Was out in the garage looking at the bike last night, trying to figure out how to get rid of that vast expanse of plastic, and began to wonder...
It looks like the stock taillight may possibly have a red lens over clear on the bottom side. If that's true, taking or cutting the red from that area would allow light to shine out the bottom, then the tag mount could be moved up to where the reflector is now, and there'd be no need for the tag light. Does anyone know if this would work? Or maybe a section could be cut out of the bottom, and a small window of clear acrylic put in it's place?

Also, regarding cutting the rear plastic, do you recommend a reciprocating saw over a dremel tool? Seems like it would be easier to control with less "jumping around".

 

You can drill holes on the bottom of the lens cover. It is also recommended that you use a dremel to cut the lower part of the fender.

 

Cool, thanks. If you have done this, do you have any problems with dirt getting up inside the housing, or did you cover the holes with something clear?

 

Just find a piece of clear plastic and glue it on.

 

I like it. I think I know what I'm doing on Wednesday now....

 

I cut my rear fender off yesterday. I used a pnuematic angle grinder and covered up everything with a towel. You can cut straight and fast but it "strings" the plastic from heat and what not a bit.