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It is much cheaper and easier. You can give zinc a very light buff to shine if you want to.

I can supply starter clutch repair kits. I have a great relationship with Zpower so if I don’t have it here I can usually get it there. Just let me know.

KK

Hi Nairb

Back in the day it was the trend to remove the grab rail and fit a rear carrier. Guess the grab rails got lost and binned.

You are right about the Stainless Steel ones. It is me that gets them made and I still do. I can also supply new starter clutch repair kits and most other parts you may need, I have sourced most things. Give me a…[Read more]

Thanks Kaptain.  I was surprised that they were Zinc plated.  In fact most things seem to be.  Well they have all been de-zinced, polished and sent to the Zinc platers.  37 bits all re-zinced for 20 quid.  Much quicker and cheaper than chrome plating.

I know I need to fix the starter clutch.  I have not tried it yet.

Are those “Starter Clutc…[Read more]

I have realise that the rear grab rail is missing…. Its for the B2 – 1977.  I read in previous posts that some may have been re-made in stainless and/or found in the USA.

If true, are any still available.?

Where did they all go?

Ta

Nairb

I believe they are zinc plated, including the chain adjusters which if you intend to restore is good for you as zinc plating is far cheaper than chroming.

Hello and welcome nairb.

Well done with your search and find. She looks like a great bike to start with. I also applaud your choice of keeping her as original as possible.

KK

Yes it is, I’m hoping to have it on the road for the TT

Hi Doug and welcome.

Obviously I applaud your choice of engine change. Can we see some pictures of your work?

Cheers

KK

Is that really the same bike?