Author Topic: CB550 Cafe Interceptor - Gentleman's Roadster (Read 345585 times)

Godffery · « **Reply #350 on:** April 15, 2013, 07:37:22 PM »

I spray it all the time; thin it with this:

http://www.por15.com/SOLVENT/productinfo/SVQ/

FunJimmy · « **Reply #351 on:** April 15, 2013, 07:59:18 PM »

Quote from: brandEn on April 15, 2013, 06:18:45 PM

Thanks for the update Jim. So you think brushing this on the finned components like the head and cylinders is the way to go? Also seems like the temps are kinda low today to be painting. Could that have affected anything?

Yup. No trouble brushing on the finned components at all.
I also had the heat up on the shop prior to painting and took the parts in the house shortly after.

FunJimmy · « **Reply #352 on:** April 29, 2013, 05:12:44 PM »

The Interceptor was a lot of fun to ride last year, but even without all the additional engine work this winter, the clutch would slip coming on the power at around 7K so I ordered a Barnett extra plate kit from Dynoman Performance.

FunJimmy · « **Reply #353 on:** April 29, 2013, 05:21:17 PM »

I knew that I had read some interesting suggestions on "how to modify the clutch for smoother action and longer life" by HondaMan so I sent him a message asking for a bit more clarification.
HondaMan is an amazing resource for everything SOHC4 and always willing to help.
Thanks for the tips HondaMan.

http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=7401.15

A few pictures of my interpretation on the clutch hub mods.

Additional flow channels to the oil holes.

brandEn · « **Reply #354 on:** April 29, 2013, 05:40:51 PM »

FunJimmys Lab! awesome !

I look forward to seeing your dyno results. You gonna come back down to Twinline for that?

I believe Hondaman recommends scrubbing those Barnett plates before you install them. Something about fibers clogging up the oil pump. You might want to hit him up on that as well....

FunJimmy · « **Reply #355 on:** May 28, 2013, 12:03:46 PM »

Here it sits just before I plunked in on. All I can divulge publically is - Bwaller race proven, MRieck Stage III head with Kibblewhite 1mm OS valves, springs and retainers.
Valve timing provided by Yoshimura YR-2-31 Billet Daytona camshaft and new Honda OEM rockers.

SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan · « **Reply #356 on:** May 28, 2013, 05:00:39 PM »

Damn!! Where'd you get the cam?

Greggo · « **Reply #357 on:** May 28, 2013, 08:14:41 PM »

Quote from: CB750 Cafe Racer Fan on May 28, 2013, 05:00:39 PM

Damn!! Where'd you get the cam?

From me

But no, I don't have any more for sale.

I'm glad it went to you Jim! It looks reeeeeeeeal nice in that head. Those lobes look delicious after that goop was cleaned off!

bwaller · « **Reply #358 on:** May 28, 2013, 08:22:41 PM »

Yes indeed that cam was considered a hot little tamales when these bikes roamed the earth.

Standing by for the start-up news Jim. The VRRA goes round 'n' round this weekend, wish me luck.

Kemp · « **Reply #359 on:** May 28, 2013, 08:27:25 PM »

Very cool, will be real interesting to see the dyno run as this is, after all, a street engine with electric start etc. Just how much power can a street 550/591 make and be reliable and rideable?

FunJimmy · « **Reply #360 on:** May 29, 2013, 12:58:25 PM »

Quote from: RAFster122S on May 28, 2013, 05:50:39 PM

Would polished top cover look better?
Hope FunJimmy's Lab continues to have good fortune.
David

Thanks David. Ya, a polished top cover would look the biz, especially if I could polish as well as you can.

Quote from: Greggo on May 28, 2013, 08:14:41 PM

From me But no, I don't have any more for sale.
I'm glad it went to you Jim! It looks reeeeeeeeal nice in that head. Those lobes look delicious after that goop was cleaned off!

Mighty privileged to have it too, Greggo.
Let’s hope it works as well (on street) as it looks.

Thanks

I swapped out the Dyns S ignition for a Pamco unit last night and the bike flashed right up and settled into a smooth idle. Too wet to do anymore test & tuning, so I’ll get back to you as soon as the pavement dries.

Cheers
Jimmy

FunJimmy · « **Reply #361 on:** May 29, 2013, 01:06:45 PM »

In its current state of tune (jetting aside) I certainly won’t hit the HP #s that Brent gets from his race bike. My Interceptor has benefited immensely from Brent’s tech contributions and it shows, but knowing and doing are two completely different disciplines. Brent has the fine art and science of extracting every pound of thrust, perfected!

Thanks for all your input Brent.

RAFster122s · « **Reply #362 on:** June 11, 2013, 04:03:19 PM »

Hey FJ, so what are you doing? Get any more progress on the Interceptor or are you out enjoying it and not sharing with your SOHC/4 buddies?

Please share some pearls of wisdom before us swine?

FunJimmy · « **Reply #363 on:** June 11, 2013, 04:43:31 PM »

Funny you should ask David.
I was just sending an email to Brent on the same topic.
This weekend I’m riding my bicycle from Vancouver to Seattle for the Ride to Conquer Cancer in honor of my mother. Been putting most spare time into training so I don’t end up buckled over in the ditch. Should get some seat time in on the Interceptor next week so stay tuned.

Cheers
Jimmy

FunJimmy · « **Reply #364 on:** June 30, 2013, 07:30:55 AM »

I’ve been using some inexpensive 18 LED signals I found on eBay for a while now and although I like the housing design, the LED circuit board is crap. Individual LED start to burn out leaving a weak and spotty effect so I’ve been on the hunt for a suitable replacement for some time now and think I’ve got one.

These are single 3W Eagle Eye LED signals housed in waterproof billet aluminum housings with 3M double sided tape. They’re very affordable at around $14.00/set and super bright.

FunJimmy · « **Reply #365 on:** June 30, 2013, 07:36:41 AM »

Because it’s so easy to cut and shape, aluminum is a nice material for these small brackets.
The two spools are the same diameter as the Eagle Eye signals and provide a perfect guide for filing.

FunJimmy · « **Reply #366 on:** June 30, 2013, 07:40:08 AM »

Small and slick!

I can't seem to Embed the Youtube comparison video so you'll just have to use this link.

http://youtu.be/vcs3I3kSTiU

SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan · « **Reply #367 on:** June 30, 2013, 08:39:49 AM »

Super bright!

brandEn · « **Reply #368 on:** June 30, 2013, 03:42:19 PM »

Those look awesome Jim. What are those spools from?

RAFster122s · « **Reply #369 on:** June 30, 2013, 04:35:51 PM »

Nice work Jimmy!
How's the bike sounding and riding with the new head? I presume it is installed? When are you going to give us a new video of the bike on a ride?
Got any dyno time planned?

David

FunJimmy · « **Reply #370 on:** June 30, 2013, 08:31:56 PM »

Quote from: 754 on June 30, 2013, 09:00:13 AM

Mm drilling bolts..crunch..CRunck..c r u n C H..Hey Jimmy can you make it to the Vintage races in Vernon OKeefe next weekend?

Frank, that's exactly how it sounds. You've obviously don't it before.

Quote from: brandEn on June 30, 2013, 03:42:19 PM

Those look awesome Jim. What are those spools from?

Thanks Branden. I made the spools on the lathe to use as radius guides. Same process I used on your rear-set brackets.

Quote from: RAFster122S on June 30, 2013, 04:35:51 PM

Nice work Jimmy!How's the bike sounding and riding with the new head? I presume it is installed? When are you going to give us a new video of the bike on a ride?Got any dyno time planned?David

Thanks David. Yup, everything is back together but I just insured the bike today so I haven't any ride reports yet. Dr. D did a great job jetting the bike last year that it probably doesn't need much so we'll see how it goes in the next couple of weeks. Gotta get some saddle time in before Mooshie gets to the Canadian leg of her trip. That might be the next video you'll see.

Stay tuned!
Jimmy

tweakin · « **Reply #371 on:** July 01, 2013, 06:10:39 AM »

Excellent work as usual Jim. Those turned out great.

FunJimmy · « **Reply #372 on:** July 03, 2013, 12:31:47 AM »

Quote from: RAFster122S on June 30, 2013, 04:35:51 PM

How's the bike sounding and riding with the new head?
David

David,

Just in from another rip and I'm speechless.
The MRiech Stage III head and Yoshimura Daytona cam are a crazy combination.
The bike has a wicked top end rush all the way to 10K. Sounds nuts too.
Jetting is a mess since the upgrade so I can only imagine the Crotch Rocket shock that's coming.

RAFster122s · « **Reply #373 on:** July 03, 2013, 06:27:38 AM »

Yes! Some poor unsuspecting crotch rocker rider is going to get surprised by the FJ lab experiment. Too bad you won't be able to see the slack jaw look on his face hidden by his helmet.

Doctor_D · « **Reply #374 on:** July 03, 2013, 08:27:15 AM »

Quote from: FunJimmy on July 03, 2013, 12:31:47 AM

Quote from: RAFster122S on June 30, 2013, 04:35:51 PM
How's the bike sounding and riding with the new head?
David

David,

Just in from another rip and I'm speechless.
The MRiech Stage III head and Yoshimura Daytona cam are a crazy combination.
The bike has a wicked top end rush all the way to 10K. Sounds nuts too.
Jetting is a mess since the upgrade so I can only imagine the Crotch Rocket shock that's coming.

Since we jetted it with the cam off by a tooth, and now with these changes... I'd imagine that would be the case. Let me know how I can help.

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Author Topic: CB550 Cafe Interceptor - Gentleman's Roadster (Read 345585 times)