RUBBER MEETS ROAD! ★ & Building the Under Seat Tray with A Key Lock - EP.57

[@TreyLefevre]

So I just binge watched the entire CB 750 playlist. I got a Suzuki Gs750 two weeks ago that's been converted into a brat/scrambler and you have given me so many ideas of things I can do. In addition, the confidence that you approach the work with has helped me be confident in tearing into my bike.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

This is awesome mate, so glad you are getting started. 😊

[@ampuia]

TBH, this has got to be one of the best, if not the best looking cafe racers I've ever seen. I'm serious. I'm so in love with this build. You got an additional sub. Keep up the awesome work.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Wow thank you so much mate

[@waynemartinez8620]

DUDE! This build is what got me hooked on your videos and finally seeing it on the road was very cool! Keep up the good work my friend!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

That’s amazing dude 😊👍 Love comments like this. I may inspire you but you also don’t inspire me

[@AlanDavid1955]

THANKS DAN !!!

[@RecoveryRoomRestorations]

I hear you on the tightening bolts issue,...I've done that myself. Then I took a lesson from factory builds. I dab water soluble paint on what has been torqued or tightened to spec. its then easy to see what you might have missed. Great build, and I'm anxious to get my CB out soon!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Great idea 😊

[@alangerrard3548]

Great job mate. I'm building an X's 650 Yamaha at the moment. It's great fun. Keeps me and the tools busy. Cheers Alan.

[@axelzanelli6475]

Another Great video Dan! I appreciate your sharing tips and mistakes which we all make. Look forward to seeing many more videos!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you mate, I try and show as much as I can and cut out the boring bits if you know what I mean :)

[@lewicypher1912]

trying to get my old Goose going. winter =seat pan, m unit and wiring, fingers x'd. thanks for inspo.

[@Sleepa84]

Awesome work Dan, CB sounds great. I've watched all your videos in the last few months and the tips and inspiration keeps me going on my build. Its really cool to see a local builder as well (I'm south east QLD too). Looking forward to seeing this finished.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Another local Aussie :) Thanks mate, yes it’s been a journey that’s for sure

[@johnDukemaster]

Aaah Bacho! The inventor of the adjustable spanner. (So I'm told!) Swedish firm anyway. High quality indeed. Tools for a lifetime and more. I like those small things you add, like the metal piece turning into four when hitting the blade. Nice touch!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Haha thank you mate. I like that you always find time to notice the small details i put in my videos and comment about them. It’s fun being creative like that when I think of things while working away:) Have a great day John 😊

[@johnDukemaster]

@@CafeRacerGarage Thanks Dan, you too!

[@TheFarmertim]

This build is so sick! Great tip about building the bike twice and getting everything right before powder coat. I thought I was nearly ready for powder coat but maybe I need to get my elecs sorted first.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

People think because bikes are small that they are fast to build and in some ways they are but still lots to do if you want it to be done correctly and look amazing when its finished

[@gordonhenagar6652]

Loved watching you debugging and improving your Honda 750 four. Those engines sound great, good job on the video.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you mate

[@Jarrrow-1]

Dan, pure pleasure to watch your work! CB sound AWESOME!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you so much mate, It's fun to share my ups and downs with you :)

[@JSAFIXIT]

I'm going to be watching a lot of your videos I think. I just picked up a 1980 cb750. First goal is to get all the mechanicals 100%, then the fun stuff lol.

[@garya3056]

That was awesome to see her on the road, Dan! She sounds pretty darn good even with needing a final tune... great video, Mate! 🏍👍🏍

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you mate, I was wondering how to do a join between the 2 exhaust directly under the motor but this may not even be needed

[@garya3056]

@@CafeRacerGarage perhaps not... depends on personal preference if she’s performing ok with no flat spots or sputters. BTW, have you ever thought of getting your bike(s) on a dyno? 👍

[@CafeRacerGarage]

@@garya3056 the last bike was a budget build so I’m not to worried about spending to much on that it’s finished. maybe the cb750 if I rebuilt it 🤔

[@garya3056]

@@CafeRacerGarage gotcha! 😎

[@DennisTang]

I have the swag portable bandsaw table as well. After one blade snapping i quickly invested in a full face shield. Great job on the bike!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Smart man, I also use a full face shield a lot.

[@scottdog2593]

Can't believe you've built this so quickly Dan, It only rolled off the truck in February!! Sounding almost as mean as it looks, just needs to get the firing order sorted. Keeping it real by owning and sharing your mistakes Dan. Really looking forward to seeing and hearing this Honda on the road mate

[@CafeRacerGarage]

I started this in October 2017 and sharing the journey on KZbin every step of the way. Filming everything takes 4 times longer to do everything as you need to set camera up to get the right angles, adjust lighting, stop and explain the process and sometimes do multiple takes, plus the 8hours of editing on top. It’s a big process but I love it, especially when I get so many awesome comments and helping so many people along the way

[@alanbuller3371]

Awesome to see you out on the bike!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you mate, I thought the exact same thing lol 😂

[@rebuildranch1225]

Hey Dan, great job! I have been building aircraft for years and we use a simple wood blade in the bandsaw for aluminum. They are course enough they don’t clog and cut very well.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you mate 👍 great advice

[@tortron]

@@CafeRacerGarage some soap on your file when shaping it too will keep the file from clogging up.

[@BareBonesMotorcycles]

Really nice tidy job that, nice finish and professional look as always. You are so right right about shake down rides, the first bike i ever built i took out for is maiden voayage, and realised that i hadnt dont the clamp up on the filter tight enough, in the 2 mile ride i did, it fell off and i found it luckily on the way home. Double check everything now. Nothing wrong with nut and bolt paranoia.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

That was the lucky one those good pod filter’s are not exactly that cheap. I definitely have bolt paranoia lol 😂

[@moto_dras]

Particularly nice video this one, lots to see being done and some fun camera work. Nice work.

[@Thewatson77]

Great video again Dan 👍🏼 The look on your face finally getting that first tide in was priceless 🙌🏻 I can’t wait to get my first ride in. I’m right behind ya mate!! Keep on inspiring us!!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

It was seriously awesome 😎. Hope yours goes just as well

[@spudfurfy]

Great video dude id say it was awesome to get a little spin out on it

[@CafeRacerGarage]

3 years of building in my spare time and documenting the journey To finally get to ride it for the first time was amazing

[@jamesabbott1309]

I love it! Good work, Dan!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you James :)

[@bridget4982]

Love your work man

[@coma3550]

Love your work Dan, your attention to detail is awesome.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you mate. I sometimes frustrate myself due to being a little bit fussy, but in the end its all worth it

[@YaelDion]

Top notch video, mate - always inspiring.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you Yael, how are those carbs coming along? Did you get the plating done?

[@JakeHollibone]

Amazing workmanship as usual

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Tank you mate :)

[@jaredsimpson2184]

Wow! The CB sounds like a beast! Love it!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you mate, maybe a tad loud lol 😆

[@tasosan]

The bike looks lovely mate!

[@davidrussell407]

Hey Dan, looks and sounds amazing, I need to pop by sometime and check it out 👌

[@antwolff1426]

Bike looks and sounds great on the road mate. Have you synced the carbs yet? Also you are doing all the things to need to do to my bike but i haven't had the motivation and time to do it. Unfortunately (fortunately) my bike is rideable so I'd prefer to be riding than pulling it apart. But at least I have videos to help me tidy it up one day.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

It almost sounds like you could benefit from a second bike that you can tinker with. Something cheap but fun

[@garyyorke1080]

Wow Dan she moves under her own steam ..At last ..sounds great , always a pleasure watching you fab something as you say that under tray now looks finished . Sweet trick with the spring so those that didn't know the easy route to remove one now do . As you say you logically build the bike twice , basic mock up then the real build after paint and finish . Do you have any plans on a rack like the CX so if you do head out on the CB for a longer run you got some luggage space .great brekkie vid as always . Thanks Oh have you found the other lock yet !!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Yes I found the other lock lol 😂 No rack planed for this one! Just because it’s not planned doesn’t mean I won’t make one lol. I need to install the taillight in the hump, finish the upholstery and fit a numberplate to this bike 🏍 so those are some upcoming video’s for your breakfasts 😁

[@SwedenAirhead]

Looks and sounds amasing Dan! I have been waiting for this ride almost as long as you 😊 Lucky about the loose chain othervise you might just keept drivning until the gas ran out and been needing to push it back 😎

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you mate and yes you are right.

[@wobblebike2442]

Great job.....as always👍

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you mate, this was a fun video for me too :)

[@TheYakkis]

Been waiting for this one !

[@CafeRacerGarage]

I don't think you are alone :)

[@TheYakkis]

@@CafeRacerGarage thank you !

[@Andreslge]

Just beatiful 😍

[@jaydekay2613]

Great work Dan, nice job on an iconic Honda. I like how you explain simply some of the processes you go through. I’m curious though what is the preoccupation with brown seats on cafe racers?

[@kenjlee]

It happened to me once my bike stalled on the track for unknown reason. It worked after sitting for a few minutes. It keep happening over and over until I found out my battery terminal bolts was loose by vibration.

[@nenadvrca7730]

"Needs a tuneup!".. Sounds good to me!!

[@xpd44.outfitters]

Where did you get the seat latch system? Excellent series! Cheers

[@StraightLineCycles]

Definitely a good motivator

[@CafeRacerGarage]

You are 100% right :)

[@luiginico83]

Bellissimo lavoro, che avantreno hai montato?

[@OoJoeShowoO]

Sounds good!! 💪💪

[@CafeRacerGarage]

And loud lol 😂 maybe to loud. Thank you mate

[@zardportugal]

Brilliant.

[@921CustomWorks]

information.. thank you 😊

[@assessor1276]

Godd job Dan. QUESTION: when you weld on the bike frame, how do you protect the electrical system (ECU, alternator, voltage regulator etc.)?

[@CafeRacerGarage]

I don’t worry about them normally as the battery is always disconnected if it was a newer bike I would worry. It it breaks I will replace it no worries 😉

[@assessor1276]

Hmmmm.....OK then, what you do on a newer bike?

[@elifreeland5869]

This has nothing to do with the beautiful bike you’ve made but is your watch automatic?

[@CafeRacerGarage]

It’s a Garmin Fenix 5x

[@davesimpson85]

Dan I was wondering if you guys had developed and built some bar controls yet? I'm after a set for my virago hardtail chop and I'd like to purchase a set of yours if they're available yet? The cb sounds like an absolute beast as well. My favourite of all your builds so far. Couldn't wait for you to finish it.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

They should be ready early in 2021 :)

[@RedlineAlex]

Thank you, it was interesting👍

[@gnemois]

Hi there mate! Thanks for the great videos, I wonder, should we or should we not use cutting oil when we're using bandsaw? Greetings from Indonesia! Cheers!

[@CafeRacerGarage]

If you use the correct blade you don't use oil, Oil will make you run into more issues like blade slipping and build-up of metal on the blade getting stuck on the drums

[@dancooper4016]

The CB750 is looking great!! Awesome attention to detail. What are you running for rear shocks?

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you mate, tec shocks but I may change them

[@m.tortul]

Hey dude hi from Argentina, the 750 looks better everyday but be careful with the seat lock, is very exposed to dirt there, it can get stuck.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Thank you mate and yes it is a little exposed but it does have a dust cover over the key part and this will only be ridden in good weather and cleaned up after each use as It will be on display in my lounge room :)

[@halfinger912]

Can it be done to a suzuki bandit 400? With its trellis frame?

[@CafeRacerGarage]

I'm not familiar with that frame but you are welcome to use any of my design ideas on your bike :)

[@halfinger912]

@@CafeRacerGarage ahh, much apreciated

[@oettger]

Is this satin finish on the Aluminium done with your vapor thing? Looks amazing! Wanna do my mt09/fz09 swingarm with it? 🤔 Happy to see this bike rollin „again“ 👍🏼 Your neighbors are going to kill you if you stick with that exhaust 😂😂

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Yes my tank was done in the paper blossom cabinet it’s come up amazing with that satin finish, Where are you located? I can definitely do your swingarm for you. Shoot me an email you’ll find my email in the description of this video. My neighbours are pretty awesome as they know I’m very respectful, Some of them know how long I’ve been working on this bike so a little noise in the middle of the day wasn’t going to worry them to much. I hope 🤞 🤞

[@oettger]

@@CafeRacerGarage its allways good to have great neighbors 🥳 Thanks for that offer ☺️ I‘m located in Germany, shipping costs would be around 100€, if I stay below the 20kg limit. Don‘t know if it’s worth it

[@FUELFIREGARAGE]

You got a tig weld that bandsaw blade back together then you got a spare

[@CafeRacerGarage]

You are 100 % right 👍

[@benjaminarnold1041]

🖐

[@ឃួចឞ]

I Love You I Dol❤️️🇰🇭

[@ballerblocks]

do these bikes ever get ridden, no video of its use.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Hey mate, I am a bike builder so occasionally I get out to ride them. In fact I’m just about to plan a Moto camping trip so you’ll see a video of me riding in that one for sure :) The CB 750 in this video is still under construction but extremely close to being finished

[@the_bearded_jay]

hold up....a cafe racer keychain fob? i didn't see this on your store....

[@CafeRacerGarage]

Do you like that? I made this just as a bit of fun for myself. Didn't know anyone would want one

[@the_bearded_jay]

@@CafeRacerGarage I got my shirt, so now i need a matching keychain fob....just saying....

[@CafeRacerGarage]

@@the_bearded_jay did you tag me on Instagram with your shirt picture?

[@the_bearded_jay]

@@CafeRacerGarage Nah, I don't really do the insta-selfies. 🙂

[@the_bearded_jay]

"excuse the pun" - and......*like*.

[@CafeRacerGarage]

You noticed that haha 😆 good pick up mate.

[@Paul-e9w]

Nice retro rebuild don't like the open rear cafe style

[@gavingarrett-h7v]

That seat looks ugly and uncomfortable. Great exhaust system.

[@radust85]

Sorri m8 but its ugly as fack and souds bad ... my question is .... why?