My Custom M900

[Rudemouthsky]

So how many ounces of Busch Light per pound does he charge? 

[ChrisK]

So how many ounces of Busch Light per pound does he charge? 

Ha! I'm going back tomorrow to have him shave some more off so I'll make that calculation after.

[ChrisK]

Here is the plan I used to machine the flywheel of the alternator 3 wire, you still have a margin for road use, you can go down to 1.8 kgs after you have any problem in ralance output curve.

Your balance is in kg or lb?

Now that I look at this, how does this work? From what I'm seeing, you're taking off the outer-most diameter. Seems like that would screw up your timing lump?

[ChrisK]

Did the final work on the flywheel last night, got it down to 2.65 lbs. So, BuckNaked, if I'm doing my math right, that comes out to 194.59 ounces per pound of machining.... or 17 cans. 

[Rudemouthsky]

Did the final work on the flywheel last night, got it down to 2.65 lbs. So, BuckNaked, if I'm doing my math right, that comes out to 194.59 ounces per pound of machining.... or 17 cans.  

I hope you didn't really buy him a case and remove 7 cans, cheapazz!  Nice, very nice.

[ChrisK]

Lol no, I bought him a 30 pack, which makes it work out to the 17 cans per pound machined off.

[silas]

How much did the stock flywheel weigh? This is on my list. Chris, I sent you a PM about an inj. 750ss 4/ 2000 alt cover I have if u want/  need it and it can work.

My baby: 1998 too!   

[ChrisK]

The stock flywheel weighed 4.5 lbs, took it down to 2.65 lbs.

[ChrisK]

The mailman made me quite happy yesterday 





Brand new FCR 41's from Ca-Cycleworks. They're just as beautiful as I thought they would be.

As far as installation goes, it was mostly fine. I think for $900+ there are three things that should be included in the kit you receive:

1) New rubber flanges for the air box. The OEM ones are a pain to stretch over the FCR's, AND I had to go to the hardware store to buy longer bolts to allow the clamps to reach all the way around the carb opening.
2) A ball-end 5mm allen key. In the instructions they say you need one. I have non-ball type keys and really didn't feel like buying the ball-end just for the four small bolts you have to use it on. So I ended up grinding one of mine down and doing it that way. Motion Pro includes a hex key in their throttle tube kit. Cycleworks should either include a small, cheap key, or just install the spigots while they're jetting the carbs.
3) Better instructions with some pictures and/or a better drawing than the one that's included. The instructions in the kit did include all the steps necessary for the install, but just weren't that great. For $900+, when you're telling me I need to cut out the vertical support in the air box, I'd like a picture highlighting exactly what I should be cutting out.

Beside that, everything else was positive. The only thing that really sucks is that I CAN'T RIDE RIGHT NOW! It's 12 degrees outside today and the whole left side of my motor is torn apart. 

My workspace looks a bit crazy right now:

[Dellikose]

I know you know this...but, you're doing this right.

I'd like to do all these upgrades eventually, and I'll be using this thread to note the details on going about it. I can't wait until you can report on how she feels the first time you get to go out.

Keep it up, the ramen is worth it!

[ChrisK]

I know you know this...but, you're doing this right.

I'd like to do all these upgrades eventually, and I'll be using this thread to note the details on going about it. I can't wait until you can report on how she feels the first time you get to go out.

Keep it up, the ramen is worth it!

Thanks Dellikose!

I wish I could remember to take more detailed photos of the "during" process, I just get too caught up in the moment and forget.

There's really only three things left on my list that I can think I'd like done to this thing: Newer suspension setup, custom headlight, and lighter wheels. It will probably be quite a while for those though.

[Rudemouthsky]

God it sucks not having a garage...and now it's tax season and my busy time for work. It's gonna be riding season before I even have my ride torn down. 

[ChrisK]

Thanks to a generous forum member, I got a great deal on a replacement alternator cover, so I didn't have to worry about that cracked lip anymore. The one that I got didn't match the color of my stock covers so I decided to paint them with VHT engine paint. Turned out pretty good, although I wish it was more on the matte end of the spectrum. I'm hoping they dull down over time. Regardless, I plan on painting the entire motor next off-season. Just trying to get it ready to ride now.

[Dellikose]

Mr. Regan is overseeing your work I see

[Rudemouthsky]

Mr. Regan is overseeing your work I see