Recent content by JimmyDeanSausageSandwich

I've seen a few bobbers with the airboxes taken out and the electrical moved so that the spot in the frame where the airbox sets is all empty and clean lookin. I'm assuming that it would run fine with maybe an adjustment to the carbs so it doesnt run lean with the airbox off? What do ya think?

I bought a Honda CX500 and the heads were off when I got it Are they side specific and if they are is there a way to determine which is the left head and which is the right head? Also, when putting the heads back on is it a good idea to smear some oil on the head gasket before bolting the heads...

I want to clear out the area where my airbox is so its clean and you can see through it so to do this Ill have to move the battery. I was thinking I could move it under the seat but I'd need a smaller battery than the one I have. So just wondering how small of a battery I'd be able to go with...

...well....carbs in general? Im looking for carbs for my 79 Honda CX500. I've got a couple of possibilitys but I dont want to make a purchase unless I know what Im buying is going to work. What are some things to look for when buying carbs other than things like broken pieces, missing pieces...

I just bought a 1979 Honda CX500 for a good price but it doesnt have a carburetor. I found a carb locally thats like brand new and its a good price but its off of a 1982 Honda CX500 so before I buy it I was just wanted to make sure itll fit.

Im really into the custom Bobber motorcycles and am interested in building one of my own. I currently have a CBR 900rr, and have had a few motorcycles in the past so I'm not new to riding. I've got a strong background in the automotive industry so I know my way around tools and engines and...