Author Topic: If it works good, it looks good...right? (Read 37102 times)

seanbarney41 · « **Reply #275 on:** February 14, 2016, 07:17:47 AM »

Here is the top triple that SlikWilli420 made for me.

DSCN0902 by Sean Barney, on Flickr
I bought Tarrozi offset clipons. Quite a bit of adjustment available with these just by rotating the bar in the clamp. I didn't care for the black anodizing the clamps came with so I stripped 'em and brushed the aluminum to match the finish on the rest of my parts. This pic taken with one clamp done, and the other still getting there.

DSCN0903 by Sean Barney, on Flickr
front end coming together

DSCN0905 by Sean Barney, on Flickr

DSCN0907 by Sean Barney, on Flickr

DSCN0908 by Sean Barney, on Flickr

seanbarney41 · « **Reply #276 on:** February 14, 2016, 07:33:59 AM »

really struggled with tail light and license plate. I knew I didn't want some side mount chopper thing, which is what the bike had in earlier form. And I didn't want to cut my already painted tail section either. Finally, I just realized the stock grab rail provided a simple enough solution. I had to fab up a little bracket for the license plate to work with the K1 tail light.

DSCN0920 by Sean Barney, on Flickr
Really need to get a new license plate. This one is thrashed from the earlier side mount use.

DSCN0921 by Sean Barney, on Flickr

seanbarney41 · « **Reply #277 on:** February 14, 2016, 07:46:10 AM »

Finished up the wiring by cleaning every bullet and connector, a little fresh tape, and some sleeving from vintage connections. Digging through spares, I found 3 original fuse boxes, and they all fell apart on me. Here is a pic of the last one I tried to use.

DSCN0922 by Sean Barney, on Flickr
So I hit up Hondaman for his blade fuse conversion box. I also bought one of his ignitions. Awesome and affordable parts. Unfortunately, I didn't manage to get any pics.

However, did manage to get a pic of the cleaning of some original drain hoses...

lol

DSCN0963 by Sean Barney, on Flickr

seanbarney41 · « **Reply #278 on:** February 14, 2016, 08:03:17 AM »

Got a front fender finalized. If you look in the background there is a very obvious hint as to where I got the idea for this fender.

DSCN0964 by Sean Barney, on Flickr
It was nearly a bolt on to the GL forks. I had to slot the holes and made some aluminum spacers.

DSCN0965 by Sean Barney, on Flickr

slikwilli420 · « **Reply #279 on:** February 14, 2016, 07:05:42 PM »

Looking good Sean. Front end is coming along nicely.

seanbarney41 · « **Reply #280 on:** February 14, 2016, 08:05:18 PM »

Quote from: slikwilli420 on February 14, 2016, 07:05:42 PM

Looking good Sean. Front end is coming along nicely.

Thanks Matt, but really, way to pat yourself on the back

.....as your top triple is certainly the icing on the cake

Stev-o · « **Reply #281 on:** February 17, 2016, 08:31:05 PM »

Looking good, Kaw had a good design on that fender/brace. What finish is on the caliper, like it better than black.

seanbarney41 · « **Reply #282 on:** February 18, 2016, 03:29:18 AM »

Yeah Steve-O, I think that fender is a little more rigid than one for a cb-4, although it is Heaaavy. Since I am running a Superbrace forkbrace, I may switch to a lightweight fiberglass one from Airtech at some point...they have a couple that are similar size and shape.

The caliper is bare, brushed aluminum.

70CB750 · « **Reply #283 on:** February 18, 2016, 05:20:12 AM »

Coming along nicely, but you still have plenty of times since the Spring comes to Michigan in July anyway

FunJimmy · « **Reply #284 on:** February 18, 2016, 08:27:20 AM »

The bike's looking great Sean.
I really like the Kawi fender.

A friend is building a Yama XS650 and found this epoxy spray paint.
He's been clear coating his brushed aluminum triples, calipers and bare steel parts.
This is one tough paint.

http://www.spraymax.com/index.php?id=361&L=1

Cheers

SOHC4 Cafe Racer Fan · « **Reply #285 on:** February 18, 2016, 08:41:08 AM »

And it's a glamour paint, too!

Lostboy Steve · « **Reply #286 on:** February 18, 2016, 02:05:35 PM »

Quote from: seanbarney41 on February 14, 2016, 07:33:59 AM

really struggled with tail light and license plate. I knew I didn't want some side mount chopper thing, which is what the bike had in earlier form. And I didn't want to cut my already painted tail section either. Finally, I just realized the stock grab rail provided a simple enough solution. I had to fab up a little bracket for the license plate to work with the K1 tail light.
DSCN0920 by Sean Barney, on Flickr
Really need to get a new license plate. This one is thrashed from the earlier side mount use.
DSCN0921 by Sean Barney, on Flickr

That is a great idea. Seriously, it works perfectly.

seanbarney41 · « **Reply #287 on:** February 18, 2016, 02:22:41 PM »

Quote from: 70CB750 on February 18, 2016, 05:20:12 AM

Coming along nicely, but you still have plenty of times since the Spring comes to Michigan in July anyway

whatever Prokop...you guys down there got more snow than we have this year!

seanbarney41 · « **Reply #288 on:** February 18, 2016, 02:31:46 PM »

Quote from: FunJimmy on February 18, 2016, 08:27:20 AM

The bike's looking great Sean.
I really like the Kawi fender.

A friend is building a Yama XS650 and found this epoxy spray paint.
He's been clear coating his brushed aluminum triples, calipers and bare steel parts.
This is one tough paint.

http://www.spraymax.com/index.php?id=361&L=1

Cheers

Thanks Jimmy, especially for the tip. I have had no problems with bare aluminum, although I am not really concerned with it remaining highly polished, as it all has a brushed look anyway. My bikes inevitably see all types of weather and a quick clean up with a good aluminum polish is just part of the regimen.

RAFster122s · « **Reply #289 on:** February 20, 2016, 11:24:23 PM »

The spray max is a top dollar performane from a can. It is a 2k urethane if I read correctly, not epoxy. They do have a bility to mix anything you need. Repaint supply can do it, Any color, etc.

The spraymax 2k ckear is very durable and uv stable, but, if what it is coating isn't hard & durable, then it can only do so much

seanbarney41 · « **Reply #290 on:** February 20, 2016, 11:30:08 PM »

whatever man...I really am not concerned because if you catch a glimpse of what my bike looks like, I am going too slow

Godffery · « **Reply #291 on:** February 21, 2016, 10:34:17 AM »

Look'n good Man.
I can hook you up with updated Rotors & Caliper Pistons for this if you'd like:
http://www.vinmoto.org/gallery/v/VinMoto-Garage/album03/Godfferys-Garage-123/Parts+and+service/

seanbarney41 · « **Reply #292 on:** February 21, 2016, 11:32:15 AM »

Thanks for stopping by with compliments godfrey. I do plan to get some thinned and drilled rotors at some point. I have actually met you and your parts in person...was at rockerbox years ago when it was still in Milwaukee

Godffery · « **Reply #293 on:** February 21, 2016, 02:52:06 PM »

Wow, That was a while ago now! Have you been to the New Vintage moto event (BrewTown Rumble) in town now?
http://brewtownrumble.com/

I'll be watching your progress on this, looking forward to seeing final result of your efforts.

seanbarney41 · « **Reply #294 on:** February 21, 2016, 06:49:04 PM »

Quote from: Godffery on February 21, 2016, 02:52:06 PM

Wow, That was a while ago now! Have you been to the New Vintage moto event (BrewTown Rumble) in town now?
http://brewtownrumble.com/

nope...did do Slimey Crud Run last fall with Old Scrambler, that was a blast, definitely want to do that again. I might go to AHRMA race at Road America this year. I have a buddy that works for the ferry service that goes across Lake Michigan, so I can often get a free boat ride...plus some good friends that live in Milwaukee and show me around at night.

Godffery · « **Reply #295 on:** February 21, 2016, 09:19:30 PM »

Well I might see you at the AHRMA race at Road America then, I help with the bike show.

seanbarney41 · « **Reply #296 on:** March 31, 2016, 09:53:33 PM »

Well, I am not always so good at taking relevant photos and updating project threads...this thing is on the road

DSCN1018 by Sean Barney, on Flickr

DSCN1020 by Sean Barney, on Flickr

DSCN1021 by Sean Barney, on Flickr

DSCN1022 by Sean Barney, on Flickr

DSCN1025 by Sean Barney, on Flickr

seanbarney41 · « **Reply #297 on:** March 31, 2016, 10:14:11 PM »

I have put about 30 or 40 miles on it so far. GL1000 frontend still needs considerable set up work before it is a real improvement. Engine runs great. I am calling my port work based on Hondamans book plus F2 camshaft a success. Pulls quite strongly from 6000 rpm to apparently higher than I dare to rev. Low end feels better than normal as well. No leaks so far...errr well, after the fixing my neglect of installing an oil pan gasket anyway.
Still have some carb tuning to do...the unbaffled and totally deafening hand bent Yoshimura exhaust is proving mischevious to tune for just off idle. I had it pretty good, then synced the carbs, but that threw it all off again. Probably just needs more air screw adjustment.

Getting sloppy on the bench sync in my old age. Here is what I started with right out of the box. Ran quite well despite the wide spread of vacuum readings, just lots of clutch and chain rattle...

DSCN1028 by Sean Barney, on Flickr
insync

DSCN1029 by Sean Barney, on Flickr
much better

DSCN1031 by Sean Barney, on Flickr
Here is a cool tool for when your fat fingers can't get at the inside carb vacuum plugs.

DSCN1026 by Sean Barney, on Flickr

DSCN1027 by Sean Barney, on Flickr

FunJimmy · « **Reply #298 on:** April 01, 2016, 01:20:22 AM »

Looks great Sean. I bet that Yosh pipe is loud!

Kevin D · « **Reply #299 on:** April 01, 2016, 03:49:43 PM »

Sean, I dunno how I missed your build thread, but your bike looks great and I can't wait to hear it. I'm looking forward to seeing you at Gilmore and/or 'zilla rides this summer.

News:

Author Topic: If it works good, it looks good...right? (Read 37102 times)