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  1. plesko

    Plug caps on 74 CB550

    One of my stock plug wires bit the dust and I'm replacing them and ordering NGK Resistor Caps from DCC. Can I fit a 45 degree cap on all cylinders or do I need to get two straight ones and two 45s? link...
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    Smaller battery

    I've seen some other threads about batteries and sizes but haven't seen anything super definitive... Do y'all run smaller than spec batteries? What are the tradeoffs? I've got a 74 CB550 that I want to relocate the battery to a custom box on the swing arm but I need to figure out a battery first
  3. plesko

    Master Cylinder Relocation

    I've seen pictures of bikes with really simple, clean handlebars - no master cylinder with the brake lever. How is it relocated? Is there a set of parts I'm missing that makes that possible?
  4. plesko

    New project - First build - '74 CB550

    I'm planning out my first build. I'll document the progress here - maybe on a blog. I'm starting out with a 1974 Honda CB550. The guy that had it before me did a little engine work but it needs some more (the valves, guides, and seals have already been reworked). Here is the plan so far...
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    First time CB550 rebuild

    I am just starting work on a 74 CB550 (pictured). There is an oil leak from the left side of the head gasket so I will be pulling the head and replacing that... This is my first vintage bike and my first rebuild in about 10 years - I've got a couple questions... There is a little clatter at low...
  6. plesko

    New Member in Dallas

    I'm Ryan. I bought a '74 Honda CB550 last week. It's all original, 14.5k miles, and the top end has been rebuilt (per previous owner). I'm excited to start wrenching on it - headed towards cafe racer styling. It'll be a daily driver on nice days. This'll be my first vintage motorcycle. I've...
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