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Wow, that wobbz chap is massively talented! Definitely someone to go to for high end finishes. However I really would like to learn, and give it a go myself… I have found a 2k black gloss kit on Amazon, I’ve posted a photo of it, would this be good enough if I strip original paint off first (wheels)...

Thank you for the quick reply Chris, that link was EPIC! must have read the whole thing three times so far. Need to find a reputable paint supplier now

Hi guys, So having sorted a few of the mechanicals out, I’ve now decided to be impulsive and got myself a hvlp spray gun having never used one, or painted anything besides a house wall. As usual I’ve purchased a tool without researching what is actually involved and now find myself whirling around i...

Also does anyone know if I can get a replacement for the choke cable ‘connector’, ideally a metal one as I’ve just found the reason my choke isn’t great, the thread has snapped halfway.

Ah brilliant, just measured the washers I’ve got and they’re 0.61mm.

Will that have affect it too much?

Hi guys, Doing my first carb strip down and rebuild following the cracking detailed instructable from here, but like a massive rock wombling helmet I yanked the needle a little too keenly and before I knew it, something went ping across the garage!!! Thinking it must’ve been a ghost I thought nothin...

Hi, Apologies for adding to an already exhausted topic, have used the search function now so if ever I repeat a topic that has already been answered snap me like the stud I snapped today!!! Unfortunately haven’t access to a mig welder currently (though in the process of making a good case to get one...

Me and my bright pissing ideas….got headers off to give a quick cheap refurb to, had one stud left in…did the usual (thread release, heat, and used stud puller) and the frigging things sheared off leaving 3-4mm sticking out. Any suggestions would be welcome, the obvious kinds also. Cheers guys. http...

Thanks for all of the welcomes chaps! My aim for the next twelve months is to learn as much ‘spannering’ on this bike whilst also using it daily, (weekends ideally excluded - (very dependent on my dear darling boss) Regarding the reliable member I’ve found, it’s his judge of character that is likely...

Hi everyone, Wanted to quickly introduce myself. I’m Chris, 41, and I am a bike-a-holic 😜. Owned a 1998 vtr1000 for about a month now, it was an impulse buy off of Facebook and bought as a daily commuter (and yes, I know I’m a massive tit because they’re thirsty, but luckily I only work six miles fr...