Saturday, 25 March 2017

Almost done!

Just waiting on a new set of rims for my latest bike just in time for the summer.
Slightly different than before using a seat suitable for a pillion and retaining rear footrests, nice bright day running led front light along with complete set of indicators for more convenience.
Took it out yesterday for a shakedown and covered 40 miles smiling all the way, had almost forgotten how much fun these bikes are ☺
More pics of finished bike to follow.














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  1. Unknown26 March 2017 at 07:50

    hi andrew, having been inspired like so many others by your projects i picked up a dommie a couple of weeks ago, i have many questions but just for starters the tailpipes, you say you've used crf 250 silencers yet yours seem to be an oval shape where as all the ones i am finding (ebay) are much squarer and longer, any hints?? and have you made the joining pipes yourself? Got a nice acewell digi dash yesterday at an autojumble, get in!!
    regards darren

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  2. backtracker26 March 2017 at 19:34

    Hi Darren, the pipes you need are from the earlier crf250, around 2005/6 I think.
    The original dominator pipes from the clamps are used to connect with the crf250 connector pipes, with a little fettling of course.
    Hope this helps, good luck with your build.

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  3. Unknown27 March 2017 at 20:14

    thanks andrew, there doesn't seem to be as many of those about, bloody loads of the later type on thebay and only one pair of the earlier shape (probably your fault, lol!) have you by any chance tried the later ones?? looks like they'll need shortening for starters...

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    1. backtracker2 April 2017 at 08:15

      I have a set of the later style silencers and they are a lot bigger so I wouldn't bother.

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    2. Unknown2 April 2017 at 15:03

      just found a picture of one with the later silencers on, awful "its a NO from me"!!

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  4. Unknown1 April 2017 at 20:06

    hi andrew, any chance of letting me have some basic dimensions of those early silencers, i am looking at some chinese mini/pit bike silencers on the bay, any help is much appreciated.
    I've just seen your latest on ebay, reasonably priced too!!

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    1. backtracker2 April 2017 at 08:18

      Yes sure length - 360mm, height -140mm (including the mount)
      Hope this helps.

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  5. Unknown1 April 2017 at 20:07

    what do you reckon?? http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/38-51mm-Motorcycle-Carbon-Fiber-Exhaust-Muffler-Pipe-With-Removable-Silencer-/282321328704?var=&hash=item41bba99a40:m:mYyIFJcliBW-_vXO_TA0JaA

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    1. backtracker2 April 2017 at 08:19

      They look really good, not sure what sort of quality to expect but they're a good price.

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  6. Unknown2 April 2017 at 14:29

    Not sure how much silencing they'll do either!!

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  7. bramscher2 April 2017 at 23:14

    Hello Andrew - awesome work, Are any of the bikes available and for sale? Thank you! cab at brammo dot com

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  8. backtracker3 April 2017 at 08:25

    Hi Craig, the latest bike is still here but I have taken a deposit on it.
    As yet the guy hasn't been in touch so will definitely let you know if sale doesn't through.
    Many thanks.

    http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/122420284831?ssPageName=STRK:MESELX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1555.l2649

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  9. bramscher3 April 2017 at 15:15

    Thank you - will send you information through ebay classifieds just in case.

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  10. bramscher3 April 2017 at 23:50

    http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/262896709689 Is this someone scamming from the images or is this awescome bike being resold?

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    1. backtracker4 April 2017 at 18:20

      Yeah one of mine and my pics, my favorite out of all the builds.
      Price higher than I sold for.

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    2. bramscher4 April 2017 at 18:53

      That is definitely my favorite in top 2 of yours. I loved the kids bike along side it. I have 3 boys, all CRF's at the moment.

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  11. Unknown6 April 2017 at 09:02

    hi andrew, on your white dommie with the gold wheels you seem to have used a small rear mudgaurd incoporating a light unit, can you remember where this originated, thanks in advance.

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    1. backtracker6 April 2017 at 09:22

      Hi, yes all the rear seat units you see on the bikes were handmade using a combination of sheet metal and body filler.
      If you look at the "how to guide" on the other section of the blog you can get a better description.
      Cheers.

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  12. Unknown5 May 2017 at 22:09

    Hi andrew,new to this blogger but have been inspired by the gorgeous work you do on these 650's,i have a cafe racer i built but am desperate to do a nx650 scrambler,i am currently on the look out for one so as soon as i have have one in my oil stained hands i would like to get advice and hints and tips etc,as im sure you are asked questions quite alot,would be appreciated greatly

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    1. backtracker18 May 2017 at 08:17

      Hi Darren appreciate the kind words,
      Please feel free to contact me if you think I can help out.
      Good luck with your build.

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    2. Unknown23 June 2017 at 16:15

      Hi Andrew, I'm writing to you from France, I'm a big fan of your modifications, you're inspriring my personal project, I was wondering how you managed to attach the lateral elsinore plastic fairings on each side? I don't find any durable / aesthetic solution.
      Thank for your answer!! :)
      Camille

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    3. backtracker24 June 2017 at 09:57

      Hi, appreciate the comments, the side panels are held in at the top where they meet the seat base and one "DUZIT" faster in the center of the oval area.
      Many thanks and good luck with your build.

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    4. Unknown24 June 2017 at 21:50

      Thank you very much for your time. By any chance do you have any pictures of the mount (ferrycamille@hotmail.fr)
      Thank you

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  13. Unknown2 October 2017 at 19:55

    Hi Andrew, another fantastic looking bike. Have you used an off the shelf seat on this or have you made it? If so do you have any pictures of the process?

    I bought a BB domi over 4 years ago while I was at uni after being inspired by one of your builds. I have been working on it on and off and I'm very close to getting it finished now. It's taken ages but I have graduated, bought a house and got married in that time lol.

    I've gone for more of a 60s desert sled look. Have you got plans to do more?

    Thanks

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    1. backtracker5 October 2017 at 05:30

      Hi jim appreciate the comments, the seat on this one was from ebay, listed as a seat for a Honda cg125.
      Pretty good quality and a good price.
      Would be good to see pics of your bike.
      Many thanks.

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    2. Elias8 March 2018 at 15:07

      Hi,
      I absolutely love your build! Noticing that you used a CG 125 fuel tank, I would like to ask where you hid the electronical parts such as wiring and switches. Due to beginning a Scrambler project too I hope you don't mind giving me some advice. Have you switched the mono shock? How did you fit the fuel tank?

      I'm looking forward to hearing from you.
      Many greeting:

      Elias Schmidt, Germany
      Elias15es@googlemail.com

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  14. Fredrik7 October 2017 at 13:52

    Hello Backtracker
    Love your builds!

    Is it possbile to use a NX650 back rim in front with the original hub? What size will the spokes be? Also, I have heard that fitting a back tyre in the front may be bad? Is that so? TKCs are not avaliable in 17 front...

    Thanks!

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  15. Unknown6 January 2018 at 17:06

    Hey Andrew, where did you install all the electronic (CDI, etc...) ? I guess everything is under the seat do you have any picture of your installation there? I'm having a headache trying to put everything together... Thanks a lot

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  16. Elias8 March 2018 at 15:06

    Hi,
    I absolutely love your build! Noticing that you used a CG 125 fuel tank, I would like to ask where you hid the electronical parts such as wiring and switches. Due to beginning a Scrambler project too I hope you don't mind giving me some advice. Have you switched the mono shock? How did you fit the fuel tank?

    I'm looking forward to hearing from you.
    Many greeting:

    Elias Schmidt, Germany
    Elias15es@googlemail.com

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