Topic: Finally... She's a Roller!!!

[fonz]

Not that it was necessarily the smartest thing to do, but I rode my '74 with just the rear drum for 15k miles or so. Sure, there were some hairy situations, but it's doable. At least you didn't put a 12"-over springer on the front or something!
The bike looks great, though. The stance is balls-on.

[Ichiban 4]

Chopstar..

I was also thinking about lack of front brake on your build..as Andy 750 was mentioning..

My 550K rear brake is woefully inadequate by itself..for quick stops. Having the front disk..which is about twice as effective..has gotten me out of some sticky situations.

I'm also old enough to remember riding old-school choppers with no front brake.  Would have to literally lock-up the rear wheel to get it to stop in emergency situations.  Not the best in terms of safety or controllability.

Seems like if you added front disk..that was drilled (with same meticulous attention to detail you've shown thus far)..and maybe with some sort of tricked-out caliper..that could look quite #$%*'n too??

Just a thought..suggestion or two.

Ichi

[fuzzybutt]

amazing look you have there, i pop in and look at the pics of your project when i need inspiration to get off my backside and work on my 750k

[chopstar500]

New pic - kinda crappy, but you get the idea. Tank is almost finished - basecoat (silver flake) & artwork (my own original 500 FourPack logo design) are done - ready for clear. New headlight is on too!

I obviously eliminated the tank emblems and filled the indentations. Paint has been flawless thus far (fingers crossed) - I was lucky to have a near mint tank to start with.

Thoughts???

[scunny]

it still looks sleek, as others said nice stance

[Ichiban 4]

New pic - kinda crappy, but you get the idea. Tank is almost finished - basecoat (silver flake) & artwork (my own original 500 FourPack logo design) are done - ready for clear. New headlight is on too!

I obviously eliminated the tank emblems and filled the indentations. Paint has been flawless thus far (fingers crossed) - I was lucky to have a near mint tank to start with.

Thoughts???

Chopstar..

Was wondering if you've given the addition of front brake any further consideration?

Bike looks wonderful..and your one-off logos, etc. add a real nice touch!

Ichi

[andy750]

Its looking good! I think I would put some silver tank trim along the bottom of the tank...I think it would add to the bling you already have. Its kind of hard to comment on the tank logo since the pic is not so good. Im not so sure of the colour...but hey better photos will get more comments 

Its going to be interesting with the seat on it!!

good luck in finishing it up.
cheers
Andy

[mustangcar]

super cool,what size rear wheel/tire?did you buff out the entire engine case? i was thinking about doing that now that i have the engine out, keep the pics rolling,,looks super great

[chopstar500]

Rear wheel/tire is: Harley 16x3.5 rim & 140/90-16. Plenty of clearance but had to move the brake arm to the outboard mounting point on the swingarm & use a brass bushing/spacer on the brake plate (hub) end.

[greenjeans]

Too nice....lightened up you photo a bit.  Hope you don't mind.   Well done.

[Ichiban 4]

Chopstar..

Looking over your pics..threads again..just have to compliment you on your rebuild, etc.

If you ever want to sell (keep within 4 figures) let me know.
Still would like to see your post on a cool, drilled, custom "chopstar" version of front disc brake!

Ichi

[chopstar500]

Chopstar..

Looking over your pics..threads again..just have to compliment you on your rebuild, etc.

If you ever want to sell (keep within 4 figures) let me know.
Still would like to see your post on a cool, drilled, custom "chopstar" version of front disc brake!

Ichi

Hey Ichi - thanks again for the compliments. I don't know if you noticed, but I did post an update: http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=33210.msg343191#msg343191

Oh yeah... I've planned on selling this bike since day one. I can never keep anything... I just enjoy doing the work. Look for it on the block early this summer - I'm hoping for the $4000 range. And possibly, you'll see a front disc up there!!!

[Ichiban 4]

Chopstar..

Looking over your pics..threads again..just have to compliment you on your rebuild, etc.

If you ever want to sell (keep within 4 figures) let me know.
Still would like to see your post on a cool, drilled, custom "chopstar" version of front disc brake!

Ichi

Hey Ichi - thanks again for the compliments. I don't know if you noticed, but I did post an update: http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=33210.msg343191#msg343191

Oh yeah... I've planned on selling this bike since day one. I can never keep anything... I just enjoy doing the work. Look for it on the block early this summer - I'm hoping for the $4000 range. And possibly, you'll see a front disc up there!!!

Chopstar..

Maybe I missed it somewhere..but what's in the engine as far as mods?  Any?  I just started to thinking that with a 550 that looks that good..it should also be relatively fast. (like a 3/4 cam, ignition, etc.).

Ichi

[scunny]

putting a seat on that is going to be hard
my 2p..........how about a single saddle then finish it off with a nice old chrome fender