Author Topic: CB 750 K1 GT New Pics with a new look (Read 124829 times)

Godffery · « **Reply #375 on:** March 01, 2014, 09:57:42 AM »

Looking fantastic!
Like the tank trim, dosn't bother me not having it on seat.
LOVE those Brakes.

edwardmorris · « **Reply #376 on:** March 01, 2014, 10:42:37 AM »

Submitted your K1 GT for bike of the month April nomination, can't stop staring at it

onetruepunk87 · « **Reply #377 on:** March 01, 2014, 11:00:32 AM »

Beautiful work! I like the tank without the trim, but it's not my bike so do whatever you think looks right to you. Definite bike of the month material!

tweakin · « **Reply #378 on:** March 01, 2014, 04:35:10 PM »

Thanks to all who take the time to comment or just check out my thread. I really appreciate everyone's (well, almost everyones

) comments and contributions to the various builds I have been fortunate enough to take part in! This forum is like a second home, nothing better than having 100's of fellas in the shop with me each night I work on a build.

calj737 · « **Reply #379 on:** March 01, 2014, 04:38:40 PM »

Tweakin - I won't speak for others, but it would be an honor to watch and learn from you in your shop. Your work is outstanding and your tastes are very "tight".

You are among the many that make this place such an inspiration to mortals like me. Please build another bike soon!

seanbarney41 · « **Reply #380 on:** March 01, 2014, 11:49:01 PM »

Seriously...wonderful to see someone do #$%* right, no hacking for the sake of something to do...just tasteful mods that improve performance and looks. Wish I had the meticulosity and the budget to do it like you do.

MrGardman · « **Reply #381 on:** March 02, 2014, 01:18:03 AM »

Great looking bike. Good job on it.

Stev-o · « **Reply #382 on:** March 02, 2014, 07:18:33 AM »

Quote from: tweakin on February 28, 2014, 06:40:07 PM

No tank trim on this one... I initially liked it but after having a few IPAs in the shop I have changed my mind....

Cheers. This ones for Steve-O

Ok, thanks, I feel better now. I've been married for 14 years as well, no trim for sure!

SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan · « **Reply #383 on:** March 02, 2014, 10:24:32 AM »

Quote from: tweakin on February 28, 2014, 05:08:31 AM

Pretty rough shape when I brought her home this last November. Too far gone for a full restore, so I put her back together as close to stock as I could and wanted to. Feels really good to have brought this one back to life.

1971 cb750 K1 GT

I could not be happier with how the "Turd" turned out. It was overcast when I shot the pictures so the Candy Gold paint looked almost orange, pretty cool the way the paint looks different in different lighting. My oldest daughter came out and said "Daddy, I thought Tweakin's turd was Gold? This bike looks orange" This was followed up by "I think you need to change the name... Its not a turd anymore".

Tige,
Nice looking 848 in the first picture. I was curious about the turn signal indicators you use on this build. Can you provide some additional info?
Don

RAFster122s · « **Reply #384 on:** March 02, 2014, 10:28:12 AM »

Quote from: Stev-o on March 02, 2014, 07:18:33 AM

Quote from: tweakin on February 28, 2014, 06:40:07 PM
No tank trim on this one... I initially liked it but after having a few IPAs in the shop I have changed my mind....

Cheers. This ones for Steve-O

Ok, thanks, I feel better now. I've been married for 14 years as well, no trim for sure!

been married so long they only have abc sex

(anniversary, birthdays & Christmas)

SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan · « **Reply #385 on:** March 02, 2014, 10:45:47 AM »

Quote from: CB750 Cafe Racer Fan on March 02, 2014, 10:24:32 AM

Quote from: tweakin on February 28, 2014, 05:08:31 AM

Pretty rough shape when I brought her home this last November. Too far gone for a full restore, so I put her back together as close to stock as I could and wanted to. Feels really good to have brought this one back to life.

1971 cb750 K1 GT

I could not be happier with how the "Turd" turned out. It was overcast when I shot the pictures so the Candy Gold paint looked almost orange, pretty cool the way the paint looks different in different lighting. My oldest daughter came out and said "Daddy, I thought Tweakin's turd was Gold? This bike looks orange" This was followed up by "I think you need to change the name... Its not a turd anymore".

Tige,
Nice looking 848 in the first picture. I was curious about the turn signal indicators you use on this build. Can you provide some additional info?
Don

Ahh. I think I just found them on DCC.

tweakin · « **Reply #386 on:** March 02, 2014, 02:25:53 PM »

Thats hilarious David. I am in sales so abc (always be closing) is funny to me on a work level but your abc sex is perfect!\

Quote from: RAFster122S on March 02, 2014, 10:28:12 AM

been married so long they only have abc sex

(anniversary, birthdays & Christmas)

Yes, I believe K&S makes them and I bought mine from DCC. I really like the that they have a vintage feel but with out the size. Added some led bulbs / equalizers and was good to go.

Quote from: CB750 Cafe Racer Fan on March 02, 2014, 10:45:47 AM

Ahh. I think I just found them on DCC.

FunJimmy · « **Reply #387 on:** March 02, 2014, 10:13:42 PM »

Tige,

Your daughter's very insightful.
You do need to find a new name for this beauty.
Turd just doesn't capture the feel. Great build!

Will you be riding this or the Cafe on our weekend outing?

RAFster122s · « **Reply #388 on:** March 02, 2014, 10:29:05 PM »

She maybe affectionately referred to as the GT but she's far too pretty to be called a Turd except maybe when she's being difficult with mechanical or electrical issues...
Let's hope she doesn't become a bike like TAO with a nickname with cause...

tweakin · « **Reply #389 on:** March 03, 2014, 05:22:24 AM »

Yes Jim the name will be changed to 1971 cb750 GT. This will pay tribute to the roots of the bike (Golden Turd) and to where it is now. (Gran Turismo)

I hope to make the cafe weekend this year, any idea on dates yet? This is going to be one of the busiest years in a long time at work so planning is a must. That is part of the reason why I built this bike so fast.

Cheers!

Quote from: FunJimmy on March 02, 2014, 10:13:42 PM

Tige,

Your daughter's very insightful.
You do need to find a new name for this beauty.
Turd just doesn't capture the feel. Great build!

Will you be riding this or the Cafe on our weekend outing?

FunJimmy · « **Reply #390 on:** March 03, 2014, 06:27:12 AM »

Quote from: tweakin on March 03, 2014, 05:22:24 AM

Yes Jim the name will be changed to 1971 cb750 GT. This will pay tribute to the roots of the bike (Golden Turd) and to where it is now. (Gran Turismo)

I hope to make the cafe weekend this year, any idea on dates yet? This is going to be one of the busiest years in a long time at work so planning is a must. That is part of the reason why I built this bike so fast.

I'm a big fan of work/life balance. You never want to wake and realize that something precious has passed you by. That being said, Jame was suggesting sometime in August. He's got a lovely little daughter keeping him up and an off road race schedule to manage so I'll check back.

Retro Rocket · « **Reply #391 on:** March 03, 2014, 12:18:39 PM »

GT Gold and Tough.....

tweakin · « **Reply #392 on:** March 03, 2014, 05:03:00 PM »

Quote from: Retro Rocket on March 03, 2014, 12:18:39 PM

GT Gold and Tough.....

I like that Retro. This thing runs like a raped ape... Not close to the 915 but moves along well.

SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan · « **Reply #393 on:** March 03, 2014, 06:30:14 PM »

Quote from: tweakin on March 03, 2014, 05:03:00 PM

Quote from: Retro Rocket on March 03, 2014, 12:18:39 PM
GT Gold and Tough.....
I like that Retro. This thing runs like a raped ape... Not close to the 915 but moves along well.

I've never seen a raped ape run, nor is it on my bucket list, but I get your point. From the video, the engine is smooth and snappy. Performance topped off with knock out looks!

edhaeuser · « **Reply #394 on:** March 03, 2014, 08:45:46 PM »

Stunning.

tweakin · « **Reply #395 on:** March 04, 2014, 06:49:35 AM »

Quote from: edhaeuser on March 03, 2014, 08:45:46 PM

Stunning.

Thanks for checking out my build Ed. I just read your restore project and it is a beauty! Any updates on it. Looks like all you need is the paint to be completed.

Ricky_Racer · « **Reply #396 on:** March 04, 2014, 11:50:40 AM »

As usual, brilliant work, Tweakin! What a fitting place for one of our seats! Thanks for your support of our efforts! Very impressive resuscitation of an old CB that needed a lotta lovin'! RR

SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan · « **Reply #397 on:** March 04, 2014, 12:43:35 PM »

Quote from: Ricky_Racer on March 04, 2014, 11:50:40 AM

As usual, brilliant work, Tweakin! What a fitting place for one of our seats! Thanks for your support of our efforts! Very impressive resuscitation of an old CB that needed a lotta lovin'! RR

Great looking seat, Ted. I like how the it has the build up to matel/fill the gap to the tank.

greenjeans · « **Reply #398 on:** March 04, 2014, 02:57:42 PM »

dang - she's a beauty!

Ricky_Racer · « **Reply #399 on:** March 04, 2014, 03:53:56 PM »

Quote from: CB750 Cafe Racer Fan on March 04, 2014, 12:43:35 PM

Quote from: Ricky_Racer on March 04, 2014, 11:50:40 AM
As usual, brilliant work, Tweakin! What a fitting place for one of our seats! Thanks for your support of our efforts! Very impressive resuscitation of an old CB that needed a lotta lovin'! RR

Great looking seat, Ted. I like how the it has the build up to matel/fill the gap to the tank.

Thanks, Bro. The one-piece molded foam is made by the same company that does the seats for Arlen Ness. The foam is exceptionally comfortable and durable. RR

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Author Topic: CB 750 K1 GT New Pics with a new look (Read 124829 times)