Author Topic: Air Filter & Stack Filter Kit for 550's & 750's / The end, see post #898, pg 36 (Read 201931 times)

Tintop · « **Reply #875 on:** February 02, 2013, 06:37:26 PM »

Quote from: dlhoulton on January 28, 2013, 03:44:57 PM

Tintop, sent you a PM.

Replied, apologies for the delay.

pjwalsh · « **Reply #876 on:** February 03, 2013, 03:55:34 AM »

Gady TT and Terry, what a read! I've just sat here and read all 36 pages (maybe skipped a few) on this air filter system, awesome work!

My questions are for Terry considering Im up in Sydney, Ive nearly got my cb750 k3 on the road which I cant wait for! It is stock as a rock right now but wanting to make some minor mods for now with out touching engine internals!
Did you finish the final testing Terry with the filter on the stock carbs?
Im am wanting to go as far as intake, exhaust and jetting for performance for now the rest will be minor cosmetic changes.

Hope you guys are well, thanks for all your knowledge and wisdom so far fellas!

Pat

Retro Rocket · « **Reply #877 on:** February 03, 2013, 03:18:59 PM »

Gday Pat, if yours is as stock as you say just keep the stock air filter box and use a freer flowing K&N filter, you can drill some more holes in the bottom of the airbox to let through more air if needed but i doubt it on a stocker, 4into1 and all...
I am a big fan of Brian's {TT} work but you don't really need it on your bike...IMO

pjwalsh · « **Reply #878 on:** February 03, 2013, 04:40:07 PM »

Gday RR, hope you guys are doin ok up there and thanks for the reply! I want to keep some originality to it but at the same time give it a little bit of a sportier look than the high bars and big couch seat. Ill ride it a while as is then see if it suits me the way it is!

Thanks, Pat

Retro Rocket · « **Reply #879 on:** February 03, 2013, 04:43:16 PM »

Quote from: pjwalsh on February 03, 2013, 04:40:07 PM

Gday RR, hope you guys are doin ok up there and thanks for the reply! I want to keep some originality to it but at the same time give it a little bit of a sportier look than the high bars and big couch seat. Ill ride it a while as is then see if it suits me the way it is!

Thanks, Pat

Hi Pat, apart from a few trees down we did OK. I like superbike bars on my Honda's, never did like the stock bars, only problem is that some of the cables can be too long when changing bars.... Superbike bars make the old Honda's look sportier too...

Retro Rocket · « **Reply #880 on:** February 03, 2013, 07:11:36 PM »

Quote from: pjwalsh on February 03, 2013, 06:44:21 PM

Sorry for going off topic, should I start a new thread???

I am going to start off with a set of drag bars first and see how I like them, Im also thinking about getting a new repro seat from ebay, what do you think of this one RR?

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/181066916408?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2648#ht_1239wt_947

Any reason why not? Oh and everything that comes off my bike will be stored away in case I ever want to make it original again!

We probably shouldn't be discussing this in Brian's thread . Those seats have been mentioned on the forum before, i seem to recall someone having problems with them but i can;'t say for sure, maybe search the site for "Vietnam ebay seats". Not trying to talk you out of it but they will be hard on your butt after around 10 minutes in the saddle, i know when i lived in Sydney we made regular rides through Maquarie pass down Woolongong way and Oran park and many other rides, national park as well, All sore butt territory with that seat, the stock seats are better if any miles are to be ridden....

On longer trips i put a sheep skin on the seat for more comfort {and to titillate any NZ riders i may meet}

Tintop · « **Reply #881 on:** February 05, 2013, 07:25:31 PM »

pjwalsh, since we're talking seats in the filter thread, I've got a seat for you. It's like the one in this link (gold lettering, never fitted) - http://www.ebay.com/itm/1969-1976-Honda-CB750-K0-K6-Cafe-Racer-complete-seat-/400321389266?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item5d3503a2d2&vxp=mtr

Not sure what it would cost to ship to OZ, weight's not an issue, just package size. It would use the stock mounting pieces from your original seat.

prov431 · « **Reply #882 on:** February 24, 2013, 09:30:42 PM »

Hello Brian,

I'm hoping you have an antipod set up for my '76 CB550 at hand, if so my only question is (and I read soooo many pages) I currently have a Carpy 4-1 exhaust, cheap pods and higher jetted mains...if that's not an issue and your filter system will improve my "just on throttle stumbles" I would love to order! I'd prefer red if available, second choice black.

I would be looking to use paypal & shipping is to Holiday, FL. USA. Looking forward to your reply / answer to my question.

Thanks,
Dan

prov431 · « **Reply #883 on:** March 01, 2013, 12:59:14 PM »

Anyone, bueller....bueller....bueller?

Brian, are you home? I sent you an email to the address on pg one of this thread...would love a filter set for my '76 CB550...

Thank you!

Retro Rocket · « **Reply #884 on:** March 01, 2013, 01:17:11 PM »

Brian has recently moved house so he may just be very busy, i know i hate moving. its a nightmare when you have heaps of projects and stuff....

Hummel · « **Reply #885 on:** March 01, 2013, 01:53:49 PM »

I also send a email and a message on this forum. But i Can want, but Would like to get confirmed on my order.

Tintop · « **Reply #886 on:** March 02, 2013, 02:41:30 PM »

RR is correct, my focus has been elsewere do to the move. Besides the just settling in, there's turning a garage into a workshop, while refurbishing the sidecar for the coming season. Apologies for the delay to responding.

1st...I don't have any stock, everything including the extra one for myself

, has been sold. It does sound like there is interest in another run though. The price will be the same ($255 + shipping), and the deposit is $120. Delivery is approximately 6 weeks from when I confirm the order with ITG.

If you are interested in a filter kit from the next order, please contact me by email with the following:
forum name & real name
model & carbs - eg 750k3 early carbs, or 550 with PD's
location (eg CA, MN, OR) for shipping cost ($15 USA, $30 outside NA)

Oh, Retro Rocket...sending the XS's rockers & shafts to Ken @ Cycle X to be coated. So they'll slide nicely over the new cam.

Retro Rocket · « **Reply #887 on:** March 02, 2013, 02:47:37 PM »

Quote from: Tintop on March 02, 2013, 02:41:30 PM

Oh, Retro Rocket...sending the XS's rockers & shafts to Ken @ Cycle X to be coated. So they'll slide nicely over the new cam.

Ken has some nice new gear for the 750 guys as well Brian, check out the new cam chain guide and rear wheel set up....

buckett · « **Reply #888 on:** March 05, 2013, 05:36:17 AM »

Quote from: pjwalsh on February 03, 2013, 06:44:21 PM

Sorry for going off topic, should I start a new thread???

I am going to start off with a set of drag bars first and see how I like them, Im also thinking about getting a new repro seat from ebay, what do you think of this one RR?

http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/181066916408?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2648#ht_1239wt_947

Any reason why not? Oh and everything that comes off my bike will be stored away in case I ever want to make it original again!

If you do decide to order the kit on the next run we should look at combining shipping as I'm in Sydney too!

buckett · « **Reply #889 on:** March 10, 2013, 07:09:06 AM »

Hey tintop

I sent you an email RE: set for a 500. but, like a total mug, didn't include any of the details you asked for above so I'll resend tomorrow.

woo

snowman · « **Reply #890 on:** March 10, 2013, 11:46:45 AM »

Tintop

PM sent

prov431 · « **Reply #891 on:** March 11, 2013, 05:05:05 PM »

Noob question...where do I get the model info for my carbs...i don't see much written on them besides the make kehien or however its spelled!

Tintop · « **Reply #892 on:** March 11, 2013, 06:08:49 PM »

If their 750 carbs and have accel pumps, they're the later ones (77/78). The 500 & 550 ones have the same OD & spacing.

prov431 · « **Reply #893 on:** March 12, 2013, 12:32:30 PM »

Quote from: Tintop on March 11, 2013, 06:08:49 PM

If their 750 carbs and have accel pumps, they're the later ones (77/78). The 500 & 550 ones have the same OD & spacing.

You lost me - I'm new to carb bikes! I have a 76 CB550 K ....does that help you determine what anti-pod set up I need or do you need something else off the carbs themselves?
Much appreciated!

Tintop · « **Reply #894 on:** March 12, 2013, 03:55:46 PM »

The 500 & 550 (all years) use the same kit. There are two different kits for the 750's.

prov431 · « **Reply #895 on:** March 12, 2013, 04:49:32 PM »

Thank you sir! I will get on the computer tomorrow and send my deposit and info......are you taking Paypal deposits to the email address on page one?

?

Anton · « **Reply #896 on:** April 15, 2013, 11:32:34 PM »

Hey there,

Brand new to this forum and was just reading up on your product here. Sounds great! I was almost gonna switch to pods from my stock air box until I saw this. By the sounds of things on this thread this filter system takes much less adjusting the carbs to get your bike running smooth than regular pods do??

If thats the case than put me down for a set, I hear the pods are a nightmare for tuning. Are you currently taking anymore orders for 550's?

spdygnzlz · « **Reply #897 on:** April 16, 2013, 12:33:16 AM »

Tintop, I've got a 550frame with a 550/650 hybrid motor running 750 carbs. Any chance this will fit? I can't remember where you posted it in this thread but how long is the antipod for the 750?

I would love it if this setup fits my bike...

Thanks!

Tintop · « **Reply #898 on:** April 16, 2013, 08:14:28 AM »

Bad news / Good news

First I want to thanks all those who have supported this endeavour. The bad news...I've decided to stop supplying the filter kits. My costs have gone up again, and I can no longer justify the upfront out of pocket expense. The reality is I was underwater on the last order. With the move, starting to get some shop space setup, and prepping the sidecar for the coming season there are no funds available to continue.

The good news for those who want to DIY. Paul @ http://classicmotorcyclesolutions.com/ can/will continue to make the stacks available for the 500 / 550, & both versions of the 750 carbs (early & 77/78 PD's). You can contact him directly through his web site.

'edit' Sept 6/13 - I have contacted ITG (Andy Jackson: andy.jackson@itgairfilters.com ),and they will make filters on an individual bases - the P/N's are as follows: for the CB500/550 #JCJNBR/45, and for the CB750 #JCJNBR/55. At the present time these will come with an un-drilled back plate. I'll post drilling information shortly to this post. Orders from Europe will ship from ITG directly, orders from else where will come from the local distributor.

'edit' Sept 9/13 -
Canadian contact - Jon Nichols, email: jon@jonnichols.com
USA contact - Gary Donahoe, email: info@coastfab.com

Drilling info - 1st you need to mark to horizontal centre line on the back plate, and find the centre point of this line. For the 500/550's you need to mark a 2nd line 8mm above the first, this is your drill line for these. The hole spacing is the same for all versions: 75mm between 1&2 / 80mm between 2&3 / 75mm between 3&4. Start by marking the centre of holes 2&3 (40mm each way from centre point). Hole sizes - 500/550 41mm / early 750 carbs 44mm / 750 PD carbs 48mm.

Brian / tintop

spdygnzlz · « **Reply #899 on:** April 16, 2013, 10:43:05 AM »

Tintop,

That makes me sad! So thankful though for all the work you put into the product. Do you know if ITG is still willing to make the filters and what their minimum order quantity would be? I'll have to go back through this whole thread and get all the details!

Thanks again!

News:

Author Topic: Air Filter & Stack Filter Kit for 550's & 750's / The end, see post #898, pg 36 (Read 201931 times)