So, now my main task in this project is CB815 engine run-in. After first 1000km it will be ready for full throttle and thus for Dyno stand, to be measured and finally adjusted. I am looking forward to this moment…
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And here is a time laps video of Honda CB815 cafe-racer assembling. I was really disappointed by the quality of shots I got from from GoPro Hero 3+ Silver edition. May be next time I’ll use something else as pictures…
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And here is another traditional for gazzz-garage projects’ section: photo of cafe-racer’ details. I worked out my Honda CB815 Eight Fifteen design down to the smallest features. But even as every feature is result of my creative inspiration, it is…
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So, CB815 cafe-racer is assembled, adjusted and checked. But project is not finished until  break in is done. And while I make first runs, you may enjoy complete set of motorcycle photos, so-called walk around. I couldn’t decide which of…
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Frame: modified Honda CB750 RC42 Seven Fifty Engine: high performance custom mix of CB750 RC42 and CBX750 RC17 with 815ccm barrels.  Ported and polished cylinder head channels.  Engine also was glass blasted, painted and all its covers polished. CBX750 six gears…
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Meanwhile my motorcycle was ready for first start. I removed valve cover and fed cylinder head with oil and pressed the oil through the oil channels. Then I installed valve cover again, removed spark plugs and cranked engine with starter…
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As I wrote in previous part, in case of assembling the best story-tellers… are photos. So let’s continue in the same vein. All went smooth and fast: I continued assembling by installing exhaust system: Then I installed front brake system,…
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