Welcome to Blackjack's. This is where I generate content that's mostly custom motorcycle based, or to put it another way I'm ruining perfectly good motorcycles as my Dad likes to call it. I'm going to be building things, I'll be doing some "how-to's", I'll be looking at some tools, and from time to time (once the sun's out and lockdown is over) maybe even a few bike videos.
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Could you do that chat about how the wiring diagram is simple when you think of it as a series of simple diagrams overlaying each other? The way you battered into my Northern Turnip lol
I got a black wire that come of the starter when key is turned on it is hot do i need to run it to the copper side of me 30 amp breaker thats were i have my rectifier going to anything info would help
The 30 amp breaker has the output from the regulator (red) and a wire to the ignition switch (also red) on one side, the black wire from the starter goes to the other terminal according to the diagrams I've looked at. You said the black wire from the starter is hot with the ignition on? Should be hot all the time since it's what actually sends power to the ignition switch???
What if my igniter is not grounded? What are the symptoms? I have fzr 1000, I thought to replace cdi, it misfires, running really bad, not driveable. And do I need resistor assy on wire harness or this is all about other electronic installation like lights etc.? cause this engine is on the buggy, so I didnt put resistor back. Now Im in trouble and searching for a clue to get it running
Never wired an FZR100, so I'm guessing here, but if it runs, chances are it's not the Igniter Box, maybe a bad connection? If you have a diagram, my e-mail is on here, I can have a look at it, but no promises...
Ahh... that's a project bike. Just got an FZR1000 EXUP rear wheel for it with a 5.5 rim. and there's a frame in the offing too. Just don't hold your breath. :-)
@@BuiltatBlackjacks very nice mine has been stuck on the lift as well haven’t even gotten to ride it yet it’s been a couple years but hopefully sooner than later we will both have them on the road tearing up :) , does the fzr wheel require any modifications to the swingarm to work? Seems like something i may be interested in doing in the future maybe you can make a video on here about it 😁
@Mystic-p1mp I'm told the wheel will fit the stock frame without too much hassle. The FJ owners club (UK) had an article on fitting one. I'm not too concerned because I'm using a different frame. instagram.com/p/B3w0-h0BpOS/?igsh=a3o3ZWI1cWIycGp0 😁
Because basically I have some health issues, and I make these kind of videos when I'm having a bad day. I can write the script and get the AI to "read" it in less time than it takes me to make a decent recording of the first paragraph between the coughing and the brain fog.
In my experience, nine times out of ten with CV carbs you don't need to re-jet the carbs. Usually it's down to incorrect valve clearances, poorly balanced carbs, or the pod filters blocking an airway, very often, that last one, hence the idea that you can add some PVC pipe between the carb and the filter to "fix" it. CV carbs adjust their own slide position based on how much air is flowing through the carb. More airflow, slide opens further, mixture is richer. If its something with heavy emissions crap, or induction silencing maybe then, but always check the other stuff first. Slide carbs, normally you're not flowing that much more air, and the airflow is limited by the size of the carb, so adjust the idle air/fuel screw for a little more fuel, and raise the needle a notch if it needs it. But again, before messing with it check and adjust valve clearances, carb balance and idle settings. I'll add a video to the list though, good idea. :-)
Not if the majority of your audience is American. This is the world stage. Not the frozen North where you have to put ferrets down your trousers for warmth...
I've recently lost everything in my life.And all I have is this old Kawasaki.And motivation to get to work and I am rewiring it from scratch and having one hell of a time, I can't get any assistance and all I have.Is this RU-vid video Wish me luck.
The first two and half minutes are spent on FAQ's about making things that people have had in the past. Since its a CB750 you cant really reuse the headstock, you don't need to get axle plates laser cut, and the easiest way to keep seat rails lined up is to build them as a sub assembly with the top tube on the bench.
That's great. Consider doing one about half wave 4 pin reg/recs? That's the one bit different on some pit bikes, and bikes with Chinese pit engines (lifan/cub). There's not 3 yellow wires coming from an alternator, but one yellow and one white to get your 12v from. I THINK I've got it sussed now, but if I had a how to vid like that, it would have made things a lot easier.
There are a few differences, and even here this video skips lightly over the ignition system. The combinations of what you might have are vast, did you know the early CX500 has the same sort of self powered ignition set up as pit bikes etc?
For the first time ever, RU-vid recommended something good. Bristol Blackjack/Mr. Bridges? Real world sensible, safe, engineering-based chopping rather than"works of art" built out of conduit. Good work.
@roxe104 I don't keep the measurements for a frame. Every one I make is different. They probably look similar, but they're not. Which frame were you thinking about? There are a few in the video...
This happens all too often. There's a RU-vidr who had it happen to him recently and almost went blind. Not even using a safety guard either. You get what you ask for sometimes lol
The point here is that using a cutting disc on a factory motorcycle frame is a dumb idea. Relying on a guard, pair of gloves, whatever isn't going to stop it from happening. What would stop it from happening is using a hacksaw, because every time you pick a grinder up, you're asking for trouble...
72 is an awful lot of stitches? Fwiw I've seen a guy narrowly miss cutting open his jugular in a similar event and he was wearing a full face mask. Do you wear leg protection if you're using a cutting disc? Cause your femoral artery can just as easily get severed as your face can get 72 stitches. My point here was if you don't need to use one, don't. and mostly you don't need to use one.
@BuiltatBlackjacks I get it. He was cutting through a weld at ground level, lying down. A base plate from a vertical beam. Grinder bucked ( like yours did ) and cut through cheek, nostril, teeth, gums, chin and then across his forearm. My point is there really is no excuse to not wear PPE or to not have a guard on your grinder. I've been doing this 37 years and your BSing yourself. Plus where i am it's actually illegal now. Cheers! Stay safe. 🍻✌️
No, guards are more trouble than they're worth for me, often making it impossible to get the disc anywhere near the work and providing some where for the disc to jam things.
This was strictly wiring the ignition system so it could be fired up because we were selling it, and stuff sells better if people know it runs. Is your XS400 points ignition? you'll need a charging circuit if you're planning on riding it anywhere, I think the XS400 used a combined regulator rectifier rather than separate boxes, but either way you can buy a combined reg/rec that'll work quite happily. Thin you might be better off with this video though... ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-gsC8dIC46r8.htmlsi=mfoddrkcIlkexPfJ
Mostly I'm talking about wiring chops etc. where you're starting from scratch more or less. If it all works but just looks bad, might be better just to cut the old wrap off and rewrap it with looming tape? Certainly easier. :-)
It's based on the plans from the Garage section of Hondachopper.com, and those were drawn up from measuring a 70's aftermarket frame. If I recall correctly Amen frames had a shaped plate for the rear motor mounts? This has a bolt in upper rear mount, so I'd say no. Think it might have been a D&D?
