I agree with the above post. With one exception... After helmet disassembly, and before any sanding takes place, thoroughly de-grease the helmet with an automotive paint de-greasing solution. If you don't, you are just sanding contaminants into your ... more »

I have a set of those CR blue booties. I dont think they would clean up though. Food for thought!

Deep down I knew I wasn't "that guy"! Although I admit I do have a flair for odd colored things. Case in point, my 83 CR250 has a white seat cover. I once built a 79 CR250 that was white with a black engine. Looked pretty bitchin. Fred Guidi has it now.

I would try aircraft stripper on the old adhesive for starters.

Nice build you have going on Sandman! I have a 91 Ohlins 360 I have been dragging my feet on restoring. You have given me a little inspiration! Curious what plastic you are using? I snagged a NOS rear fender and tank when I was gung ho on the resto. ... more »

Gents, I have been pulling trailers in various configurations since the late 70's. Started pulling a 3 rail with a 74 Mustang II. Right now I tow a 7x16 enclosed and a 35' Toyhauler with a 13 King Ranch Diesel. I have learned a few things along the way. ... more »

I do not use Lucas oil, but I might need some lube...

Gold rims and gold hubs. Timeless classic.

Simple and elegant.

In a previous post I stated that I lost a washer for the rear hub spacer and I ordered a NOS spacer assy. from Ebay. While cleaning up today I found the washer stuck to one of the rear wheel bearings!! Yay!! So I proceeded to finish off the the rear

I need opinions. Yay or nay...

Are you going into production? I am down for a couple sets...

Sandman, This tank is wide. I can see the advantage of doing this conversion. I was not aware that it was/is possible. DO you have a link as to someone that has done it? Might give me an idea of what is involved! Edit: Did a search and came up with this: ... more »

Having two disassembled machines, there is enough between the two to equip one machine. I think they are still available from Suzuki.

Thanks for the replies gents! I will look into a petcock from a 08 model.... Few more deliveries have rolled in. Radiators from Mylar's, Mitaka clutch basket, top end bearing to name a few. Waiting on a rear wheel spacer and the rear wheel area will

Sent out a set of radiators to Myler's in Utah to be straightened. Over the years, guessing 10 sets have been sent to them. Always have been satisfied. While I am throwing out plugs, a big shout out to ASV. They have always taken care of me, and as an ... more »

So the brown trucks are stopping by almost every day. Still waiting on more deliveries. Pulled a bonehead move. Lost the washer that goes on the collar between the bearings in the rear hub. Of course the item is no longer available from Suzuki. Perfect...

Posted by Sandman 768 Wow... your plating came out nice! Ohlins shock? Your moving right along..well done Thanks for the kind words Sandman. No sense in racing with a reconditioned tired 35 year old shock, when a new unit is available. Wish I could say

posted by Sandman768 The 84”s were vgood bikes. The non powervalves engine makes good low to mid power, not top end screamers. You can mix & match 82 head & flywheel for more rev is you desire. The 84 DLS front brake is better than the 83, they