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License plate holder - RetroSeattle_imp - 04-22-2014
Inspired by the Chip Beck thread, I came up with a simpler solution. Went to the hardware store and bought a 4" by 10" sheet of thin (1/16th inch) aluminum plate for craft projects. I cut it down to 4" by 7" to match the license plate and used my grinding wheel to put a radius in the corners. Then drilled four holes to match the plate, and two holes to match the heavy stock license plate holder. Since you can't countersink such thin sheet I got four nylon spacers to go in-between the license plate and my new holder plate. Added two reflector buttons to keep the WA state patrol happy.
Here's what the plate looks like when installed.
And a side view showing the little nylon spacers between the license plate and the holder.
RE: License plate holder - CB4ME_imp - 04-23-2014
Retro - that's really nice work. It sure improves the look. Well done!
RE: License plate holder - dailyrider_imp - 04-24-2014
Thanks. I am going to do this. I don't care for the bracket I made.
RE: License plate holder - TINK_imp - 04-24-2014
That's what I'm talking about. Great job.
RE: License plate holder - redbirds_imp - 04-24-2014
(04-22-2014, 10:12 AM)RetroSeattle_imp Wrote: Inspired by the Chip Beck thread, I came up with a simpler solution. Went to the hardware store and bought a 4" by 10" sheet of thin (1/16th inch) aluminum plate for craft projects. I cut it down to 4" by 7" to match the license plate and used my grinding wheel to put a radius in the corners. Then drilled four holes to match the plate, and two holes to match the heavy stock license plate holder. Since you can't countersink such thin sheet I got four nylon spacers to go in-between the license plate and my new holder plate. Added two reflector buttons to keep the WA state patrol happy.
Here's what the plate looks like when installed.
And a side view showing the little nylon spacers between the license plate and the holder.
Very nice looking job. I'm going to try that.
Do you have to have the reflector buttons by law in Washington?
RE: License plate holder - Deanohh_imp - 04-24-2014
A 4x7 piece of .125 black abs from Tap Plastics was strong, flat, easy to drill and grind, and thick enough to countersink for 2 6mm flathead screws.
RE: License plate holder - rboe - 04-24-2014
I did something very similar for the Griso (except for the black frame bit) while waiting for my stock holder part to arrive from Moto Guzzi. Worked like a champ. I did not use the washers and it seemed to look just fine anyway.
RE: License plate holder - RetroSeattle_imp - 04-27-2014
Do you have to have the reflector buttons by law in Washington?
I'm told that in theory you do. I think the stock reflectors look really clunky so used the buttons instead. I removed all of the reflectors pointing to the side as well, but I think those are only needed so Honda can get DOT approval in the US.
RE: License plate holder - Red Mist_imp - 04-28-2014
Keep an eye on that thing. Aluminum will not stand up to the vibration. Looks very nice though. Have it duplicated in steel for longevity.
RE: License plate holder - GUNFTR_imp - 05-02-2014
try simply drilling two holes in the plate and mounting directly. Simple, quick and fast.