Author Topic: 1975 750f (Read 26280 times)

sixthwisconsin · « **Reply #50 on:** January 22, 2014, 07:13:11 PM »

Quote from: CB750 Cafe Racer Fan on January 19, 2014, 05:34:54 PM

Dear Shaft,

That was kick-a$$!! I like the little trip to the attic to get the furniture dolly and the missus with the laundry. Bravo in doing it yourself and going unscathed (both the frame, your back and your knuckles!!).

I see you went with the Motolanna 37mm headlight ears, like my bike. I took a suggestion from forum member brandEn and inverted them, so they slant upward.

CRF,
Thanks, just haven some fun with the new GoPro... Can't wait to detail this bikes first ride!
I wish that was laundry. It was all the new purchases from Kohl's for the grandkids!
That engine install technique really works great as detailed on this forum. One of the MANY tips I have learned here.
Interesting idea flipping the Motolanna 37mm headlight ears. Once again, another item I saw on this forum.

sixthwisconsin · « **Reply #51 on:** February 23, 2014, 07:42:07 AM »

Electrical!!
I know it will come together but its a bit intimidating...

Phenolic sheet mounting plates

Phenolic sheet dash

Speedhut GPS speedo/tach. I custom ordered this with a 12k tach as the one pictured on line only goes to 8k. They had no problem doing this and didn't even charge me extra! It is not weather proof so when I shrink wrap the wires, I will pay special attention to this.

Now I need to buy connectors and start putting the puzzle together.

seanbarney41 · « **Reply #52 on:** February 23, 2014, 09:41:58 AM »

Good idea with the phenolic stuff...where do you get it?

sixthwisconsin · « **Reply #53 on:** February 23, 2014, 10:13:27 AM »

http://www.aircraftspruce.com/catalog/mepages/phenolic.php

Its pretty cheap. 12"x12" of 3/16 for 13.45 plus 10 bucks to ship. They are in California but also have a store in the midwest somewhere so I got it in two days.

A buddy of mine that club races a formula ford uses it in high vibration areas. He says it will not crack like aluminum will and is easy to cut/drill.

sixthwisconsin · « **Reply #54 on:** February 23, 2014, 07:01:19 PM »

Todays work:

finnished the electrical mounting

controls mounted

My buddies were coming over for a beer and a cigar so I thought I would pimp them and put the original "whale tale" gl1000 fender back on. I like it! They proceeded to give me a ton of crap but thats why I put it on. I may just run it for fun. Cleaned up and powder coated and it may just be pretty cool!

Tews19 · « **Reply #55 on:** February 24, 2014, 03:32:53 PM »

The electronics look good as does all your work. Will she be ready for the spring?

sixthwisconsin · « **Reply #56 on:** February 24, 2014, 04:54:24 PM »

Quote from: Tews19 on February 24, 2014, 03:32:53 PM

The electronics look good as does all your work. Will she be ready for the spring?

Lord willing... That's the plan! This build needs to Finnish!

sixthwisconsin · « **Reply #57 on:** March 05, 2014, 06:48:57 PM »

Question for anybody listening.
I have the original 77, 78 f pipe that was already on this bike when I bought it. (I know wrong pipe) I was able to clean it up pretty well and had planned to buy a Cone engineering 12" reverse megaphone for it, then have it all ceramic coated.

I like this pipe...
Just been looking at all the really nice options out there and am looking for opinions.

Tews19 · « **Reply #58 on:** March 06, 2014, 06:52:42 PM »

Motogpwerks pipe would be perfect. I have one for my 550 build still sitting in the basement.

Godffery · « **Reply #59 on:** March 07, 2014, 10:01:58 PM »

Was just check'n out your build thread.
Really dig the vid & groovy choice for music! Now I'd like to see one with the A-Team music! = ]

BTW; I was dig'n the phenolic gauge plate before it was painted. I say show it off.

sixthwisconsin · « **Reply #60 on:** March 09, 2014, 06:22:42 AM »

Quote from: Godffery on March 07, 2014, 10:01:58 PM

BTW; I was dig'n the phenolic gauge plate before it was painted. I say show it off.

Interesting that you say that. After I had it test mounted that thought crossed my mind but decided not to. That would give it the utilitarian racer look though.

sixthwisconsin · « **Reply #61 on:** March 09, 2014, 06:22:13 PM »

Front Gl1000 fender bobbed and ready for the powder coater along with some other bits. I used the cut off front section as a template for both front and rear final cuts. I know I said I would run it stock but couldn't bring myself to do it.

Ordered jets from jets-r-us. Will start out with 2 up on the mains and one up on the pilots with the needle one up from full rich. Got to get back to the wiring and order up some connecters.

thirsty 1 · « **Reply #62 on:** March 09, 2014, 06:25:47 PM »

That red frame with black wheels looks rad. Nice job!!

Godffery · « **Reply #63 on:** March 09, 2014, 08:31:46 PM »

Quote from: sixthwisconsin on March 09, 2014, 06:22:42 AM

Quote from: Godffery on March 07, 2014, 10:01:58 PM
BTW; I was dig'n the phenolic gauge plate before it was painted. I say show it off.
Interesting that you say that. After I had it test mounted that thought crossed my mind but decided not to. That would give it the utilitarian racer look though.

That's what I liked about it.!

SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan · « **Reply #64 on:** March 09, 2014, 10:20:49 PM »

That fender looks a ton better bobbed.

dagersh · « **Reply #65 on:** March 10, 2014, 12:50:26 PM »

Incredible build!!!!

Thank you for saving that abused bike!

Subscribed!

Gersh

sixthwisconsin · « **Reply #66 on:** July 14, 2014, 05:46:52 PM »

Oil tank and carbs mounted

Header & Cone Engineering 12" test fit

Final header install. This is a 1975 bike but it had the nicer 77, 78 f header on it. Its a nice 4 into 2 into 1 design and really hugs the bike.

Tews19 · « **Reply #67 on:** July 14, 2014, 05:54:15 PM »

Looks great! When will you be taking it to 2 wheel Tuesdays? Have you been riding the 550 or continue to pile on the miles on the Concourse?

Godffery · « **Reply #68 on:** July 15, 2014, 07:29:22 AM »

Quote from: Tews19 on July 14, 2014, 05:54:15 PM

Looks great! When will you be taking it to 2 wheel Tuesdays?

One of you guys should host a Mil'Vin'Moto Garage Night !
http://www.vinmoto.org/gallery/v/VinMoto-Events-Pictures/MilVin-Events/MilVinMoto+Garage+night/

Tews19 · « **Reply #69 on:** July 15, 2014, 07:36:50 AM »

Quote from: Godffery on July 15, 2014, 07:29:22 AM

Quote from: Tews19 on July 14, 2014, 05:54:15 PM
Looks great! When will you be taking it to 2 wheel Tuesdays?

One of you guys should host a Mil'Vin'Moto Garage Night !
http://www.vinmoto.org/gallery/v/VinMoto-Events-Pictures/MilVin-Events/MilVinMoto+Garage+night/

I am embarrassed to say I had no idea there was a night. When is the next night? Godffrey who has the orange 550 as that Bike looks sweet!

Oh yeah. In one pic it looks like the zephyr is done? That was really fast!

Godffery · « **Reply #70 on:** July 15, 2014, 07:49:05 AM »

Tonight; This is a bit on the FAR South side in Wilmot WI on 114th street (hwy C) and Starts at 5:30.

The Orange 550 is a neighbor of mine and it it 100% original!

Tews19 · « **Reply #71 on:** July 15, 2014, 07:53:19 AM »

The wife works tonight so I couldn't make it. I would definitely want to make one soon if that is cool?

Godffery · « **Reply #72 on:** July 15, 2014, 08:10:14 AM »

Quote from: Tews19 on July 15, 2014, 07:53:19 AM

The wife works tonight so I couldn't make it. I would definitely want to make one soon if that is cool?

Of cores that would be cool, anyone is welcome to attend (or host for that matter) just fallow the post's to stay up on the schedule.

sixthwisconsin · « **Reply #73 on:** July 15, 2014, 10:36:33 AM »

Quote from: Tews19 on July 14, 2014, 05:54:15 PM

Looks great! When will you be taking it to 2 wheel Tuesdays? Have you been riding the 550 or continue to pile on the miles on the Concourse?

The 750 is not running yet but soon! I did spend some time on the 550 this spring getting it running properly and adding duel disks. I have just started to ride it really. The Concourse is my daily driver.

Quote from: Tews19 on July 15, 2014, 07:36:50 AM

Quote from: Godffery on July 15, 2014, 07:29:22 AM
Quote from: Tews19 on July 14, 2014, 05:54:15 PM
Looks great! When will you be taking it to 2 wheel Tuesdays?

One of you guys should host a Mil'Vin'Moto Garage Night !
http://www.vinmoto.org/gallery/v/VinMoto-Events-Pictures/MilVin-Events/MilVinMoto+Garage+night/

I am embarrassed to say I had no idea there was a night. When is the next night? Godffrey who has the orange 550 as that Bike looks sweet!

Oh yeah. In one pic it looks like the zephyr is done? That was really fast!

I didn't know about that either. I'll have to check it out.

sixthwisconsin · « **Reply #74 on:** July 21, 2014, 06:17:42 PM »

Fork tube tops powder coated. Manx 10 pense imbedded. Yeah, I know I'm getting ahead of my self as this should be the LAST thing I do... couldn't help myself. The bike is dedicated to all of my friends on the Isle of Man.

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Author Topic: 1975 750f (Read 26280 times)