Author Topic: StrongPerf 550 project! WHEELS/SWINGARM/CHAIN/SPROCKETS thread with pics (Read 8245 times)

FunJimmy · « **Reply #25 on:** November 21, 2007, 07:52:50 AM »

The Dresda swingarm is rectangular steel, and fairly light.

SEBNN · « **Reply #26 on:** November 21, 2007, 10:09:18 AM »

StrongPerf - Thats looking good, I'm interested to see how difficult the rear disc is to add.

StrongPerf · « **Reply #27 on:** November 21, 2007, 10:13:39 AM »

Quote from: SEBNN on November 21, 2007, 10:09:18 AM

StrongPerf - Thats looking good, I'm interested to see how difficult the rear disc is to add.

Well for me, not so difficult because my rim was already a disc rim. What rim will you run?

SEBNN · « **Reply #28 on:** November 21, 2007, 10:21:43 AM »

Still looking into that. In moments of insanity I have considered a dirtbike hub as I can use a spoked rim, the hard part is the spacing is much different. Being as I haven't invested any money into the rear disc (other than the rearset with MC) I am still looking at the options. Part of the spoked/unspoked is I will need to get a matching front wheel. My wheels need new spokes and rims so new wheels aren't too far out of the question.

StrongPerf · « **Reply #29 on:** November 21, 2007, 10:36:26 AM »

Quote from: SEBNN on November 21, 2007, 10:21:43 AM

Still looking into that. In moments of insanity I have considered a dirtbike hub as I can use a spoked rim, the hard part is the spacing is much different. Being as I haven't invested any money into the rear disc (other than the rearset with MC) I am still looking at the options. Part of the spoked/unspoked is I will need to get a matching front wheel. My wheels need new spokes and rims so new wheels aren't too far out of the question.

I think you have lots of possibilities. I think the dirt bike idea is a good start. Can you find any other bikes with spoke rears with a disc? I think you can learn lots about making it fit and getting the spacing right by reading my posts. If you need I can provide more pics and elaborate better about how I measured things up to get the spacing right. You are welcome to PM me if needed to talk over your ideas and such. Later!

StrongPerf · « **Reply #30 on:** October 07, 2008, 11:01:37 AM »

Hey guys!

I know it's been a while but I've been remodeling my house...

Well I've been riding it and tuning in the carbs. I noticed I can do 70mph in 3rd gear at 7k rpm. I decided to go down 1 tooth on the front and up one tooth on the back. A brand new 520 x-ring chain, 16 tooth front sprocket and and aluminum rear sprocket are on the way!

Here's a pic...

kghost · « **Reply #31 on:** October 07, 2008, 12:07:03 PM »

Did you know that early CBX calipers will bolt right up to that front end and give you a 5 mm bigger piston then the 750F's or the GL1000's?

I like big Brakes

Looks really cool and I thought I would throw in the tip.

Muk · « **Reply #32 on:** October 07, 2008, 01:07:31 PM »

LOOKS AWESOME!!! sorry for yellin but it looks good

StrongPerf · « **Reply #33 on:** October 07, 2008, 01:18:47 PM »

Quote from: kghost on October 07, 2008, 12:07:03 PM

Did you know that early CBX calipers will bolt right up to that front end and give you a 5 mm bigger piston then the 750F's or the GL1000's?

I like big Brakes

Looks really cool and I thought I would throw in the tip.

This is good to know. My biggest complaint about the current setup is that I can't find sintered (copper) brake pads which I really like. Maybe I could find them for the CBX no?

dusterdude · « **Reply #34 on:** October 07, 2008, 01:20:21 PM »

nice ride

KB02 · « **Reply #35 on:** October 07, 2008, 01:22:27 PM »

How the heck did I miss that swingarm last year? That is sweet!!!

StrongPerf · « **Reply #36 on:** October 07, 2008, 01:25:06 PM »

Quote from: KB02 on October 07, 2008, 01:22:27 PM

How the heck did I miss that swingarm last year? That is sweet!!!

Thanks! I have gotten lots of compliments and it was very easy to do. I plan on doing the Hondaman bushing upgrade and powdercoating it when I do the frame...

kghost · « **Reply #37 on:** October 07, 2008, 01:48:35 PM »

Quote from: StrongPerf on October 07, 2008, 01:18:47 PM

Quote from: kghost on October 07, 2008, 12:07:03 PM
Did you know that early CBX calipers will bolt right up to that front end and give you a 5 mm bigger piston then the 750F's or the GL1000's?

I like big Brakes

Looks really cool and I thought I would throw in the tip.

This is good to know. My biggest complaint about the current setup is that I can't find sintered (copper) brake pads which I really like. Maybe I could find them for the CBX no?

I have Kevlar pads...so couldn't comment on the Sintered ones....

WFO · « **Reply #38 on:** October 07, 2008, 04:04:32 PM »

Looks great! so where do you live perf?

StrongPerf · « **Reply #39 on:** October 08, 2008, 07:44:53 AM »

Quote from: WFO on October 07, 2008, 04:04:32 PM

Looks great! so where do you live perf?

Thanks!
Camarillo California (just northwest of LA).

TheFox · « **Reply #40 on:** October 15, 2008, 12:01:59 PM »

I'm really looking for a twin caliper front end for my CB550. I happen to have a set of '06 Yamaha R1 6-piston calipers sitting around. I'd be willing to trade them for someone that's got a twin disc front end that will work on my 550.

StrongPerf · « **Reply #41 on:** October 15, 2008, 08:58:09 PM »

Quote from: TheFox on October 15, 2008, 12:01:59 PM

I'm really looking for a twin caliper front end for my CB550. I happen to have a set of '06 Yamaha R1 6-piston calipers sitting around. I'd be willing to trade them for someone that's got a twin disc front end that will work on my 550.

Well then go to the "classifieds" section and start your own thread...

TheFox · « **Reply #42 on:** October 15, 2008, 09:22:36 PM »

sorry man, didn't mean to hijack your thread.

StrongPerf · « **Reply #43 on:** October 24, 2008, 08:09:10 AM »

New sprockets and chain.

Old: 530 non o-ring
17 front
36 rear

New: 520 x-ring
16 front
37 aluminum rear

About like 4 teeth up in back. Much lighter and cooler looking than old set up.

JAG · « **Reply #44 on:** October 24, 2008, 08:16:00 AM »

Wow, looks like a Totally different bike with those wheels!! Very interesting "spin" on things, no pun intended

BTW. What kind of tires are those you got there? Makes it look even more mean..

StrongPerf · « **Reply #45 on:** October 24, 2008, 08:19:34 AM »

Quote from: JAG on October 24, 2008, 08:16:00 AM

Wow, looks like a Totally different bike with those wheels!! Very interesting "spin" on things, no pun intended

BTW. What kind of tires are those you got there? Makes it look even more mean..

Thanks!

Avon AM26 Road Rider

bwaller · « **Reply #46 on:** October 24, 2008, 08:24:19 AM »

Right-on, 520's are the way to go on these. For a few bucks more you can get the rear aluminum sprockets hard anodized.

StrongPerf · « **Reply #47 on:** October 24, 2008, 08:30:39 AM »

Quote from: bwaller on October 24, 2008, 08:24:19 AM

Right-on, 520's are the way to go on these. For a few bucks more you can get the rear aluminum sprockets hard anodized.

Yep, I was in a hurry and forgot to ask. I had it done on my Z1000 sprocket and it still only lasted 4500 miles. Also I'm not sure this will be my final gear combo. Once my motor combo is done and my gear combo is done I'll probably fininsh with hard anodized or a sprocket like on my Z. It's aluminum center with steel teeth. I'm not sure if this is avail for a CB900 hub but probably...

StrongPerf · « **Reply #48 on:** February 10, 2009, 03:33:16 PM »

Recently had Hondaman did his magic on my swingarm. Custom fit bronze bushings. Top knotch work and premo service.

Unfortunatly the bike is still down for engine rebuild and cosmetic prep. Will update when progress made.

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Author Topic: StrongPerf 550 project! WHEELS/SWINGARM/CHAIN/SPROCKETS thread with pics (Read 8245 times)

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