Topic: How do you install the gas cap? CB500

[Tugboat]

I'm about 98% done on this bike I'm building. The owner had the tank and side covers painted - they look really great. But I'm having trouble getting the cap back on there. I think I'm missing a pin (or 2) and a spring that goes under the retention latch? And if you push the pin through, how do you secure it at both ends?

[Greggo]

You're definitely missing the pin.  Some use a small bolt for a pin, and use a nut to secure it.

[Greggo]

Paint looks nice.

[joe29]

Here's a pic of the pin and spring you're missing.  I think Hondaman sells the pins but I wouldn't know where to get the spring.  Joker Machine sells the entire latch mechanism below.

[mjstone]

The original pin is a really long rivet.  My latch broke and I bought a nos Honda locking gas cap latch.  It is held on by a long screw.  I think its a much better latch as I can close and latch the cap with one hand.

MJ

[Tugboat]

Thanks y'all! I got in touch with Bryan @ Joker Machine and he's gonna get me some bolts/nuts/washers & a spring. Great customer service and great products there at JM.

BTW here's the tank mocked-up on the frame. That paint IS nice!!

[bjatwood]

So smooth you could comb your hair by the reflection...NICE!
I am starting to dig that Jade Green very much.

[Duanob]

I did away with the rivet and got a SS bolt and locking nut. Looks and works perfect. Yours is in decenet shape I would reuse it.