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j-conn · « **Reply #675 on:** January 09, 2009, 05:21:16 am »

what is the thought behind the 'exhaust bar'? for regidity/looks/gives special powers?
anyone know if that is a sportster seat?

MCRider · « **Reply #676 on:** January 09, 2009, 05:47:36 am »

Quote from: j-conn on January 09, 2009, 05:21:16 am

what is the thought behind the 'exhaust bar'? for regidity/looks/gives special powers?
anyone know if that is a sportster seat?

The exhaust bar is most likely an equalization tube, to equalize the pulses between the exhausts, adds some effective length to an otherwise short (too short) system. Some schools of thought give "special powers" to equalization type devices. Certainly just being there gives the separate pipes some stability, but i don't think that was the primary reason.

I think they were stock on some sportsters from the factory.

j-conn · « **Reply #677 on:** January 09, 2009, 05:53:08 am »

wouldnt there be a risk of... whats it called. scaving? like with the chambers in 2stroke exhausts

i have been thinking that a sportster seat would work well for my 550 cafe project. seen it done anywhere anyone?

MCRider · « **Reply #678 on:** January 09, 2009, 05:58:42 am »

Quote from: j-conn on January 09, 2009, 05:53:08 am

wouldnt there be a risk of... whats it called. scaving? like with the chambers in 2stroke exhausts

i have been thinking that a sportster seat would work well for my 550 cafe project. seen it done anywhere anyone?

I guess not. Here's a discussion of the equalization or crossover tube. Seems to beneift Harleys especially. You'll have to scroll down a bit for the answer.
http://en.allexperts.com/q/Motorcycle-Repair-837/1997-Harley-Sportster-Exhaust.htm

754 · « **Reply #679 on:** January 09, 2009, 06:03:58 am »

Stock head pipes with balance tube, and Yes, H-D accessory seat on stock fender (cut down).

Seat should be close to fitting Honda frame, might not cover front part as well, loook at one on a bike & measure.

j-conn · « **Reply #680 on:** January 09, 2009, 06:11:53 am »

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http://en.allexperts.com/q/Motorcycle-Repair-837/1997-Harley-Sportster-Exhaust.htm

berry berry interesting...

im gonna see what i can do with a sportster seat. the PO had what can only be described as a 'fat guy seat' on my 550.

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seen it done anywhere anyone?

still intrested

crazypj · « **Reply #681 on:** January 09, 2009, 06:22:41 am »

Quote from: MCRider on January 09, 2009, 05:58:42 am

Quote from: j-conn on January 09, 2009, 05:53:08 am
wouldnt there be a risk of... whats it called. scaving? like with the chambers in 2stroke exhausts

I guess not. Here's a discussion of the equalization or crossover tube. Seems to beneift Harleys especially. You'll have to scroll down a bit for the answer.
http://en.allexperts.com/q/Motorcycle-Repair-837/1997-Harley-Sportster-Exhaust.htm

I as used on Triumph twins, Suzuki Katana & Bandit 4 cyl, and loads of other bikes I can't think of a present.
It mainly helps mid range torque
On most bikes ( the ones I've cut exhausts up) there is only a smallish hole in the main pipe (smaller than the cross/balance pipe) so it also has some sound deadening effect (Helmholtz resonator probably?)
PJ

Industrial Rat400f Killer · « **Reply #682 on:** January 09, 2009, 08:28:08 am »

Quote from: j-conn on January 09, 2009, 05:21:16 am

what is the thought behind the 'exhaust bar'? for regidity/looks/gives special powers?
anyone know if that is a sportster seat?

Here's another option for a seat. You might give them a call and see if they know if their seat fits a CB550.
http://www.storzperf.com/index.html

Here's a pic. You might do a little cutting on it for a better fit.

and here's another bike just cause it's that kind of thread.

Flying J · « **Reply #683 on:** January 09, 2009, 09:36:24 am »

Quote from: JAG on January 08, 2009, 07:57:32 am

JAG

What kind of tires are those. does dennis Kirk carry them? I like the fat car tire look but havent found any.

mateo tomas · « **Reply #684 on:** January 09, 2009, 10:33:21 am »

Quote from: j-conn on January 09, 2009, 05:53:08 am

wouldnt there be a risk of... whats it called. scaving? like with the chambers in 2stroke exhausts

i have been thinking that a sportster seat would work well for my 550 cafe project. seen it done anywhere anyone?

That seat looks a lot like the one on the "pro street" 500/550 from july's bike of the month:

http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=37138.msg385875#msg385875

looks good on that bike IMHO

Spikeybike · « **Reply #685 on:** January 09, 2009, 11:02:10 am »

Quote from: mate0t0mas on January 09, 2009, 10:33:21 am

Quote from: j-conn on January 09, 2009, 05:53:08 am
wouldnt there be a risk of... whats it called. scaving? like with the chambers in 2stroke exhausts

i have been thinking that a sportster seat would work well for my 550 cafe project. seen it done anywhere anyone?

That seat looks a lot like the one on the "pro street" 500/550 from july's bike of the month:

http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=37138.msg385875#msg385875

looks good on that bike IMHO

i was just gonna say that ... (ya beat me to it )

Really? · « **Reply #686 on:** January 09, 2009, 01:15:07 pm »

Four Pack is a sweet bike. Infact, it was my wallpaper for a while.

Shenanigans · « **Reply #687 on:** January 10, 2009, 05:52:17 pm »

I would sell both my kidneys for this bike.

Ecosse · « **Reply #688 on:** January 10, 2009, 05:58:17 pm »

have any info on that?

Shenanigans · « **Reply #689 on:** January 10, 2009, 06:06:51 pm »

Well the base bike is a ZX10, the rest of it is photoshop.

And if I am going to give both my kidneys for it they better at least fix the front end.

Retro Rocket · « **Reply #690 on:** January 11, 2009, 09:24:13 pm »

I don't usually go for this look but this one looks cool....

Mick

bzr · « **Reply #691 on:** January 11, 2009, 10:08:22 pm »

Quote from: retro rocket on January 11, 2009, 09:24:13 pm

I don't usually go for this look but this one looks cool....

Mick

I don't usually go for that style either, which is why I can't help thinking, "man, how much cooler would that look with NO fender at all?"

Shenanigans · « **Reply #692 on:** January 11, 2009, 10:27:10 pm »

Stock is not always a bad thing...

And the rest...

Ecosse · « **Reply #693 on:** January 12, 2009, 12:30:38 am »

Quote from: link=topic=32693.msg471739#msg471739 date=1231737853

i have to say... i like it!

Ecosse · « **Reply #694 on:** January 12, 2009, 12:33:31 am »

Quote from: Shenanigans on January 11, 2009, 10:27:10 pm

love these. and nicely photographed too.

Joksa · « **Reply #695 on:** January 12, 2009, 06:17:06 am »

Ecosse · « **Reply #696 on:** January 12, 2009, 10:05:50 am »

Quote from: Joksa on January 12, 2009, 06:17:06 am

ok joksa you can't get away with a drive by like that; give with the details.

j-conn · « **Reply #697 on:** January 12, 2009, 10:11:21 am »

i read about that frame...
u the builder joksa?

Joksa · « **Reply #698 on:** January 12, 2009, 10:14:43 am »

Quote from: Ecosse on January 12, 2009, 10:05:50 am

ok joksa you can't get away with a drive by like that; give with the details.

:) I do not know the details, but found the picture from a blog: http://bubblevisor.blogspot.com/
There are more pictures: http://s451.photobucket.com/albums/qq231/lennyway/?action=view&current=Lockheed_Lounge-hellforleather.jpg

Edit: I just found more info. The bike is called "Lockheed Lounge"
http://hellforleathermagazine.com/2008/03/build-your-own-lockheed-lounge.html
http://hellforleathermagazine.com/positions/buildyourown/lounge-layout.html

j-conn · « **Reply #699 on:** January 12, 2009, 10:16:52 am »

this is what id give my 2 kidneys for.
id just dress it alittle differently. or have no dress at all.
http://www.twostrokeshop.com/Aprilia_RS500_2008.htm

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