Topic: Andys CB810 K2 -updated 14 Oct 2024 - missing link!

[mcpuffett]

Hi Andy your bike is looking very good  ,were did you get your seat from

and I guess you have changed the hardware to hook and catch did the seat just bolt on or did you after alter anything?

cheers Mick.

[andy750]

Hi Andy your bike is looking very good  ,were did you get your seat from

and I guess you have changed the hardware to hook and catch did the seat just bolt on or did you after alter anything?

cheers Mick.

Hey Mick,

Forum member "cheftuskey121" (thread: http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=115879.0;topicseen) got the same K0 seat then told me where from ...from this Ebay seller:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Honda-CB750-FOUR-1969-Sandcast-DUCK-TAIL-1969-1971-BRAND-NEW-Seat-/200916375616?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item2ec78c9840&vxp=mtr

He seems to run a "Buy it now" versus a "Bid" price on a regular basis. The hinges (supplied) fitted right onto the K4 hinge brackets. I have not installed the seat latch yet (dont have one at this time) and may modify the base (plastic) to take the later style plunger lock. Can still be ridden with no latch on it.

I need some seat time to tell how it will work out.

cheers
Andy

[andy750]

Trying out some different bars on the K2 today....I am digging the Z-bars










Not sure Ill go with these or the Euro bars...

[Stev-o]

I vote for Euro's [no offence intended!]  Those would be perfect for Jaguar's choppa...

[andy750]

So bike is "finished" its transformation...from this..





to this





Pros of new look:
1. Seat height is higher
2. Euro bars give it a lean forward/streetfighter feel so kind of sitting up over the tank

Cons:

1. Much less aerodynamic 

Havent had a good test ride to compare cornering ability. On the plus side the new look might be more comfortable for 500 mile days going to the TOD and back. I think though Ill likely end up transforming it back to the way it was...just loved that look

Thoughts/comments?

cheers
Andy

[Tews19]

I like the ducktail. Whats your plan with the other seat?

[brandEn]

Looks great Andy. I am a little more partial to the Giuliari seat myself but man your bike is nice either way. I am putting the Euro bars on my K4 build. Mine are made by Bikemaster. What brand are yours do ya know?

[andy750]

Thanks BrandEn. Euro bars = I believe they are Bikemasters as well.

Tews - other seat is in storage for now. Not for sale. Will likely return it to original look but will try this first. Good to have options.

[Tews19]

Damn I read storage on the prior page. Thought that meant in my garage...I guess not. ..

[SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan]

Good looking bike, Andy.  I like it both ways, but I also dig the polished, bare metal tanks.  Great job.

[Retro Rocket]

  I like it both ways,

Too much information.....

[Stev-o]

Looks great Andy. I am a little more partial to the Giuliari seat myself but man your bike is nice either way.

+1

[MRieck]

  I like it both ways,

Too much information.....

He is a bit kinky Retro.....always broads ........just through small talk

[Tews19]

  I like it both ways,

Too much information.....

LOL....LOL...

[andy750]

Some recent pics to update after 6 years 

New rear shocks - MikeRs old Hyperpros on the back - spring has been changed to my weight.

New DSS K2 seat

Still a  great ride

[Jerry Rxman Griffin aka MuthaF'er]

When is your next adventure Andy? It's been a while. Been kinda boring without your writings. 

[Stev-o]

Looks good Andy!   Is this the bike you wanted my original seat for?

[andy750]

Jerry - I wish it was soon!! Looks like Lone Builder is doing one of my dream trips riding his 750 from Africa to Ireland

Stevo - yes I ended up buying the DSS seat. Looks ok though not as soft.

Yesterday somewhere in Connecticut



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[andy750]

I had a great run about 3 weeks ago going to Rhode Island for the day. Anyway get back to the K2 last night and 2+3 are not firing. Havent done any deep troubleshooting yet aside from take the tank off and check the wiring is connected - appears to be. I did notice the HT lead to #2 may be broken at the cap end so that needs investigating. But I suspect at this point its maybe the coil not working and so need to carefully check the black/white wire from coil. Just venting as its getting cooler here and this is the best riding weather - and I have a trip to Scottish Highland Games in NH this weekend! 

[knowsnothing]

I had a great run about 3 weeks ago going to Rhode Island for the day. Anyway get back to the K2 last night and 2+3 are not firing. Havent done any deep troubleshooting yet aside from take the tank off and check the wiring is connected - appears to be. I did notice the HT lead to #2 may be broken at the cap end so that needs investigating. But I suspect at this point its maybe the coil not working and so need to carefully check the black/white wire from coil. Just venting as its getting cooler here and this is the best riding weather - and I have a trip to Scottish Highland Games in NH this weekend! 

Check for spark on 2 and 3 wires (pull a plug out and hold it against case and turn it over).  If no spark, swap blue and yellow wires (pull all spark plug wires off).  Test them again.  If spark, probably something up with your points.  If still no spark, coil might have #$%* the bed.  Good luck   

[knowsnothing]

PS - I am getting closer.  Have to finish a few more things then it will be ready for first start up. 

[Jerry Rxman Griffin aka MuthaF'er]

What ignition are you using Andy?

[andy750]

I had a great run about 3 weeks ago going to Rhode Island for the day. Anyway get back to the K2 last night and 2+3 are not firing. Havent done any deep troubleshooting yet aside from take the tank off and check the wiring is connected - appears to be. I did notice the HT lead to #2 may be broken at the cap end so that needs investigating. But I suspect at this point its maybe the coil not working and so need to carefully check the black/white wire from coil. Just venting as its getting cooler here and this is the best riding weather - and I have a trip to Scottish Highland Games in NH this weekend! 

Check for spark on 2 and 3 wires (pull a plug out and hold it against case and turn it over).  If no spark, swap blue and yellow wires (pull all spark plug wires off).  Test them again.  If spark, probably something up with your points.  If still no spark, coil might have #$%* the bed.  Good luck   

Thank you Treeve for the clear instructions  - will do this Sunday evening - weekend ride on the K4 to Scottish Highland Games, Loon NH first 

[andy750]

PS - I am getting closer.  Have to finish a few more things then it will be ready for first start up.

Ooooh exciting! Let me know so I can come over!!

[andy750]

What ignition are you using Andy?

Jerry I am using the same DynaS since 2001 - however this bike only has about 5000 miles since then (currently at 62,000 miles)  . The K4 is the more used bike  -about to roll over 90,000 miles this weekend.

cheers
Andy