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chrisf , Do you guys have any picks of that CM that I could check out? Also I would have to have someone at a shop do the weld work so how much would weld work like this likely cost if I were to go this rout?

I know this and thanks for stating this point. This is one of the big reasons I was asking about seat options because my frame dips in the seat area unlike on a standard where it looks like you can just plop a strait fiberglass seat pan on the seat area and the frame will support most of your...

Thanks everybody for the welcome, feedback and suggestions. It has all been very helpful in helping me find some direction for this seemingly not very popular choice for a café racer. But I got the bike for only $300 and was able to hop right on it and ride it all the way home with out any...

Do it your self does seem to be a big part of the café racer history as I’ve read. I guess I’m really just looking for as many solid suggestions as possible to get the ball rolling and off to a good start. I’m a really creative guy by nature but when it comes to something like a motorcycle...

Hey people, I’m new here in hopes that some of you might be able to give me some insight as to how I could best convert an old 1981 Honda CB650 custom into a “proper” café style bike. Right now I have to say my CB650 looks pretty ugly, and the riding position is so...