Topic: What did you do to your bike today ?

[InAquaVeritas]

Beware of skunk. I have heard it's very powerful 

The cuteness is indeed strong in this one!


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[evanphi]

Bummer about the clamp! Too bad he doesn't offer single ones for situations like this!

Can you elaborate on the 2/3 dynamic? What's the effect and is it possible with electronic ignition?


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Dynamic timing with a timing light. I ran out of adjustment, so based on this:

The first 'clue' here is" you have a K2 and the points plate is new manufacture. Check for "looseness" in the whole plate against the ridge that is supposed to center it. I recently bought an OEM (TEC brand) plate set, and the diameter of the plate is slightly small on int. I had to lift the plate upward toward the top "ridge" and set a feeler gage in the bottom lip (to hold it there) while adjusting things. This worked out well in the end, and I cinched the screws down like that.

The gap: it can range .012" to .016". Usually with the TEC sets, they come in around .014" to .015" when thy "hit the marks". I usually set them with a .014" gage statically, then run a timing light on them to find the "F" marks by adjusting gaps "live". Afterward I make sure they fall within the .012"-.016" spec.

I got it right on the F mark, but I forgot to double check the gap with a feeler, and it looked smaller than the 1/4 gap.

Electronic ignition... no idea! I don't use one.

[DaveBarbier]

Pretty bummed about that, since now I have to find ONE stainless hose clamp with rolled edges. Balls.

Have you checked McMaster Carr? Not sure what size you need but hopefully this link works. Wait, I just realized that you want a single clamp...oh well, I'll post this anyway.

http://www.mcmaster.com/#smooth-band-hose-clamps/=wwsvsm


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[eigenvector]

Found out one of the bigger disadvantages of a 4 in 2 exhaust - you have to sort out which pipe goes to which cylinder.  I gave up after about 15 minutes of the cat trying to 'help' me and threats of rain.

Try again tomorrow.

[drkush]

Baked on spray paint (mate Black)


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I was thinking of doing the same, any pitfalls? With the screw and tiny holes on those carbs.


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Not realy, just make sure they are all plugged real well, do a few real lite coats till covered and baked at 225 for about 25 mins


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[rocs]

Received my breadbox air box today. Vintage one through eBay. It even includes the original rubber stacks, but they've hardened up a bit. Might replace them. Needs an extra layer of perforated metal to wedge some filter foam and tape to close off the sides.
Stripping the chrome and painting it flat black, like the engine.



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Nice! How much did it run you? I got one off eBay a few months back for around $50 shipped i beleive. I also was going to paint mine black (Not sure if flat, semi gloss, or gloss) to match an engine as well.

Keep me updated!

[evanphi]

Less bike, more electronics. Mic starts to clip at around 80km/h...

[InAquaVeritas]

Received my breadbox air box today. Vintage one through eBay. It even includes the original rubber stacks, but they've hardened up a bit. Might replace them. Needs an extra layer of perforated metal to wedge some filter foam and tape to close off the sides.
Stripping the chrome and painting it flat black, like the engine.



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Nice! How much did it run you? I got one off eBay a few months back for around $50 shipped i beleive. I also was going to paint mine black (Not sure if flat, semi gloss, or gloss) to match an engine as well.

Keep me updated!

Great deal! I got mine for $120,- inc shipping. Was the only one on the whole wide web I could find. $30,- shipping to the Netherlands.

Sanded all the chrome, 100-180-400 grit and wiped it down. Using Berner paint, really nice cover in the first spray. Apparently heat resistant as my engine rebuilder used it on my engine without problems.

Made a McGyver spray booth in my garage, works really well!








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@InAquaVeritas

Looks great! Cant wait to see it all assembled.

[maduncle]

People are after original breadboxes?

I have one in the parts box, might be a bit rusty, I may just have to pull it out and chuck it on eBay.

[Retro Rocket]

People are after original breadboxes?

I have one in the parts box, might be a bit rusty, I may just have to pull it out and chuck it on eBay.

Pm me a price on the breadbox Cliff, doesn't matter if its got surface rust, ..

[seanbarney41]

I just put a breadbox on my f0...and am really impressed.  With light green UNI foam sheet trimmed to fit it runs great...120 mains, airscrews 1/2 turn out, all other settings stock except for a properly baffled 4-1, it has perfect part throttle response.  It  does seem to want a little more choke for longer than the stock airbox, but it is still cold here in Michigan.

[DaveBarbier]

Went for a nice ride around the reservoir. Still a little chilly, especially when it's cloudy. Bike feels really great. Sometimes though...happened twice... the bike shuts off when I come to a stop. Almost always when I slow to pull into my driveway and every so often at a light or stop sign. Idle is about 1,100 or 1,200.

Also, building a new seat. Round bar skeleton. Maybe this week I'll skin it with sheet steel. Yes, it's very Kott-esque. He makes nice looking seats.




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[Tews19]

Great skills Dave. Seat looks nice. How much do you think it will cost to make?

[DaveBarbier]

Great skills Dave. Seat looks nice. How much do you think it will cost to make?

Thanks dude. You mean in terms of materials? Not much so far. 1/4" rod and 18ga steel is pretty cheap. Something like $30 so far maybe...that doesn't include the English wheel or ring roller I had to buy for this project though, haha. But I'm a firm believer in gathering as many tools as possible to help fabricating.


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[fastbroshi]

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1978 Honda CB550K

Dave,  I noticed you've mounted rearsets almost exactly where I'm planning on running mine.  If you don't mind me asking, how tall are you and what's your inseam measurement? 

[DaveBarbier]

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1978 Honda CB550K

Dave,  I noticed you've mounted rearsets almost exactly where I'm planning on running mine.  If you don't mind me asking, how tall are you and what's your inseam measurement?

Blood type and sperm count too? Haha

I'm 5'6" and inseam is 31". It fits pretty well, but if it was any farther back it would be uncomfortable.


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1978 Honda CB550K

[InAquaVeritas]

Also, building a new seat. Round bar skeleton. Maybe this week I'll skin it with sheet steel. Yes, it's very Kott-esque. He makes nice looking seats.




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1978 Honda CB550K

Looks super clean! Great metal work.


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[DaveBarbier]

Also, building a new seat. Round bar skeleton. Maybe this week I'll skin it with sheet steel. Yes, it's very Kott-esque. He makes nice looking seats.




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1978 Honda CB550K

Looks super clean! Great metal work.


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Thanks!


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1978 Honda CB550K

[HondaMan]

Mine's gonna get new tank rubbers today!
Good rubber's always helpful...

[DaveBarbier]

Mine's gonna get new tank rubbers today!
Good rubber's always helpful...

Ain't that the truth


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1978 Honda CB550K

[rickman750]

My niece made some stickers for you TS 250X. 
The "S"s and my name on the front and rear guards.

[InAquaVeritas]

Also, building a new seat. Round bar skeleton. Maybe this week I'll skin it with sheet steel. Yes, it's very Kott-esque. He makes nice looking seats.




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1978 Honda CB550K

Looks super clean! Great metal work.


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[InAquaVeritas]

Almost finished painting the bread box.


Have to sand down two small drips and coat it with a last coat.

Also, reminder to self: don't leave your toolbox open and on the floor when there 7 untrained puppies running around...



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[strynboen]

SHEISE...