Hello everyone,
My name is Joey and I am new to the forums as of today. (6/21/15) and I just picked up a 99 katana 600 yesterday for $400 bucks with "16k" miles on it. (no cluster to know for sure)
Anyway outside of the motor running like a champ the bike is in... rough condition. You can tell it was wrecked at one point or maybe a few times. The only plastics it has is the rear section and its in poor condition with a broken tab or two. I will most likely scrap that anyway.
The other major issue is the tranny is stuck in gear. Not sure what the problem is yet but I am assuming I will end up splitting the case.
I am going to continue to update this thread and post pictures of my progress as I take my sweet time bringing this frame and motor to a custom semi-street fighter/semi-fairing'd beast.
Things I plan on doing:
Engine
DONE: 1. CLEAN IT! It is nasty with dirt and grime and I am going to be cleaning it from top to bottom. Did the initial clean. Plan on cleaning it more before reassembly.
DONE: 2. Inspect it for anything that needs to be replaced. (gaskets mainly, possibly the head gasket if I need to pull them) found out it needs 2 gears from the tranny replaced. I got an entire tranny with drum, forks, gears, and shifter for $55 shipped
Tore the entire engine apart, new gaskets through-out. From covers, to oil pan, to heads, block, etc. All new everything
3. Valve clearances (tapets)
4. Ignition advancer
5. Overall tune-up (plugs, oil, etc.)
6. Possibly a new chain.
7. Researching GSXR cam possibility for a bit of pep.
Carbs
1. Jet the carbs (if they are not already)
2. Clean and replace seals as needed.
3. Sync (although it runs pretty smooth now)
Exhaust
1. It has a "custom" exhaust on it now which looks awful. I plan on changing to another can or possibly running it up under the seat and out near the rear seat (after I edit the backend frame)
2. Exhaust wrap or paint.
Frame
1. CLEAN CLEAN CLEAN IT! Done... wow it was dirty as hell.
2. Strip everything off the frame and sand the spray paint off of it. Started stripping down the frame. Swing arm is ready.
3. Paint or wrap the frame (haven't decided yet)
4. Chop the rear and raise it up a bit, possibly make it a bit sportier. Started on this mod, cut the rear a bit, planning the new "style" end with new metal stock.
5. Thicker steel rear wheel adjustments to avoid bending in and loosing alignment
Body
1. Create custom body panels (not sure what style/material yet but probably fiberglass)
2. Most likely a black/white color scheme.
3. Custom head lights/bracket with custom front end. (may go with dual projector headlamps)
4. Custom tail/blinkers. (integrated into one area)
5. Possibly a custom seat. (although the stock one I have is in pretty good condition)
6. Integrated bluetooth speakers.
Tires
1. Replacing both but not sure exactly which tire I will go with nor the size.
What I need(and possibly looking to buy):
(will delete and add as needed)
Speedo Cluster (speedo, tac, gas, etc) Bought with plastic surrounding on eBay for $59 shipped!
Tranny gears Got an entire tranny for $55 shipped
Headlight bracket (most likely making a custom bracket)
Mirrors (doesn't matter if it fits the bike originally)
Windshield (doesn't matter if it fits the bike originally, black in color if possible but still see through)
Handle bar ends in good condition (stock or aftermarket)
driver and passenger foot pegs
SS brake lines (if anyone has extra they are looking to sell, new or close to it)
Anything you may think I need
Things I have bought (price line):
Price rounded up to the nearest dollar
1. The bike = $400
2. Speedo cluster and plastic surround = $59
3. Complete tranny = $55
4. RF900R read shock = $48
Running total = $562
Projected total = $2500
What I started with:
I will continue to post pictures as I make progress. I will also post details on any custom work I do. I still have a lot of research to do on the bike but if it turns out anything like my old custom RF600RR I will be happy and this time I will NOT sell it (unless someone offers me way more than its worth like my RF).
I look forward to the fun.
My name is Joey and I am new to the forums as of today. (6/21/15) and I just picked up a 99 katana 600 yesterday for $400 bucks with "16k" miles on it. (no cluster to know for sure)
Anyway outside of the motor running like a champ the bike is in... rough condition. You can tell it was wrecked at one point or maybe a few times. The only plastics it has is the rear section and its in poor condition with a broken tab or two. I will most likely scrap that anyway.
The other major issue is the tranny is stuck in gear. Not sure what the problem is yet but I am assuming I will end up splitting the case.
I am going to continue to update this thread and post pictures of my progress as I take my sweet time bringing this frame and motor to a custom semi-street fighter/semi-fairing'd beast.
Things I plan on doing:
Engine
DONE: 1. CLEAN IT! It is nasty with dirt and grime and I am going to be cleaning it from top to bottom. Did the initial clean. Plan on cleaning it more before reassembly.
DONE: 2. Inspect it for anything that needs to be replaced. (gaskets mainly, possibly the head gasket if I need to pull them) found out it needs 2 gears from the tranny replaced. I got an entire tranny with drum, forks, gears, and shifter for $55 shipped
Tore the entire engine apart, new gaskets through-out. From covers, to oil pan, to heads, block, etc. All new everything
3. Valve clearances (tapets)
4. Ignition advancer
5. Overall tune-up (plugs, oil, etc.)
6. Possibly a new chain.
7. Researching GSXR cam possibility for a bit of pep.
Carbs
1. Jet the carbs (if they are not already)
2. Clean and replace seals as needed.
3. Sync (although it runs pretty smooth now)
Exhaust
1. It has a "custom" exhaust on it now which looks awful. I plan on changing to another can or possibly running it up under the seat and out near the rear seat (after I edit the backend frame)
2. Exhaust wrap or paint.
Frame
1. CLEAN CLEAN CLEAN IT! Done... wow it was dirty as hell.
2. Strip everything off the frame and sand the spray paint off of it. Started stripping down the frame. Swing arm is ready.
3. Paint or wrap the frame (haven't decided yet)
4. Chop the rear and raise it up a bit, possibly make it a bit sportier. Started on this mod, cut the rear a bit, planning the new "style" end with new metal stock.
5. Thicker steel rear wheel adjustments to avoid bending in and loosing alignment
Body
1. Create custom body panels (not sure what style/material yet but probably fiberglass)
2. Most likely a black/white color scheme.
3. Custom head lights/bracket with custom front end. (may go with dual projector headlamps)
4. Custom tail/blinkers. (integrated into one area)
5. Possibly a custom seat. (although the stock one I have is in pretty good condition)
6. Integrated bluetooth speakers.
Tires
1. Replacing both but not sure exactly which tire I will go with nor the size.
What I need(and possibly looking to buy):
(will delete and add as needed)
Speedo Cluster (speedo, tac, gas, etc) Bought with plastic surrounding on eBay for $59 shipped!
Tranny gears Got an entire tranny for $55 shipped
Headlight bracket (most likely making a custom bracket)
Mirrors (doesn't matter if it fits the bike originally)
Windshield (doesn't matter if it fits the bike originally, black in color if possible but still see through)
Handle bar ends in good condition (stock or aftermarket)
driver and passenger foot pegs
SS brake lines (if anyone has extra they are looking to sell, new or close to it)
Anything you may think I need
Things I have bought (price line):
Price rounded up to the nearest dollar
1. The bike = $400
2. Speedo cluster and plastic surround = $59
3. Complete tranny = $55
4. RF900R read shock = $48
Running total = $562
Projected total = $2500
What I started with:
I will continue to post pictures as I make progress. I will also post details on any custom work I do. I still have a lot of research to do on the bike but if it turns out anything like my old custom RF600RR I will be happy and this time I will NOT sell it (unless someone offers me way more than its worth like my RF).
I look forward to the fun.
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