Mini supermoto build thread

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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by BeautifulDisaster » Wed Feb 11, 2015 8:18 pm

:idea: Congrats!!!!!!
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by Rhino » Wed Feb 11, 2015 10:22 pm

So all kidding aside, I'm impressed. Doing a project like this is a great way to learn about the nuts-and-bolts level of engines. I want to take on a project like this one day. I kick around the idea of buying a Suzuki Savage, souping up the engine, and doing the Ryca cafe conversion on it.

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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by LonestarCBR » Thu Feb 12, 2015 6:19 am

Rhino wrote:I want to take on a project like this one day.
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by milesmiles » Thu Feb 12, 2015 6:58 am

Rhino wrote:So all kidding aside, I'm impressed. Doing a project like this is a great way to learn about the nuts-and-bolts level of engines. I want to take on a project like this one day. I kick around the idea of buying a Suzuki Savage, souping up the engine, and doing the Ryca cafe conversion on it.
Yep, that was part of idea. I didn't want to start out on a bigger bike simply because of the cost issues. As you can see i've run into my fair share of problems, but the amount i've learned....worth every penny & more. I already have plans on other bike builds that i want to do!!! :D
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by DarcShadow » Sun Feb 22, 2015 10:07 pm

Just finished up blasting some parts for miles, will PC them tomorrow after work.
Also did his rims today using a neighbors setup that has a nicer gun, larger oven, and larger blast cabinet.
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by milesmiles » Sun Feb 22, 2015 10:16 pm

Those look great!!! I'm impressed!!!

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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by DarcShadow » Sun Feb 22, 2015 10:18 pm

The color on the rims looks a lot better than that sample piece you looked at last week.
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by milesmiles » Sun Feb 22, 2015 10:27 pm

I wasn't going to say that until i saw them in person, but the color looks exactly like what i was wanting!!!
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by fixxervi6 » Sun Feb 22, 2015 10:34 pm

This is going to be like the worlds most expensive dirt bike, will it have spinners?
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by milesmiles » Sun Feb 22, 2015 10:42 pm

fixxervi6 wrote:This is going to be like the worlds most expensive dirt bike
you watch your mouth when talking to me
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by Telomere » Sun Feb 22, 2015 10:49 pm

milesmiles wrote:
fixxervi6 wrote:This is going to be like the worlds most expensive dirt bike
you watch your mouth when talking to me
Better give him a mirror and some glasses.
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by LonestarCBR » Mon Feb 23, 2015 7:01 am

milesmiles wrote:
fixxervi6 wrote:This is going to be like the worlds most expensive dirt bike
you watch your mouth when talking to me
Fixxer, please don't insult him by implying he'd put spinners on his DIRT BIKE.
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by BeautifulDisaster » Mon Feb 23, 2015 8:30 am

Telomere wrote:
milesmiles wrote:
fixxervi6 wrote:This is going to be like the worlds most expensive dirt bike
you watch your mouth when talking to me
Better give him a mirror and some glasses.

LOL you guys make this too easy for Telo. Damn I love that quick wit!!!! :-)
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by DarcShadow » Mon Feb 23, 2015 1:52 pm

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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by milesmiles » Mon Feb 23, 2015 1:53 pm

SOOOO PURDY
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by LonestarCBR » Mon Feb 23, 2015 4:10 pm

Those gold wheels are sweet. You're going to have the best looking MX'er slicing around the berms. It's a shame you're going to subject them to the dirt and mud.
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by milesmiles » Mon Feb 23, 2015 4:25 pm

LonestarCBR wrote:Those gold wheels are sweet. You're going to have the best looking MX'er slicing around the berms. It's a shame you're going to subject them to the dirt and mud.
It's going on the track you fool! :razz:

although, i will have a 2nd set for the dirt, just because i'm cool like that
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by BeautifulDisaster » Mon Feb 23, 2015 5:41 pm

Keep at it, it's all coming together nicely!!! ^_^

And I'll give you that, I think you're pretty cool. 8)
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by Striple » Mon Feb 23, 2015 7:38 pm

That thing is going to be a hoot on the track. The only downside is the lack of short tracks in the region. Unless you're running TMGP in Katy/Denton, you're limited to the 1.3 at MSR.
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by shilka99 » Mon Feb 23, 2015 10:23 pm

Heres the perfect event for you Miles. I'll be there along with a few other ridesmart regulars. Will this bike be ready by March 6?

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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by Striple » Mon Feb 23, 2015 10:27 pm

Perfect! Best get on it, Miles.
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by milesmiles » Mon Feb 23, 2015 11:42 pm

It won't be ready by then. If it is it won't have any suspension work or anything.

Main thing I'm looking at is what tire to run up front, I'm kind of lost.

Also I still need to send off my flywheel to get machined down.
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by shilka99 » Tue Feb 24, 2015 12:03 am

well that sumo event was just postponed. Maybe you'll be ready for the rescheduled event.
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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by DemonDuck » Tue Feb 24, 2015 10:25 am

RC30rdr wrote:Heres the perfect event for you Miles. I'll be there along with a few other ridesmart regulars. Will this bike be ready by March 6?

http://tinyurl.com/qjud4l5

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Re: Mini supermoto build thread

Post by milesmiles » Mon Mar 16, 2015 8:37 pm

Update: got back the flywheel with just over a lb shaved off, quality work!

Below you see the new valves & the old. I shouldn't have to explain what's wrong with the old Image

Taking out the valves wasn't too hard. Once out the new ones needed to be "lapped". Just a bit of compound & elbow grease made for a tight fit!
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At the same time the new cam was put in.

Right now the spokes are being custom made for the wheels. Apparently I have an odd shape for the front. Everything else just needs to be bolted together. Doesn't sound bad on paper, but there isn't one part touching another at the current moment.

Things missing: I need to order the new springs. Also need to order new jets for the carb & a front tire. I haven't decided on the front brake setup. I'm trying not to settle on just a galfer oversize free floating rotor, but it's looking might good taking the easy way out right now. It will probably be the last decision I make.

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