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  • #211
    Originally posted by rookieraj View Post
    I'm a little disappointed though, that after doing everything myself, I had to employ a mechanic to get the bike to fire. But I have only my overconfidence to blame. Had I listened to the advice of PSR Anna, Muthu Anna, Yamdoot and Sarin, I could have done everything by myself. Really silly of me.

    And then, I'm again reminded of PSR Anna's signature - 'When was the last time you did something for the first time?'

    Meanwhile, a big Thanks to Yamdoot for sending me some really vital and rare to find OEM spares.
    Welcome to the club of learners......do you think I got things right first time ? Like I always say..I was born earlier to most members here and so got the opportunity to learn early..that is all the difference between you and me..
    Glad things got sorted out and YOU DID LEARN MANY THINGS now.
    Good Luck to you always...
    When Was The Last Time,You Did Something For The First Time.

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    • #212
      Originally posted by psr View Post
      Welcome to the club of learners......do you think I got things right first time ? Like I always say..I was born earlier to most members here and so got the opportunity to learn early..that is all the difference between you and me..
      Glad things got sorted out and YOU DID LEARN MANY THINGS now.
      Good Luck to you always...
      You are a gem Psr sir.
      1985 Yamaha RD350 HT
      1989 Ki-Honda 110
      1994 Suzuki Shogun
      1997 Yamaha RX135
      2008 Yamaha FZ
      Suzuki Supra Powerup
      IND-SUZUKI AX100
      Hero IMPULSE
      TVS NTORQ


      No Cams, No Valves, No Headaches.

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      • #213
        Originally posted by yamdoot View Post
        You are a gem Psr sir.
        No more than you or others who have a big heart to say kind and encouraging words to others...
        When Was The Last Time,You Did Something For The First Time.

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        • #214
          Sneak Peek

          Not quite there yet, but very close. cell phone cam, please pardon.


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          • #215
            Originally posted by rookieraj View Post
            Not quite there yet, but very close. cell phone cam, please pardon.
            Looking good Major. why is there a seat beading? looks odd. and how about chroming the indicators? OE mirrors will be better.
            1985 Yamaha RD350 HT
            1989 Ki-Honda 110
            1994 Suzuki Shogun
            1997 Yamaha RX135
            2008 Yamaha FZ
            Suzuki Supra Powerup
            IND-SUZUKI AX100
            Hero IMPULSE
            TVS NTORQ


            No Cams, No Valves, No Headaches.

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            • #216
              Originally posted by yamdoot View Post
              Looking good Major. why is there a seat beading? looks odd. and how about chroming the indicators? OE mirrors will be better.
              Glad you liked it Doc inspite of its many flaws. I couldn't source a rear grab rail. The beading was to compensate for the lack of the chrome grab rail. I guess it didn't turn out as intended. My bike had regular black indicators originally so I went for these. OE mirrors are again difficult to source so I chose the Avenger ones.

              There are still a hundred and one things to do - sort out the alignment of the rear tyre, fix a chain cover, grab rail and leg guard. The horn sounds weak so maybe I'll change that too. But all this after I can sort out the carb and the oil leak from the clutch cover!!!

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              • #217
                Originally posted by rookieraj View Post
                Glad you liked it Doc inspite of its many flaws. I couldn't source a rear grab rail. The beading was to compensate for the lack of the chrome grab rail. I guess it didn't turn out as intended. My bike had regular black indicators originally so I went for these. OE mirrors are again difficult to source so I chose the Avenger ones.

                There are still a hundred and one things to do - sort out the alignment of the rear tyre, fix a chain cover, grab rail and leg guard. The horn sounds weak so maybe I'll change that too. But all this after I can sort out the carb and the oil leak from the clutch cover!!!
                Oh i didnt know you didnt have those. You could have included them in the list you sent me. Do you want me to search for the grab rail and mirrors?
                1985 Yamaha RD350 HT
                1989 Ki-Honda 110
                1994 Suzuki Shogun
                1997 Yamaha RX135
                2008 Yamaha FZ
                Suzuki Supra Powerup
                IND-SUZUKI AX100
                Hero IMPULSE
                TVS NTORQ


                No Cams, No Valves, No Headaches.

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                • #218
                  Originally posted by yamdoot View Post
                  Oh i didnt know you didnt have those. You could have included them in the list you sent me. Do you want me to search for the grab rail and mirrors?
                  Doc, i don't need to amuse you but let me tell you this. You've already done so much for this bike that it becomes embarrassing to keep asking you for favours.

                  So, i'm first going to move heaven and earth in looking for those things here in Delhi. In a few months time maybe i'll knock on your door again!

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                  • #219
                    @Rookieraj good restoration...the letters of Kawasaki on the petrol tank and KB125 on the side shield are too big and seem to take the charm out of the whole Pic. I see a small end extension on the left handle bar beyond the grip..have you added any bar end weights ? The metal seat beading makes it look more like RX100.
                    Your effort shows in the restoration.
                    When Was The Last Time,You Did Something For The First Time.

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                    • #220
                      Originally posted by psr View Post
                      @Rookieraj good restoration...the letters of Kawasaki on the petrol tank and KB125 on the side shield are too big and seem to take the charm out of the whole Pic. I see a small end extension on the left handle bar beyond the grip..have you added any bar end weights ? The metal seat beading makes it look more like RX100.
                      Your effort shows in the restoration.
                      Anna, thank you for all the help and motivation.

                      Yeah, the stickering has become a little too big. I'll try to change it sometime later.

                      And yes, those are bar end weights. I'd bought a Platina handle earlier but I didn't like it and it stood out like a sore thumb. Yamdoot and Sarin too pointed it out so I bought a Pulsar 150 KS handle bar. It isn't the same as the KB but very similar in the profile. Now this handle had the provision for the bar end weights so I thought why not? I believe the weights reduce the handle vibes to an extent. Was I wrong here?

                      The beading does make it look like an RX but its fait accompli now. And I was doing everything for the first time!

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                      • #221
                        I also see a fan there. Was the engine running when the pic was taken?
                        1985 Yamaha RD350 HT
                        1989 Ki-Honda 110
                        1994 Suzuki Shogun
                        1997 Yamaha RX135
                        2008 Yamaha FZ
                        Suzuki Supra Powerup
                        IND-SUZUKI AX100
                        Hero IMPULSE
                        TVS NTORQ


                        No Cams, No Valves, No Headaches.

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                        • #222
                          Originally posted by yamdoot View Post
                          I also see a fan there. Was the engine running when the pic was taken?
                          Yes Doc, the fan was set up to provide the air-flow during the initial start-up as the fins would not be able to cool the engine while it was stationary.

                          I read that somewhere.
                          Last edited by rookieraj; 03-11-2012, 05:02 AM. Reason: typo

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                          • #223
                            Originally posted by rookieraj View Post
                            Yes Doc, the fan was set up to provide the sir-flow during the initial start-up as the fins would not be able to cool the engine while it was stationary.

                            I read that somewhere.
                            Perfect! place the fan more closer to the block.
                            Btw, if i really find a grab handle and mirrors do you seriously want me to get them?
                            1985 Yamaha RD350 HT
                            1989 Ki-Honda 110
                            1994 Suzuki Shogun
                            1997 Yamaha RX135
                            2008 Yamaha FZ
                            Suzuki Supra Powerup
                            IND-SUZUKI AX100
                            Hero IMPULSE
                            TVS NTORQ


                            No Cams, No Valves, No Headaches.

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                            • #224
                              Originally posted by yamdoot View Post
                              Btw, if i really find a grab handle and mirrors do you seriously want me to get them?
                              As I said earlier Doc, I'm embarrassed to admit it but yes, I would seriously love to have the grab rail and the mirrors. If its not too much trouble, may I also request you to look out for a leg guard?

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                              • #225
                                looking good rookie! very good job
                                try to shape the chrome beading on the seat with the lines of the rear panel instead of the curvy look, i bet it will look good!
                                1987 RE 350, 1998 Suzuki Shaolin, 2013 Duke, 2017 Psynyde Furan

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