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Posted: **Tue Jul 23, 2019 6:56 am**

In my couple of tentative rides I have yet to exceed 5000 rpm!!, Not only am I in my mid 70's ,but have only ever used old classics with about 30 HP which if used to the full was likely to cause components to escape or teeth to vibrate out. Its a big learning curve, brakes that work,electric start, suspension ,idiot lights, indicators, left gears,right foot brakes etc. its like I have been in suspended animation for 50 years!. I do like a challenge and I have been used to riding bikes that were world beating TT and speed record holders in their day (although that was 85 years ago in one case). Interesting that the storm was developed from a racer design, I have 2 other bikes that followed that line and they are both a handfull to ride today. I'm not a total numpty as I do get to work on (not ride) BSB and ex works TT exotica.

Posted: **Tue Jul 23, 2019 10:49 am**

Yes engine out but now I know how

. Lot of work but no messing with crank this time (I renewed shells while it was down) just split the cases and sort the bearing. If it goes quickly again I'll not redo it. As you'll know there are two types of bearing used on norton mainshaft, one has small balls and a thicker centre. The larger ball thin centre was a weakness but because of location the rumbling was never really noticeable. No such option on the honda though the replacement has lots of different ids from original. I pressed centre on shaft carefully as you should so I'm straw clutching really. Enjoy the grunt, you'll get used to it

Posted: **Tue Jul 23, 2019 10:53 am**

I sold my bike last August to MacV2 after owning it for 3 years as i decided to give up bikes altogether at the age of 72.I had been riding since 1962 and have owned many bikes (they wasn't classed as classic bikes when i had them) mainly Triumphs and BSA.In 1992 i bought a Kawasaki ZZR1100 and what a revelation that was.I have had Japanese since then.Out of all the bikes i have owned i really rated the VTR and you will get used to it and enjoy the torque and engine braking.To date this is the longest i have been without a bike and i didn't think i would miss riding, but i recently had a test ride on a Kawasaki ZZR1200 and a Kawasaki ZX12r.I was really tempted by the ZX12r,but then i put my sensible head on.I am now in negotiations with a mate of mine that has three Tritons and if a deal can be made i will soon be back on the road again.

Posted: **Tue Jul 23, 2019 1:48 pm**

Good luck with that Alan, be good to see you out again

Posted: **Tue Jul 23, 2019 7:29 pm**

alanfjones1411 wrote: ↑Tue Jul 23, 2019 10:53 am I sold my bike last August to MacV2 after owning it for 3 years as i decided to give up bikes altogether at the age of 72.I had been riding since 1962 and have owned many bikes (they wasn't classed as classic bikes when i had them) mainly Triumphs and BSA.In 1992 i bought a Kawasaki ZZR1100 and what a revelation that was.I have had Japanese since then.Out of all the bikes i have owned i really rated the VTR and you will get used to it and enjoy the torque and engine braking.To date this is the longest i have been without a bike and i didn't think i would miss riding, but i recently had a test ride on a Kawasaki ZZR1200 and a Kawasaki ZX12r.I was really tempted by the ZX12r,but then i put my sensible head on.I am now in negotiations with a mate of mine that has three Tritons and if a deal can be made i will soon be back on the road again.

Good luck with the Triton negotiations Alan. Is this the 2nd or 3rd attempt

If it's the 2nd you should be lucky on the 3rd attempt

Chris

Posted: **Tue Jul 23, 2019 8:21 pm**

sirch345 wrote: ↑Tue Jul 23, 2019 7:29 pm
alanfjones1411 wrote: ↑Tue Jul 23, 2019 10:53 am I sold my bike last August to MacV2 after owning it for 3 years as i decided to give up bikes altogether at the age of 72.I had been riding since 1962 and have owned many bikes (they wasn't classed as classic bikes when i had them) mainly Triumphs and BSA.In 1992 i bought a Kawasaki ZZR1100 and what a revelation that was.I have had Japanese since then.Out of all the bikes i have owned i really rated the VTR and you will get used to it and enjoy the torque and engine braking.To date this is the longest i have been without a bike and i didn't think i would miss riding, but i recently had a test ride on a Kawasaki ZZR1200 and a Kawasaki ZX12r.I was really tempted by the ZX12r,but then i put my sensible head on.I am now in negotiations with a mate of mine that has three Tritons and if a deal can be made i will soon be back on the road again.
Good luck with the Triton negotiations Alan. Is this the 2nd or 3rd attempt If it's the 2nd you should be lucky on the 3rd attempt

Chris

Second attempt Chris.I know that he needs money to rebuild a 1000cc Vincent engine that he plans to slot into a Norton featherbed frame.

Posted: **Tue Jul 23, 2019 8:43 pm**

alanfjones1411 wrote: ↑Tue Jul 23, 2019 8:21 pm
sirch345 wrote: ↑Tue Jul 23, 2019 7:29 pm
alanfjones1411 wrote: ↑Tue Jul 23, 2019 10:53 am I sold my bike last August to MacV2 after owning it for 3 years as i decided to give up bikes altogether at the age of 72.I had been riding since 1962 and have owned many bikes (they wasn't classed as classic bikes when i had them) mainly Triumphs and BSA.In 1992 i bought a Kawasaki ZZR1100 and what a revelation that was.I have had Japanese since then.Out of all the bikes i have owned i really rated the VTR and you will get used to it and enjoy the torque and engine braking.To date this is the longest i have been without a bike and i didn't think i would miss riding, but i recently had a test ride on a Kawasaki ZZR1200 and a Kawasaki ZX12r.I was really tempted by the ZX12r,but then i put my sensible head on.I am now in negotiations with a mate of mine that has three Tritons and if a deal can be made i will soon be back on the road again.
Good luck with the Triton negotiations Alan. Is this the 2nd or 3rd attempt If it's the 2nd you should be lucky on the 3rd attempt

Chris
Second attempt Chris.I know that he needs money to rebuild a 1000cc Vincent engine that he plans to slot into a Norton featherbed frame.

Wasn't that what Ogri from "Bike" magazine rode

Good luck, I hope it all comes together for you,

Chris.

Posted: **Fri Jul 26, 2019 12:05 pm**

sirch345 wrote: ↑Tue Jul 23, 2019 8:43 pm

Wasn't that what Orgi from "Bike" magazine rode

I hope it all comes together for you,

Chris.

That might have been "Ogri" from bike magazine; I assume that "Orgi" that "comes together" is from one of your other, non bike related magazines..........

Posted: **Sat Jul 27, 2019 11:43 pm**

tony.mon wrote: ↑Fri Jul 26, 2019 12:05 pm
sirch345 wrote: ↑Tue Jul 23, 2019 8:43 pm

Wasn't that what Orgi from "Bike" magazine rode

I hope it all comes together for you,

Chris.
That might have been "Ogri" from bike magazine; I assume that "Orgi" that "comes together" is from one of your other, non bike related magazines..........

well spotted Tony

May be I'm dyslexic, apparently that's referred to as "transposing"

I sincerely hope I spelt that right

Chris.

PS. I've corrected my error now

Posted: **Mon Jul 29, 2019 6:27 pm**

It was funnier before!

Posted: **Fri Aug 16, 2019 7:18 pm**

Hi All, Getting a few rides in, the power is a revelation after riding old classics for half a century. Putting some EP90 on the waxed chain released some stiff links and loads of slack. gearchange much improved. Bike appears faultless apart from low bars and dive under braking. Thinking of taking up ballet to help with legover issues.

Posted: **Fri Aug 16, 2019 10:19 pm**

Bikerbob wrote: ↑Fri Aug 16, 2019 7:18 pm Hi All, Getting a few rides in, the power is a revelation after riding old classics for half a century. Putting some EP90 on the waxed chain released some stiff links and loads of slack. gearchange much improved. Bike appears faultless apart from low bars and dive under braking. Thinking of taking up ballet to help with legover issues.

I like that,

Chris.

Posted: **Wed Sep 04, 2019 1:03 pm**

Hi and welcome

Posted: **Thu Dec 19, 2019 8:22 pm**

Looks like the Storm will have to go. Main issue is that its just too high ,getting on or off is a painfull drama that's only going to get worse. So whats a tangerine 98 worth?. Its done 12k and very clean with max torque cans , Tyres ,chain,brakes all look good as new . Nothing needs doing except the usual upgrades to reg etc. Forks set up by specialist , paint exelent . Starts on the button ,Best bike I have ever ridden ,but no use to arthritic old fart.

Posted: **Fri Dec 20, 2019 5:04 pm**

Sorry to hear that... I wondered if I could live with it after many years on a classic..... My technique is to bend the leg and then throw it over. I'm 68 in March and not that flexible. At least once I'm on its comfy and feet down, unlike the Commando. I guess you could start around £1750 but even low mileage bikes aren't going for a lot.
Good luck with the sale.

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