Motorcycles, lets see em.

[Jeff Higgins]

[Tim Hancock]

Originally Posted by Baz

Looks fantastic, Kurt! Lot of work there - tedious but a real labor of love. I always appreciate seeing these vintage machines getting some love - so inspiring!

Please continue to post here with updates.

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I'm currently working on a dented fuel tank trying to get it presentable to use on my recent Interceptor acquisition. I tried unsuccessfully to get the dent out using various methods and finally decided just to take the Bondo approach.

It would have needed paint touch up regardless of method so I think this is an OK approach.

Here's where I am as of this evening. Will do more prep tomorrow and hopefully the first application of filler.

Baz, I repaired a dented aluminum RM250 tank for a buddy some years ago using compressed air and a propane torch. It was nerve racking but it came out great with just a touch of bondo needed.

[varmint]

new indian. hubba hubba

[Baz]

Originally Posted by Tim Hancock

Baz, I repaired a dented aluminum RM250 tank for a buddy some years ago using compressed air and a propane torch. It was nerve racking but it came out great with just a touch of bondo needed.[/img]

Hi Tim - thanks for posting - super impressive! I have read about using heat and compressed air - even a blood pressure tester - and am sure I will use some of those applications in the future. For now this one should end up Ok with just the bondo. I used the bondo with embedded fg cloth shreds. Hope to get back on that job tomorrow.

Originally Posted by varmint

new indian. hubba hubba

Looks like a beast, V - congrats!

[varmint]

What? No. I’ve blown through my motorcycle budget for the next ten years. Just a beautiful bike. Sad that I can’t have everything.

[Baz]

Originally Posted by varmint

What? No. I’ve blown through my motorcycle budget for the next ten years. Just a beautiful bike. Sad that I can’t have everything.

There's another Interceptor for sale right now in Colorado I'm looking at.

Very tempting but I'm trying very hard to maintain my purchasing freeze.

That said......if it was local I'd grab it in a NY minute.

The transport fee is what's giving my pause.....

[911boost]

Where in CO Baz? Need eyes on it?

[Baz]

Originally Posted by 911boost

Where in CO Baz? Need eyes on it?

Near Denver I think - but I'm good thanks. Appreciate the offer.

I may give the seller a call tomorrow just to chat a bit.

Thanks again, boost!

[Rot 911]

This recent round of cold weather has got me spending more time in the garage. Just about finished up with the R 60/5.

[Yorkie]

I just finished the oil slingers on my R60/2.

[Rot 911]

^^^^^ i’d say those were a bit overdue! Here’s my engine from a couple of years ago. My slingers were so crusted over that I just went ahead and installed new ones.

[Baz]

Originally Posted by Rot 911

This recent round of cold weather has got me spending more time in the garage. Just about finished up with the R 60/5.

My goodness.....what a beautiful bike! Congrats and well done, Kurt!!!

Originally Posted by Yorkie

I just finished the oil slingers on my R60/2.

Love that movie poster, Yorkie!

[Skip Newsom]

Time for a new thermostat and seal, valve adjustment and oil/filter change.
The Interceptor is pretty easy and rewarding to tune.
Happy my Nephew came for some extended visits last year and put a couple thousand miles on his Dad’s favorite motorcycle.
It got vey hot a couple times he told me, he also noticed it dropped temperature quickly after hitting a big bump. Old Thermostat has enough gunk buildup that I hope this cures that issue-

Glad to discover that I’d bought extra gaskets and oil filters so I can complete all the work without ordering anything.
This bike was my older brother’s pride and joy even though he hadn’t ridden it for several years before he passed.
He would have been 76 on the 29th, hard to believe he’s been gone for almost 6 years.
Working on it this close to his birthday seems right now. Trying to keep it in top shape is time well spent.

[Baz]

Originally Posted by Skip Newsom

He would have been 76 on the 29th, hard to believe he’s been gone for almost 6 years.
Working on it this close to his birthday seems right now.

Thanks for the update and photos, Skip. I'm sure your brother is smiling down from above!

These vintage Interceptors are amazing and so enjoyable to work on, especially if you already have the parts on hand.

I try to organize as many of my parts as possible but still have more work to do with them. Here are some electrical items I recently sorted.....

[Baz]

Just ran across a very cool YT channel.....here's the opening remarks:

Take the back road. Ride a little slower than you need to. Let someone pass – then wave like you meant it. Stop at that overlook you always ignore. Ride into a town you can’t pronounce. Get gas from a pump with no card reader. Talk to the old guy on the porch. Order black coffee even if it’s burnt. Don’t check the time – check the weather, the wind, the way the gravel road curves. Let the bike feel alive, not perfect. You don’t need more horsepower to go farther – just more time and fewer expectations. Ride something that makes you smile when it shouldn’t. Ride because you can. Ride because it matters. Ride your own ride.

Check out his videos here:

https://www.youtube.com/@SMALLMOTORCYCLEADVENTURES/featured

[Baz]

And here is a CL ad of his for one of his bikes....

2020 Royal Enfield Himalayan 411 - Fully Sorted w/ $1,500+ in Premium - $3,750 (NE Tucson)

https://tucson.craigslist.org/mcy/d/tucson-2020-royal-enfield-himalayan/7910121365.html

Selling my 2020 Royal Enfield Himalayan with approximately 9,000 miles. This bike has been meticulously set up with high-end, functional upgrades that address the common factory shortcomings. It is a turn-key adventure machine, ready for the BDR or a reliable daily commute.
Premium Upgrades (~$1,500 Value):
• Ergonomics: Seat Concepts Comfort Seat + Cool Covers 3D Mesh cover.
• Tires: Dunlop Trailmax Mission 50/50 tires (< 300 miles since new) —excellent grip and famous for 10k+ mile longevity.
• Controls: Hitchcocks Adjustable Levers and indestructible Doubletake Adventure Mirrors.
• Protection: Givi Crash Bars, OEM handguards and an upgraded heavy-duty Skid Plate and headlight guard.
• Luggage: Full Rear Rack and Side Luggage Racks. The Tusk tank bag will be included, but other luggage has been removed.
• Lighting: Aux LED lights have been added along with H4 headlight.
• Reliability: Brand new Battery and Fuel Pump.

Extras Included: I have a box containing all the original take-off parts (OEM seat, mirrors, levers, skid plate, etc.). I am also including a supply of extra oil and air filters to cover your next few services as well as a spiral bound factory service manual.

Condition: The bike runs perfectly and has been well-maintained. Clean title in hand, registered and insured through February. Located in Tucson.

Communication and sale terms: Sales Terms: I am paying for this ad, so when it sells, I will remove it. My email is set up to auto-delete anything that contains the phrase "Is this still available?" or equivalent. To save us all some time, the least I could take cash today is $1, but I won't and won't consider any offers from anyone has not come to look at the bike in person.

Feel free to reach out with any questions. This makes an awesome first bike or BDR/camping rig. I simply don't ride it any longer with other bikes in the collection to keep running—selling to reduce the fleet to a manageable number, so I am not looking for any trades.
Price: $3,750 OBO Mileage: ~9,000

Video of what could be your next adventure: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gImEhD4scKY