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IMG_0959.MOV Welding exhaust and subframe brackets for the exhaust hangers is done. Wrapping the headers with header wrap. I'll post pics when done. Still sounds pretty good with mufflers on it. iPhone audio doesn't do it justice, it's still pretty loud.

A little too racey, thanks. I have become my younger hooligan self around my neighborhood. 98-99 RR swingarm. Not sure exactly how short but I think atleast an inch. It's definitely not bad at all though, still very stable and handles like a much lighter bike... would like to see what it weighs now. Took awhile to dial in the ride height/geometry, got lucky in that respect.

Wow, I just got back on... hoping to share some stuff. Sad it'll be gone. Thanks to you and all the members who have helped and inspired me to stick with my project. Hope there is some way to access the archives? Noticed some of my threads are no longer open... been some years, no big deal, but have gone to archive. Hate to say it's like a library building on fire! Save the books, save the knowledge! It was a good run... Thank you again for your hard work and dedication.

Just wrote out a long post and somehow I lost it trying to add attachments. I'll give the short version: -Sorry it's been forever! Life (wife, baby, work, move, property work, etc.) -Been quietly working on the bike I bought 5-6 years ago and rode twice. -Since the last time: cbr900 swingarm, honda/suzuki hybrid dogbone-linkage, suzuki shock, 180/60 rear, 520 chain and gearing, gp linkage, version 1 exhaust (pretty but not well thought out), version 2 exhaust (super simple and almost done) bodywork and subframe pretty much sorted, brackets, blah blah blah. Just trying to tie loose ends and finish the final welds and ride. I did actually have a few shake down runs with half an exhuast. There were a few minor things I needed to address but those I believe are taken care of. I was surprised of how well the suspension and handling came out. It is nothing like the sport tourer I bought 6 years ago. I might dare to say it's funner to ride than my rc51 that I sold. Changes direction quicker, stable, and maybe just as fast?! It's a blast to ride. Just gotta get it quieter!

I've only found cbr900rr swingarm conversions talkabout here. Nobody has got anything else to work? Heard about 600rr but the linkage didn't work or was too difficult. Just found this swingarm that looks awesome from a cbr650f. Never knew they even existed. Has a little room on the right side and shock mount is different. That could be a good thing, no linkage. Thoughts? I have no idea of dimensions.

AHHH! Told myself I would never be on facebook but I had to create an account just for this build. Christ, this guy is super meticulous almost to a fault. Don't get me wrong he does awesome work but it's never gonna be a rc45. He must have hundreds if not a thousand hours into this plus parts. I'm all about minimal time and money for a lighter weight, better performing, cooler looking vfr750. At the end of the day, if this guy crashed this masterpiece replica he's screwed.

I picked up the bike in sacramento. I should have stopped by your shop. Could've sworn seeing your posts on speedzilla or something back in the day? rc51 or crf450 supermoto stuff? It's been so long... maybe 8 years so I'm old and forgetful.

Thanks for those pics. That's what I'm going for or at least mimic. I've seen the rvf project youtube videos but that website is down. Really sucks, I wanted to see the progress. I don't think I would be capable or want to mod the frame like he did... there's gotta be a dual sided swingarm that would work without changing the rear pipes and just shimming the frame. Anyway, here's a pic a the bike with the tank cover sitting on top. I still need the tail to get the tank/tail/subframe relationship worked out. Anyone know what's up with tyga-performance.com? I ordered from them a long time ago, wanted to place another order but forgot my password. The site says they sent an email to recover my password but I haven't got it. Plus, there's no contact info... seems sketchy now. Anyway I need some TYGA parts! Anyone?

Thanks for the welcome. I actually signed up back in 2008 when I still owned bikes. After selling them and getting married I finally found a deal on a V4. So I'm back! I'll get some pics up tomorrow. Nothing special, only had the bike about a month. Rode it a few times now it's kinda stripped down. Been cold and rainy here in CA for a change, so it's a good time. I usually skim through the posts to find pictures as well.

Just bought a 95 750. Has Gixxer frontend conversion, two brothers full exhaust (right exit), and 8 spoke rear wheel. My intention is to make it a RC45 race replica... more specifically the lucky strike endurance bike. I've picked up a cbr900rr subframe and a vfr400 tank cover. I'll be modding the subframe to fit the tank cover and a rvf400 tail. Also need to source a fabricator for a custom 2.5-3 gallon aluminum tank. With that will be shortening the wiring harness, single projector headlight and making various mounting brackets for everything. Eventually would like to make a dual side high mount exhaust and double sided swingarm. I'll post pics when I get some progress. I also need to sell ALL the stock plastics, so let me know what you need. My first question is, has anyone used a rc51 swingarm on the rc36? I looked hear on the forum but only saw this done on an rc46 (800). Basically I want a double sided swingarm with that recessed area on the right for the exhaust. Just a shot in the dark, any advice or measurements would be greatly appreciated! Thanks