She's back on her wheels now. The aluminum Manx tank from India (covered in yellow masking tape) is requiring a lot of rework to get it to fit. Plan is to be riding Spring 2017.
Originally Posted By: JetStar
Until I have some more pictures to share on the Honda, here is my last classic bike project. 1978 Suzuki GS1000, 1085 kit, minor head work, Mikuni Flatslide carbs, welded crankshaft, Dyna electronic ignition.
After a little bit of difficultly I now have the oil pump primed, and have oil pressure. 60 PSI on the starter with the plugs out. A little bit of temporary wiring and I'll be ready to fire it up this weekend. Rotella 15W-40 of course
Cool project! ... back when bikes were pretty basic and simple. The new bikes of today are pure electronic in nature ... much harder to work on for sure.
Originally Posted By: ZeeOSix
Cool project! ... back when bikes were pretty basic and simple. The new bikes of today are pure electronic in nature ... much harder to work on for sure.
One thing that just baffles me about this design, is that you cannot take the cam cover off with the engine in the bike. A few companies make kits to make the frame above the cover removable. So naturally I'm nervous about having any leaks!