Project CB690 (KTM 690 engine in a CB550f frame)

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Side note, I replaced my 20 year old Felo screwdrivers with a new Wera set. I absolutely love them, highly recommend.

 

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Clutch, alternator, waterpump, and valve covers removed, internals stripped, cleaned, and ready to be vapour blasted. I wrapped the engine up in cling film for protection.

 

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I revised the side stand switch mounting. I'll epoxy the magnet on the end of the stalk shown in the pictures, and make a final bracket to hold the sensor. This will look a lot better.

 

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The frame has been dropped off for blasting/powder coat! A big day indeed.

Frame and sidestand - Grit blasted, primed, powder coated (gun-metal grey)
Swingarm - vapour blasted, clear coated (Cerakote H)
Alternator, clutch, water pump, and cam covers - vapour blasted, clear coated (Cerakote H)

Lead time 3 weeks, £250 total. Well pleased with that. The guy essentially specialises in motorbikes so he really gets it, knows what to look out for and what to mask off, etc.

 

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To improve the look of the speedo cluster I added milliput to the lower half. Pics below show the milliput after application. After drying I will sand it to refine the shape, and paint it matte black.
I did some sanding already but didn't take pictures, it was a messy and fussy process. Updates to follow.