I am starting my Ryca inspired build. I say Ryca inspired because even though I didn't purchase a Ryca kit, it was an newspaper article about the CS-1 years ago that got me started down this path. There is a lot I like about the CS-1 but there were some things I wanted to do differently so this build is a bit of a hybrid.

I decided to do a build thread for two reasons. First, I am sure I will need some help and advice along the way so I thought that the thread would be helpful for people to figure out how I ended up where I did when I asked for help. Second, even though I estimate less than 40 hours of effort in the build, I suspect it will take me about 6 to 9 months to complete so the thread will help me remember how I ended up where I did when I pick the project back up months later.

I don't think that I will break any new ground as far as the community is concerned. But, it will all be new ground for me as this is the first time I am customizing a motorcycle and probably the most involved project I have undertaken in general.

Thanks in advance for your support.

Oh, my starting point is a 2003 LS650 with 2,614 miles on it.

All photos are in a Google album.
https://photos.app.goo.gl/XBYqWmM5XwS2oPC97

Here are my 2" aluminum spacers.

I like to see deviation from the way Ryca as done things ,they have made some mistakes.

If you're using one of those generic ebay tanks - those Chinese ones from $30 up - let me know what you used etc and the clearance to the fork legs.
I seem to be obsessing about fitting a lower offset Front end onto this bike.

Cool.
Srinath.