Author Topic: My project thus far. "Elsa" (Read 84322 times)

mystic_1 · « **Reply #25 on:** March 04, 2009, 02:43:01 PM »

Heh, struts. Old school.

You can get new ones from CycleX if you like them (blech!)

When I first got my 750 it had struts with little springs that allowed maybe an inch of movement, just enough to let the bike wind up before kicking you in the ass.

Those went away with a quickness.

mystic_1

Really? · « **Reply #26 on:** March 04, 2009, 02:48:54 PM »

Please explain the first tag for this thread, lol.

mystic_1 · « **Reply #27 on:** March 04, 2009, 02:52:39 PM »

When I hear that phrase, I think Jamie Lee Curtis in Halloween, she more-or-less defined the term.

mystic_1

Inkscars · « **Reply #28 on:** March 04, 2009, 02:59:16 PM »

Oh these are nuked as soon as i can find some of these at a decent price

They're going to suck. hahaha

(img stolen from industrial cafe/manchicken)

Inkscars · « **Reply #29 on:** March 04, 2009, 03:04:53 PM »

Quote from: GigaWhiskey on March 04, 2009, 02:48:54 PM

Please explain the first tag for this thread, lol.

The first time I heard a SOHC honda fly past me, the only thing I could think of to describe the sound was "SCREAM"
I name all my vehicles after women, (cause that's wht they are, time consuming, manipulative, and finicky.) hahaha
Anyway. the paint scheme on my tank was black with stripes up the side. I then dubbed her Elsa. After Elsa Lanchester (see image)
Back in her day, she was called, " The Scream Queen"

See the resemblence? hehe.

Ecosse · « **Reply #30 on:** March 04, 2009, 04:46:15 PM »

Very cool Inkscars!

As a kid I thought she was hot... even with the stitches. Is that wrong?

Anyway, dig the name and how ya got it. Maybe this will supply a way cool future paint job?

SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan · « **Reply #31 on:** March 04, 2009, 04:56:50 PM »

Nice K7. Looking forward to seeing it evolve.

MickeyX · « **Reply #32 on:** March 04, 2009, 07:55:40 PM »

Nice build so far. Don't let Kit anywhere near your carbs.

;D

Yup, that's a Spitfire. They're tubeless but you can use them with tubes too. I have one tube and one not on my Harley. The back one just wouldn't bead (can you say bottom of the stack tire?) so we had to use a tube. Works just fine and I really like the tire overall. I can recommend it highly.

Can't wait to see what you do with the bike.

MickeyX · « **Reply #33 on:** March 04, 2009, 08:17:55 PM »

I know I melt a bit in my shorts everytime she comes near me, but I don't think that's what you were referring to.

Some advice... don't use ether in your airbox. And if you do, don't text your SO while they are in the middle of a surgery case, telling them you just set the cycle on fire. And then take another 10 minutes to add that, "oh... it's okay now, I put it out. you can hardly tell."

hehe. She's so cute (and expensive) when she's getting bikey.

So what made you decide on a CB? Is this your first bike?

Ecosse · « **Reply #34 on:** March 04, 2009, 08:57:57 PM »

Inkscars,

I hope those grips aren't real zebra hide; don't make me sic PETA on ya! They actually look as hard as a rock... what's the deal with them?

BTW: I envy you parts scrounging abilities.

Inkscars · « **Reply #35 on:** March 05, 2009, 06:02:02 AM »

Quote from: MickeyX on March 04, 2009, 08:17:55 PM

So what made you decide on a CB? Is this your first bike?

She is my first.
It's a little story and it goes like this;

I worked at a small engine shop when I was 19 or so. We worked strictly on Stihl and Honda
(lawnmowers, weed eaters, ATVs, etc)
I wanted a Honda because I knew I could work on them. Christ I was paid well to put out mowers and I did it, very well.
Anyway, after frequenting car shows for several years I noticed that the Honda bikes could look anyway the owner wanted them to. Cafe, Cruiser, Rat, street fighter. I just thought they were awesome. So, I began my search for a little 350 to learn on and turn cafe but the sale fell through. I was heart broken, I posted an ad on craigslist looking for one and this is what I got. One. single. lonely little email.

** CRAIGSLIST ADVISORY --- AVOID SCAMS BY DEALING LOCALLY
** Avoid: wiring money, cross-border deals, work-at-home
** Beware: cashier checks, money orders, escrow, shipping
** More Info: http://www.craigslist.org/about/scams.html

Would you consider a CB750?

Will Gibson

So.. I did. My friend and I drove about 45 minutes to look at it. Talked him down a hundred dollars and I went back the next day and got it.
She turned out to be $250.00 dollars cheaper than the 350 I almost got and everything was there.
I think everything turned out for the better.

Inkscars · « **Reply #36 on:** March 05, 2009, 06:07:28 AM »

Quote from: Ecosse on March 04, 2009, 08:57:57 PM

Inkscars,

I hope those grips aren't real zebra hide; don't make me sic PETA on ya! They actually look as hard as a rock... what's the deal with them?

BTW: I envy you parts scrounging abilities.

They are Harris grips, not real zebra. hehe. I actually wanted leopard print but couldn't find any so I settled. I'm not sure what context "hard as a rock" was supposed to be in.

I just didn't like the stock handlebar grips. The zebras do have squishy fins in them, but I wasn't going for comfort.
BTW, my parts scrounging abilities are amazing. I got the tank and grips for "xmas". I asked for a helmet, those grips, and some riding gloves. Instead I got the brown gasktank, handlebar grips and a video game.
Overall I'd say I came out on top.
You think that's at all impressive, you shoulda seen "Francine" my 70 Nova. THAT was hilarious.

Really? · « **Reply #37 on:** March 05, 2009, 06:15:11 AM »

Something rare I think here, a gamer!

MickeyX · « **Reply #38 on:** March 05, 2009, 06:20:49 AM »

Not that you need reminding, but that is a lot of bike to "learn on".

Have you taken your MSF course yet? I recommend it highly, even if you have been riding dirtbikes or whatever for years. I've ridden since I was 4, had street bikes, dirtbikes, go carts (who needs brakes?), etc. I took it again last year (after many years away) and I feel I am a better, safer, more attentive rider now. It's something you can go do, get out of the way, while you're waiting on the bike to get finished. You'll have your endorsement which gives you a chance to take some others for a spin in the meantime.

Don't forget about your chain and sprockets. People abuse those like you wouldn't believe.

Inkscars · « **Reply #39 on:** March 05, 2009, 06:47:32 AM »

Quote from: MickeyX on March 05, 2009, 06:20:49 AM

Have you taken your MSF course yet?

Don't forget about your chain and sprockets. People abuse those like you wouldn't believe.

I've already got my chain and gears off. I had to pull it when I took the rear wheel off. I was looking for a master link and couldn't find one, so I took the gear shroud off I found about a pound of dirt in there. I've have my chain drying from a 2 day parts bath.

No, I've not taken the course. The soonest I can get in is april 10th and I'll have to take off work because they dont have weekend classes until late may and that's simply unnacceptable.
I realize the bike has a larger engine and is heavier than I would've liked it to have been, but, I'll be fine.
I don't plan on doing any idiot manuevers and I'll be wearing gear so, Wish me luck. I'll be a good girl. Scouts honor.

Frankenkit · « **Reply #40 on:** March 05, 2009, 06:56:41 AM »

also don't forget the grease zerk (s) at the swingarm. Sometimes they get stopped up with crap. I'm not sure what your '78 has, mine is a screw-in that I had to unscrew (upside down and sideways under the bike) and pump fulla WD-40 before I could get it flowing. Then I could finally screw it back in and pumped grease into the swingarm until I was relatively confident I'd purged all the old crap. (also peanut-butter colored) Most folks on here tend to recommend high-pressure application grease like bearing grease, but others go with general purpose just fine, too.

Duke McDukiedook · « **Reply #41 on:** March 05, 2009, 07:19:41 AM »

Quote from: Inkscars on March 05, 2009, 06:47:32 AM

Quote from: MickeyX on March 05, 2009, 06:20:49 AM

Have you taken your MSF course yet?

Don't forget about your chain and sprockets. People abuse those like you wouldn't believe.

I've already got my chain and gears off. I had to pull it when I took the rear wheel off. I was looking for a master link and couldn't find one, so I took the gear shroud off I found about a pound of dirt in there. I've have my chain drying from a 2 day parts bath.

No, I've not taken the course. The soonest I can get in is april 10th and I'll have to take off work because they dont have weekend classes until late may and that's simply unnacceptable.
I realize the bike has a larger engine and is heavier than I would've liked it to have been, but, I'll be fine.
I don't plan on doing any idiot manuevers and I'll be wearing gear so, Wish me luck. I'll be a good girl. Scouts honor.

Hey Ink,

Did you look into taking the MSF course at KCKCC? The course is cheaper and there are usually more openings than the one in Olathe. Plus, from what I hear the instructor at Olathe is kinda mean to his students.

Inkscars · « **Reply #42 on:** March 05, 2009, 07:25:05 AM »

Quote from: Dukiedook on March 05, 2009, 07:19:41 AM

Hey Ink,

Did you look into taking the MSF course at KCKCC? The course is cheaper and there are usually more openings than the one in Olathe. Plus, from what I hear the instructor at Olathe is kinda mean to his students.

I was down at Cyclops talking to Lepisto and the Olathe guy happened to come in while i was there bull#$%*ting. He can be mean, he supposedly kicked my foster mom out of the course cause she was a danger to herself and other people. He was very friendly to me. We'll see what happens. If it'll save me money, I'll go to the Kckcc one for sure. thanks!

Duke McDukiedook · « **Reply #43 on:** March 05, 2009, 08:28:02 AM »

yeah, Jim is a hoot, fun to talk to. Here is the lnk to the KCKCC course- the guys and class were great and the waiting list is shorter then the Olathe and it's cheaper!

http://kansascity.augusoft.net/index.cfm?fuseaction=1011&CategoryID=3&SubCategoryID=21

HavocTurbo · « **Reply #44 on:** March 05, 2009, 10:24:54 AM »

2day parts bath?? For your chain? Is it a standard roller? Cuz anything else should just be tossed and replaced. Especially after sitting in any kind of solvent.

Inkscars · « **Reply #45 on:** March 05, 2009, 10:39:32 AM »

Quote from: HavocTurbo on March 05, 2009, 10:24:54 AM

Is it a standard roller?

Just an old standard, sucker doesn't even have a master link. I'd like to get an o or x chain, but somehow I'm broke right now.

It'll have to wait. I know metals the only thing you can leave in a parts dip. It's just a parts basket anyway.

HavocTurbo · « **Reply #46 on:** March 05, 2009, 10:41:38 AM »

Sorry. I didn't mean to say it like you didn't know.

It's just that it's been a long time since I've even heard let alone seen someone dip their chain.

My bust.

Frankenkit · « **Reply #47 on:** March 05, 2009, 11:05:36 AM »

I just asked proper procedure between lubings, if I spray lube on, and that's it, or if I need to clean, then lube, like on a bicycle chain. As it is, I haven't ridden the bike enough yet to need to lube the chain, but I'm curious, and their answer made me moreso, but I do apologize for hijacking Ink's thread...

Inkscars · « **Reply #48 on:** March 05, 2009, 01:50:10 PM »

Quote from: HavocTurbo on March 05, 2009, 10:41:38 AM

Sorry. I didn't mean to say it like you didn't know.

It's just that it's been a long time since I've even heard let alone seen someone dip their chain.

My bust.

No offense taken. I didn't want to dip it, but it had alot of packed grease on it that might've been older than me.

Duke McDukiedook · « **Reply #49 on:** March 05, 2009, 01:55:56 PM »

If it looks line an original chain, replace it and the sprockets.
Eventually it will start kinking or break on you and you don't want that.
Plus, materials for chains have gotten a lot better over the past 30 years.

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Author Topic: My project thus far. "Elsa" (Read 84322 times)