2018 Build Off Update!!

[Bunkster]

I’ve been putting an hour or 2 into this project when I can and when I can get parts or service on the cheap. After 2 years I was able to begin assembly. Had the frame powder coated after I put on a new engine plate, added larger support braces near the stem, lowered the axle mounting holes by an inch, relocated the rear fender mounts and the chain tensioning brackets.

 

[Bunkster]

Extended the front of the stock Baja seat by an inch to cover the non Baja tank. Redid the seat in bison hide and had someone embroider the back.

 

[Bunkster]

All the parts ready to go.

 

[Bunkster]

Front rim is from a Honda XR 70.. The hub is from a Honda CB 125 as is the front drum brake. The rear rubber is a Kenda 9 x 8 x 8. Stock Baja rear rim with a colored spacer to push the sprocket out to allow the chain to clear the rear tire.

 

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The rear fender was cut down and moved higher to accommodate the larger tire . Mounting holes for a rear tail light. Kept the rear drum brake but put on Honda shoes.

 

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I took the steering stem off the Baja and cold pressed it into the triple tree off a Honda CB 125. The new triple tree allowed for a head lamp and speedo bracket. The triple tree now fits the front shocks off the CB 125 which are configured for a front drum brake and a speedo drive. The head lamp bracket also has a spot to mount a horn.

 

[Bunkster]

The gas tank is from a Pagsta chopper. Had a local guy paint the tank, fender and headlamp,

 

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The handle bars were an eBay purchase and the switches, throttle cable and front Honda brake shoes were from Amazon or OldMiniBikes

 

[Bunkster]

Welding new battery box tomorrow. Need the box to house the battery and electric start switches.

 

[nblakeh]

Nice job! Looks like you have been putting a lot of time and thought into it. looking forward to seeing it completed!

 

[Bunkster]

Nice job! Looks like you have been putting a lot of time and thought into it. looking forward to seeing it completed!

A lot of internet searching and trips to the local bike boneyard. In the process I learned to weld, run electrical and tap and die.

 

[Mariah]

That bike sure does look nice, I bet you have 100's of hours in it already!

 

[Lizardking]

Clean build for sure! What power plant are you going to use?

 

[Bunkster]

@Lizardking. I built an electric start clone and have had to rewire it to move the switch into the battery box which will sit atop the engine. The box will house the electric distribution panel, starter switch and battery charger port. The electrical on the bike will be run off battery. I built one box in the past but it was a little small.

For the clone I have a Mikuni carb, Mod 2 cam, 22 lbs springs and a billet rod. Have not put in the cam, springs or rod until I can make sure I can get the right billet flywheel with the starter ring. It will be cruiser so I didn’t want to go crazy.

I had to go with a PRM jack shaft and ARC engine plate to accommodate moving the engine a little to the left so the front and rear sprockets line up. Not sure on exhaust yet. I have an older one from HRM but not sure if I’ll use it.

I know @FOMOGO and others have done some neat stuff and I’m always on the lookout for new ideas.

 

[Lizardking]

@Lizardking. I built an electric start clone and have had to rewire it to move the switch into the battery box which will sit atop the engine. The box will house the electric distribution panel, starter switch and battery charger port. The electrical on the bike will be run off battery. I built one box in the past but it was a little small.

For the clone I have a Mikuni carb, Mod 2 cam, 22 lbs springs and a billet rod. Have not put in the cam, springs or rod until I can make sure I can get the right billet flywheel with the starter ring. It will be cruiser so I didn’t want to go crazy.

I had to go with a PRM jack shaft and ARC engine plate to accommodate moving the engine a little to the left so the front and rear sprockets line up. Not sure on exhaust yet. I have an older one from HRM but not sure if I’ll use it.

I know @FOMOGO and others have done some neat stuff and I’m always on the lookout for new ideas.

I've seen a few of those big frame bikes with a 301 and the right mods become a beast.!!! Something to think about.

 

[nblakeh]

A lot of internet searching and trips to the local bike boneyard. In the process I learned to weld, run electrical and tap and die.

And that my folks is how you do it! LOL

 

[Bunkster]

@Tug, @danford1 and @mrpat

3 years ago you were nice enough to sub to my build. Wanted to give you an update!!!

 

[Bunkster]

@Moderator

 

[Bunkster]

Finished up the new battery box. Sent out for powder coat. Started to install the clone and mounting plate.

 

[Bunkster]

Dropped the danged headlamp and broke the lens. Having trouble finding a replacement. It was a cheapo Amazon purchase, no longer available, so I’m not that surprised. Hoping I don’t need to order a new one and get it repainted. The painter has been basically doing the work just for the cost of supplies and the goodwill tank is getting near empty.