Norio, a key player at Kustom Fab, actually relocated here from Japan. From the first day that I met him, much has changed. When Norio first arrived here in the islands, he opened a shop in Oahu called Phoenix Cycles.
It was during a time that the whole “Chopper” craze was nearing an end, and people began to pull out of the industry. Shops that were once thriving began closing all over the place. Norio, unfortunately, happened to be one of the causalities.
A mutual friend suggested that Norio help out Roger at the shop by becoming one of the mechanics/fabricators. I for one, was not a huge supporter of this theory. I saw Norio as the competition and not a fellow bike builder. But, like I said, a lot has changed.
After working and traveling with Norio over the years, I have been amazed at his worth ethic, his bike building skills, and his genuine personality. He has become an essential component in the shop.
When he was able to find some spare moments, he embarked on building a bike for a customer. It was mostly influenced from his roots in Japan Raw and therefore took on a very mechanical look. After seeing his finished product….I think you’d agree that he sure did a hell of a job!
The Asahi Bike
Owner: Manabu Kikuchi
Bike Name: Asahi
City/State: Honolulu/Hawaii
Builder: Norio Akai / K-FAB
City/state: Honolulu
Company Info: Kustom fab Choppers
Address: 80 Sand Island Access Rd.#228
Phone: 808-847-5322
Web site: http://kfabhawaii.com
E-mail: Kustomfab@aol.com
Fabrication: Norio Akai K-FAB
Manufacturing:
Welding: Norio Akai
Machining: Norio Akai
Engine:
Year: 2006
Make: S&S
Model: Shovel Head
Displacement: Norio Akai K-FAB
Builder or Rebuilder: Norio Akai K-FAB
Cases: S&S
Case finish: Polish
Barrels: S & S
Pistons: S & S
Barrel finish:
Lower end: S&S
Rods: S&S
Heads: S&S
Head finish: Polish
Valves and springs: S&S
Pushrods: S&S
Lifters: James
Carburetion: SU
Air cleaner: SU
Exhaust: Norio Akai K-FAB
Transmission:
4 speed
Year: 2006
Make: Rev Tech
Gear configuration:
Final drive: Chain
Primary: BDL 3”
Clutch: BDL
Frame
Year: 2014
Style or Model: Goose neck
Stretch: Definitely!!
Rake: 38
Modifications: Norio Akai
Front End
Sheet Metal
Norio Akai K-FAB
Tanks: Norio Akai K-FAB
Fenders: Norio Akai K-FAB
Paint:
Molding: Cosmic Airbrush
Graphics: Cosmic Airbrush
Frame: Black
Wheels:
Front
Size: 19”
Brake calipers: PM
Brake rotor(s): 11.5”
Tire: Avon Mk II
Rear
Size:16”
Brake calipers: PM
Brake rotor: 10”
Tire: Avon Mk II
Controls
Foot controls: Norio Akai /K-FAB
Master cylinder: Grimeca Polish
Brake lines: Stainless hard line Norio Akai/ K-FAB
Handlebar controls: Norio Akai / K-FAB
Finish: Polish
Shifting: Norio Akai K-FAB
Kickstand: Of course.
Electrical
Ignition: Dyna S
Ignition switch:
Coils: Dyna
Regulator: HD
Charging: HD
Wiring: Norio Akai K-FAB
Harness: Norio Akai K-FAB
Headlight: Cycle Kraft
Taillight: Cycle Kraft
Accessory lights:
Electrical accessories:
Switches:
Battery: Shorai
What’s Left:
Seat: Norio Akai/ Bob Arkus
Mirror(s): None – who needs them?
Gas caps: Cycle Kraft
Handlebars: Norio Akai K-FAB
Grips: RSD
Pegs: Norio Akai K-FAB
Oil filter: Flo Billet
Oil lines: Stainless Hard line Norio Akai K-FAB
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