Author Topic: Squirley's CB750 Cafe Project (Read 34305 times)

RustyOlive · « **Reply #75 on:** December 16, 2013, 09:06:01 AM »

Coming together nicely sir!

squirley · « **Reply #76 on:** December 17, 2013, 11:29:18 AM »

Thanks guys!

Bit by bit it's coming together. It's easy to make it look like a lot of progress when I'm just adding mockup pieces, but now the slow down part starts as I do the tedious/hidden parts.

Here's a picture from late last night...its the same quality used to take pictures of Sasquatch......
Fiberglass seat up next!

K_Kalynuik · « **Reply #77 on:** December 17, 2013, 12:06:04 PM »

Squirley! Great work man. Love those headlight brackets. What did you use to cut them out? Lazer cutting?

Cragdog · « **Reply #78 on:** December 17, 2013, 01:56:13 PM »

This is looking really awesome squirley! Is it just me or wouldn't your battery spill acid all over those nice tires positioned like that? Just a thought, keep the pictures coming. What kind of exhaust is that btw?

squirley · « **Reply #79 on:** December 17, 2013, 02:31:22 PM »

Kalynuik,
The flanges are water jetted, the clamp portion is milled from DOM steel tube

Cragdog,
The exhaust is from Carpy. I will be fitting it tonight with a shorty muffler
As for the battery position. It is not my first choice but the battery is so damn big that it is difficult to conceal in any other orientation. I will be using a Yuasa sealed battery, and although they are not "dry" or "gel" I''m hoping it will keep in the liquid. Am I mistaken?

Jens

Flying J · « **Reply #80 on:** December 17, 2013, 02:37:27 PM »

Why dont you use a shorai battery. They are so small and light weight.
http://shoraipower.com/

squirley · « **Reply #81 on:** December 17, 2013, 02:40:58 PM »

I have looked at shorai and many others in the past...

By the time you get done with the battery and charger, you are looking at $250!
I have also heard poor reviews about them, but I guess that applies to every product...

Godffery · « **Reply #82 on:** December 17, 2013, 04:26:32 PM »

Nice pic, AND what an AWESOME Rear Brake Rotor...! ; D

calj737 · « **Reply #83 on:** December 17, 2013, 05:46:26 PM »

I've got a Shorai and would not trade it. There is confusion over the charger, but you miss the point about the battery. Unless you somehow intentionally drain it, you shouldn't need to charge it.

Background: bought it about 4 months ago. It sat until this Sunday at which time the wiring/electrical checks took place. Battery and lights were active (no running motor) on and off for about 6 hours. Cranked (electric starter) the bike repeatedly checking spark, solenoid etc... 2 days later, still cranking strong. Lights don't dim and are brighter than hell.

Buy a Shorai and be done with it. Your bike is way too nice to muck about over $60-$100 bucks for a battery. And if it should leak, Egad! The possible damage to that beauty...

Flying J · « **Reply #84 on:** December 17, 2013, 08:41:45 PM »

I have killed a shorai battery by draining it. They do not bounce back like a lead acid. But shorai has great customer service. I had a new battery in like 2 days and shipped mine back for free.
You can also use an RC battery charger/ Balancer. You just have to make an adapter for the balance lead. RC batteries have a male and the shorai has a female. But its much cheaper. $25

http://www.hobbyking.com/hobbyking/store/__18066__Turnigy_Accucel_6_50W_6A_Balancer_Charger_w_accessories_USA_Warehouse_.html

jojo · « **Reply #85 on:** December 18, 2013, 07:41:34 AM »

Looking very nice!

K_Kalynuik · « **Reply #86 on:** December 18, 2013, 01:24:18 PM »

I am planning on reverting away from the Shorai lithium on my 550. It states on Shorai's website to not let the battery get below 13.1v. Our bikes have no way of controlling this other than rev the bag off the bike at the lights. I live in the core of downtown Toronto and idling is not avoidable. On the country roads I never had a problem with the bike. But in town, idling in traffic, its no good for me. Back to the smallest lead acid I can fit.

Flying J · « **Reply #87 on:** December 18, 2013, 04:21:19 PM »

I have an oregon electrics reg/rec. I have not done it yet but i bet i can set it that high. Also just idling at a light should not draw your battery down that low.

Sorry for the battery high jack. Ill move on.

Godffery · « **Reply #88 on:** December 19, 2013, 12:06:26 AM »

These batteries have a built in battery management system (BMS) that controls all aspects of battery operation.

http://www.power-barn.com/servlet/the-Electrical-cln-Batteries/Categories

Cragdog · « **Reply #89 on:** December 19, 2013, 01:29:03 PM »

Quote from: Godffery on December 19, 2013, 12:06:26 AM

These batteries have a built in battery management system (BMS) that controls all aspects of battery operation.

http://www.power-barn.com/servlet/the-Electrical-cln-Batteries/Categories

Those look like the jam right there! $129.00. Can be mounted in any direction too.

Flying J · « **Reply #90 on:** December 19, 2013, 02:47:15 PM »

I did not look at the size comparison but the appeal of the Shorai is that it is small and light. Those look to be lighter but the same size as a comparable yuasa. The BMS is a great feature.

Cragdog · « **Reply #91 on:** December 19, 2013, 03:16:53 PM »

Quote from: Flying J on December 19, 2013, 02:47:15 PM

I did not look at the size comparison but the appeal of the Shorai is that it is small and light. Those look to be lighter but the same size as a comparable yuasa. The BMS is a great feature.

They say on their site that they replace OEM batteries as identical or slightly smaller sizes and 70% lighter weight. I suppose one could order a non OEM replacement and it would still work just as well if size were the main concern.

fdbrat · « **Reply #92 on:** December 19, 2013, 08:10:45 PM »

Wow your bike looks awesome!

Your shop looks lonley. I'm bringing my bike over, hahaha.

squirley · « **Reply #93 on:** December 20, 2013, 07:58:59 AM »

Well maybe I'll have to look at some more lithiums. I deal with them at work a lot, maybe that has made me jaded. The RC car charger looks like a good option as I didn't want to pack around a power supply in its place.

Goddfery those are great looking rotors haha. Still haven't gotten those calipers out man, soon I promise!

Fdbrat, it was great meeting you yesterday and thanks for the rear hub! If you ever need anything for your bike, give me a jingle and maybe I can help.

Jens

squirley · « **Reply #94 on:** March 18, 2014, 09:16:22 PM »

Well all, it has been a long time since my last update. Not much has gone down unfortunately, I have been nursing a completely sheared shoulder separation so it has slowed me down. I swear, every time I build a bike I brake something on my body.... with the 550 it was a shattered thumb, with the Kawi 500 it was a broken wrist, and now this....I don't think I should build any more....

So, here is what has gone down. Finally got the rear wheel powdered black and laced up, thanks Godffery for the rotor work!

Next up was to start shaping the seat out of foam, not too impressive but something that has to get done. No fiberglass yet.

Now focusing on the rear brake set up. Got my rearsets organized with a mock up bracket, need to mill a final product. Also started in on the brake mount for a modern caliper. Fresh off the mill.

Caliper attached, will get torn apart and powder coated

At home on the bike

That's it for now, hopefully more to come soon as I can finally move my left arm!

Jens

SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan · « **Reply #95 on:** March 18, 2014, 09:20:43 PM »

That underslung bracket looks great. Nice to have a mill! Even nicer to know how to use it!!

jdubb1977 · « **Reply #96 on:** March 18, 2014, 10:16:32 PM »

Subscribed! Man, such nice work, and great taste on the fine details. I've been drooling over the skills I don't have and the toys I can't afford!

Godffery · « **Reply #97 on:** March 18, 2014, 10:22:00 PM »

Man unless your busting your self up IN the shop, WHILE your working on bikes: I'm gun'a guess it's got a little more to do something else. Lord knows what, but definitely something else..! = ]

That wheel looks SWEET and Absolutely LOVE the new Brake mount!
Bum stop may be a bit high IMHO, but it's hard to tell without a direct side shot.

squirley · « **Reply #98 on:** March 18, 2014, 10:43:37 PM »

Thanks guys! It really is nice having a mill, it makes things like the brake arm such a simple task.

You're right Goddfery, it's definitely something else braking the bones...its called not learning from past mistakes...

As for the height of the back seat, when it is up on the jack stand it does look to be too high; however, once I get it on the rear wheel, the height looks much more appropriate.

Jens

FunJimmy · « **Reply #99 on:** March 19, 2014, 09:17:38 AM »

Bummer on the recent shoulder injury Jens. Heal up quickly.
Have you considered anodizing the caliper bracket?
Would preserve those gorgeous milling marks.

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Author Topic: Squirley's CB750 Cafe Project (Read 34305 times)