Author Topic: Colorado 750 K5 (Read 12145 times)

750K5 · « **Reply #75 on:** June 26, 2020, 04:48:19 PM »

I decided to go w the delkevic 4 into 1. This choice is based upon cost an original or remanufactured exhaust is $$$$ as you all know. I just spent the afternoon priming the pump and installing it, the pan and filter. I test fit the exhaust and had to stop to eat. Planning to install the oil tank and see if I can prime the oil pressure tonight. Wiring harness, switches and new signals will be here tomorrow. I'm excited to fire it. I still need to build or purchase a manometer or maybe see if Hondaman will help me tune. This is getting to the fun part!
Cheers...Stay Well

Medyo Bastos · « **Reply #76 on:** June 26, 2020, 04:50:12 PM »

Looking good! Ive spent a good deal of time at the lake! Keep me in mind if you’d like to sell the exhaust in your early pics.

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750K5 · « **Reply #77 on:** June 26, 2020, 05:00:23 PM »

Quote from: Medyo Bastos on June 26, 2020, 04:50:12 PM

Looking good! Ive spent a good deal of time at the lake! Keep me in mind if you’d like to sell the exhaust in your early pics.

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I have two sets of the short turnouts. I'd be happy to sell. I could Vapor Blast them before shipping too.
What's a fair price? I

750K5 · « **Reply #78 on:** June 26, 2020, 06:45:35 PM »

Exhaust installed. Looking into the oil tank now!

750K5 · « **Reply #79 on:** June 26, 2020, 06:48:14 PM »

I found it easier to pre assemble. Used cardboard to hold the Shark Fins!

750K5 · « **Reply #80 on:** July 21, 2020, 04:24:55 PM »

She runs! I fired the engine for the first time Saturday.. Still needs tuning. Waiting on parts for front brake, seat and Planet Metallic Blue from VMR Paint for side covers. Who knows I may ride this summer..

750K5 · « **Reply #81 on:** July 21, 2020, 04:27:39 PM »

Trying to figure out how to post a video...

gpzkat · « **Reply #82 on:** July 21, 2020, 04:44:15 PM »

That is really nice, kudos. Love to see returned to stock... standard!

I'm in the beginning stages of similar project on a '73. I just finished an '82 GS1100E that was a Bonneville racer, built by Don Vesco, and thankfully it really 'ran when parked' and fired right up, I didn't have to open the engine (but yeah I painted over the engine as a whole). I am debating whether to (a) get the VMR paint and try my hand at it - orange in my case, (b) get the paint and have it done for me, or (c) see if it can be matched from a friend's nice side panel. A shop nearby lets one of the guys use the facilities for side jobs and he's done some great work on my Willys wagon here and there for a good price.

As for video, maybe it's best to go the Youtube route and link it with the button in the bar?

750K5 · « **Reply #83 on:** July 22, 2020, 01:43:40 PM »

Quote from: gpzkat on July 21, 2020, 04:44:15 PM

That is really nice, kudos. Love to see returned to stock... standard!

I'm in the beginning stages of similar project on a '73. I just finished an '82 GS1100E that was a Bonneville racer, built by Don Vesco, and thankfully it really 'ran when parked' and fired right up, I didn't have to open the engine (but yeah I painted over the engine as a whole). I am debating whether to (a) get the VMR paint and try my hand at it - orange in my case, (b) get the paint and have it done for me, or (c) see if it can be matched from a friend's nice side panel. A shop nearby lets one of the guys use the facilities for side jobs and he's done some great work on my Willys wagon here and there for a good price.

Thanks for the you tube Idea. I'll look into it. I'm a fan of Sunrise Flake Orange as well. I ran into a guy at a show in Denver he used the VMR paints w K2 gloss clear to paint this 74' restoration. It was beautiful! I believe with these products and quality prep I'll be able to make mine look good too. Fingers Crossed.
I look forward to seeing your project here also, I'll keep an eye out.
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Kevin D · « **Reply #84 on:** July 22, 2020, 02:01:35 PM »

Very nice 750K5. It looks like you have gone directly to a show! Your CB is looking terrific.

750K5 · « **Reply #85 on:** July 22, 2020, 02:31:52 PM »

Quote from: Kevin D on July 22, 2020, 02:01:35 PM

Very nice 750K5. It looks like you have gone directly to a show! Your CB is looking terrific.

The sunrise orange bike is one I saw at a show. I was referencing the VMR paint products I'm planning to use. That bike was painted with rattle cans.
I'm going to keep mine Planet Metallic Blue.

Kevin D · « **Reply #86 on:** July 22, 2020, 02:53:44 PM »

Quote from: 750K5 on July 22, 2020, 02:31:52 PM

Quote from: Kevin D on July 22, 2020, 02:01:35 PM
Very nice 750K5. It looks like you have gone directly to a show! Your CB is looking terrific.

The sunrise orange bike is one I saw at a show. I was referencing the VMR paint products I'm planning to use. That bike was painted with rattle cans.
I'm going to keep mine Planet Metallic Blue.

Guess I should be payin more attention to your thread. I know yours is gonna be nice.

grcamna2 · « **Reply #87 on:** July 22, 2020, 02:57:18 PM »

Your bike is a runner,excellent

mrbreeze · « **Reply #88 on:** July 22, 2020, 07:43:20 PM »

Quote from: 750K5 on July 21, 2020, 04:24:55 PM

She runs! I fired the engine for the first time Saturday.. Still needs tuning. Waiting on parts for front brake, seat and Planet Metallic Blue from VMR Paint for side covers. Who knows I may ride this summer..

That gas tank is way too purty to risk sending it crashing to the ground. Try rigging up a small lawnmower tank or something for a mobile tank. Mine is an old washer fluid reservoir from an old Ford truck. I know we have the best intentions to not bump into it while doing tune ups but it happens ask me how I know!

750K5 · « **Reply #89 on:** July 23, 2020, 02:06:22 PM »

Quote from: mrbreeze on July 22, 2020, 07:43:20 PM

Quote from: 750K5 on July 21, 2020, 04:24:55 PM
She runs! I fired the engine for the first time Saturday.. Still needs tuning. Waiting on parts for front brake, seat and Planet Metallic Blue from VMR Paint for side covers. Who knows I may ride this summer..
That gas tank is way too purty to risk sending it crashing to the ground. Try rigging up a small lawnmower tank or something for a mobile tank. Mine is an old washer fluid reservoir from an old Ford truck. I know we have the best intentions to not bump into it while doing tune ups but it happens ask me how I know!

I appreciate the heads up. I'll look into making a temp IV tank for future tuning! I assure you it's back on the bike safe currently.

750K5 · « **Reply #90 on:** August 10, 2020, 03:46:03 AM »

Finally had some time to work on the rear hub. The polishing was the major hold up. I was burnt out on sanding aluminum.planning to work on the front Brake this week. The chain is also complete. The order from VMR paints arrived so I'll be looking into painting the side covers as well. That'll be practice before I tackle the tank.

750K5 · « **Reply #91 on:** August 10, 2020, 03:47:47 AM »

Polishing and brake...

750K5 · « **Reply #92 on:** August 10, 2020, 03:49:48 AM »

I also cleaned up the fuel lines and vent tubes. One carb is seeping so I'll be going back to check float height again.

grcamna2 · « **Reply #93 on:** August 10, 2020, 08:04:22 AM »

That back wheel is the polar Opposite of mine Zach

That's a thing of Beauty

My rim and spokes need cleaning,excess chain lube..

750K5 · « **Reply #94 on:** August 10, 2020, 10:00:28 AM »

Quote from: grcamna2 on August 10, 2020, 08:04:22 AM

That back wheel is the polar Opposite of mine Zach That's a thing of Beauty

Thank you. That brake hub is a pain to polish.

750K5 · « **Reply #95 on:** August 11, 2020, 08:08:28 PM »

Started getting the front break cleaned and ready for paint. I'm looking forward to assembling in the days top come. I'm purchased the materials to paint the side covers. I'm planning to work on that this weekend.

750K5 · « **Reply #96 on:** August 11, 2020, 08:10:02 PM »

Vapor blasted and clean.

750K5 · « **Reply #97 on:** August 11, 2020, 08:11:39 PM »

Closed out the day with a rotor on the bike!

750K5 · « **Reply #98 on:** August 11, 2020, 08:12:32 PM »

And the other side

grcamna2 · « **Reply #99 on:** August 11, 2020, 08:35:27 PM »

Zach,Those caliper parts look as new.Did you build that front wheel with a new rim and spokes ?

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