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Re: 1974 CB550. Monoshock. Engine Build. "BLAC"
« Reply #850 on: March 12, 2017, 04:09:50 pm »
As much as it makes the photographer in me cringe posting low resolution version pulled form Facebook and Instagram, my files are at work on a HD, so these will have to do.

Last trip to Iceland:

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I might be on planet Hoth..?


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Our rental car was pretty cool too ;)
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« Reply #851 on: March 12, 2017, 04:53:20 pm »
That's what's up!
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« Reply #852 on: March 12, 2017, 05:28:33 pm »
Quote from: SKTP on March 09, 2017, 02:58:50 pm
...but seeing your trans gears/shaft there make me want to say that having my trans back-cut was one of the best things I have done to my bike...

That's what I was thinking and planning on doing with my CB750.  The old Honda's I've ridden don't shift/stay in gear like the modern bikes..  Do others recommend getting this done and find it's a worthwhile improvement in the quality of the ride?  If so, is it something for Cycle-X or can a local machine shop do it?  Thx.

Sorry to thread jack....now back to this amazing build!!
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Re: 1974 CB550. Monoshock. Engine Build. "BLAC"
« Reply #853 on: March 12, 2017, 07:29:07 pm »
Quote from: Johnny340 on March 12, 2017, 05:28:33 pm
Quote from: SKTP on March 09, 2017, 02:58:50 pm
...but seeing your trans gears/shaft there make me want to say that having my trans back-cut was one of the best things I have done to my bike...

That's what I was thinking and planning on doing with my CB750.  The old Honda's I've ridden don't shift/stay in gear like the modern bikes..  Do others recommend getting this done and find it's a worthwhile improvement in the quality of the ride?  If so, is it something for Cycle-X or can a local machine shop do it?  Thx.

Sorry to thread jack....now back to this amazing build!!

Not a thread jack at all, I am also curious about that as I am about to put my case back together.  Im really interested to hear opinions!
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Re: 1974 CB550. Monoshock. Engine Build. "BLAC"
« Reply #854 on: March 12, 2017, 07:45:32 pm »
If your transmission is in proper working order, its unnecessary. If you are going HiPo, throttle whacking, and want the insurance of a solid lock-up, then undercut the upshift side 2-5. Only you can decide what's relevant for you, your riding style, and intended use of that bike.
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Re: 1974 CB550. Monoshock. Engine Build. "BLAC"
« Reply #855 on: March 12, 2017, 10:52:38 pm »
Quote from: calj737 on March 12, 2017, 07:45:32 pm
If your transmission is in proper working order, its unnecessary. If you are going HiPo, throttle whacking, and want the insurance of a solid lock-up, then undercut the upshift side 2-5. Only you can decide what's relevant for you, your riding style, and intended use of that bike.

Bryan has a pretty nice S1000RR for throttle whacking!
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Re: 1974 CB550. Monoshock. Engine Build. "BLAC"
« Reply #856 on: March 13, 2017, 01:09:01 am »
Quote from: CB750 Cafe Racer Fan on March 12, 2017, 10:52:38 pm
Quote from: calj737 on March 12, 2017, 07:45:32 pm
If your transmission is in proper working order, its unnecessary. If you are going HiPo, throttle whacking, and want the insurance of a solid lock-up, then undercut the upshift side 2-5. Only you can decide what's relevant for you, your riding style, and intended use of that bike.

Bryan has a pretty nice S1000RR for throttle whacking!

Ya that one is going to catch most of my abuse ;)  but that being said, this motor with mike's stage 3 work and a 126-00 cam it should be peppy... I would hate for it to spit itself out of gear...
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Re: 1974 CB550. Monoshock. Engine Build. "BLAC"
« Reply #857 on: March 13, 2017, 08:30:23 am »
Quote from: BLAC on March 13, 2017, 01:09:01 am
Quote from: CB750 Cafe Racer Fan on March 12, 2017, 10:52:38 pm
Quote from: calj737 on March 12, 2017, 07:45:32 pm
If your transmission is in proper working order, its unnecessary. If you are going HiPo, throttle whacking, and want the insurance of a solid lock-up, then undercut the upshift side 2-5. Only you can decide what's relevant for you, your riding style, and intended use of that bike.

Bryan has a pretty nice S1000RR for throttle whacking!

Ya that one is going to catch most of my abuse ;)  but that being said, this motor with mike's stage 3 work and a 126-00 cam it should be peppy... I would hate for it to spit itself out of gear...

I've had two bikes without undercut transmissions (with overboring, etc.) with no gears disengaging.  I did, however, experience my clutch slipping under hard load until I replaced the clutch pack and springs.  If you have the time and money, it's not a bad idea to back-cut the trans, but not necessary for your application.
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Re: 1974 CB550. Monoshock. Engine Build. "BLAC"
« Reply #858 on: March 13, 2017, 10:04:14 am »
Hey Brian,
How about posting a video of you riding your BMW like this!
https://www.facebook.com/WRCNewsOfficial/videos/967666819920920/
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« Reply #859 on: March 13, 2017, 10:07:24 am »
How did you get that footage of my morning commute today!?  8)
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« Reply #860 on: March 13, 2017, 10:10:06 am »
Quote from: BLAC on March 13, 2017, 10:07:24 am
How did you get that footage of my morning commute today!?  8)
You know the old saying...pics or it didn't happen!  ;)
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« Reply #861 on: March 13, 2017, 10:46:37 am »
Progress! (kinda)

I got my crank back from APE!  I didnt have it fully lightened, but I did have it 'race balanced'. I also for some other bits and pieces to help me get this thing put back together!

Now I just need my rods, cylinder, pistons, and head then I will be rollin!



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« Reply #862 on: March 13, 2017, 11:19:41 am »
Did you have the rotor balanced, too?
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« Reply #863 on: March 13, 2017, 11:27:04 am »
Quote from: CB750 Cafe Racer Fan on March 13, 2017, 11:19:41 am
Did you have the rotor balanced, too?

No I didn't send that to them as I was told to "only send the crank" I can call them to see if they balance rotors or find someone else who does?   :o
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« Reply #864 on: March 13, 2017, 11:45:58 am »
Quote from: BLAC on March 13, 2017, 11:27:04 am
Quote from: CB750 Cafe Racer Fan on March 13, 2017, 11:19:41 am
Did you have the rotor balanced, too?

No I didn't send that to them as I was told to "only send the crank" I can call them to see if they balance rotors or find someone else who does?   :o

I haven't done one with a 550 or 650, but Cycle X balanced my rotor and crank (and slight lightening - not the knife edge) for a 750 project.

APE doesn't list balancing the rotor in its services.  I think this is a service that Cycle X favors.  Again, not necessary.  I was just curious.
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« Reply #865 on: March 15, 2017, 11:02:31 am »
    Just got this pic from Racetech... so sexy!





Its not definite yet, but Im thinking about doing this as a color scheme for the bike.  the light blue as the main color, the navy as a pinstripe to separate the blue color from brushed metal on the tank and seat cowl.  Hard to explain but I can upload sketches tonight.


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« Reply #866 on: March 15, 2017, 11:40:41 am »
Sorry, been done before by your neighbor-
http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php/topic,142578.msg1737636.html#msg1737636

And since Sam's bike came first, you will have to pick a different livery  :D
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« Reply #867 on: March 15, 2017, 11:45:32 am »
Ah what the fok!? haha  I haven't seen that...  :o

hmm well... I still like it  :P

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« Reply #868 on: March 15, 2017, 12:08:22 pm »
Sam's is a top notch build. Read his whole thread, you'll enjoy it.
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« Reply #869 on: March 15, 2017, 12:19:53 pm »
I appreciate the link! I will be checking that out!

In other news, my DJI Mavic Drone is currently "out for delivery".. I might sneak home at lunch  :-X ;D
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« Reply #870 on: March 15, 2017, 02:51:38 pm »
Quote from: calj737 on March 15, 2017, 12:08:22 pm
Sam's is a top notch build. Read his whole thread, you'll enjoy it.

Sam's bike is a beauty and well thought out.  Like you, Sam also rides a modern (Ducati 1198). 
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"There are some things nobody needs in this world, and a bright-red, hunch-back, warp-speed 900cc cafe racer is one of them — but I want one anyway, and on some days I actually believe I need one.... Being shot out of a cannon will always be better than being squeezed out of a tube. That is why God made fast motorcycles, Bubba." Hunter S. Thompson, Song of the Sausage Creature, Cycle World, March 1995.  (http://www.latexnet.org/~csmith/sausage.html and https://magazine.cycleworld.com/article/1995/3/1/song-of-the-sausage-creature)

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2005 RVT1000RR RC51-SP2 "El Diablo" - Sold
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« Reply #871 on: March 20, 2017, 05:04:05 pm »
Still waiting on some engine parts, but I gave my drone a test flight!  Super happy with it and got pretty good results for a first time flier!

(watch in 4k)  8)

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Re: 1974 CB550. Monoshock. Engine Build. "BLAC"
« Reply #872 on: March 20, 2017, 05:45:34 pm »
Quote from: BLAC on March 20, 2017, 05:04:05 pm
Still waiting on some engine parts, but I gave my drone a test flight!  Super happy with it and got pretty good results for a first time flier!

(watch in 4k)  8)


Way cool!  Great resolution, too.  Awesome toy.  Now just get it to track you in flight about 20 feet above you orbiting around you and tracking as you ride up Angeles Crest!
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Re: 1974 CB550. Monoshock. Engine Build. "BLAC"
« Reply #873 on: March 20, 2017, 05:47:13 pm »

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Way cool!  Great resolution, too.  Awesome toy.  Now just get it to track you in flight about 20 feet above you orbiting around you and tracking as you ride up Angeles Crest!

Thats the next thing to try out.. I just dont want to kiss it goodbye right away haha
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Re: 1974 CB550. Monoshock. Engine Build. "BLAC"
« Reply #874 on: March 20, 2017, 05:48:25 pm »
Quote from: BLAC on March 20, 2017, 05:47:13 pm

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Way cool!  Great resolution, too.  Awesome toy.  Now just get it to track you in flight about 20 feet above you orbiting around you and tracking as you ride up Angeles Crest!

Thats the next thing to try out.. I just dont want to kiss it goodbye right away haha

My buddy lost a couple of pricey drones -- one in the jungles of Costa Rica and the second into a pool at the Grand Wailea.  Ooops!
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1975 CB550K1 "Blue" Stockish Restomod (http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=135005.0)
1975 CB550F1 frame/CB650 engine hybrid "The Hot Mess" (http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php/topic,150220.0.html)
2008 Triumph Thruxton (http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php/topic,190956.0.html)
2014 MV Agusta Brutale Dragster 800
2015 Yamaha FZ-09 (http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php/topic,186861.0.html)

"There are some things nobody needs in this world, and a bright-red, hunch-back, warp-speed 900cc cafe racer is one of them — but I want one anyway, and on some days I actually believe I need one.... Being shot out of a cannon will always be better than being squeezed out of a tube. That is why God made fast motorcycles, Bubba." Hunter S. Thompson, Song of the Sausage Creature, Cycle World, March 1995.  (http://www.latexnet.org/~csmith/sausage.html and https://magazine.cycleworld.com/article/1995/3/1/song-of-the-sausage-creature)

Sold/Emeritus
1973 CB750K2 "Bionic Mongrel" (http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=132734.0) - Sold
1977 CB750K7 "Nine Lives" Restomod (http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=50490.0) - Sold
2005 RVT1000RR RC51-SP2 "El Diablo" - Sold
2016+ Triumph Thruxton 1200 R (http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php/topic,170198.0.html) - Sold
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