Firing it up for the first time!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 15 ก.พ. 2017
- She runs! Thanks for checking out the video sorry it's a little behind schedule.
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Music to my ears ! thanks for posting. I did the same thing to my 76 cb750 twenty years ago, first time starting it back up gives you goose bumps.
Keep it up, man! Gonna ride like a dream!
Yes, great! that sounds good! Very exciting!
The bike sounds great!
Sounds awesome, looks great! Re-building my 79 cb650, finding some motivation by watching your videos. Keep up the good work!
Thanks! Good luck with your project.
That buttery smooth cold start! Can't wait to hear/see a riding video soon
I will strap a GoPro to my head and take you guys on the first ride haha.
sounds great!
looks good, sounds good.
sounds really nice
really awesome!
That thing sounds great! Like that little muffler. I had an old Honda a few years back that always started like that, cold or hot it started quicker than my F.I. bikes. Wish I didn't have to sell it
When these old Hondas are setup right they run just like a brand new bike.
I’m really digging the handlebars. Where can u find some like that?
I made the request for the fork seals lol just wanted to say i love your videos so much keep making them because i use them as how to's when working on my 81 honda xl500
Awesome! Well you're getting your wish ha. I should have the video up hopefully this weekend.
What kind of exhaust is that buddy? Love your tracker by the way
So since you bumped your jets up to 110s does that mean that the larger jets restrict more air flow to compensate for the pod filters.
Curious what type of pods filters you used and what your main and idle jets will be set at to accommodate the changes? Thanks, great videos, really informative.
I'm running UNI filters with a 110 main jet. I ran that exact setup on my last CB550. I should be able to get the bike out today to see how this one runs with that setup.
Awesome! If you don't mind let me know how you make out. I've got the same bike and the same exhaust on the way and will run pods as well. Be nice to have a good starting point for a reference if yours turns out to run nicely. thanks again!
IV never used starting fluid. I have always used card cleaner to help things along. Any thoughts? Nice work man, love your videos.
I have used everything from starting fluid, carb cleaner and brake cleaner. Pretty much anything easy to spray and flammable should do the trick as long as you don't go overboard. If you use to much carb or brake cleaner is can start to dry out the rubber boots on the intake.
That exhaust sounds dope! What battery are you using? I have a Shorai and it always gives me problems....
amzn.to/2kZZIIA I use this little inexpensive battery and it works great. I have used them on a few projects now.
What a bike.....Nice shop.... Regarding the brat seat....how long is it??? Did you use the metal loop???
Thanks
It's 24" long and 9-1/8" wide. I used a hoop off ebay. Just search by model and you should find a bunch of options.
Great job. I thought that the tracker bars would look odd but I was wrong.
This bike really did turn out better than I expected. I was a little skeptical in the beginning too but wanted to try something different.
I run very similar tracker bars with brown grips on my 82 cb900c and always get compliments. It's a great look
Nice- i just took my bike for a ride last week but. ugh the cylinder is leaking oil. I dont think im going to take it apart again. Also I had to remove the center stand as it somehow got bent and was sitting up to far causing the chain to rub. its always something with these bikes
Yeah you definitely have to like to tinker with them if you want to own one. It's a labor of love though.
btw i was curious if you've ever tried hardtailing one of these
Good video.
I would imagine you've replaced fork seals before, but if you haven't, leave the forks in the triple tree and just remove the bottom clamp that holds the axle to the forks. Then you can remove the front wheel and while the triple tree is still holding the forks, use your impact driver on your air hose to break loose that screw on the bottom of the fork. Otherwise, you'll play hell clamping that fork in a vise and potentially marring the finish; whereas, the triple tree will do all the work for you if you break it loose while it's still in them.
Thanks for the tip!
You've probably been asked this before, but I can't seem to find it. How tall are you? Would adjusting the rearsets be an option for someone around 6 feet tall? Thanks!
I'm 5'11" and it was very comfortable to ride so I think you would be just fine.
Hi may I know what finishing you use on your raw tank.
Stripped it then 3-4 coats of clear over the top.
damn she sounds beautiful, she looks pretty good too mind you ahaha :D
Super nice video ! Nice work on the start up, sounds insane !
I have 2 questions:
1: How did you mount the brake light into your frame?
2: Do you ever work on your engine itself? Like the pistons or cilinders... ?
Thanks !
Thanks! The brake light is mounted using the adhesive strip that comes on the back of the light. I haven't really gotten to dig into the internals of one of these engines yet. I would love to do a full rebuild of one someday.
Then you got really nice engines who are running like that without a rebuild!
Super learnfull videos man love them.
So the brake light is only "sticked" on the frame? :D
Yep, using the adhesive and I also through two cable ties around the sides just to help it stick o the curve.
its a Honda we believe you :)
Where did you get the exhaust from?
Mac 4into1 header, dime city 12” muffler.
A friend of mine and I attempted to start a 650 Nighthawk and we got her running for about 30 seconds and then she backfired extremely loud. We were in a barn so the sound resonated for a bit. Any suggestions as to what caused it?
I would check the usual stuff like timing and valve adjustment. Then go from there if you still have issues.
Classic Octane Ok. Appreciate it!
Did you run into an issue with the pet cock, where the fuel only comes out of one port?
great "got no tap idea"! just make sure your groove is cut off center a bit.
How did you determine the odometer reading
Not sure what you're asking.
ayy first! ps love the vids!
Thanks for watching!
What exhaust is that?
where do you getting your seats im doing a 1978 kz 650
This is a flat seat from Tuffside.com
like the bikes and thanks
Where did you get your tires?
They came on the bike. I will go to a local shop to get the tires for my Triumph.
What exhaust do you wear, may I know the brand name ..?
It's a MAC 4 into 1 with a dime city cycles universal 12" muffler.
oh,, ok thank you...
What muffler is that?
Dime City Cycles 12" universal shortly muffler
I accidentally discovered a cool hack... if you buy gators that are a little too big at the top and don't fit around your bottom triple clamps you can buy plain rubber 35mm dust covers and put them on your fork between your bottom clamp and your gators.
the top of the gators fit snug in the bottom of your dust covers and it looks great! and when the gators get weather-checked, begin to deteriorate and fall apart (they always do) Then you can cut off what's left of them and slide your dust covers over the fork so your fork seals aren't fully exposed, then you can continue ride worry free still looking sharp and replace the gators at your leisure.
Awesome, thanks for the tip!
Did you say that you worked as a motorcycle technician?
No, I was a BMW tech for a few years but all my motorcycle stuff is self taught.
Are those shirts for sale?
They will be again soon. I'm trying to get a more permanent store up. In the mean time I will probably run another campaign. I will have more info in my next video. Thanks!
Did you remove the air filters on that?
I'm running UNI pod filters on it.
Are UNI pods an ok replacement without compromising the engine? I am customizing a 1976 yamaha xs360 and the stock filters are huge so it would look much better with pods. I am just worried about throwing off the carbs if I replace them.
As long as you adjust the carbs accordingly. I bumped up my main jets to 110s to compensate for the added air flow.
Do you mind sending the link of the air filters you got?
amzn.to/2mxTYqs Here you go!
Did you have instagram or facebook??
My Instagram is @ClassicOctane.
That small battery is big enough to start that engine???
Yeah, I have used that battery on a few bikes without any issues.
Will it be enough for a kz400?
I would think so, the 550 is the biggest bike I have used one on.
Antigravity battery are tiny and light and will run anything
Do you wear the typical gear.....Levi’s jeans and a black leather biker jacket???
Jeans, Red Wing boots, Joe Rocket classic 92 jacket, Alpinestars gloves, and a Builtwell Gringo.
Classic Octane
Cool!
Great videos! Could you do another bike video/gear video?
Perhaps in the typical gear....Levi’s boots n zipped up leather biker greaser type jacket? Show full frontal and backsides in the gear too
550 or 750?
'75 CB550
sounds great, can't wait to get mine!
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