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dicken
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« on: March 15, 2022, 04:50:53 PM »
the project is slowly coming along. engine and tranny done and in. just trying to tighten up all the loose ends. i think i am going to enjoy that new electric starter. don't ask how much it cost. other upgrades include tri-spark ign, came with the bike, podtronic regulator, double coil, new avons, all new bearings, the list goes on and on. going with the fire flake royal blue paint. trying to make it as original as possible but not that worried about it. it won't be an S but more like a roadster. only difference is the pipes. sorry but i can't stand those high one side pipes.
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« Reply #1 on: March 15, 2022, 06:46:29 PM »
That's just lovely work sir!  Looking forward to see your pics as your project moves forward.
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« Reply #2 on: March 15, 2022, 08:35:21 PM »
Road trip in June to see it in the metal.
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« Reply #3 on: March 16, 2022, 05:20:42 AM »
Absolutely worth a road trip. Nice work.
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Steve G.
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« Reply #4 on: March 20, 2022, 05:40:52 PM »
  I’m a big fan of both the ‘S’ and ‘SS’ models’ exhaust treatment, but luckily for all, vin or serial numbers do not generally designate model
Type with Commando’s.
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« Reply #5 on: April 07, 2022, 10:32:14 AM »
I like that project !
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« Reply #6 on: July 11, 2022, 09:01:59 PM »
finally got the paint job done last sat and today on the road. seems to be running good but tomorrow's road test will tell all. i love the new electric start, so much better than kicking. it was a very satisfying build, a little over a year. just took a long time to get the decals so i could finish the clear coat.
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« Reply #7 on: July 11, 2022, 09:26:59 PM »
The belt drive should solve all of the left side oil puddles.   Good on the electric start as most of us have worn out kicker legs
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« Reply #8 on: July 14, 2022, 04:42:16 PM »
That is REALLY nice, great work. Seems odd that people on this site still break out the wrenches.
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« Reply #9 on: July 14, 2022, 09:00:09 PM »
  So that belt drive primary, you're still using oil right? It is a sort of a cooling agent to the electric system as well as a lubricant for the belt drive. The only zero oil belt drive systems I'm aware of, need holes drilled for cooling.
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Garage Residents:
'74 Honda CT70
'74 Norton 850 Interstate
'81 Laverda Jota Mk11 180
'89 Honda RC30
'91 BMW R100GS
'08 Honda XR650L
'08 BMW R1200GS

Previous Garage Residents
 1966 Keystone Tas 50
 1981 Can-Am 250 MX6
 1966 BSA 250 Starfire
 1972 Triumph 650 hardtail chopper
 1976 Honda 400-4 Supersport
 1982 Can-Am 500 Sonic
 1982 Suzuki SP500
 1984 Kawasaki KZ 750 L4
 1979 Honda CBX
 1988 Ducati 750 Paso 750 Euro
 1972 Suzuki 750 GT ‘Kettle’
 1972 Kawasaki 750 H2
 1993 BMW R100GSPD
 1984 Honda CR500
 1979 Honda CBX sandcast
 1975 Honda 400-4 SS
 2001 Moto Guzzi V11 Sport
 2006 Yamaha FJR 1300
1972 Norton Combat Roadster 810
 1972 BMW R75/2 SWB
 1980 Honda CBX
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« Reply #10 on: July 15, 2022, 09:45:00 AM »
nope, no oil in the primary. nothing about putting oil in in the instructions. had to put barnnet style clutch plates in to run dry. went for a longer ride and it is running  great. another ride coming up today. only problem is the centre stand spring is week. looking for a new one. getting the bars and controls set for me.
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current rides-60 triumph chopper-98 triumph sprint executive-80 honda 750f.
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