Uploaded August 2024 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this step-by-step tutorial, Kris Crawford from Further North Fab walks you through the process of creating a custom carbon fiber seat cowl for a motorcycle using a 3D-printed mold. Using a composite cloth like Carbon Fiber not only makes the seat light and strong but also sharp-looking. The glossy epoxy coat on the seat accents the fabric's weave and shows off the excellent cafe racer seat design that Kris brought to life.
Whether you're an experienced fabricator or just getting started, Kris shares expert tips and tricks to help you achieve professional results. From the initial design to the final product, you'll learn everything you need to make your own lightweight and durable seat cowl. Don't miss out on this detailed guide to mastering carbon fiber fabrication.
LINK TO CAFE RACER SEAT: makerworld.com/en/models/141072#profileId-153716
@furthernorthfab : furthernorthfab.com
Further North Fab Instagram: instagram.com/furthernorthfab
TotalBoat: totalboat.com
TotalBoat Instagram: instagram.com/totalboat
TotalBoat Products Used
TotalBond CA Glue: totalboat.com/products/totalbond-ca-glue
TotalBond CA Glue Accelerator: totalboat.com/products/totalbond-ca-glue-accelerator
Carbon Fiber 2x2 Twill Weave: totalboat.com/products/carbon-fiber-2x2-twill-weave
TotalBoat High Performance Epoxy Kits: totalboat.com/products/clear-high-performance-21-epoxy-kits
TotalBoat Dewaxer & Surface Prep Solvent: totalboat.com/products/dewaxer-surface-prep-solvent
TotalBoat TableTop Epoxy: totalboat.com/products/table-top-epoxy-crystal-clear-resin
TotalBoat Flexible Spreader Set: totalboat.com/products/flexible-spreader-set
TotalBoat Halcyon Marine Varnish: totalboat.com/products/halcyon-water-based-varnish
Level Up Your Skills: Whether you're building your dream bike or just love working with advanced materials, this tutorial is packed with valuable insights. Subscribe to TotalBoat and Further North Fab for more in-depth tutorials and fabrication projects!
00:00 Introduction
01:05 How to Prepare the Mold
03:12 How to Create the Template
05:48 How to Lay Carbon Fiber
12:21 How to Lay the Final Layer of Carbon Fiber
14:14 How to Remove Excess Carbon Fiber
14:56 How to Prepare for the Final Epoxy Pour
17:11 How to Flood Coat Epoxy
18:29 Varnish and UV Resistance
19:00 Outro and Links
In this step-by-step tutorial, Kris Crawford from Further North Fab walks you through the process of creating a custom carbon fiber seat cowl for a motorcycle using a 3D-printed mold. Using a composite cloth like Carbon Fiber not only makes the seat light and strong but also sharp-looking. The glossy epoxy coat on the seat accents the fabric's weave and shows off the excellent cafe racer seat design that Kris brought to life.
Whether you're an experienced fabricator or just getting started, Kris shares expert tips and tricks to help you achieve professional results. From the initial design to the final product, you'll learn everything you need to make your own lightweight and durable seat cowl. Don't miss out on this detailed guide to mastering carbon fiber fabrication.
LINK TO CAFE RACER SEAT: makerworld.com/en/models/141072#profileId-153716
@furthernorthfab : furthernorthfab.com
Further North Fab Instagram: instagram.com/furthernorthfab
TotalBoat: totalboat.com
TotalBoat Instagram: instagram.com/totalboat
TotalBoat Products Used
TotalBond CA Glue: totalboat.com/products/totalbond-ca-glue
TotalBond CA Glue Accelerator: totalboat.com/products/totalbond-ca-glue-accelerator
Carbon Fiber 2x2 Twill Weave: totalboat.com/products/carbon-fiber-2x2-twill-weave
TotalBoat High Performance Epoxy Kits: totalboat.com/products/clear-high-performance-21-epoxy-kits
TotalBoat Dewaxer & Surface Prep Solvent: totalboat.com/products/dewaxer-surface-prep-solvent
TotalBoat TableTop Epoxy: totalboat.com/products/table-top-epoxy-crystal-clear-resin
TotalBoat Flexible Spreader Set: totalboat.com/products/flexible-spreader-set
TotalBoat Halcyon Marine Varnish: totalboat.com/products/halcyon-water-based-varnish
Level Up Your Skills: Whether you're building your dream bike or just love working with advanced materials, this tutorial is packed with valuable insights. Subscribe to TotalBoat and Further North Fab for more in-depth tutorials and fabrication projects!
00:00 Introduction
01:05 How to Prepare the Mold
03:12 How to Create the Template
05:48 How to Lay Carbon Fiber
12:21 How to Lay the Final Layer of Carbon Fiber
14:14 How to Remove Excess Carbon Fiber
14:56 How to Prepare for the Final Epoxy Pour
17:11 How to Flood Coat Epoxy
18:29 Varnish and UV Resistance
19:00 Outro and Links
