[Strykeback]

I did not want to hijack Straightjacket's thread but I was quietly working on a bracket with a buddy who works for a custom car R&D shop. Since this has taken three months to get to this point I did not want to set any expectations by announcing anything before I had prototype.

The goal was to make a bracket that could allow the rider to rotate the license plate from horizontal to vertical based on your local vehicle code and/or risk tolerance with getting pulled over. The first iteration (cheap) is two recessed flat head bolts that share one access to rotate on. Currently it has only been drilled for the horizontal position.

Here are a few pics of the prototype. The first challenge we have is we do not have a cost just yet and that cost would go down with quantity. Since we are talking low volume numbers (under a 1000) the cost of labor is the largest hurdle in getting the price low as we cannot automate the process and it is all hand made. Would love to hear some feedback from the community. I think it is best to start an interest list so I can get back to him on how many potential buyers so we can come up with a cost based on current demand.

Another challenge is that I have yet to mount this. I have never removed the tire or side nut so I am not sure exactly sure what to do how to go about this. I do not have a lift nor am I chummy with a local MC shop for help. I imagine a little digging in the threads will help guide me but that is where it stands right now.

 

[milani]

Excellent idea!

 

[.3604]

I make one that rotates as well. If you need any advice, let me know. Its nice to have options.

 

[Adrenaline Revolution]

After building mine I would want to give you a little advice...

Make the mount an open slot, not a hole, No-one should have to remove their axle to mount a bracket.

The plate, at that height, without being angled up at about 20* is very close to the ground when mounted Horizontally.

I would not bother putting a bend at the top to hold the bracket from slipping dow like some people do, If it is slipping you have a much bigger problem than it hitting the ground BUT it will add some stability to the plate and keep it from vibrating or shaking.
What I ended up with ...

 

[straightjacket]

Looks good! I'm glad to see others jumping in and taking over. When mounted horizontally if you tuck it in a little when the pegs scrape you still have about 3 1/2" of clearance if memories correct? If you start to take orders be careful as the plates are not all the same size state to state. Someone sent me a link of the dimensions for the different states can't recall off the top of my head, maybe they will post up. If they don't I will try and dig it up for you.:thumb:

 

[SmokenJoe]

How about slotting the hole so removal of axle is not needed??????????????? Or Keyhole style hole?????????????????

 

[jpf]

I like these side mounts and want/need to get one. Who do I get one from. I think I remember seing someone on here selling them. Also are any of you wiring for lights on the plates. If so then how.

 

[.3604]

You can run a led down the swingarm and bracket, or you can run a led to the rear of the fender and point it towards the tag.

 

[mikey76]

Looks good! I'm glad to see others jumping in and taking over. When mounted horizontally if you tuck it in a little when the pegs scrape you still have about 3 1/2" of clearance if memories correct? If you start to take orders be careful as the plates are not all the same size state to state. Someone sent me a link of the dimensions for the different states can't recall off the top of my head, maybe they will post up. If they don't I will try and dig it up for you.:thumb:

http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-news/2009/motorcycle-license-plate-dimensions.htm

 

[Strykeback]

I started this thread more or less to see if there was any interest if I started getting these made but it seems that those that were interested just made their own. I have no metal fabrication tools or skills so this all needs to be done at my buddy's work. The prototype I have apparently needs to be slotted to make installation easier. I have not installed it yet for this reason. So that is my next step.

I figured if I could figure out how many were interested we could come up with a cost. Like any production the cost goes down with quantity. If there was only three of four people I am not sure we could make them at price that people would want to pay. Once I get it slotted I will update and hopefully in a few weeks I can get with him on an estimated price.

 

[Mentat Ix]

I bought mine from http://store.road6customs.com/License-Plate-Brackets_c15.htm

I have to take the axle out, but honestly its like a 10 minute job and super easy with a lift and some jack stands, and I think it was like $26 shipped, and its powdercoated.. It's a pretty awesome bracket for the price. I read some people modified it a bit to make it line up right, but I didn't have to. I just had to flip the axle adjuster peice on the end of the swingarm so the bit that stands out proud is to the inside...

I don't mean to take away from you guys making brackets with better features and all, I'm just saying its hard to beat that for $26.