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1976 CB550F1 (what have I let myself in for) Project
Nurse Julie:
Well done 👍👍👍
Erny:
--- Quote from: eight0 on April 12, 2021, 03:36:17 PM ---I've changed the oil and ran it again. No more metal.. must have been the kickstart (Phew).
I'm still waiting on some things before I can ride it. I've ordered a dual 'airbox' which is almost like pods but nicer from http://www.steeldragonperformance.com/air_boxes_7.html but it hasn't arrived yet. No point in trying to tune it before they arrive, and I know they don't run as well without the stock airboxes so I won't be asking for advice on Jetting or tuning on here!
I have gone up to 40 on pilot and 110 on mains though which should put me in the ballpark before I embark on plug chops etc
I need to fabricate a plate bracket which will have to be side mounted.
I need to get the exhaust tip welded onto the reducer and the bracket mount to the pipe. Can't be riding it with it all hanging from the studs.
Aaaand I've just sent details through to footmanjames for an agreed value insurance quote.
Here's a picture just after I recently ran it, It does have the righthand foot controls on now. I was too excited to film anything but I will post a video up soon. And yes I know the points cover is upside down.
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Normally I'm not big fan of modded bikes but this one I like - very clean just bare minumim needed. Very nice!
And wondering - you cancelled rear brake?
K2-K6:
Bike looks really good, nice work.
I know we favour original intake generally on here, and mainly because it works so well. But also feel that general internet advice for jetting with pods etc doesn't fully appreciate the nuances of what changes in reality and how to compensate for that error.
Worthwhile looking at this thread http://www.sohc.co.uk/index.php/topic,22031.msg197883.html#msg197883 as it works through the same thing on a 750.
The ignition bias works on the basis of increased resistance but with smallest plug gap to push the spark into elongation, which has beneficial effect on running leaner mixtures. In other words, working with the effect that pods give instead of simply throwing more fuel at it.
eight0:
Thanks for the love.
Interesting points K2-K6.
I'm under no illusions its just going to ride great off the bat. I'll see how it goes and look at experimenting with increased resistance down the line.
The F1 also has the 2 smaller holes at the bottom of the emulsion tube, which I assume was due to the 4-1, not sure if that would help or make things worse.
Anyway as I said, I don't want to get into a deep tuning debate on here. I've seen what happens to people (I jest) ;D
philward:
--- Quote from: eight0 on April 12, 2021, 03:36:17 PM ---I've changed the oil and ran it again. No more metal.. must have been the kickstart (Phew). The charging is also working!
I'm still waiting on some things before I can ride it. I've ordered a dual 'airbox' which is almost like pods but nicer from http://www.steeldragonperformance.com/air_boxes_7.html but it hasn't arrived yet. No point in trying to tune it before they arrive, and I know they don't run as well without the stock airboxes so I won't be asking for advice on Jetting or tuning on here!
I have gone up to 40 on pilot and 110 on mains though which should put me in the ballpark before I embark on plug chops etc
I need to fabricate a plate bracket which will have to be side mounted.
I need to get the exhaust tip welded onto the reducer and the bracket mount to the pipe. Can't be riding it with it all hanging from the studs.
Aaaand I've just sent details through to footmanjames for an agreed value insurance quote.
Here's a picture just after I recently ran it, It does have the righthand foot controls on now. I was too excited to film anything but I will post a video up soon. And yes I know the points cover is upside down.
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Thats looking really nice! Great build
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