Wow this is a gorgeous 650r! Great job! I am starting a z650 project -- looking to do forks and a bunch of other mods to it -- what you did there with this 650 is seriously great, i hope you still have the bike.
That looks really nice and clean. I just got my first bike, an 07 650r that was converted to a street fighter by one of the previous owners. Honestly, I'm in love with it right now, but mine needs a little work. Waiting for the plates in the mail is killing me!
Dam best looking 650R i've ever seen so far bro i love the time spent on details and the extra work done makes it look sexy as i'm in the process of getting one myself and i wouldn't want to steal your idea bro but I'd love to restore it to such a reer state and turn heads when i pass by. Any recommendation you have would be gladly appreciated bro.
INSPIRING ...GREAT job, well done...looking to do something with the 07 of this. I have so many questions and frustrations to figure out if your free to chat anytime? Would really appreciate it. just to do the front end they want almost $10,000 and the same for the back swing arm.
Question. Does that rear shock still work right upside down? I have a 2012 650 im turning into a fighter as well and i just love the looks of that rear shock. Also did you have to use the lowering link cause of the shock or just by choice for ride height?
The shock works fine but required quite a bit of modifications to get it to fit. There is an extremely high strength sleeve that needs to be bored out 2mm in one end and it was difficult to find someone that was able to do that. Also the spring that came on the shock is something like 8kg/mm and what is on there now is about 17kg/mm and is pretty much the limit that the shock can handle and still dampen properly. My adjustments on the shock are only a few clicks away from maxed out. Also I just used the lowering link cause I like how the bike sits lower but this also caused more problems. No one makes a smaller diameter spring made to fit an r1 shock so I had to do quite a bit of modifying to the brace that is by the spring on the frame for it to clear. If I was going to do it again I would just save the headache and buy a spring built for the 650r. Thanks
have you done anything to the engine? I mean increasing the displacement to a 750? I got the same bike, bought it crashed and had an identical idea of putting a z1000 headlight housing as a replacement. kudos to you for the awesome idea of installing the ducati tail section and the color scheme is really vibrant. I am still contemplating about the switch for the 636 shocks, how is the ride?
I've only changed the clutch Springs, had some work done to the throttle bodies Ave installed a power commander. Nothing else to the motor itself. The 09 zx6r forks made a huge difference. In handling and brakes as well.
How easy did the 2012 swing arm go on the 2006? I've been looking into swing arm swaps for my fighter but don't really like any I've seen. Modified or straight bolt-on the like, however I'm digging the 2012 swing arm. Thanks.
It is a pretty straight forward swap in. The only thing I had to do was make a spacer to fit in the middle where the pivot bolt goes thru as the 2012 and up models a portion of the frame goes thru the center of the swing arm as well.
Great looking bike. I also have a badass street fighter 650, but it had the stock frt end on it. What did it take to retro fit that zx6 frt triple on there or was it a direct bolt on. I no any cbr frt ends fit all years, is kawasaki the same way?
It was alot of work. Basically chopped the original sub frame off and bought a ducati one and adapted it to fit. Probably took around 50 hours to do all the metal work, and mold the 2 side pieces together as well.
Hi. I have been browsing trough your thread looking for clues about the rear shock. Did you have to modify anyting or was it a straight fit? What models R1 will fit? I to have an ER6 that needs a better rear shock :-)
It was not a direct fit. Had to make new bushings for the eyelets, buy a new spring and adapters and had to put a notch in the frame. Honestly buy a shock already made to fit the bike. It is more work than it was worth. And for the weight of my bike and my weight the dampening of the shock is just enough it seems. And stronger spring and the shock wouldn't have enough dampening.
what parts do you need for the z1000 front fairing, just the plastic and windscreen or are there any back brackets that id need. will the stock bracket work (cut down)?
The fairing is a 2003 z1000 fairing used with the stock 650r headlamp. The fairing has been trimmed down quite a bit to get it to fit much closer to the forks. And as for the brackets I made all my own and mounted everything to the forks. I'm not sure if it would be possible to use the stock z1000 brackets as I didn't use them. I also made my own brackets to hold the windscreen on. Also the windscreen I used it a shorter version of the stock one. I have also cut it down shorter after this video was done.
The swingarm didn't change anything really that I recall. It's the same geometry as the 06 one just different looking. The forks and whole front end is a massive improvement over stock. They're the showa big piston forks, radial brakes, basically like a 15 year jump in front end design compared to the stock stuff.
I've got about $1,200 into parts, (forks, ducati tail, subframe ect..) Powder coating was $325, paint was about $200. I did all the work myself aside from the powdercoating. But I've got probably got at least 400 hrs of my time into it as well.
Hey brotha. Was wondering about that shock. Was it a direct bolt on with no clearance issues? Of course rebuilding it and tuning it to my weight I would do. Truly is an inspiring build. 👍
It was not a direct drop in. Aftermarket stiffer springs for it were larger diameter so caused clearance issues with that diagonal brace under the seat. Had to notch that brace quite alot.
zwc0442 I think imma just get me a nitron spring. Didn’t do the zx6r or zx10 front end. Ended up doing a damper rod drop in tuned to my weight. But definitely a dope build you did. I might try the rear swing arm and get some rear sets eventually.
@zwc0442 question. Regarding the swing arm swap. Was it a direct swap over. Of course using the axle bolt from the 2012 and chain adjusters... Also is my wheel, brakes, chain and sprockets and suspension all compatible to bolt right on. And I will have to replace the rear set as well I saw that.
@@zsamonte1174 it was pretty much direct swap in if you have a complete take off swing arm. Wheels are the same although I did put a wider wheel off a zx6r on. And I did have to make a spacer between the swingarm where it used used to bolt to the frame on the newer bike there's an open portion of the swingarm on the pivot bolt. If you look at pics of a take off on ebay and compare to older swingarm you can see what I'm referring to.
Ezekiel Carrillo I did everything myself except for the frame. I had that powder coated. I restore cars as my profession. I did all the fabrication and painting. The bike was taken down completely to bare frame engine out.
Jon L here's my build thread on my bike. Can see how I made the subframe fit. www.customfighters.com/forums/showthread.php?t=65985#/forumsite/20469/topics/65985
The whole 2012 swingarm including the axle and adjuster blocks on the axle. Also new rearsets are needed as the ones on the 06 to 08 will hit the swingarm because the 2012 swingarm is wider.
+zwc0442 +zwc0442 Not really. I've only had it a month. it's far from complete. I got a smokin deal. $1000 for an 08 with 5600k. Hadn't ran in 5 years. New battery, fluids, tank and pump flush and it runs great now.
If your talking about the evaporative recovery system it's all gone. There is a thread on riderforums.com I think about what to take off. I can't remember which holes to plug under the tank and which ones get connected together.
+Josh Quintero I can't find it either may have been on a forum that is defunct now. if I remember the can has 3 tubes. 2 go to the tank and one goes to vacuum on the throttle bodies. I think I plugged the vacuum port on the throttle bodies and connected the two ports on the gas tank with a u shape piece of line. not 100% sure anymore it's been awhile.
If you have a welding shop near you it would be easier to have it made locally. I'd have to pull my swingarm back off to measure and fit it make sure if I built another it would fit properly.
Its been so long I couldn't tell you what everything was off of. There's a build thread over on streetfighter forums if that's still up. Just google ninja 650r ducati tail swap it should pop up.
Thank you for answering my previous question. Did you need to change the bracket/mount/ spider for the fairing and headlight to fit, and if so could you point me in the right direction ? I found one on ebay but it is priiicey. I am using the z1000 handlebars and similar mirrors to yours. Couldn't find the rearsets and compatible passenger pegs so I'm going to powder coat or rattle can ( budget probably = rattle can) the stock mount. Thank you again. Wes...
It was a $130 generic muffler off of ebay. It was originally about twice that long. I have a delkevic carbon muffler on the bike now. But still have the old one.
I think that it is a very good beginner vine and a very good bike for experienced riders as well. That's my opinion anyway. It's definitely not a Supersport bike and that's what I like about it. It's more than fast enough for myself. The power band on this motor is great for around town stuff and plenty fast for highway. Just a great all around bike.
That is by far the nicest 650r Ive ever seen! Gave me so many ideas...
Wow this is a gorgeous 650r! Great job! I am starting a z650 project -- looking to do forks and a bunch of other mods to it -- what you did there with this 650 is seriously great, i hope you still have the bike.
Awesome job! I was just ready your forum posts on this build.
Tail section is amazing
That looks really nice and clean. I just got my first bike, an 07 650r that was converted to a street fighter by one of the previous owners. Honestly, I'm in love with it right now, but mine needs a little work. Waiting for the plates in the mail is killing me!
I just bought a 2008 ninja 650, thinking about turning it into a street fighter. Can you share pictures of yours?
You've done a beautiful job!
Loved this video! I just purchased a used 08’ 650r and would love to build this mod!
Great build bro!
Nice work. The bike looks great.
I will look into that thanks for replying your bike is my motivation on my project
Sick man i also have a 07 650r that im turning into a street fighter just haven't seen many videos about our bike
I like how yours looks with that Ducati one you installed
The 1098 tail is awesome!👍🏻
Dam best looking 650R i've ever seen so far bro i love the time spent on details and the extra work done makes it look sexy as i'm in the process of getting one myself and i wouldn't want to steal your idea bro but I'd love to restore it to such a reer state and turn heads when i pass by. Any recommendation you have would be gladly appreciated bro.
John Rango no worries can use any of the ideas that I did. That's why I took a video for others to check out and get some ideas for their own.
Fantastic. Ive got a 2010 that im thinking about modding.
damn fine dude. nice work
This looks amazing
Thank you. A bit has changed on the bike. But still mostly the same. Once I finish up a couple other things I'll upload new video.
super gemacht!!!!
gorgeous!
Awesome job
badass ride
Holy shit, man! This is so fucking cool. I want to learn how to do all of this.
nice clean bike man, maybe do a tutorial and how you painted it?
Man....that's nice!
I love this look
What did you use to mount the speedometer too im looking to mount the manufacture speedo to my bike
Great eye bud.
Damn good job
That looks so awesome! I just ordered the z1000 fairing for mine. I'm curious as to what brackets you used to mount it to the forks?
I made my own brackets.
INSPIRING ...GREAT job, well done...looking to do something with the 07 of this. I have so many questions and frustrations to figure out if your free to chat anytime? Would really appreciate it. just to do the front end they want almost $10,000 and the same for the back swing arm.
Question. Does that rear shock still work right upside down? I have a 2012 650 im turning into a fighter as well and i just love the looks of that rear shock. Also did you have to use the lowering link cause of the shock or just by choice for ride height?
The shock works fine but required quite a bit of modifications to get it to fit. There is an extremely high strength sleeve that needs to be bored out 2mm in one end and it was difficult to find someone that was able to do that. Also the spring that came on the shock is something like 8kg/mm and what is on there now is about 17kg/mm and is pretty much the limit that the shock can handle and still dampen properly. My adjustments on the shock are only a few clicks away from maxed out. Also I just used the lowering link cause I like how the bike sits lower but this also caused more problems. No one makes a smaller diameter spring made to fit an r1 shock so I had to do quite a bit of modifying to the brace that is by the spring on the frame for it to clear. If I was going to do it again I would just save the headache and buy a spring built for the 650r. Thanks
This is amazing.
Thank you!
I was thinking about changing out the back seat section on a 2015 650 do you know if that's possible?
have you done anything to the engine? I mean increasing the displacement to a 750?
I got the same bike, bought it crashed and had an identical idea of putting a z1000 headlight housing as a replacement.
kudos to you for the awesome idea of installing the ducati tail section and the color scheme is really vibrant. I am still contemplating about the switch for the 636 shocks, how is the ride?
I've only changed the clutch Springs, had some work done to the throttle bodies Ave installed a power commander. Nothing else to the motor itself. The 09 zx6r forks made a huge difference. In handling and brakes as well.
How easy did the 2012 swing arm go on the 2006? I've been looking into swing arm swaps for my fighter but don't really like any I've seen. Modified or straight bolt-on the like, however I'm digging the 2012 swing arm. Thanks.
It is a pretty straight forward swap in. The only thing I had to do was make a spacer to fit in the middle where the pivot bolt goes thru as the 2012 and up models a portion of the frame goes thru the center of the swing arm as well.
Great looking bike. I also have a badass street fighter 650, but it had the stock frt end on it. What did it take to retro fit that zx6 frt triple on there or was it a direct bolt on. I no any cbr frt ends fit all years, is kawasaki the same way?
The 09 front end is a drop in swap. Earlier ones required a modification.
did you use the complete ZX6 front end? or just dropped in the forks? also, did the Rear R1 shock require any modification??
Hi I was wondering what your process was on fitting that tail section on. I'd love to do something similar to mine :)
It was alot of work. Basically chopped the original sub frame off and bought a ducati one and adapted it to fit. Probably took around 50 hours to do all the metal work, and mold the 2 side pieces together as well.
You have chopped a Pipe to make it sound better without knowing how it affects performance or researched ecu mapping for this Exhaust?
Pumpr 79 I have a power commander and retuned the fuel map when I had this exhaust.
very nice.
I want to do something similar to this to my 650r any recommendations
Nice bike. Where did you relocate the sensors where the key ignition now sits? I've got an 07' that I'm converting to an adventure bike.
It's been awhile since I did it but I dont recall any sensors in that area. It was just an open triangle in the frame.
Hi. I have been browsing trough your thread looking for clues about the rear shock.
Did you have to modify anyting or was it a straight fit?
What models R1 will fit?
I to have an ER6 that needs a better rear shock :-)
It was not a direct fit. Had to make new bushings for the eyelets, buy a new spring and adapters and had to put a notch in the frame. Honestly buy a shock already made to fit the bike. It is more work than it was worth. And for the weight of my bike and my weight the dampening of the shock is just enough it seems. And stronger spring and the shock wouldn't have enough dampening.
+zwc0442
Thanks for your answer, and by the way, great looking bike you've got.
what parts do you need for the z1000 front fairing, just the plastic and windscreen or are there any back brackets that id need. will the stock bracket work (cut down)?
The fairing is a 2003 z1000 fairing used with the stock 650r headlamp. The fairing has been trimmed down quite a bit to get it to fit much closer to the forks. And as for the brackets I made all my own and mounted everything to the forks. I'm not sure if it would be possible to use the stock z1000 brackets as I didn't use them. I also made my own brackets to hold the windscreen on. Also the windscreen I used it a shorter version of the stock one. I have also cut it down shorter after this video was done.
Thanks for the reply I plan on doing something like that soon, just waiting to find the parts at a decent price.
Hi, I have a question, I have the same one, I want to know where you bought the front part of the bulb to modify it? Thank you
I found a used faring on ebay.
Is there still links to these parts im interest in somwthing like these looks clean
didnt think people went this far with bikes, beautiful work man. i would feel bad riding it, letting chain lube splatter on that paint, fuck
Job well done! Was wondering what triple tree you put on?
The triple clamp and forks were off a 2009 zx6r
👍😀 Best Custom 650R -
Got a question in regards to the sway bar and fork you used and is if it improved or affected turning.
The swingarm didn't change anything really that I recall. It's the same geometry as the 06 one just different looking. The forks and whole front end is a massive improvement over stock. They're the showa big piston forks, radial brakes, basically like a 15 year jump in front end design compared to the stock stuff.
zwc0442 thanks for the info sir.
How'd you mount the ignition switch? What's holding it? Can you be specific. Or show pics?
mustang 07 there's a link to my build thread a few comments below. It shows how I did it in there if I remember correctly.
The bike came out beautiful how much was all this in total?
I've got about $1,200 into parts, (forks, ducati tail, subframe ect..) Powder coating was $325, paint was about $200. I did all the work myself aside from the powdercoating. But I've got probably got at least 400 hrs of my time into it as well.
Hey brotha. Was wondering about that shock. Was it a direct bolt on with no clearance issues? Of course rebuilding it and tuning it to my weight I would do.
Truly is an inspiring build. 👍
It was not a direct drop in. Aftermarket stiffer springs for it were larger diameter so caused clearance issues with that diagonal brace under the seat. Had to notch that brace quite alot.
zwc0442 I think imma just get me a nitron spring. Didn’t do the zx6r or zx10 front end. Ended up doing a damper rod drop in tuned to my weight.
But definitely a dope build you did. I might try the rear swing arm and get some rear sets eventually.
@zwc0442 question. Regarding the swing arm swap. Was it a direct swap over. Of course using the axle bolt from the 2012 and chain adjusters...
Also is my wheel, brakes, chain and sprockets and suspension all compatible to bolt right on.
And I will have to replace the rear set as well I saw that.
@@zsamonte1174 it was pretty much direct swap in if you have a complete take off swing arm. Wheels are the same although I did put a wider wheel off a zx6r on. And I did have to make a spacer between the swingarm where it used used to bolt to the frame on the newer bike there's an open portion of the swingarm on the pivot bolt. If you look at pics of a take off on ebay and compare to older swingarm you can see what I'm referring to.
question....I know you got the paint done professionally, did they have to take out the engine to paint the frame??
Ezekiel Carrillo
I did everything myself except for the frame. I had that powder coated. I restore cars as my profession. I did all the fabrication and painting. The bike was taken down completely to bare frame engine out.
Here's a link to the build thread if you'd like to read thru it.
www.customfighters.com/forums/showthread.php?t=65985#/topics/65985
Bike looks great man! How hard was getting the ducati seat on there?
Quite a bit of work. It's not just the seat I put the whole ducati subframe on my bike.
zwc0442 Hm ok, im trying to figure out a way to get ride of my banana seat. Thanks for the reply!
Jon L I probly had about 40 hrs into fabrication just to get the ducati subframe fitted and making the side plastics as well.
Jon L here's my build thread on my bike. Can see how I made the subframe fit.
www.customfighters.com/forums/showthread.php?t=65985#/forumsite/20469/topics/65985
Did you use the 2006 oem head lamp bracket for the speed and z100 faring
I built my own brackets
Awesome bike.. One question..from what bike the rear foot pegs ?
Theyre for a ninja 650r but they're made by a company called arata.
@@zwc0442 thank you so much 👍👍
What rear sets are on the bike
nice bike. What is involved in the swingarm swap? Aside from the swingarm itself obviously.
The whole 2012 swingarm including the axle and adjuster blocks on the axle. Also new rearsets are needed as the ones on the 06 to 08 will hit the swingarm because the 2012 swingarm is wider.
+zwc0442 thanks. I put my ignition in the same spot but used the 12 upper triple. Direct fit and has vibration dampening!
+Deltron “Deltrondude” Dude you have dinner pics of your bike?
+zwc0442 +zwc0442 Not really. I've only had it a month. it's far from complete. I got a smokin deal. $1000 for an 08 with 5600k. Hadn't ran in 5 years. New battery, fluids, tank and pump flush and it runs great now.
Quick question. How do you hide our reroute the fuel system on the left side of a 06 ninja 650 r
If your talking about the evaporative recovery system it's all gone. There is a thread on riderforums.com I think about what to take off. I can't remember which holes to plug under the tank and which ones get connected together.
+zwc0442 yeah that thing. Lol. I've tried searching for a forum and no luck.
+Josh Quintero I can't find it either may have been on a forum that is defunct now. if I remember the can has 3 tubes. 2 go to the tank and one goes to vacuum on the throttle bodies. I think I plugged the vacuum port on the throttle bodies and connected the two ports on the gas tank with a u shape piece of line. not 100% sure anymore it's been awhile.
Sweet lord of lords....that is pure sex right there. You've got skills man. Damn that thing is fly!
Thank you.
how is the SEM paint holding up on the engine?
Great. Looks just like the day I sprayed it. The stuff is really tough.
The spacer for the swing arm bolt
If you have a welding shop near you it would be easier to have it made locally. I'd have to pull my swingarm back off to measure and fit it make sure if I built another it would fit properly.
can you send me the exact tail you got like the exact place you bought it from and how did you fit it on I love the it still has the passenger seat
MR.BOOMBAST1C AKA SICKKILLA
I just bought a used Ducati 10098 tail fairing and tail frame off ebay.
@@zwc0442
What year was the tail Fairing and subfram
@@kyleruiz6623 I don't recall, it's the 848/1098/1198 bike they were all the same in that generation I believe.
Wow
What bike is the swing arm off please
I say what it is off of in the video.
@@zwc0442 it bolted right up no modifications
any way you can get me a parts list on , bars, riser , stablizer, headlamp and mounting hardware? id be so grateful
Its been so long I couldn't tell you what everything was off of. There's a build thread over on streetfighter forums if that's still up. Just google ninja 650r ducati tail swap it should pop up.
@@zwc0442 thanks bro
Isnt the er6n available in your country?
They're not. It's the 650r or the versys now. They discontinued them here iirc.
The 650r is called the er6f in most other places.
How much would you charge me to make another spacer
A spacer for what?
Which Front peg brackets did you use ?
They are arata rearsets. Theyre no longer made tho, were a really nice set if you can find em around.
Thank you for answering my previous question.
Did you need to change the bracket/mount/ spider for the fairing and headlight to fit, and if so could you point me in the right direction ? I found one on ebay but it is priiicey.
I am using the z1000 handlebars and similar mirrors to yours. Couldn't find the rearsets and compatible passenger pegs so I'm going to powder coat or rattle can ( budget probably = rattle can) the stock mount.
Thank you again.
Wes...
@@wespark4884 I fabricated my own bracket. It clamped to the fork tubes.
@@zwc0442
I got lucky and found the Z1000 mount for 50$. I expect it will line up with minimal kajiggering. Thanks. I'll post a picture soon.
Great job mate, well done. I’m doing a very basic street fighter using an 07. Hopefully going on my channel soon.
Cheers,
Nuffy
CZcams: Nuffys Builds
Ive done mine almost close tobthis
Where did you buy that muffler?
It was a $130 generic muffler off of ebay. It was originally about twice that long. I have a delkevic carbon muffler on the bike now. But still have the old one.
+zwc0442 cool. will it fit any 2011 and older ninja 650 as a slip on?
if so, will you consider selling it?
It should fit anything 2012 and older. And yeah I'll sell it.
How much?
+Randy Meneses $60 plus shipping.
Close tobthis
is this bike a good beginner bike?
I think that it is a very good beginner vine and a very good bike for experienced riders as well. That's my opinion anyway. It's definitely not a Supersport bike and that's what I like about it. It's more than fast enough for myself. The power band on this motor is great for around town stuff and plenty fast for highway. Just a great all around bike.
zwc0442 oh ok cool, thanks i appreciate it and awesome bike man!
Here's a link to the build thread.
www.customfighters.com/forums/showthread.php?t=65985