misterprofessionality
Road warrior
i'm using the cheaper british gaiters, i too wonder how they compare.GoldOxide_imp said:
Whitehouse K17 mods...
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Bazbro_imp
Road warrior
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Yes! I DID order the clamps and... forgot to pick them up with the gaiters, so now I've gotta go back to collect them... and spend another half an hour or so chatting to the guys about "bikes"! 
The quality looks/feels really good, as you'd expect of a genuine Honda item. Only time will tell just how good they are.
The quality looks/feels really good, as you'd expect of a genuine Honda item. Only time will tell just how good they are.
2017EX_imp
Been there
Mr. T. could not tell me if the Honda clamps were black or silver, metal or plastic when I placed my order, so I hope you will post a pic of the clamps along with your impression of them!Bazbro_imp said:Yes! I DID order the clamps and... forgot to pick them up with the gaiters, so now I've gotta go back to collect them... and spend another half an hour or so chatting to the guys about "bikes"!
The quality looks/feels really good, as you'd expect of a genuine Honda item. Only time will tell just how good they are.
Bazbro_imp
Road warrior
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Will do, 2017EX!
I thought you might all be interested in this... The making of my inexpensive motorcycle work bench...
Motorcycle benches here in the UK are very expensive, starting at about £300 minimum for cheap/basic. I saw on YouTube that a guy had altered his "m/c under-engine lift" into a hydraulic bench (link at end) and I copied him. Briefly, he cut his engine-lift in half, joined the bottom together for strength, and put a work bench bolted to the top supports. It still works in exactly the same way - an 'opening' parallelogram, but 'stretched'!
I had a hydraulic 'bike lifter - the sort that goes under the engine. OK for my trials BSA but no good, really, to work on the CB safely. It cost me about £34 a few years ago. With an additional £60-£70 spent on wood and steel, plus bolts, etc., the end result has cost me well under £130. I'm very pleased with it.
The raw materials. The narrow plank is just to work out lengths and positions of bolt holes, etc., so I dont have to manhandle the big sheets. The strip of metal angle was inadequate and has been replaced by lengths of stronger steel.
Cut here!
The two halves.
Gauging the lengths and how the parts will bolt back together.
Drilling the holes to fix the steel angle.
Cleaning up the cut ends.
Ring bolts fitted to existing bolts for securing the m/cycle on the bench.
Bolting up the bench.
Finished! With short access ramp. I might make that a bit longer in the light of experience.
My inspiration:
Thanks, PrometheanLiver.
I thought you might all be interested in this... The making of my inexpensive motorcycle work bench...
Motorcycle benches here in the UK are very expensive, starting at about £300 minimum for cheap/basic. I saw on YouTube that a guy had altered his "m/c under-engine lift" into a hydraulic bench (link at end) and I copied him. Briefly, he cut his engine-lift in half, joined the bottom together for strength, and put a work bench bolted to the top supports. It still works in exactly the same way - an 'opening' parallelogram, but 'stretched'!
I had a hydraulic 'bike lifter - the sort that goes under the engine. OK for my trials BSA but no good, really, to work on the CB safely. It cost me about £34 a few years ago. With an additional £60-£70 spent on wood and steel, plus bolts, etc., the end result has cost me well under £130. I'm very pleased with it.
The raw materials. The narrow plank is just to work out lengths and positions of bolt holes, etc., so I dont have to manhandle the big sheets. The strip of metal angle was inadequate and has been replaced by lengths of stronger steel.
Cut here!
The two halves.
Gauging the lengths and how the parts will bolt back together.
Drilling the holes to fix the steel angle.
Cleaning up the cut ends.
Ring bolts fitted to existing bolts for securing the m/cycle on the bench.
Bolting up the bench.
Finished! With short access ramp. I might make that a bit longer in the light of experience.
My inspiration:
Nice work, Bazbro.
the Ferret
Road warrior
Interesting. You can never have enough ramp length imo
Bazbro_imp
Road warrior
Thread starter
And width too. It's nice to be able have tools (big tools too) laid out in the bench where you're working. But it's s balance because I only have a small workshop/garage.The ferret_imp said:
Bazbro_imp
Road warrior
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Saw the 'bike for the first time on Friday... Woo hoo!!
I also spotted a bit of damage I wasn't aware of - one rear-view mirror scraped and the handlebar end weight graunched. No big problem.
The plastic of the instrument housing has a slight scrape that I may be able to sort. Anyone know if the plastic housing is available as a separate item? My parts guy will know, but I'm not seeing him until next week.
But... a BIG problem with the hitch on my trailer, so I wasn't able to bring the 'bike home, despite heaving and sweating for over an hour in the pouring rain...
I'll get a motorcycle delivery service to bring it down (300+ miles).
The Samurider rear light has arrived now, to be delivered tomorrow, so I can get on and make the 'bike roadworthy.
If only I had the 'bike...
I also spotted a bit of damage I wasn't aware of - one rear-view mirror scraped and the handlebar end weight graunched. No big problem.
The plastic of the instrument housing has a slight scrape that I may be able to sort. Anyone know if the plastic housing is available as a separate item? My parts guy will know, but I'm not seeing him until next week.
But... a BIG problem with the hitch on my trailer, so I wasn't able to bring the 'bike home, despite heaving and sweating for over an hour in the pouring rain...
I'll get a motorcycle delivery service to bring it down (300+ miles).
The Samurider rear light has arrived now, to be delivered tomorrow, so I can get on and make the 'bike roadworthy.
If only I had the 'bike...
Lord Popgun
Road warrior
Brazbro,
Pretty much all the meter parts are available. Here is a link that show them. Its a '17 model as we don't have '18 models in the US so its not shown. I'm pretty sure there are on-line parts houses in the UK, but right at the moment I don't have a link for any.
But this will give you the idea: https://www.partsfish.com/oemparts/a/hon/5907902087a8660d54fac32e/meter
Pretty much all the meter parts are available. Here is a link that show them. Its a '17 model as we don't have '18 models in the US so its not shown. I'm pretty sure there are on-line parts houses in the UK, but right at the moment I don't have a link for any.
But this will give you the idea: https://www.partsfish.com/oemparts/a/hon/5907902087a8660d54fac32e/meter
Bazbro_imp
Road warrior
Thread starter
Many thanks, Popgun. That looks good.
I have looked at UK parts places in the past - ill do some searches.
But thanks for that link.
I have looked at UK parts places in the past - ill do some searches.
But thanks for that link.
Houtman_imp
Road warrior
Nothing is ever simple with our hobbies !Bazbro_imp said:Saw the 'bike for the first time on Friday... Woo hoo!!
I also spotted a bit of damage I wasn't aware of - one rear-view mirror scraped and the handlebar end weight graunched. No big problem.
The plastic of the instrument housing has a slight scrape that I may be able to sort. Anyone know if the plastic housing is available as a separate item? My parts guy will know, but I'm not seeing him until next week.
But... a BIG problem with the hitch on my trailer, so I wasn't able to bring the 'bike home, despite heaving and sweating for over an hour in the pouring rain...
I'll get a motorcycle delivery service to bring it down (300+ miles).
The Samurider rear light has arrived now, to be delivered tomorrow, so I can get on and make the 'bike roadworthy.
If only I had the 'bike...
Bazbro—and popgun—this is a pretty good international parts site, Genuine parts for Honda 2018 CB 1100 EX - Honda
Lord Popgun
Road warrior
Thanks Cormanus,
I'll save that link in my favorites!
I'll save that link in my favorites!
Bazbro_imp
Road warrior
Thread starter
Yes, thanks Cormanus - that's not a link I've seen before and it looks a good 'un!
That's a "favourite" for me too .
That's a "favourite" for me too .
Bazbro_imp
Road warrior
Thread starter
While I was sizing the 'bike and trailer up, I replaced the broken handlebar levers and fitted the new ones.
It would not have been possible for me alone to have moved the 'bike without use of the front brake. I was hoping to use the engine to pull the 'bike onto the trailer, hence fitting the clutch lever too, but... the battery was flat! I'd assumed it would be, but ya never know.
I couldn't believe how much heavier the CB is than my BMW - a good 55 pounds heavier. Now I'm getting older it's becoming surprisingly difficult to move big motorcycles about, something I never even thought about just a few years ago. As my dear old Dad used to say "Don't grow old, Son!". As if we have any choice!
It would not have been possible for me alone to have moved the 'bike without use of the front brake. I was hoping to use the engine to pull the 'bike onto the trailer, hence fitting the clutch lever too, but... the battery was flat! I'd assumed it would be, but ya never know.
I couldn't believe how much heavier the CB is than my BMW - a good 55 pounds heavier. Now I'm getting older it's becoming surprisingly difficult to move big motorcycles about, something I never even thought about just a few years ago. As my dear old Dad used to say "Don't grow old, Son!". As if we have any choice!
the lodger_imp
First service completed
I only notice the weight when shoving the bike around and when pumping up my motorcycle ramp. BTW please do be careful when using your new ramp that it is capable of taking the weight and that the bike is stable when on it. Sorry for stating the obvious but you don't want any disasters I'm sure .
Bazbro_imp
Road warrior
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Thanks, Lodger. Yes, I've taken all that into consideration. The 'bike will not only be strapped to the bench front and rear (so a strap could be temporarily removed if working in that area), but it will also be "suspended" by a safety strap from an overhead loading winch I have in my garage (used for moving heavy items).
You can see the strapping points here...
My first job will be swapping the rear mudguard and rear light which, ironically, will NOT involve lifting the ramp up!
You can see the strapping points here...
My first job will be swapping the rear mudguard and rear light which, ironically, will NOT involve lifting the ramp up!
the lodger_imp
First service completed
Bazbro
Good to see you have the ramp thing covered ( I can sleep easy now ! ).
Can you not just buy standard parts from your local Honda dealer ?
Cheers
Good to see you have the ramp thing covered ( I can sleep easy now ! ).
Can you not just buy standard parts from your local Honda dealer ?
Cheers
Bazbro_imp
Road warrior
Thread starter
Yes, I am buying standard parts from my local Honda dealer. All the parts so far, rear mudguard, engine case, levers, gaiters, and now mirror and bar weight. The rear light is Samurider from Japan, as will most/all the other Whitehouse bits.the lodger_imp said:
I particularly wanted a good relationship with the dealer, which fortunately I have (in case I get any big technical problems).
And I'm glad you're sleeping easy!!
