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Offline willis51423

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Where to buy cafe parts?
« on: February 20, 2017, 03:37:35 PM »
Hey all, just starting out on my first bike and easing into the basics and the community here seems really awesome, I have a mostly running k5 and would like to start on some of the basic aesthetics like low profile lights, mirrors and seat. Im wondering what the best stores are to get this stuff, ive looked at ebay some but it is a little all over the place as far as ive seen for a beginner like me, I wasnt able to clearly find lights or know where to begin as far as what to search for and what is the style I want but I am on a low budget as well so I was just wondering what the most trusted basic places are I should start looking and for what.

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Re: Where to buy cafe parts?
« Reply #1 on: February 20, 2017, 03:59:13 PM »
Dime City Cycles, Cognito Moto, Common Motors, Motorlana, eBay......


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Re: Where to buy cafe parts?
« Reply #2 on: February 20, 2017, 04:52:36 PM »
At the cafe, of course.  8)
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Re: Where to buy cafe parts?
« Reply #3 on: February 20, 2017, 05:26:16 PM »
Honestly, since you are still trying to "find your way" I would recommend NOT buying ANYTHING yet.  Instead, search these and other forum for different styles and types of bikes.  Make notes of what you like and where to buy those parts.  Try to picture in your head what each part would look like on your bike, and what each part would look like when used in conjunction with another part you also like.  Do these parts work well together (stylistically)?  Will they function as you need?  Does it fit within your budget, or do you need to look for more affordable options (used perhaps)?
Just some things to consider BEFORE you spend your $$$.  The more you figure out ahead of time the better off your project and wallet will be in the end.

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Re: Where to buy cafe parts?
« Reply #4 on: February 20, 2017, 06:15:58 PM »
Honestly, since you are still trying to "find your way" I would recommend NOT buying ANYTHING yet.  Instead, search these and other forum for different styles and types of bikes.  Make notes of what you like and where to buy those parts.  Try to picture in your head what each part would look like on your bike, and what each part would look like when used in conjunction with another part you also like.  Do these parts work well together (stylistically)?  Will they function as you need?  Does it fit within your budget, or do you need to look for more affordable options (used perhaps)?
Just some things to consider BEFORE you spend your $$$.  The more you figure out ahead of time the better off your project and wallet will be in the end.

Good luck!

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You also need to research to determine your budget. Whatever your budget is, add 50%. When you start rebuilding or piecing things back together you'll realize it's best to replace things when you have then apart....like forks, brakes, wheel bearings, carb boots, misc hardware.

You can buy cafe seats, from Ian Halcott(contact CB750 Cafe Racer Fan here on the forum for his info) Dime City, Harisuluv  (member here), motorcycle seats direct, Kott Motorcycles, or make your own.

I got my parts from....here the forum, cognito moto, lossa engineering, vintagecb750, z1parts.net, and a ton of parts from your local honda dealer.
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Re: Where to buy cafe parts?
« Reply #5 on: February 20, 2017, 06:42:29 PM »
Ditto on what the other guys said. Get a solid plan down (and still expect it to change) before buying things. Here is my list of sources (in no particular order).

Moto GP
RaceTech
Z1 Enterprise
Carpy
Electrosport
DDM
Sudco
Scottly (forum member)
WireCare
Customdynamics
O-ring store
Franken (forum member)
Hondaman (forum member)
Superbright LED's
BatteryStuff
Sherms (local chrome shop)
Greggo (forum member)
Spiegler
Slingshot
Cognitomoto
Yss
Buchanans
Dime City Cycles
CMSNL
APE
David silver spares
4into1
Mcgoodies
Bike Bandit
Ebay
Gast
Elan
Dels (local machine shop)
Allens
CycleX
SideWinder
Dynoman
Amazon
Ricks Electrosport
Stewart (Local paint shop)
Customled
Rizoma
Revival Cycles
Cal (forum member)
Mrieck  (forum member)
Godffrey (forum member)
AN Plumbing
C5 Performance
Motogadget
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Re: Where to buy cafe parts?
« Reply #6 on: February 21, 2017, 03:05:39 AM »
Another seat than Honda? They have some that look good. I wonder what my ass will feel about one ;) I'll might order one to my CB750 K2
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Re: Where to buy cafe parts?
« Reply #7 on: February 21, 2017, 05:24:22 AM »
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Re: Where to buy cafe parts?
« Reply #8 on: February 23, 2017, 05:02:10 AM »
I think getting a plan is a good idea, but be prepared to change things around and waste money. Unlikely you'll be able to buy all the exact parts you want and be completely satisfied with the bike in the first shot. I bought probably 4 sets of signals before I was happy, made two seats, went through 3 headlights, etc.

Dime city Cycles is appealing because they have a lot of stuff. And the guys are nice to talk to if you have an issue. But the stuff is generally more expensive for the same product.

But to answer your question more directly, I use eBay mostly. Decide what direction you want to go and I sometimes search google images for "low profile mirrors" or " shallow headlight bucket" or something. Then take to eBay to find a product.

Dime city Cycles is a good place to browse, though.

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Re: Where to buy cafe parts?
« Reply #9 on: February 23, 2017, 06:13:45 AM »
Cafe racers are so lame.
None of the cool kids are playing with them anymore

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Re: Where to buy cafe parts?
« Reply #10 on: February 23, 2017, 06:24:45 AM »
Cafe racers are so lame.
None of the cool kids are playing with them anymore
I quit trying to be one of the cool kids in 1977.


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Re: Where to buy cafe parts?
« Reply #11 on: February 23, 2017, 02:43:24 PM »
Honestly, since you are still trying to "find your way" I would recommend NOT buying ANYTHING yet.  Instead, search these and other forum for different styles and types of bikes.  Make notes of what you like and where to buy those parts.  Try to picture in your head what each part would look like on your bike, and what each part would look like when used in conjunction with another part you also like.  Do these parts work well together (stylistically)?  Will they function as you need?  Does it fit within your budget, or do you need to look for more affordable options (used perhaps)?
Just some things to consider BEFORE you spend your $$$.  The more you figure out ahead of time the better off your project and wallet will be in the end.

Good luck!

+1 to what all the guys said re: getting a plan in mind.  I would add that before doing anything aesthetic, make sure it runs well and, more importantly, stops and turns well.  Get all the safety bits sorted, get it running well, then work on looks.  Be a bummer to go down on a great looking bike b/c the steering was loose or the brakes didn't grab...
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