83 Gpz 550Just thought I would throw this in the mix of old bikes. Randy  (Beaumont Tx)

Not Good!!!!

Chain hanging out....

Don’t beleive ‘em when they tell you, ” It was running when I got it!”, unless you see it yourself!  I went to take off the valve cover to replace the gasket and found a broken exhaust cam chain which happens to drive both cams. looking down into the crankcase, I also noticed that the primary shaft Hy-Vo chain is off track with the end of the exhaust chain jammed in it. This repair will require splitting the crakcase and I’m not really looking forward to doing that as that requires the removal of all exterior assemblies from the crankcase…. it’s going to be a loooong winter!

Been watching the site and am glad to see the vintage enthusiasm. I have been into the old bikes since before they were vintage. My but the years do pass quickly. Here are some of the toys. The project is a 1967 Bonneville and should have no trouble hitting the pavement by spring. Have a group of friends here that have vintage stuff (mostly British) and we would be very interested in the 100 miler. If the logistics would work out we could have at least 8 bikes. Keep up the good work and I looking forward to being a part.

Just scored an old race bike that my friend

76 yz80c

had in his shed for years. Lots of vintage race goodies from days gone by. It has a radial head marked FC and an aluminum swingarm. Just wondering if anyone remembers some of these old parts? Going to restore it and need all the info I can get. Thanks!!!

Guess?

Got an early Xmas present… know what it is?

I just got a flyer for the Randall park Swap meet.The Phone no. is 440-283-5130. Its Sunday Jan 31st,Gen admission is$8.00 and its open from8 to 4 . Earlybird admission is$15.00 and you get in from 6 to 4 . I guess you can call the phone number for more info. The guys name is Skip Broulund, his “E” mail is motorproductions@yahoo,com

Hi! New to group,how old are Vintage BIKES? i JUST GOT A1985 Kaw is it old enough for this group? ALso i”m in mentor area anyone have an old 1985 plate they  dont want or would sell cheap so i can use it for my bike?  Thanks, Lookinf froward to talking to you all again, Thanks again, BUD

http://www.dl45homepage.com/events.html

Time Warp Vintage Motorcycle Club(http://www.timewarpvmc.org)  is a nice group of vintage bike enthusiasts that I found on the web.  They’re based in Knoxville Tennessee.

I’ve been thinking that with the upcoming riding season here in Ohio (unfortunately, it’s not coming anytime soon) it would be nice to actually get together with some of you for some riding….aside from the 100 mile ride I’m trying to plan.  I’m not sure what we would do with a formal club…but anyone who is interested give it some thought.

Sorry it took me so long to post something here.  I’ve been slammed with deadlines at work.

Brian

http://www.myrd200site.com/rd200_restorations.html Found this site of a Yamaha  RD200 restoration, pretty detailed and some good tips etc.

Look'n Good

I was thinking about selling the 79 750 Annv. Edition bike for money for parts to fix up the 79 K so I put an add on Craigs list. Started out at $1200 and after no responses, lowered it to $1000 FIRM and got 2 emails. One never showed and the other wanted to barter. Here’s what he sent back:  ” just wondered would you take 500 cash, a riding mower a 1400 psi pressure washer and an air compressor. just another deal to throw out there”…. sent pics too and in the background of one pic was one bike and about 3 or 4 more covered up! Seems like there is always somebody out there looking for something for nothing. I’m not giving this bike away! If I wanted to do that I’de give it to Goodwill or some one here! I told the guy that I’ve seen these bikes going for 14 or 15 on craigs list and that I know it’s worth more than that. I’m not that desparate to sell. I’m gonna keep it, I guess, and just find another way to get parts during the winter unless I get a REASONABLE OFFER! Right?