Honda CB550 build overview

[@handyhippie6548]

dude, i don't care what you build. you build it, and i'll watch it. you're a damn sight better than the boob tube any day.

[@luthfilhadi5694]

I really want to ask for your help for my old Honda motorcycle, but it will be very difficult because I'm not in your country. but your videos really helped me to be able to do it myself at home. thank you, all your videos are very inspiring.

[@cedre2274]

MAGNIFIC BIKE. GREAT JOB. Same as Chris P, i'm looking forward to the paint tutorial.

[@upsidedowndog1256]

Nice job. I hate these old cool bikes getting butchered, they were sweet as delivered but once they have been messed up its good to see them live on in other ways.

[@preez77]

Looking forward to paint tutorial. Great job as always

[@ClassicOctane]

Thanks 👍

[@larryfromwisconsin9970]

Thanks for the video. I bought a new CB550 from the show floor in 1975. It was my first "big bike." It was not as popular as the 750 or Kaw 900 but hundreds of dollars less. Great commuting and touring bike. I would love to have another but at my age I cannot accumulate anymore toys. Maybe if I ever find a $100 bike to rescue. Another very popular Honda that came out a couple of years later is the CB400F, the first Honda Super Sport. I think they sold many more of them than the 350, 500 or 550 Fours. I usually rode next to my friend on a Suzuki 550 two stroke. I would love to have one of those today too. Not very environmental friendly but what fun? I should make a hobby of rescuing 1970s motorcycles. Thanks again for the inspiration.

[@MarkJames61]

What a beuty you created Taylor! All by yourself. Inspiring.

[@fredericnadeau8386]

Can't wait for the paint video you'll make! If it's easy enough to reproduce, I'll probably give it a try myself on my cb750. And yes, keep at it, we're all staying home and always on youtube 😂

[@shwashwa8201]

Thanks for the new vids since we're confined

[@mrbambix]

awesome build and yes a video on painting the tank would be awesome, thanks !

[@nickjames205]

Wow Taylor you are really kicking ass lately. Great work! Always happy to see a new video from you

[@rrz464]

Damn that thing looks slick. Gonna be a head turner!

[@thegenerousdegenerate9395]

I like this build overview format.

[@Sergio_Math]

Another great build! Good one Taylor!

[@brwhyon]

Nice work, really like the midnight blue tank, might steal that idea and put a white rally stripe on one of my next builds.

[@erykska]

awesome work like usually

[@davem7385]

Fair play to ya man. I admir the shite out of you, turnining your passion into your job, you'll never have to work a day of your life again. It ain't work if you love what your doin. And you clearly do seeing the bikes that your turning out. Keep it up!

[@eddiemeyer1628]

Great job, love this channel. I am about to rebuild a 1980 kz650, you're giving me some great ideas. Keep it up.

[@danaowen9014]

That bike looks great. Love what you do.

[@3sgtepwnzr]

Gorgeous, definitely got some good ideas for my cb360

[@richardgault501]

Really nice build!

[@MikeJones-rc8eh]

keep it coming love watching your work

[@it_is_what_it_is_brotha]

Thanks, Ill be looking forward to the tank video to follow! Any chance you have a recco on a shock replacement for a similar era enduro, say a 78 xl350?

[@jeffferguson899]

great channel. I always love your builds

[@matthewacenowr6703]

Hey love the build! Do you think you could show/ do a video on the layout and considerations of the electronics tray? I built the same style tray but don’t really love the layout of mine! Thanks for the continued inspiration.

[@Callmehjk]

Wow, that bike looks amazing!!

[@lsimpson50]

looks fantastic!

[@schroederb2007]

look up carburetor keith on ebay sometime and check out his carbs. He powder coats the bodies giving them a different look. also have you ever run a custom airbox instead of pods? cognitio moto makes one (probably expensive af) but its a cool look

[@notyourbrotherinlaw2092]

nice and clean - if you were going to do something similar with an older 750 (that has an oil reservoir) would you try to remove it or just leave it as is and work 'around' it? I've seen a wet sump conversion but it looks like a lot of effort/expense for what it is - appreciate any thoughts and keep the tutorials coming! very useful.

[@whoknows3347]

Cool bike...u should build ur own exhaust....I done dual GP style cans on my 750 cafe build

[@patrickwilliams4419]

Great clip. Any Honda Magna builds in the future?

[@CajunGreenMan]

Common Motor Collective just did a great video on converting incandescent bulbs to LED.

[@roadsentinel4080]

always get good knowledge from your vids. Also, im pretty sure i saw you at a harbor freight by cedar park.

[@filmdetective]

Hi Taylor, I was wondering Why don’t the bike makers put air filter pods on the bikes rather than the air filters? I guess the filters are better But then this means the pods aren’t optimal... So what are the problems we could encounter with pods? Rain? Dirt? Are there pods covers? Will that restrict the air flow, and is that bad? Thanks!

[@charliegutierrez8728]

Awesome videos my brother. You ever get a barn find motorcycle send her this way.

[@jamesbach2021]

The bike looks great and I would be proud to own it. I live on a road that is partially gravel and the lack of fenders would be a problem. Are fenders really that "uncool" on a bike like this? Also, passenger peg, but no chain guard? You could paint it flat black and it would sort of disappear. If the better half's shoe laces got caught in the chain, I'd never hear the end of it. LOL. Great ride though and love the channel!

[@cleome__]

Love that bike. The colors are timeless which i also have on my bike (navy & brown) hope the customer is super happy. Would you ever consider other styles of bikes? I loved the triumph build and think it’d be awesome to see more hardtail content.

[@ClassicOctane]

Yeah definitely. I'm open to all kinds of builds and have a few personal bikes I would like to do soon.

[@paulgrogan8032]

"OUTSTANDING" Top shelf*****

[@coolpixx12]

I have a 1984 Honda Nighthawk 650. I was riding about a week ago and noticed clicking near the valves. The clicking only happened when the throttle was opened a little or a lot. I was on my way home and after about a block the bike died. Do you have any idea what it could be? I want to get to work on it ASAP but don't know where to start. Again, the clicking sounded like a chain or something near the valves... Had to push her home. Thanks!

[@JH-kj4id]

Hey! Great build. The color scheme is awesome and can’t wait for the paint video. Quick question. Did you use a clamp or springs to connect the muffler to the exhaust?

[@joshbailey1011]

Looks great! What are the front bullet turn signals that you are using?

[@bradybates6893]

Love the color scheme. Whatever happened with the old pickup?

[@lukeofearth1036]

I want it! Great job.

[@Gus-cg9yp]

Hi, nice job, bike looks lovely.. !!! question : are the original handlebars and headlight ? thanks , Gus

[@vickturorteez]

Doing the same exhaust on my CB550k 77'..... what did you have to do to carbs for pods? (Jets ect)

[@jonahbosma1689]

Where did you get the paint for the tank and fender? I think it looks great!

[@kencohagen4967]

I notice your removing the side covers in these bikes. Why? Couldn't you use the original covers, or make some that would house the battery, or a tool kit or just plain locked storage?

[@johnfindley1188]

Do you know where I can buy a set of OEM 4 into 4 Exhaust pipes for a 1976 Honda CB550 K2 ??

[@david116kool]

Should try and find a 79 cb650

[@YTjndallas]

Nice bike. (It’s not a “seat” It’s a “SADDLE!”) 😉

[@jasonkristunas9427]

Nice work would like to see a mono shock conversion on one of your builds

[@ClassicOctane]

I have a perfect bike for a mono shock build (someone else already cut it in half). Just need to find a customer who wants it or the time to build it for myself.

[@bobbie5f]

The front tyre looks like the direction of rotation is the wrong way?

[@garya3056]

Really cool, Taylor. Do you log how many hours you put into jobs like this one? 🏍👍🏍

[@ChadwickRider]

@Classic Octane, Taylor, I noticed you run pod filters on most of your builds. Ever have any issues with them? People on the forums keep telling me to stick with the stock airbox ... I'm at a point where I need to buy the right jets based on whether or not I go with pods or stock airbox. So if you can give me a shout it would be super appreciated. I need the advice from someone who has worked on multiple setups, such as yourself. The pods seems easier to install than this hugs airbox.

[@FLYSTRT916]

How and what paint are used to paint these air cooled engines?

[@andrewwoodward6560]

I think that kind of result in 7 days is awesome ! I would love to know your paint technique, thanks !

[@austennaeve]

One more question. On a cb750 how do you hide the oil tank? With it being a dry sump it needs it. I would love to covert to lithium battery a electronics tray but I need to find a home for the oil tank.

[@seangullickson2532]

Where did you get the air filters from?

[@bdillworth88]

Please share link to the universal 12” shorty muffler you have used on this bike and other bikes. Thanks

[@steveboz5641]

Im currently redoing a 6v cg125 1980, would the reg/rect work for my bike with the AC headlights? If so, what would the wiring look like?! I have a diode/resistor under handlebars and a silicon rectifier that i cant imagine is doing amazing. Dont want to take anymore power away from an already dull headlight. Thanks.

[@caaspal]

What handlebars are on that bike? I would like something similar

[@dc5mwitt]

Damn I love the bikes you build. So simple and beautiful. How do you fit those LED strips into the frame? What do you use to cut it out?

[@ClassicOctane]

Thanks! For the LED strip I find the center of the tube, measure out where I want the opening, then drill a hole on the outside edges. I then use an angle grinder with a cut off wheel to cut between them.

[@ryanphilipps3642]

Do you have a part number or link to buy the reverse cone muffler? I have been looking for a good one everywhere

[@martinmoss317]

I cringe about the lack of mudguards - I'm from the UK - makes it a fair weather only bike otherwise you'll be always cleaning dirt from the engine and air filters. The lack of chain guard worries me though - no regulations in Texas for chain guards? Seems that it's a safely issue.

[@spencerwilletts9705]

What filters are those? I didn't see a link

[@micridley7947]

Which suspension are you running on the back? I'm leaving the rear pegs on my build too.

[@ClassicOctane]

Standard length shocks from 4into1.com

[@edgarteran8939]

Hey I’m trying to replace my ignition switch on my cb550. Could you walk me through the process?

[@dbk81]

Question, is this a side gig for you or a full time job?

[@mattyrez]

How does this run with pods? I'm debating going to pods to hide things but everyone says they're not worth it

[@Kro_man_tx]

Is the Camaro done? Maybe I missed a video.

[@MrRoque1924]

How much do you charge to work on a CB550?

[@trainingbase8108]

Isnt the headlight bracket upside down bro? Pretty sure it should slope downwards, rather than upwards as it is now.

[@ClassicOctane]

They are straight so there is no right way up.

[@shanekelderman1457]

Beautiful bike. How long did this one take you to turn out? Stay healthy!

[@ClassicOctane]

Working on and off about three weeks.

[@SnowLion1959]

Sir do you sell cafe racer bike 🏍 if yes than how much do u mind telling approximately. Thank you

[@robertdees2179]

What do you charge to rebuild carbs for 78 cb 750. Linkage for accelerator pump not working and they need rebuilt

[@picjimenez]

Are you taking in projects? I have a 1985 cb650sc.

[@richs8404]

Nice bike. Do you recommend any particular brand of universal wiring harness?

[@ClassicOctane]

I get them from 4into1.com the quality has been great.

[@austennaeve]

@@ClassicOctane that's where I got mine!

[@thetapersclubcrew331]

did you have to make a custom mount for the ignition switch? I'm having the same problem where I don't want the bulky switch on top but unsure how to mount it underneath.

[@ClassicOctane]

Yes, I just made one and welded it to the frame.

[@thetapersclubcrew331]

@@ClassicOctane any chance you can sell me a bracket?

[@NCOHLivin]

What kind of tires are those on the bike?

[@LUKE-xj6sv]

what size tires are on this thang?

[@lukebronstein9617]

What is the color code for the paint? I love that blue

[@ClassicOctane]

It's GM Dark Blue Metallic

[@superbikebox]

Top !

[@cianmurphy52]

Take it for a ride?

[@JS-tx7sx]

link to headlight? Need a new one and this one looks OE

[@webbhughes6291]

Where would you suggest a wiring harness for a 77 CB750KF?

[@ClassicOctane]

4into1.com

[@j.v.b.9401]

Where did you put the oil tank?

[@ClassicOctane]

No oil tank on the CB550s only on the CB750s

[@lucianomelo291]

Salve salve meu brother ! Top dimais 👍

[@Codysrandomvideos0419]

What shocks did you/ do you usually use?

[@ClassicOctane]

4into1.com/performance-shocks-black-w-chrome-spring-eye-clevis-335mm-13-1-8/ I used these on this bike.

[@tannermoroz9732]

Ummmm start the bike?

[@Gus-cg9yp]

I meas, upside down the handelbars, sorry

[@austennaeve]

Nice! Just did a tuffside seat on my CB750 with the upswept tail. I really dig the dark blue with the brown. I did black and brown seat but I like the blue better! Check out my Instagram to see the bike! RHCP4LIFE

[@jasonkristunas9427]

Nice work would like to see a mono shock conversion on one of your builds

[@MicJaguar]

Is there a link to the muffler? I am thinking about getting one for my Honda 75 CB550F Supersport 4into1

[@megazord666]

What size tires are those?