Image features a sport-style motorcycle parked on a paved driveway. The motorcycle has a sleek, aerodynamic design with a predominantly black and silver color scheme. Red accents are visible on the fairing, with the word 'Fireblade' prominently displayed in a stylized red font on the side. The bike is equipped with a large exhaust pipe on the right side and has black wheels with red trim around the rims. The front of the motorcycle features a clear windshield and dual headlights. In the background, part of a gray car is visible, parked on the same driveway, with a garden area containing green foliage and flowers further back.

Honda CBR 929 RR Fireblade

  • Go Faster Seat Cowl
    Image features a sleek, sporty motorcycle parked on a gravel path with a grassy field in the background. The motorcycle is predominantly black with silver accents, featuring a streamlined design typical of high-performance bikes. The bodywork includes sharp, angular lines, and the front fairing is equipped with a clear windshield. The bike has a prominent exhaust pipe on the right side, emitting a small plume of smoke. The wheels are fitted with disc brakes, and the tires have a thin red stripe along the rim. A red logo is visible on the side of the fuel tank, adding a touch of color contrast. The seat is designed for a single rider, with a raised rear section. The overall appearance suggests a focus on speed and agility, suitable for both road and track use.
    Image showcases a close-up view of a motorcycle's rear section, highlighting its sleek and sporty design. The motorcycle features a black and silver color scheme with a prominent red 'RR' logo on the side of the tail section. The exhaust pipe is metallic silver with a polished finish, extending from beneath the seat. The rear tire is wide and has a visible tread pattern, indicating a performance-oriented design. The background consists of a grassy area and a dirt path, suggesting an outdoor setting. The overall composition emphasizes the motorcycle's aerodynamic and powerful aesthetic.

    Given the pillion pegs were missing, we decided to send the pillion seat off as well.

    First to go was the leather cover and padding off of the original pillion seat plate. This was replaced with expanding builders foam and roughly cut to shape and covered in some fiberglass. Then came the hard work.

    Image is a meme featuring an animated scene with four penguins standing in a row, each with distinct expressions. The penguins are anthropomorphic, with white and black feathers, orange beaks, and flippers. They are positioned against a blurred background that suggests an outdoor setting with a fence and some greenery. The text is in bold, white capital letters at the top and bottom of the image, reading 'FILL AND SAND IT, BOYS' and 'FILL AND SAND IT.' The font is sans-serif, and the text is centered, creating a humorous and motivational tone. The overall layout is typical of internet memes, with the text framing the central animated characters.

    Once it was smooth enough (read, “I got bored enough”) several coats of paint from RS Bike Paints and coats of 2-part gloss coat has it looking pretty good.

    Whether it makes the bike any quicker around the track is a different story…

  • Dreams do come true
    Image features a sport-style motorcycle parked on a paved driveway. The motorcycle has a sleek, aerodynamic design with a predominantly black and silver color scheme. Red accents are visible on the fairing, with the word 'Fireblade' prominently displayed in a stylized red font on the side. The bike is equipped with a large exhaust pipe on the right side and has black wheels with red trim around the rims. The front of the motorcycle features a clear windshield and dual headlights. In the background, part of a gray car is visible, parked on the same driveway, with a garden area containing green foliage and flowers further back.

    This variant of these wonderful machines were released in 2000; about the time I was doing my bike test, and I’ve always wanted one!

    As usual though, at the time I was too young to afford to buy or insure it and then then real life got in the way and it was never a sensible purchase. It still wasn’t a sensible purchase when I found a tatty one going for cheap(ish) and decided that it’d be rude to not pick it up there and then!

    Finally, I’ve got my hands on my dream bike

    Naturally, it needs some work – or it wouldn’t be a project bike.

    At some point in it’s life, a previous owner has taken a hacksaw to one of the pillion pegs, so I’ll end up cutting the other one off also and turn it into a dedicated single-seater. Which means the pillion seat can be changed for a plastic cowling instead.

    Image features a sport-style motorcycle, predominantly black with silver accents, positioned on a red stand in a garage setting. The motorcycle has a sleek, aerodynamic design with a prominent front fairing and a large exhaust pipe on the right side. The brand logo, a red wing, is visible on the fuel tank, and the model name 'Fireblade' is displayed in bold red and black lettering on the side fairing. The motorcycle is equipped with disc brakes and has a black leather seat. In the background, a silver sports car with a smooth, curved body is partially visible, parked next to the motorcycle. The garage floor is concrete, and there are various tools and equipment scattered around, including a wooden workbench and a red hydraulic lift. The lighting is dim, casting soft shadows on the floor.

    Something is squeaking, could be the chain, could be the brakes. Who knows? The plastic has some scratches on it and is cracked in several places, so that all needs looking at. No real obvious rust of other issues, but we shall have to have a proper look.

Scroll to Top