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Message started by rich8363 on 04/23/17 at 17:31:46

Title: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by rich8363 on 04/23/17 at 17:31:46

I bought a 2002 Savage on April 10th with 5k miles for $1k - I ordered my Ryca Bobber kit the next day. Started taking the bike apart. So happy for all the videos out there to help me put it back together again.

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Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by Ruttly on 04/23/17 at 18:14:54

Big fun building your own bike and so rewarding when your out on the road riding it !

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by Dave on 04/24/17 at 02:26:47

Looks like a good start....you have a ways to go yet!

Since you are really early in your build, maybe you can benefit from the things I have learned about the tires on a Cafe' bike. The 130/70-18 tire is too wide for a 18x2.50 rim. If you want to run a tire that size you need to get a 18x3.50 rim. The 130/70 tire is made to fit on the 3.50 rim, and if you mount it on a 2.50 rim you are pulling the tire beads in a full inch, and that creates a tread profile that is too round.....it rolls tread over onto the sidewalls where you will never be able to use it, and it makes a narrow contact patch. If you want to use a 18x2.50 rim it is best to use a 120/80-18 tire. The 120/80 tire is almost as wide as a 130/70 tire on a 18x2.50 rim, and the tread profile is not distorted as the sidewalls are not pulled in a full inch.
http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1435340395

The RYCA tail light with built in turn signals is nearly invisible in the daylight, and it will not get a distracted drivers attention. I did not use the RYCA tail light - instead I bought one that has a red lens and is the running and brake light without turn signals - and I added LED brake light to my bike and I put it under the seat bottom - just about the point where the rear seat pan bolts to the frame. The light is not visible to anyone walking around and casually looking at the bike - but to a driver behind the bike it is very visible and very bright. I used an emergency strobe from StrobesRUs - it is red and can be set for continuous operation as a brake light. I used a 6 strobe light and it is a bit to bright and I toned it down with a layer of red tape - this 4 light until might be better.
http://strobes-r-us.com/closeup.asp?cid=32&pid=923&offset=0

As mentioned above....the rear turn signals incorporated into the tail light are not noticeable. I recommend mounting a good set of rear turn signals that can actually be seen in sunlight.

Good luck with your build....it is a fun project. You should check out the Bike Builds Section to see what others have done.
http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1383565946

Look at Gary_in_NJ Tech Section article on suspension. Lowering the front end by installing spacers makes for a really rough riding bike - using a top triple clamp that allows you to raise the fork tubes to lower the front end makes for a much better ride.
http://suzukisavage.com/cgi-bin/YaBB.pl?num=1421689358

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by rich8363 on 04/24/17 at 05:14:05

Thanks Dave
I'll keep you all posted.

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by rich8363 on 05/11/17 at 14:50:55

Update

Frame and fender have been stripped, primed, and first coat sprayed Military Green. Can't wait to get the kit from Ryca. ;D

http://i548.photobucket.com/albums/ii358/rich8363/web%20postings/0511171725_HDR_zps0cguhfou.jpg

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by SALB on 05/11/17 at 14:58:16

Olive drab? It should be interesting to see what kind of color scheme you come up with.

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by Ruttly on 05/11/17 at 15:54:54

Dude it's like Christmas when it shows up , I took the day off from work and the next day too !

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by ohiomoto on 05/11/17 at 18:18:02

Looking forward to this. I love the build threads.

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by Ruttly on 05/11/17 at 18:33:16

Yeah always great seeing a build thru the builders eyes , that's where the magic happens ! I never paint until at least 3rd mock up , I do a lot of changes along the way !

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by Hamman on 05/12/17 at 10:56:50

Cant wait to see!!

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by rich8363 on 05/13/17 at 08:27:25

Just received an email from Ryca.
2 packages scheduled to arrive Thursday.
;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by Ruttly on 05/13/17 at 08:47:15

Take a sick day !

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by catfishunter99 on 05/13/17 at 13:06:06

Looking forward to seeing the progress!

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by rich8363 on 05/16/17 at 15:13:48

>:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:( >:(
The Rustoleum paint has yet to dry. It's been days.
I even brought it into the house where it's less humid.
Going to strip it off and use Krylon.

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by Dave on 05/16/17 at 19:12:10

Better yet.....buy a 2K paint. They have cans that you activate, and a catalyst mixes with the paint. The paint is far more durable, and it doesn't react to paint and oil.

You can get it from Eastwood, or some of the local professional auto paint supply businesses can mix up the cans for you. It will be more expensive - but it will last.

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by rich8363 on 05/16/17 at 20:52:32

Hi Dave
I looked at 2K paint but they don't offer it in Olive Drab Green. >:(

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by Dave on 05/17/17 at 02:52:33

504B414A1A111411220 wrote:

Hi Dave
I looked at 2K paint but they don't offer it in Olive Drab Green. >:(

Check your local auto supply (professional) paint store. The local one here can fill the cans with any color you want - they mix the paint and then have the equipment to put it in a spray can. Ask the local body shop where they get their paint in your neighborhood.

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by rich8363 on 05/20/17 at 13:22:57

OD looks much better flat

http://i548.photobucket.com/albums/ii358/rich8363/web%20postings/0520171323a_HDR_zps9aytku50.jpg

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Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by rich8363 on 05/22/17 at 17:30:26

Look what I found at my front door today. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
I hope my girlfriend has plans that DON'T include me for the next few days.

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Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by rich8363 on 06/05/17 at 04:56:30

http://i548.photobucket.com/albums/ii358/rich8363/web%20postings/0604171924_zpsalzb5w4j.jpg

Making progress.... this week I will get the rear fender, tires, and handle bars done.

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by tergi on 06/05/17 at 06:56:40

I love the hard frame and the tank, is a peanut for HD? does it fit in the Savage frame?

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by rich8363 on 06/05/17 at 18:54:13

The tank is from Ryca.

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by rich8363 on 06/05/17 at 18:59:49

http://i548.photobucket.com/albums/ii358/rich8363/web%20postings/0605172037b_zpsxzqmzgws.jpg

Got a lot done tonight. Tomorrow I paint the rear fender and the rest of the stuff that needs painting.

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by tergi on 06/07/17 at 10:28:54

7F646E65353E3B3E0D0 wrote:

The tank is from Ryca.

sorry
i just visit the ryca website there are a lot of great stuff! so this bobber kit is great, it's became an amazing bike.

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by SoC on 06/07/17 at 20:31:42

Rich, the work you are doing is inspiring for anyone contemplating a build of any sort. The "Homer Bucket" shop seat is a classic, I think we've all been there. Not to be redundant from Tergi, but the question about the Ryca tank, was it a bolt up or did it need some mods? Hope you saw my email about the tank you have for sale.

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by rich8363 on 06/08/17 at 21:01:29

Almost time to drop in the motor. Just have to paint the can and plate holder. Run the wiring, fill and cap the forks. Maybe in three days. Just in time for a Sunday ride. ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D

The tank bolted right on - very easy install.
Ryca Rules !!!!

http://i548.photobucket.com/albums/ii358/rich8363/web%20postings/0608172317a-01_zpstggyxuss.jpeg

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by rich8363 on 06/26/17 at 06:08:10

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HzmMmuUrgI8

Short video of my progress.
I hope to be riding by Sunday. ;D

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by SoC on 06/29/17 at 09:13:54

rich, there is a guy looking for a tank in Rubber Side Down today, don't know if you still have yours.

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by Dave on 06/29/17 at 10:57:12

Well it appears Photobucket no longer works in this thread!

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by mmoses on 07/13/17 at 12:39:01

what happened to all the pictures! can you repost them?

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by justin_o_guy2 on 07/14/17 at 06:00:06

They are being held hostage.
Costs some bucks to get them out.

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by rich8363 on 07/19/17 at 16:30:27

Photobucket is not playing nice. All photos are gone. >:( >:( >:(
Here is a quick video on my progress.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bzw6ifClxiM

Title: Re: My Ryca Bobber Build
Post by rich8363 on 07/31/17 at 21:34:59

Almost Done ;D
https://youtu.be/XnSZgctIDX0