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The transformation of my CB - kennyw - 08-17-2015

I started out by by randomly buying a CB750C this spring. It was a good bike but ended up needing more attention than I had time for. This lead me to notice the new CB1100 when I went liking for a newer bike with fuel injection and ABS.

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After a little number crunching I brought home a used twin of the new one I test rode.

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The new bike was so much nicer to ride than a 30 year old bike with bad brakes. But I didn't have a way to carry stuff and keep it dry yet. I attempted to fit the rack of of the old bike as a temp fix but it didn't work out. [Link to be added later] This left me riding with a tank bag only to start with. It got the job done but didn't keep everything dry in heavy rain.

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My first real mod came in with ordering replacement mirrors from a CB500F. [Link to be added later] They are lower and slightly wider than the crome mirrors yet still OEM Honda parts for a great fit and finish.

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Next up was a cheap and easy mod. Metalmaven's license plate bracket to clean up the rear fender. [Link to be added later]

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Next I purchased a used Tiros-K seat as I find the stock seat uncomfortable after 45 minutes.

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This seat was far more comfortable on my commute because it was taller and wider than stock for more support.

A rear rack also arrived around the same time as the seat. However, the hardware kit escaped the package in route. I managed to scrounge up everything I needed at a decent hardware store while the store I purchased the rack from tracked down replacements.

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Of course I added the top box immediately after that as I was reusing it off of the old bike.

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The transformation of my CB - kennyw - 08-17-2015

Of course since I'm reusing accessories from my old bike where possible, I had this hideously large windscreen. After a 6" trim off the top it wad fitted.

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On a trip to Nebraska, I came across one of the best modifications from a SpaceX recruiter.

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After a day long ride around Mt Rainier, I realized that the Tiros-K seat wasn't going to work for me on long trips.

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I heard some good things about the Airhawkseat pad and wanted to try that before dropping $400 on a new seat. Unfortunately, it didn't feel right to me. I was disconnected from the bike and uneasy in the corners so it went back.

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The transformation of my CB - kennyw - 08-17-2015

So, the Tiros-K was sold and I picked up a Corbin to replace it. I also painted the inside of the windscreen hammered black.

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RE: The transformation of my CB - the Ferret - 08-17-2015

So what is next kenny?

RE: The transformation of my CB - kennyw - 08-17-2015

Rear turn signal relocation and ammo can saddle bags.
I will probably repaint the side covers as well.

The transformation of my CB - kennyw - 08-23-2015

Working on the turn signal relocation and a few paint changes.

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Of course my helpers didn't want to be left out.

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RE: The transformation of my CB - immgunn_imp - 08-24-2015

Great pictorial Kennyw. Thanks.

The transformation of my CB - kennyw - 08-24-2015

A little more progress on a prototype turn signal relocation bracket.

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I set this up to work worth metalmaven's plate bracket. I plan to send him the information to build it for a cleaner finished product. Either as a one piece bent plate or a pair of add-on parts like this. The challenge is in getting one design to work for both stock and aftermarket turn signals.

RE: The transformation of my CB - Randy B - 08-24-2015

(08-24-2015, 01:45 PM)kennyw_imp Wrote: A little more progress on a prototype turn signal relocation bracket.

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I set this up to work worth metalmaven's plate bracket. I plan to send him the information to build it for a cleaner finished product. Either as a one piece bent plate or a pair of add-on parts like this. The challenge is in getting one design to work for both stock and aftermarket turn signals.

I would think using the largest hole needed and supplying bushings would be the answer for that problem.

RE: The transformation of my CB - kennyw - 08-24-2015

Yes, other than lack of space. But I'll see what I can come up with. The 1" x 1" angle I used here is too small for the larger hole needed for stock turn signals.