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    So, 250cc Riders...

    I have ridden many bikes over the years, from a Suzuki TS125s to Suzuki Katana 1100s. I like the 250 class (especially 2-strokes) because it...
    Post by: Ian B., Apr 5, 2015 in forum: The Pub
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    Pinned So what have you done to your bike today?

    Thanks Phil - been very busy with work unfortunately. Spent today mocking up the SST250LC to see what needs to be done Fitted the FT400/500...
    Post by: Ian B., Mar 29, 2015 in forum: The Pub
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    Pinned So what have you done to your bike today?

    Finally fitted the rear narrowed swingarm / suspension from Honda FT500 (disc brake conversion).....:cool: Ian B. [IMG] [IMG]
    Post by: Ian B., Mar 26, 2015 in forum: The Pub
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    Pinned So what have you done to your bike today?

    Thanks Phil, looks good. Will give them a try, Kind regards, Ian B,
    Post by: Ian B., Sep 7, 2014 in forum: The Pub
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    Pinned So what have you done to your bike today?

    I thought I could get away with just cleaning the seat and patching up some light rust. After scraping / cleaning / sanding for a couple of hours...
    Post by: Ian B., Sep 7, 2014 in forum: The Pub
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    Pinned So what have you done to your bike today?

    Don't underestimate the fun to be had with an angle grinder....
    Post by: Ian B., Aug 19, 2014 in forum: The Pub
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    Discussion Why 250's?

    My 2C worth re. 250s. I was in the UK when I started riding and ‘L’ platers were limited to 250cc, as insurance companies made it impossible to...
    Post by: Ian B., Aug 19, 2014 in forum: The Pub
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    Pinned So what have you done to your bike today?

    Had a real score of Fleabay US. NOS '78 AMF-HD SS250 main wiring harness, unused for $100. Sounds a lot I know but I had at least 10 hours ahead...
    Post by: Ian B., Aug 18, 2014 in forum: The Pub
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    Swingarm Bearing Replacement

    Thanks, guys. 27mm it is. Ian B.
    Post by: Ian B., Aug 11, 2014 in forum: Maintenance
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    Swingarm Bearing Replacement

    Hi, I am converting my swingarm to needle bearings from rubber bushings. There is no kit for this so I am adapting from another bike. The needle...
    Thread by: Ian B., Aug 11, 2014, 4 replies, in forum: Maintenance
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    The Perpetual YouTube thread

    I like this one. Those roads are nowhere near as wide as they look..... [MEDIA]
    Post by: Ian B., Jul 29, 2014 in forum: The Pub
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    Powdercoating

    Thanks, had some contact w/ Kadowaki - good shop but much, much too expensive for what I am looking to do. If I can find a reputable shop in Aus,...
    Post by: Ian B., Jul 28, 2014 in forum: The Pub
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    Pinned So what have you done to your bike today?

    Got the angle grinder out again and separated the rear wheel from the scrap swingram. Axle had corrosion-fused to the bearings and brake caliper...
    Post by: Ian B., Jul 28, 2014 in forum: The Pub
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    Powdercoating

    Hi Murdo, Thanks for your email. Unfortunately I am in West Japan and all the powdercoaters here are business 2 business only. There are some...
    Post by: Ian B., Jul 27, 2014 in forum: The Pub