SEBSPEED Posted February 23, 2016 Author Share Posted February 23, 2016 I don't remember exactly why, it was either to do with tube size, or reverse drop of the yoke, or maybe a combination. In any case, I wanted the beefy billet lower so I had it made. One of the very few things I didn't do myself. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiKenG Posted February 23, 2016 Share Posted February 23, 2016 Understood. In truth, Honda don't make the best looking bottom yokes. I like the idea of a wide clamp with 3 bolts entering from the rear and hence largely hidden from view. So having a bottom yoke made is an option I have considered. Can you confirm though the CB1000R uses a 35 mm offset? The VFR is 40mm and the CBR/RVT etc is 30mm IIRC, so the CB1000R is in between? I have no data on that bike (apart from using handlebars and other things on my FireFighter). I wasn't aware it is not the usual 30mm. Or maybe I was and simply forgot. Now where was I... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted February 23, 2016 Author Share Posted February 23, 2016 It is 35mm. I found that data through research, and verified by measuring the part myself before commissioning the new lower. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiKenG Posted February 23, 2016 Share Posted February 23, 2016 Hmmm. Food for thought. Thanks Seb (I assume it's Seb, correct me if I'm wrong) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted February 23, 2016 Author Share Posted February 23, 2016 Just don't call me late for dinner Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrQuetzal Posted February 28, 2016 Share Posted February 28, 2016 hohohoh is so beuty! esta jodidamente hermosa! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiKenG Posted March 25, 2016 Share Posted March 25, 2016 Seb, could you explain more about refinishing the engine. You said "soda blast", but was that something you did, or did you take the engine somewhere? Was all the cleaning and painting done while the engine was complete? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted March 25, 2016 Author Share Posted March 25, 2016 All the cleaning and painting was done with the motor assembled. I did the soda blasting myself, I used a hopper-style blasting gun with grocery store baking soda. I did a thorough clean and degrease before blasting, and washed it a few times more before primer. I did the soda blasting in my driveway, it washes away easily with water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BiKenG Posted March 25, 2016 Share Posted March 25, 2016 Thanks for that. I think I want to go black engine, so good to get the low down on how you did it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted March 25, 2016 Author Share Posted March 25, 2016 I hate painting engines, if I were rich I'd break it down and have it all powdercoated Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Kel Posted March 25, 2016 Member Contributer Share Posted March 25, 2016 Man, step away from VFRD for awhile and this is going on. Late to the party but nicely done Seb! Haven't been over to CustomStreetFighters lately either where I'm sure you had a thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted April 14, 2016 Author Share Posted April 14, 2016 Looks nice. Man, step away from VFRD for awhile and this is going on. Late to the party but nicely done Seb! Haven't been over to CustomStreetFighters lately either where I'm sure you had a thread. Thanks Kel Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted June 21, 2016 Author Share Posted June 21, 2016 Bike is FOR SALE, to fund the next project! Message me if interested! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Veefer800Canuck Posted June 21, 2016 Share Posted June 21, 2016 Somebody is gonna get a hella nice bike. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sweeper Posted June 22, 2016 Share Posted June 22, 2016 You should buy it, then you would own my two favorite VFR's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer CasualSwede Posted November 6, 2016 Member Contributer Share Posted November 6, 2016 Hey Seb, a few questions, maybe others could find them useful.  When you cut the wiring tunnel at the front of the tank, did it actually intrude into the tank, or was it just a lip/stamping that you were cutting? And for your rear brake line routing, any thought process on drilling locations in the swingarm for pass-throughs?  Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tman12377 Posted April 25, 2017 Share Posted April 25, 2017 Hey mate I just bought my project vfr 750 street fighter today do you know what tails are compatible with it? It came with a damaged cbr1000rr tail  Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted April 26, 2017 Author Share Posted April 26, 2017 You can make anything fit, if you have the tools and talent to do so. The only tail that bolts on directly, is the original... Â Good luck with it, and have fun! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Millertime19d Posted July 28, 2017 Share Posted July 28, 2017 Good morning. I absolutely love this build, along with the lighter blue build which is why that is my primary choice for a final color, or a gunmetal grey. Regardless, my question is what has everyone had the best luck with in regards to front end swaps, to include upside down forks and clamps? I have the possibility to get my hands on a blown motor and stripped 929 parts bike. Just curious what everyone recommends. By the way, '96 750F for reference Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted February 25, 2018 Author Share Posted February 25, 2018 On 11/6/2016 at 12:30 AM, CasualSwede said: Hey Seb, a few questions, maybe others could find them useful.  When you cut the wiring tunnel at the front of the tank, did it actually intrude into the tank, or was it just a lip/stamping that you were cutting? And for your rear brake line routing, any thought process on drilling locations in the swingarm for pass-throughs?  Thanks!  Sorry for the late response folks...  The cut did penetrate the tank cavity. I actually sliced the tank and rolled the edge over into the tank, then welded it shut.  On the swingarm - I routed the line through one of the larger forward openings toward the rear, and out the existing drain hole which I opened to a larger size to allow the banjo fitting to pass through.  On 7/28/2017 at 11:00 AM, Millertime19d said: Good morning. I absolutely love this build, along with the lighter blue build which is why that is my primary choice for a final color, or a gunmetal grey. Regardless, my question is what has everyone had the best luck with in regards to front end swaps, to include upside down forks and clamps? I have the possibility to get my hands on a blown motor and stripped 929 parts bike. Just curious what everyone recommends. By the way, '96 750F for reference   Hello & thanks, the 929 is a good choice, if i'm not too late to say so. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zar Posted May 25, 2019 Share Posted May 25, 2019 What adapters were used to connect the subframe to the main frame? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SEBSPEED Posted May 26, 2019 Author Share Posted May 26, 2019 4 hours ago, Zar said: What adapters were used to connect the subframe to the main frame?  I fabricated them from scratch, from aluminum stock. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Member Contributer Captain 80s Posted November 14, 2019 Member Contributer Share Posted November 14, 2019 So cool. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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