redwingedblackbird

haha.... yea I'm the whitebird owner... again (thanks to swampnut) Had a new set of tires put on and shop mentioned that rotors and pads should be checked into... Bike is still in AZ at my bud's place, so I haven't personally pulled the calipers to check the pads and haven't measured the rotor thickness/runout I don't know if you swapped in new pads or not Heading out to AZ late this month and will inspect... if you happen to have a new set of pads let me know Thanks yall... RedWings

Seems that it's time to replace the rotors and pads What's the general recommendation on these items for street and spirited canyon runs? No track days in the future... mostly casual rides with some fun corners System is de-linked if that info is relevant thanks

Bike SOLD to Superhawk996 via Swampnut He picked it up last night and rode off into the night...

Sure.. I'll just duct tape this governor to the front cowl. *cringe*

- Gave her a wash and wax and took a few pictures to show the powder-coated rims, double bubble, custom seat, etc

Dibs is dibs... maybe you should have offered me a large bribe to skip the line (JK)

Traffic ahead did have a tendency to move a lane over quite often...

I believe I did. - Boats, cars, bikes, guns, chicks, going fast..... and bargains ! Sold to superhawk996

correction : the tank was never damaged just re-painted and the trailer is a 6.5' x 10' bed not a 16' bed (thats my old one and my memory sucks)

$2000 or best offer Located in Phoenix, AZ Clear title 48,500 miles Custom balloon white pearl paint (Lamborghini paint code) Outer "hoop" of wheels powder coated white (will update pics) - mods: <500 mile on new pair of Pilot Pro 3 tires VFR bars Penske rear shock with remote reservoir Racetech 1k springs in front on fresh oil/seals linked brake deleted with stainless lines EBC pads new OEM bearings and cush rubber in wheels fresh sprockets and chain custom covered stock seat with gel insert, real nice work aftermarket windscreen, its the good one with light smoke clear turn lenses buell peg mod johnXX frame plugs - The right OEM exhaust can has abrasion on the leading edge I dropped it at 5mph into pea gravel (yea that sucked) repaired the plastics and tank and decided on a custom paint scheme had the wheel hoops powder coated white no stickers or decals rear wheel has some scratches in the powder coat - She's been a fine bird and I have taken good care of her Don't have time to ride anymore and she's ready for a new home - I can add a 16' steel trailer with a pair of nice pivoting wheel chocks for $500 if you want to tow it home Don't need it anymore... could use new planking, its a good value at that price - not interested in parting the bike out

Thinking about picking up a set of Two Bros carbon black cans for weight and appearance do I need a Power Commander III ? Bird is a 2001 Fuel Injected - Am I insane to throw another $750 at the bike ? Anyone actually running this setup ?

the setup uses HEL stainless braided lines, brand new fluid, a full caliper flush, and new EBC HH pads the lever feel is much stiffer on both the front and rear as expected the braking feedback at hand and foot is really nice, linked didn't give this accurate tactile feedback I'd say they are "touchy" now, and buddy that rode it also mentioned that they are "instant" It isn't all that accurate to make a comparison to my old pads, fluid, various valves, lines, etc my linked brakes always had a soft feel to them, even after a full bleed and new pads I really like the new setup and looking forward to trying it out with fresh tires One thing occurred to me, there are less parts that can fail, and that's a good thing Been riding around re-learning my Bird from a braking perspective... timing, front/rear balance, approach speed, etc I can confirm that it REALLY stops from 100MPH, did a little test and yea.. they work real good

Note: Everything worked fine prior to removal from my 2001 bird

I just delinked my brakes and very happy with the results. Have everything removed from the bird, the metal pipes were cut during removal so those are in the trash Everything else is in a trash bag to contain leakage and is sitting under my workbench Anyone want the removed parts, send me an IM with your address and I'll let you know the shipping cost Dibs is respected, so call it if you want it Cheers

So the table saw is equivalent to two refrigerators, one stove, a curling iron, and a blender makes perfect sense now :icon_shifty:

After spending a few hours draining brake fluid and removing all linked brake parts. Installed new HEL lines from JAWS kit, bled with assistance from mechanic buddy with suction bleeder tool thing drilled out the center of bleeder nipples per JAWS instructions (which means I'm only using the outer two pistons on each caliper) Figured I would give the 4 piston setup up front a go and if I want to change it up later to include the center pistons, just have to replace two bleeder nipples and drill two holes per the link in post above Remarkable difference in stopping performance and I'm really liking the de-linked version of my bird Next up, a new set of EBC HH pads (have EBC HH now but they are worn low) and she'll be set for a long time. Nice bonus, the right fork leg now has a free fixture point to attach lights, machine gun, laserjammers, flir pod, Go Pro, etc Also installed an HEL clutch line and replaced fluid and bled it so the clutch is great too

Thanks for the replies, I bought the Jaws kit and going to attempt that this weekend. If anyone has any experience with this kit, your feedback is much appreciated Cheers !

Very tempting... I have already bought two 2001 Candy Glory XX, sold one to a guy in Calgary with less miles for ~$6000 a few years ago Any chance the owner will move closer to $6000 ? Assuming its mint with zero mods or scratches anywhere, right?

I'm buying it. Sent you a PM

Howdy ya'll yup, still have the bird Really wanting to de-link the brakes and hoping someone in AZ has been to that dance before Obviously, want to do this correctly since stopping comes in real handy Have read a lot of confusing links tonight and not sure which path to follow Good buddy is an excellent local motorcycle mechanic, looking for prior experience/coaching through this mod will buy beers as needed : )

Does he have a posted ad somewhere ?

SOLD ! Buying this shock from Hank.SD Thanks all

I just ran across a new one on Ebay the other day. Do a search for Honda Blackbird and it should still be there if no one bought it. It was full priced though (worth it). Thanks, don't feel like paying $1100 for a shock, rather rebuild a used one

WTB - Penske or Ohlins rear shock Anyone looking to part with one?

WTB an OEM front cowl and OEM lower left plastic - any color, scratched okay... cracked not okay shipped to 85044 thanks -redwingedblackbird