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That bikes is sweet, I like the Right side GSXR Brake. Super stoked to get mine from Devin....Got some beautiful forks, calipers, and Galfer Wave rotors from Don (CB750 Cafe Racer). Just waiting on my trees, wheel, etc. Thank thing must handle like a dream now.
GV,Since you've had a decent amount of riding experience with modern sport bikes, and a CB500/550 with stock suspension/brakes, what are your specific impressions on this restomod's handling, dampening, turn it, stability, braking (feel, stability, stopping distance), etc.?
Quote from: CB750 Cafe Racer Fan on August 23, 2016, 08:55:46 AMGV,Since you've had a decent amount of riding experience with modern sport bikes, and a CB500/550 with stock suspension/brakes, what are your specific impressions on this restomod's handling, dampening, turn it, stability, braking (feel, stability, stopping distance), etc.?Don,Obviously it cannot really compare too much to my current "sport bike" which is the MV Agusta but, it surely does well for it's class. My old café CB550 had a dual front disc CB750 front end as well as CB750 disc rear and this surpasses it's handling capabilities thus far. That bike handled superb but, the turn in was a bit heavy. In my opinion, that may be due to a few different variables, primarily (in my eyes) due to weight and also suspension geometry. The handling on my current CB appears to be very nimble. With that being said, the turn in does feel good but I will be adding a damper down the road so corner/exit speed can be controlled better in a smooth fashion. As far as stability is concerned, it feels pretty darn stable and planted, especially for those awesome trail numbers. Stopping distance I have not pushed it as I have a tiny reservoir tube and rather not test it fully until in safer environment; the track. It stops great though, don't get me wrong! It is just interesting going from a 140hp Italian monster to an old Japanese girl.Overall, I am very pleased with the handling.
140hp is decent for a 'starter bike', I prefer my German girl with 200hp jk your bike is sweet.The CB looks awesome, congrats on getting it all done!
Quote from: GV1390 on August 23, 2016, 11:16:40 AMQuote from: CB750 Cafe Racer Fan on August 23, 2016, 08:55:46 AMGV,Since you've had a decent amount of riding experience with modern sport bikes, and a CB500/550 with stock suspension/brakes, what are your specific impressions on this restomod's handling, dampening, turn it, stability, braking (feel, stability, stopping distance), etc.?Don,Obviously it cannot really compare too much to my current "sport bike" which is the MV Agusta but, it surely does well for it's class. My old café CB550 had a dual front disc CB750 front end as well as CB750 disc rear and this surpasses it's handling capabilities thus far. That bike handled superb but, the turn in was a bit heavy. In my opinion, that may be due to a few different variables, primarily (in my eyes) due to weight and also suspension geometry. The handling on my current CB appears to be very nimble. With that being said, the turn in does feel good but I will be adding a damper down the road so corner/exit speed can be controlled better in a smooth fashion. As far as stability is concerned, it feels pretty darn stable and planted, especially for those awesome trail numbers. Stopping distance I have not pushed it as I have a tiny reservoir tube and rather not test it fully until in safer environment; the track. It stops great though, don't get me wrong! It is just interesting going from a 140hp Italian monster to an old Japanese girl.Overall, I am very pleased with the handling.Many thanks for the evaluation, GV. It's good to get some real world feedback on these modern front conversions versus our assumptions. IF you get a chance down the road, it would be interesting to know the weight of your bike vs. the stock CB550 (approx. 425 lbs wet). Also, when you track it, you'll have to let us know if the single front brake rotor is sufficient.
Quote from: blacSOHC on August 23, 2016, 04:21:12 PM140hp is decent for a 'starter bike', I prefer my German girl with 200hp jk your bike is sweet.Only one way to properly test them....let's line em' up sweetie! <3
140hp is decent for a 'starter bike', I prefer my German girl with 200hp jk your bike is sweet.
Quote from: GV1390 on August 24, 2016, 03:12:57 AMQuote from: blacSOHC on August 23, 2016, 04:21:12 PM140hp is decent for a 'starter bike', I prefer my German girl with 200hp jk your bike is sweet.Only one way to properly test them....let's line em' up sweetie! <3It ain't a race unless you're competitive, GV. Best to just keep your pride saddled before his German Girl does a Polka on your butt
Haha, just ball-busting here! Although this 200hp German gal couldn't keep up.....
Oh I know. 60hp is no joke. BMW would murder me for sure. That was expert class, guy could ride...we exchanged places a couple times. FYI he may have been Canadian as it was in Canada....which would explain a lot.
Quote from: GV1390 on August 24, 2016, 06:50:25 AMOh I know. 60hp is no joke. BMW would murder me for sure. That was expert class, guy could ride...we exchanged places a couple times. FYI he may have been Canadian as it was in Canada....which would explain a lot.(Picture taken just before he passed you for the 3rd time in that session no doubt) Is that what you call "swapping places"? You in front until he passed you? Glass mostly full kind of logic?
JW.
No, I'd believe you JW.
I bet he [JW] misses you, Cal! I heard he was spotted doing 95 mph in 2nd gear on his CB350 going up Pikes Peak!
Quote from: calj737 on August 24, 2016, 06:57:20 AMJW.Only the finest threads!
Quote from: GV1390 on August 24, 2016, 07:00:06 AMQuote from: calj737 on August 24, 2016, 06:57:20 AMJW.Only the finest threads! Picture taken from the Isle of Naked Man race. Race is held in 10* weather, hence everyone hurries to the finish line for some clothes. Winner is determined by he who can still be identified as a "He"
Quote from: calj737 on August 24, 2016, 06:57:20 AMNo, I'd believe you JW.I bet he [JW] misses you, Cal! I heard he was spotted doing 95 mph in 2nd gear on his CB350 going up Pikes Peak!
The 550 turned out great G! Glad it's up and running for you.
