I have noticed in several places that R6 forks are a popular upgrade. Is it because of co$t , easy retrofit or because they are so damn good?
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The Punisher
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I think the older r6 forks are used often because they are thicker, tunable, and are still conventional configuration so the bike still looks the era while having a better suspension set up. Atleast that's why I like them
I believe it is because they are relatively available at reasonable prices and a relatively easy retrofit although unless you are a machinest with equipment the parts for the conversion can be pricey. Lastly they are larger diameter forks with much newer technology which should improve handling. For me it really just came down to looks for this build. The fork tubes center to center are much wider and I didn't like the way they looked with a stock mag. The forks were also the shortest of my three sets and the taller forks gave me more of the look I am seeking. If I go crazy cafe build on my 77 xs after completing this project I may use them provided I can make the rear wheel work for me. In my opinion the front forks look great with the R6 rim in it. Just need the rear to match. It's doable but not a great fit for this build. Fortunately I have a few options.
I have also been stripping the frame on the build especially as related to the engine mount modifications I am pursuing as discussed in the Good Vibrations thread. No sense in duplicating the ground I have covered in relation to those aspects of this project here in this thread.
Suffice it to say that there are many issues involved and problems to be solved.
"We do these things, not because they are easy.
But because they are hard"
I have a desire to build. Not merely assemble.
I have been and continue to be inspired by so many that have come through this forum that create.... my aspiration is to combine the same creativity, attention to details, and craftsmanship that has been displayed on these pages for far longer than I have been around.
The talent and knowledge within this forum is the very reason I chose the xs650 platform to use.
No question that many of the purists shake their heads and roll their eyes at my postings.
And that's ok. I also know there are others that get it and are generous with their knowledge.
The process is ongoing although not yet full tilt.
Still a lot of cool stuff to come ahead.
Suffice it to say that there are many issues involved and problems to be solved.
"We do these things, not because they are easy.
But because they are hard"
I have a desire to build. Not merely assemble.
I have been and continue to be inspired by so many that have come through this forum that create.... my aspiration is to combine the same creativity, attention to details, and craftsmanship that has been displayed on these pages for far longer than I have been around.
The talent and knowledge within this forum is the very reason I chose the xs650 platform to use.
No question that many of the purists shake their heads and roll their eyes at my postings.
And that's ok. I also know there are others that get it and are generous with their knowledge.
The process is ongoing although not yet full tilt.
Still a lot of cool stuff to come ahead.
Project has been in a holding pattern.
Installed new front door and had some repairs on the front porch which has of course turned into a complete makeover of sorts. Most all of that has been completed excepting the fresh paint but most of the caulking, cleaning, and scraping has been done. Also getting some tidbits done on the powdercoating oven project. Should wrap up the cabinet this month and be down to building the door for completion.
Latest update on the frame.
After some visualization efforts I have a direction formulated in regards to the engine mounting so I have continued with the stripping.
I have most of the extraneous gussets and tabs removed and although there is some more cleaning up to do as well as some building up.
As this frame is going to be powercoated there will be no bondo (mud or whatever; a rose by any other name..) used to smooth it out as well as clean up the nasty factory welds. Going to take some time and effort but it will come along.
I ordered a gas bottle which should arrive this week. Then I need to get it filled. Then I can start with the TIG practice to get back in the groove. So somewhat slow on all fronts, yet all fronts are still managing to creep along.
Anyways I've included a pic to show a bit of this limited progress.
Installed new front door and had some repairs on the front porch which has of course turned into a complete makeover of sorts. Most all of that has been completed excepting the fresh paint but most of the caulking, cleaning, and scraping has been done. Also getting some tidbits done on the powdercoating oven project. Should wrap up the cabinet this month and be down to building the door for completion.
Latest update on the frame.
After some visualization efforts I have a direction formulated in regards to the engine mounting so I have continued with the stripping.
I have most of the extraneous gussets and tabs removed and although there is some more cleaning up to do as well as some building up.
As this frame is going to be powercoated there will be no bondo (mud or whatever; a rose by any other name..) used to smooth it out as well as clean up the nasty factory welds. Going to take some time and effort but it will come along.
I ordered a gas bottle which should arrive this week. Then I need to get it filled. Then I can start with the TIG practice to get back in the groove. So somewhat slow on all fronts, yet all fronts are still managing to creep along.
Anyways I've included a pic to show a bit of this limited progress.
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No pictures and no real progress.
Did get an email from Hoos today that my Shell #1 camshaft is finally in. As I also ordered an engine seal kit from him he is shipping it all to me and then I'll repackage it and send it to Hugh for the rephase. So I guess a small step forward.
Also received my argon bottle and had it filled.
New tig torch for the yeswelder.
I knew I was going to be a little rusty but I am beginning to think that my floorboards fell out and I may need a new quarter panel too. Not quite like riding a bike. I'm pretty sure part of me thought it might be but then again reality at times is a bitch. It might take a minute to figure out the resonate frequency my hands are vibrating at.
But hey, I have a stereo and I love shop time.
Did get an email from Hoos today that my Shell #1 camshaft is finally in. As I also ordered an engine seal kit from him he is shipping it all to me and then I'll repackage it and send it to Hugh for the rephase. So I guess a small step forward.
Also received my argon bottle and had it filled.
New tig torch for the yeswelder.
I knew I was going to be a little rusty but I am beginning to think that my floorboards fell out and I may need a new quarter panel too. Not quite like riding a bike. I'm pretty sure part of me thought it might be but then again reality at times is a bitch. It might take a minute to figure out the resonate frequency my hands are vibrating at.
But hey, I have a stereo and I love shop time.
Well I got a package a little early today. Originally scheduled for Thursday. The Shell #1 cam and the engine seals. Surprised to see it in a Megacycle box but probable what Gary had laying around. Cam will be repackaged and sent to Hugh for the rephase tomorrow.
Trying to finish the cabinet portion of the powdercoating oven this week. Then I will get to the door. Other projects taking time as well but the progress is still inching forward.
Trying to finish the cabinet portion of the powdercoating oven this week. Then I will get to the door. Other projects taking time as well but the progress is still inching forward.
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Been a minute..
Occupied with other duties but mostly finishing them now and I expect to find time to get back onto my projects.
The rephased cam arrived from Hugh today.
Inspiration to start my flow bench.
Going to be interesting seeing the numbers as well as the visual smoke flow turbulence.
Comparing:
Stock cam with stock head.
Shell #1 cam with stock head.
Shell #1 cam with D ported head.
Still going to be a while until I'm ready.
I think it will be worth the wait.
Occupied with other duties but mostly finishing them now and I expect to find time to get back onto my projects.
The rephased cam arrived from Hugh today.
Inspiration to start my flow bench.
Going to be interesting seeing the numbers as well as the visual smoke flow turbulence.
Comparing:
Stock cam with stock head.
Shell #1 cam with stock head.
Shell #1 cam with D ported head.
Still going to be a while until I'm ready.
I think it will be worth the wait.
Not much been going on with this build lately but it's about to get cranked up.
Full intention is to take it to the Ozarks this next year. Everything to do yet. Going to be a bizzy year wrenching.
I did just acquire the last remaing "big piece" for this project. I was fortunate enough to grab a set of High Ratio Primary Gears. New and unused.
I don't think anyone is making them anymore.
Hard to find...
Oh yea... I like it.
I like it a LOT
Full intention is to take it to the Ozarks this next year. Everything to do yet. Going to be a bizzy year wrenching.
I did just acquire the last remaing "big piece" for this project. I was fortunate enough to grab a set of High Ratio Primary Gears. New and unused.
I don't think anyone is making them anymore.
Hard to find...
Oh yea... I like it.
I like it a LOT
Been a minute..
Life's been good! Wife has been fully recovered and healthy.
This project has been on hold as I purchased a numbers matching 1967 Mustang GTA to rebuild.
It's a 390 6 pack with a C6 and a 9 inch locker rear end.
Came with the rare bench front seat and some other goodies like a factory AM/8 Track..
I drove a 1966 small block (High Performance) Mustang in high school that I built at 15yo. My friends still talk about that car.
My 50th reunion is this year and I bought the car to drive back home to thump a bit harder than the rumble they remember.
I won't be taking up space here with that project as it doesn't fit a Yamaha 650 page.
I only mention it to kinda explain my absence. I've also been quite occupied porting and flowing heads.
Mostly car heads along with a few bikes. Still have some thoughts on the 650 heads which I may get into sometime in the future.
The head porting will have to slow down as I need more time for the Mustang. (yes it has all the standard Mustang issues with rust).
I do still work on parts of the the Punisher build. I will be building one of the motors I have as a 700 next month.
I'll put it on a run stand till I have the chassis ready. It will be a rephased motor with the shell #1, ported head of course.
Hopefully I will have time to post that up after I complete it.
Anyways I haven't logged in for so long that I forgot my password..
Glad the site is still kickin and I hope everyone has been well.
I'm looking forward to having a very productive year.
Stay blessed!
Life's been good! Wife has been fully recovered and healthy.
This project has been on hold as I purchased a numbers matching 1967 Mustang GTA to rebuild.
It's a 390 6 pack with a C6 and a 9 inch locker rear end.
Came with the rare bench front seat and some other goodies like a factory AM/8 Track..
I drove a 1966 small block (High Performance) Mustang in high school that I built at 15yo. My friends still talk about that car.
My 50th reunion is this year and I bought the car to drive back home to thump a bit harder than the rumble they remember.
I won't be taking up space here with that project as it doesn't fit a Yamaha 650 page.
I only mention it to kinda explain my absence. I've also been quite occupied porting and flowing heads.
Mostly car heads along with a few bikes. Still have some thoughts on the 650 heads which I may get into sometime in the future.
The head porting will have to slow down as I need more time for the Mustang. (yes it has all the standard Mustang issues with rust).
I do still work on parts of the the Punisher build. I will be building one of the motors I have as a 700 next month.
I'll put it on a run stand till I have the chassis ready. It will be a rephased motor with the shell #1, ported head of course.
Hopefully I will have time to post that up after I complete it.
Anyways I haven't logged in for so long that I forgot my password..
Glad the site is still kickin and I hope everyone has been well.
I'm looking forward to having a very productive year.
Stay blessed!
There is never a problem mentioning a car project here but the lounge is a good place to start an interesting car project, there are few there right now. Mustangs interest many of us.Been a minute..
Life's been good! Wife has been fully recovered and healthy.
This project has been on hold as I purchased a numbers matching 1967 Mustang GTA to rebuild.
It's a 390 6 pack with a C6 and a 9 inch locker rear end.
Came with the rare bench front seat and some other goodies like a factory AM/8 Track..
I drove a 1966 small block (High Performance) Mustang in high school that I built at 15yo. My friends still talk about that car.
My 50th reunion is this year and I bought the car to drive back home to thump a bit harder than the rumble they remember.
I won't be taking up space here with that project as it doesn't fit a Yamaha 650 page.
I only mention it to kinda explain my absence. I've also been quite occupied porting and flowing heads.
Mostly car heads along with a few bikes. Still have some thoughts on the 650 heads which I may get into sometime in the future.
The head porting will have to slow down as I need more time for the Mustang. (yes it has all the standard Mustang issues with rust).
I do still work on parts of the the Punisher build. I will be building one of the motors I have as a 700 next month.
I'll put it on a run stand till I have the chassis ready. It will be a rephased motor with the shell #1, ported head of course.
Hopefully I will have time to post that up after I complete it.
Anyways I haven't logged in for so long that I forgot my password..
Glad the site is still kickin and I hope everyone has been well.
I'm looking forward to having a very productive year.
Stay blessed!
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As always, need pics!Been a minute..
Life's been good! Wife has been fully recovered and healthy.
This project has been on hold as I purchased a numbers matching 1967 Mustang GTA to rebuild.
It's a 390 6 pack with a C6 and a 9 inch locker rear end.
Came with the rare bench front seat and some other goodies like a factory AM/8 Track..
I drove a 1966 small block (High Performance) Mustang in high school that I built at 15yo. My friends still talk about that car.
My 50th reunion is this year and I bought the car to drive back home to thump a bit harder than the rumble they remember.
I won't be taking up space here with that project as it doesn't fit a Yamaha 650 page.
I only mention it to kinda explain my absence. I've also been quite occupied porting and flowing heads.
Mostly car heads along with a few bikes. Still have some thoughts on the 650 heads which I may get into sometime in the future.
The head porting will have to slow down as I need more time for the Mustang. (yes it has all the standard Mustang issues with rust).
I do still work on parts of the the Punisher build. I will be building one of the motors I have as a 700 next month.
I'll put it on a run stand till I have the chassis ready. It will be a rephased motor with the shell #1, ported head of course.
Hopefully I will have time to post that up after I complete it.
Anyways I haven't logged in for so long that I forgot my password..
Glad the site is still kickin and I hope everyone has been well.
I'm looking forward to having a very productive year.
Stay blessed!
C’mon don’t leave us hanging! We’re car guys too! We need to see it. ( I also owned a 67 Mustang
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I'm all in on a Mustang thread!
First car I ever owned was a '67 Mustang. Found stripped in a junk yard and brought back from the dead. Also had a '69 GTA w/the 390. Good times.
Agree with everyone above... start a thread.
Agree with everyone above... start a thread.
