keef Posted September 11, 2015 Share Posted September 11, 2015 Well, it's a tiny tank, 14 litres, no idea in gallons. In comparison, a ktm 640 motard had an 11 L tank, and a 5th gen Vfr has 21L They may have done it to keep weight down. I had my old gsxr 711 down to 190 wet. I didn't realise how porky the Vfr was- that motor is heavy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VFRMarc Posted September 12, 2015 Share Posted September 12, 2015 Apparently money - and time - was no object. Very nice, though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted September 12, 2015 Author Share Posted September 12, 2015 Well, it's a tiny tank, 14 litres, no idea in gallons. In comparison, a ktm 640 motard had an 11 L tank, and a 5th gen Vfr has 21L They may have done it to keep weight down. I had my old gsxr 711 down to 190 wet. I didn't realise how porky the Vfr was- that motor is heavy. You're making me want to go buy scales now so I can get a more accurate number... lol Roughly 4 liters in a gallon, the VFR's all have similar size tanks, right around 5.8 gallons. I'm not sure where else I could save weight without making drastic changes. I already have a tiny battery. Apparently money - and time - was no object. Very nice, though. Thank you Marc. The whole bike was built on a pretty tight budget. Just about all the parts were in good used condition. I spent a lot of time shopping for good deals. I did put in an enormous amount of time. This project spanned more than 5 years while I did pretty much all the work you see now. All the sanding, painting, designing, cleaning, wrenching... all me... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer apexandy Posted September 12, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted September 12, 2015 I'm not sure where else I could save weight without making drastic changes. I already have a tiny battery. I've come to the same conclusion. I've weighed mine with a bathroom scale (one wheel at a time, add both numbers), and the local department of transport scale, both times I came up with close to 415 lbs dry (no fuel). Which is quite similar to your numbers Seb. Which does represent a 70lb weight savings over stock however! Lighter wheels, different swingarm… after that it's basically shaving grams from other parts. Although custom headers would probably help me a little… Bike still looks amazing Seb!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keef Posted September 12, 2015 Share Posted September 12, 2015 Forged wheels are about all you've got left. And maybe brake tech carbon rotors. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted September 12, 2015 Author Share Posted September 12, 2015 I'm not sure where else I could save weight without making drastic changes. I already have a tiny battery. I've come to the same conclusion. I've weighed mine with a bathroom scale (one wheel at a time, add both numbers), and the local department of transport scale, both times I came up with close to 415 lbs dry (no fuel). Which is quite similar to your numbers Seb. Which does represent a 70lb weight savings over stock however! Lighter wheels, different swingarm… after that it's basically shaving grams from other parts. Although custom headers would probably help me a little… Bike still looks amazing Seb!! So if I subtract 34lb of fuel, I come out with a lighter bike than yours :tongue2: I have to say, the Two Brothers header is very light. I could switch to a carbon can and save bit, drop 15-20lbs switching to a conventional swingarm and wheel... but I like my can and swingarm. It is what it is! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer apexandy Posted September 12, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted September 12, 2015 You win this round Seb! But I still own the category of "most girly color" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Dutchy Posted September 12, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted September 12, 2015 and "Flappy Honda Wings Award"..... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted September 12, 2015 Author Share Posted September 12, 2015 You win this round Seb! But I still own the category of "most girly color" lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Phantom Posted September 13, 2015 Share Posted September 13, 2015 and "Flappy Honda Wings Award"..... Oh that's just mean :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted September 13, 2015 Author Share Posted September 13, 2015 Yeah, little below the belt... he's not the only one to have done it. Right Austin? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted September 14, 2015 Author Share Posted September 14, 2015 Finally heard back from BikeExif... "Hi Sebastian Thanks for your mail, and sorry for only responding nowit's been a little crazy here! Nice work on the VFR, however we feel it's not quite right for Bike EXIF, so we're going to pass on featuring it. All the best Wes" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marriedman Posted September 14, 2015 Share Posted September 14, 2015 WTF is that supposed to mean? They can feature shit bomb CB750's and Ducati scramblers, but your bike is not quite right for them? I think Bullshit Hipster Bike Video's is spot on about that website. They like the idea of bikes as art, not bikes. http://hipsterbikevideos.com/ Just in case you aren't familiar with that site. Lots of fun. Seb, your work is fantastic. Don't read into that email too much. 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer YoshiHNS Posted September 15, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted September 15, 2015 Move on to the next bike magazine. There are surely a couple others out there that are worthwhile. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
N8sVFR Posted September 16, 2015 Share Posted September 16, 2015 Seb - simply beautiful. Marvelous machine work, glass and carbon fiber work. You've managed to merge all of the stock bits along with your custom fabricated parts into a GORGEOUS machine. I tip my hat to you, Sir. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Mikey Posted September 20, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted September 20, 2015 Amazing work, beautiful bike Seb! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer CasualSwede Posted September 29, 2015 Member Contributer Share Posted September 29, 2015 Nice work on the VFR, however we feel it's not quite right for Bike EXIF, so we're going to pass on featuring it. All the best Wes" Their loss... I'm a little disappointed they're limiting their niche to the cafe and scrambler scene strictly... A well-done custom bike can transcend these borders. *shrugs* Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted November 4, 2015 Author Share Posted November 4, 2015 Chasing a new magazine opportunity... and, I finally bought some pics from Killboy & co. 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
keny Posted November 4, 2015 Share Posted November 4, 2015 Nice Seb Ride like a champ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted February 11, 2016 Author Share Posted February 11, 2016 My bike was featured by Worldwide Bomber, a streetfighter/custom bike magazine based in Finland. The text is the same as the previous feature in Super Streetbike, but they did a nicer job on the pics by presenting it as a magazine layout. Older issue so no subscription needed to view! Just click here: http://www.worldwidebombermagazine.com/issues/issue8/#/article/26/page/1 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiKenG Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 Hey SEBSPEED, looks like you used CBR1000RR4/5 fork legs, what about the yokes/triple clamps? Top looks like CB1000R, yes? What about the bottom, same? Are your forks at 214mm spacing/width? Any problems with the rad and tyre clearance with those shorter forks? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted February 22, 2016 Author Share Posted February 22, 2016 Yes, 2005 forks. Top yoke is CB1000R, bottom is custom billet. Spacing is 214mm. Clearance is tight, but no issues yet. I lengthened the forks internally, and the CB top has a bit of drop to it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiKenG Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 Thanks for your confirmation on the fork parts. Why make your own bottom yoke though? Surely you could have used one from a CBR1000RR (or even 929 or 954) or RVT? Not criticising, just wondering if there's any reason and that I should look out for. Also, what preparation did you perform on the fork outers prior to spraying? Did you sand them down at all and/or use any primer? I've long wanted to find that colour for forks. Now I have to find a way to obtain that paint in the UK. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted February 22, 2016 Author Share Posted February 22, 2016 I wanted 35mm offset. No primer on the fork tubes, just a scrubbing with a scuff pad. It is a bit fragile, but looks great Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiKenG Posted February 22, 2016 Share Posted February 22, 2016 The fork colour certainly looks great. I guess I'll find out how fragile. Regarding the fork offset, surely if the CB1000R has the 35mm you want (as it must be if you use that top yoke), could you not have used the CB1000R bottom yoke also? Was there a reason why that would not fit? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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