scoot's guide to some "cheap" cafe racer mods

[scooticus_imp]

Good Day,

Sorry for the misleading topic but I have been searching for some cafe racer mods in the forum to no avail as most of the members here seem to have parts fabricated. AsussieFlyer's mod is one such example. While it is unique, there are some of us who wants a cafe racer look but simply did not have the resources to fabricate but would prefer to purchase parts if available. I am one of such example.

It started off with the dilemma of deciding between the thruxton and CB11 to purchase. I would have to admit that in Malaysia, Thruxton is cheaper ( around usd 18k as compared to the CB11 at us 24k. ( Malaysia is one of the most expensive places to own vehicles due to our tax ). After months of searching and exploring, I found that it would be safer to go with the triumph as it's a cafe racer out of the box. Coupled with some british customs mods and i have a gorgeous looking bike. Honda's in the other hand has been very reliable and i have to admit that i have grown up with honda's and they have been robust, reliable and dependable. It is the cafe racer look that seems to be of a challenge. Nevertheless, I decided to jump into the unknown and make something for myself. This to me would be a basic template for people who wants a CB11 cafe racer but find it difficult to fabricate parts on their own.

My definition of "cheap" means that all the mods that you see only requires your credit card and some patience waiting for the shipment to arrive. Understand this, purchasing online incurs postage charges and local taxes ( ouch.. found out the hard way ). No customised parts from your local store required and all you need is a fairly good mechanic to assemble it for you or yourself if you have the time and the patience.

I will break this post into a few parts and hopefully be able to help some new members to change the look of their bikes without having to worry if it fits. I would list down what i got for myself and where to purchase it. This is in no way an expert's advice but serves as a documented guide on

1. the look I wanted
2. what was done
3. where i got it from
4. the result and conclusion

to make something from stock :



to this



To be continued........

Cheers
Scoot

[the Ferret]

I'm still trying to catch my breath after reading that a CB 1100 cost $24K USD in Malaysia. Holy cow!

and people think they are overpriced here!

[scooticus_imp]

I'm still trying to catch my breath after reading that a CB 1100 cost $24K USD in Malaysia. Holy cow!

and people think they are overpriced here!

[url=http://jalopnik.com/the-ten-most-expensive-places-to-buy-a-car-1256855393]malaysia ranks no 2 for most expensive for automobile purchases

[url=http://www.mudah.my/Malaysia/Motorcycles-1040/cb1100-for-sale?lst=0&fs=1&q=cb1100&cg=1040&w=3&so=1&st=s]aftermarket cb1100 on sale ala malaysian craiglist

I can't really say i'm proud of it but this is reality for an everyday Malaysian.

Cheers
Scoot

[the Ferret]

Read your links and wow, quite eye opening.

Im surprised you kept the chrome fenders, large rear tailight, and large turn signals. Samurider makes front and rear fenders much more cafe racer style.

[grover_imp]

Ouch. That heavy import tax...at least Malaysian domestic industries are well protected!


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[flynrider]

I'm still trying to catch my breath after reading that a CB 1100 cost $24K USD in Malaysia. Holy cow!

and people think they are overpriced here!

[url=http://jalopnik.com/the-ten-most-expensive-places-to-buy-a-car-1256855393]malaysia ranks no 2 for most expensive for automobile purchases

[url=http://www.mudah.my/Malaysia/Motorcycles-1040/cb1100-for-sale?lst=0&fs=1&q=cb1100&cg=1040&w=3&so=1&st=s]aftermarket cb1100 on sale ala malaysian craiglist

I can't really say i'm proud of it but this is reality for an everyday Malaysian.

Cheers
Scoot

Yikes! That's over $16K for a used 2011!

[Inline4_imp]

OK scooticus. First of all, Welcome to the forum!
Secondly, your CB in "Out of the box" white is a real beauty! Really, really a pretty CB1100.




HOWEVER, the silver transformation is visually stunning! WOW, and WOW again!!!!
Is this your bike before you installed the 4-into4 pipes?
[url=http://smg.photobucket.com/user/z1zr7/media/SilverCB1100A_zpsd1bdf8e5.jpg.html]
In my eyes, the silver CB with spokes is the most beautiful piece of machinery ever assembled!
Oh my gosh! Yea, I think your bike is pretty cool.
If I could get a marriage license for a motorcycle, I would marry that bike and hold, coddle, clean her for the rest of my life.
The best I can do right now is get my spare tank painted to match the side covers of my 2013. After spending big bucks for a Nojima exhaust, I doubt I will ever save up enough pennies to buy spoked wheels.
Having said all that, your CB is king!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Well, maybe QUEEN!

[Inline4_imp]

Hahaha!!!!
Looks like I killed this thread too!
Not my intention though. I get carried away when I see a beautiful work of art.

[Papa Weeley_imp]

Wow, that silver IS just fantastic looking.
Did I mention, 'WOW'???

[scooticus_imp]

Humble apologies for the late in postings as I have been quite busy with preparations for the implementation of GST in Malaysia due in April. It occurred to me that i was supposed to follow up on my topic and here i am.

I will start with the what was purchased and done to the bike to the best that i can describe so kindly bear with me if my " engrish " is not up to scratch.

For the transformation from stock to what you see now. Here is what i got and the links to where to get the items from :

1. A Honda CB1100ex | make 2014 | registered 2015 |

2. Yamamoto Clip on bars | samurider | [url=http://www.samurider.com/?p=14513]samurider link | Price - 40,000Yen |


3. KanDH Solo seats | samurider | [url=http://www.samurider.com/?p=21826]samurider link | price - 57,000Yen |


4. Front brake adjust bolt | samurider | [url=http://www.samurider.com/?p=13151]samurider link | price - 9,000Yen |


5. Napolean cafe racer bar end mirrors | [url=http://www.amazon.com/Napoleon-Mirrors-AP-101-Replacement-Mirror/dp/B004WPQZTE/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1427221120&sr=8-2&keywords=napoleon+bar+end+mirrors]amazon link | price - 30 use each ( 60usd total exl shipping ) |


6. Pipemasters 4 to 4 exhaust | pipemasters au | [url=http://info@pipemasters.net%20]email Peter Gray | price - approx 2300 aud ( inc shipping ) |




7. o2 sensor eliminator | ebay | [url=http://www.ebay.com/itm/o2-Oxygen-Lambda-Sensor-Eliminator-Set-Blanking-Plug-HONDA-CB-1100-2013-2014-/221639679815%20pt=UK_Motorcycle_Parts_13&hash=item339ac11f47&vxp=mtr]ebay link | Price - approx 15 pounds each | total - 2 x 15 pounds ( excluding shipping ) | cb1100ex have 2 o2 sensors instead of 1.

8. Custom paint job done locally | Colour from white to silver | Price - 300aud |

cost in aud for the bike : 30,500
cost in aud for add ons : 3,858
total cost in aud : 34, 358
here are some of the pictures of the bike at mint condition.
here is the bike stripped
here is the the pipe master going into the bike
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