Cafe Racer Timelapse Build - Honda CX 500 Bobber Racer

[@TahitianRider]

As requested by so many people, the parts list with links for this build is available here ;) tomracingdesigns.com/index.php/parts-list/

[@pranaykumartah4838]

Sir will you please tell me how much it cost??

[@kuduretzarylbekuulu6499]

Price such bike ? How much is it such bike ???

[@sunshinebreezepoolsl.l.c9814]

Did you custom make the seat bracket or did you purchase it?

[@juniorsacosparalixos]

💡 😆 /👕\ 👟

[@Don-lw4cb]

I'm always amazed at the knowledge and talent of the young people who successfully take on these builds. Well done you are to be admired.

[@davidbilla4234]

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[@Don-lw4cb]

@@davidbilla4234 Nice one

[@Luke_SkyWalk3r]

This is so satisfying to watch! I've restored 2 bikes (1981 Yamaha XJ550 Maxim and a 1982 Yamaha XJ650R Seca) but no where near the level of restoring/building that I just witnessed in this video. Hats off, man! this was a very tasteful build!

[@dangillotti559]

My late father had a cx 500 in the 80's brought back memories of him and I riding motorcycles together. You are truly gifted, a Leonardo Davinci of motorcycles...

[@KipringPayne]

The people that dislike these kinds of videos are just angry they have done nothing in their lives and get off hating on those who have.

[@sanitvr]

man, one of the most beautiful engine sounds ever created! And my god, what a awesome motorcycle modification!

[@martinhogan5970]

LOVED THIS. When the music stopped midway through the vid, I almost threw my phone away... but I stayed and the tracks came back!! Great build. Father in law had a CX500 years ago. I didn’t think I’d enjoy it- I rode a CBR600. The bike was FAB! It would have been a dream with this conversion!! Great job!!

[@LanceT847]

That was one of the best build videos ever

[@euclidesdelgado5961]

You should watch the BMW k100 the lorenzi brother's did, also a very impressive build.

[@halibut1249]

Special satisfaction when you know you assembled every last inch of this bike and know it mechanically inside and out. Great looking result!!

[@switchedon6530]

One word; Synonyms. To think a CX 500 could look so dam good, great job buddy 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@houlii5157]

You stepped up your game this time man! I love the mono-shock and headlight man! Keep it up!

[@TahitianRider]

Thanks :)

[@KH-rb1sg]

@@TahitianRider Speaking of the mono-shock - which shock did you use? Is that a standard shock spring? It's just the coils seem quite widely spaced.

[@TahitianRider]

@@KH-rb1sg It's a kawasaki ER6 shock

[@KH-rb1sg]

@@TahitianRider Thank you very much. Keep up the good work!

[@SpeedTriple59]

Lol..its a CX shed nothing can be done to save these nails shite when new shite now,usedto love blowing these away on a RD 400

[@Mr_GMS]

Absolutely gorgeous, The reflection of art and the human spirit. Bravo guys!

[@davidbilla4234]

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[@algypan]

I cannot believe you did this in 150 hours... incredible set of skills.

[@aboodz]

Wow! Just beautiful. Much respect for the effort, dedication, artistry, and craftsmanship that went into this project. Very well put together, and the quote in the beginning is a wonderful theme/attitude

[@NaveenKumar-rf8sj]

One of the best modification I have seen till date 👌🏻🤙🏻🤘🏻

[@rickcortez8811]

Amazing work man

[@noeltonacao8786]

totally agree!

[@patrickdeehan2512]

That’s the most beautiful looking Honda cx500 every . Great job well done .

[@ricex2]

so far the best custom build i have seen 16:22 eargasm

[@vl4d904]

Amazing modification ! No word to say how i love it and hope someday i could ride over a beautiful bike like this one. Congratulations !

[@spiffyg4939]

Absolutely amazing build. Just beautiful. The only addition I'd make would be a fender over the rear wheel lest you got thrown off the seat junk-first onto the spinning tire.

[@HeroRR]

Wow, great job that looks awesome!

[@TahitianRider]

Thanks man :)

[@harrylime5147]

Why the music?This beautifully done machine does not need music. A fellow road racer years ago got into a tank slapper on his TZ 250 when his foot slipped off the foot peg. His leg swung around and got grabbed by the rear wheel that was wide open like this CX 500 rear wheel is. It pulled his leg in and broke it in 9 places. Doctors were barely able to save his leg. I like the design, I always loved the CX motor, the way they twisted the cylinders 23 1/2° to bring the carburetors closer together out of the way and so they could be operated by a single cable on a bell crank rather than with 2 seperate cables...I loved how they had the exhaust going out wide to miss the radiator and the frame tubes. I like how they spun the clutch in the opposite direction of the crankshaft to eliminate the torque effect that Guzzis have.. The CX 500 was actually designed right from the start to be turbocharged. I actually sold the very first CX 500 turbo to enter the Pittsburgh market to my riding buddy. 4999+ tax out the door. There is also a guy that went around the world two times on a Honda CX 500, with his girlfriend on the back. The story was in motorcyclist magazine both times about 20 years ago. The only problem the guy had of any significance was, one of his shock mounts broke off the frame. I wish Honda would bring back the CX pushrod transverse motor layout and a modern version with fuel injection, but leave it have a pushrod design so it would have smaller heads. Very nice job on this machine, but every time I see that wide open rear wheel, I remember my friends leg

[@TahitianRider]

Music because the timelapse videos don't have any soundThanks man, you sure seems to know the CX very well, never heard about that guy that went around the world, I probably was just been born lol. Yeah I might do a cafe racer seat version to prevent from slipping off the bobber seat onto the wheel, or something similar. I won't be racing this bike though, its more of a casual ride.

[@schalkcarstens3324]

I owned 4 of these in original state, job well done, to say the least. Thank you for giving the CX another chance!!!!!!!!!

[@iShOotBlasterz]

He did not even have to say a single word...That bike is BEAUTIFUL.

[@19jc80]

Thanks for posting this! Made me realize how much work it takes to really go through a bike.

[@AMXM-do5kw]

The Best thing about shaft driven bike is, it last almost forever. No need to oil it up every 500km. Great video man!

[@ivandellinger4420]

I really like how you paid attention to details. I love custom bikes. Great job. Keep the shining side up!

[@davidbilla4234]

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[@racerm50]

CX 500 makes a great noise. Great build, really cool what folks can do outside without a fancy shop.

[@sixdsix5028]

I had a CX500 before. I disassembled it to paint the frame and rework the engine. She never ran again as far as I owned it. -_- My hat comes off to you, mate.

[@Freizeitflugsphaere]

Wow that looks soo great!!

[@jalgofilms7049]

after watching this for the 100th time still is the most beautiful bike ever built! life goal to be able to make a masterpiece like this one!

[@everythingstaken63]

If that time lapse was done at my house in the UK... the sun will be out for 0.02 of a second. Great build mate.

[@silverwiskers7371]

I know what goes into a project like this and I must say "BADASS"

[@gusduriya9765]

Cadas bro ahaha

[@Arash157]

This is pure art at it is best, love it.

[@dailee5949]

Hard working with joy - Dude you enjoy the life. God blessed.

[@sumansaha9200]

Respect man!!! What a great job you have done! Love to see talented people who work for his dream project and make it successful👍👍👍

[@j.r.w7636]

Dude I seen the parts laid out and said holy shit he’s gonna do this on his porch lol props man good work bike fits your work style

[@jasonkleinow258]

Outstanding work!! beautiful bike young man . I'm amazed at the quality of work these younger guys are turning out these days. I thought the bike builders were a dieing breed . There's still hope..

[@manusauce2754]

Did anyone else notice the running centipede at @5:13 :P

[@Cristian8767]

Yes, also wanted to ask. :))

[@ERIC-WRIGHT]

i see him by 5:21 :D

[@GringoBack]

I was also going to post the same thing! xD

[@ianthomas3653]

makes another appearance around 8:43

[@frankbradleyjr]

Was waiting for some thing to be chasing him as fast as he was going...

[@danielvanmieghem1091]

Man, this thing is AWESOME from A to Z !!! My very first "real" bike was a CX500 and I still ove these machines. Yours is truly unique !!! LOVING IT !

[@5tr41ghtGuy]

Love this video, and love that you breathed new life into a small motorcycle with the unusual combination of shaft drive and V-twin engine!

[@woolypuffin392]

You deserve at least 2m subscribers! What an awesome project!

[@jamesbarrick3403]

Kick ass build!! My jaw is on the ground. I had a 1982 CB500 Custom when I was in HS (82-86) and I was so proud. I thought it was fast and fun, but looking back it was a pig. But it was so cool. Your bobber is badass. You cut 25% of the weight (I hope you added some ponies). Well done!

[@MrBenHaynes]

Mesmerised from the first second to the last. Awesome dedication. Fly little piggy, FLY!

[@guichog9509]

Excelent Work, beautiful pice of art, congratulations.

[@DanCarrollActor]

Really satisfying video. I have a 1979 CX500 in my garage but the electronics part scares the hell out of me.

[@jonnosmadworld8275]

Never in my wildest dreams did I ever imagine I'd want a Honda CX500, awesome work, you turned a turd into a piece of art!

[@khalifagaming5353]

One word - BEAUTIFUL 💙

[@allen1522]

i think i wont sleep if i had a bike like that .. you people are awesome to the extreme. you make my heart bleed. lookin at that creation bring such joy and excitement to me.

[@driftyprince]

Absolutely amazing man! such labor and attention to detail. Loved it

[@JeffManseau]

Love the video and bike! Both are simple yet timelessly elegant. Props!

[@deejayduy]

Man.. I think i watched this build over 30x.. i love it.. i want to build something like this.. Thanks for sharing.. hopefully i can start my build but first i gotta find the bike..

[@ballius80]

Starting with a Bruce Lee quote is a cheap trick 😁 I stayed and I wasn't disappointed man 👍👍👍👍 Great build

[@TahitianRider]

Haha thanks man

[@dward5497]

Love the way you sprayed the engine! Great look!

[@davidbilla4234]

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[@seandenny2412]

Awesome job that thing looks very custom didn’t think that bike could be that cool

[@tvp-thevanproject]

Thank you so much for sharing, I'm starting to look into doing a cafe racer conversion. You have helped me get my head around some ideas and things.

[@sagarrastogi1375]

wow that's performance is too good and beautiful voice

[@Movieman1965]

Fantastic conversion of that Honda CX500! The sound out of that exhaust sounds great! Enjoy and be safe out there!

[@ivanvalera4833]

This man is a animal.............. perfection

[@ESK_quotes]

Yeah ...an animal at peaks in tech

[@bijay100soul7]

It's so amazing to see her getting back to life... Love it wish I could get her....💓

[@brianwaloweek6770]

Love what you’re doing. A lot of ingenuity goes into your bikes, makes me miss working on my 75 Yamaha RD 350 2-Stroke St. bike

[@brianwaloweek6770]

Nice welds, also my wife loves your work too

[@jonoedwards4195]

The GUILLOTINE between the seat and tank awaits an unlucky pair! Brilliant build, beauty matey.

[@CheapGuitarsAndMore]

I noticed that too lmao, needs a nut pad right there

[@WMPEXFBTLZYH]

This^ 😂

[@weaponizedapathy]

Sick build brother! 👌🏼

[@sandeepsugunan7570]

One of the best Builds on youtube! What a mod!

[@imoner]

Сool bike! One con: space between saddle and tank - sharp edges. Gonna be a pain for your crotch

[@thunderbolt3669]

The owner: What did it cost?? The mechanic : everything!!!!!

[@manhktumvhgvv8029]

Hvkgik

[@radtechreview7899]

#1 very organised build. #2 craftsmanship. #3 great build!

[@yaakovabdulahmuhammed3044]

great build!! great job!!

[@marcbrasse747]

A great build. The frame has however been weakened and by taking away the rear shocks the forces on the stucture carrying the rear wheel have been increased (much higher bending moments for instance). One should wonder if this is still strong enough when push comes to shove.

[@julian23561]

I was actually thinking of that. all of that weight relying on that plate that he puts his ass on. looks sketchy as heck, but it is a beautiful bike.

[@BlurrryPhace]

That is the best looking bike I think I’ve ever seen. Well done!!

[@KMLifeadventure]

Only thing I didn't like was the unfinished look of where the seat meets the gas tank and the look of the seat mount. But the rest is cool! Cheers

[@rightuppercut1426]

KM RC Adventure: Agreed. Noticed that as well. Minor detail, but still.

[@KMLifeadventure]

@@rightuppercut1426 ya easy fix

[@dbstelly]

What about the license plate bar? I figured that was just temporary but.....

[@BackyFight]

that's right way to bobber nice job man! thumb up

[@mayurg9157]

This is really very satisfying, I watched the whole video without Skipping. This is a masterpiece 😍

[@jacekzocho6404]

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[@Akmuscles-]

This is Art

[@deadinternet66]

Anyone who wants to buy a bike like this just remember... " you cannot buy cool, you have to build it"

[@luislist1564]

You can buy something like that tho and even cooler

[@gliderfs621]

We are not all mecanicians or mecanic experts Bro.

[@iamhuman9822]

I wish I had friend like you bro. Your passion in building this is off the charts. That final look and poster at end is simple badass.

[@Knownasangaar]

5:22 Owner : hey where is my bike ! 😵 😂😂😂

[@etiennecoppel9013]

il est magnifique! good job!

[@Richie_]

A CX was the 1st bike I bought after passing my test on same day.Loved it.

[@MaadiiXVII]

Le travail de fou effectué, ça force le respect ! Mais tu fais quoi de tout ces projets, les revend tu ?

[@ryanm.191]

How does spraying the engine work out in the long run? Does the paint stay on? Does it bubble from the heat?

[@joelholmstrom6551]

depends on the prep and the kind of paint you use, using a high temp resistant paint and primer will prevent the paint from bubbles and also make sure to clean and scrub all surfaces really well. so in the long run it works great if you just use the right paint and primer and make sure the surface well prepped

[@AMXM-do5kw]

Use epoxy type spray paint. It will grab hot engine with no problem. Just don't spray at exaust. I'm not sure what glue used in ceramic spray for exaust, maybe also epoxy+ceramic

[@821Drifter128]

One of the most beautiful bikes i've ever seen! Beauty is subjective but you've somehow managed to hit every nail on the head of what i think look good in a bike!

[@jackleemthfckrs]

Hermosa moto, algún día tendré una así ✌️😌

[@marcoslenci179]

No

[@librarybrosh]

@5:37 When the firespark squirts on his leg ;) :P :D

[@davidbilla4234]

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[@KPWORLD01]

Great! I was in charge of processing the crankcase of the CX500 at Hamamatsu factory in Japan.

[@quancena5772]

Does it still work with the screw driver?

[@jukeboxhero1649]

At some point, all motorcycles start with a flat tip screwdriver

[@neshiah4747]

I rode motorcycle despatch on a CX 500 for the first half of the 90’s. Great bike. Got all the beauty of a two wheeled combine harvester. But very comfortable. 🙏🏼🇬🇧

[@plusrunning]

The 195 people who disliked this obviously can do better

[@makelaris1986]

spray painting!!! it will be great for some weeks :D

[@grammarnazi4135]

Or less 😭

[@actionman9900]

I was waiting for someone to mention this on one of his videos

[@mikhailman]

i'm sure they've put primer and clear coat on most parts where applicable. I'm also not sure if you know but all theautomotive industry is using spray painting. Yes, they use robotic spray guns, clean rooms and automated paint mixers, but the core concept is still the same. Also i saw these guys put multiple coatings and prepared parts for painting properly, so i don't know where this "couple weeks" is coming from.

[@richarddouglasscott]

Rattle cans work fine, same paint more or less. It's black paint, it's all in the prep.

[@coolhanddruid]

@@mikhailman Its not the application process. Everything is sprayed, and has been for a long time. Its the type of paint used in the process. Anything without a hardener is basically poop, will soften and peel from things like gasoline, discolor, chip easy, etc. Richard Scott is wrong also. I'm not downing the guy for using rattle cans. It is what it is. Just not letting the FUD spread.

[@Riccotorres86]

what a great video! Truly a dream build, fantastic work!! Love that black red color sceme!!

[@Edward-yf3hp]

Great job! I love the Honda Cx500, such a nice bike. Do you have a parts list? What headlight, blinkers, etc did you use?

[@1992Poseidon]

сразу видно что людии понимают что делают ) если я начну что то собирать это все через жопу получиться ))

[@egoist4672]

таже хуйня

[@taliesinangling3564]

Yes I agree

[@NoelAbhi1]

Thumbs up for the dedication to mod the bike AND record your progress... I applaud 👏🏽

[@A.M.Customs]

ахерительно, друзья !

[@desmondmelon917]

How long did it take you to build this beautifull machine from this almost dead cx500?

[@albertbrooks594]

Just over 17 minutes apparently.

[@TahitianRider]

About 150 hours ;)

[@desmondmelon917]

@@TahitianRider that's just awesome!

[@thieugdev2154]

At 16:57

[@baronnuuke7821]

those cx500 from back then never die

[@fajarsuryantoro7025]

always envy anyone who have mechanical skills like this guy

[@nickmiller6865]

What was the over all budget on this build. I love these kind of bikes. Im looking to turn a honda magna into a bobber. Or just buy a cheap bike and turn into my own kind of thing!

[@DoctorMotorcycle]

You could do a build like this (assuming you can weld) for under $2k easy man. Even if you couldn't weld I'd bet you could still do it for around 2k. Depends alot on the condition of the bike as well.

[@menanglembaamri4598]

I wish the front indicator was on the back of the front mirror..anyway that was cool though✌️👍

[@quincyfry6569]

4yo video I'm just now seeing, but d@mn was it worth the wait! Gorgeous bike!

[@LanxPenzenpepper]

Imagine the seat breaking on you while you're running at a hundred mph in a highway 😂 rip a$$ cheeks 😂

[@winonabigbrownbeavereater2218]

LanxPenzenpepper A hard ass might tear up the highway!