"Thor's Hammer" 1975 XS650 hardtail

Matching headlight and taillight assemblies


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Rough mock up of the motor. Still needs a bit more tidying of the fins, a polish of the oil filter cover and cleaning of the mating surfaces before final assembly.


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Cheers

Steve

http://inmotionphotogxs650.blogspot.com.au/
 
I just read thru your whole thread and i think you have done an awesome job on both of your bikes :)
Cant wait to see your xs mounted up completely!!(funny pic nr 4 with your reflecting in the sidepanel ;D)
Keep up the great work!
Cheers Jorgen
 
Saturday, 01 Feb 2014 -Stripe me lucky!

I managed to make my own vintage style spark plug lead covers with a cheap and cheerful rope from the local hardware. I also managed to make my own leather washers as these are really hard to find. I made them to help protect the final finishes and reduce vibrations (slightly).


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Yesterday I finally got the pin-striping done. I only need to wait for the enamel to cure for a few days prior to final clear coat, sanding a buffing.


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image by inmotionphotography, on Flickr


Cheers

Steve

http://inmotionphotogxs650.blogspot.com.au/
 
Is the wrinkle paint you used on the motor the out a spray paint kind or from somewhere else?

I've used the out of the spray paint can on motor valve covers and it works well. You gave me the idea of doing it to my CB750.
 
iGreek said:
Is the wrinkle paint you used on the motor the out a spray paint kind or from somewhere else?

I've used the out of the spray paint can on motor valve covers and it works well. You gave me the idea of doing it to my CB750.
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It's the Rustoleum wrinkle black from a spray can. It's rotten shit to use, however the results can be good.

Be patient and do plenty of testing prior to throwing it onto an engine. It's a real love/hate relationship with the product.



Cheers

Steve

http://inmotionphotogxs650.blogspot.com.au/
 
Monday 03 Feb 2014 - We have a heart!


Saturday was a huge step forward in getting Thor's Hammer completed and on the road. Darren Millichamp of DNA Custom Motorcycles and Michael my brother (who is also the painter) helped me bolt the motor together.

To say that I'm grateful for their help is an understatement!


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image by inmotionphotography, on Flickr


image by inmotionphotography, on Flickr


image by inmotionphotography, on Flickr


image by inmotionphotography, on Flickr


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image by inmotionphotography, on Flickr


Cheers

Steve

http://inmotionphotogxs650.blogspot.com.au/
 
Looks great! Can't wait to see it done been following your thread the whole time. Truly an inspiration.
 
I think iv fallen in love!! The colors are amazing! The logo is grate the matching helmet! wow that bike is sweet! Also loving the idea of using the rope sheath for spark plug wires! might have to borrow your idea if its ok with you.
 
Nice work on the lettering hombre, she's coming together quite nicely. That tank is outstanding.
 
Yep, she'll be a real looker when you get her all put back together. The striping is just the right amount to look god without being over done too. Love the shadow behind the name to make it pop!
 
Sunday, 16 February 2014 - Pretty bits!


So here's how she looks with the pretty bits attached.

Still have plenty of fiddling about to do on her before she's ready to start-up.

Thanks to my brother, Stan and Damon for helping me over the last couple of days.



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Cheers.

Steve.

http://inmotionphotogxs650.blogspot.com/
 
Yep, seriously fuckin awesome. Let's see some video of that thing getting some bugs on it before winter hits. Again Steve nice job.
 
Greatvjob. Aside from tire choice I like everyrhing you done. The tires look good but will handle like shit. That being said she is beautiful. So glad you have a front break as well. Stunning bike.

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Saturday, 22 February 2014 - From joy to drama

In the lead up to my first start-up, I noticed that the final engine part which was the cam chain tensioner would't fit!

As it turned out the rear cam chain guide was installed upside down. The pitfalls of trying to build an engine in one loooooooooooong day!

It was also challenging to creatively remove the guide without cracking the cam chain as I didn't have a replacement master link.

So long story short, I had to completely dissasemble the bike, strip the top-end of the motor, and rebuild it again.

My brother, Thomas and Reynolds did such an amzing job to help me knock it over as quickly as we did.



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image by inmotionphotography, on Flickr


Cheers

Steve

http://inmotionphotogxs650.blogspot.com/
 
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