A soft face hammer is essential if you're going to beat components like that. Well worth the few quid of investment. A top tip on installing fasteners: tighten them immediately. If you don't, you WILL forget and leave something critical undone.
@nitrousninja882 Жыл бұрын
The rebuild is coming along very nicely! I don't know about lowering the big Honda, however. Every bike I've ever ridden that had been lowered had spooky handling. Believe me, the engineers at Honda knew what they were doing when they set the original ride height. Don't try to outsmart them, they had degrees in mechanical engineering and got good grades in college. They wouldn't have been hired by Honda if they hadn't. Best of luck on the conclusion of the Blackbird rebuild project!
@cryptic_badger795 Жыл бұрын
To fit the rear wheel, I firstly use a smaller tube to pass through that gets everything in line and then I push it out using the correct shaft and that allows me to adjust each part slightly as the shaft passes through....makes it much much easier.
@stuartfrancis9182 Жыл бұрын
Get same paddack stands ❤
@benlynch3783 Жыл бұрын
FYI, there is NEVER an occasion when a hammer is required to install an axle/spindle
@stevebandit1964 Жыл бұрын
Reprimanded indeed ! 😊
@postiemania Жыл бұрын
Copper Hammer if you must hammer. I wire brush and metal polish every nut and bolt when I build a bike. Looks great and everything just slides in smoothly.
@bananabrooks3836 Жыл бұрын
"The chain fitting was simple" "Has he bought a chain tool?" "A what?" "What about the linkage bearings?" "The what?" "Does he want Matt, Eggshell, Satin or Gloss?" "Use whats to hand, he doesn't know the difference." "Bearings or spacers?" "Don't worry he doesn't know.....etc" "Why is he lowering the bike" "We dont know he doesn't say, mind you he'll never know the difference!"
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
Who are you having a conversation with?
@bananabrooks3836 Жыл бұрын
@@BikesofRye Soichiro Honda. # "You were only waiting for this moment to arise"
@chrisgoes9610 Жыл бұрын
One of the things I like about this build series is the f*ckups, whenever I do DIY or auto repairs something like you are experiencing always happens. Both entertaining and real. Keep going and soak up the glory on those little wins.
@thomascharnock Жыл бұрын
Mate this bike is going to look and sound absolutley sick when it's finished! You deserve it, after the work you've put in. Smash it mate!
@MotoGoato Жыл бұрын
Well done for saving it from falling ... must of been some straining there!! Please get yourself a nylon or wooden mallet though, much better for beating wheel axles with as they wont damage or mark the ends of the axles 😉
@mark675 Жыл бұрын
..Or knacker the threads which will make getting the nut on impossible 🙈
@dukie1616 Жыл бұрын
Before tightening up those pinch bolts to spec you’ll want to set that front wheel to it’s natural position. Do this by tightening (one) side only of the axle pinch bolts leaving the other side free to move on the axle. Then mount the bike while holding the handlebars give a couple quick compressions of the forks, then tighten to spec. This will (set) the forks so they are parallel which will keep them from binding the wheel on the axle. I just did this with my 890R. Learned it by watching Dave Moss on KZfaq😂 He knows his suspensions. I apologize if you already know about that, just trying to help. I look so forward to your videos, especially this build. Rye this is so awesome! Thank you keep up the great work👏
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
Nice one Dukie 👍🏼
@benrideout9583 Жыл бұрын
What a effort mate, especially on the floor of a driveway! 👏
@rudebwoy8 Жыл бұрын
Keep going Rye, you’re doing really well. It’s fantastic that your being transparent in showing the build warts and all!
@bigjam8429 Жыл бұрын
Well done mate good seeing you tackle and learn about this bike
@howto5368 Жыл бұрын
Well done Rye. It's coming along now. Looking forward to seeing the finished masterpiece
@eldodos83 Жыл бұрын
That's coming together lovely
@zzzpip Жыл бұрын
your representing the majority of bikers out there who have limited mechanical knowledge and a working garage. Good on you for having a go and well done.
@thomascharnock Жыл бұрын
👏 Absolutely agree. Everyone starts somewhere with mechanics on bikes.
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
This is what is all about.... if I can do this anyone can
@3647Edd Жыл бұрын
I picked up a second hand rear axle bolt for my lad’s bike to make the refitting time so much easier and quicker. Pass that bolt through everything, then it’s all lined up then just knock it through with the original one. Job done. Loving the series fella, keep going 👍🍺🤟
@MrScaramoosh Жыл бұрын
Those TITANIUM Ti GR5 FRONT BRAKE DISC ROTOR BOLTS are a one-time-only fit.I just had to remove the front wheel and replace both sides one snapped as reused, and retightened a few times. Looking Good.
@JeremiahHartmanPhotography Жыл бұрын
If you ever end up doing this again.....soaking rusty bolts/parts in white vinegar over night actually works. Never had much luck with coke...but the vinegar works definitely. However....keep in mind if the bolts/parts have any kind of coating (black oxide) it will strip that too, so you'll need to get them re-coated (or use a diy kit). Also....a 2x4 or 4x4 pieces of wood help a lot when using a trolley jack to prevent damage to the oil pan...and stabilize the bike.
@LambChopRides Жыл бұрын
Great efforts Rye 👍 bit different from my setup 😂👍
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
I see your latest upload.... that setup is the dream! I watch with so much envy 🥺🤣
@paulbudford Жыл бұрын
Making good progress. Those suspension units were well worth getting rebuilt.
@michaelfassilis4194 Жыл бұрын
Looking really good! 👍 I'll tell you something about those heavy OEM mufflers.. the weight you're saving by changing them out is going to be missed if you plan on doing any high speed riding.. the engineers at Honda figured out that if they added weight to the rear end and distributed it evenly on both sides it would help to stabilize the entire bike at high speed runs.. and they were correct.. which is also another reason why you won't see a stabilizer up front on the neck.. it didn't need one. Keep those stock mufflers if you have them.. just in case.. you'll see what I mean when you get it on the road.. grab yourself a power commander 3 and k&n air filter to compliment those pipes 👍if you keep them on.
@hbor77 Жыл бұрын
I would stick to the OEM mufflers as I like the entire look of them
@michaelfassilis4194 Жыл бұрын
@@hbor77 no doubt about it they look true to the design of the bike 👍 I always swapped back and forth with mine depending on what kind of riding I was doing.. the stock are dangerously quiet and that's my only complaint about the entire bike.
@hbor77 Жыл бұрын
@@michaelfassilis4194 You can disconnect the cable so the valve is open all the time. It will make some more noise ;)
@michaelfassilis4194 Жыл бұрын
@@hbor77 dude.. when those secondaries kick in and open up the massive amount of intake is so overwhelming that you don't even hear the exhaust!! It's such a unique sound..
@dukie1616 Жыл бұрын
PS great save Rye by keeping that beast from falling over! All of those curls and flys at the gym came clutch😂
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
All those many years in the gym for that moment! The day finally came!
@zook600 Жыл бұрын
Coming along nicely dude 👍
@lovecycling193 Жыл бұрын
That moment you think "Shit it's going" is often the moment that a random muscle in your body decides to let go! Well saved chap! Looking forward to seeing this completed
@craigs3598 Жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to see it finished mate!! It looking very fresh! 🏍️💨
@tommykarate6226 Жыл бұрын
You can't beat the feeling of a job well done , it's going to be great when you finish it , love your dog as well....cute 😀👍
@MrHewy78 Жыл бұрын
Great job, 👍
@jaymotorwala6483 Жыл бұрын
Really enjoying watching the rebuild...Great content. Keep going and can't wait to see it all peice together
@Pat14922 Жыл бұрын
Good progress. Nice to see things moving forward.
@pauldavies5966 Жыл бұрын
Good work mate ,
@cp4512 Жыл бұрын
The bike is starting to take shape. You’re doing great 👍
@Yellowsnakedesigns Жыл бұрын
Nice progression mate! Good to see you enjoying it still 🤙🏻
@browser87 Жыл бұрын
Pleased to see your progress with the Blackbird. I have a 1999 model, same colour. A worthy project indeed! Well done so far 👏
@Leanintosteer Жыл бұрын
Fair Play Rye, I am looking forward to seeing your choices with what you do with the fairing I think it would be great to see this all in black. I service and maintain my Gsxr6 myself and its nice to see someone with no mechanical knowledge having a go and learning on the job. Looking forward to seeing it finished!
@iainatkinson9239 Жыл бұрын
Looking excellent what a great effort hope she is going to be a keeper
@californiapoontappa Жыл бұрын
What's your reasoning for lowering the bike?
@superblackbirdrider Жыл бұрын
It makes the bike turn in a lot easier. I think a 15mm drop is a bit extreme. Dropped mine 5mm and it made a hell of a difference in how quickly the "Bird" drops into a corner. I also added a 10mm spacer on top of the rear shock. Taking 15mm off the front and lowering the rear suspension is going to give him issues with ground clearance.
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
I haven't lowered to improve handling... the end goal with this bike is to look stealthy and sleek and ultimately be a straight line rocket ship
@californiapoontappa Жыл бұрын
@@BikesofRye cool man good luck on build
@andrewhartzell4792 Жыл бұрын
I'm picking up a project Blackbird in two days. You're videos are helpful.
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
Watch me to see what not to do 🤣
@Tinazzzz Жыл бұрын
Love seeing the progress mate! Keep up these types of videos! Love it!!!
@WysekPL Жыл бұрын
Verry nice. Every time better and better :) Good Job m8
@thedriverofallthings Жыл бұрын
Another great upload. Those cans are not on properly, I had the same problem with my last blackbird. I left them in the end and gave up but you should persevere, cover the parts that could scratch with masking tape while adjusting the cans and link pipes. A few tips, never pry on brake pads with a screw driver, never use a metal hammer on axles.hope this helps
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
To be honest I did think they were not 100%
@Vanalleswa Жыл бұрын
It's awesome to see how you give this incredible bike so much love. I own the exact same model and color. It needs some work too, but it's well worth it! Can't wait to see the rest of your progress!!
@danielbroom9768 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant vid 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🏍🏍
@martincoutts6747 Жыл бұрын
Great progress. Well done
@petethemod1 Жыл бұрын
She is really starting to look the part now .I bought a 2000 Blackbird myself at roughly the same time as you. Mine on the whole is a very clean and tidy, having done 24000 miles. But i am taking notes from your rebuild for future reference. Love the Black widows...
@SaintEve1105 Жыл бұрын
Bro, I have those angled valves on my ZX14R. I swear it's my favorite mod on the bike 😂 Everything looks awesome, great work and best of luck
@jonhird3189 Жыл бұрын
Good progress 👏 that bike is gonna sound amazing 👏
@reaver69 Жыл бұрын
Props bud, love the way this is a driveway build 😎
@Abogado-Del-Diablo Жыл бұрын
Please bare in mind that if you apply any sort of lubricant to the bolts your torque settings are going to be incorrect all torque settings are dry they will be under there are numerous resources online giving wet torque settings enjoying watching you have a go it’s very addictive isn’t it! I’ve been working on bike for over 40 years😅😅😅
@sabref4i290 Жыл бұрын
Great save! Keep up the great work
@stephenlatchford9850 Жыл бұрын
If you want to strip rust off anything, submerge them in harpic power plus. It contains hydrochloric acid and I use it all the time now on my restoration projects. You will of course have to replate or paint your parts afterwards. Also cleans off tarnish on stainless steel header pipes when used with a brush. Great videos mate.
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
Few have mentioned Harpic I am tempted to try this!
@cecilwilson5442 Жыл бұрын
Buy an abba stand and the fitting kit for the Honda and the BMW you own my wife bought mine,, brilliant for my k6gsxr and the sv1000 I just bought,,, from northern Ireland ☘️😲☘️☘️😃 enjoy your series of videos on this project
@iantcroft Жыл бұрын
To fit the rear wheel use a long but thin piece of wood wide enough to put the wheel on then use another piece of wood to put under the thin piece of wood at the front to make a little ramp for the wheel to go up, it’s much easier. If no wood to hand, just sit behind the rear wheel then wrap your legs round the front of the wheel and push the wheel forward so it goes on the heals of your shoes, with the chain on your ankles/heels support the wheel well. Changed hundreds hundreds of tyres removing the wheel using both these methods. If you need any advice get in contact.
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
Thanks will try using my foot as leverage in the future
@oliver90owner Жыл бұрын
Just a tip. Never, never use a steel hammer on steel parts - unless you intend damaging them. Always use a softer mallet to do the job - that way the mallet takes any damage instead of the machine part.
@raythorpe4838 Жыл бұрын
I love the series, pal. Keep up the good work👌💪🏍
@ernieschatz3783 Жыл бұрын
That was my my first large displacement bike. It was hard to find aftermarket parts when it was new much less now.
@marklapirow5473 Жыл бұрын
It is really worth building a wooden stand to support the motor where you had the jack. You can also add to its stability using ratchet straps. It is better than dropping the thing. On my oil head BMW, it had threaded bosses underneath which allowed the stand to be firmly attached. Next time1
@ameet7749 Жыл бұрын
Wowww wowwwwww wowwwww finally 🇳🇵🇳🇵
@nickmitton7350 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant job buddy. So much satisfaction doing it yourself as well. Cant wait for first start up. 😎👍🏍
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
Let's hope it starts!! 🙏🏼
@bowches Жыл бұрын
Very interesting
@grahammorris738 Жыл бұрын
Looking awesome 👏
@michaelmclarney1994 Жыл бұрын
Great upload, keep going as it will be worth it in the end and I'm sure ma y of us are enjoying following your journey. If you would like a piece of advice from an older bloke; when in a position such as doing the front wheel up with everything balanced so precariously, assemble everything finger tight, then get the front wheel on tbe ground before final tightening so the bike is stable and no risk of it falling over when torquing up the front wheel. As you go on in the future, think about adding a front paddock stand that lifts from the bottom fork yolk, and other equipment to make life safer and easier. It's very expensive to go and buy all at once so I have purchased things in advance, in readiness of needing them. Birthdays and Christmas have always provided much needed tools or money towards larger, more expensive items. If you live in or near Worcester let me know as I will be upgrading my rear paddock stand soon and you are welcome to my old one.
@alexandersmith1751 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic content, keep smashing it. love watching this series!
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
Thanks! Appreciate your support and glad to have you
@steviejinx1225 Жыл бұрын
Loving the videos and I hear ya buddy. I was fitting the new headers the other day wondering how u were getting on. Looking good.
@djbennyc3382 Жыл бұрын
Man i I felt that at 5.30
@getupandgo764 Жыл бұрын
Great job and quality video. Well done.
@todthehero Жыл бұрын
Leave the bolts in a tub full of vinegar, then give them a rub with scotch pad. Comes up like new 👌👍
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
Yeah heard about vinegar too... might try this or as others mentioned harpic
@samjoentess9168 Жыл бұрын
This is just great.Just enough essential tools and knowledge. Keep up the good work your a Star 👍 Got the Yam to watch as well 🥸
@roweyd89 Жыл бұрын
Did well to hold the bike up 👍
@gdfggggg Жыл бұрын
Fair play my old son. The little tricks you learn on this beauty will make the next one much easier 😅 Good on you for having a go.
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
I might just have another project already... so I will see what I have learnt by then!
@gdfggggg Жыл бұрын
@@BikesofRye steady on, steady on 😁.
@michaelp761 Жыл бұрын
Just check your front wheel is the correct way round/ discs/ tyre as it looks not to be . Great video!👍
@devilsreject320 Жыл бұрын
Looks ok but there's arrow on side of tyre to check.
@chrispeart1067 Жыл бұрын
Nice 👍
@keepitwheelz1983 Жыл бұрын
Loving this!! Amazing as usual 😜
@bikegeist Жыл бұрын
Holy carp, 200+ comments! That's a hit, folks. I'm still enjoying the updates on this.
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
Glad to have you always
@andyrowan6992 Жыл бұрын
Legend 💪🏼 keep going, awesome job
@deepestandy Жыл бұрын
Good job you’re a unit 😂. Nice work pal.
@barrythomas1616 Жыл бұрын
Try using a softer mallet with a Copper and hide end ( stops damaging any of the tubes ,shafts etc)
@ballerblocks Жыл бұрын
To remove rust you will need baking soda and strong white vinegar from a polish shop. The mixture will foam up a bit initially but will calm down
@RsiX_soundsUK Жыл бұрын
Ive got a 2001 r6 which i love ... but i want a super blackbird aswell . Pics and vids do no justice , they look so nice irl and with a good exhuast sound incredible . Hope your bike turns out well mate 👍
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
I agree I do think the bike looks better in person. maybe not mine though.....yet 😇
@nicnak4475 Жыл бұрын
Well done mate, keep at it ! 👍
@stevebandit1964 Жыл бұрын
Great job so far fella, it's all a learning curve, but you'll get so much satisfaction when it's complete .. 👍
@iandunipace Жыл бұрын
you looked exhausted after fitting it. see what i done there. it is coming on well. well done.👍
@DanMaintenance-fr6xe Жыл бұрын
Hi mate great video, if I could drop any tips to help first I'd say is to put some different discs on the front , ebc etc. Also invest in a 3/8 and 1/4 torque wrench. Be very careful spraying all bolts in copper grease it will not give true torque readings and most bolts won't need it. Great video all the best
@andrewturner864 Жыл бұрын
Get yourself an abba stand with superbike lift while working on the bike makes it so much easier . They are easy to get second hand and give you great access to work on the bike . I'm curious to why lower the front and the back as ground clearance could be an issue. Also lowering the front and putting a shim above the rear shock improves the handling technically rasing the rear. I'm not sure what direction your going for but the bikes have been around for 27years and the info is all on groups on Facebook . Good luck in your project 🍀but some of us long-term modders have tried and tested most possibilities.
@azzman4516 Жыл бұрын
Best advice on the entire thread imho regarding an ABBA stand. Worth their weight in gold!
@Maid-Core Жыл бұрын
just a head's up that chain is rusty as hell you should get a new one if you dont want it to snap also use heavy duty grease for axles it will make it way more easy to fit and remove
@dave8204 Жыл бұрын
It looked suspiciously shinier after the rear end was "Gunked" as well, that stuff should be kept well away from a chain.
@TheSweetasanut Жыл бұрын
That dog was so cute
@MrSimplesimon007 Жыл бұрын
Coming along nicely, you can put hours and hours in and think, it doesn't look much different, then it starts to look the part, like when I modified my bike, good job, I'd use new bolts on everything if you can buddy, looking forward to the next video 👍
@daddy5225 Жыл бұрын
I think you may have an issue with the fairing (belly pan) bottoming out on speed bumps with your lowering kit now fitted if you're not careful..! That is unless your just using it for 1/4 mile drag racing 👌
@georgeday5901 Жыл бұрын
On exhaust system ie headers I try and use brass or copper nuts like they use on cars incase you have to take it apart at a later date
@MrH250 Жыл бұрын
Not sure why you are lowering the back. By lowering both ends you are gonna effect ground clearance. Just make sure everything clears under max compression. Including the down pipes.
@superblackbirdrider Жыл бұрын
Even with mine raised on the back 10mm and a 5mm drop of the front forks I had problems with the lower fairing scraping the ground. He will have real issues with ground clearance with this setup . It's all a learning process.
@2LXCKYY Жыл бұрын
Put the bolts etc in a bowl of Harpic Power 10 mate, removes rust so easily, just heavily wash them afterwards to avoid them going brown
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
I have heard about harpic I reckon I am going to give this a go
@gregrsvr3947 Жыл бұрын
Lowering the bike is a VERY bad idea, why are you doing it ? It will be almost impossible to get it onto the centre stand and will ruin the handling and ground clearance, the common mod is to place a couple of washers between the top shock mount and the frame which will make the steering a bit quicker and also makes it very easy to place on the centre stand, another good mod is to fit the bars from the V-Tech VFR, more comfortable and look factory fitted.
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
It does go on the centre stand but honestly I am likely going to remove the centre stand to reduce weight
@dave8204 Жыл бұрын
@@BikesofRye You might need to take a bit off of your sidestand as well ,hard to tell until you use it but that kind amount of lowering the bike will probably "stand up" on the stand ,or at least be a lot more upright and less stable.
@billf1305 Жыл бұрын
excellent keep going. Job satisfaction is a wonderful feeling.👍
@MindfulMotorcyclist Жыл бұрын
Loved this one, great video bud...
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
Appreciate that cheers
@ianwelch484 Жыл бұрын
The bird is coming back together nicely. Personally I would like to see if the engine would run before spending loads of money. And get your self a floor Matt to. I wish you the very best mate.
@BikesofRye Жыл бұрын
Well I am hoping it runs!! We will find out soon 😅
@NWSTRX850 Жыл бұрын
Think you’re a good job considering. Rubber mallet is better for smacking spindles as threads can get damaged
@AuProspecting-Scotland Жыл бұрын
it's looking good.
@charlottegrieff662 Жыл бұрын
Hat's off to you for having a go and succeeding! I've just (today) removed the front wheel on my big Z with the aim to have it repainted. I've stripped it down and I'm just researching how to remove the bearings. Then I'll get on to the rear wheel. They'll be going to BA wheels in Norwich. I'll be going for the same gold but, in a smooth gloss finish. They'll look trick when done 😀 Perhaps, I should have made a video of it for KZfaq..? 🤔 Perhaps you should invest in a headstock stand and a rear paddock stand? I took delivery of my headstock today and the bike is secure on it with full access to all the bits I want to get to. I'll also aim to service the suspension.
@NWSTRX850 Жыл бұрын
Easier to get the rear wheel in if you take the calliper off
@nickclarkuk Жыл бұрын
Loving this rebuild ! The Matt Armstrong of the bike world ? 😂