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Ct110 postie parts4/24/2023 Tank and seat mounts were fabricated to suit the new tank and seat layout. The frame was seam welded and shortened at the rear before any excess frame holes were welded up. The strip down began with the frame modifications and tank mounting being the first port of call. With some incredible character already, the tank patina was left intact to reference some old on what would otherwise be a relatively new fit and finish. Having met one of the Ellaspede Directors years prior at University, Sal knew it was a perfect opportunity to collaborate with other designers, so he got in touch to get ‘wheels in motion’ on the little one-ten.īeing so common, naturally there are a large number of previous CT110 custom examples getting around, but it wasn’t until Sal noticed the previous Ellaspede EB008 build that ‘The Artificial Postie’ really gained direction.ĭuring initial discussions with Ellaspede about the build direction a vintage 125cc Honda tank was dug out and ended up providing the perfect starting point for the build and colour inspiration. $800 later and it was heading back to the big smoke in Brisbane for a new lease on custom life.īeing an Architect and co-founder of The Artificial Design Studio, Sal has an interest in custom design and bespoke items so the little red Honda was destined for some custom work. In Australia, second hand examples of the common Postie are a popular option for a cheap runabout, given their robust nature and ease of riding.Ī birthday gift to owner Sal by ‘the generous legends at Ellivo Architects’, this particular 2003 Honda CT110 was enjoying farm life after it’s retirement from daily post delivery. Used in both countries by the local postal services, they’ve been buzzing along footpaths and dropping off mail for the best part of 30 years. In Australia and New Zealand, the common Honda CT110 ‘Postie’ bike is a familiar sight and sound.
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