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Following on from the previous article which highlighted the Futura’s electrical failure on my way to Scotland, I’ve been busy in the garage trying to test and resolve all the charging and electrical problems. Replacement rectifier Instead of using another aftermarket replacement rectifier I decided to implement the much discussed Read more
With the weather finally becoming a bit warmer it was time to get stuck-in to some more jobs in the garage. I ordered a replacement clutch hub for my GSXR1100 before Christmas, and with bike on the lift I can get started. I had previously replaced the steel plates, which Read more
The GSXR1100 doesn’t get used much over winter unless we get some sunny days, the smaller GSXR750 takes up the slack during this time. Like most people these days who own classic bikes or classic cars you are probably seeing more and more carburettor issues as a result of higher Read more
I came across an interesting article today where it appears that all US registered motorcycle owners are included within a classified gang list. I live in the United Kingdom so doesn’t apply to me (I hope!!), but it does appear to be a worrying turn of events when groups of people Read more
Like most people who follow the motorcycle scene, it now appears that the price of classic 80s two stroke motorcycles has climbed to the point where most barn finds and basket cases are now becoming too expensive to consider as a sensible restoration project. The big motorcycle manufacturers appear to Read more