BMW K100RS Project

[mossy1200]

K100rs project café racer shall soon begin.

[BMWST?]

thats a k100 RT very similar mechanically maybe different gearing this is a rs
http://www.motorcyclespecs.co.za/Gallery/BMW K100RS 83.jpg

[mossy1200]

thats a k100 RT very similar mechanically maybe different gearing this is a rs


The one I have got started as a rs and has had rt and lt fairings and handlebars etc added after an accident.
Its got the brembo brakes etc. NOTE only information supplied so far.

This is the info given to me by the old owner and I haven't seen the bike yet so will confirm when I collect it.

Im not sure if ill flat tracker it or classic café racer it yet.

[BMWST?]

Doesn't matter,they were all the same under the skin

[mossy1200]

Doesn't matter,they were all the same under the skin

Yep all the fairings will be gone anyway.

I found the one I want it to look like. Might change my mind a few times lol.

[Laava]

Looks like fun! Motard FTW!

[Kickaha]

I found the one I want it to look like. Might change my mind a few times lol.
That's pretty fucking hideous and the Cafe Racer proportions aren't right

Build a GS
http://brickrider.smugmug.com/Motorcycles/Pics/i-dzvJ5Nh/0/O/k75gs%208.png

[mossy1200]

That's pretty fucking hideous and the Cafe Racer proportions aren't right

Build a GS


Wouldn't it have been easier to buy a gs.

Its ok ill change my mind several times before I collect it and several more after also. My wife informed me that it will need have a double seat.:nono:

I replied "I was a little old to be picking up chicks at the beach."

Why does she want a rear seat on a bike she will never bother going on anyway.
If it ends upwith a rear seat it will be the smallest passenger perch with the highest passenger pegs in the history of motorcycling.:cool:

[The Reibz]

Build a bagged out chopper with it

[mossy1200]

Build a bagged out chopper with it

Stop confusing me with more options.
Soon ill need run a KB ballot to decide. That could work if you guys could be trusted but everyone would vote turbo and trike it.:crazy:

[skippa1]

Yep all the fairings will be gone anyway.

I found the one I want it to look like. Might change my mind a few times lol.
I like it......has a good look

[The Reibz]

turbo

Nothing more need be said.

[BMWST?]

Apart from vibration bands they a nice pillion bike,as long as you dont chop the thottle going into a corner

[Oscar]

Boy have I got a deal for you - personalised plate "K100".

[mossy1200]

Apart from vibration bands they a nice pillion bike,as long as you dont chop the thottle going into a corner

Rear seat option has been removed from the table. Shes been told the 14 is for 2 up riding and that I need the tail hump area to put the battery in. She caved quick so that will mean I owe her something that's going to hurt me in the pocket I would say.

[mossy1200]

Boy have I got a deal for you - personalised plate "K100".

??? Im not going to be able to afford this idd say.

[BMWST?]

??? Im not going to be able to afford this idd say.
Thats what happens when you say I have a bmw

[pete376403]

A mate had an old K100 and we spent quite a bit of time talking about how easy it would be to turbo - put the turbo down near the rear of the cylinder head, compressor blowing though the standard injection - the K100 had a swinging door flow meter so no injection computer to try and remap.

The he bought an 1100R / RS or something so that was the end of that idea.

[mossy1200]

A mate had an old K100 and we spent quite a bit of time talking about how easy it would be to turbo - put the turbo down near the rear of the cylinder head, compressor blowing though the standard injection - the K100 had a swinging door flow meter so no injection computer to try and remap.

The he bought an 1100R / RS or something so that was the end of that idea.

Nice now I look up turbo kits and see how easy it is to have 300hp on a k100.
Thanks guys.:angry2:

Im not doing it ok. I would turbo the 14 but I have little balls.

[mossy1200]

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-769812742.htm

Be just my luck. 3 days after I get one another is listed,

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/classic-vintage/auction-769829815.htm

and another,

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/tourers/auction-768094292.htm

and another.

Have I just purchased the most common bike in the world?

[GSW]

Have I just purchased the most common bike in the world?

Yes .........

[mossy1200]

Ok Got the bad boy home.
Van can fit a k100 with lt fairings less the screen (JUST).

Spent the first day trying to work out if I should molest the bike as it was in very good condition and a battery, vin etc would turn a nice profit.

Sunday came and pulled it apart.

Before and afters.

[Kickaha]

Those front brakes aren't stock, they have an 08 Brembo 2 pot on them standard

[mossy1200]

Those front brakes aren't stock, they have an 08 Brembo 2 pot on them standard

Yes also has a new hagon shock on the back plus new braided brake lines ( new could be last 3 years).
The Brembos im not sure about. Has brembo adaption hangers and also has brembo rear brakes and also the back reservoir is brembo. Maybe a limited edition or someone spent serious monies.

[Ender EnZed]

Looking good mate. There's something about those 80s K beasts that's always done it for me.

I think it's the dense engine plus shafty in conjunction with the visual gaps (and disappeared structure) that lends them to such an unashamed cafe style. :yes:

[sidecar bob]

I'm restoring the k100 that Bike Clinic built for Bill Biber to race in the '80's.
They are a deceptively easy bike to strip & assemble.

[mossy1200]

Found a guy in Churton Park who will make a custom 4 into one collector today for $65.00.

Hes a retired guy who spent a lot of his times making custom flows for cars. I think he was more interested in doing the job than the money to be honest.

Question. Repainting wheels is powdercoat the way to go or not?

[ducatilover]

Sub'd :2thumbsup

[sidecar bob]

Here's a couple of pics of the Cycleworks system that was built for The Bike Clinic K100 in the early '80's. Damon (the original maker of it) kindly restored it for me earlier this year at no cost ready to be attached to the bike upon completion of the resto.
It may give you a few ideas.
Edit, oh dear, shit photos.

[skippa1]

Here's a couple of pics of the Cycleworks system that was built for The Bike Clinic K100 in the early '80's. Damon (the original maker of it) kindly restored it for me earlier this year at no cost ready to be attached to the bike upon completion of the resto.
It may give you a few ideas.
Edit, oh dear, shit photos.
Nice kit!

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[mossy1200]

Here's a couple of pics of the Cycleworks system that was built for The Bike Clinic K100 in the early '80's. Damon (the original maker of it) kindly restored it for me earlier this year at no cost ready to be attached to the bike upon completion of the resto.
It may give you a few ideas.


Nice mine wont be that flash ill have straight pipes into 4 into 1 collector to a 2 inch outlet but will be clamped not one piece so later I can build equal length headers if required.

[madmal64]

Well I'm doing the same thing as you and I'm at about the same stage by the looks of things.
I picked up my donor K100 on Saturday and did the quick strip down on Sunday. Yours in in way better condition than mine but
https://www.facebook.com/malcolm.thomas.5/media_set?set=a.752600524801731.1073741828.1000015 53701416&type=1

I haven't been on KB for ages and only really came looking to see what info I could find on local cafe projects.
Think I will start a project post in here as well.

Be good to see a couple of cool K100's on the road eh?

[mossy1200]

Well I'm doing the same thing as you and I'm at about the same stage by the looks of things.
I picked up my donor K100 on Saturday and did the quick strip down on Sunday. Yours in in way better condition than mine but
https://www.facebook.com/malcolm.thomas.5/media_set?set=a.752600524801731.1073741828.1000015 53701416&type=1

I haven't been on KB for ages and only really came looking to see what info I could find on local cafe projects.
Think I will start a project post in here as well.

Be good to see a couple of cool K100's on the road eh?

I cant see the facebook link. Watch the thread and ill put photo of the collector on when I collect it. You could ask the guy to do another on if you like it.

PM me and ill give you his details if you want them.

Maybe when you in Welly next you should come over and share ideas.

Did you get the black k100rs that Pat was selling?

Also if you selling road parts theres a few after parts also. Someone bought a ex cop k1100 and is after dual seat and fairings etc.

[madmal64]

I cant see the facebook link. Watch the thread and ill put photo of the collector on when I collect it. You could ask the guy to do another on if you like it.

PM me and ill give you his details if you want them.

Maybe when you in Welly next you should come over and share ideas.

Did you get the black k100rs that Pat was selling?

Also if you selling road parts theres a few after parts also. Someone bought a ex cop k1100 and is after dual seat and fairings etc.

Nope didn't get the one Pat was selling. Mine has been sitting in a shed since unloved since 2010.
Mine is parked up in Welly at my work, so yeah be good to catch up and share some ideas. Will send a PM

[mossy1200]

http://www.bskspeedworks.co.uk/k-rearsets.html

Want.

Trying to work out if pay the monies or make. May be easier do some overtime and pay the monies.

[sidecar bob]

http://www.bskspeedworks.co.uk/k-rearsets.html

Want.

Trying to work out if pay the monies or make. May be easier do some overtime and pay the monies.

The bike clinic racer has rear sets made of approximate 8mm alloy plate with what appear to be dirt bike serrated footpegs on them. I would be happy to duplicate them onto cardboard & get them to you.
There are multiple holes to put the pegs exactly where you want them.
Having said that, they're fairly industrial & nowhere near as cool as those though.

[mossy1200]

The bike clinic racer has rear sets made of approximate 8mm alloy plate with what appear to be dirt bike serrated footpegs on them. I would be happy to duplicate them onto cardboard & get them to you.
There are multiple holes to put the pegs exactly where you want them.
Having said that, they're fairly industrial & nowhere near as cool as those though.

Thanks I think ill end up getting the set as its easier for me to do a few callouts and pay for them.
I called my workmate and asked if I could do his on call next weekend while he is away trials biking. Should cover the rearsets in callouts.

My list of money spending priority parts are.

rearsets
tail
clip-ons
koko speedo unit
quality muffler
paintjob
maybe new cam covers also.

Rest of the project shouldn't be to expensive.
Realistic budget is 1200 purchase plus 2000-2500 mods.
Should be a fun bike for the total.

Lucky thing is it has the 4 pot brembos and a near new hagon adjustable rear shock already.

Plan to keep it long term and register 3 months per year in summer.

[mossy1200]

Didn't have a lot of time today.

Pulled the airbox out. Found a variable airflow valve and intake air sensor system inside the top half that is required to run.
Reinstalled it onto the intake turning it 90deg. Will need to make my own air filter mounting plate to take a pod before the valve and also a support for the rear.
The room gained behind the radiator will become the location of the radiator overflow bottle and relays required to remove the stock speedo unit and maybe the battery for the bike if its not going under the tail cone. The original airbox base mount holes are ideally placed for a battery base plate or tray.

Visit to Repco and Supercheap and no pods small enough so tardme and maybe some bike shop visits needed.

Second photo shows the entrance for the intake valve some will need make plate larger than original with same square hole but outside that a pipe for pod filter. Going to need be smaller than the mounting screws in photo 3. Ordered K&N pod

[Eddieb]

Found a guy in Churton Park who will make a custom 4 into one collector today for $65.00.

Hes a retired guy who spent a lot of his times making custom flows for cars. I think he was more interested in doing the job than the money to be honest.

Question. Repainting wheels is powdercoat the way to go or not?

Wonder what he'd charge for a 2 into 1 with a right hand exit for a BMW airhead. If I was still in Welly I'd be over to see him.

All the aftermarket airhead stuff exits on the left cause thats what the GS models do, but if I do it I want it on the opposite side to the sidecar so on the right.

[mossy1200]

Wonder what he'd charge for a 2 into 1 with a right hand exit for a BMW airhead. If I was still in Welly I'd be over to see him.

All the aftermarket airhead stuff exits on the left cause thats what the GS models do, but if I do it I want it on the opposite side to the sidecar so on the right.

2 into one wouldn't be so bad idd say. The 4 into one headers are very small and need to be custom made as the are not in a square pattern.
He would need see the bike as hes a retired custom flow builder for cars and bikes are not his normal business.

[peril 787b]

What is it within people wing with K's at the moment?
I'm doing one too. Made the collector last weekend, 4 into 1 into 2 just to be different.
Here's the pics.300506300507
Standard 32mm exhaust piping, 1.6mm wall, is an almost perfect slip fit over the stock headers

[mossy1200]

What is it within people wing with K's at the moment?
I'm doing one too. Made the collector last weekend, 4 into 1 into 2 just to be different.
Here's the pics.300506300507
Standard 32mm exhaust piping, 1.6mm wall, is an almost perfect slip fit over the stock headers

Nice I was looking at some pipes like that on trade me I think for 80 each yesterday and was thinking along the same lines.
Then I spotted http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=774807984 and had a go at buying but the reserve is almost the buy now ($453)which is above my funds for today. I think my build will take a while. Mortgages tend to ruin cash flow.

[peril 787b]

Since you're in Wellington, go see/ring Jay at TSS and see if he can get these mufflers for you or something similar that you like. If you really wanted, I could make a collector for you, along the lines of what I made, would probably be around a similar price to what you've been told already. Best thing is, I have the bike here to use as the template.

[sidecar bob]

Mossy, for what it's worth, the above mentioned Jay at TSS actually owns the bike clinic K100, I'm just doing the resto for him.

[mossy1200]

Since you're in Wellington, go see/ring Jay at TSS and see if he can get these mufflers for you or something similar that you like. If you really wanted, I could make a collector for you, along the lines of what I made, would probably be around a similar price to what you've been told already. Best thing is, I have the bike here to use as the template.

I think my retired guy Malcolm in Churton Park has already finished mine I just haven't called him yet.
There was a café racer that had a supertrap on it that I liked when I was googling also. I might leave the mid pipe and muffler until after the BSK rearsets so I can check the room.

[peril 787b]

Those rearsets are so simple, yet such a great piece of engineering. Ought to attempt to make a set for the K I'm doing, but there has been a request made to keep the pillion pegs and long seat so no true cafe style for me.
That BSK is a great piece of machinery, might have to find another stupidly cheap K to make one...
As it happens, Jay has the deciding influence on this K as well. He's a finger in many pies kinda guy.

[mossy1200]

Those rearsets are so simple, yet such a great piece of engineering. Ought to attempt to make a set for the K I'm doing, but there has been a request made to keep the pillion pegs and long seat so no true cafe style for me.
That BSK is a great piece of machinery, might have to find another stupidly cheap K to make one...
As it happens, Jay has the deciding influence on this K as well. He's a finger in many pies kinda guy.

They do look good and I think even though its going to be expensive to get them its worth it.
Idd just waste a lot of time making a set that wouldn't be as good and might end up costing almost as much.
Sometimes its easier to work a few more hours and buy things.

[AllanB]

Have a look at the motorcycle section for mufflers etc here - USA $ so shipping will be a wee bit but they will give a quote via e-mail.

http://www.coneeng.com/

[mossy1200]

Have a look at the motorcycle section for mufflers etc here - USA $ so shipping will be a wee bit but they will give a quote via e-mail.

http://www.coneeng.com/

And someone adds the awesome solution.
I might look into these if not straight away then later on when I can afford a better system. Perhaps once on the road ill go for balanced headers and the coupling plus a good pipe.
HP isn't to much of a issue performance wise when ill have the 14 to use anyway.

[JATZ]

Found a guy in Churton Park who will make a custom 4 into one collector today for $65.00.

Hes a retired guy who spent a lot of his times making custom flows for cars. I think he was more interested in doing the job than the money to be honest.

Question. Repainting wheels is powdercoat the way to go or not?
I would be interested in one of those collectors if your man wants to make more than one :D.

[mossy1200]

I would be interested in one of those collectors if your man wants to make more than one :D.

Hi name is Malcolm 04 4779950

You could wait until hes finished mine and ill post photos on this thread first.

[JATZ]

Hi name is Malcolm 04 4779950

You could wait until hes finished mine and ill post photos on this thread first.

Cool... :2thumbsup


The bike clinic racer has rear sets made of approximate 8mm alloy plate with what appear to be dirt bike serrated footpegs on them. I would be happy to duplicate them onto cardboard & get them to you.
There are multiple holes to put the pegs exactly where you want them.
Having said that, they're fairly industrial & nowhere near as cool as those though.

I'd be keen on a cardboard template :D I was thinking of "modifying" the standard ones, but any changes I make should be reversible back to stock.

Here's my $500 project when I picked it up
http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/The%20Brick/IMG_20140327_162704_580_zps51840512.gif

and now...
http://i412.photobucket.com/albums/pp201/ztaj/Jatzs%20Travels/DSCN2488_zpsf8917c6c.gif

[sidecar bob]

Cool... :2thumbsup



I'd be keen on a cardboard template :D I was thinking of "modifying" the standard ones, but any changes I make should be reversible back to stock.


No prob, will sort that.
Is the second pic at Melonsfolly ranch near Raetihi?

[mossy1200]

Cool... :2thumbsup



I'd be keen on a cardboard template :D I was thinking of "modifying" the standard ones, but any changes I make should be reversible back to stock.

Here's my $500 project when I picked it up.

$500 :banana:

You cant go far wrong for 500. In fact my rearsets are going to cost more than you paid for your bike.

I think I have sold almost 400 worth of unwanted parts.
Let me know if you want a complete original peg set to cut up.
I don't think that would be the best way to go though.

[JATZ]

No prob, will sort that.
Is the second pic at Melonsfolly ranch near Raetihi?

No.... Bainham store in Golden Bay
Flick me a p.m. about the template


$500 :banana:

You cant go far wrong for 500. In fact my rearsets are going to cost more than you paid for your bike.

I think I have sold almost 400 worth of unwanted parts.
Let me know if you want a complete original peg set to cut up.
I don't think that would be the best way to go though.

Yeah, it was a good buy, the previous owners visa was running out and he had to get rid of it :lol: It seems mechanically sound, just needs tidying up.

Enough about me..... On with your build :2thumbsup

[mossy1200]

On with your build :2thumbsup


Im playing several waiting games.

1.Money
2.Collector
3.Cash
4.Filter
5.Money
6.Rearsets

Theres a trend and it seems to be financial. Still if it takes a while is ok.

Been wrapping more parts to send tonight.
Maybe im asking to little for the second hand pieces.

The cleaning is still happening though a lot of ally that's dull.

Still no answers to the Question



Is powder coating the way to go for the ally wheels?

[HenryDorsetCase]

Is powder coating the way to go for the ally wheels?

I have had good results with it. also on bicycle rims too. Plus its cheap. and durable. if it is a stock colour its pretty cheap too.

Industrial Painters in Sydenham. :)

[ducatilover]

Do moar workses.

[mossy1200]

Air intake pod holder is made.
Waiting for the K&N to arrive.

Ordered some clip-ons.

[mossy1200]

Do moar workses.

I started on the tank. I know you will like polished ally tanks.
Im only at 150 grit so don't hassle me yet.

Mounted intake.

[mossy1200]

Another day of sanding and some reassembly.
Tank had a dent. Its small and near the front.
Ill leave it and if it bugs me later ill need paint the tank again. Wondering about having it painted chrome.

Hagon shock cleaned and installed.

Wheel are going to be gloss black at some point.
Painted the inside of the rear disk royal blue. Looks good so ill do both front disks also.

I have been trying to find a ally radiator overflow bottle but the only nice ones found so far are 2 litre and a little big unless it goes where the battery was. I am planning on getting the new age small battery replacement and putting that under the seat hump at this point.

Was hoping get a overflow small enough to go behind the radiator where the airbox was.

[Eurodave]

[QUOTE=mossy1200;1130768453]Another day of sanding and some reassembly.
Tank had a dent. Its small and near the front.
Ill leave it and if it bugs me later ill need paint the tank again.QUOTE]

have a look into getting it silver ceramic coated by either HPC in auckland or Elites here in christchurch
that stuff usually goes on exhausts and looks exactly like polished aluminium ! unsure of cost though

[AllanB]

You can pick up stainless steel drink bottles - be about the right volume

[mossy1200]

You can pick up stainless steel drink bottles - be about the right volume

Sounds like a option and just let the suction hose sit at the bottom and rig a overflow hose further up?

[mossy1200]

Made up a quick front guard today. Work in progress.

Ordered the speedworks rearsets also. Cant wait for them to arrive but ill be broke for a while now.

Also having trouble finding a coolant overflow bottle or tank that I like.
All the good ones seem to be for cars and to large. Might have to buy a car one and cut it down and re-weld the base.

[Motu]

I hope you didn't throw the bars that came on the bike away - they look like they had my name on them. Fuck narrow bars on a heavy bike like that...I think the previous owner found that out too.

[mossy1200]

I hope you didn't throw the bars that came on the bike away - they look like they had my name on them. Fuck narrow bars on a heavy bike like that...I think the previous owner found that out too.

Someone on tardme was asking for them.

They have surface rust but is only surface. Will need painting.
Can do with bar end weights for $30 plus freight.
PM me if you require.

I have clip-ons coming for mine.

[Laava]

Some great work going on here guys!

[madmal64]

https://papajhotel.files.wordpress.com/2013/07/photo.jpg

Something like this?

Here is his blog on the build
http://papajhotel.com/2013/07/01/the-k100-project/

On of the better ones I have found

[mossy1200]

Something like this?

Here is his blog on the build


On of the better ones I have found

Thanks. I just went through his blog. Lots of good ideas. I like his r1 front end but that's above my budget at the moment.

He spent 7.5 k on his bike after a crash. I cant see mine costing that.
Ill have my bottle in the same area but due to the lack of airbox on mine ill have more room.
The top of the housing where the airbox was isn't flash so I was thinking a stainless coolant container.
But also means if I went bottle like his I could mount and plate and then a lithium battery installed in the area also.

Rearsets are on back order now grr. $845.00 for an item with no due by date.

Also found some lithium batteries on sale but cant freight them to NZ.

I think I like his mudguard more than mine also.

[AllanB]

How much does the bottle need to hold - I was thinking of adapting a stainless or alloy drink bottle - link below as an example - stainless at 750 cc, alloy 1l.

http://www.kathmandu.co.nz/catalogsearch/result/?q=drink+bottle#!q=drink+bottle&offset=3560&p=3

[AllanB]

This one is on my 'yes' list

[madmal64]

This one is on my 'yes' list

Yeah mine too.
Like the colours and it does retain some of the cowling and side covers which I sort of like

[mossy1200]

This one is on my 'yes' list

Yes its nice. In fact theres a few nice ones. Theres a really low sitting double bench seat one that looks good. Its seat moulds around the original rear frame.

Did the ignition today and cleaned up and painted the fork brace.
The ignition is the original filed down to fit in what was the handle bar mount holes.
The need-it isn't hard yet so its just razor blade shaped so far.

[mossy1200]

For those wanting circuit boards. WE CAN COMBINE freight to get a lower overall cost. The $25 Canadian for circuit board is not negotiable but is a very good price.

Link to K100 thread on the boards.

http://www.k100-forum.com/t8674-aftermarket-gear-indicator-neutral-indicator-board-3-circuit-fuse-block

[mossy1200]

Another half day in the office.
Horn mounted and a some wiring removed wrapped harness in self-ama.lgamating tape.

Cut the rear section down and shaped hoop to be welded in place.
Indicators will be bullet style and be inside the hollow tubes.
Theres another that has done this and they look good
Re-run alternator cables and removed battery cable set up as battery will be in tail hump.

Finished ignition wiring. Speedo will mount on the other side.

[Ocean1]

wrapped harness in self-ama.lgamating tape.

I'm running out of my once huge supply of ex telecom stuff, is a local supplier that stocks the good stuff dude?

Nice work on the project. You keeping those rims?

[mossy1200]

I'm running out of my once huge supply of ex telecom stuff, is a local supplier that stocks the good stuff dude?

Nice work on the project. You keeping those rims?

Yes ill keep rims and powder coat them black.
Theres a rear on tardme for 100 if your after one.

Im using the 3m tape that we use at work.
Its a good one.
Theres a waterproof mains pressure plumbers version also but it about $150 a roll.

[Ocean1]

Yes ill keep rims and powder coat them black.
Theres a rear on tardme for 100 if your after one.

Im using the 3m tape that we use at work.
Its a good one.
Theres a waterproof mains pressure plumbers version also but it about $150 a roll.

Oh I don't need them, just wondered of you wanted more tyre/selection.

And cheers, might just be interested in some of that high pressure stuff...

[mossy1200]

Mastertrade may have it in stock or other wholesalers would order it.
It comes with a centre line overlap marker and can be used to repair water pipe splits or holes.

Idd like a fat back tread but idd need run the wheel off centre. Its likely ill just putter around on it. Even with the bits pulled off its still a heavy bike.

[mossy1200]

Filter arrived

Also shaped some inserts to be welded in hollow pipe.
Bullet indicators will go in the ends. I have the same ones on the trailer and they are great.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=778569346 indicators

Added a front frame brace to mount up tail unit also.

[mossy1200]

Handle bars arrived today.

Someone need explain to the Chinese that the throttle slide needs to slide on a smaller surface that's smooth.

2hrs sanding later and the slide works.

[ducatilover]

Good progress man!
I must have got lucky with my Chinese clip ons, only seem to be 60mm too long

[mossy1200]

Got a bit done today.
Had a few callouts for work though.

Subframe welded and painted. Going to get the whole frame powder coated next year after finishing it. Will be on the winter list.

[mossy1200]

Problem with end cap bullet indicators in pipes as NZ bike plate will be to wide.
Will need go with standard stem indicators.
Didn't like the fork brace so off it comes.
Didn't like blue ignition so made it black.

Constructed rear mounting for ecu and mounted that.
Painted original bar ends as the fit the new clip-ons.

[mossy1200]

Tail ordered today.
Collecting 4 into 1 on Saturday also.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Tail ordered today.
Collecting 4 into 1 on Saturday also.

I'm really interested in how this gets attached to the motorbike

[mossy1200]

I'm really interested in how this gets attached to the motorbike

4 into 1 or seat unit?

[mossy1200]

Stage one of seat pan supports.

Front is riser clamps(ally)
Rear is going onto 2 holes up and 2 tabs on top.
Going to construct and ally pan to match the seat pan when it arrives and several spacer blocks to try different heights when the rearsets arrive seeing as im tall.

[buggerit]

Problem with end cap bullet indicators in pipes as NZ bike plate will be to wide.
Will need go with standard stem indicators.
.

You can get a supplementry plate that is smaller, its for if your normal plate is obscured with a bike rack etc.
Not sure how legal it is to just run the 1 plate though.

[mossy1200]

You can get a supplementry plate that is smaller, its for if your normal plate is obscured with a bike rack etc.
Not sure how legal it is to just run the 1 plate though.

Interesting.
I have bought a set of standard small indicators now though so ill run those.
Not to sure about plate mount as ill need the rear unit on the bike to see.
I could go with side mount but there not a lot of places to bolt it on due to the single side swingarm.

[Ocean1]

Y'know, that carb would fit very nicely back about a foot, just above that alternator thingy.

Which would leave several cubic thingummies within which to explore all sorts of interesting possibilities about how to connect it to the manifold...

[mossy1200]

Y'know, that carb would fit very nicely back about a foot, just above that alternator thingy.

Which would leave several cubic thingummies within which to explore all sorts of interesting possibilities about how to connect it to the manifold...

The black unit in front of air filter is a bosh air valve which normally is inside the airbox. At the moment its on its side as normally it sits above the air filter. There is 4 injectors on the other side after a secondary airbox.

I assume you mean pipe that up through what is the wiring relay box area and move those items to other areas leaving a large hollow area on the rt side

Would be a good spot for battery and radiator overflow I guess.
Might need to give this some thought as the length of the rubber connecting pipe wouldn't effect the way the bike would run I guess.

Some have turned the secondary airbox around 180 degrees making the bosh unit come out the left side of the bike facing forwards.

[Ocean1]

Might need to give this some thought as the length of the rubber connecting pipe wouldn't effect the way the bike would run I guess.

I had a fucking great blower in mind to be honest.

[mossy1200]

I had a fucking great blower in mind to be honest.

Theres a big turbo kit available.

I think k100 woukld chew drive shafts with to much power.

75hp would be ok I think they claimed 90 but im sure that's inflated.

Having the 14r means it isn't likely to do any distance trips and having biscuit wheels its not likely to do little trips quickly anyway.

Saying that I could sell zx14 and fit 1200rt drive train and fat back wheel and tyre plus blower.:soon:

[Ocean1]

Theres a big turbo kit available.

I think k100 woukld chew drive shafts with to much power.

75hp would be ok I think they claimed 90 but im sure that's inflated.

Having the 14r means it isn't likely to do any distance trips and having biscuit wheels its not likely to do little trips quickly anyway.

Saying that I could sell zx14 and fit 1200rt drive train and fat back wheel and tyre plus blower.:soon:

I like superchargers, and that layout just seemed a good fit, perfect if you could get a drive up to it.

Easily hidden too, 'cause I like sleepers.

But it's got the potential to be a nice bit of kit anyway, and I like the way it's heading.

[mossy1200]

I like superchargers, and that layout just seemed a good fit, perfect if you could get a drive up to it.

Easily hidden too, 'cause I like sleepers.

But it's got the potential to be a nice bit of kit anyway, and I like the way it's heading.

Later model k1200 rear end bolts on after gearbox. The later model gearbox wont match the engine bolts though so would need retain the 5 speed box.
I didn't want it to suck to many pennies but like everything that starts out small it costs 3 times what you promised the wife it would.
Im approaching the point of no return financially which is a good thing. Cant stop now.

[mossy1200]

Started seat base and mounting.
Have tried to keep the same line as the tank base.

Used a 10mm thick ally plate.
Outer edges may need trimed down when I have the seat unit.

[mossy1200]

Ok spent the day with Malcolm

Have the mild steel prototype unit with oversized inlet pipe to check angles. Some modifications on the cluster of the inlets to better suit the pipes natural layout so it wont be the stock standard square pattern of most collectors but closer to the natural pipe layout of a k100.

He is happy to take orders for anyone who would like one.
Note the outlet length on the stock unit will be 40mm longer for those who like short pipes and you will need cut it down to suit if you want it shorter or advise Malcolm.
Prices are very good.

Stainless with outlet pipe to suit 54mm ID(note you can pick another size but it will add some cost as these will be hand made items).

Remember its a hand made item so any additional requirements can be arranged. Perhaps spring hoops and so on.

$160 NZD plus freight.
This is approx. 140USD or AU dollars plus freight or 85 UK Pounds.

Contact details

malcdel@xtra@xtra.co.nz

Please include K100 collector as a Title as xtra emails tend to spam out untitled emails easily.

[mossy1200]

What do you think?

Should I get this and mount a headlight inside.

I seem to like it but maybe im crazy.

[AllanB]

Ha - I say yes - nice nod to the past and a cool conversation piece.

[sidecar bob]

Check out this link. https://www.rbracing-rsr.com/bmwturbos.htm

[blackdog]

Definitely with the headlight as long as it matches your vision for the whole look.

[ducatilover]

That will be extreme sexness if you do that

[JATZ]

What do you think?

Should I get this and mount a headlight inside.

I seem to like it but maybe im crazy.

Looks kind of "steam punk"...... I like it :yes:

[mossy1200]

Seat unit arrived today and is a perfect match to the supports made earlier.
Plenty of room for battery in the hump and maybe even enough for the radiator header tank.

[mossy1200]

Plate fits inside tail and indicators seem good.

[mossy1200]

Rear light ordered.
Not sure but im hoping to cut out the shape and insert it into the rear assy if possible.

Constructed the rear bracket for the seat unit which I can add a couple of leds for the plate.
Mounted the rego holder also.

Collector 4 into one will be ready this coming week. The 4 collector pipes are welded in and the cone is ready to press onto the rig to shape it.

[madmal64]

I got my drag bars, mirrors, headlight & headlight brackets from these guys. Considering its ex Aussie it was nice and quick delivery. Im probably going to go for an all in one tail light unit
Looking good there Mossy!

[HenryDorsetCase]

Starting to take shape and look good.

[mossy1200]

Thanks guys.
Emailed about getting the rear section chromed to see what that would cost.
Im just not sure if I want high polished tank and chromed tail or if I should get both painted or 3m stickered.

NEED advice on this im thinking to much shiny might not look good.


Rearset production has started again so hoping to see them soon.
Ordered brake hoses and couplings etc.

Headlight auction finishes tonight so hoping to get that also.

[mossy1200]

Got the headlight.

Had to bid up to win grr.

[Laava]

Will the carbide lamp pass compliance?

[mossy1200]

Calcium carbide with water plus 10% dot 4 brake fluid should create a compliant illumination.
I will scribe a E on it also and rub some dirt into that to make it look aged and authentic.

Upstairs is for thinking
Downstairs is for dinking
Im not one to go off half cocked on a project of this nature.

[Laava]

Good to see you sticking with the tried and true. Want crossplys with that?

[HenryDorsetCase]

Good to see you sticking with the tried and true. Want crossplys with that?

If you put Firestones and pipe wrap on it you might get it on Bike EXIF

[mossy1200]

Ordered all the front brake line parts I want to not require the bmw steering tube method for front brakes.

Priced up a paint job and I think ill go painted tank and tail.
Will cost 400 for semi gloss black

The slush fund is low so there is a lot of wants and no funds now plus a wife that wants xmas to not involve instant noodles.

[mossy1200]

The good and the bad.

Tail light arrived "Number Plate Lights 12 volt Emarked Tail light"
No E Mark



Headlight arrived. Temp bracket only. I do like the way it looks.

[admenk]

Looking good so far, congratulations. Nice to see a bit of individuality. :niceone:

[mossy1200]

Collector finished.

$160 if anyone wants one. Can be made straight out or curved up for rearset owners.
malcdel@xtra.co.nz

[mossy1200]

Walked past the local charity store and what was in the window but a ally drink bottle.
$1.00 later and overflow sorted.
Made up and painted the lights bracket and added the indicators.
I ended up having to remove the original bolt mounts on the light.
Cut them flush and then drilled the stubs out.
Installed my own bolts through to the inside and used large flat washers.
Good tight fit now without the chance of the light moving about.

I think its becoming a bike again.

[insomnia01]

Looking gooD Mossy :niceone: back ground of pic makes me suggest your in the Mt Cook area :shifty:

[mossy1200]

Looking gooD Mossy :niceone: back ground of pic makes me suggest your in the Mt Cook area :shifty:

Double garage and Mount Cook is only a lotto win away.

[Vinz0r]

This is really coming together. That headlamp looks the tits. Very cool.

[mossy1200]

This is really coming together. That headlamp looks the tits. Very cool.
Im at a crossroad. Its called low funds lol.

I found 2 possible lamps to go in it.

Need decide which would be best 4.5"

I like both but not sure if the cross is 2 much.

[ducatilover]

nooooo not the cross :girlfight:

[mossy1200]

nooooo not the cross :girlfight:

Ok its decided. I just needed someone to say what I was thinking.

[Ender EnZed]

nooooo not the cross :girlfight:

It's a wee bit Nazi.


Ok its decided. I just needed someone to say what I was thinking.

Depends what you're going for.

[Vinz0r]

not sure if the cross is 2 much.


nooooo not the cross :girlfight:

Yeah, cross is a bit too 'west coast choppers'.

[Arronduke]

Just read start to finish.
I like it.

Very cool and original, great work.

Looking forward to seeing the end result.

[mossy1200]

Just read start to finish.
I like it.

Very cool and original, great work.

Looking forward to seeing the end result.

Thanks im just starting to close the wallet pre xmas now.
Im getting a battery off Jelly next week but that might be the last thing unless a few little items pop up cheap.
Still waiting for the rearsets. Was a long time ago I paid for them now.
Im hoping to battery it up so I can run it every couple of weeks while I get xmas out of the way.
Maybe Santa will get me some parts.
I have money in paypal. Tried transferring to my bank account and 7 days later its in paypal again. If it doesn't work this time I guess ill get a headlight insert or other items from ebay.

[mossy1200]

Found a little E-marked tail light.
After the last disaster with the e-marked light that was not e-marked hope this is the one.

[mossy1200]

Found a nice muffler for just under a hundy. Took a while to find one for some reason without spending a lot.

[mossy1200]

Out on a ride today.
Called into Boyles Kawasaki to see if they had any small headlights. Nothing new but a few dollars later a second hand gsx250 headlight.

Little bit of fitting and done.

[AllanB]

Looking good :yes:

[mossy1200]

Looking good :yes:

Brake lines arrived and on they go. One angle is incorrect so will see if anyone local has an end fitting.

Wifey decided to buy me a xmas present. Wont be able to fit it until then though:doh:

[mossy1200]

Got it going today. Running on my car battery.
Radiator has a leak.:angry:
Found another cheap enough though.
Assuming has started leaking while parked as the remaining water in the system was half way up the radiator and was a nice green antifreeze colour.

[mossy1200]

Rewired the bike with new start inhibit unit and cables for new speedo assy.
Bike now starts in neutral or with clutch pulled in.

[Eddieb]

start inhibit unit

????? wassat?

[Ocean1]

????? wassat?


A sort of remote wife, declines permission to ride if she doesn't happen to be handy to do it herself.

[mossy1200]

????? wassat?

The original bmw instrument cluster does some additional functions with the bike. One of the functions is linked with the gear position switch. It also allows the bike to only start in neutral or with the clutch pulled in. The clutch switch function was already working but I would rather have both going again.

[mossy1200]

My lithium battery turned up and headlamp bulb so in they went.

[mossy1200]

Tail light and replacement radiator arrived.
In they go.
Im very happy about the tail light look.

[mossy1200]

Muffler day.
Has anyone shortened a muffler before?

[AllanB]

Carefully drill out the rivets - punch thru the middle first to ensure any rivet 'sticks' are pushed clear. Punch through the inner part of the rivet and carefully remove the end - may need a good wiggle or careful tap tap tap. When repacking my Yoshis it took time to get the engs off.

Once the end is off pull out the guts - shorten the body the amount you desire. Presuming it has a single perferated core shorten this the same amount (or less if erring on the side of caution and you can trim it back as required when test fitting).

Refit the end drill through the holds in the cap thru the body the correct size for your rivets - clear out the swarf, tidy up the hole if needed. Repack the core and fit to the body and reasemble the end/rivet.

Stand back and admire.

The bodies are relatively thin - take care when working with them to avoid denting. A cutting wheel in a angle grinder will make good work of shortening it, again take care. Ditto when re riveting. The muffler packing should be tight - pack it in.

If the muffler core is rooted and 50 mm in diameter PM me as I've a spiffy stainless one floating around waiting for a project but worthy of donating to yours as I'm enjoying the build.

[98tls]

Looking good fella,do as AL says and you should have no problems though ive a couple of shortened 2 bros cans in the shed doing nothing if you need one.

[mossy1200]

Carefully drill .............................. I'm enjoying the build.

Thanks Allan. I have noticed the rivets are aluminium and not stainless(both ends). Is there a reason for this?
Im not sure if this is due to repack or standard. I have a grinder and stainless rivet gun as we use them at work but im curious about what type rivets are best to use. Ally would cause less wear on the muffler and let the rivets wear out instead I guess.

[mossy1200]

Looking good fella,do as AL says and you should have no problems though ive a couple of shortened 2 bros cans in the shed doing nothing if you need one.

I should have pm you before buying a pipe. You must have one for every occasion now.
The good thing about this one is it has a baffle insert as I always expect the tuff inspection on anything not standard for a new plate.
Might be I am wary after doing the oddball trailer thing twice.

[98tls]

I should have pm you before buying a pipe. You must have one for every occasion now.
The good thing about this one is it has a baffle insert as I always expect the tuff inspection on anything not standard for a new plate.
Might be I am wary after doing the oddball trailer thing twice.
To get the cans length spot on real easy to call into a friendly muffler shop and get em to do it on there drop saw takes all of 2 minutes.

[AllanB]

I had a Yoshi factory repack kit that came with stainless rivets - F me they were hard to do I had to buy a better tool for the job. Alloy rivets are shit loads easier to do. Probably don't last as long, but I suspect by the time they fail it will be due to a repack.

Loads of videos on Youtube for repacking - I followed this - if the muffler is used it will not go as easily as the video as they use a new pipe! Cheats!!!! Allow time and beers ..... beers helped. And swearing - I had lots of that.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPalKe6nYIk

[mossy1200]

I had a Yoshi factory repack kit that came with stainless rivets - F me they were hard to do I had to buy a better tool for the job. Alloy rivets are shit loads easier to do. Probably don't last as long, but I suspect by the time they fail it will be due to a repack.

Loads of videos on Youtube for repacking - I followed this - if the muffler is used it will not go as easily as the video as they use a new pipe! Cheats!!!! Allow time and beers ..... beers helped. And swearing - I had lots of that.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DPalKe6nYIk

Im lucky I have 3 types of rivet guns for stainless including a battery operated one available.
I should have taken a true side on photo as the one I posted is on a angle making it look longer than it is.
Personally I think its on the borderline of long.

[mossy1200]

Made a muffler bracket from a FZR1000W front axel. Bit of the old race bike for old times sake.

Ordered some mirrors and installed the alternator shunt resistor circuit.

[Arronduke]

The black unit in front of air filter is a bosh air valve which normally is inside the airbox. At the moment its on its side as normally it sits above the air filter. There is 4 injectors on the other side after a secondary airbox.

I assume you mean pipe that up through what is the wiring relay box area and move those items to other areas leaving a large hollow area on the rt side

Would be a good spot for battery and radiator overflow I guess.
Might need to give this some thought as the length of the rubber connecting pipe wouldn't effect the way the bike would run I guess.

Some have turned the secondary airbox around 180 degrees making the bosh unit come out the left side of the bike facing forwards.

I am liking this bike... love the lines. I want one.
Problem is wife says ... one in and one out. That does not work for me!

[mossy1200]

I am liking this bike... love the lines. I want one.
Problem is wife says ... one in and one out. That does not work for me!

With your list of goodness that's understandable.

[Arronduke]

Thanks im just starting to close the wallet pre xmas now.
Im getting a battery off Jelly next week but that might be the last thing unless a few little items pop up cheap.
Still waiting for the rearsets. Was a long time ago I paid for them now.
Im hoping to battery it up so I can run it every couple of weeks while I get xmas out of the way.
Maybe Santa will get me some parts.
I have money in paypal. Tried transferring to my bank account and 7 days later its in paypal again. If it doesn't work this time I guess ill get a headlight insert or other items from ebay.

Ok here is what works for me... at the moment. Will not last long and you don't sleep well. but hey your only alive and married to the same women once.
Gem visa - any purchase over $300 is interest free for 6 months... click online statement only please and bingo ... money and wife does not know!!!!!!!!!!

OK not a long term solution but man with no police record that pulls the odd bank job and visa paid.... don't be greedy!
Make sure you don't rob your local bank... that's been done before.. why was I caught? (obviously not me I'm still at stage one)

[mossy1200]

Ok here is what works for me... at the moment. Will not last long and you don't sleep well. but hey your only alive and married to the same women once.
Gem visa - any purchase over $300 is interest free for 6 months... click online statement only please and bingo ... money and wife does not know!!!!!!!!!!

OK not a long term solution but man with no police record that pulls the odd bank job and visa paid.... don't be greedy!
Make sure you don't rob your local bank... that's been done before.. why was I caught? (obviously not me I'm still at stage one)


I solved my cash flow problem and took some of my workmates on call weeks.
Powdercoat wheels is next I think.
Maybe a trip to the saddler /seat builder to get a seat pad made.
Any recommendations in Wellington guys.
I got a gs1200ss seat built up higher about 7 odd years ago.
Im having trouble recalling the location but I think it was in Newtown near VTNZ.

[mossy1200]

Have it running and sounding moderately loud even with the quieting baffle inserted.
Seems a little rich so will need probe it from behind and set the idle mixture on the bosh unit.
Bit of a pause when throttle on. When lean it down the pause goes away but idles a little high. Best get the mixture at idle sorted then back off the idle speed after I would assume.

[Laava]

Maybe a trip to the saddler /seat builder to get a seat pad made..

Come on mate, do it yourthelf!

http://youtu.be/9oMRb9qLT-Q

[AllanB]

Shit no - that seat above this has no padding of any value and looks uck. Look cooler and may even be more comfortable if you carved one out of rimu and polished it with oil.

[Laava]

Shit no - that seat above this has no padding of any value and looks uck. Look cooler and may even be more comfortable if you carved one out of rimu and polished it with oil.

Excuse me but Ichiban Moto is a master bike builder and his work is beyond reproach!
You must redeem yourself immediately!

[mossy1200]

Excuse me but Ichiban Moto is a master bike builder and his work is beyond reproach!
You must redeem yourself immediately!

AB is playing with you. Hes the one who has ordered himself the completed Ichy Moto bike.

[ducatilover]

Excuse me but Ichiban Moto is a master bike builder and his work is beyond reproach!
You must redeem yourself immediately!

He's my hero :yes:

[mossy1200]

Final brake coupling arrived so reassembled front brakes.



I went to Super Cheap Autos today and bought a one man brake bleed kit for $16.



Best purchase ever.



I had spent 2 hrs bleeding brakes last night thought I had it perfect.



Hooked the kit which goes onto both front brakes at same time. 1/4 turn open both nipples and pump brakes. Pumped about 200ml through and out came the crud and worst of all was 2 good size air bubbles that my efforts last night had not got.

Took about 10mins all up including working out how to assemble it.



Stuck it on the rear brakes on the zx14r also just for another trial. 5mins done.

Pet hate was brake bleed. Not now its one of the easiest jobs to do.



Installed mirrors also.

[mossy1200]

We have sound after a oil change and filter.
Sorry about the phone recording though.




https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS8Oea6jCRE&feature=youtu.be

Speedo arrived. Even smaller than I thought it would be.

[Vinz0r]

We have sound after a oil change and filter.

And I thought my engine was whiney!

[willytheekid]

Come on mate, do it yourthelf!


:crazy: Jebus!!

...love the "weight reduction" he has done to the frame :killingme


ps..Mossy, looking and sounding great mate :niceone: (well...for a churman! :whistle::D)

[insomnia01]

looking/sounding AWESOME Mossy :clap:

[MIXONE]

And I thought my engine was whiney!

When I rode a K75 I was asked a few times if it had a blower.All the old K's whine (and smoke if you leave them on the sidestand when the motor is hot!).

[mossy1200]

Thanks guys.
Some of the issue is my phone micro not liking the noise.
Its a bit deeper with the db killer out also.

Got the speedo and wheel sensor mounted up. I guess I am supposed to Glue the magnets into the hex holes. That will mean waiting until after wheels are powder coated. I guess I will need sort that out this weekend.

[JATZ]

Thanks guys.
Some of the issue is my phone micro not liking the noise.
Its a bit deeper with the db killer out also.

Got the speedo and wheel sensor mounted up. I guess I am supposed to Glue the magnets into the hex holes. That will mean waiting until after wheels are powder coated. I guess I will need sort that out this weekend.

Glueing the magnet in to the hex hole is about the only solution I could come up with too :eek5: I also thought about drilling/tapping a new hole and screwing in a hex head just for the magnet. There is a bit of room behind the disc if it needed a thin nut for extra security. I've seen a bracket bolted to a disc bolt but it looked somewhat "agricultural"
I'm glad your one sounds whiney too, I thought it might've just been mine :D
I may stay home this weekend and do some more to mine.... but then again ...:innocent:

[mossy1200]

Glueing the magnet in to the hex hole is about the only solution I could come up with too :eek5: I also thought about drilling/tapping a new hole and screwing in a hex head just for the magnet. There is a bit of room behind the disc if it needed a thin nut for extra security. I've seen a bracket bolted to a disc bolt but it looked somewhat "agricultural"
I'm glad your one sounds whiney too, I thought it might've just been mine :D
I may stay home this weekend and do some more to mine.... but then again ...:innocent:

I might drill a hole in the hex head on both sides like you would for a lock wire. Then put a split pin through it and set the magnet into chemset. The split pin will stop it working its way out again.

[mossy1200]

I took the wheels off today and will take them to the powder coaters tomorrow.

Going for a Saturn gloss black.



Made my own bead breaker as the bike shop was closed when finished work.

[AllanB]

Nice simple bead breaker.

That's no way to treat a drill bit though!

[mossy1200]

Nice simple bead breaker.

That's no way to treat a drill bit though!

I couldn't reach my screwdriver without getting up again.

[mossy1200]

Bit of White Knight Gloss Black.

[mossy1200]

And this my big bake oven.
Wife even knows they are in there.

[nzspokes]

And this my big bake oven.
Wife even knows they are in there.

Good way to get garage time, get kicked out of the house.:laugh:

[mossy1200]

Good way to get garage time, get kicked out of the house.:laugh:

There is baked on enamel on the good hand towel. Im gunna get angry sex later when she finds it.

[nzspokes]

There is baked on enamel on the good hand towel. Im gunna get angry sex later when she finds it.

Happy times then.

[mossy1200]

Paint job turned out good for a home rattle.
Still think ill get the tail and tank done properly though.

Even tidied the garage.

[mossy1200]

Speedo wiring complete.

It even does the speedo to max then back to zero on start up
Have high beam, oil, indicators and neutral connected.

[mossy1200]

Rearsets are on the way to me.

[mossy1200]

Xmas has arrived.

Having trouble with the brake lines though. I might need get one made up. The line goes into the caliper directly but I need a stock banjo head at the other end to take a rear switch.

[Laava]

Nice touch mate!

[mossy1200]

Have the bike together and running.
Powder coated rims Gloss Black came up very well.
New BT45 tyres 100/90/18 and 140/80/17 fit on the rims well.
Need to remove bake brake caliper and muffler to install GRR.

Master cylinder may need a Total refurbishment.
Work well but when you let them off they go to zero pressure until pumped up.
Any ideas guys??

To do list is.
# Back brake pressure switch.
# Paint job.
# Install BMW emblems on tank.
# Seat pad.
# Front brakes to sort.

Then its new plate and WOF and rego.

[Oscar]

Then its new plate and WOF and rego.

You need the K100 plate.
Make me an offer, you know you want too...

[mossy1200]

You need the K100 plate.
Make me an offer, you know you want too...

I would like it but I cant even afford a paint job. Next year is possible if you still have it and the price is good for me but makes you cry.
You better PM me what your expecting so I can think about it.

[Vinz0r]

I don't understand, you can't finish a project bike in 3 months, it's against the rules. Pretty sure the mandatory minimum duration before it's allowed to run is at least 4 years, for 3 of those it must be neglected under a tarp in the corner of the shed.

But in all seriousness, very cool bike. Can't wait to see it painted.

[mossy1200]

I don't understand, you can't finish a project bike in 3 months, it's against the rules. Pretty sure the mandatory minimum duration before it's allowed to run is at least 4 years, for 3 of those it must be neglected under a tarp in the corner of the shed.

But in all seriousness, very cool bike. Can't wait to see it painted.

Thanks but could be a while yet.
Got the brakes working and discs lined up but the master(13mm) is to small to run the 4 pot brembos with good bite.
The alternatives are a r100r 15mm unit that involve a straight swap or change to a 20mm k1100 unit which involves new throttle grip and modifying a k1100 throttle cable at the injector end and also the bracket at that end.

Might be going the new r100r way.

[willytheekid]

Such an awesome job as usual Mossy:yes:

....your gonna have sooO much naughty Giggity-Fun on that thing:wings::laugh:

[Kickaha]

The alternatives are a r100r 15mm unit that involve a straight swap or change to a 20mm k1100 unit which involves new throttle grip and modifying a k1100 throttle cable at the injector end and also the bracket at that end.

Might be going the new r100r way.

I would have thought a 20mm would make for a rock hard lever with very little feel

Ducati and MotoGuzzi also use 15mm Brembo m/c on various bikes

[mossy1200]

I would have thought a 20mm would make for a rock hard lever with very little feel

Ducati and MotoGuzzi also use 15mm Brembo m/c on various bikes

The brembo brakes on my bike are from a k1100lt with adapters for the mounts. Maybe the stroke is shorter.
The k100 and K1100 both have the same switch block and wiring so my electrics go straight on. Anything else requires a full control rewire. My bike has the twin indicator switch system (left on left side rt on rt) with a reset button on the rt hand side.


The twin disc r80 and r100 have the same set up as my bike (throttle etc) with a large version of the master cylinder housing. These bolt straight on and people use them for this conversion with success but they are rare unless new.
$470 for new locally or $258 ex usa.

Basically 2 options k1100 complete set up less switch or master upgrade to 15mm.

K1100 is apparently the better option but the throttle system is different and the amount of parts required doesn't stop until the throttle cable plus injector cable mount requires modified also.:wacko:

[JATZ]

Nice work Mossy :niceone:

Now you've had a bit of practice... you can buy mine and give it the same treatment :yes:

[mossy1200]

Nice work Mossy :niceone:

Now you've had a bit of practice... you can buy mine and give it the same treatment :yes:

Thanks.

All good send around and you buy the parts.

[mossy1200]

I have decided ill do the r100r 15mm conversion with new unit instead of the k1100 complete system and throttle alterations.

The only second hand k1100 unit I can find is $180 plus freight. Risk - it needs rebuild or soon will
The new r100r unit that runs 2 4 pot brembos also is $258 usd including freight. Pro - Its new.

[Taxythingy]

It'll be cheaper, easier and it will work right. Good choice.

[Arronduke]

I am loving this build.
I want one!

There is some seriously good work here.
Always wanted to do the R build but you have convinced me that the R is not the only model worth doing.
Keep the updates coming.. cool.

[mossy1200]

I am loving this build.
I want one!

There is some seriously good work here.
Always wanted to do the R build but you have convinced me that the R is not the only model worth doing.
Keep the updates coming.. cool.

http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/motorbikes/motorbikes/sports/auction-817643477.htm
Possible if you don't mind the 750 triple.

Somone here started one but mentioned not wanting to continue due to lack of workshop with power.

[JATZ]

I am loving this build.
I want one!

There is some seriously good work here.
Always wanted to do the R build but you have convinced me that the R is not the only model worth doing.
Keep the updates coming.. cool.
Boy... Have I got a deal for you :cool:

Sent from my ZTE R83

[mossy1200]

Boy... Have I got a deal for you :cool:

Sent from my ZTE R83

Free??????

[mossy1200]

After ordering the wrong banjo brake switch thread type for the rear brakes this was the sum total of my weekend.

Trim the rear off 2 bmw car wheel caps for the tank emblems.

Wasn't to keen on the blue ones.

[Arronduke]

Boy... Have I got a deal for you :cool:

Sent from my ZTE R83

That made me laugh, are steak knifes part of the deal.
I always love a deal but at the moment that deal would have to be supper good like Mossy says.

[mossy1200]

Back brakes sorted today including switch unit. Banjo bolt switch style.

[mossy1200]

15mm master cylinder kit ordered.

Having battery issues at the moment. Does anyone in Wellington have a charger for lithium batteries I could use.
Trying to work out if my issue is lack of charge or a load on the battery while sitting.
Its going flat in 2 or 3 days while parked.
My clamp on ammeter isn't accurate in lower current situations.

I start with 13volts and 3 days later 8-10

EDIT- Jelly has a charger I can lend. Thanks

[mossy1200]

I thought to myself why pay for seat to get made.
So being me I bought a cheap trade me cbx seat with new cover for under 30 and cut it up.

Drying in progress. Alpha Grip foaming adhesive used. Messy stuff.

Blocks underneath while glue drying hence strap over the top until tomorrow.

[AllanB]

Ha - good thinking - that seat looks cool.

Darn - itching for a build, what else can I change on the Hornet on a budget ..........

[mossy1200]

Ha - good thinking - that seat looks cool.

Darn - itching for a build, what else can I change on the Hornet on a budget ..........

Thanks im in trouble though.
I cut my wifes picnic swab mat up. It took one for team Mossy Seat inc.
The plan was idd never take her on a picnic again.

But

I left the offcuts in full view.

[Vinz0r]

I left the offcuts in full view.

Rookie mistake.

Seat looks really good.

[mossy1200]

Rookie mistake.



Just been to the warehouse. My wife owns a new mat now.

Seat dry and installed. Bit tight fitting length wise so ill do a bit of reshape on the rear bracket.

[mossy1200]

New Master cylinder arrived.
Installed and its now 2 finger braking.
Max pull on lever was almost full travel and is now about 1/4 pull.
Powerful enough to lift the rear wheel off the ground without to much effort and great feel.
First gear is very low and not having a slipper clutch its easy to get it locking up downshifting. Need get used to that.

Im tempted to go get it certified just so I can ride it and do the paint job next year now.
Shame the zx14r needs tyres GRRR. That's enough cash to certify k100.

[insomnia01]

[QUOTE=mossy1200;1130810708Shame the zx14r needs tyres GRRR. [/QUOTE]

what tyres would you recommend for the 14'?

[mossy1200]

what tyres would you recommend for the 14'?

Im running s20 might try the new s20evo

[insomnia01]

Im running s20 might try the new s20evo

In preparation for the TT 2000 in Feb, I think I'll fit a pair of S20Evo :niceone: I haven't used Bridgestones for sometime now as I found the Avon Storms felt more at ease on my Blackbird so jumping from 1 bike to the other should be interesting over autumn cheers Mossy & loving the rebuild :msn-wink:

[mossy1200]

Almost have the painting money.
Cant decide on colour. Im tending Gloss Black.


http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=843146128 Anyone want a project BMW?

[ducatilover]

This thing is looking bloody cool Mossy! Thumbs up mate

[Arronduke]

Almost have the painting money.
Cant decide on colour. Im tending Gloss Black.


http://www.trademe.co.nz/Browse/Listing.aspx?id=843146128 Anyone want a project BMW?


man this is look real cool, gloss black will look great.
I also think white stands out, yep something different but with some pin stripping it will stand out.

[mossy1200]

Finally some painting money. Dropping parts in tomorrow.

[BMWST?]

some k 100 rs came in a "pearl white".

http://motorbike-search-engine.co.uk/classic-bikes-2/1989-bmw-k100rs.jpg

[mossy1200]

some k 100 rs came in a "pearl white".



Wouldn't mind owning that rs.

I think white if just tank and tail wouldn't look correct. I put a white cloth over the tank and stood back for a look and it wasn't quite as good as I thought it would be. Im going for black to match the wheels.

[mossy1200]

Paint job back. Just some cell phone shots so far.

[BEAMER89]

looks good Moss, nice paint job, although sorry just my opinion but l prefer the bare metal look myself :sweatdrop

[mossy1200]

looks good Moss, nice paint job, although sorry just my opinion but l prefer the bare metal look myself :sweatdrop

That was plan one but it had previous damage up the front part of the tank. When sanding back hit some bog areas.

[BMWST?]

Wouldn't mind owning that rs.

I think white if just tank and tail wouldn't look correct. I put a white cloth over the tank and stood back for a look and it wasn't quite as good as I thought it would be. Im going for black to match the wheels.


agreed i think it was the constrast of white/dark blue that made this look work.Black k 100 rs looked good too,but yours aint a k100rs now anyway.!

[ducatilover]

Looks grouse! It'll be a sweet looking machine in action

[mossy1200]

On with the emblems and photo with camera this time.

[mossy1200]

Having problems with speedo.
The K100 disc bolts go all the way through from one side to the other.
Normally bolt goes into non magnet ally.
Whats happening is magnet is trying to magnetise the whole bolt making to weak to read for the sensor.
Two magnets with 3 layers of shrink sleave around them work but only just.
I think ill need get a small super magnet or a non magnetic disc bolt.

[Ocean1]

http://www.magnetic-magnets.co.nz/

[mossy1200]

http://www.magnetic-magnets.co.nz/

Thanks Ill get the neo 6 by 6mm disc type from your link if I cant get one from work. We do some door sensor units for Honeywell sometimes.
The ones they have work in steel frame doors. Just not sure if they have any below 10mm.

[nzspokes]

Having problems with speedo.
The K100 disc bolts go all the way through from one side to the other.
Normally bolt goes into non magnet ally.
Whats happening is magnet is trying to magnetise the whole bolt making to weak to read for the sensor.
Two magnets with 3 layers of shrink sleave around them work but only just.
I think ill need get a small super magnet or a non magnetic disc bolt.

Go to a bicycle shop and ask to look at the Cadence magnets. Its what I use and they stick on. Not had one come off yet and one of the speedos has 40,000ks on it now.

[mossy1200]

Go to a bicycle shop and ask to look at the Cadence magnets. Its what I use and they stick on. Not had one come off yet and one of the speedos has 40,000ks on it now.

Thanks ill follow that up also.

[mossy1200]

Managed to get some but had to order 32. Any one need some let me know. Rated 45 and 6mm by 6mm cylinder.

[ruaphu]

That paint job looks good Mossy, good lookin bike


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[98tls]

Bike looks great fella,outstanding work.Drag it outside and take some decent pics if you get the time.Well done.

[mossy1200]

Bike looks great fella,outstanding work.Drag it outside and take some decent pics if you get the time.Well done.

Will do. I need to get some petrol for it though as its hard to push back into the garage. Must be getting old.

[mossy1200]

OK petrol in bike started and tested speedo. All good but need change it to 2 magnets on the settings. Its unlikely I was doing 100kph up my street in second gear on the CR at low rpm.
I think ill need install the silencer kit in the muffler as I think its louder than the ninja.

Here is the outside photos with a camera rather than phone.

[Ocean1]

Here is the outside photos with a camera rather than phone.

Mmmm, shiny.

You didn't take it for a decent fang?

[mossy1200]

Mmmm, shiny.

You didn't take it for a decent fang?

Plates expired. Just wanted to check brakes and speedo operation. Ill do the new plate stuff before any adventures because I haven't been pulled over or had a ticket for four years but I wouldn't trust my luck as it seems to be an attention seeking vehicle.

[admenk]

Looks good, you should be a happy man :first:

[BEAMER89]

Man!! I take back my previous comment, that black looks sharp mate, awesome job. Almost gives me motivation to get stuck back into my BMW Airhead café project.:niceone:

[mossy1200]

Man!! I take back my previous comment, that black looks sharp mate, awesome job. Almost gives me motivation to get stuck back into my BMW Airhead café project.:niceone:

They did a very good job. In fact it makes the zx14r factory paint look dull. That's depressing me a fraction.
August paint and panel did the paint. Not cheap but great job so worth the extra monies.

[ducatilover]

Oh my!!! That is bloody sexxxxxxxxxy

[JATZ]

Man!! I take back my previous comment, that black looks sharp mate, awesome job. Almost gives me motivation to get stuck back into my BMW brick café/shed decoration project.:niceone:

What he said Mossy :niceone:

[mossy1200]

Taken from garage started it up. Vrrrm. Back in Garage again. Ninja looked sad so gave it some penrite and took it for a ride.

[Arronduke]

OK petrol in bike started and tested speedo. All good but need change it to 2 magnets on the settings. Its unlikely I was doing 100kph up my street in second gear on the CR at low rpm.
I think ill need install the silencer kit in the muffler as I think its louder than the ninja.

Here is the outside photos with a camera rather than phone.

Just catching up on this thread... WOW this machine looks outstanding, I spent 10min just looking at the pictures.
My only comment would be a rear seat pad would look cool. maybe its just that all the single seat bike I have one.

Hell still got several pages to go. Paint job is great, Black look awesome.

[HenryDorsetCase]

Taken from garage started it up. Vrrrm. Back in Garage again. Ninja looked sad so gave it some penrite and took it for a ride.

Someone stole the shock absorber from the left side.

AND PART OF THE SWINGARM TOO!!!!!


Looking good!

[Autech]

Turns out this is my workmates old bike. He had it from '86 till 2004/5. He stuck the brembos and braided lines on it as well as the fork brace.

[mossy1200]

Turns out this is my workmates old bike. He had it from '86 till 2004/5. He stuck the brembos and braided lines on it as well as the fork brace.

I took fork brace off as it looked wrong with the guard.
The brembos are good but were very soft with the 13mm MC so I ordered a new 15mm master cylinder that was on the boxers and its mint braking now. They shared the same lever, slide and throttle tube assy and had same controls. Also put braided on the top lines and rear.

Its for sale if he would like it back.

[Autech]

I took fork brace off as it looked wrong with the guard.
The brembos are good but were very soft with the 13mm MC so I ordered a new 15mm master cylinder that was on the boxers and its mint braking now. They shared the same lever, slide and throttle tube assy and had same controls. Also put braided on the top lines and rear.

Its for sale if he would like it back.

Hahaha, he doesn't like what you did with it I am afraid, he's a bit of a BMW purest. His current Beemer is a 1958 R60 restored as best as he can to original condition.

312070

I like it though, looks bad arse!

[sidecar bob]

Hahaha, he doesn't like what you did with it I am afraid, he's a bit of a BMW purest. His current Beemer is a 1958 R60 restored as best as he can to original condition.


Id hardly say hes a purist, the /2 chassis did not come out with the 247 series engine ;)

[Autech]

Id hardly say hes a purist, the /2 chassis did not come out with the 247 series engine ;)

Yup he would love one of those but parts and availability mean that he's got a 70s engine I think. I dunno, wasn't around back then :shit: