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Title: Update:- Gulf Cafe Fighter On BIKE EXIF! Post by: Moto Motivo on September 24, 2011, 09:44:50 AM The Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter is starting to look like a motorcycle.
There is still a lot of work and I am at the point where I have to decide if to fit a small fairing or keep it naked. Exhaust system will be next. (http://i976.photobucket.com/albums/ae249/Veloce-sa/CF3/IMG_9659a.jpg) (http://i976.photobucket.com/albums/ae249/Veloce-sa/CF3/IMG_9661a.jpg) (http://i976.photobucket.com/albums/ae249/Veloce-sa/CF3/IMG_9653a.jpg) Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: gr1976 on September 24, 2011, 09:52:11 AM nice bike...
is that the harbor freight lift? Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: Frosty_spl on September 24, 2011, 09:54:01 AM (http://images.cheezburger.com/completestore/2010/7/15/cf3a5b0c-1d8f-4b02-8797-97ff9a322408.jpg)
Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: Moto Motivo on September 24, 2011, 09:55:15 AM nice bike... is that the harbor freight lift? Thanks' Yes, using it now for about 18 months and no prblems yet. Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: Zulu on September 24, 2011, 01:12:32 PM [drool] [drool] [drool] [bow_down]
Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: stopintime on September 24, 2011, 01:35:28 PM Beautiful [thumbsup] Pin striping on fender, seat and maybe around a tank side grip pad? It's blue only, seen from the side... Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: Betty on September 24, 2011, 01:41:14 PM It's blue only, seen from the side... ... except for the subtle orange highlights on the wheels [cheeky] Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: thought on September 24, 2011, 04:23:16 PM Goddamn that's sexy
Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: iRam on September 24, 2011, 04:45:42 PM Thats Gorgeous! [clap]
Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: toodlepip on September 25, 2011, 01:42:10 AM Really really freakin cool!
Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: Raux on September 25, 2011, 02:55:20 AM A really nice half fairing would look great.
Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: That Motorcycle Show on September 25, 2011, 06:59:32 AM That looks great man. Give us a history/break down of the build. Where did that seat come from? Love to see more pics.
Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: pitbull on September 25, 2011, 01:15:58 PM very sharp!!!!!!
Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: THEBHJBmonster on September 25, 2011, 01:28:12 PM Very nice indeed!
Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: ute on September 25, 2011, 03:47:46 PM Wow amazing
How about a Paul Smart type fairing ? Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: Randimus Maximus on September 25, 2011, 05:06:38 PM [bow_down] [bow_down] [bow_down]
[thumbsup] that is all. Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: lawbreaker on September 26, 2011, 07:34:36 AM Absolutely Gorgeous !!
Keep her NAKED ! [thumbsup] Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: Duc Buz on September 26, 2011, 05:26:48 PM [bow_down]
Damn! I think naked or even with a Paul Smart style, you can't go wrong. Damn, again. Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: SwampMonster on September 26, 2011, 08:04:52 PM Unreal, beautiful I am really loving it. [thumbsup] [thumbsup]
Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: bdfinally on September 26, 2011, 08:46:56 PM (http://stvmcqueen.tripod.com/salute.jpg)
Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: MendoDave on September 27, 2011, 12:19:33 AM I like it too. What kind of forks are those?
Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: junior varsity on October 04, 2011, 08:50:51 AM OEM Showa SBK forks from the 748-996
Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: MendoDave on October 04, 2011, 08:57:35 AM That's what I thought they looked like.
I have some on my 750 but yours look a little more polished. Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: Moto Motivo on October 04, 2011, 12:52:12 PM The front end is alsmost brand new. It came from a 916SPS that was upgraded by dealer to Ohlins.
Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: junior varsity on October 04, 2011, 02:33:13 PM Yup. Same forks as 748-996. The fancier spec ones would have had TiN coated sliders. They work great revolved w Ohlins internals.
Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: Moto Motivo on October 04, 2011, 02:39:56 PM The 916 never had TIN shocks, they came out on the 996 models. These shocks were re-valved and also had a spring change and are perfect for the weight of the GULF Oil bike.
Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: junior varsity on October 04, 2011, 02:55:21 PM Uh forks... But I don't know why you are telling me. Dude had question on forks, and non-TiN 65mm-mount caliper spacing Showas (which were standard on the base model 748's and 996's) is the answer.
Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: Moto Motivo on October 04, 2011, 03:12:06 PM O my, forks, shocks, 65mm, TIN, 916, 996. You are correct, they are Showa "forks" from a 1998 916 SPS with 65mm caliper bolt spacing.
I was merely adding more "general" info. ;) Title: Re: Sneak preview:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: MendoDave on October 04, 2011, 03:16:21 PM I found out what I wanted to know, they are not KYB's or White brothers suspension or Showas from a Gixer 750.
Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: Moto Motivo on October 12, 2011, 08:32:56 AM Quick update on the Gulf Oil Bike.
I decided to fit a fairing and that will be here on Friday from the painter. I received the billet belt covers from SpeedyMoto and they look GREAT. Fantastic quality! See "before and after" belt cover pictures. BEFORE (http://i976.photobucket.com/albums/ae249/Veloce-sa/CF3/IMG_9686aa.jpg) AFTER (http://i976.photobucket.com/albums/ae249/Veloce-sa/CF3/IMG_9708aa.jpg) Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: Travman on October 12, 2011, 09:08:55 AM Very subtle and very tasteful. [thumbsup]
Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: stopintime on October 12, 2011, 09:27:14 AM HyperMotard left side routed oil lines?
[thumbsup] Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: Moto Motivo on October 12, 2011, 09:36:34 AM HyperMotard left side routed oil lines? [thumbsup] Looked at H/M lines and end up making my own. Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: junior varsity on October 12, 2011, 10:00:01 AM +1 on rerouting oil lines to left side.
Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter Post by: Steve.In.Atlanta on October 12, 2011, 04:09:54 PM Love those Speedy Moto belt covers and are on my list of things to get after winter gear. Not planning on parking it because it's cold.
Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Moto Motivo on October 23, 2011, 11:33:02 AM Took the Gulf bike out on her maiden run this morning. What a blast and fantastic reaction from everyone that saw the bike.
(http://i976.photobucket.com/albums/ae249/Veloce-sa/CF3/IMG_9717a.jpg) (http://i976.photobucket.com/albums/ae249/Veloce-sa/CF3/IMG_9721a.jpg) (http://i976.photobucket.com/albums/ae249/Veloce-sa/CF3/IMG_9825a.jpg) (http://i976.photobucket.com/albums/ae249/Veloce-sa/CF3/IMG_9793a.jpg) (http://i976.photobucket.com/albums/ae249/Veloce-sa/CF3/IMG_9783a.jpg) (http://i976.photobucket.com/albums/ae249/Veloce-sa/CF3/IMG_9808a.jpg) Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Steve.In.Atlanta on October 23, 2011, 12:02:37 PM OMFG!!! That's sweet. [bow_down]
Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: thought on October 23, 2011, 12:21:16 PM looks incredible man
Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: dark_duc on October 23, 2011, 04:22:13 PM [drool]
Very Nice! Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: 1KDS on October 23, 2011, 04:34:55 PM Just awesome!
I some how missed this build until now, wow I'm impressed, hope my 2V SBK turns out half this nice. Where did you get that tail? edit: looking at it more, looks like the Rad Duc tail and subframe, good choice! Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Grampa on October 23, 2011, 05:00:38 PM [clap]
Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Statler on October 23, 2011, 05:05:03 PM That is one of the best looking motorcycles I have ever seen.
Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: 1KDS on October 23, 2011, 05:22:23 PM One more question, did you custom fab that exhaust?
Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Moto Motivo on October 23, 2011, 05:38:48 PM Yes, the 2 into 1 headers are my own creation and sounds GREAT!!! ;D (Black ceramic coated)
Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: abby normal on October 23, 2011, 06:36:05 PM Holy smokes. That thing is stunning. Was that the vision you had when you
Started? Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Pedro-bot on October 23, 2011, 06:56:44 PM WANT!!! [drool]
That thing is elfin' beautiful!!!! [thumbsup] Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Grampa on October 23, 2011, 07:08:37 PM elf..... n?
Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Moto Motivo on October 23, 2011, 07:11:02 PM Holy smokes. That thing is stunning. Was that the vision you had when you Thanks' for the compliment!Started? I knew from the start that the bike needed to be Gulf Oil colors. I own a Gulf Oil GT40 and always thought that the colors would look great on one of my custom bikes. The difficult choices were:1 Color of the frame and 2 if the bike was going to have a fairing. I am glad that I went with the Aluminum silver frame and small fairing, they just complete the whole package perfectly. Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: TAftonomos on October 23, 2011, 08:18:04 PM Looks pretty good. I'd like to see a better solution for the elliptical frame mount/lower swingarm pivot. Hopefully I'll have another batch of those pucks coming in soon!
Do you get your parts direct from Radical Ducati? I'm after a few things..... Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Raux on October 23, 2011, 10:37:34 PM exactly the kind of fairing I had in mind when I saw this build
Incredible work and attention to detail. Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Speedbag on October 24, 2011, 03:31:07 AM [drool]
Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: pitbull on October 24, 2011, 05:21:23 AM That is one of the best looking motorcycles I have ever seen. my thoughts as well. Really beautifully done!!!!! Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Howie on October 24, 2011, 05:41:11 AM Oh my [drool]
Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Moto Motivo on October 24, 2011, 05:57:42 AM Looks pretty good. I'd like to see a better solution for the elliptical frame mount/lower swingarm pivot. Hopefully I'll have another batch of those pucks coming in soon! Do you get your parts direct from Radical Ducati? I'm after a few things..... Let me know what you need. I have a very good working relationship with Radical and will be putting an order in for parts soon. [thumbsup] Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Nomad on October 24, 2011, 07:28:39 AM Bexton,
I may have missed it somewhere, but I know you mentioned your business is cars. Are these bikes just for personal enjoyment, or are you entertaining the idea of taking custom orders at any point? Every bike you've posted here has been gorgeous... Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Moto Motivo on October 24, 2011, 07:53:47 AM Bexton, My business is cars, CAV GT's (Best Ford GT40 replica cars in the world ;)) The custom bikes are a personal hobby and yes, I will take custom orders.I may have missed it somewhere, but I know you mentioned your business is cars. Are these bikes just for personal enjoyment, or are you entertaining the idea of taking custom orders at any point? Every bike you've posted here has been gorgeous... Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: yamifixer on October 24, 2011, 08:05:27 AM Well done. That is a very nice looking bike.
Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: mitt on October 24, 2011, 08:48:05 AM You nailed it - great job [thumbsup]
mitt Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Bishamon on October 24, 2011, 10:23:08 AM Beautiful!!
Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: pennyrobber on October 24, 2011, 11:07:27 AM Is this the thread where I sign up for the Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter demo ride? [evil]
Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: DRKWNG on October 24, 2011, 02:57:33 PM I'd like to send my SC down so you can give it a thorough going over.
Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Moto Motivo on October 24, 2011, 03:29:03 PM I'd like to send my SC down so you can give it a thorough going over. Please, I am waiting! [thumbsup] Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: DRKWNG on October 24, 2011, 04:12:55 PM Please, I am waiting! [thumbsup] So is my checkbook. ;) I do want to do something with it though, as I love the bike. It's just too long of a reach for my back to handle. taking all the parts off/out and putting them onto a 749/999 though... [evil] Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: zooom on October 24, 2011, 05:22:52 PM Is this the thread where I sign up for the Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter demo ride? [evil] no...that is currently on Ebay... Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Curmudgeon on October 24, 2011, 05:44:28 PM Thanks' for the compliment! I knew from the start that the bike needed to be Gulf Oil colors. I own a Gulf Oil GT40 and always thought that the colors would look great on one of my custom bikes. The difficult choices were:1 Color of the frame and 2 if the bike was going to have a fairing. I am glad that I went with the Aluminum silver frame and small fairing, they just complete the whole package perfectly. My son has been buying and selling a bunch of classic cars of late to Howden Classics in Zebulon and I've been down there twice in the last month. http://www.howdenclassics.com/new/about.php (http://www.howdenclassics.com/new/about.php) Next time he needs me for a run, I may ask to drop in if we have the time and you're available. Would like to see your set-up. Was that your Gulf GT-40 in the pits at Heacock Classic last year at VIR http://www.virnow.com/event/guid-58 (http://www.virnow.com/event/guid-58) or perhaps one of your client's? Think I have a snap somewhere. Regards! Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Moto Motivo on October 24, 2011, 05:57:22 PM Yes, it was my car.
Please come and have a coffee with me when you are down my side of the woods. (http://i976.photobucket.com/albums/ae249/Veloce-sa/Gulf1-1-1.jpg) Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: 1KDS on October 24, 2011, 06:02:56 PM So nice!
What do you run in it? Please say Windsor 408 stroker ;D Please do not say SBC :'( Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Moto Motivo on October 24, 2011, 06:10:14 PM My demonstrator has a 400hp 302 CI motor with 4 twin choke carbs (8 open stacks)
We will never put a SBC in a GT40 replica. Also have a 358 CI 560 hp FI car in the shop at the moment. Great fun!!!!!! Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Curmudgeon on October 24, 2011, 06:18:56 PM Found it. Not great art..., but in situ. ;) Thanks for the offer. I'm a caffeine addict. (http://gallery.leica-users.org/d/287430-1/VIR_GT40-R.jpg) Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: 1KDS on October 24, 2011, 06:19:42 PM We will never put a SBC in a GT40 replica. [beer] Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: Speedbag on October 25, 2011, 03:24:45 AM Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: corey on October 27, 2011, 05:31:19 AM Congrats on the BikeEXIF entry! Machine looks beautiful!
http://www.bikeexif.com/custom-ducati-3 (http://www.bikeexif.com/custom-ducati-3) Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Cafe Fighter On BIKE EXIF! Post by: csorin on October 28, 2011, 08:41:10 AM Congrats on the Bike Exif entry! I was stoked to recognize the bike [thumbsup]
Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Cafe Fighter On BIKE EXIF! Post by: Randy@StradaFab on November 04, 2011, 04:51:52 PM Just saw this....Gulf Oil Cafe Racer and Mostro Della Strada on the same page....kinda cool
http://www.fast3r.com/topics/cafe-racer/ (http://www.fast3r.com/topics/cafe-racer/) Title: Re: Update:- Gulf Oil Cafe Fighter:- On the road Post by: ducpainter on November 04, 2011, 04:57:39 PM [beer] +2 +11ty billion. |