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[stuartb]

Anyone got any any projects lined up this winter ?.. I'm in the hunt for a jap inline 4 that I can rebuild, Ideally running but I'd take a non runner.

Engine work is really what I'm after, something I can strip down and rebuild, i've a hankering for a rebore, piston and ring set, lap in valves... most if not all the projects for sale are dog rough or complete abortions and all looking for rudiculous amounts of money...

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[Zxcv12]

My project for this winter is a 1978 suzuki gt185. It is an absolute dog...I?ve just got the frame back from the powder coaters and I?m looking forward to the rebuild. The engine was ruined but that?s together now though untested. Unfortunately there are virtually no NOS parts available for it and the parts list was so long I?ve ended up abandoning the ?restoration? and going for a custom cafe job instead. A GN125 front end with a disc brake is going on along with a matching back wheel and a few other bits! I?m trying to find someone to make me a set of expansions at the moment, but not having much luck as I?m not buying a new set far too expensive, second hand would be ideal. The good thing is that it?s over 40 years old so MOT and tax exempt.
Bottom line is make sure there are parts available before buying!
Here?s my target aspiration:
https://www.bikeexif.com/yamaha-rd-200-custom

 

[stuartb]

Wow, thats a work of art... wheel that out of a van anywhere and you'd be swamped with people...

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[Zxcv12]

Wow, thats a work of art... wheel that out of a van anywhere and you'd be swamped with people...

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Stunningeh? Absolutely no chance of me getting anywhere near that of course, but ar least a direction of travel has been found.

 

[Carsonr6]

I know where there?s a 2000 R1 with mint body work and smashed engine cases

 

[bmwbadboy]

Anyone got any any projects lined up this winter ?.. I'm in the hunt for a jap inline 4 that I can rebuild, Ideally running but I'd take a non runner.

Engine work is really what I'm after, something I can strip down and rebuild, i've a hankering for a rebore, piston and ring set, lap in valves... most if not all the projects for sale are dog rough or complete abortions and all looking for rudiculous amounts of money...

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Stu, anything you do, I will follow and read.

the amount of energy you have to do all this stuff is amazing.

 

[stuartb]

Haha, dunno where I find the time... my place has just gone crazy busy doubt ill be doing anything soon mind you, I'm guessing people are shaking off Covid Blues now and starting to spend the money they've been sitting counting. 8 new listings this week alone !

Ryan's turn for a photo strip and build....see what next month brings.. there was an RD400 I had my eye on for 3 grand, a stroker would do nicely..

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[stuartb]

I know where there?s a 2000 R1 with mint body work and smashed engine cases

So do I ..your garage lol...

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