Author Topic: What did you do to your bike today ? (Read 3257522 times)

dave500 · « **Reply #12200 on:** October 05, 2012, 08:15:32 PM »

the trolley survived ok terry,i threw a rag over the wheel before i used sand,it stops much better,i can almost lock the front on a panic stop it seems,i didnt touch the pads they are still good,ill see what its like in a few weeks.

750K · « **Reply #12201 on:** October 05, 2012, 09:25:10 PM »

I finally got my #3 carb to stop barfing gas and hold a proper float level, about goddam time too...

marknpb · « **Reply #12202 on:** October 05, 2012, 10:24:24 PM »

I only received one quote from the two places that do coating near me. Unfortunately this was from the place that does NOT offer ceramic coating. They have a "ceramic-like" coating that supposedly is a good thermal insulator and they will coat the outside AND inside of the pipes for $200. Sounds a bit high to me...but that includes cleaning, degreasing, and blasting the rust off the old pipes too, so labor may make it just about right.

I hope to hear from the REAL ceramic coater soon and get their quote.

Mister Gumby · « **Reply #12203 on:** October 05, 2012, 10:59:59 PM »

Made a frowny face

Paul Lowe · « **Reply #12204 on:** October 06, 2012, 05:35:23 AM »

New shocks and new tires Big difference.

Had to ride the new tired in Mrs....

strynboen · « **Reply #12205 on:** October 06, 2012, 05:55:02 AM »

got a 500 twin...

all hate it..but i like it..but a bit rough..kompeared to the 550 four...but most hardware are the same,,,on both

thebearded1 · « **Reply #12206 on:** October 06, 2012, 09:01:14 AM »

Polished my rear shocks and painted the springs, replaced the engine bolts with ss allens, now i'm working on building a tailight

Brown Bomber · « **Reply #12207 on:** October 06, 2012, 09:33:40 AM »

Quote from: strynboen on October 06, 2012, 05:55:02 AM

got a 500 twin...

all hate it..but i like it..but a bit rough..kompeared to the 550 four...but most hardware are the same,,,on both

Good for you! I love my 500T. It's been a fun bike.

piute · « **Reply #12208 on:** October 06, 2012, 10:00:34 AM »

Through the wk. new front same type(K761-Dual Sport-100/90H-19),self mount N statric bal..Old/new Tire was cupping in wear?
Tryed 16 T (stk.630 chain)going to stay with 15 T (stk.14T way to low).Need new Chain BAD think when batt overflowed(twice boil over)ruined my "O"rings,but then again is 35 yr's old.
So TODAY were going to relaxe N just clean up and hope it warms up(Mid-West)

dhall57 · « **Reply #12209 on:** October 06, 2012, 10:14:55 AM »

Took the 750KO out for the first time since putting a new chain, sprockets, and rear wheel bearings in. Checks out good so I'm happy

70CB750 · « **Reply #12210 on:** October 06, 2012, 11:18:49 AM »

Finished braking in new BT45s. Wow, I would never believe I could feel the difference with new tires.

Also put in 7 heat plugs just to test them - the idle speed fully warmed jumped 400 rpm. I will go back to heat 8.

fire113 · « **Reply #12211 on:** October 06, 2012, 12:23:58 PM »

...started the next two sets of gauges.

MCRider · « **Reply #12212 on:** October 06, 2012, 01:30:28 PM »

Quote from: piute on October 06, 2012, 10:00:34 AM

Through the wk. new front same type(K761-Dual Sport-100/90H-19),self mount N statric bal..Old/new Tire was cupping in wear?
Tryed 16 T (stk.630 chain)going to stay with 15 T (stk.14T way to low).Need new Chain BAD think when batt overflowed(twice boil over)ruined my "O"rings,but then again is 35 yr's old.
So TODAY were going to relaxe N just clean up and hope it warms up(Mid-West)

Might want to escalate the priority on that chain.
http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=102388.0

CycleRanger · « **Reply #12213 on:** October 06, 2012, 01:40:44 PM »

Quote from: strynboen on October 06, 2012, 05:55:02 AM

got a 500 twin...

all hate it..but i like it..but a bit rough..kompeared to the 550 four...but most hardware are the same,,,on both

You'll love it more with a better seat and front fender.

Cut · « **Reply #12214 on:** October 06, 2012, 02:22:21 PM »

Installed new seat cover on my CB550K1. Tight Fit Seats out of the U.K. makes a great replica.

DJ_AX · « **Reply #12215 on:** October 06, 2012, 03:06:08 PM »

Wet sanded and painted another coat on the frame.

jesus freek · « **Reply #12216 on:** October 06, 2012, 03:14:14 PM »

A guy here in town found my Craigslist List add for my titled CB750 frame. I was asking 100.00 bucks,we talked alittle and it so happens he wrenches on these ol bikes and asked if there was something I needed for mine. I joked and said a 4 into 1 exhaust. Well here's what I traded. He says its a Kerker,there are no markings and no baffle,but I do believe him. He knows his stuff,and has a very impressive collection. You guys be the judge. I think I did well. You might be wondering what use he has for the frame. He's mounting a Tracey body kit to it. Very kool piece!

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jesus freek · « **Reply #12217 on:** October 06, 2012, 03:15:05 PM »

Pic 2

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piute · « **Reply #12218 on:** October 06, 2012, 06:23:18 PM »

Quote from: MCRider on October 06, 2012, 01:30:28 PM

Quote from: piute on October 06, 2012, 10:00:34 AM
Through the wk. new front same type(K761-Dual Sport-100/90H-19),self mount N statric bal..Old/new Tire was cupping in wear?
Tryed 16 T (stk.630 chain)going to stay with 15 T (stk.14T way to low).Need new Chain BAD think when batt overflowed(twice boil over)ruined my "O"rings,but then again is 35 yr's old.
So TODAY were going to relaxe N just clean up and hope it warms up(Mid-West)
Might want to escalate the priority on that chain.
http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php?topic=102388.0

YOU THEEMAN, MC
THX bike will be parked till new chain comes in well lets say wont be leaving town or over 40m.p.h.,Have had chain break on my ole Shovel .So my asumtion may be right and may have happened before cause had an el-cheapo batt when bought last year.

captain hopeless · « **Reply #12219 on:** October 07, 2012, 12:13:19 AM »

Went on three test rides. The first two rides she struggled to hit 60mph; on the third ride, with a clean #1 spark plug, the little 350F was finally running on all four cylinders and very eager accelerating through 70-80mph

Felt like it might pull through to 100 on the speedo.

fire113 · « **Reply #12220 on:** October 07, 2012, 01:52:48 PM »

...finished one set of gauges.

FrankenFrankenstuff · « **Reply #12221 on:** October 07, 2012, 01:56:46 PM »

I put the....will just post pics later.

DJ_AX · « **Reply #12222 on:** October 07, 2012, 03:38:49 PM »

Had to put in an order with HondaKeys.com

JamesM · « **Reply #12223 on:** October 07, 2012, 05:40:52 PM »

Quote from: DJ_AX on October 07, 2012, 03:38:49 PM

Had to put in an order with HondaKeys.com

That sucks, but thanks for the link! I've been looking for a place to get a new key.

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I cut/sectioned/bent/welded my seat rails 2.5" lower today to put my seat at a much better looking angle. Next up is relocating my top shock mounts into the corner of where the rails now meet.

FrankenFrankenstuff · « **Reply #12224 on:** October 07, 2012, 06:17:39 PM »

^^^^JamesM^^^^^^^I really like that bike^^^^^
we have the same taste in wheels.
I put on bags, petcock, and some custom exhaust flanges.

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