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Co1



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Cafe Racer build
I’m looking at starting a build and could do with inspiration and a bit of guidance. Had a bit of a google but can’t find much, is anyone aware of any forums or resources that would be worth checking out?
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discomog



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Cafe Racer Forum. Don't know if this will be useful for you but you can check it out if not already done so.

https://www.caferacer.net/ Defender 90XS SW
Mini Countryman Cooper S
Morgan Plus 8
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Co1



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Cheers discomog, god knows how I couldn’t find that!!
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Maybe not quite a cafe racer, but some lovely touches and it inspires me Thumbs Up
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Nice suspension upgrades Thumbs Up
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You learn something everyday! I've never heard of a cafe racer before! Embarassed James
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andydef90



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we used to go to squires local biker bar some lovely café racers some from the 50s Smile
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shropshiredefender



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JOW240725 wrote:
You learn something everyday! I've never heard of a cafe racer before! Embarassed


1950's/60's - 2 up on a Triumph/BSA/Triton pillion passenger using phone box by cafe would call next cafe down the A5 or similar main/trunk road, and the clock would be started. Clock stopped when/if bike arrived.
Simple pleasures Whistle Just because you're offended doesn't mean you're right.
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Bps



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Have a google on bmw r80 and bmw cafe racer. If you like air cooled twins there are a lot ideas about from cafe racer to chunky tyred off road bikes

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nicam



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If your going for a café racer, get a proper (period) one!!! Don`t drive faster than your angel can fly!
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rockster57



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Daisy90 wrote:

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Maybe not quite a cafe racer, but some lovely touches and it inspires me Thumbs Up


That’s the modern Triumph Thruxton. Beautiful bike!
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rockster57



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nicam wrote:

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If your going for a café racer, get a proper (period) one!!!


And that’s a period replica of the original Thruxton. I had one just like it early 70’s. The same TT100 tyres, 4.5gallon tank, the MkIII Amal Concentric carbs will open velocity stacks. No fairing on mine though but it did have open Thruxton pipes. My parents complained that they could feel the whole house shake when I started her up!

Still remember the registration - JNW21E. It was the 2 wheel version of the Land Rover - in so much that it taught me how to be a mechanic. Spent more time getting my hands oily than actually riding it. And when I did ride it (in a lively youthful manner) it shook so badly with it 360 degree twin configuration that my eyesight became too blurred to see the road ahead!

Happy days! Rolling with laughter
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DG123



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Featherbed frame, Triumph engine. Only way Laughing

I’ve got one part. Very Happy (although more authentic with pre-unit).



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Projects for the future. An A10 with a damaged frame; lots of possibilities and a Bonneville rebuild 2012 110 XS SW Orkney Grey
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rockster57



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andydef90 wrote:
we used to go to squires local biker bar some lovely café racers some from the 50s Smile


Excellent gathering place for enthusiasts. Been many times myself. We Defender enthusiasts ought to have a local equivalent!
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DG123 wrote:
Featherbed frame, Triumph engine. Only way Laughing

I’ve got one part. Very Happy (although more authentic with pre-unit).



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Projects for the future. An A10 with a damaged frame; lots of possibilities and a Bonneville rebuild


Fascinating project! Hope you can keep us informed Thumbs Up

Here’s mine. Had this baby since 1984. Giving it a light renovation.


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