Stu Pidasole's Build
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Re: Stu Pidasole's Build
31 Jan 2011 10:31
All this new stuff is fine, all you guys know your stuff!
I am sure these updates will make these old KZ's safer and more comfortable to ride.
I was wondering? Where do you put all the electrics and battery box?
I am sure these updates will make these old KZ's safer and more comfortable to ride.
I was wondering? Where do you put all the electrics and battery box?
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Went thru 25 of these in 40 yrs.
I SOLD OUT! THE KAW BARN IS EMPTY.
More room for The Old Girl, Harley 75 FLH Electra Glide,
Old faithful! Points ign. Bendix Orig. carb.
Starts everytime!
Went thru 25 of these in 40 yrs.
I SOLD OUT! THE KAW BARN IS EMPTY.
More room for The Old Girl, Harley 75 FLH Electra Glide,
Old faithful! Points ign. Bendix Orig. carb.
Starts everytime!
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Re: Stu Pidasole's Build
31 Jan 2011 11:07
z1kzonly wrote:
im obviously far from wiring my personal build, but under the seat i supose.All this new stuff is fine, all you guys know your stuff!
I am sure these updates will make these old KZ's safer and more comfortable to ride.
I was wondering? Where do you put all the electrics and battery box?
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Re: Stu Pidasole's Build
31 Jan 2011 13:03
jus1975 wrote:
that's what I was wondering. seems awfully vertical.
what would be the difference if the shock was tilted a few degrees forward instead of vertical
that's what I was wondering. seems awfully vertical.
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stage 1 head by Larry Cavanaugh
race built crank by John Pearson
Mikuni rs34's
k410 cams
back cut tranny
8" over D&G swinger
proving once again that age and treachery is better than youth and enthusiasm
stage 1 head by Larry Cavanaugh
race built crank by John Pearson
Mikuni rs34's
k410 cams
back cut tranny
8" over D&G swinger
proving once again that age and treachery is better than youth and enthusiasm
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Re: Stu Pidasole's Build
31 Jan 2011 13:20
andy9802gt wrote:
the words of Larry........"Based on the first pic I commented on, it didn't show the bottom bracket was made yet. If this photo is your bike, then you've done it so you can disregard the drawing.
When I positioned the shock, I wanted the shock to be sitting as perfectly vertical as I could get it. At the same time I wanted the dog leg to be positioned so the bottom of it was parallel with the floor.
In order to do that, I made the top mount first. Then the bottom mount as in the sketch. Result...shock centered in swingarm hole and sitting vertical with the linkage not cocked."
jus1975 wrote:what would be the difference if the shock was tilted a few degrees forward instead of vertical
that's what I was wondering. seems awfully vertical.
the words of Larry........"Based on the first pic I commented on, it didn't show the bottom bracket was made yet. If this photo is your bike, then you've done it so you can disregard the drawing.
When I positioned the shock, I wanted the shock to be sitting as perfectly vertical as I could get it. At the same time I wanted the dog leg to be positioned so the bottom of it was parallel with the floor.
In order to do that, I made the top mount first. Then the bottom mount as in the sketch. Result...shock centered in swingarm hole and sitting vertical with the linkage not cocked."
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Re: Stu Pidasole's Build
31 Jan 2011 15:48
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:woohoo: Good Guess Joe!
Don't forget your side covers need to mount too. Scope that out now. Looks like the top shock mount tube might cause a problem with that. You might need to modify a bit
z1kzonly wrote:im obviously far from wiring my personal build, but under the seat i supose.All this new stuff is fine, all you guys know your stuff!
I am sure these updates will make these old KZ's safer and more comfortable to ride.
I was wondering? Where do you put all the electrics and battery box?
:woohoo: Good Guess Joe!
Don't forget your side covers need to mount too. Scope that out now. Looks like the top shock mount tube might cause a problem with that. You might need to modify a bit
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Re: Stu Pidasole's Build
31 Jan 2011 15:56
larrycavan wrote:
i took that into consideration. it squeeks by. thanks Larry.Stu Pidasole wrote:z1kzonly wrote:im obviously far from wiring my personal build, but under the seat i supose.All this new stuff is fine, all you guys know your stuff!
I am sure these updates will make these old KZ's safer and more comfortable to ride.
I was wondering? Where do you put all the electrics and battery box?
:woohoo: Good Guess Joe!
Don't forget your side covers need to mount too. Scope that out now. Looks like the top shock mount tube might cause a problem with that. You might need to modify a bit
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Re: Stu Pidasole's Build
31 Jan 2011 15:59
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The thing that concerns me, based on this picture is rear tire to frame clearance.
The rear travel is 5.5" as I recall. How the bike sits unladen is one thing. How it sits fully assembled is another matter. You're going to loose travel and it looks tight already.
Here's mine with only empty cases, save the output shaft.
Looks like a lot of clearance in the rear but I had a problem with my license plate and tire contacting at first.
The thing that concerns me, based on this picture is rear tire to frame clearance.
The rear travel is 5.5" as I recall. How the bike sits unladen is one thing. How it sits fully assembled is another matter. You're going to loose travel and it looks tight already.
Here's mine with only empty cases, save the output shaft.
Looks like a lot of clearance in the rear but I had a problem with my license plate and tire contacting at first.
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Re: Stu Pidasole's Build
31 Jan 2011 16:04 - 31 Jan 2011 16:09
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Whatever.... scope out those couple of things I pointed out Joe and see what / if you need to address them.... Carry On and DO NOT PUT BS34's on that bike when you're done or I'll drive to Florida and set it on fire :woohoo:
Whatever.... scope out those couple of things I pointed out Joe and see what / if you need to address them.... Carry On and DO NOT PUT BS34's on that bike when you're done or I'll drive to Florida and set it on fire :woohoo:
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Re: Stu Pidasole's Build
31 Jan 2011 16:23
larrycavan wrote:
also, not familar with the bs34....why do you say dont put them on?:S
Larry,remember i am short, so im trying to keep it as low as i can. but nothings written in stone. i can still play with ride height if needed. so if i have 6" from tire to frame i should be ok?
also, not familar with the bs34....why do you say dont put them on?:S
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Re: Stu Pidasole's Build
31 Jan 2011 16:33
also Larry, when i unbolt my bottom mount that goes to the motor mount tube, and move the dog leg further away i get more clearence. i would just have to make the 2 mount tabs longer. lemme know...Joe
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Re: Stu Pidasole's Build
01 Feb 2011 13:11
Stu Pidasole wrote:
I'm just joking about the carbs Joe Not Really... Maybe....Probably Not..... :woohoo:
larrycavan wrote:Larry,remember i am short, so im trying to keep it as low as i can. but nothings written in stone. i can still play with ride height if needed. so if i have 6" from tire to frame i should be ok?
also, not familar with the bs34....why do you say dont put them on?:S
I'm just joking about the carbs Joe Not Really... Maybe....Probably Not..... :woohoo:
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Re: Stu Pidasole's Build
01 Feb 2011 13:30
larrycavan wrote:
Joe: I have a set of BS34s I will give u if u put them on the bike.I want to see LC get arrested in Florida for arson.Lol.bj
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