I think I read that the frost time but was hoping there was more info. A picture of the sides or insides if you break them down would be nice.
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I think I read that the frost time but was hoping there was more info. A picture of the sides or insides if you break them down would be nice.
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63ronin
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Well... It's certainly a slow process. But I got the GS to a test ride state today. I was able to actually ride (slowly) up and down my street a few times as an initial test. Still lots of work to do. But at least I know it will go down the street. It really seem to want to haul a**. Seems way more peppy then my '83 GPz 1100. And I haven't even tuned the thing yet. Oh... and it seems like a really big bike - tall. But it's easier to move around the garage than the GPz.
In the last couple weeks I installed new 530 conversion chain and sprockets. Rebuilt the front brake calipers. Also refinished using high temp paint. Used the BBQ to bake the paint - but don't tell my wife.
Installed some new fancy blue Spiegler braided brake lines on the front. Had a time bleeding the brakes. Years of sitting created some corrosion on the bleed nipples. I had to replace a couple. Once again, thank God for parts bike. OH... lesson learned comment here... don't tighten down the brake banjo bolts until you are really sure the brake line routing is correct. DEFINITELY don't do it twice. Hmmmmm...
Since I know everyone loves pictures, here are a couple "post ride"
Sitting next to the GPz
Ready for more work
So... need to add some turn signals. I think I have enough spare parts lying around for that. Though I might have to fab up some new brackets. Clean up some electrical. Add electrical connection for the tach signal. Install new spedo cable. OH... need to add a choke cable. Needs new tires. Finish bleeding the brakes. Clean up the bodywork and install. Other odds and ends. Yup... lot's to do yet. But at least it runs.
Later
In the last couple weeks I installed new 530 conversion chain and sprockets. Rebuilt the front brake calipers. Also refinished using high temp paint. Used the BBQ to bake the paint - but don't tell my wife.
Installed some new fancy blue Spiegler braided brake lines on the front. Had a time bleeding the brakes. Years of sitting created some corrosion on the bleed nipples. I had to replace a couple. Once again, thank God for parts bike. OH... lesson learned comment here... don't tighten down the brake banjo bolts until you are really sure the brake line routing is correct. DEFINITELY don't do it twice. Hmmmmm...Since I know everyone loves pictures, here are a couple "post ride"
Sitting next to the GPz
Ready for more work
So... need to add some turn signals. I think I have enough spare parts lying around for that. Though I might have to fab up some new brackets. Clean up some electrical. Add electrical connection for the tach signal. Install new spedo cable. OH... need to add a choke cable. Needs new tires. Finish bleeding the brakes. Clean up the bodywork and install. Other odds and ends. Yup... lot's to do yet. But at least it runs.
Later
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63ronin
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I hate days like this...
In my infinite wisdom I decided today was a good day to drop a motorcycle in the garage. Damn... are those GS 1100's heavy or what? And my 50 year old back took a beating trying to save it (I didn't) and then pick it up again (which I did). The good news, I am utterly amazed to say it looks as though the only damage was a broken front brake lever and broken right mirror. Lucky for me a large box holding an expensive auto part I am about to sell on e-bay broke the GS's fall. I thought perhaps I'll wait till tomorrow to open the box and check the part. Fingers crossed.
At least the garage is now all cleaned up and sorted so I have more room to work - or maybe get another bike...
In my infinite wisdom I decided today was a good day to drop a motorcycle in the garage. Damn... are those GS 1100's heavy or what? And my 50 year old back took a beating trying to save it (I didn't) and then pick it up again (which I did). The good news, I am utterly amazed to say it looks as though the only damage was a broken front brake lever and broken right mirror. Lucky for me a large box holding an expensive auto part I am about to sell on e-bay broke the GS's fall. I thought perhaps I'll wait till tomorrow to open the box and check the part. Fingers crossed.
At least the garage is now all cleaned up and sorted so I have more room to work - or maybe get another bike...
Now there is the right attitude.
Make a bigger wrenching area and decide the area should be used for another bike.
Make a bigger wrenching area and decide the area should be used for another bike.
Stinker about dropping ths bike in garage. I did it a few winters ago also, and also due to clutter in the garage......Kids stuff mainly.
When the 1150 started going, it was like trying to stop an elephant........
When the 1150 started going, it was like trying to stop an elephant........
