78 cb550k Cafe racer build. GSXR front +++

[harald f]

got the throttlebodies today. stripped them down and offered them up to the engine. will have to make a new inlet manifold, but it should be almost bolt on..
Looks badass in my opinion, even if they are not CR carbs

My buddy holding the throttlebodies in place

 

[xb33bsa]

that does look very cool I hope you can get it running fine as a frog
however those screens inside the stacks are a huge restrictor-tation on the airflow, best cut them out

 

[harald f]

the plan was to have a black engine, but i decided it needed some shiny bits in the frame too.. so the engine is going to be silver, with polished covers.

 

[xb33bsa]

looking sweet
correct location of frame gussets for structural use is not on centerline as you have done,
they should be moved outboard and the weld closer to 90 degrees away from the location now

 

[harald f]

will look into that.. they are only spot welded on for now, since i am constantly changing things around i didnt want to weld everything in place permanently until im done

 

[harald f]

kawasaki zx14r fuel pump, regulator etc for a full returnless system installed in the classic tank. as stealth as possible.

 

[TijmenK]

Incredible, I'd give the devil my soul for welding skills like that.

 

[skyshadow]

Subscribed!

 

[titan5699]

First time checking in on the build in a long time, all I have to say is "WOW" man!
I have missed A LOT apparently.. a Fuelie 550. DAMN!

Love it man, awesome work!

 

[canyoncarver]

No doubt, cool shit going into this 550.

 

[reflexsilver]

Interesting build - following

 

[harald f]

started working on the engine while i am waiting for lots of motogadget goodies

engine casings will be gloss black, all bolts will be polished stainless steel allen head. some of the fins(sump and sylinder) will be polished to contrast the black casing. side covers will be as above, polished.
Will also need to get going on finishing the seat asap.

very small update, but better than nothing.