DBerkshire
Active Member
Hi,
I've just purchased my first motorcycle in the hopes of converting it into a Cafe Racer, something I've wanted since I was a kid. I plan on changing the frame loop, seat, handlebars, speedo, head
light, shocks, pipes, as well as fix the front brake and tank. I'd then get the bike powder coated after everything is set. With that said, what is the best place to tackle first for modifications? Images
are attached of the bike as it currently is and a (rough) idea of where I'd like it to go.
Below is a list of work that was done prior to the purchase.
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-Cam chain readjusted
-Retimed with new points plate and ignition wiring
-Valves adjusted to stock tolerances .002 and .003
-Front break bled and adjusted
-Fresh oil change
-Tank cleaned and new gas lines
-Carbs pulled, cleaned, inspected and brought back to stock settings
-Carbs vacuum synced and air screws adjusted to best idle (starts first crank no choke needed).
-Pipes cleaned and baffles repacked
-Newer back tire, stock front tire
-Chain lubed and inspected
*All electrical works: horn, turn signals, hi/low beams, running lights/brake lights, neutral switch indicator, starter button, on/off switch, kill switch
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Thanks!
Dana
I've just purchased my first motorcycle in the hopes of converting it into a Cafe Racer, something I've wanted since I was a kid. I plan on changing the frame loop, seat, handlebars, speedo, head
light, shocks, pipes, as well as fix the front brake and tank. I'd then get the bike powder coated after everything is set. With that said, what is the best place to tackle first for modifications? Images
are attached of the bike as it currently is and a (rough) idea of where I'd like it to go.
Below is a list of work that was done prior to the purchase.
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
-Cam chain readjusted
-Retimed with new points plate and ignition wiring
-Valves adjusted to stock tolerances .002 and .003
-Front break bled and adjusted
-Fresh oil change
-Tank cleaned and new gas lines
-Carbs pulled, cleaned, inspected and brought back to stock settings
-Carbs vacuum synced and air screws adjusted to best idle (starts first crank no choke needed).
-Pipes cleaned and baffles repacked
-Newer back tire, stock front tire
-Chain lubed and inspected
*All electrical works: horn, turn signals, hi/low beams, running lights/brake lights, neutral switch indicator, starter button, on/off switch, kill switch
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
Thanks!
Dana
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