Update
For anyone coming across this for the first time, I've pretty much decided to not do a brat project with this bike. I'm going to just freshen it up, and keep it pretty much original. I will personalize it where I see fit, but won't do anything dramatic or anything that couldn't easily be reversed back to stock.
Original Post
I'm going to use this thread to try and document my Brat build using a 1982 CB750F Super Sport. Progress may be slow, and it will likely not begin to take true Brat form until after I've had a chance to thoroughly go through the bike and make sure it is worth the continued investment.
I've wanted to do a build like this for quite some time, but only recently became more motivated to go for it. I just picked up my starter bike, which turns out to be in a lot better condition than I expected to find, and also cost more than I wanted to initially invest. But, it will give me a better starting point and may result in a better final result. The original seller was asking $4,000 for it. I offered $2500 given the original condition and he later accepted as you can see. Attached is a pic of the bike.
You can see all of the photos I've taken, and will take on my Google Drive. Here is the link. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B2DCeFVNPpHNTEtpMUJDYjRkcTg
There are a number of things going for it as far as I see it:
-- Condition of the bike overall is very good, only slight mods and improvements, appears to have been maintained very well
-- Engine is already black, which is the final look I want, but I may still have to paint it to freshen it up
-- Dual discs up front, disc in the rear, all dual pot calipers
-- Should be able to reuse a lot of parts on the bike to keep costs down
-- Came with box of spare parts, some of which will help keep costs down
-- Tank and its paint are in very good condition, no rust inside, only minor blemishes on the paint that are only noticeable close up
-- Bike was very recently serviced by a professional, carbs gone through, valves checked and set to spec, etc.
I've already discovered some issues with the bike that will need to be resolved:
-- Rear brake disc is grooved badly and will likely need to be replaced, needs new rear pads as a result
-- Charging system issue, I believe the alternator rotor is bad as I don't get any resistance across the slider rings
-- Rear shocks are toast and will need to be replaced
-- Air box boots are not lining up with the carb correctly and therefore not sealing right, may be a minor fix
-- Clutch is slipping, most noticeable right at 95 mph in top gear. RPM's increase, but power to the wheel drops to nothing
Here are pics of my inspiration builds. I won't be doing clip-ons, but otherwise, I really like the first pic a lot. I'd probably do a bit thicker seat as well. I'm still forming my final vision for the bike.
ben
For anyone coming across this for the first time, I've pretty much decided to not do a brat project with this bike. I'm going to just freshen it up, and keep it pretty much original. I will personalize it where I see fit, but won't do anything dramatic or anything that couldn't easily be reversed back to stock.
Original Post
I'm going to use this thread to try and document my Brat build using a 1982 CB750F Super Sport. Progress may be slow, and it will likely not begin to take true Brat form until after I've had a chance to thoroughly go through the bike and make sure it is worth the continued investment.
I've wanted to do a build like this for quite some time, but only recently became more motivated to go for it. I just picked up my starter bike, which turns out to be in a lot better condition than I expected to find, and also cost more than I wanted to initially invest. But, it will give me a better starting point and may result in a better final result. The original seller was asking $4,000 for it. I offered $2500 given the original condition and he later accepted as you can see. Attached is a pic of the bike.
You can see all of the photos I've taken, and will take on my Google Drive. Here is the link. https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B2DCeFVNPpHNTEtpMUJDYjRkcTg
There are a number of things going for it as far as I see it:
-- Condition of the bike overall is very good, only slight mods and improvements, appears to have been maintained very well
-- Engine is already black, which is the final look I want, but I may still have to paint it to freshen it up
-- Dual discs up front, disc in the rear, all dual pot calipers
-- Should be able to reuse a lot of parts on the bike to keep costs down
-- Came with box of spare parts, some of which will help keep costs down
-- Tank and its paint are in very good condition, no rust inside, only minor blemishes on the paint that are only noticeable close up
-- Bike was very recently serviced by a professional, carbs gone through, valves checked and set to spec, etc.
I've already discovered some issues with the bike that will need to be resolved:
-- Rear brake disc is grooved badly and will likely need to be replaced, needs new rear pads as a result
-- Charging system issue, I believe the alternator rotor is bad as I don't get any resistance across the slider rings
-- Rear shocks are toast and will need to be replaced
-- Air box boots are not lining up with the carb correctly and therefore not sealing right, may be a minor fix
-- Clutch is slipping, most noticeable right at 95 mph in top gear. RPM's increase, but power to the wheel drops to nothing
Here are pics of my inspiration builds. I won't be doing clip-ons, but otherwise, I really like the first pic a lot. I'd probably do a bit thicker seat as well. I'm still forming my final vision for the bike.
ben