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Title: another one saved
Post by: RGP750 on March 24, 2018, 06:04:56 PM
2 years on and another one saved.
Almost finished a few bits to tweak.
My original bike was DKL54K ,found this one on EBAY so had to get it .
Came out of the same dealer as mine on the same day 2nd May 1972.
She will be at Ardingly show tomorrow, I will be in the Abergavenny hall stall 32 if anyone wants a chat.
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: JamesH on March 24, 2018, 06:08:01 PM
Nothing short of superb Rich. Congratulations on another brilliant restoration. Look forward to seeing it in the flesh tomorrow. James
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: RGP750 on March 24, 2018, 06:22:12 PM
Be Good to see you James
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: AshimotoK0 on March 24, 2018, 06:24:50 PM
Superb Rich !

James .. see if you can spot the part(s) that came off the K5 you sold me...unrecognizable almost after Rich worked his magic on them.

Wish I could be there ! Even going to miss Newark as its on the same day as my big wedding anniversary ! Going to Stafford next month though.

Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: Woodside on March 24, 2018, 07:08:42 PM
look forward to seeing that rich..
hopefully ill make it tomorrow..
bung the clip in your pocket and ill grab it if all goes to plan
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: Honda Al on March 24, 2018, 07:12:51 PM
That is a beauty! Can’t wait to see it tomorrow.


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Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: Johnwebley on March 24, 2018, 07:32:38 PM
Brilliantly done.but it seems your Abergavenny is in a different Abergavenny to the one down the road from me.Have a great time. And  the little Honda looks superb

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Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: RGP750 on March 24, 2018, 07:39:44 PM
Sorry John, that was spell check on the site ,it didn't like me version :-[
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: Nurse Julie on March 25, 2018, 04:24:36 AM
That looks loooooovely Rich, its a real credit to you.
Title: another one saved
Post by: JamesH on March 25, 2018, 12:27:35 PM
Good to see you today Rich.

Also good to see Kevin and Alan

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Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: Honda Al on March 25, 2018, 01:29:14 PM
Nice looking bike in the flesh. Great to see you guys as well and putting faces to names. And getting the exhaust to its rightful home!

Call me during the week James if you have any luck.

Alan


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Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: RGP750 on March 25, 2018, 07:29:30 PM
Thanks for the comments Guys
Nice to see everyone for a chat .
Added bonus I took 1st overseas bike in show . :D :D
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: Honda Al on March 25, 2018, 08:58:22 PM
Nothing less than it deserved 🥇


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Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: JamesH on March 25, 2018, 09:05:01 PM
Brilliant result. Well done Rich. She looked lovely. A credit to you !
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: hairygit on March 25, 2018, 09:29:42 PM
She certainly looks the part! Out of interest, has anyone ever wondered why our bikes are referred to as a "She"?
Truth is, they take too much of your time, and all your money, and still give you aggro when you really don't need it, enough said! ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
Title: another one saved
Post by: JamesH on March 25, 2018, 09:32:54 PM
Last time I referred to my Mrs as ’it’ she threw me off. That's why I never call my bikes it (rather the Mrs threw me off than the 750).
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: Johnwebley on March 25, 2018, 10:08:30 PM
Might be an idea to get a dog.
After all.if you locked your missus in the garage with a bowl of food. And did the same with the dog.
When you come to let them out.which one is going to be happy to see you?



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Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: AshimotoK0 on March 25, 2018, 10:42:17 PM
Vincents are often referred to as the 'Beast' ..Me I have a Honda Dragon  :) The CB450 I mean  :)

Great result BTW Rich .. how did the autojumble stand go?
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: tom400f on March 25, 2018, 11:42:52 PM
My first bike was one just like that in gold. FVF 47K.

Bought it for 150 quid after seeing it in the bike park at NORCAT (Kings Lynn)

Lovely to see such a superb example.
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: Nurse Julie on March 26, 2018, 04:40:08 AM
Thanks for the comments Guys
Nice to see everyone for a chat .
Added bonus I took 1st overseas bike in show . :D :D
Well done Rich, I bet you're chuffed with that.
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: RGP750 on March 26, 2018, 06:47:29 AM
Thanks all, She ,well we all love our Wives dont we ::) ;D ;D ;D
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: RGP750 on March 26, 2018, 06:53:30 AM
Oh Ash
The jumble stall was brilliant for a tenner, sold a pile.
(thanks James) ;)
Still had the bloke asking for a K0 tank if anyone has a half decent one .
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: JamesH on March 26, 2018, 10:12:00 PM
Oh Ash
The jumble stall was brilliant for a tenner, sold a pile.
(thanks James) ;)
Still had the bloke asking for a K0 tank if anyone has a half decent one .
did you sell most of it in the end Rich?
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: RGP750 on March 27, 2018, 06:51:38 AM
Still got a bit James.
Anyone want a pretty nice 750 Motad with all fittings  for £80 inc post?(came off of my K2)
You can have those tank badges James if you want them FOC.
Rich
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: AshimotoK0 on March 27, 2018, 08:19:39 AM
Any CX500 bits Rich?
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: RGP750 on March 27, 2018, 10:33:54 AM
Have some bits Ash ,what are you after?
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: Laverda Dave on March 27, 2018, 10:55:31 AM
Superb restoration of one of my favourite bikes, well done Rich and congratulations on the win, well deserved.
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: AshimotoK0 on March 27, 2018, 11:04:01 AM
Have some bits Ash ,what are you after?

Rear brake pedal, handlebars, headlamp rim (unless a 500/750 rim will fit as I have one of those).
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: RGP750 on March 27, 2018, 11:50:39 AM
I'll have a rummage, think i have a headlight rim
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: kettle738 on March 27, 2018, 09:18:43 PM

That 175 looks superb Rich, no surprise really that you got an award for it.......sorry to miss the Ardingly show, it was the day of the village litter pick...(and you have to be seen to attend)....so while you were drooling over beautiful bikes I was ankle deep in McDonalds wrappers and whatever crap people can throw out of vehicles.

Hope to get to the Ashford show, Easter Monday........Mick.
Title: Re: another one saved
Post by: RGP750 on March 28, 2018, 03:25:38 PM
Hi Mick
The bike and little old me will be there.
Be nice to see you
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