[Radwan]

I'm starting a new topic which I would like to share with you my plans and their progress

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On NOV 2022 I purchased a HONDA VTR1000 converted into streetfighter (1400$ for a bike). It can be said that it is 90% complete but with defects.

issues at the begining:

• KOSO DB01 speedometer backlight not work
• fuel level is not displayed on KOSO DB01.
• motorcycle jerk at 5000 RPMs and at 7000 RMS(generally feel that there is a lack of power in the mid and high range RPMs)(carbs right now, mj:175&178, pj:45&45, ps: 2 and 1/2, standard airbox and airfilter)
• leaking front suspension

plans, mods, upgrades:

+ MT-03 head lights mod​

+ K&N filter​

+ carb tuning for 2in1 exhaust​

+ front suspension leaks repair​

+ welding the new subframe adjusting the RSV4 tail​

+ fender change, spoiler change, painting​

+ brake stainless hoses ​

Below photos from the day of purchase.

What have I been able to do during this period of time ?

+ Mod of MT-03 lamp (Bi-lens for halogen or LED H1 bulb + angel eye, inner plastic painted to black, outher plastic painted to main bike color), amazing difference, the lens shines brilliantly.
+ assembly of all brake and clutch stainless hoses,

• assembly new mirrors
• rear turn signals
• changed jets in carbs (main jets and pilot jets),
• changed brake and clutch reservoirs

+ I found fuel level sensor from a Chinese 125ccm motorcycle (5$ only), it fits perfectly with the bolt and the hole to the tank, the only thing that needs to be changed is to bend the sensor to work freely from 0 to 100 ohms then I already have the fuel level on koso meter.

What am I going to do ?

+ welding and fit frame for RSV4 tail
+ paint the frame, engine to black,

• fix the backlight in KOSO DB01R

• (It is possible that I will be able to buy KOSO DB-02R in good money, so I will install it)
  [*]install the manual tensioner ( OEM
  

Honda tensioners are faulty)

Current pictures of VTR

 

[yantosh]

good looking bike

 

[XxGRYMMxX]

pretty sharp looking.

 

[Smoker]

Yeah. Damn good looking bike for $1,400.

 

[ToadofToadHall]

Great colour!
If its not already been done, definitely recommend getting the automatic tensioners changed ASAP for the manual type, my VTR blew up twice, both times the standard tensioner looked ok until the timing slipped... pistons hitting valves is a PITA and bloody expensive... but still love the sound of that VTR engine 👍

 

[Bandit1052]

I am ready. A very nice base!

 

[yantosh]

Great colour!
If its not already been done, definitely recommend getting the automatic tensioners changed ASAP for the manual type, my VTR blew up twice, both times the standard tensioner looked ok until the timing slipped... pistons hitting valves is a PITA and bloody expensive... but still love the sound of that VTR engine 👍

i'd second that, seen a few that have suffered the same fate, mine had manual tensioners fitted

 

[handy]

That's really cool bike. Can't wait for that RSV tail mate! What year of rsv you want tail to fit?

Masz moze jakies zdjecia z przerabiania lampy? To jakis gotowy kit? Mam taka chinska lampe wlasnie w swoim kundlu.

 

[Radwan]

Great colour!
If its not already been done, definitely recommend getting the automatic tensioners changed ASAP for the manual type, my VTR blew up twice, both times the standard tensioner looked ok until the timing slipped... pistons hitting valves is a PITA and bloody expensive... but still love the sound of that VTR engine 👍

You're right, automatic tensioners could gives bad surprise
Manual ones are already waiting for assembly, when I remove the engine, I will replace them, check the valve clearances and the timing as well

 

[Radwan]

That's really cool bike. Can't wait for that RSV tail mate! What year of rsv you want tail to fit?

Masz moze jakies zdjecia z przerabiania lampy? To jakis gotowy kit? Mam taka chinska lampe wlasnie w swoim kundlu.

Yesterday I already started welding subframe for RSV4 tail. I have to figure out some small things( base below the tail, screwing tail to subframe etc.) But like always step by step ; )

Regarding to MT-03 lamp, I reworked it by myself but
You can buy kit for a 140$ Nice movie from disassembly + link to the Kit

You can DIY like me
1. You need to buy the smalles lens on the market I bought this one and, Its pretty good (40$)
2. Disassemble the lamp according to the video above.
3. Make a flat plate holder, drill holes for screws and a hole for the lens, the adjusting screw needs to be attached to plate somehow

4. When you did step 3, You need to paint inner plastics to black and the frame of the lens as well
5. You have to assemble everything and get the electric plugs to install the lamp in the motorcycle
Approx. cost DIY ~ 50 $ vs Kit ~ 140 $ + shipping costs

 

[Radwan]

Small update, I managed to get a KOSO DB-02R counter + indicator kit for $80.
6 hours of work and everything connected 😅🤯😃.

The previous KOSO DB-01R had a damaged backlight, the DB-02R is 1000x better than it. DB-02r features include:

• fuel level
• liquid temperature
• oil temperature
• time
• trip A, B, ODO, motorhours
• 3 types of tachometer
• acceleration tests, distance test

and much much more.

The RSV4 rear end has been finally attached, it's going to be painted soon, I need to make the lower plastic, glue the seat and paint the subframe; )

 

[AlanSmith7]

Amazing shots of your bike. This looks damn cool. You really customized this fabulous. Overall I like the bike color. This looks more attractive.

 

[handy]

Why photos are so small? I want to see that tail

 

[Radwan]

Little update.
During the last week I managed to disassemble practically whole bike.

1. The frame was taken out and given with the sets, spring for powder painting​
2. I've check valve clearance all valves were ok.​
3. Finally I mounted MCT, I figuret out that front cilinter timing was bad (FI, FE marks to not on the same line, Its fixed now)​
4. Engine was painted by VHT engine spray.​
5. I bought front suspension, my current one has scaze in the chrome and leaks.

When I pick up the frame and other stuff, I'm getting down to the final assembly of bike, keep your fingers crossed ; )

 

[yantosh]

looking super clean

 

[Radwan]

I had some free time recently, so I decided to doing some stuff.

1. I replaced the front suspension with a used one in very good condition, painted it black as well
2. I put together almost the whole motorcycle, I'm just waiting for the rear end from the RSV4, the painter is going to paint it soon 😅😎
3. I took care of the little things (laying the wiring harness, replacing a few wires, replacing the missing screws, mounting the meter holder, hiding the wires, etc.)


I am very happy with the fact that I painted the frame, engine, rear spring and sets black, it rejuvenated the bike a lot, now there is a greater "harmony of colors".



I'm going to do riding on bike when the weathe will be better, next step will be tuning carburetors for the exhaust, etc. The motorcycle must be 100% efficient and satisfy me.

I have a plan to put a ceramic coating on the exhaust system (BLACK MATE), mod of oil cooler and put front coolant cooler as well

 

[handy]

Did you think about fork swap? Cbr 929/954 has same head bearing and I am 99% sure is P&P. Great build btw

 

[DucatiDad]

I'm starting a new topic which I would like to share with you my plans and their progress

.
On NOV 2022 I purchased a HONDA VTR1000 converted into streetfighter (1400$ for a bike). It can be said that it is 90% complete but with defects.

issues at the begining:

• KOSO DB01 speedometer backlight not work
• fuel level is not displayed on KOSO DB01.
• motorcycle jerk at 5000 RPMs and at 7000 RMS(generally feel that there is a lack of power in the mid and high range RPMs)(carbs right now, mj:175&178, pj:45&45, ps: 2 and 1/2, standard airbox and airfilter)
• leaking front suspension

plans, mods, upgrades:

+ MT-03 head lights mod​

+ K&N filter​

+ carb tuning for 2in1 exhaust​

+ front suspension leaks repair​

+ welding the new subframe adjusting the RSV4 tail​

+ fender change, spoiler change, painting​

+ brake stainless hoses ​

Below photos from the day of purchase.

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What have I been able to do during this period of time ?

+ Mod of MT-03 lamp (Bi-lens for halogen or LED H1 bulb + angel eye, inner plastic painted to black, outher plastic painted to main bike color), amazing difference, the lens shines brilliantly.
+ assembly of all brake and clutch stainless hoses,

• • assembly new mirrors
  • rear turn signals
  • changed jets in carbs (main jets and pilot jets),
  • changed brake and clutch reservoirs

+ I found fuel level sensor from a Chinese 125ccm motorcycle (5$ only), it fits perfectly with the bolt and the hole to the tank, the only thing that needs to be changed is to bend the sensor to work freely from 0 to 100 ohms then I already have the fuel level on koso meter.

What am I going to do ?

+ welding and fit frame for RSV4 tail
+ paint the frame, engine to black,

• • fix the backlight in KOSO DB01R

• (It is possible that I will be able to buy KOSO DB-02R in good money, so I will install it)
  [*]install the manual tensioner ( OEM

Honda tensioners are faulty)

Current pictures of VTR
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What rear fairing is that off of?

 

[Radwan]

The works are coming to the final end.
There are still things like painting exhaust black, checking everything how it works, etc.
For sure VTR is already pleasing to the eyes and I am very happy with what came out.

1. Installed the rear end from RSV4
2. Iinstalled a radiator from Fz6, the motorcycle looks better without the left & right radiators