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« Reply #25 on: July 29, 2011, 11:01:35 AM » |
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What is the difference between the CX650 block and the CX500 block?
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« Reply #26 on: July 29, 2011, 11:14:04 AM » |
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Apparently swapping a 650 engine into a 500 frame is fairly easy, so they must be similarly dimensioned.
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« Reply #27 on: July 29, 2011, 11:52:34 AM » |
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I wouldn't be at all surprised if the 650 is just the 500 punched out larger.
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« Reply #28 on: July 29, 2011, 12:43:48 PM » |
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Here are the bore and stroke specs that I was able to find online;
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78.0mm x 52.0mm
CX650
82.5mm x 63.0mm
Seems reasonable that the 650 motor was a bored and stroked version of the 500, likely using the same gear cases and having the same overall basic dimensions.
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« Reply #29 on: August 01, 2011, 07:02:06 AM » |
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That is a good looking bike, I like the design better than most new bikes sold today. If it isn't too much trouble could you get a photo of the instrument cluster? Just curious what the layout of it is like. Also maybe I missed it in the thread but what year is the bike? Good luck getting it running again.
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« Reply #30 on: August 01, 2011, 03:31:34 PM » |
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That is a good looking bike, I like the design better than most new bikes sold today. If it isn't too much trouble could you get a photo of the instrument cluster? Just curious what the layout of it is like. Also maybe I missed it in the thread but what year is the bike? Good luck getting it running again.
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« Reply #31 on: August 01, 2011, 05:10:13 PM » |
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Thanks Steve!
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« Reply #32 on: August 01, 2011, 07:36:47 PM » |
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I think that may be one of the best looking bikes ever.
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« Reply #33 on: August 01, 2011, 08:15:35 PM » |
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That looks like a car's instrument panel.
Not saying that to be offensive, as I really like the bikes styling.
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'84 650 - "Naia" | DDM HID | 700S Rotors | SS Brake Lines
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« Reply #34 on: August 01, 2011, 09:05:25 PM » |
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"The electronic ignition system was separated from the rest of the electrical system, enabling the motorcycle to be push-started and ridden in case of a total electrical system failure."
I dont know if this is the norm for bikes now, but that is pretty cool. Wikipedia has some other cool info.
I think I may have to see if I can find one of these.
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« Reply #35 on: August 02, 2011, 06:41:37 PM » |
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It's alive!
After installing a new battery, spark plugs and four 15A fuses she fired right up. No smoking from the pipes and the motor sounds nice and tight with no clicking or clanking. I have a new air filter on order and it also needs new tires, but so far it's awesome.
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« Reply #36 on: August 02, 2011, 07:26:53 PM » |
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Fantastic Steve! How much fuel can the gas tank hold on that bike?
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« Reply #37 on: August 02, 2011, 07:36:04 PM » |
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Fantastic Steve! How much fuel can the gas tank hold on that bike?
The tank holds 19.00 litres (5.02 gallons) |
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« Reply #38 on: August 02, 2011, 08:59:08 PM » |
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Good work Steve, that sounds real nice  Once you get it road worthy, I think I might have to come up to Ottawa for a meet and greet and more importantly, check out this bike  I'm sure some of the other Ottawa members on here would love to meet up with you too. |
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« Reply #39 on: August 05, 2011, 04:11:13 PM » |
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The new air filter arrived today and has been installed, so I feel better about revving the engine a bit more.
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« Reply #40 on: August 05, 2011, 08:49:48 PM » |
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http://columbus.craigslist.org/mcy/2532447765.htmlIf I had 2 grand to burn...such a fine looking bike.
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« Reply #41 on: August 06, 2011, 08:51:42 AM » |
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I can't believe how clean you made it since you first got it.
How much more till its ready for the road?
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« Reply #42 on: August 06, 2011, 09:07:07 AM » |
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Got the new tires for it yet?
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« Reply #43 on: August 06, 2011, 01:51:39 PM » |
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I had priced out tires but didn't buy any yet. It took some elbow grease to clean it up and the bike is starting to come together nicely.
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« Reply #44 on: August 06, 2011, 02:33:19 PM » |
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I want one.
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« Reply #45 on: August 07, 2011, 06:04:49 AM » |
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Too late....it's already been sold.
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