Topic: Finished cb650 BratStyle video/pics

[fdbrat]

This is an 82 cb650sc NightHawk

Previous owner let a friend go at it and attempt to make it cool.
Well he started just about everything and finished nothing.

Got parts ordered and have been shipped.

New wassel style tank, new Sullys seat, amber lenses leadlight.


So far I've cleaned up the frame. Cut most of the unwanted tabs.
I have a set of Harley shocks on the rear. They aren't properly bolted down yet. Just for mock up.
Fender is re mounted, different location.
Lowered the forks 1 and 1/8th
I ripped out all the wires and have sorted out a simplified version.

Just need to re purpose the old wires to the proper lengths and solder them up.

Yet to come is shave the trees up a bit.
Fab up some side covers.
Go throught the cabs and rejet. (No pods vs rejetting debates please ).
Making baffles for each pipe and adding a bit of tube.
Removing the engine and plan a clean and repaint.
Thinking about raking the Neck.


I've never done it, but I'm one of those types that read and then do. I'm good at that.

Here's some pics. I'm bad at documenting but I'm do take pics of the progress.

There are two different tanks in these pix. The original 82 cb650sc nighthawk tank, and a 1982 cb450sc nighthawk tank.

I'll be selling the side covers and both tanks, the original seat (no skin).

Stay tuned.

[cb650]

What did you do with the nitehawk tank?

[fdbrat]

What did I do with it... Like modify? Or are you asking if I still have it?

I did no modifications to the tank, and yes it's for sale.

[cb650]

Yes what did you do with it?   Some jackasses bash them out/in.  some think they are junk and throw them away.  what you want for it?  color pics damage rust???

[fdbrat]

The tank is really clean on the inside. A simple rinse with acetone (ruins paint) should put it near perfect on the in side.

No dents. I'll post some close ups tomorrow.

Tell me where a outs you are located, so I can get you an estimate on shipping.

$65+ shipping sound competitive for a cherry tank?

Do you want the emblems (wings )?

[cb650]

Sounds good to me.  I'm in hudson colorado 80642.   

[fdbrat]

Here's the 650 tank.

[chasmccall]

I"m interested in the side covers if they aren't cracked & have their mounting tabs.

[cb650]

pm sent

[fdbrat]

I'll take some pix of the covers tomorrow. One tab has busted. But I have the piece.

[redrider736]

Hey fdrat,
Would you have any info/links to what is available in the aftermarket for performance upgrades to the 650 motor.. Looking for any info on Big Bore kits, Carbs & Exhaust.

ThX

[SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan]

Hey fdrat,
Would you have any info/links to what is available in the aftermarket for performance upgrades to the 650 motor.. Looking for any info on Big Bore kits, Carbs & Exhaust.

ThX

Here's some info on doing a big bore on a 650. The thread also discusses hybrid engines, so you'll have to read past the 550 stuff.

http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=40414.0

[chasmccall]

I sent you a response to your PM. I'm still interested in the side covers but I'd like to see some pics, when you get a chance.

[fdbrat]

The bikes been finished for a few moths.
Well here it is.

Registered with a pink. It is for sale.

[fdbrat]

Here is a video.

[SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan]

Well done.

[fdbrat]

Thank you