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So I have shaped my first seat out of foam, taped it all up with masking tape and have already put on two layers of 1.5 oz CSM. So far it feels very sturdy and pretty stiff, also I have added an extra layer in the places that I feel should be extra sturdy. My question is should I start layering...

So I am finally starting on my seat design and got some foam glued together and down to my basic shape. What I am having issues with is if the cowl is too big or not. Sometimes I look at it and it looks good but sometimes it just seems too big. I am looking for some constructive criticism. The...

So I have a 1978 CX500 and it has been running very well since I bought it. I recently put pod filters on, rejetted the carbs and changed the exhaust. Since those modifications it was running perfect for about 2 months, then about a week ago I got on to ride to school and it started running like...

I have finally gotten to the point to start thinking about my seat. I have a 1978 honda CX500 and I have found a lot of these bikes that look terrible as a cafe racer, however the ones that are done properly look great (IMO). I have mocked up in photoshop 5 different styles that I like but I am...

Here is a link to the factory service manual for 78-81 Honda cx500, its a great link and you can download or print it right from the site. http://drop.io/CX500_GL500 photocodo

Has anyone seen the movie Fight Club (Im sure someone here has). One of the jackets that Tyler Durden wears is a red and white cafe style jacket that I think looks real slick. I have found a couple places that sell replicas of the jacket but Im not sure if they are good quality. Has anyone ever...

Im not sure if anyone here is familiar with the cx500 but the gear shift lever moves left and right instead of up and down (and from under the bike instead of on the side) like most bikes, because of this it is tougher to put rear sets on the bike, however not impossible. I have seen a couple...