Hello,
Purchased a 1980 CX500D with 38,000 miles last month to convert to a Cafe Racer. Always liked Cafe Racer bikes and after seeing a CX500 Cafe Racer conversion last month, found this project bike in Charlotte NC on the following day for $375. The previous owner started to convert the bike and had it partially disassembled with Cafe style handlebars installed. It had been sitting in his garage for six years since last the last time he took the bike for a ride.
Plans for the bike so far:
Trim original seat pan, apply dense foam, shape foam as a Cafe Racer style and have new seat cover made
Test run engine with new ignitech ignition received last week
Replace exhaust system and rear shocks
Replace timing chain and all associated parts
Rebuild front shocks
Install voltmeter & on/off switch for headlight
Install new front brake master cylinder
Install new brakes front/back
Install new cables
Install new water pump oil seal
Remove engine & paint frame/fenders yellow & black
Install new pod filters and rejet carbs
Install new tires
There are many things to do not mentioned above. Will be taking my time since I have another bike to ride with the good weather finally returning.
Ride mostly in the North Carolina foothills and mountains with some other retired guys.
