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1989 3CV Streetfighter Project

Started by aviationfred, August 02, 2021, 11:13:38 PM

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Millietant

Looks like you've got the bit between your teeth now Fred. Great to see :good2:
Dean

'89 FJ 1200 3CV - owned from new.
'89 FJ 1200 3CV - no engine, tank, seat....parts bike for the future.
'88 FJ 1200 3CV - complete runner 2024 resto project
'88 FJ 1200 3CV - became a race bike, no longer with us.
'86 FJ 1200 1TX - sold to my boss to finance the '89 3CV I still own.

aviationfred

The engine and swingarm are installed. Working on alot of small items. A few months ago my brother brought his 89 FJ from Florida for me to work on. I installed a 4-1 exhaust and I kept the OEM exhaust. I have begun the process of removing 35 years of road grime and the OEM paint to expose the stainless tubing..The Tail cowling was filled, trimmed, fitted and mounted.
I also did a test on painting a 2 tone pattern.
Hopefully my wheels will be done today.

Fred
I'm not the fastest FJ rider, I am 'half-fast', the fastest slow guy....

Current
2008 VFR800 RC46 Vtec
1996 VFR750 RC36/2
1990 FJ1300 (1297cc) Casper
1990 VFR750 RC36/1 Minnie
1989 FJ1200 Lazarus, the Streetfighter Project
1985 VF500F RC31 Interceptor

fj1289

Last picture looks like you are assembling a transformer!

Awesome progress!

aviationfred

Whoo Hoo the Wheels are done...... Now that I will be able to roll it around.... it will be going to the upholstery shop to get a seat made.

Teaser wheel photo.

Fred
I'm not the fastest FJ rider, I am 'half-fast', the fastest slow guy....

Current
2008 VFR800 RC46 Vtec
1996 VFR750 RC36/2
1990 FJ1300 (1297cc) Casper
1990 VFR750 RC36/1 Minnie
1989 FJ1200 Lazarus, the Streetfighter Project
1985 VF500F RC31 Interceptor

aviationfred

It is starting to look like a Motorcycle finally. Still a lot of work to be done. The 3 big items are

1: A seat needs to be made from scratch.

1a: Once the bike is back from the upholstery shop, the bodywork can be painted.

2: The exhaust needs to be fabicated/welded

3: The wiring harness needs to be made.

Fred
I'm not the fastest FJ rider, I am 'half-fast', the fastest slow guy....

Current
2008 VFR800 RC46 Vtec
1996 VFR750 RC36/2
1990 FJ1300 (1297cc) Casper
1990 VFR750 RC36/1 Minnie
1989 FJ1200 Lazarus, the Streetfighter Project
1985 VF500F RC31 Interceptor

Pat Conlon

1) Free Owners Manual download: https://tinyurl.com/fmsz7hk9
2) Don't store your FJ with E10 fuel https://tinyurl.com/3cjrfct5
3) Replace your old stock rubber brake lines.
4) Important items for the '84-87 FJ's:
Safety wire: https://tinyurl.com/99zp8ufh
Fuel line: https://tinyurl.com/bdff9bf3

aviationfred

Quote from: Pat Conlon on August 17, 2023, 02:43:09 PM
Any plans for a hugger?


Pat,

No plans for a Hugger. I am using this Vertical Mud Guard/License plate holder. The Tag Frame has a built in Tag Light

Fred
I'm not the fastest FJ rider, I am 'half-fast', the fastest slow guy....

Current
2008 VFR800 RC46 Vtec
1996 VFR750 RC36/2
1990 FJ1300 (1297cc) Casper
1990 VFR750 RC36/1 Minnie
1989 FJ1200 Lazarus, the Streetfighter Project
1985 VF500F RC31 Interceptor

aviationfred

I went with the EK 530 Z3D chain.

Fred
I'm not the fastest FJ rider, I am 'half-fast', the fastest slow guy....

Current
2008 VFR800 RC46 Vtec
1996 VFR750 RC36/2
1990 FJ1300 (1297cc) Casper
1990 VFR750 RC36/1 Minnie
1989 FJ1200 Lazarus, the Streetfighter Project
1985 VF500F RC31 Interceptor

aviationfred

For this build, I wanted a different look and decided against the Renntec engine guards. I found Carbon Fiber Case Savers. They are made in Germany and use Steel inserts embedded in the Carbon Fiber to protect the Aluminum parts. The covers are listed for the XJR1300 on the website. www.carbonadi.de .
I originally discovered these covers on eBay for my VFR's. From the website, they DO NOT ship to the United States. I had to have them shipped to a friend in England, then have it shipped to the US. The 1st photo is from their brochure.


Fred
I'm not the fastest FJ rider, I am 'half-fast', the fastest slow guy....

Current
2008 VFR800 RC46 Vtec
1996 VFR750 RC36/2
1990 FJ1300 (1297cc) Casper
1990 VFR750 RC36/1 Minnie
1989 FJ1200 Lazarus, the Streetfighter Project
1985 VF500F RC31 Interceptor

aviationfred

I took the Build to Morley's Muscle and Ryan Ashby helped fabricate the exhaust mid pipes. They are just tacked welded together. They will be finished at the end of the week. I think they look awesome for a couple of amateurs.


Fred
I'm not the fastest FJ rider, I am 'half-fast', the fastest slow guy....

Current
2008 VFR800 RC46 Vtec
1996 VFR750 RC36/2
1990 FJ1300 (1297cc) Casper
1990 VFR750 RC36/1 Minnie
1989 FJ1200 Lazarus, the Streetfighter Project
1985 VF500F RC31 Interceptor

aviationfred

Moving along while the exhaust is being welded.
Working with parts received from fellow FJ owners. The lower cowling from Craig Ovadia and decals from Jeff Shaw.

Fred
I'm not the fastest FJ rider, I am 'half-fast', the fastest slow guy....

Current
2008 VFR800 RC46 Vtec
1996 VFR750 RC36/2
1990 FJ1300 (1297cc) Casper
1990 VFR750 RC36/1 Minnie
1989 FJ1200 Lazarus, the Streetfighter Project
1985 VF500F RC31 Interceptor

joebloggs

Quote from: aviationfred on September 05, 2023, 04:56:02 AM
Moving along while the exhaust is being welded.
Working with parts received from fellow FJ owners. The lower cowling from Craig Ovadia and decals from Jeff Shaw.

Fred

I'd have gone with 1188, sounds more impressive then 1200............ If you know what I mean
1989 3CV

aviationfred

I went to 3 different upholstery shops and left without a warm fuzzy from any of them :unknown: :sorry:. I decided to attempt making a seat myself.

I found a material called Kydex that came in sheet form that can be molded into shap with a heat gun. 4' x 6' x 1/16" sheet for $25.00

Kydex cut to shape,  the use of a heat gun, some fiber glass, foam and Marine grade vinyl and I think I have a usable seat.


Fred
I'm not the fastest FJ rider, I am 'half-fast', the fastest slow guy....

Current
2008 VFR800 RC46 Vtec
1996 VFR750 RC36/2
1990 FJ1300 (1297cc) Casper
1990 VFR750 RC36/1 Minnie
1989 FJ1200 Lazarus, the Streetfighter Project
1985 VF500F RC31 Interceptor

aviationfred

The painting is now complete.  :dance2:
Now the real fun begins. Building a new, custom wire harness.



Fred
I'm not the fastest FJ rider, I am 'half-fast', the fastest slow guy....

Current
2008 VFR800 RC46 Vtec
1996 VFR750 RC36/2
1990 FJ1300 (1297cc) Casper
1990 VFR750 RC36/1 Minnie
1989 FJ1200 Lazarus, the Streetfighter Project
1985 VF500F RC31 Interceptor

giantkiller

Hey Fred. I'm terrible at wiring. Any and all details are appreciated.
Awesome build Fred.
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