Final,
went for a test run last night, did about 70Km and I'll try to describe the type of ride it had with a skinny front 27" wheel and 26" rear wheel.
Firstly, I did not like the rear sprocket ratio, too many revs on no go. Probably OK when running-in a new engine, but it feels it needs a few less teeth.
Handling the bike with the 27" wheel, I guess it's suited for cruzer status and cutting corners is like trying to handle a cadilac, rather than handle like a honda civic. But the lower rear wheel suits me cos I am 5'6'' Tall.
Handle bars will definately get changed to dragster type so it's easier to cruz.
Front mud guard rattles and plenty of wind resistance, but the white color actually gives a classy look on second thoughts. I think I'll extend the front of the guard so the air is not sccooped when riding. It will need the rear mud guard and some extras and this will be a basic bike for now and not too concerned with jazzing it up to make it picture friendly at this stage. Yet it will get more mods such as the chain tensioner,clutch cable mods,electrical as time goes on.
Vibration with the type of front mount is OK, I feel the engine is unbalanced. Something to do on the next engine is to strip it apart and hopefully see if I can get things balanced as best as. At least that what I think it is.
Much vibration at the pedals, have metal pedals.
Rear brakes needs sorting and I will definately install a front disc brake first.
After the test run, I had to break off the clutch handle( cos the handle grip is stuck on hard), the one with lever instead of the pin. The lever type clutch handle is not worth it's salt, it does not deserve any salt for that matter, it's a piece of ****, it does not work right and too awkward to operate.
At the moment the bike is not that much of a show piece to warrant taking pictures, might just keep this thread alive with pics. though from time to time.
It gets me around, will go on the next ride with it, but at cruzin speed. With the 27" front wheel it is not a racer as much as the 26" wheels.
Over all, it's was a good first build expireince and good to be back doing mechanics once again after a 25 year break from the trade. Tools are surface rusted and brought back old memories, also found those tools I had stashed away I could never find. Surface rusted, but usable.
BoltsM.