Author Topic: Rickman Project - COMPLETE! (Read 9827 times)

JoeCooley · « **Reply #25 on:** September 12, 2019, 05:42:10 PM »

Ordered the Delkevic! Going on today. Hopefully it futts the Rickman frame well. I guess we'll see...

JoeCooley · « **Reply #26 on:** September 17, 2019, 01:20:26 AM »

Well here's the exhaust installed. This exhaust was for a 75-76 750F. It fits the Rickman frame well. I had to fab up a quick bracket for the mount. Pretty staight forward install. I hope to hear it soon.

JoeCooley · « **Reply #27 on:** October 14, 2019, 05:28:58 PM »

Body parts are at the paint shop. They should be finished soon. I also just ordered marker lights, tail light, and tank lining kit. I'll update with pics when everything comes in.

CBJoe · « **Reply #28 on:** October 15, 2019, 10:52:21 PM »

That my friend is a shiny bike

looks great!

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JoeCooley · « **Reply #29 on:** October 21, 2019, 09:16:37 AM »

Quote from: CBJoe on October 15, 2019, 10:52:21 PM

That my friend is a shiny bike looks great!

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Thanks Joe!

smcgill · « **Reply #30 on:** October 28, 2019, 05:07:27 PM »

Enjoy seeing this, I'm doing the same bike!
Scott M.

JoeCooley · « **Reply #31 on:** October 30, 2019, 02:44:24 AM »

Quote from: smcgill on October 28, 2019, 05:07:27 PM

Enjoy seeing this, I'm doing the same bike!
Scott M.

Very nice!

JoeCooley · « **Reply #32 on:** January 06, 2020, 12:19:51 PM »

I hope everyone had a good holiday season. New year, Old me and all that...

Almost done and ready for market!

BenelliSEI · « **Reply #33 on:** January 06, 2020, 02:53:27 PM »

Joe....... did you have your frame plated again? All looks fantastic. John D.

JoeCooley · « **Reply #34 on:** January 06, 2020, 03:22:17 PM »

Quote from: BenelliSEI on January 06, 2020, 02:53:27 PM

Joe....... did you have your frame plated again? All looks fantastic. John D.

Thanks!

Yes the frame was replated. It was not rusty but had a lot of wear and flaking. It was quite pricey also due to California bs...

BenelliSEI · « **Reply #35 on:** January 09, 2020, 05:14:40 PM »

Thanks for the info....... just starting mine. Will search for a plater that can do it, but a long way off! I will build a new f’glass tank, using my molds. What did you line yours with? Cheers, John D.

JoeCooley · « **Reply #36 on:** January 09, 2020, 05:54:50 PM »

Quote from: BenelliSEI on January 09, 2020, 05:14:40 PM

Thanks for the info....... just starting mine. Will search for a plater that can do it, but a long way off! I will build a new f’glass tank, using my molds. What did you line yours with? Cheers, John D.

I used Caswell Epoxy liner kit. It has to be the fuel resistant epoxy type. There is also a company that sells a kit called GRE that should work.

BenelliSEI · « **Reply #37 on:** January 10, 2020, 05:26:00 AM »

Joe...... thanks for that. There is a Caswell dealer not far from me!

smcgill · « **Reply #38 on:** January 12, 2020, 08:03:19 AM »

Looks fantastic Joe! I hope it pays off for you. The upcoming Mecum LV. auction has a very nice one listed, it my set a benchmark.
Meanwhile, I toil with my effort.

scottly · « **Reply #39 on:** January 12, 2020, 10:01:45 PM »

Quote from: JoeCooley on January 06, 2020, 03:22:17 PM

Quote from: BenelliSEI on January 06, 2020, 02:53:27 PM
Joe....... did you have your frame plated again? All looks fantastic. John D.
Thanks!

Yes the frame was replated. It was not rusty but had a lot of wear and flaking. It was quite pricey also due to California bs...

How much did it cost??

JoeCooley · « **Reply #40 on:** January 14, 2020, 08:34:24 PM »

Quote from: scottly on January 12, 2020, 10:01:45 PM

Quote from: JoeCooley on January 06, 2020, 03:22:17 PM
Quote from: BenelliSEI on January 06, 2020, 02:53:27 PM
Joe....... did you have your frame plated again? All looks fantastic. John D.
Thanks!

Yes the frame was replated. It was not rusty but had a lot of wear and flaking. It was quite pricey also due to California bs...
How much did it cost??

My price was $1100 but that's with a discount.

754 · « **Reply #41 on:** January 14, 2020, 09:56:27 PM »

I am surprised , that is a good price, how much is retail ?
I would think 1500 or more most places, if you find someone to do it .

JoeCooley · « **Reply #42 on:** January 14, 2020, 10:13:30 PM »

Quote from: 754 on January 14, 2020, 09:56:27 PM

I am surprised , that is a good price, how much is retail ?
I would think 1500 or more most places, if you find someone to do it .

You're spot on Frank.

BenelliSEI · « **Reply #43 on:** January 15, 2020, 07:29:43 AM »

Guys...... I got a bright nickel quote from a very reputable firm in London, Ontario that made me faint! They suggested about $1200 Cdn. Sounds like that might be OK........

L5wolvesf · « **Reply #44 on:** January 21, 2020, 03:34:45 PM »

Hey Joe, Now I’m really surprised I didn’t expect to find a project similar, but far from the same as mine, here – now I’ve seen 2. I’m new here and just posted an intro about my project . . . a CB550 powered Wards (a.k.a. Benelli) Mohave (a.k.a. Rickman-Metisse) frame.
http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php/topic,180747.0.html

Love your project, great find, I’ll be watching. I may be asking for pics showing how the engine was mated to the frame. I have my idea on how to do it but pics might help. Good luck

BenelliSEI · « **Reply #45 on:** January 22, 2020, 05:02:24 PM »

Joe....... my speedo drive was removed from the race bike, but i’ve found the bits. Does yours mount to the right side, three screws to the hub, centred inside disc mounting circle? Is the speedo gearbox directly behind the caliper bracket? I assume the output hangs low, facing forward? Is it a stock CB750 unit?
Thanks! John D.

JoeCooley · « **Reply #46 on:** January 22, 2020, 05:49:06 PM »

Quote from: BenelliSEI on January 22, 2020, 05:02:24 PM

Joe....... my speedo drive was removed from the race bike, but i’ve found the bits. Does yours mount to the right side, three screws to the hub, centred inside disc mounting circle? Is the speedo gearbox directly behind the caliper bracket? I assume the output hangs low, facing forward? Is it a stock CB750 unit?
Thanks! John D.

My speedo drive is wedged between the wheel hub and caliper bracket. On the ride side yes. No bolts tho. I will get a picture later when I get home.

BenelliSEI · « **Reply #47 on:** January 22, 2020, 08:21:13 PM »

Joe..... Thanks and NO RUSH....... John D.

JoeCooley · « **Reply #48 on:** January 23, 2020, 12:53:54 AM »

Quote from: BenelliSEI on January 22, 2020, 08:21:13 PM

Joe..... Thanks and NO RUSH....... John D.

No problem. I'm trying to finish it soon so I'm out here a lot. See below for a picture.

JoeCooley · « **Reply #49 on:** January 23, 2020, 12:59:07 AM »

Quote from: L5wolvesf on January 21, 2020, 03:34:45 PM

Hey Joe, Now I’m really surprised I didn’t expect to find a project similar, but far from the same as mine, here – now I’ve seen 2. I’m new here and just posted an intro about my project . . . a CB550 powered Wards (a.k.a. Benelli) Mohave (a.k.a. Rickman-Metisse) frame.
http://forums.sohc4.net/index.php/topic,180747.0.html

Love your project, great find, I’ll be watching. I may be asking for pics showing how the engine was mated to the frame. I have my idea on how to do it but pics might help. Good luck

Best of luck with your project. It seems like something special! I'll have to drop in on the build thread and check it out.

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Author Topic: Rickman Project - COMPLETE! (Read 9827 times)