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Thanks man. The problem is that I kinda need the hump. The tank has an opening there (because the seat of the suzuki is came off of goes up like that). I needed to come up with a design to hide the hole. I could possible make the hump not extend to far back.

Re: New to forum, 550 cafe project and first bike (UPDATED 5/3) So FINALLY, after like a year long break, I decided to work on the bike again ;D. All that needs to be done is a seat, the wirings, and I need to replace the throttle cables. I couldnt find a cafe seat for a 550 (at least not...

Re: New to forum, 550 cafe project and first bike (UPDATED 5/3) Sorry for the late reply. I am not on the forum much anymore, I kinda lost steem with the bike and it pretty much just sits there now. I bought the guages of of a guy on ebay for like $15. They are just stickers. Then I added...

Re: New to forum, 550 cafe project and first bike (UPDATED 5/3) Unfortunately no :-[. All that is left is the wiring, but I am no good at this part of the build. Hopefully I can get it all sorted out this winter. I have like 3 different wiring hanesses and electrical panels, but all are...

Re: New to forum, 550 cafe project and first bike (UPDATED 5/3) My problem is that I cant use the same wiring components that I took off the bike. When I got the bike the wiring had been messed with an I didnt realize it. Someone actually made a new ground cable with a red wire. Who does...

Re: New to forum, 550 cafe project and first bike (UPDATED 5/3) Thanks, a lot guys. I really need to get back to work on it. I have been back home now for amonth and havent hardly touched it. All that really needs to be done is the wiring. But, I just dont know what I am doing. I have 3...

Here is my bike so far, its almost finished: here are pics of the project: http://dotheton.com/index.php?topic=571.0 but I live in Indianapolis, IN

I wish you lived closer, mine is almost done and I am already thinking of selling it. Im not sure yet, but I really wanted to make a hardtail rat/bobber style bike from the begining, but I thought it would be easier to make a cafe racer since it was my first project. But, the project has...

Re: 'Shooter' CB 550 Cafe Racer Project Thread - (UPDATE 27 MAY '07) I dont care it you do Gold, I come to these forms to get and share ideas. Its your bike, you will be the one riding it, so do what you like. Especially if you are taking to time to comepletely strip it down like you are...

Those are the exact same ones as I have. Check out my post if you want to see them on a bike: http://dotheton.com/index.php?topic=571.0

Re: New to forum, 550 cafe project and first bike (UPDATED 5/3) No, I didnt know that. How do I do it?

Re: New to forum, 550 cafe project and first bike (UPDATED 5/3) Change of plans, I found a start button that I really liked today. And, here is an oversight that sucks. The stupid high rise style handlebars that came with the bike needed longer throttle, clutch cables, and brake cables...

Re: New to forum, 550 cafe project and first bike (UPDATED 5/3) hmm. What I think I might do it get a new ignition/key switch for a car. One where I can just turn the key to start it up and eliminate the need for a start switch. Not sure if it will work or not, but they are only 8 bucks at...

Re: New to forum, 550 cafe project and first bike (UPDATED 5/3) Alright, I got the finally go the front brake to fit using a small universal throttle. Now I just need to relocate the start and kill switches. I may actually be able to take it for a fide before I leave in a week. I have...

Re: New to forum, 550 cafe project and first bike (UPDATED 5/3) Found a pic of the bike when I first got it, thought it was funny. The king/queen set, and high handlebars were pretty rad huh? hahahahaha

Re: New to forum, 550 cafe project and first bike (UPDATED 5/3) It took some work. I needed to grind the front mounts do about a 1/2 inch and shorten the rubber accordingly. I had to make a mounting bracket for the rear, the tank is a couple inches longer. I also had to relocate the petcock...

Re: New to forum, 550 cafe project and first bike (UPDATED 5/3) Ill see what I can do, I think I am allowed 2 carry-ons ;D

Re: New to forum, 550 cafe project and first bike (UPDATED 5/3) It is getting so close to being done, but unfortunately I am not going to make my goal deadline :'(. I am leaving for Germany in 12 days for work and was hoping to take it on its maiden voyage before i left but that is just not...

Re: New to forum, 550 cafe project and first bike (UPDATED 5/3) Thanks, I would really appreciate it.

Re: New to forum, 550 cafe project and first bike (UPDATED 5/3) So, I started puting all the wiring back on my bike today and i have 2 mystery wires. I have no idea where the plug into. Can someone with a 550 remove their left side cover and snap a pic or explain to me where they should go...