Author Topic: CB550 Cafe build - 1st bike build, but not 1st build (Read 196985 times)

BruceDeuce · « **Reply #550 on:** February 09, 2011, 01:42:24 PM »

Ive got a 03 Deuce not one problem has 35,000 on it. Had a panhead as well with over 150,000 miles on it just as reliable as a cb. Its all how you take care of them. A real biker loves em all.

Tintop · « **Reply #551 on:** February 09, 2011, 02:25:31 PM »

The rules required a drip pan, but it seems the bike guys ignored this. And yes Syscrush, figured if I was going to have a pan it should have a mirror to show off the underside. Next time no pan, but a much bigger mirror.

scroggins5000 · « **Reply #552 on:** February 15, 2011, 09:42:08 AM »

Your bike turned out great. It's definitely inspirational! I think I may have to go with a similar oil filter relocation from Terry now... How much does a set up like that cost?

FrankenFrankenstuff · « **Reply #553 on:** February 15, 2011, 09:48:09 AM »

Quote from: Tintop on February 09, 2011, 02:25:31 PM

The rules required a drip pan, but it seems the bike guys ignored this. And yes Syscrush, figured if I was going to have a pan it should have a mirror to show off the underside. Next time no pan, but a much bigger mirror.

I could have engraved you that logo in the same stuff as the mirror coaster. Maybe for the next show.

Tintop · « **Reply #554 on:** February 15, 2011, 10:36:50 AM »

Quote from: Frankenstuff on February 15, 2011, 09:48:09 AM

Quote from: Tintop on February 09, 2011, 02:25:31 PM
The rules required a drip pan, but it seems the bike guys ignored this. And yes Syscrush, figured if I was going to have a pan it should have a mirror to show off the underside. Next time no pan, but a much bigger mirror.

I could have engraved you that logo in the same stuff as the mirror coaster. Maybe for the next show.

That's a definite possiblity Frankenstuff, great idea.

Quote from: scroggins5000 on February 15, 2011, 09:42:08 AM

Your bike turned out great. It's definitely inspirational! I think I may have to go with a similar oil filter relocation from Terry now... How much does a set up like that cost?

You will have to contact Terry to get a price. Keep in mind that he only supplies to alloy bits, you will have to source the hoses.

Bamboozler · « **Reply #555 on:** February 15, 2011, 09:44:57 PM »

Hot damn, fantastic craftsmanship and attention to detail on your build! Love the trick little bits throughout the bike, and the turn around time is impressive. Enjoyed looking and reading through your project!

(edited to add, PM sent Godffery, thx)

Godffery · « **Reply #556 on:** February 16, 2011, 08:16:40 AM »

Quote from: Bamboozler on February 15, 2011, 09:44:57 PM

Hot damn, fantastic craftsmanship and attention to detail on your build! Love the trick little bits throughout the bike, and the turn around time is impressive. Enjoyed looking and reading through your project!

Yha, + 1 on the build time; Impressive in deed...!!!

BTW Bamboozer, I see your a Wisconsin boy, have you hooked up with the Mil'Vin'Moto?
http://milvinmoto.com/

Tintop · « **Reply #557 on:** February 16, 2011, 03:45:01 PM »

Quote from: Bamboozler on February 15, 2011, 09:44:57 PM

Hot damn, fantastic craftsmanship and attention to detail on your build! Love the trick little bits throughout the bike, and the turn around time is impressive. Enjoyed looking and reading through your project!

Thanks Bamboozler & Godffrey, glad you enjoyed the read. There was about 1 1/2 - 2 years planning, aquiring parts and finding sources. The actual build & assembly happened quickly (sort of) because of that.

Raef · « **Reply #558 on:** February 16, 2011, 03:53:25 PM »

Even faster had you kept your hand out of places it shouldn't be...

How is it doing these days, any problems with the cold?

Well I can't wait to see the next project

Mark

Tintop · « **Reply #559 on:** February 16, 2011, 04:13:11 PM »

Quote from: raef on February 16, 2011, 03:53:25 PM

Even faster had you kept your hand out of places it shouldn't be...
How is it doing these days, any problems with the cold?
Well I can't wait to see the next project

Mark

Thanks for asking raef, the hand is coming along very well. The 2nd operation gave me a whole bunch more movement, but strength is very slow to rebuild. As for the cold, in a word - yes. It is very sensitive to temperature change.

As for the next project. I'm going to rebuild the 750 K3 basket case next. It didn't come with any;), so it will get a front end (GL), new seat, and a refurbished tank. Also plan to freshen the engine. It's the 2nd 750 project that will be fun. More on that later.

Tintop · « **Reply #560 on:** February 19, 2011, 04:15:09 PM »

Didn't get to use this in CA, but installed it today. Frankenstuff back plate, and the blue stacks.

Tintop · « **Reply #561 on:** February 20, 2011, 12:38:27 PM »

Thought I should post this here 1st, for all those who have been following this thread.

And yes it was cold!

OK, so why is this not opening up?

..... Ahh, thanks TipperT!

This works - http://youtu.be/awgqtl-yBU0

cwchan · « **Reply #562 on:** February 20, 2011, 01:16:37 PM »

nice!!

underachiever · « **Reply #563 on:** February 20, 2011, 03:08:02 PM »

Nice to finally hear that! Sounds super.

tony

Retro Rocket · « **Reply #564 on:** February 20, 2011, 03:27:15 PM »

Sounds like she idles well with the "antipod".....Have you taken it for a decent ride yet.? The snow on the ground tells me you probably haven't....Sounds great....

Mick

Tintop · « **Reply #565 on:** February 20, 2011, 03:43:44 PM »

Quote from: Retro Rocket on February 20, 2011, 03:27:15 PM

Sounds like she idles well with the "antipod".....Have you taken it for a decent ride yet.? The snow on the ground tells me you probably haven't....Sounds great....

Mick

The idle seems to be quite good. There is an air leak at #4 intake boot (carb end) that has appeared.

That's causing a slight hunting in the idle. It does appear to be very clean from off idle, through the transition. Probably still a bit lean at the top though. 'The ride', was about 50 feet to the trailer. However I do know that it shifts.

Retro Rocket · « **Reply #566 on:** February 20, 2011, 03:45:14 PM »

So, when you going to work your magic on a 750.?.....

Mick

Tintop · « **Reply #567 on:** February 20, 2011, 03:59:20 PM »

Quote from: Retro Rocket on February 20, 2011, 03:45:14 PM

So, when you going to work your magic on a 750.?.....

Mick

Already started collecting the parts.

Denis will be making two frames, one for the 550 race bike, and one for a 750 street bike.

Retro Rocket · « **Reply #568 on:** February 20, 2011, 04:13:17 PM »

Nice, forgot about Dennis and his frames....Keep us posted....

Mick

Tintop · « **Reply #569 on:** February 21, 2011, 01:16:27 PM »

Quote from: Retro Rocket on February 20, 2011, 04:13:17 PM

Nice, forgot about Dennis and his frames....Keep us posted....

Mick

I've got a K3 to put together 1st Mick. It's supplying the frame for the mono frame jig's mounting points. Should have it back by April. Just getting the last of the main parts together. Then the cleaning, refinishing starts. I'll start a thread for it soon. The Curtis 750 frame will be getting some interesting parts, including a displacement increase, and trick front end.

More on that soon. I have most of the stuff needed to make the 550 race bike a rolling chassis now (most needs refinishing

), and a 550 engine to build up($'s

). Both those projects though are going to take some time to complete properly.

Retro Rocket · « **Reply #570 on:** February 21, 2011, 02:18:38 PM »

Quote

Both those projects though are going to take some time to complete properly.

I hear you mate......

Mick

Zaipai · « **Reply #571 on:** February 22, 2011, 06:24:01 PM »

Quote from: Tintop on February 20, 2011, 12:38:27 PM

Thought I should post this here 1st, for all those who have been following this thread. And yes it was cold!

OK, so why is this not opening up? ..... Ahh, thanks TipperT!

This works - http://youtu.be/awgqtl-yBU0

Awesome sounding!!!!

.: Scott :.

Tintop · « **Reply #572 on:** February 22, 2011, 06:43:15 PM »

Still needs some jetting work, and baffles are going to be a must unfortunately.

Zaipai · « **Reply #573 on:** February 22, 2011, 07:55:17 PM »

I know, and I would have to have them as well. However I would ride it around for as long as I could with out the baffles before putting them on. It sounds really mean that way!

.: Scott :.

Tintop · « **Reply #574 on:** February 22, 2011, 08:01:59 PM »

I'd do that, except the police station is about a block away. Don't think the fun would last very long.

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Author Topic: CB550 Cafe build - 1st bike build, but not 1st build (Read 196985 times)