Frame Prep & Powder Coating - Build-Off Bike

Next, he placed the top end of the flat stock into his jig so that he could roll the end into the right shape.

Then with the air hammer he rolled the outside edge to help with rigidity, so once it was covered in leather, there would not be any sharp edge against my leg.

After all the air hammer work was done, Jason needed to hand-pound the edge at the top of the seat and the tip at the front.

Then the seat pan was placed on the frame and Jason marked where the nose bracket and the springs would mount.

Here you can see all four mounts on the underside of the pan. This will make covering the pan easy-all the welds are small but strong.

One last fitting to see that all the tabs are lined up and the pan is straight. Now all the mock-up is done, and all we need to do is strip down the bike and get it ready for paint and powdercoat.