Chrome cylinder head cap

[Juancho76_imp]

Howdy fellers...trying to find some info on the removal of these chrome caps? Seems to me that they are snapped on with some adhesive? Attempting to remove without damage. I am fixated on removing and painting black!

Any info would be helpful. I'm about to order 4 because I feel impatient and know I'll probably damage them in removal process. Thx in advance!

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[Lord Popgun]

You need to remove the valve cover to remove them. And they do have adhesive in strategic spots (where the cover meets the head). A parts listing will show you what they look like.

https://www.partsfish.com/oemparts/a/hon/511a8d64f870022e4ccd3235/cylinder-head-cover Item 2

They don’t just pull out.

 

[Juancho76_imp]

Yeah...that's the answer I sort of knew was coming just didn't want to hear! Thanks Popgun!


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[GoldOxide_imp]

Kinda like the trend of your bike Juancho. Almost low-maintenance from the image snippet? No front fender, nicely matt-black headers, elimination of chrome caps, gaiters.

 

[Nachodaddy]

As an experiment, you might try coating them with gun-blue and getting the engine hot. Depending on the material in the metal, that could turn them a little darker without having to remove them. Like I said, it would be an experiment. Keep us posted and good luck.

 

[the Ferret]

why not just tape them off and spray them?

 

[Juancho76_imp]

why not just tape them off and spray them?

Thanks fellas!

Ferret, good idea. I'm probably going to give that a shot for the time being. Found four online, will sand and paint for future work.

Always have a plan b..c...d etc! Lol


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As an experiment, you might try coating them with gun-blue and getting the engine hot. Depending on the material in the metal, that could turn them a little darker without having to remove them. Like I said, it would be an experiment. Keep us posted and good luck.

Great option, didn't think of that. Have 4 ordered so that's my backup

Thanks


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Kinda like the trend of your bike Juancho. Almost low-maintenance from the image snippet? No front fender, nicely matt-black headers, elimination of chrome caps, gaiters.

Thanks G.. that's exactly what I'm trying to accomplish. Not a stripped see-through but a meaty simple naked. I'm trying to justify ordering some Kineo black wheels with gold nips. Just hard to spend half the bikes worth on a set of wheels. Really dig the classic look with updated tech!

I do believe I enjoy tinkering on it more than riding it. Lol

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[Nachodaddy]

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I do believe I enjoy tinkering on it more than riding it. Lol

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That is at least half the fun of owning a bike. One of the great things about this bike is that you don't have to pull off 100 pounds of tupperware to get to the fun parts.

 

[Juancho76_imp]

Kinda like the trend of your bike Juancho. Almost low-maintenance from the image snippet? No front fender, nicely matt-black headers, elimination of chrome caps, gaiters.

Thanks bud, that's the exact direction. Simple and subdued. I appreciate the compliment. Just ordered the black rear sets for the bike. Really hoping it helps the geometry of the ride fit.

The black Kineo spokes with gold nips are on my brain lately. Just cant pull the trigger on a wheelset that cost half as much as the bike worth..

still nice to look at!


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Thanks bud, that's the exact direction. Simple and subdued. I appreciate the compliment. Just ordered the black rear sets for the bike. Really hoping it helps the geometry of the ride fit.

The black Kineo spokes with gold nips are on my brain lately. Just cant pull the trigger on a wheelset that cost half as much as the bike worth..

still nice to look at!


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, you're absolutely correct!


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[Vic_imp]

awaiting updated pictures

 

[Juancho76_imp]

awaiting updated pictures

Decided to tape it all up and apply some rattlecan to them last night. Pretty happy the way they came out. Went with a gloss to pop off the flat engine color.

I also installed the SW Moto offset risers. Made the Rizoma old school handlebar feel a ton better.

Getting dialed in! Cheers fellas

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Some other angles..

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[GoldOxide_imp]

That is dang near stealth Juancho.

 

[treedoc_imp]

Beautiful bike Juancho

 

[Juancho76_imp]

Muchas gracias amigos! THIS bike just gets me smiling. Weird i have a 21 CB1000 sitting next to her but the 1100 gets most of my attention.

You guys have a great community as well. Can't say enough about the site and members. Makes the ownership just feel bigger in some respect. Kuddos for everyone on that! Great culture, i hope that never stops.

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[misterprofessionality]

Juancho: im not updated on the history of your bike, but were you the one to paint the gas tank, and if so what was the cost/what process did they use?

 

[Juancho76_imp]

I did, i noticed the pinch weld was starting to bubble and could see rust developing throughout. I purchased with 12k miles and probably ran or left out in the rain. FL has a ton of humidity 11 months out of the year.

I had a locally owned co preform a media blast and a light sand mix. He did a darn good job cleaning out the oxidation. We then decided to powder coat the tank. He charged me 150 for prep, and 150 for the tank. I thought that was very reasonable. He has done various projects for me before.

The emblems were bought on ebay. Metallic background and very good quality.

Removal and installation of the tank and inner pump was very easy. I'd say 30min to remove or install.


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[misterprofessionality]

Thats very interesting....ive been quoted well over 600 for prep/paint on a motorcycle gas tank near me. I was curious as to how it compared. Sounds like they were trying to rip me right off.

 

[DBM_imp]

What is the part number for those shocks?

 

[Vic_imp]

awaiting updated pictures

Decided to tape it all up and apply some rattlecan to them last night. Pretty happy the way they came out. Went with a gloss to pop off the flat engine color.

I also installed the SW Moto offset risers. Made the Rizoma old school handlebar feel a ton better.

Getting dialed in! Cheers fellas

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Some other angles..

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[Juancho76_imp]

What is the part number for those shocks?

Öhlins STX 36 Twin Shock Absorber HO 239


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