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« Reply #15 on: March 23, 2023, 05:34:25 AM »
Very very nice.
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« Reply #16 on: March 23, 2023, 07:34:52 AM »
Agreed, a fine example of a great motorcycle. That will be a fun ride !!
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'69 Firebird Scrambler, '72 Tiger V, '71 BSA B50SS, '71 Commando 750, '72 Norton Roadster 750 Combat, '74 NORVIL 850, '77 RE Bullet, '51 Ariel Square 4(collector plates)
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rebuilding, '68 A65 Thunderbolt, '48 BSA A7 500 Twin, '76 Suzuki GT750, '69 Norton S type 750, '71 Norton Commando 750, (2) '63-65 Honda CA200 Sport Touring, '78 Honda CT90, '67 Triumph Daytona 500, '36 Ariel Red Hunter VH500 twin-port
waiting (5) D1/D7/D14/TrailBronc - BSA Bantams, '67 A65 Spitfire, '66 441 Victor Enduro, (2) '72 Trident T150U, '73 T150V, (2) '61 DM100C Ducati Cadet, (2) '76 Kawasaki KH400, '70 Bultaco Mk3 Lobito 125, (6) 59 to 63 Tiger Cubs, '74 Ducati 450 Scrambler,'69 BSA Rocket 3, '51 rigid and '53 sprung BSA C10's, '56 Ariel SQ4, '49 Ariel SQ4, '32 Ariel SB31 550cc SideValve
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« Reply #17 on: March 23, 2023, 01:36:16 PM »
Job well done!  Very nice indeed!
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« Reply #18 on: March 23, 2023, 05:59:56 PM »
I wish I had some skill when it came to bodywork and paint. I always over sand and reveal a line between filler and metal/think it all looks good and spray some gloss paint and see ALL the flaws. Really touchy feely artsy skills needed.And the base/clear enamel, urethane, lacquer,guide coat are a foreign language to me.
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« Reply #19 on: March 23, 2023, 10:08:02 PM »
Just use a bristle Brush and label the machine a RAT BIKE.
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« Reply #20 on: March 24, 2023, 05:17:35 AM »
THAT I could pull off.
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« Reply #21 on: March 24, 2023, 09:30:42 AM »
i don't like painting either. i'd rather powder coat. but sometimes it is a necessary evil. so much work and time with all the coats and sanding and polishing. it is satisfying when it comes out ok. it is a six foot job. now to get it running.
steve g, do you have a part number for that kicker? the pne i ordered is 60-1464.
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« Reply #22 on: March 24, 2023, 10:14:11 AM »
Looks very nice indeed,  are you taking it to the Norton rally in June?

John
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« Reply #23 on: March 25, 2023, 10:33:15 AM »
Steve, are you talking about the Mk3 specific kickstart 12-1018 (complete) or perhaps just the splined portion 06-6397 ?? I should try one of those out on my 750's.
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« Reply #24 on: March 25, 2023, 11:15:10 AM »
   The MK3 kick starter, found on all electric start left hand shift MK3’s,  is considered a regular upgrade for all other previous Commandos. It is a different shape, does not have that lovely curve to it. It’s more straight. It’s angle, and it’s distance offset from the gearbox splines shaft is less, it’s closer, so it puts direct pressure on the shaft rather than sideways pressure, which causes wear by rocking back and forth on the shaft. Plus it’s slightly easier to kick start the bike as a result.
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« Reply #25 on: March 25, 2023, 11:16:45 AM »
  Yes, the complete unit, not just the end piece. Yes, #12-1018. plus the MK3 kick lever eliminates the usual problem of the kick starter hitting the exhaust.
 BTW, do not buy an oriental made unit, only buy OEM Andover part.
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 1966 Keystone Tas 50
 1981 Can-Am 250 MX6
 1966 BSA 250 Starfire
 1976 Honda 400-4 Supersport
 1982 Can-Am 500 Sonic
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 1979 Honda CBX
 1988 Ducati 750 Paso 750 Euro
 1972 Suzuki 750 GT ‘Kettle’
 1972 Kawasaki 750 H2
 1993 BMW R100GSPD
 1984 Honda CR500
 1979 Honda CBX sandcast
 1975 Honda 400-4 SS
 2001 Moto Guzzi V11 Sport
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« Reply #26 on: March 28, 2023, 08:49:03 AM »
Agreed, Andover product is a better choice.
Frank
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'69 Firebird Scrambler, '72 Tiger V, '71 BSA B50SS, '71 Commando 750, '72 Norton Roadster 750 Combat, '74 NORVIL 850, '77 RE Bullet, '51 Ariel Square 4(collector plates)
rolling,  '68 441 Victor Special, '69 441 Victor Special, '76 Yamaha RD 400, '76 Kawasaki KH400, '48 BSA A7 500 Twin, '70 Triumph Daytona 500, '71 Suzuki Stinger T125
rebuilding, '68 A65 Thunderbolt, '48 BSA A7 500 Twin, '76 Suzuki GT750, '69 Norton S type 750, '71 Norton Commando 750, (2) '63-65 Honda CA200 Sport Touring, '78 Honda CT90, '67 Triumph Daytona 500, '36 Ariel Red Hunter VH500 twin-port
waiting (5) D1/D7/D14/TrailBronc - BSA Bantams, '67 A65 Spitfire, '66 441 Victor Enduro, (2) '72 Trident T150U, '73 T150V, (2) '61 DM100C Ducati Cadet, (2) '76 Kawasaki KH400, '70 Bultaco Mk3 Lobito 125, (6) 59 to 63 Tiger Cubs, '74 Ducati 450 Scrambler,'69 BSA Rocket 3, '51 rigid and '53 sprung BSA C10's, '56 Ariel SQ4, '49 Ariel SQ4, '32 Ariel SB31 550cc SideValve
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« Reply #27 on: March 28, 2023, 09:23:48 AM »
Quote from: Wheels on March 24, 2023, 10:14:11 AM
Looks very nice indeed,  are you taking it to the Norton rally in June?

John
where would this rally be held? and when exactly?
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« Reply #28 on: March 28, 2023, 04:19:05 PM »
  I’m already signed and paid to be at the rally. June 22-24, Winthrop, Wa.
  INOA , International Norton Owners Club. It’s not too often this big gathering finds itself in this region, with this giant gathering of Norton’s. It was to be held and co-hosted by the Okanagan chapter of the BC British MC Owners Club, in Lumby,  but the lockdown completely screwed that up. Winthrop is a very cool town, with very high quality riding in the area, great food and drink.
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'81 Laverda Jota Mk11 180
'89 Honda RC30
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'08 BMW R1200GS

Previous Garage Residents
 1966 Keystone Tas 50
 1981 Can-Am 250 MX6
 1966 BSA 250 Starfire
 1976 Honda 400-4 Supersport
 1982 Can-Am 500 Sonic
 1984 Kawasaki KZ 750 L4
 1979 Honda CBX
 1988 Ducati 750 Paso 750 Euro
 1972 Suzuki 750 GT ‘Kettle’
 1972 Kawasaki 750 H2
 1993 BMW R100GSPD
 1984 Honda CR500
 1979 Honda CBX sandcast
 1975 Honda 400-4 SS
 2001 Moto Guzzi V11 Sport
 2006 Yamaha FJR 1300
1972 Norton Combat Roadster 810
 1972 BMW R75/2 SWB
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