Thanks for the kind words! I really need to get myself a proper angle grinder because Dremel cut off discs would try the patience of a saint.
I started with totally gutted TORs. I also found I couldn't really get the tension I wanted with the ties. Think big chunky ss hose clamps will go well with the overall look and provide more security.
What's next? Rear fender I reckon, along with refinishing the front forks, yokes and maybe fitting gators. Maybe drop the bars and then paint. What colour? Why satin black of course!