Oz GS1000 resto and GSX1100 cafe builds

[thebrandonbeezy]

I really think that the peoples of this group grudge against cafe bikes is when people build a bike like yours but do a flat rear hoop instead, slam the bike ,and dont take into consideration proper suspension geometry and basically build a hack job. Your bike is a very high quality cafe build that is definitely built to be ridden! Very top notch execution!

 

[blackhammer]

Yeh, definitely need to decide on mufflers before jetting and dyno, the exhaust it definitely louder with the overbore.
not sure what I'll do, didn't really want mufflers, wanted a twin yoshi look...but I don't want it to be offensive to ther road users or to give me a headache, just not sure what muffler style will look any good ......

cafe style bikes definitely polarise opinions with the community here, I find the style aesthetically pleasing, hence the build, but I also find the standard bikes design appealing. I can without doubt say, that I have learned to appreciate any kind of build, resto, resto mod, or cafe, where you can see the time, effort and expense people put into these bikes based purely on their passion and vision they have for the outcome that's in their minds eye at the start.

Also I wouldn't have chopped up a complete bike to do this build, the bike was really just a rolling frame and motor when I got it....but it's taken me 4ish years to get it to this point, and its cost a fair bit, but I'm very happy with it....

I almost feel a bit empty now it's finished....like I miss being able to fiddle around on it, no doubt that's why most on here get straight into another project after they finish one.

i will stick with suzukis, I will restore my PE250 next, then I think I will try to find an EFE to restore as a tourer, or maybe even do some kind of enduro/adventure conversion on a SV650...

Pete, I have no plans for the the 33's, I bought what parts I could get for them, but they are still missing 2 of cap thingys for vacuum sealing the ends of rod the slides are attached to. Are you thinking about 33s for the Kat?

I was naive when I started this build, on my estimations of time, effort and expense. But Im not Robinson Crusoe on that island, ive definitely learnt that after being on this forum for a while now, and seeing others trials and tribulations.

One thing is for sure, this forum and the people on it helped drive me to complete this build to what I think is a good standard, especially you guys that commented with encouragement and suggestions.

Sorry for the long post. It's hard to let go of the thread.

nate.

 

[Guest]

I understand 100% Nate, not even close to finishing the Kat yet and am already wondering what to do next! It'll likely be a refresh of the 450...

You'll definitely have to post up on the PE restoration, that'll be interesting, and an EFE? Yes please!

I haven't made a decision on carbs for the Kat yet aside from one of the other fellas loaning me his stock set to get it on the road when it's done (he has some tasty RS' on his for his 1360 motor). If you're looking to offload them then I could be interested for sure. Depends on $$$ at the moment as per usual but shoot me a PM if you want to offload them.

With your pipes, how much room is in them at the rear? I've seen heaps of baffles on eBay, maybe you could get a pair of them installed if there's some out there with the right diameter? Mounting seems to be one or two screws so might not be too intrusive.

Here's an example, first search result of "motorcycle baffle":


http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/Motorcyc...206298?hash=item1c61a3c21a:g:TkUAAOSwe7BWw~0g

 

[Buffalo Bill]

I really think that the peoples of this group grudge against cafe bikes is when people build a bike like yours but do a flat rear hoop instead, slam the bike ,and dont take into consideration proper suspension geometry and basically build a hack job. Your bike is a very high quality cafe build that is definitely built to be ridden! Very top notch execution!

Sums it up Brandon, plus we don't like open pipes, however I see no gripe posts in this thread. Mostly the peepes are quiet because blackhammer YOU DON"T NEED NO HELP!!! All your work is top notch, text book!!!!

 

[dorkburger]

Bike is looking damn fine! .. Love the exhaust. The copper tubing is for wiring I assume? That looks cool too.

 

[blackhammer]

Thanks fellas, but I did need a lot of help, and I've spent a lot of time searching threads on here. Without the GSR forums I wouldn't have been able to complete this bike, as well as help from guys like OZman and Chuck78.

i appreciate the kind words, I've not really spared any expense, and I've tried to find a balance between looks and performance, not just chase a specific look.

the one thing I did not replace was the stator though, and now I'm having trouble with charging again. I've tried tw0 (an 1100 one and the 1150 one that came with the motor) stators that I had that both looked in good condition, and running them both now has resulted in a drained battery after a hundred or so kms of riding....very inconvenient.
only test I've done is check Volts at idle for the 1150 one, 13.2 at 1000rpm...stupid me, didn't check when the revs were up, just assumed 13.2 was enough to charge even if it was reving during normal riding.
ill have to do more testing, I hope I haven't made an error with the wiring somehow or that the SSH rec isn't faulty.

pete, I've got packed baffles in the pipes already, first layer of packing is fibreglass, then steel wool Matt, it was ok before the overbore and head work, but now the bike is much louder. I think the only way to shut it up is to find some style of muffler to use. I'll msg you about the VM33s, I won't use them on anything, so they will just gather dust, I'll put them on eBay if you don't want them.

Yep Glen, all wiring through the copper, most people that have seen the bike really like it, you can't see it as much in the photos, but the polished and cleared copper is really bright, and I think gives a good colour contrast on the bike.

on a side note I've decided to do some work to the seat..raise it's height with more padding and cover the junction at the tank more neatly, shorten the seating area with padding to the back rest and paint the ducktail to match the tank.
It will be a whole new seat so can use this one again still.

 

[Guest]

Stators are always an issue on these! I can't remember if you changed your R/R out or not, but if you can get one of those SH775's then do that and the stator, you can't go wrong there.

This mob do Electrex World stators and I've had mine in the 450 hooked up to an SH775 for probably 5 years now and still going strong. They're good people to deal with too.

http://www.motorcycle-parts.com.au/

Best thing is disconnect the stator and measure that AC voltage at whatever RPM they recommend (I can't remember off the top of my head).

Got your PM thanks too!

Definitely keep us up to date with what you do with the pipes and seat... that'll give you something to keep this thread alive

 

[blackhammer]

Yeh, got a new Sh755 in there Pete, literally the only not 'new' part in the electronics is the stator.

you don't happen to know what I should be getting out of each phase of the stator do you? Actually I'll just search it, posplayer probably has it in a thread somewhere.

i don't want to buy a new stator if the fault is elsewhere...but with a new SH775 and a moto gadget m-unit there isn't much in there to go wrong.

 

[Guest]

Ah cool, you should be good R/R wise then.

On the 450, it's 75V AC at 5K RPM from memory, not sure if it's the same on the 4 cylinders or not, but yeah posplayer will definitely have it somewhere for sure.

 

[blackhammer]

still havent worked out the charging issues, been riding around using the battery only.

got the seat re-done... in leather now instead of vinyl, with some better padding. Also brought it up to cover the tank seam.

400kms so far on the new motor... 600 to go.

way too loud with just the baffles...police stopped me and admired the bike, but asked me to get some proper mufflers.

goes good, stops good, turns in like a champ

 

[Gregory]

Where is your battery located?

 

[blackhammer]

Squished under the rear of the seat.
tight fit.

 

[Guest]

Glad to hear she's running well Nate! Well, aside from the charging issue that is... hopefully you get that sorted real soon.

Did you get away with just a warning or did they write you an invitation to the policeman's ball?

 

[blackhammer]

Just noticed all my postimage.org picture links have died...
not sure what's happened, postimage tell me no changes at their end, but the links are broken nonetheless.

too many pics to go back through and repost them, so I'll let this thread die finally (wiping away a tear), with before and after pics.
ive enjoyed posting this build... so Ill have to start another I guess

as as I got it,

About half way,

Finished,

 

[Guest]

Bugger on the links mate but really glad you stuck some more up to finish it off, that is such an awesome job!

 

[blackhammer]

Thanks Pete, you've been there from the start of my posting mate and I appreciate the comments and kind words.

i really just log in here now to see how your Kat is coming, that thread is epic in posts and views.
its a good feeling when you finish, but it leaves you needing to start a new project to fill your time!

 

[Guest]

Any time Nate, always enjoy following along and seeing the results.

Glad to hear you're enjoying the Kat progress!

Yep I remember how it was to get the 450 done, looking forward to the Kat finish now too... I reckon I've got two things lined up already post-Kat... a refresh of the 450 once the Kat is bedded in, then the little YB100 sitting around the side of the house although no idea what I'll do with it yet.

So what's your next one?

 

[blackhammer]

YB100? Just had to google what that was, could make a cute little city scrambler...

ive got that PE250 I want to get registered and turn into some kinda of 2smoker street flat tracker.
but I also want a comfy 2 up long distance bike for the wife and I to get out and look at the country side, so at the moment that's developing into quite a long list of bikes to look at, a GS GK is on that list.
A friend has also just bought an 83 1100 Katana that has an 1150 motor in it, it's pretty rough and has asked me to fix it up and get it back to factory, so currently I'm hunting around for an 1100 motor.

 

[steve murdoch]

It sure did turn out nice.
With all the packing and repacking of baffles /mufflers that you did, any chance you have a video so we can hear those lovely pipes?

 

[Guest]

Yeah undecided on the YB... maybe a little brat style minimalist commuter or maybe even a track bike... I'm gonna look ridiculous on it either way

The PE sounds like fun! But getting something to take the other half out and about is important... decisions, decisions hey?

You'll have to post up what you do with the Kat, there can never be too many Kat threads or pic's...

And plus 1 to Steve, I'd love to hear those pipes too!