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  1. Greg1982
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    Carbon Fiber over gas tank - good, bad, or ugly?

    The dip your car kit is really nice. Do you know if the result is a texture you can feel and is it compatible with clear coat? I think you could...
    Post by: Greg1982, Dec 24, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  2. Greg1982
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    Carbon Fiber over gas tank - good, bad, or ugly?

    My son just showed me a really cool solution for this. Check out Hydrographing. Their are a number of you tube videos showing how to do this...
    Post by: Greg1982, Dec 22, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    I don't think it matters, My first Seca had a yosh stage seven 4 into 1 and my second had a Kerker 4 into 1 and they both ran great. Never got...
    Post by: Greg1982, Dec 21, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    I hate to say this because I know a lot of people are very passionate about after market filters. This is the third 550 I have put the K&N...
    Post by: Greg1982, Dec 21, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  5. Greg1982
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Thanks, it sounds and rides great also. Really sucks that i have to put it away for the winter.
    Post by: Greg1982, Dec 5, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  6. Greg1982
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    I got it at Dime City Cycle. I would not call it comfy. If you are planning on your bike being your daily driver, add padding or look at...
    Post by: Greg1982, Sep 10, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    I am an electrical engineer so I just sort of did it in my head. If you let me know what part and the wiring you are struggling with I can draw...
    Post by: Greg1982, Sep 8, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  8. Greg1982
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Thanks, it sounds like you need to get the GF more interested in motorcycles. Hope to see you thier.
    Post by: Greg1982, Aug 2, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  9. Greg1982
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    This is somewhat puzzling. Being a four stroke you would set the tach at 2 rpm's per spark. Being a wasted spark system you would set the tach...
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 30, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  10. Greg1982
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    On both bikes I used the stock four into two. It's to hard to find an after market pipe and I am not good enough to make an exhaust yet. I...
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 28, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  11. Greg1982
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    First Bike show a few weeks ago. Took the trophy for "Best In Show" home with me.
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 28, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  12. Greg1982
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Finished Seca 550 sitting next to a Yamaha Radian 600 I fixed up last year. The Radian is not an XJ but hey it shares the same case. I have now...
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 28, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  13. Greg1982
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Finished. I took some pictures to send into Dime City Cycle. I really appreciate the help they gave me.
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 28, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  14. Greg1982
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    I bought them on-line through J&P Cycles for $30. They carry two different sizes. I used the smaller of the two.
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 27, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  15. Greg1982
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Thanks
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 27, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  16. Greg1982
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Tail light from an old model A Ford. The all in one unit, tail light, stop light and license plate holder made everything real easy. The tail...
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 26, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    This shot shows the lights and controls. Norman Hyde Bars, Bar End LED Turn Signals, Brown Grips, Two Inch Dime City Bar End Mirrors. I used the...
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 26, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  18. Greg1982
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    It takes 7 to 8 feet per pipe. I did all four with a thirty foot roll.
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 25, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Tank knee pads and Yamaha tuning fork badge. This is the same tank badge that is on my 2009 FZ6R.
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 25, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  20. Greg1982
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Wiring came out OK. I may go back and clean it up later. For now everthing works. It did get a little crowded under the seat.
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 25, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    New Tarozzi rear sets went on real easy. They fit up perfect. They really improved the seating position with the Norman Hide handle bars.
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 25, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Cleaned, scrubbed, cleaned some more, wet sanded everything I could get to with 320 grit. Prepped with Eastwood Prep Spray and then painted. The...
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 20, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    New Progressive Suspension shocks. I went with 13.5 inch shocks instead of the stock 12.5 inch. This gave me the needed clearance after my...
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 20, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  24. Greg1982
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    A better picture of the titanium exhaust wrap. I used the stock exhaust because I like that balanced look of two mufflers.
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 20, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Another shot of the paint.
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 20, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  26. Greg1982
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Paint is finished - cream color stripe with red pin strips. I wanted the bike to look like a rootbeer float. I remember when I was a kid the two...
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 20, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Engine installed in the frame. You can see the K&N air filters and more of the small parts are powder coated.
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 20, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Engine cleaned up and painted. I used the same Eastwood Company Cast Iron Grey paint that i used on the rims. The valve covers and some of the...
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 20, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Crankcase ventalation

    K&N sells a crank case breather filter that I have been using for years on numerous bikes. You can also get a cheap spin off brand at most auto...
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 18, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    Xj550 Starter engine

    I agree with the recommendation to rebuild the one you have is the most affordable option. A few weeks ago when I though I had a starter problem...
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 18, 2012 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Been taking the air box off bikes since I was in college. I understand the cons but if done right it is no big deal. Plus it's hard to get the...
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 18, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Martin Senior Rootbeer Brown three stage paint ready for stripe and clear coat. First time I have used three stage. More work but a lot nice...
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 18, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Norm Hyde "M" bars. Nice compromise between drag bars and clubman bars.
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 18, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Starting the assembly. 1. Frame Panted Black with Martin Senior black bumper paint 2. Body work done on the tank, primed and ready for paint...
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 18, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    New area for the battery and all of the electronics. Also the new seat mounts. Later I add a hoop over the battery for the rear cowl to rest of...
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    New Seat mocked up. I made a mistake and mocked up the seat with the bike on the center-stand. When I dropped it down on the tire the seat was...
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  37. Greg1982
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Frame de-tabbed and ready for the new battery and electrical area.
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 17, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  38. Greg1982
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    All the parts that are not going back on the bike.
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 16, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
  39. Greg1982
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Three days after I got it home. Came apart really easy. Took my time and put everything in labeled plastic bags so I know what is what during...
    Post by: Greg1982, Jul 16, 2012 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    1982 Seca 550 Cafe Racer Build for Rockerbox

    Here is a picture of a 1982 Seca 550 that a purchased last January for $500. The plan is to turn it into a British looking Cafe Racer and take it...
    Thread by: Greg1982, Jul 16, 2012, 68 replies, in forum: XJ Modifications
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