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    Painted and Mounted Maier Fairing

    Ok, time to brag a little. Here's my little fairing all painted up and mounted:





    My mounting system:

    brackets painted black:



    I think it came out ok. It was nice not to have to use those bulky handlebar mounts. I used the fork brackets from these turnsignal relocators I had:

    Made the upper brackets out of some aluminum bar stock and the lower brackets out of some L brackets from the hardware store.
    Current Bikes:
    2001 Yamaha FZ1 (bought same one back)

    #2
    I like it. How's the wind protection?
    '85 GS550L - SOLD
    '85 GS550E - SOLD
    '82 GS650GL - SOLD
    '81 GS750L - SOLD
    '82 GS850GL - trusty steed
    '80 GS1100L - son's project bike
    '82 GS1100G - SOLD
    '81 GS1100E - Big Red (daily rider)

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      #3
      Dude that is nice. I wonder if they have any of that paint that matches my bikes color. I have one I want to put on my 850 after I find a new shield for it.
      I didnt do it I swear !!

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      http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/...Picture003.jpg 1982 GS850G

      http://i1210.photobucket.com/albums/...n1/Picture.jpg 1980 GS1100L

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        #4
        Originally posted by hikermikem View Post
        I like it. How's the wind protection?
        I haven't had it out on the highway yet as I just got it installed tonight. But around the neighborhood, it seems like it just kinda knocks the windblast down a notch, which is what I was looking for. I'll know more after I get out on the highway and do 70 or so.
        Current Bikes:
        2001 Yamaha FZ1 (bought same one back)

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          #5
          Looks nice. Where did you get the paint from? Is this a hot weather option for the times when it is warm behind the windjammer or are you ditching the windjammer altogether?

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            #6
            Originally posted by kparkfan View Post
            Dude that is nice. I wonder if they have any of that paint that matches my bikes color. I have one I want to put on my 850 after I find a new shield for it.
            Thanks man. It came out pretty decent I think. Head on over to Autozone and check out their duplicolor paint. The type is called "perfect match" and they have many color choices. Who knows, they may have something that matches yours. I was amazed at how close this matched my bike.
            Current Bikes:
            2001 Yamaha FZ1 (bought same one back)

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              #7
              Originally posted by dr_fosg8 View Post
              Looks nice. Where did you get the paint from? Is this a hot weather option for the times when it is warm behind the windjammer or are you ditching the windjammer altogether?
              Ditching the jammer. I took it off on a whim to see how it felt and was blown away at how much more acceleration there was without it. That was all I needed to feel to decide to leave the Vetter off.

              I bought the paint at AutoZone. Duplicolor brand called "perfect match". There just happened to be a red shade that matches my bike almost perfectly. I also painted the side covers. Can you tell?
              Current Bikes:
              2001 Yamaha FZ1 (bought same one back)

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                #8
                Looks fantastic. Makes me wonder what a fairing would look like on mine.
                Cowboy Up or Quit. - Run Free Lou and Rest in Peace

                1981 GS550T - My First
                1981 GS550L - My Eldest Daughter's - Now Sold
                2007 GSF1250SA Bandit - My touring bike

                Sit tall in the saddle Hold your head up high
                Keep your eyes fixed where the trail meets the sky and live like you ain't afraid to die
                and don't be scared, just enjoy your ride - Chris Ledoux, "The Ride"

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                  #9
                  That looks great! I still have one of those on my wish list, maybe this fall.
                  "Men will never be free until Mark learns to do The Twist."

                  -Denis D'shaker

                  79 GS750N

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                    #10
                    That fairing looks right at home, even with the rest of the touring accessories. Nice job. Quarter fairings are great for blocking the wind off your chest. Can't light a match behind one like with the Vetter, but sacrifices have to be made....
                    1979 GS1000S,

                    1982 Honda CX500 Turbo, 1982 Honda MB5 w/CR80 motor, 1977 Honda "nekid" Goldwing, 1976 Honda CB550F cafe', 1972 Honda XL250 cafe'

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                      #11
                      Looks good.


                      Now you need to put that second or third picture as your sig picture.

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                        #12
                        How did you come up with the idea to use those turn signal re-locaters?
                        Genius!

                        Daniel

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                          #13
                          Nice job,How did you do the pinstripes?
                          http://i632.photobucket.com/albums/u...00080021-1.jpg
                          1978 GS1000C
                          1979 GS1000E
                          1980 GS1000E
                          2004 Roadstar

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                            #14
                            Originally posted by ddaniels View Post
                            ... I bought the paint at AutoZone. Duplicolor brand called "perfect match". There just happened to be a red shade that matches my bike almost perfectly. I also painted the side covers. Can you tell?
                            I'm not sure, but now that you mention it, the side covers and fairing look to be just a hair lighter in color. It's hard to see though. Very nice.
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                            '80 GS850 GLT
                            '80 GS1000 GT
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                              #15
                              Originally posted by Dogma View Post
                              I'm not sure, but now that you mention it, the side covers and fairing look to be just a hair lighter in color. It's hard to see though. Very nice.
                              Good eye. Yes, they are a tad bit lighter. I found out after the fact that there is as shade available that's just a bit darker. I wish I would have used that.
                              Current Bikes:
                              2001 Yamaha FZ1 (bought same one back)

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