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Mike H
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Yes it's that bluddy Ural again - but this was quite a red letter day today - the culmination of weeks of planning and "modifications" and not a little expense.
Still have a slight electrical issue however... |
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"Chicken nuggets don't dance on a Tuesday."
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Brian UK
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Electrical problem? That'll be that canbus system.
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Better 5 minutes late in this world than years early in the next. |
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v7john
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On Sunday I rode the V7Sport all of 10 miles to the local MGCGB meet at the "Internal Fire - Museum of Power". This is mainly ( but not solely) a diesel engine museum. I've always liked this place. Despite the short distance the bike is now absolutely filthy.
It also appears I've become a volunteer at the museum. |
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1972 V7Sport "The Racing Rhino".
1972 V7 700cc "The Fire Bike". 1954? Superalce 1954 BSA M33 (to be sold) Read my blog https://racingrhino.wordpress.com/ |
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iansoady
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Got it MoT'd. It took longer for the computer to respond than to do the test.
Oh, and it passed with flying colours..... |
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Ian
1952 Norton ES2 1986 Honda XBR500 1958-ish Greeves/Triumph in progress |
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Mike H
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By accident? Hand on shoulder on the way out, "oh and by the way ..." |
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v7john
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At some point in a conversation with the owner my enthusiasm for all things mechanical and the fact that I am retired was exposed. I confirmed that I possess my own overalls, safety boots and live locally. Whereupon it was suggested that I present myself at the museum on Wednesday morning. I believe I will be what is known as an "oily rag". My mate Bunny had already left by then but I've volunteered him as well |
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1972 V7Sport "The Racing Rhino".
1972 V7 700cc "The Fire Bike". 1954? Superalce 1954 BSA M33 (to be sold) Read my blog https://racingrhino.wordpress.com/ |
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motopete
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Not today, but last Saturday, I spent ALL DAY cleaning the V7 after a ride with the Warks/Leicester crowd. It looked like I'd been off road! BTW that Diesel museum looks interesting John, do they run any of the engines?
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v7john
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There are always engines working when the museum is open. 80 of the 180 or so there will run and different ones are started up during the day. They also now have a steam hall but nothing is running in there yet. I think they have had to stop running the Bristol Proteus gas turbine powered generating set. I saw (and heard) it running last year. |
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1972 V7Sport "The Racing Rhino".
1972 V7 700cc "The Fire Bike". 1954? Superalce 1954 BSA M33 (to be sold) Read my blog https://racingrhino.wordpress.com/ |
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iansoady
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Was that the museum that featured in a TV programme presented by the vet? Looked interesting.
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Ian
1952 Norton ES2 1986 Honda XBR500 1958-ish Greeves/Triumph in progress |
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kateguy
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We just off to Guzzi club 3rd wednesday meet at the Hollybush....Longsdon....
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Moto Guzzi Club GB.....
850 LE MANS...1 & 2....V7 Loop Frame..V7 Sport replica...Guzzi Daytona...Ducati 900ss Bevel not belt.....Laverda 3C ....and an MZ... |
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rapheal
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I like the colour
it looks very smart
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Mike H
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In other words, you opened your gob Well I have no sympathy |
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"Chicken nuggets don't dance on a Tuesday."
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motopete
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Had a ride down to the bus running day at the Great Central Loughborough. It was full of "bus/train enthusiasts" but nevertheless was a grand day out.
I just love the sound of those big low revving Diesels and whining gears , reminds me of my Guzzi! It also reminded me how slow traffic used to be and what a hard physical job it was driving those old busses.
All the bus rides are free . Had a trip on an immaculate 1960's AEC and back on a 1936 Leyland. Then rode home in the rain... Where did that summer weather go?? |
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cugsy
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Took the tractor to Stu and Dodge in Dereham for a new clutch. It slips a tad. Better now than in froggy land
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Due to italian electrickery I am saying nowt. Despite nearly giving the Vstrom away the honda has gone...
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GuzziHero
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Fitted the new Griso bearings to the yoke, the yoke to the bike, and the forks to the whole assembly.
At least its progress. Hunting for an hour for the bloody stem nut tool was not quick progress, I'll admit...! |
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A tappy Guzzi is a happy Guzzi!
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