Author Topic: New guy, first build (Read 58063 times)

P.abrera · « **Reply #175 on:** January 23, 2015, 09:35:37 PM »

It was gona take to much work get the cbr rear caliper i had on hand to work eith the kz rims. Brought this dead kz caliper back to life. New piston and seals were needed though.

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P.abrera · « **Reply #176 on:** January 30, 2015, 08:07:01 PM »

Test fitting the out-sourced upholstery. Unhappy with it. Too thick and no flow where it meets the tank

. Will likely have a go at it myself. If you want something done right, you just have to do it yourself

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SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan · « **Reply #177 on:** January 30, 2015, 09:48:09 PM »

I don't think it's too thick in general -- just where it should meet the tank.

P.abrera · « **Reply #178 on:** January 30, 2015, 09:54:37 PM »

Quote from: CB750 Cafe Racer Fan on January 30, 2015, 09:48:09 PM

I don't think it's too thick in general -- just where it should meet the tank.

Yep. Will try to doctor that area once shes up and running

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P.abrera · « **Reply #179 on:** January 30, 2015, 10:05:26 PM »

Tapped a new 1/4 inch zerk and banged-in some fresh bushings. Swingarms coming together

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P.abrera · « **Reply #180 on:** January 31, 2015, 01:52:49 AM »

Did the steering stop mod as well and tapped for M4 allen heads for adjustable stops.

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NobleHops · « **Reply #181 on:** January 31, 2015, 07:21:05 AM »

Quote from: CB750 Cafe Racer Fan on January 30, 2015, 09:48:09 PM

I don't think it's too thick in general -- just where it should meet the tank.

Agreed, I like it mostly. Perhaps with a little trim of the top foam edge and some sitting-on it naturally may settle into position against the tank.

Great craftsmanship man, well done.

N.

Bootsey · « **Reply #182 on:** January 31, 2015, 02:34:52 PM »

Seat and tank look great, is the tank remaining raw steel? Good to see a seat with some padding, a little trim at the front & it'll look great.
Im' sure you've got it covered, but don't forget to pack those tapered bearings with grease before driving them onto the stem.

P.abrera · « **Reply #183 on:** January 31, 2015, 06:21:34 PM »

Thanks Noblehops. Been soaking up all the solid advice and info from here.

Bootsey, yes, bit overdone at this point but will be going with the raw/bare metal look on the tank, tail and fenders. Will see how the rattle can clearcoat holds up. Roger on the bearing grease

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P.abrera · « **Reply #184 on:** February 02, 2015, 03:03:43 PM »

Dry fitting parts, making sure they fit and swapping out rusty nuts and bolts. Getting a bit excited now

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Restoration Fan · « **Reply #185 on:** February 02, 2015, 04:25:19 PM »

P.abrera,
You do magnificent work! I'm really enjoying watching your build. You have transformed that bike from a broken down, sad old rustbucket into something anyone would be proud to own.

Ron

P.abrera · « **Reply #186 on:** February 02, 2015, 04:52:36 PM »

Quote from: Restoration Fan on February 02, 2015, 04:25:19 PM

P.abrera,
You do magnificent work! I'm really enjoying watching your build. You have transformed that bike from a broken down, sad old rustbucket into something anyone would be proud to own.

Ron

Thanks Ron. This bikes definitely seen better days but theres still a few good miles left in her after some TLC.. Its certainly been an enjoyable journey.

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P.abrera · « **Reply #187 on:** February 20, 2015, 09:36:59 PM »

Ladies and gentlemen, we have a roller!

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Bootsey · « **Reply #188 on:** February 20, 2015, 09:54:19 PM »

Looks great, is going to be a very sharp looking ride.
Hope you haven't jinxed yourself with the unlucky 13...

P.abrera · « **Reply #189 on:** February 20, 2015, 10:14:21 PM »

Its my lucky number, bootsey

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Riceman · « **Reply #190 on:** February 20, 2015, 10:41:26 PM »

Very nice looking bike,the matt colors are really earthy!

P.abrera · « **Reply #191 on:** February 20, 2015, 11:26:27 PM »

Thanks riceman

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P.abrera · « **Reply #192 on:** February 20, 2015, 11:28:51 PM »

Looking to sharpen steering just a bit, Ive got the forks raised about 13 mm above the top yokes. Too much?

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NobleHops · « **Reply #193 on:** February 21, 2015, 07:08:35 AM »

Great milestone, congrats.

I'd consider 13mm about the max before it starts introducing weird handling. Cornering clearance started becoming an issue at 15mm on a bike of mine too, but that's not likely to come into play on this bike I suppose.

Restoration Fan · « **Reply #194 on:** February 21, 2015, 07:12:28 AM »

Quote from: NobleHops on February 21, 2015, 07:08:35 AM

Great milestone, congrats.

I'd consider 13mm about the max before it starts introducing weird handling. Cornering clearance started becoming an issue at 15mm on a bike of mine too, but that's not likely to come into play on this bike I suppose.

First, great work on the bike! Looking awesome!

On that note of clearance, what's the usual amount of clearance above the tree? We have ours just above the top of the tree (maybe 4 or 5 mm?).

NobleHops · « **Reply #195 on:** February 21, 2015, 07:22:25 AM »

On the 400 it's none. Tubes flush with top clamp , caps above. I assume it's similar with the 750 but I don't know Ron.

Restoration Fan · « **Reply #196 on:** February 21, 2015, 09:03:18 AM »

Quote from: NobleHops on February 21, 2015, 07:22:25 AM

On the 400 it's none. Tubes flush with top clamp , caps above. I assume it's similar with the759 but I don't know Ron.

I just checked the manual and you're correct. It says:
Align the front fork top flush with the top of the upper fork bridge.

Sorry for the thread jack.

P.abrera · « **Reply #197 on:** February 21, 2015, 02:49:00 PM »

Thanks guys. Out of the factory fork tubes are flush with top triple, which makes for a very stable ride. Steepening the head angle quickens the steering but obviously too much of a good thing is bad. Was hoping to get a starting point based on the experience of those who've set up thier 550's as cafe's.

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Stev-o · « **Reply #198 on:** February 23, 2015, 05:31:21 PM »

Quote from: P.abrera on February 21, 2015, 02:49:00 PM

Thanks guys. Out of the factory fork tubes are flush with top triple, which makes for a very stable ride. Steepening the head angle quickens the steering but obviously too much of a good thing is bad. Was hoping to get a starting point based on the experience of those who've set up thier 550's as cafe's.

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I have a '76 550 cafe and have the tubes flush with the triple. I feel no need to lower it, handles great as is.

P.abrera · « **Reply #199 on:** February 23, 2015, 06:34:59 PM »

Cool, Thanks for the input steve-o

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