1976 CB550F1 (what have I let myself in for) Project

[eight0]

I was convinced the head nut sealing rubbers were in the gasket set but I can't find them so I am not sure now.

Anyone know a good source? Is DS the best place?

Also, I'm missing the 18mm washer that goes between the kickstart circlip and the case. 90451357000. DS doesn't stock these anymore.

[Nurse Julie]

This correct?

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Yes as long as the lines on the end of the cam are in line with the top of the casing, that's fine.
The pucks, if that's what you mean by  head nut sealing washers, aren't usually in the gasket sets these days, I will have a look for the 18mm washer later.

[eight0]

Ah that explains it then. That would be great, thanks Julie!

[eight0]

I noticed last night that I've made a mistake. When I put the tensioner in I've missed the little groove it is supposed to sit in at the bottom. (facepalm)
From what I've read I'm going to have to remove the head and lift the barrels slightly to get it in place. Is that right?

If so, is that going to affect how the gaskets perform now I've already torqued the head down?

[Nurse Julie]

The gaskets will be fine as the engine hasn't run.

[mickwinf]

it can be a bit fiddly to get that bottom part of the tensioner into its groove, i feel it through the sump opening with one hand and push down with the other hand, then confirm using a torch to look from underneath.

[eight0]

Thanks both, yeah kicking myself but at least I noticed it now and I'm glad the gaskets will be ok. I have come across several posts where people have started the bike up with it like that.

Warning bells were ringing when I let the nut off to self adjust and it didn't move.

[eight0]

Getting there

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The carbs are off for vapour blasting at the moment. Finished off the wiring, put the valve cover on, fitted new clutch disks, made up a clutch cable.. it'll be running soon fingers crossed!

Oh and the mod I did with the starter works fine

[Nurse Julie]

Looks stunning Adam.

[Laverda Dave]

Looking good. Nice lines although my back and wrists are already screaming in pain looking at the riding position .
Keep the pictures coming👍.

[eight0]

Thank you. Haha it's not actually as bad as you think. The bike is so short you're not bent over as much as it looks like you might be

[Rozabikes Tim]

Good looking bike that. Like it. Even the minimal seat looks well padded and probably comfy.

[philward]

Great build - not my style but I can appreciate the work and skill gone into the build. Really nice bike

[Phteix]

It is looking awesome. I really like the colours you have chosen and the seat suits very well, did you make that yourself?

[McCabe-Thiele (Ted)]

I'm impressed with the polished alloy and the alloy frame attachments - love the shade of blue with the brown seating it all oozes understated style imho.