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    So it begins, my first ever custom build

    So I was waiting on some parts from various parts of the world and finally got my gasket set in. Looking through the forum and since my title says 1982, I figured that I had the DOHC variety of this bike. My spare engine that I have starts with the 14v which according to sources say that I'm...
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    So it begins, my first ever custom build

    Just a few updates. Engine still isn't running. Tried putting fuel directly into the cylinder and on the spark plugs. Something made a nice explosion noise when I kicked it but nothing exciting happened. Decided that I'm just going to strip it down and see if I can get the engine running...
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    So it begins, my first ever custom build

    Got my package from over the pond: Also got to work on removing the old headlight bucket. Never realized how many wires were inside that thing. Got the carbs put back together after cleaning and put them back on the bike. Tried to start it and I've got nothing. My starter is not working...
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    So it begins, my first ever custom build

    Got a couple new things in the mail today: I also got around to taking my carbs apart and started to clean them in a lemon juice solution. Looks like some yummy soup to me
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    So it begins, my first ever custom build

    Originally I was going to try and avoid doing a cafe build and go with a scrambler/enduro option but after much turmoil I decided that the cafe option was what called to me the most. I stumbled upon sandrew's build and found a lot of inspiration in that. I'm also a huge fan of retro meets...
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    So it begins, my first ever custom build

    Hey all, before I get started with this build I just wanted to give you a brief history of myself and motorcycles. I've always rode snowmobiles and atvs but never anything with two wheels. So back in my freshman year of college I started looking into the world of motorcycles. My mom (like...
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