better built spring seats to make your bike look retro and good at the same time. You have plenty of options in Karol Bagh.
Make these changes and your ride will look far better. Do stick to the light tan colour for the seats, though. My opinion.

By the way, I have the same tool bag at home and wanted to strap it where you have but was concerned about the front suspension travel. Doesn't the front mudguard squish or at least hit the tool bag over big potholes?

17th December 2009, 01:32	#31
Darth Sid BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Noida Posts: 306 Thanked: 119 Times	Really nice paint scheme. Good choice of colours. Very retro - nice. Looking forward to seeing the complete machine.
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Darth Sid BHPian Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Noida Posts: 306 Thanked: 119 Times	Post 25 - Update of Thursday, First Photo: Isn't that a 6 Volt stator I see there?
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30th December 2009, 19:43	#34
Shubhendra Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Poona Posts: 1,275 Thanked: 2,238 Times	Finally Its Ready All, it has been a month since my bike was completed but when it was being transported to my hometown, i was on the way to Delhi so couldn't take pics or even ride it. My brother has sent me some pics from his mobile camera although its not very clear but it would give you Idea of final product. One honest confession, i am not happy with final product as this is not the theme which i have planned. And these bags are not at all going with the looks of my Rover. i will be going home in next 15 days then i will take better pics. Infact i am planning to do some cosmetic changes on my Rover to look good and subtle. I Seriously need your suggestions/comments to make it look even better. One good news is i have bought one more Bullet (Machismo AVL - 2007 Model). I will try to Ride it for few months, before i gather my funds and Energy to do something with New Bullet. Regards, Shubhendra Singh Attached Thumbnails
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31st December 2009, 17:03	#35
Shubhendra Senior - BHPian Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Poona Posts: 1,275 Thanked: 2,238 Times	More than 1700 people saw the pics, but no suggestions. What is this. I seriously need your suggestion guys. Regards, Shubhendra Singh
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31st December 2009, 19:02	#36
shan2129 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Dehradun Posts: 303 Thanked: 82 Times	shubhendra : You did a awesome job. & i have seen your other works as well, you are one great Bull lover. Bull looks awesome, the paint scheme is good. Why Enfield Royal ? was this a thing you did or was the old bullets did say "" Enfield Royal "" ? over all good job, you might try something on the seats and the saddle bags ? the colors dont seem to match up that good, but its only me. Overall hats off to you man, awesome job. Do write about your next machismo project and how was your riding experience on this one ?
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31st December 2009, 20:13	#37
musicmanaman BHPian Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: kolkata Posts: 927 Thanked: 25 Times	Every thing is very good, except the seats and the saddle bags. I think you should get a standard seat or a Classic seat installed.
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31st December 2009, 22:30	#38
hollywoodhogan BHPian Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: bangalore Posts: 423 Thanked: 14 Times	bro, am sorry to say, but the bike honestly looks awful man. looks like a cut and paste job dude. please redo the bike. get rid of the seats, the bags and then start over.
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1st January 2010, 22:46	#40
shan2129 BHPian Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Dehradun Posts: 303 Thanked: 82 Times	right shubhendra : IMO the bike looks good, as you said it just depends on your taste and it would awfull if you spend on a re-do of your bike, it looks really good.
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1st January 2010, 23:14	#41
EssYouWe Senior - BHPian Join Date: May 2009 Location: Lucknow Posts: 1,391 Thanked: 18 Times	Woah! Thats a lot of moolah on the restoration. Kudos to your spirit bro! As a completely personal opinion: Thicker seats would look better. The pins don't look very good. Get rid of the bags they make it look like a St. Bernard. The rear mudguard looks great! PS: What is that on the tank?
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