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Been Around the Block
Re: SL-350 super motorsport project
You're correct DrJ. The K0 had the single downtube as shown in your parts diagram. Other major differences were electric start and CV carbs. Honda slimed the K1 down by eliminating the starter motor and building a lighter double downtube frame.
I have a steering damper off of a K0 that looks like it will fit - just need to move the holes out a bit. I also have tapered bearings for it.
DrJ said:I've always like the SL frame. BTW the first SL350 in 69 did not come with this frame, it had a regular stamped backbone CB frame with a tail loop and a sheet steel rear subfender, quite heavy. Afterwards, the SLs were built with all steel tubes that looked much better and lighter.
You're correct DrJ. The K0 had the single downtube as shown in your parts diagram. Other major differences were electric start and CV carbs. Honda slimed the K1 down by eliminating the starter motor and building a lighter double downtube frame.
I have a steering damper off of a K0 that looks like it will fit - just need to move the holes out a bit. I also have tapered bearings for it.
Thanks Rider52. Sounds cool. The Rickman's had a tank/seat/fender combo fiberglass unit and nickel plated frames if I remember right.Rider52 said:Very nice build. I have about 90% of a 1972 SL350. All the major stuff. I'm thinking a vintage Rickman look since I can't afford a real Rickman. LOL!
Rider