Embarking on the journey of customising my CB750K cafe racer motorcycle has been a rollercoaster of challenges and triumphs. As a novice with limited experience and resources, the recent process of removing the old oil tank and fitting a Cognitomoto one proved to be a true test of my limited skills. The tank sits in between the frame and requires the relocation of the battery, various electrical components and rerouting and reworking of the oil pipes. During this process I missed a simple but important step that would cause an issue later down the road.

During a test ride, I encountered an oil leak, leaving my rear tire covered in oil and me stranded. This setback, though disheartening at first, is a normal part of the learning curve for someone building a bike with no prior experience.

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The beauty of fixing this issue lay in the community support that emerged. Cognitomoto and my Instagram followers became valuable allies, both offering insights and guidance to pinpoint and fix what turned out to be a breather pipe problem.

Collaborative problem-solving is an integral part of my motorcycle customisation journey, and I’ll be ever grateful for the abundance of advice from friends and the bike building community.

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Dealing with setbacks like the oil leak teaches me resilience and resourcefulness. My limited tools and lack of experience also mean unexpected hurdles were bound to arise. Yet, with each challenge, I seem to find the joy in turning setbacks into opportunities to learn.

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It’s clear to me that this bike will never be truly finished, I will always have one or more jobs I want to do. However, that is fine with me as my satisfaction comes from learning, fixing, and ultimately building a bike that reflects my passion and dedication. I’m enjoying the journey and not rushing to get to the destination.

Until next time, work hard, ride safe.

Craig aka KILN MOTO