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Brand New Magnetos available for
BSA A-65 engines. May fit others that use the Lucas BTH style magneto. You be the expert here! I have lots
of photos, and you can view most of them on my Ebay ad. Or, I will e-mail them by request! $399.00 Blowout Price!
I specialize in hard-to-find Harley XLCR pieces. If I don't have it, let me find it for you!
The XLCR
is a real head-turner! It's also a great functional rider that is reliable, and FUN! Most parts are still
available from a number of sources. E-Mail me with your needs!
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Let us help you with your classic bike needs! Remember our motto; "Ride 'em, don't hide 'em!"
Z1-R Restoration Tips!! Here are some good things to know when you begin the restoration or repair of a 1978 Kawasaki Z1-R!: PAINT: The original Stardust Silver Metallic
is no longer available from any normal source. I found that the 2004 Acura MDX color "Havasu Blue" is a near
exact match, and is a much better paint! Look for it in your PPG store. WHEELS: The original wheels are a machined finish. I had a local guy in Phoenix write a CNC
program to cut the wheels perfectly. This will lremove surface inperfections and staining. First remove the tires,
tubes, wheel weights and rim-locks. Also remove the bearings, seals, and bearing spacers, leaving only the bare
wheel castings. Ship the wheels to "Sun Valley Wheels at 3919 South 28th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85040".
They will strip the finish, have the wheels powdercoated in your choice of color (satin black is typical) and then will machine
the finish for a PERFECT factory looking wheel. Call Matt @ 602-276-1025. TIRES: Bridgestone makes a set of replacement tires for the Z1-R that are near exact duplicates
of the original Dunlops. They are called "Accolade" series. One note: If you plan to show the bike,
you may be docked points for "non-original" tires. In this situation, you are expected to use the same "brand"
of tire (Dunlop), rather than ones that actually "look" correct. Go figure... SEAT COVER: There is a guy from San Diego that advertises covers
on Ebay for about $40 or so. They are EXCELLENT reproductions. WINDSHIELD: The original plastic windshields are all but gone. The last one I found was
$350! You can buy one from Gustafsson Plastics for about $99. They have a gold stamp on them that is easily removable
using a tiny bit of Simichrome polish. You will also have to measure and drill for the rubber surround that attaches
at the top edge, if you plan on keeping it "original". HEADLAMP SEAL: The original Kaw seals for the headlamp bulb are no longer produced. You
can buy one for a Harley-Davidson Fat Boy that is nearly identical! GENERAL PARTS: PowerSportsPro.com
has a large quantity of OEM parts still available through Japanese suppliers. They are NOT "cheap", and they
are NOT "fast!" But, they have a bunch of great stuff!! PARTS MANUAL: You may need a parts manual to identify numbers (the best way to source parts) and to show you
EXACTLY how things are supposed to be assembled. This manual also provides exact sizes of o-rings, seals, and fasteners. Kawasaki
put these on microfiche. I have a limited supply of these manuals that I converted from original Kawasaki microfiche
onto paper.
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THIS MONTH'S TOPIC! "I want to restore my Classic motorcycle. How much will it cost?".
Now THERE is a very difficult question to answer!
The two leading Triumph restorers will accept your old Bonneville and $12,000 to get started. Think that's CRAZY?
Think again. The once featured Norton N15CS project has taken
nearly a full year to complete! Only part of the project is the assembly of restored parts. Many hours go into
the locating of correct pieces, and working with the best vendors.
Typically, the Brit bikes are tougher; partly due to their high rates of wear. Most everything mechanical will
need attention! The other problem is that each marque has some irregularities. Many Brit models vary
from bike to bike simply due to the use of left-over parts, changes in running production, and mergers or buy outs which blend
parts from both companies! The N15 is such a bike, with Norton power,
Matchless frame, and AMC transmission. These are often referred to as "hybrid" bikes. The good thing
is that most Brit bikes remained relatively unchanged year after year, and many parts are used consistently in many different
models (Lucas, etc). They also have a high amount of enthusiast loyalty, which keeps the parts supply going. Japanese models tend to be consistent, and restorations of the same models should
be painless. However, parts are often hard to find as these bikes did not seem to earn the same affection
as non-Japanese models. Parts for these older bikes simply faded away as new models came out each year! Also, Japanese
bikes are EXTREMELY COMPLICATED, with many having nearly TWICE as many parts as an American or Brit bike! The good news
is that Japanese bikes tend to remain quite mechanically sound if cared for, and you will find most will need cosmetic work more than anything else. The
best answer to restoring that old clunker in the barn? "SELL IT, AND BUY A BIKE ALREADY DONE!" I know
that sounds bad coming from a guy that retores bikes, but the fact is that you will SAVE time and money buying a bike that has
already been completed! If you have to restore the one you have, be prepared to spend a bundle! The good thing
is, they sure are beautiful when done! Old Bikes Rule!
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FUTURE EVENTS: The famous Sturgis Motorcycle Rally will be upon us again soon! Usually the 2nd or 3rd
week in August. It's not for everyone, but it's something most bike people would want to do just once! Also, time to plan for a trip to Las Vegas in January for
the MidAmerica Classic Motorcycle Auction at Southpoint Hotel. This event is, without a doubt,
the LARGEST of it's kind. Featuring nearly 500 classic bikes available, there is something for every wallet. Tired
of watching the stock market eat your investments? Try investing in some real iron! At least you can actually
"touch"it, "ride" it, "show" it, and even "ride" it! Try that with your cash
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