Yamaha Virago XV920 Cafe Racer Build Timelapse

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

If you just want to see the result after a few years of slow progress skip to 1:10:30

[@thisaccountnoexist7545]

No, we don't need it. I really enjoyed watching the kids helping out, so I watched them in slow motion from the middle.

[@LuisLopez-wo7sk]

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[@Ready-Set-WORK]

The entire video of the process and the kids getting involved is where the real magic is brother. Very nice build

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

@@Ready-Set-WORK Very true. Thanks for the kind words.

[@thomashall6888]

I love this guy for having the children scampering around in the workshop! Yes you can have it all.

[@dixanespinosa7716]

coolest dad ever riding into the sunset

[@michaelm6863]

As a father of two, a former 920 Virago owner (bought mine new while I was in college), a dog lover, and a guy who spent years working with his hands but now sits in front of a computer all day, I love this video. Thank you!

[@joesilvasr9733]

It is so AWESOME seeing your children in the shop with you ❤️

[@massimilianomchchiusso7988]

What a lovely bad boy biker daddy ...the work with kids...and the whole family enjoying the first start and ride....so emotional...you're a lucky good man !!!

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

I am very lucky indeed. Thanks!

[@martinschliebner8863]

Vertrauen, Bindungen. Ein schönes Vorbild .

[@TechnMoto]

Such an awesome build. Love the children in the shop with you. Brought back memories of my kids when they were young. Bike came out really nice. Well done.

[@sigma4743]

Such a nice family build 😊Congrats 🎉

[@david-xb7ei]

really good that the little one is allowed to screw with it, so he learns and he did something together with dad when he becomes a parent, he is happy, I would have wished my dad would have done it, keep it up, really great 😉😊😀

[@antr7493]

Well done. Awesome looking bike

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@lasmeninas30]

너무 멋집니다. 아이들과 함께 하시는 모습이..

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

감사합니다.. 그들은 나의 가장 큰 행복입니다

[@savage8536]

i see you're having best life any man could wish for, beautiful house, beautiful family, dope rides

[@earliebraggs2763]

Loved all the "helpers" you had during the build. Even the dog came and hung out for a while!! Cool!!

[@TheHavoc09]

I wish you were my neighbour! You seem like such a nice guy, beautiful family, sweet kids and a great project. Loved the whole thing, especially the kids helping out. I just bought a XV920 to convert and I have 3 kids. I hope my time will be as nice as yours 😊.

[@DeonisDan]

Отличная работа! Отец с золотыми руками подарил своим детям незабываемые впечатления и показал, что всего можно достичь своими руками!

[@CammyMoto]

CONGRATULATIONS you did it!!! I love that your home feels like my home, this is truly inspirational. Watched you and your family changed through the whole video. Heartwarming.❣❣❣❣

[@EdWalters-qn5he]

I watched from start to finish & was amazed. I'm impressed by the craftsmanship & patience. Not only his but his wife's too. I have a 1981 750 Virago (red) that I bought new in '81. I tried the Cycle Shack duals & found the stock exhaust was better. The Kerker system was a great improvement overall. I put rear set(3") pedals , Eddie Lawson bars & a small fairing to help fight the wind. Congratulations.

[@wickedwd5000]

I truly enjoyed watching this entire video.

[@JeSTeR-X1o]

I still got my shed and my bikes n projects,and dogs,sadly tho my three kids are grown now with my eldest boy after moving to canada from Ireland last November.❤❤❤ Cherish the tine bro, presence is far greater than presents

[@overnaut8158]

all from this video is beautiful

[@RigobertoVazquez-ez4ue]

beautiful job

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

Thanks!

[@Jriys]

Perfectly done sir. 🤩

[@jimbob220878]

An awesome build,well done my man,but having the wife and kids involved?..precious memories right there,love this 😊👌🏻👍

[@kenrico741]

Ich habe viele Schrauber Videos gesehen - deine Kinder dabei zu sehen, macht mich glücklich! Du hast alles richtig gemacht, ich bin ein fan deiner Arbeit und der Geduld - Greetz from Germany

[@freemusicpandex7725]

genail tu trabajo amigo,.. .me gustaria tener una moto asi..

[@carlossergiorodrigues8744]

Gostei do vídeo, Família, Moto e Skate,

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

Obrigado!

Excelente trabajo. Felicitaciones.😃👌

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

gracias!

[@rajatkrkr]

beautiful dude absolutely beautiful.

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

thank you!

[@endoplasreh]

Best part are the soccer balls in the intake ports. Clever. I used to own a 1982 virago 920. I miss it.

[@BenjaminSinski-lk4nb]

Beautiful Video thank you.

[@SAMUKA1979]

From Portugal.... Nice work ... Nice team😅❤

[@pongprapatwatcharamaneehod1870]

👍👍👍 กิจกรรมครอบครัว 👏👏👏

[@jongandy6732]

My guy. I need a break down on that media blaster you made. Looks amazing. And how does that compressor handle air tools?

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

It's just a poor man's blaster made from a gatorade bottle and a cheap harbor freight air blow gun. The media was walnut shell from harbor freight. Whole thing was pretty cheap and easy to put together. I can't remember where I found the idea online, but there are probably tutorials for it out there. You basically cut a hole in the air gun nozzle facing upward and drill a tight fitting hole through the plastic bottle (something with a wide mouth opening is easier to fill) so that the nozzle can run through the bottle & gravity will let the media fall into the hole in the nozzle as you blow air through it. It takes a decent compressor to run it well. I don't even have mine anymore...I let a friend borrow it and never got it back, but IIRC it was like $5 to make, so not a big deal. I'll probably make another some day if I need one again. Good luck!

[@jongandy6732]

@rockinfreakappotomus I'm fascinated with DIY tools. I like the idea of fabricating. Creating tooling helps to create better tools. It's like a mini industrial age in your own garage. Thanks for sharing.

[@leonardoherreraleon3323]

hello, i am from venezuela good video

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

Thank you!

[@dylanhenderson2136]

Wondering where to source the headlight and bracket? Thanks, great build!

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

This is the headlight I used, which looks like it might not be available from that same listing any longer, but most of this made in china type parts are available under multiple listings and even different brand names but using the same actual part. Headlight: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07P5WFFQG/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Mounting bracked & headlight bucket I bought separately on eBay. It doesn't look like they're listed anymore either, but I'd bet you can search and find the same thing. For what it's worth the titles of the listings I bought were these: Headlight bucket = 7inch Motorcycle Headlight Black Housing Cover & Bracket Round Headlamp Mount Mounting brackets = Fit For Motorcycle Headlamp Bracket Front Fork Headlight Mounting Holder Clamp If you search those titles on ebay, you'll probably find the same thing or something very similar. Good luck!

[@irocss85]

Amazing.

[@CORVINH0]

Im about to start a project, never done it before, i hope everything works out in the end.. im kinda nervous

[@CORVINH0]

Awsome video congrats 🤩🤩😁😁

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

I was nervous at times as well. Mostly worried that I would spend a bunch of money on a project that wouldn't work out. I only started the bike 1 time before tearing it down and I probably should have made sure it was in good running condition before putting all the work and money into it. But in the end it worked out ok for me. Best of luck with your project!

[@syeraa1]

Good job man

[@luciosantopietro6387]

Sei un grandeee

[@uwuana-ni6ku]

Destino de mortero. 11))))

[@NITAKA-jpn]

Good job

[@jorgemariogarcia9436]

Does anyone know which speedometer I install, which one is compatible for this motorcycle?

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

I used this one, which works with GPS rather than the traditional cable connection. www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07KPBYR7P/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 I also swapped my front end, so I probably could have used the speedo from that same front end if I had wanted, but the GPS one works well and was a cleaner and easier job to fit it to the bike.

[@Sethro77]

good job.... I love the fuel/Oil leak accross the neigbourhood .... but that happens... great work looks really nice!!

[@juanbetancourt6173]

Very good job men! it was a very detailing work. i am dreaming do this things too, some day may be.

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

Thanks, I hope you can make it happen!

[@jakelong781]

First things first amazing job on the bike. And now you have memories that you and your children will cherish forever…. May have ask a few questions? That carb, manifold and jet sizes? The paint on the engine semi black or satin? And rear wheel is that off the newer viragos?

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

Thank you for the kind words! The carb is a Mikuni VM30, the carb manifold is a BIP (the composite version, which I don't think I'd buy again), and I'd have to look back into the jet sizes to recall what I ended up on, but I do remember it was smaller than I expected. That detail is going to be different for everyone, so there is a tuning process to work through and find the best size jets for your setup. I bought a variety pack of main jets and I think I ended up using one of the smaller ones, 220 or 230 I believe. For the pilot jet, I bough a couple sizes close to whatever came in the carb, and I don't recall exactly where I ended up, but I think it was around 27.5 or so on that. Your results will vary. The paint on the engine is VHT high temp wrinkle finish, which is a matte finish and also wrinkles slightly as it dries, and I think gives a really nice looking finish besides also being a bit forgiving on the application. Rear wheel, if I recall correctly, is actually from a Yamaha XJ700 II (1985 model year I think it was?). I found that on eBay and it looked identical, so I took a chance and bought it to try out because I liked the straight spokes better than the swirly look of the virago wheel. Fit like a glove and looks great IMO. Hope that info is helpful to you, and all the best with any projects you take on!

[@TheHavoc09]

What tank, muffler and pipes did you use?

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

Tank is a 1978 Kawasaki KZ 400 Gas tank which I found on ebay. Had to cut out the bung and weld in a new one cause I didn't have the cap to go with it. Muffler/pipes are just what was on it when I got the bike. I think they're the stock set up with the baffles cut out, but honestly, I'm not sure on that. I had planned to fabricate a custom stainless pipe job, but never did, and I sort of liked what was on there already, so I kept that setup.

[@uwuana-ni6ku]

Con. la frecuencia de poner. Aun.

[@goktuggmustekn1722]

well, I am a 20 years old guy who is dreaming about this. 2 kids and a loving wife. I am working in my garage with my old bike trying to fix it or rebuilding it. that s it guys... just simple and happy life. I want to die in peace and knowing my beloved ones really caring about me. I wanna be a man that taking care of his family. be a man that have own interests and hobby s. and a dog that will play and protect my kids too. that is happiness in my mind. I hope it ll be my reality in 10 years or sth. goodnight.

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

Those are goals worth pursuing my friend. They are more fulfilling than money or fame. I wish you the best in building the life you want for yourself and your family.

[@goktuggmustekn1722]

@@rockinfreakappotomus thank you so much:) greetings from turkey btw❤️

[@thosoz3431]

I'm 70 and as I write this I am waiting for the grand kids to arrive with my wife. And yes, I have an XV1000 in the garage that I've owned for 40 years. I wish you all the best my friend. May your hard work and positive attitude make your dreams come true.

[@wakeup3987]

Fine build and quite nice sound for a Yamaha Viagra ;)

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

😆 My buddy from work had a Virago at the same time I bought mine to do this project. He always called it the Viagro and it cracked me up every time. Still does!

[@wakeup3987]

@@rockinfreakappotomus Hahaha 👍 Some Harley guys chatted with a guy with a Suzuki. That was the first time I heard someone joke about A nal intruder 😂 The movie.

[@ししゃも先輩-b7w]

What model is the rear wheel?

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

It is from a Yamaha XJ700...don't recall exactly the year, but I think it was 1985. I found it online and it looked like it would fit the virago, so I took a chance and bought it, and it ended up fitting perfectly. I think it looks much better than the virago rear wheel and it matches closer to the R6 front wheel I have.

[@davegellis5699]

I may want to buy the back rest and orther take off parts

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

I've got quite a bit of stuff piled up in the shed. Drop me an email address or something if you want pics.

[@斎藤誠-x6c]

これ、好き。 I like this movie.

[@dong6628]

👍

[@nguyenang4745]

❤❤❤

[@yawdiy1409]

add memphis shade road worrior headlight faring to this ,

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

That would be dope! I had thought about something like that and possibly a chin spoiler. Might have to add that on at some point!

[@oscarbalsa2362]

👏👏👏👏👏👍 tengo la misma Yamaha XV 920 1982 ❤️

[@latdecani]

❤

[@uwuana-ni6ku]

Terminal. De. (Micro)

[@uwuana-ni6ku]

dilolllllllll. Por Que tehalcansa.

[@uwuana-ni6ku]

Asta sacar. Mas sboleto.

[@iloprab]

Nongoa zara zu? Euskal Herria?

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

Soy de E.E.U.U., per parte de mi familia viene del pais Vasco, Es una parte de mi herencia que me da gran orgullo. I'm from the U.S., but part of my family comes from Basque Country. It's a part of my heritage I am very proud of!

[@Ore-zz9hb]

Super dad be like

[@jasongrant2366]

‘Member folks, don’t have kids 🤣

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

nah. you'll find way more joy in life by having kids than all the cafe racers in the world could bring you. it does make finding time for some things harder to do (like trying to build a cafe racer), but worthwhile things are often hard to do. if I'm lucky they'll keep building when they're older and I can just ride theirs! 😉

[@uwuana-ni6ku]

Cantando. :::::::::::::::#

[@uwuana-ni6ku]

El helejido. ((((((((((({§

[@uwuana-ni6ku]

Gueses {€£€£€£€£€£

[@uwuana-ni6ku]

Desactibado da. Focos Pocos en cender:::::Mas

[@uwuana-ni6ku]

Faghs. De. Tarjeta. (((((({{§}

[@jimwilson4043]

well that is certainly UGLY

[@geoffedmonds6507]

Its very cool but I have always just loved the feel and look of my 1100 but as I said still cool.

[@Caferacertoronto]

amazing work man! watched the whole thing! would love to connect for some questions. Im getting closer and closer on my build, this was a good boost in motivation. Do you have instagram?

[@rockinfreakappotomus]

Hey there, I don't have instagram anymore. I had it and honestly, I found that I was spending more time scrolling pics of bikes on there than I was working on my bike. So at some point I just deleted it and decided that I was going to use that time to work on my project. But if you wanted to talk about your project, I'd be happy to. You could drop me an email address or something? Thanks!