Lula & geestring's 2009 Rat Bike

[Lula]

We are on a mission to build a Rat Bike for the 2009 Cold Kiwi.

Starting with nothing but a shed, some tools and motivation. Looking for something that is over 400cc that will handle hill climbs and many burn-outs.
We have 2 months to build and we are based in Auckland.

Offers and suggestions welcomed to get this project off the ground . . .

[jafar]

We are on a mission to build a Rat Bike for the 2009 Cold Kiwi.

Starting with nothing but a shed, some tools and motivation. Looking for something that is over 400cc that will handle hill climbs and many burn-outs.
We have 2 months to build and we are based in Auckland.

Offers and suggestions welcomed to get this project off the ground . . .

Start with Turners auctions, a crash tested liquid cooled machine that is cheap is the go.
Then Sponsorship.

[Taz]

What's the budget?

[jafar]

What's the budget?

That is the amount of money you estimate it will cost to finish the project:niceone:

[Lula]

What's the budget?

It's limited. Couple of hundy at the most, it's a rat bike so we are hoping to build most of it out of donated parts . . .

[Pussy]

That is the amount of money you estimate it will cost to finish the project:niceone:

There's trouble in the cockpit

What is it?

It's the bit up the front where the pilot sits... but that's not important right now...

[Lula]

Pussy forget about him.

What are your suggestions for our Rat Bike?
Know anyone with some old engine and frame in their shed that 2 girls can re-work and clean up at the Cold Kiwi?

[Pussy]

What are your suggestions for our Rat Bike?
Know anyone with some old engine and frame in their shed that 2 girls can re-work and clean up at the Cold Kiwi?

I reckon a 250 or thereabouts dirtbike.
Must be something available in Orklind?

[Pussy]

Actually.... if it's the hill climb you two are trying to nail, what about an old TF125 Suzuki farm bike?
There must be heaps of old shitter examples of those lying around

[geestring]

there is never a end to a project. just keep modifying. anything greatfuly received. that goes for helpful suggestions.

[geestring]

there will be more than trouble in just the cockpit:spanking:

[geestring]

burnout comp aswell. so looking for a all rounder. big ask .:eek:

[geestring]

pussy if that gets wose maybe see your doctor.:banana:

[Cr1MiNaL]

Hey Lulu,

A mate has an old suzuki frame and engine and other bits in his shed. I'll ask him if he wants to let me have it. Do you guys need a hand building this... Hopefully it's a two smoker, I love working on those engines.

[Lula]

Actually.... if it's the hill climb you two are trying to nail, what about an old TF125 Suzuki farm bike?
There must be heaps of old shitter examples of those lying around

Anyone out there who has got an 'old shitter' lying around reveal yourselves . . .

geestring and I are also keen to pop a few tyres on it as well so it's got to last the hill climb and then the burn-out comp :devil2: But we will take anything!

[geestring]

thanx jafar, do know when they have bike auctions, is it luck of the draw.

[Pedrostt500]

Have a look on Tard Me, check out whats in the under $ 500 lot.

[Lula]

Hey Lulu,

A mate has an old suzuki frame and engine and other bits in his shed. I'll ask him if he wants to let me have it. Do you guys need a hand building this... Hopefully it's a two smoker, I love working on those engines.

Ahh, ah! Finally someone has something of substance for geestring and I. Would be awesome if you could find out about the Suzuki for us.

Helping hands and donations are always good to have so thanks for the offer.
We have 2 months to build so might have to have a couple of Rat Bike shed parties to get the project finished.

[Gubb]

I think i'm said mate.

I've got the frame, forks, swingarm, and an engine (All GSX400X).

Don't know what condition the engine is though.

[mynameis]

Did you spit on it and wake it up ? :D

[Lula]

I think i'm said mate.

I've got the frame, forks, swingarm, and an engine (All GSX400X).

Don't know what condition the engine is though.

Sweet thanks Gubb!

Geestring and I will be over tonight to check it out.

Oh and I forgot to mention, all who assist will be given naming credits somewhere on the bike.

[short-circuit]

all who assist will be given naming credits somewhere on the bike.

I'll lend you my tyre pressure gauge!

[Pedrostt500]

Try these 2 on Tard Me, these are the list No's,
217680484 honda cx 400 1987
218114608 honda vt 250

[carver]

i know where there may be a old GSX750ES....
but thats all i know.
its a big heavy pig, but it may be ideal

[jafar]

Pussy forget about him.

You talk to it :eek:
:confused::thud:

[jafar]

thanx jafar, do know when they have bike auctions, is it luck of the draw.

Try this: http://www.turners.co.nz/Vehicles/Pages/search.aspx?QueryHash=SexHjzSpIVD1lv1UKSdeeg

[puddy]

Try this: http://www.turners.co.nz/Vehicles/Pages/search.aspx?QueryHash=SexHjzSpIVD1lv1UKSdeeg
That's PrettyBillie's GSXR600 at Turners isn't it?

[jafar]

That's PrettyBillie's GSXR600 at Turners isn't it?

Could be, she did trash it pretty good

[Pussy]

You talk to it :eek:
:confused::thud:

Alf used to..... "Yo, Willie!"

[jafar]

Alf used to..... "Yo, Willie!"

that was NO Willie....... he was getting Alf into trouble again :niceone:

[gatch]

yo i got some indicators, big ugly front light and tail light you can have if you wanna pay for a courier, indicators from rg150, and lights from spada..

[Gubb]

Right, here's a brief idea of the bits that i've got lying around. Turns out that the boxes that I got with my Track Bike contained more than I thought.

We've got:
Frame
Engine (Don't know if it runs or what though)
Swingarm
Shock & Shock Linkage
Forks
Rear Brake with Resoviour
Bars and stems
Radiator and Fan
Muffler & Headers
Airbox
Carbs
Chain
Pegs
Wheels Hubs & Axle bolts
Throttle, Clutch & Brake cables
Wiring Loom
CDI
Kickstand
And some other odds and sods.

I was planning on spending a year and slowly putting bits together, so 2 months is a project and a half.

Nice to finally meet you Lula. Sorry my Photography is rubbish.

[Pussy]

Damn near enough bits for the job there, Gubb!

[Gubb]

Damn near enough bits for the job there, Gubb!
Damn straight, I think the issue is time. I just realised I've really bought 2 Track Bikes (Don't tell the Missus!)

[jafar]

All we need now is a spare mechanic & time:msn-wink:

[SARGE]

Pussy forget about him.

What are your suggestions for our Rat Bike?
Know anyone with some old engine and frame in their shed that 2 girls can re-work and clean up at the Cold Kiwi?

skidmark had an old Dunger that hes been trying to flick .. he thinks its worth a few grand but if ya waved $50 cash at him he'd prolly shit himself and take it ...

[SARGE]

All we need now is a spare mechanic & time:msn-wink:

and tools .. dont forget tools ...

[jafar]

and tools .. dont forget tools ...

This is KB , it's full of tools..

[SARGE]

This is KB , it's full of tools..

no... those are douchebags ... tools are useful

[gatch]

This is KB , it's full of tools..

Only of the best quality though.. :bleh:

[jafar]

no... those are douchebags ... tools are useful


Only of the best quality though.. :bleh:

we seem to be on the right track :jerry:

[Lula]

Right so I head over to Gubb's place tonight to check out this GSX400X. It's a complete re-build and I'm not kidding.

There is nothing on the frame, there are boxes with wires, header, oil hoses, rear sprocket, chain, rear shock, carb, CDI unit, forks, handle grips, are you getting the idea? And then I find myself and Gubb staring at the engine that is sitting on the garage floor wondering if the thing would have a pulse should geestring and I hook it up to its vital organs?

At this stage there are still options A) we take Gubb's kind offer with the GSX400 and work furiously every night to put it together, with the possibility of finding the engine is ceased, then head to the Cold Kiwi ratless and watch everyone else riding their bikes up the hill climb and pop tyres, or B) we continue our search for another project that is more intact and we know the engine is going to fire up.

Help me obi wan kenobi . . .

[Pussy]

You'd be cutting it a bit fine with an eight week deadline, Lula


Be a great project otherwise

[jafar]

Right so I head over to Gubb's place tonight to check out this GSX400X. It's a complete re-build and I'm not kidding.

There is nothing on the frame, there are boxes with wires, header, oil hoses, rear sprocket, chain, rear shock, carb, CDI unit, forks, handle grips, are you getting the idea? And then I find myself and Gubb staring at the engine that is sitting on the garage floor wondering if the thing would have a pulse should geestring and I hook it up to its vital organs?

At this stage there are still options A) we take Gubb's kind offer with the GSX400 and work furiously every night to put it together, with the possibility of finding the engine is ceased, then head to the Cold Kiwi ratless and watch everyone else riding their bikes up the hill climb and pop tyres, or B) we continue our search for another project that is more intact and we know the engine is going to fire up.

Help me obi wan kenobi . . .

If you take the cover off the end of the crank you can wind it over using a big spanner & see if it is seized, you can do a crude compression test in the same manner.
Ask Gubb to contact the previous owner & ask what he remembers of the spare engine. If he has already blown it then this isn't the project for you.
You don't NEED all the wiring , just the essential wires to make it go ...... headlight, indicators ETC are not required... but as no one knows which wires are for what expect some issues in that area.

[Lula]

yo i got some indicators, big ugly front light and tail light you can have if you wanna pay for a courier, indicators from rg150, and lights from spada..

Thanks gatch but our rat bikes hold no unnecessary bling; our new toy will run on the bare basics. geestring and I are building this one specifically for the hill climb and burn out comp at this years Cold Kiwi :devil2:

[Lula]

i know where there may be a old GSX750ES....
but thats all i know.
its a big heavy pig, but it may be ideal

Ok thanks carver. How do I find out about the GSX750ES?

[Gubb]

Ask Gubb to contact the previous owner & ask what he remembers of the spare engine. If he has already blown it then this isn't the project for you.
You don't NEED all the wiring , just the essential wires to make it go ...... headlight, indicators ETC are not required... but as no one knows which wires are for what expect some issues in that area.

Previous owner doesn't know anything about it, and has lost contact with the owner before him. It looks sweet as, Going on assumption (which you know what they say about it) if the engine stuffed itself then you'd probably open it up to have a look at what happened, surely you wouldn't put it back together broken though.

Then again, it's a risk.

[carver]

Ok thanks carver. How do I find out about the GSX750ES?

i had my eye on it for a project bike.
i know where it is, i can try to remember to go and ask the dude about it.

[Lula]

Tonight I'm going to check out a Suzuki GS450. The guy says it has spark but may there be a carb jet blockage and he's replaced the master cylinder.

Fingers crossed this could be the project :devil2:

[Taz]

Good luck Luana.

[Lula]

Ok here it is!!!!!!

geestring and I are now the proud owners of a Suzuki GS450 T 1981. Take a good look because you are not going to reconise it in weeks to come. This is the Rat Bike of year, it will stripped, ripped and re-built.

No time consuming cleaning, washing, polishing, adding shiny parts that do nothing. None of that, forget about it!

You will all see the machine of death take you out at Cold Kiwi!!!! It will eat it the hill and burn the rubber like seen you've never seen before. We will shame you. See you there - Cold Kiwi get ready you've been warned.

Ratty GS4fiddy is on it's way!!!!! :devil2: :devil2: :devil2: :devil2:

[Taz]

Ok here it is!!!!!!

:

What size is that rear tyre lula?

[Lula]

What size is that rear tyre lula?

As it is it's 110/90-17, like most small things not very useful.

Geestring she's the mechanic modifier from hell has got big plans for the back tyre department. But as mentioned earlier on this thread we are open to all suggestions and if assisted you will be credited somewhere on the bike.

[Taz]

Got a half used 130/80x17 knobby here if you want it.

[Lula]

Got a half used 130/80x17 knobby here if you want it.

geestring reckons we could use that for the front so we'll take it. Thanks for contribution if used Anthrax will credited somewhere on the mighty Rat. If not used we will happily return it unless of course you want it deposed of.

I will PM you re collection arrangements :niceone:

[carver]

You will all see the machine of death take you out at Cold Kiwi!!!! It will eat it the hill and burn the rubber like seen you've never seen before. We will shame you. See you there - Cold Kiwi get ready you've been warned.

Ratty GS4fiddy is on it's way!!!!! :devil2: :devil2: :devil2: :devil2:

You VS the few.

GS500
Beta Techno

race me in the slow race!

[Lula]

You VS the few.

GS500
Beta Techno

race me in the slow race!

Geestring and I are going waste your arse. The slow race is boring see you on the hill Spiderman.

[Pussy]

Geestring and I are going waste your arse. The slow race is boring see you on the hill Spiderman.

Woohoo! Smack talk! :niceone:

[carver]

Geestring and I are going waste your arse. The slow race is boring see you on the hill Spiderman.

haha, game on!

[Lula]

Who out there knows anything about a 1981 GS450 engine?

On closer inspection of our project there seem to be a few pieces missing. Is there is anyone who has worked on an engine like this before or who is mechanical minded who could come and take a look for us?

Our workshop is in Papakura.

[Pussy]

What's the prob, Lula?

New Plymouth is a bit far away!

[Lula]

What's the prob, Lula?

Well where to I start?! :eek:
Geestring and I wanted a project and we definately have just that.

We've taken the cylinder head cover off, which was put on back-to-front. There is debris like leaves and shit in the heads, so that needs a good clean out. It's been out in the weather for a while.

There was two different spark-plugs in it (one was just sitting in there!) so we think the new spark-plugs needed are BR-8ES's.

The guy we got it off clearly had no idea what he was doing and has tried to strip it down and then put it back together. We just need someone to confirm what might be missing of it.

We wouldn't mind catching up with someone that has stripped one of these engines before so we can see how much of a lemon it is, and espically before we try to fire it up.

By the way Puddy's been great - he is a legend. Thanks mate for all your help today:niceone:

[007XX]

Who out there knows anything about a 1981 GS450 engine?
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Hey babe, what an awesome project! I know you'd mentioned doing it in the past, but I'm stocked you're actually going ahead.

As far as specs and such for the engine, how about checking this out:

http://www.themotorbookstore.com/suzgs19.html

It might be worth your while to invest in buying the manual for it?

i'll try to see if I can get any free version via the web...

[Lula]

It might be worth your while to invest in buying the manual for it?

i'll try to see if I can get any free version via the web...

Thanks for that, but we have to keep our costs down so if you get that manual for us it will warrants 007XX credited somewhere on the mighty Rat Bike!

We are currently using this site as our guide: http://www.bikebandit.com/suzuki-motorcycle-gs450sx-1981/o/m6044

[Pussy]

I hope not too much shite has gotten inside the donk, Lula

[carver]

I hope not too much shite has gotten inside the donk, Lula

yes, i hope not too

oh, what a shame it would be!

[Pussy]

Does the crankshaft still turn, Lula?

[Squiggles]

locate a manual, or at least a microfiche

[Lula]

yes, i hope not too

oh, what a shame it would be!

It's still going to eat you on the hill :eek:

[carver]

It's still going to eat you on the hill :eek:

you dont stand a chance....

no one does against God's chosen one's

[Lula]

you dont stand a chance....

Well lucky for me Sidewinder has offered his services, so as they say if you can't beat us you can always join us :hug:

There is room to credit Carver one of the wheel spokes.

[carver]

Well lucky for me Sidewinder has offered his services, so as they say if you can't beat us you can always join us :hug:

There is room to credit Carver one of the wheel spokes.

and you trust his services?
we are the pink team, make no mistake!

plus, you know sidewinders nature with me

[Lula]

Does the crankshaft still turn, Lula?

It's a true project - we haven't got that far with it yet

[Taz]

Sorry about not leaving the tyres by the door..... They were around the back. Got a little sidetracked before leaving for the ride. Still here if you want them.
Andy.

[Lula]

Sorry about not leaving the tyres by the door..... They were around the back. Got a little sidetracked before leaving for the ride. Still here if you want them.
Andy.

Cheers Andy will PM you when I am down uku way next. Now back to getting this engine sorted . .

[Pussy]

It's a true project - we haven't got that far with it yet
It is, however, quite a significant requirement..... honest!

[Lula]

Here is how our might Rat Bike looks at the moment, it's truely a beautiful machine :drool: and it is going to own the Cold Kiwi hill and burnout pad! Prepare our prizes now!!!!

[Tricky Air]

Are you trying to build a running jalopy, or something with style? I'm building a "Rat Bobber" right now and I'm using an old Kaw 250 Eliminator frame and engine. The frame is small enough to give it that 40's/50's look. It's a 6 speed with a surprising amount of torque, so it can handle the hills we have here in Tennessee atleast. The dudes talkin' about dirt bikes are right, it'll climb some hills, but it'll have as much style as a scooter...

[Lula]

Are you trying to build a running jalopy, or something with style?

Dude you're talking to two girls who couldn't care less about style - its performance we are after!!!

[Tricky Air]

Just one guys opinion...

Both can exist in the world...

[Lula]

It's now 5am in the morning and geestring and I have been doing one of our usual marathon workshops.

Latest update: We have pulled the motor out and given it a birthday.

[geestring]

Just one guys opinion...

Both can exist in the world...

hope you having as much fun with your bike as we are, two girls opinions beat one guys. ha ha . thanx for your post. photos of progress on there way.

[Cr1MiNaL]

My mighty Rm 125 will climb anything your rat bike will.... on the rear wheel too ;) Good work so far girls...

[pocketcracker]

Well what a weekend, On one hand kinda wish it would never end. Meet the infamous Lula and Sxi geestring. WoW wat a pair they make if ya not rolling around on the floor laughing your worried for your life . QUOTE " did you bring the shovel (nah i have the digger)" hmmmmm.

spent most of the night drinking and well talking shite then the real fun began,

I got my hands on the Beast knowen as ratie ... Removing its Heart and fixing things as i went .... finally got the motor Out and soon as the tool i was using hit the floor geestring would pick it up and put it in its riteful place was entertaining yet frustrating i think she got under my skin (in a good way) And i can say there isen't a tool this woman hasen't got, Well maybe me as we all know im a BIG TOOL !.

i can only say good things about these two and give them all my support in there efforts And offer my services again in the future as at 4 am i flaked and 1-2 hours later there re imorged from the garage looking very happy with there nights Efforts ,and came and tucked me in for the night !

On inspection in the morning while the 2sum still sleep'd , I seen there had completely stripped down the bike and engine Removed the cylinders, rockers, oil filter , Housing you name it and cleanned oiled and lubed every part. Awaiting its reassemble and domination !

KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK !

[geestring]

My mighty Rm 125 will climb anything your rat bike will.... on the rear wheel too ;) Good work so far girls...

THANX. looking forward to seeing you on the day.

[Cr1MiNaL]

THANX. looking forward to seeing you on the day.

haha .. meh I am sure our paths will cross before that ! :Punk:

[geestring]

haha .. meh I am sure our paths will cross before that ! :Punk:

[QUOTE] looking for sponsors, new canvas, sexy,talent and sure of him self....nice.:niceone::shifty:

[Cr1MiNaL]

[QUOTE] looking for sponsors, new canvas, sexy,talent and sure of him self....nice.:niceone::shifty:

look if u find me attractive just blurt it out... ok i get it a lot:love:

[geestring]

[QUOTE=geestring;1129239452]

look if u find me attractive just blurt it out... ok i get it a lot:love:

really sure of yourself. nothing wrong with that someone has to be.

[geestring]

[QUOTE=geestring;1129239452]

look if u find me attractive just blurt it out... ok i get it a lot:love:

well sexy bike yes,, sure off himself yes,, the rest to be explored.:2guns:

[Cr1MiNaL]

[QUOTE=YamahaR64Life;1129239457]

well sexy bike yes,, sure off himself yes,, the rest to be explored.:2guns:

I would like nothing better luv.... coffee sometime :jerry:

[geestring]

[QUOTE=geestring;1129239474]

I would like nothing better luv.... coffee sometime :jerry:

holly...... havnt even had coffee yet and you calling me LUV. as for coffee? do you think your worthy, or are you trying to get inside info on our rat bike.:shifty:

[Cr1MiNaL]

[QUOTE=YamahaR64Life;1129239498]

holly...... havnt even had coffee yet and you calling me LUV. as for coffee? do you think your worthy, or are you trying to get inside info on our rat bike.:shifty:


Oh I'm worthy alright, come on it'll be fun I promise :P :done:

[geestring]

[QUOTE=geestring;1129239516]


Oh I'm worthy alright, come on it'll be fun I promise :P :done:

so you are after inside info. :shifty:

[short-circuit]

Get a room you two :puke:

[Pussy]

Get a room you two :puke:
Yeah.... and be gentle on him, geestring

[pocketcracker]

I fink sum bodys got a widdle crush ! :love: >>>> good Luck <<<< :shutup:

but i have a feeling you maybe Weight Measured and found wanting ! :laugh:

oh wait thatw as me :shit:

:done:

[carver]

[QUOTE=geestring;1129239452]

look if u find me attractive just blurt it out... ok i get it a lot:love:

ok..ok...

i find you attractive

[geestring]

Get a room you two :puke:

your welcome aswell:sunny:

[pocketcracker]

Ummm carver im telling lula !

But i find ya way more than attractive more like ... the urge of 1/2 bottle of diet coke and a picnic bar's worth !

[geestring]

[QUOTE=YamahaR64Life;1129239457]

ok..ok...

i find you attractive
thanx.

Yeah.... and be gentle on him, geestring

sorry was board and no one else wanted to play.:2guns:

[carver]

Ummm carver im telling lula !

But i find ya way more than attractive more like ... the urge of 1/2 bottle of diet coke and a picnic bar's worth !

oh please dont, if i go straight il never have a chance..

il have to try chain her to the stove first

[carver]

[QUOTE=carver;1129239679]
thanx.


sorry was board and no one else wanted to play.:2guns:

not you-R64life, what do you think i am, straight?

[geestring]

[QUOTE=geestring;1129239722]

not you-R64life, what do you think i am, straight?

ha ha well straight or not doesnt matter what i think, thats your game.

[carver]

[QUOTE=carver;1129239727]

ha ha well straight or not doesnt matter what i think, thats your game.

and stop talking to lula!

[Lula]

This one is definately in need of some modifications but I reckon I'll get it up the hill if not it will be great on the burnout pad!

[geestring]

[QUOTE=geestring;1129239747]

and stop talking to lula!

why?

[Korumba]

Hey Lula good catching up tonight.
I have sent a email to the dude in Argentina from who I have got 2 manuals from before so here is hoping..it may be may be in black and white cause I dont think colour was invented when this bike was made..
I hope you girls know what you are messing with... it has a whole 30.7kW of power availabile at 9000 revs
here are the specs

General information
Model: Suzuki GS 450 T
Year: 1981
Category: Allround
Rating: 67.5 out of 100.
Engine and transmission
Displacement: 448.00 ccm (27.34 cubic inches)
Engine type: Twin
Stroke: 4
Power: 42.00 HP (30.7 kW)) @ 9000 RPM
Compression: 9.0:1
Bore x stroke: 71.0 x 56.6 mm (2.8 x 2.2 inches)
Valves per cylinder: 2
Fuel control: DOHC
Cooling system: Air
Gearbox: 6-speed
Transmission type
final drive: Chain
Physical measures
Weight incl. oil, gas, etc: 193.0 kg (425.5 pounds)
Chassis and dimensions
Front tyre dimensions: 90/80-19
Rear tyre dimensions: 110/90-17
Front brakes: Single disc
Rear brakes: Expanding brake
Speed and acceleration
Top speed: 168.0 km/h (104.4 mph)
Other specifications
Fuel capacity: 15.00 litres (3.96 gallons)


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[Lula]

Hey Lula good catching up tonight.


Korumba you're the man! May the forces be with you on that one brother :niceone:

[Korumba]

Korumba you're the man! May the forces be with you on that one brother :niceone:



The Force is strong!
I have a PDF file of the Workshop Manuel (with Colour front and back cover : )
Have also just printed the 236 pages out as a hard copy.
So all good, Just pm me the details on picking up the other parts next week.
If you are going to work on the bike over the weekend, I may be able to get it to you sometime. Let me know.

[Lula]

So all good, Just pm me the details

Cheers for that PM on the way! :yes:

[Insanity_rules]

This thread has been bloody entertaining so far. It has it all, motorcycles, romance, pictures, a great story, bitch slappings a plenty and trash talk. I wish you two a lot of luck with the rat and look forward to seeing the outcome.

Go hard!

[Lula]

Just to remind - we will rule at Cold Kiwi!
Other competitors you have been warned. Make sure you bring an extra pair of uddies because you'll need to change them once you clap eyes on our might Rat machine :devil2:

For all our friends and followers out there here is the latest from geestrings workshop:
1st step complete, all back together, just need to check out timming, put oil back and get spark plugs then mogy the fuel tank and then see what happens.

[The Pastor]

Just to remind - we will rule at Cold Kiwi!
Other competitors you have been warned. Make sure you bring an extra pair of uddies because you'll need to change them once you clap eyes on our might Rat machine :devil2:

For all our friends and followers out there here is the latest from geestrings workshop:
1st step complete, all back together, just need to check out timming, put oil back and get spark plugs then mogy the fuel tank and then see what happens.
got a pic?

[Lula]

got a pic?

Yeap doing a couple of workshop sessions and will post some up this week

[Lula]

I also wanted to say that this week I am deeply in love with Ned Flambake.
(you should see him do his drunkin burl)

[popelli]

maybe I'm old fashioned or old school

but rat bikes evolve out of high mileage, short cuts, temporay modifications and bodges to keet things mobile at minimum expense / effort because of necessity rather than an art form in itself

[carver]

Just to remind - we will rule at Cold Kiwi!
Other competitors you have been warned. Make sure you bring an extra pair of uddies because you'll need to change them once you clap eyes on our might Rat machine :devil2:

For all our friends and followers out there here is the latest from geestrings workshop:
1st step complete, all back together, just need to check out timming, put oil back and get spark plugs then mogy the fuel tank and then see what happens.

maybe i will need another pair of undies after i get the clap from your dirty rat machine.

watch the mormons rule, the faith will carry us on, plus, god is on our team! :girlfight:

[Lula]

maybe i will need another pair of undies after i get the clap from your dirty rat machine.

watch the mormons rule, the faith will carry us on, plus, god is on our team! :girlfight:

Meh, you and the rest of your mormons have already lost! :devil2:

My tip for you - stick to sucking sausages in the weeney snatcher comp :laugh:

[carver]

Meh, you and the rest of your mormons have already lost! :devil2:

My tip for you - stick to sucking sausages in the weeney snatcher comp :laugh:

my tip for you- get off the computer, and go back to the kitchen or bedroom where you belong.:buggerd:

women are the weaker species, us + god will win!

[Lula]

my tip for you- get off the computer, and go back to the kitchen or bedroom where you belong.:buggerd:

women are the weaker species, us + god will win!

Haha, so its come down to sexism - getting scared aye. Having to pull out the kitchen/bedroom back chat number. Mmmm met your type before all puffed up like a peacock!

[geestring]

maybe I'm old fashioned or old school

but rat bikes evolve out of high mileage, short cuts, temporay modifications and bodges to keet things mobile at minimum expense / effort because of necessity rather than an art form in itself

so true thats the way we are going too, lots of modifications, ha ha it just has to get up the hill and do some awsome burnouts!!!!! we are not riding it down there. ist all about having a blast.:2thumbsup


[QUOTE=carver;1129249182]maybe i will need another pair of undies after i get the clap from your dirty rat machine.

hmmmmm small mind must be young.


[QUOTE=carver;1129249253]my tip for you- get off the computer, and go back to the kitchen or bedroom where you belong.:buggerd:
you talk of god and mormans, they would not be impresed with your talk.
why dont you leave them out of it and stand on your own....

[carver]

Haha, so its come down to sexism - getting scared aye. Having to pull out the kitchen/bedroom back chat number. Mmmm met your type before all puffed up like a peacock!

you aint ever met anything like us, im just trying to guide you

[QUOTE=geestring;1129249344]

hmmmmm small mind must be young.

you talk of god and mormans, they would not be impresed with your talk.
why dont you leave them out of it and stand on your own....QUOTE]

more-man for us love!

we stand as the few
as the crew that will rise
as the few that will ride
as the crew that will own you

[Lula]

you aint ever met anything like us, im just trying to guide you

I've seen your guidelines and it looks pretty boring:

http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20080626103123AA1QHBN

[Lula]

Ok who blinged me about attending one of our workshop sessions? Send me a PM

[dwnundabkr]

gezz carver hope you got a couple of spare balls lying around cause me thinks you are about to lose yours :corn::corn::corn::corn:

[carver]

gezz carver hope you got a couple of spare balls lying around cause me thinks you are about to lose yours :corn::corn::corn::corn:

i see you have already lost yours

you own the buell..

[Conquiztador]

maybe I'm old fashioned or old school

but rat bikes evolve out of high mileage, short cuts, temporay modifications and bodges to keet things mobile at minimum expense / effort because of necessity rather than an art form in itself

So true. Ratbikes are not built. They build them selves over the years. (Se attached pics)

What you girls are produing is a purpose-built-low-budget-resurrection-using-a-wreck. But nothing wrong with that! Just need to get the classification right!

[2wheeldrifter]

you aint ever met anything like us, im just trying to guide you

more-man for us love!




Mormon men like that sort of man on man action thing..... is that what I am reading??

[carver]

Mormon men like that sort of man on man action thing..... is that what I am reading??

more man for me

[2wheeldrifter]

more man for me

Rod....... ger

[Lula]

maybe I'm old fashioned or old school

but rat bikes evolve out of high mileage, short cuts, temporay modifications and bodges to keet things mobile at minimum expense / effort because of necessity rather than an art form in itself


So true. Ratbikes are not built. They build them selves over the years. (Se attached pics)

What you girls are produing is a purpose-built-low-budget-resurrection-using-a-wreck. But nothing wrong with that! Just need to get the classification right!

Watch out its the RAT POLICE! :Police:

[Lula]

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[Conquiztador]

Watch out its the RAT POLICE! :Police:

Sorry wrong. Just a concerned citizen. You girls have been misslead.

And the link to that custom made rat bike. You can not build a rat bike. They develop over years. That is only a copy-cat-rat built by a turkey.

[Lula]

Sorry wrong. Just a concerned citizen. You girls have been misslead.

Don't worry geestring and I take all advice but we do with is a completely different story. Thank you for your concern.
Come again.

We look forward to seeing your Rat Bike.

[Lula]

gezz carver hope you got a couple of spare balls lying around cause me thinks you are about to lose yours :corn::corn::corn::corn:

I think he will find them already chained to the stove!

[Lula]

How not to do it:

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[Cr1MiNaL]

haha yea definately not how to do it nice 1 Lulu. Geestring's and your rat bike looks great !!

[Lula]

Geestring's and your rat bike looks great !!

Thanks but we are still not satisfied so more mods to come

[dwnundabkr]

i see you have already lost yours

you own the buell..

awe gezz carver now i do know you care, I lost mine years ago just ask my wife and 3 kids my balls are safe with them,:p

[Korumba]

Thank you Ladies for giving me the learn tonight on engine repair....
I also promise not to use the four letter word again.
Keep up the good work, you two will have so much fun on that bike at the Cold Kiwi.
Go Hard!

[2wheeldrifter]

Stay focused ladies

[geestring]

So true. Ratbikes are not built. They build them selves over the years. (Se attached pics)

What you girls are produing is a purpose-built-low-budget-resurrection-using-a-wreck. But nothing wrong with that! Just need to get the classification right!

thanx for input, in garage lands, [rat land] there are no rules or boundries, we enjoy doing it and having fun, seeing what happens. i didnt know there were rules and regulations on this rat bike building.:eek5:

[carver]

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[geestring]

Stay focused ladies

what are we focusing on?

[2wheeldrifter]

what are we focusing on?

Nothing really.... just offering some encouraging encouragement :

[geestring]

Nothing really.... just offering some encouraging encouragement :

thanx keep it up, the encouraging encouragement is awsome. it all helps.:woohoo:

[HenryDorsetCase]

Thank you Ladies for giving me the learn tonight on engine repair....
I also promise not to use the four letter word again.
Keep up the good work, you two will have so much fun on that bike at the Cold Kiwi.
Go Hard!

I am fascinated by the "get large spanner, hit with larger hammer" school of mechanical repair. What were you doing to the poor thing?

My first road bike was a GSX400: basically the same as your GS450 except slightly smaller capacity and mine had 4 valves per cylinder, rather than the GS' 2. didnt make any difference to the performance (or lack of): Oh, and either of the suzukis would completely spank the Honda CB400N which was a porky POS by comparison.

Presumably your dog thought there were Tux biscuits over there?

[2wheeldrifter]

Thanks... I have been known for giving good encouraging encouragement AND for my inspiring inspirational smile that you get for nothing, because that is the type of guy I am.... :yes:

[ManDownUnder]

Stay focused ladies

2 mouths... imagine the implications ... or the possibilities...:eek5:

[geestring]

Thanks... I have been known for giving good encouraging encouragement AND for my inspirational smile that you get for nothing, because that is the type of guy I am.... :yes:

oh thanx, awsome guy, not many about anymore dont give up.;)


2 mouths... imagine the implications ... or the possibilities...:eek5:
only possibilities. there is no such thing as implications only modifications.:crazy:


I am fascinated by the "get large spanner, hit with larger hammer" school of mechanical repair. What were you doing to the poor thing?

My first road bike was a GSX400: basically the same as your GS450 except slightly smaller capacity and mine had 4 valves per cylinder, rather than the GS' 2. didnt make any difference to the performance (or lack of): Oh, and either of the suzukis would completely spank the Honda CB400N which was a porky POS by comparison.

Presumably your dog thought there were Tux biscuits over there?

yes REV (the dog) likes to help. some times you need to bring out the big guns, if gentle doesnt work then use what ever you can to get the job done.:Oops::woohoo::rockon:

[Goblin]

So true. Ratbikes are not built. They build them selves over the years. (Se attached pics)

What you girls are produing is a purpose-built-low-budget-resurrection-using-a-wreck. But nothing wrong with that! Just need to get the classification right!Gotta agree with you here. :Police: Although I dont even think its a purpose-built-low-budget-resurrection-using-a-wreck, because it wasn't a wreck...it was a MINTA with carb issues. Sacrilege!

Lula, you already have the perfect hill climb bike. KDX200 is purpose built for this kind of thing.

Anyway, Im looking foward to seeing you two entertaining all the boys with your hill climb.:clap:

[caseye]

Ah crap, Lula don't listen to these blokes, you girls get that bike going and have some great fun doing it and then taking it down there and wiping the smirks off their faces.Me going to the snow in middle of winter ah Nope.

[Goblin]

Me going to the snow in middle of winter ah Nope.Soft cock!:bleh:

[caseye]

LOL, so succintely put.

[Lula]

Lula don't listen to these blokes, you girls get that bike going and have some great fun doing it and then taking it down there and wiping the smirks off their faces.

Smirks won't be the only thing they'll be wiping off their faces, I have eggs as well!

Let's see your Rat Bikes boys!!!!

[Maha]

I have eggs as well!


All women do dont they??....:confused:

[Goblin]

All women do dont they??....:confused:

Yeah but most of us dont go throwing them at boys.:dodge:

[Lula]

Rat Bike workshop sessions are scheduled this week: selected few that are currently on this project - geestring and I will be in touch re your allocated evenings :shifty: :shifty:

[The Pastor]

hmm i wonder if my bike could be classified as a rat bike?

[puddy]

hmm i wonder if my bike could be classified as a rat bike?

Post a pic! But your avatar pic looks a bit rattish!

[The Pastor]

Post a pic! But your avatar pic looks a bit rattish!
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/picture.php?albumid=14&pictureid=24246

[Lula]

hmm i wonder if my bike could be classified as a rat bike?

Oh are you going to be at the Cold Kiwi to take on our Rat Bike? I am looking forward to someone better than Carver to compete with :devil2:

[The Pastor]

Oh are you going to be at the Cold Kiwi to take on our Rat Bike? I am looking forward to someone better than Carver to compete with :devil2:
nah cold kiwi is for fags

[mitch nield]

havent got any spare bikes at the moment but i have a few used 140 s12 rear tyres like u were after!!

[Lula]

havent got any spare bikes at the moment but i have a few used 140 s12 rear tyres like u were after!!

Hello Mitch! :love::love::love::love:

[carver]

Oh are you going to be at the Cold Kiwi to take on our Rat Bike? I am looking forward to someone better than Carver to compete with :devil2:

there wont be any competition

the mormons rule

[Lula]

there wont be any competition

the mormons rule

I have received a PM from a certain KB member (who you know), and he has been boasting about how he is going to beat you. He said its best you kindly step down as you will only be in the way.

[carver]

I have received a PM from a certain KB member (who you know), and he has been boasting about how he is going to beat you. He said its best you kindly step down as you will only be in the way.

R64Life?
fwd it to me!

[Cr1MiNaL]

R64Life?
fwd it to me!

Na it was'nt me, but thanks for the vote of confidence bro :thud:, you know The Mega Few Rule!

[carver]

Na it was'nt me, but thanks for the vote of confidence bro :thud:, you know The Mega Few Rule!

i know the MFSC has faith, and you dont

[Cr1MiNaL]

i know the MFSC has faith, and you dont

It's not about faith, as I see it; it's about skill :bleh: Either way this year will be my first Cold Kiwi and I'm packing lots of boose instead of a rat bike.

[carver]

It's not about faith, as I see it; it's about skill :bleh: Either way this year will be my first Cold Kiwi and I'm packing lots of boose instead of a rat bike.

oh really, you should come roll with us!

[Cr1MiNaL]

oh really, you should come roll with us!

I'm sure we will mingle brotha !:stupid:

[Lula]

R64Life?

Ok Carver that's one down - it's not R64Life.

[carver]

Ok Carver that's one down - it's not R64Life.

just 4wrd it to me!

[Taz]

just 4wrd it to me!

Hey Carver - How do you keep a fool in suspense??































I'll tell you tomorrow......

[Lula]

For those of you following Lula and geestrings Rat Bike . . . torque wrench tool was used tonight. We are turning the engine over tomorrow night - stand by :clap:

[2wheeldrifter]

We are turning the engine over tomorrow night - stand by :clap:

Cool doing some work on the other side of the engine then :Punk:

[Taz]

We are turning the engine over tomorrow night - stand by :clap:

Why the hell would you want it upside down in the frame?? Girls are weird!! :weird:

[Lula]

Why the hell would you want it upside down in the frame?? Girls are weird!! :weird:

Well it's a bit like cooking eggs really :bash:

I guess you weren't to know, you haven't been invited to one of our workshop sessions.
We have had to strip this engine down and re-build it because of its condition. Tonight we will see if it is going to run or not.

If its a lemon then we will be moving onto our back-up engine which is the GSX450.

[Lula]

Ok had a few people asking me how we got on so here is a bit of an update.

We didn't finish up until 1am this morning on that last workshop session, so the hours are going in.

Over the past few weeks geestring and I (and a few, most from KB that have come to some of our workshop sessions) have stripped the motor right back and put it together again.

It's been a bit of a major to get the timing sussed but we're pretty sure its all good now. Count 20 pins not 18, 180 degree turn there, line up this with that, blah, blah. For a minute we thought it might have a bent valve.

So last night we managed to turn it over and thankfully we have compression, but not had it running yet. We've put it back into the frame, put the carbs on, filled it with oil, new sparkplugs in, head will go on and now it is ready to recieve power and fuel.

Then sorting out what wiring is coming off.

This week we plan to have it running and then once that has happened its onto the good stuff - giving it a full make-over.

You have no idea what condition it was in - the iginition was zip tied on and it was out of a Cortina car! Missing and incorrect screws here and there, leaves and crap everywhere, oh not to mention the dog pubes that stick to the oily bits.

Anyway so far so good.

I have a vid of it turning which will post up soon again for those that are interested.

Go the mighty Rat Bike!

[Korumba]

Good on you two... how come 20 pins on the cam chain and not 18?????

[Lula]

Good on you two... how come 20 pins on the cam chain and not 18?????

Someone stupid was reading the wrong page out of the manual! Bwaahhh :laugh:

For anyone rebuilding this kind of engine you might like to know that if its a GS250 its 18 pins and if its a GS400 its 20 pins from the 1st marker to the 3rd.
I am learning these kind of specs very quickly!!

[Goblin]

You have no idea what condition it was in - the iginition was zip tied on and it was out of a Cortina car! Missing and incorrect screws here and there, leaves and crap everywhere, oh not to mention the dog pubes that stick to the oily bits.

Anyway so far so good.

I have a vid of it turning which will post up soon again for those that are interested.

Go the might Rat Bike!Oh I stand corrected then. I thought you were turning the bike pictured in post #51 into a ratbike. Now that would be sacrilege!
How do you know the dog hairs are pubes??

Still gunna be a hell of a laugh watching you girls punt it up that big ol' hill. Ya gunna go up the left side?
The burnout will be a hoot too!dont forget to put it in gear this time Go the girls!:wari:

[Lula]

Here are the latest pics of our mighty Rat Bike.

Look at its style, its power, its a legend in the making. Count yourself lucky that we invite and allow you to see out mighty beast.

Yes its early days but like most rat like things bit of make-up, few beers and jig with a spanner and it looks even hotter :2thumbsup

[mitch nield]

Looks like things are comming together. Could be a laugh watching u try and climb a hill on that might have to come and watch.:woohoo:

[Lula]

Ok boys and girls here is the latest from Lula and geestring's workshop session.

This is the bike that is owning this years Cold Kiwi hill climb - go the mighty Rat Bike!!! :devil2::devil2::devil2::devil2:

[Korumba]

Love those tires …. here are a few more pics.
Looking well on track...You Go Gurls!

[P38]

Looking good.

Rat bikes are fun to build.

Keep up the good work.

I'll be there to watch you own Cold Kiwi.

[Lula]

Tonight we got wiring sorted and the mighty Rat Bike has spark! MMMMmmmm I see others going down - we are sooooo close.

Stay posted if you can its a loooooong work in progress and Sept the 4th is still a long way off. But here is a a heads up we making t-shirts and if you'd like one just send myself or geestring your size - unfortunately we only have male sizes available so I hope you'll fit one!

[2wheeldrifter]

Looking good girls :) You got a colour yet (if you have said, missed it)


Those shirts free???

[scottjpalmer]

Good work.

Got a photo and a price for the T's?

[Lula]

Those shirts free???
Would you like a free one? Well we are having a draw in the workshop one night so let me know and I'll put your name into the draw. Good luck with that. :yes:


Got a photo and a price for the T's?
We are waiting on the final draft from our designer so will post a pic as soon as we have the prototype made.

Just waiting on a couple of quotes to do a print run and then I'll let you know what they are worth.

Mine might be wet when going up the hill! Hee,he :cold:

[scottjpalmer]

Mine might be wet when going up the hill! Hee,he :cold:

There is only one thing that can make a wet t-shirt competition better - that is a wet t-shirt competition in the freezing cold :rockon:

(Oops did I say that)

P.S. Put me in the draw for the free one please :yes: but I'll buy it anyway and donate the $$$ to a worthy charity like hmmm ummm the Lula & geestring's 2009 Rat Bike Charity

[short-circuit]

mine might be wet when going up the hill! Hee,he :cold:

....atgatt

[2wheeldrifter]

Would you like a free one? Well we are having a draw in the workshop one night so let me know and I'll put your name into the draw. Good luck with that. :yes:



:wari: Yeah put me down for the workshop draw would awesome... :woohoo:

It's not going to be the T-shirt everyone wipes there hands on as a rag is it?... Hmmm could be a collectors item... lol

[Goblin]

It's not going to be the T-shirt everyone wipes there hands on as a rag is it?... Hmmm could be a collectors item... lol Nah...more of a cum-rag I'd say. :Oops:

[2wheeldrifter]

Nah...more of a cum-rag I'd say. :Oops:

ooooh.. don't they have curtains in the workshop?

[Goblin]

ooooh.. don't they have curtains in the workshop?Probably...but you know what wimen are like with their curtains.

[2wheeldrifter]

Probably...but you know what wimen are like with their curtains.

oh tell me about!! but the workshop!! ...

[Lula]

Nah...more of a cum-rag I'd say. :Oops:


ooooh.. don't they have curtains in the workshop?


Probably...but you know what wimen are like with their curtains.

Boys, boys - this is a Rat Bike thread so don't start leaving your mouse droppings in here :spanking:

[2wheeldrifter]

Boys, boys - this is a Rat Bike thread so don't start leaving your mouse droppings in here :spanking:

Sorry got in caught in the moment.... easily led astray... :pinch:

Pick up my poo and leave....:Oops:

[Grahameeboy]

Boys, boys - this is a Rat Bike thread so don't start leaving your mouse droppings in here :spanking:
Guess that means they have mouse balls then.....imagine have ears bigger than your balls...??

[Lula]

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[carver]

get a rat bike!

[Gubb]

Hows that van-load of bits working out for ya?

[carver]

Hows that van-load of bits working out for ya?

get a rat bike

[short-circuit]

get a rat bike

Get a lobotomy

[carver]

Get a lobotomy

get a rat bike

[idleidolidyll]

Boys, boys - this is a Rat Bike thread so don't start leaving your mouse droppings in here :spanking:

but what makes it extra odd is that Goblin isn't a boy.................

[MIXONE]

Get a lobotomy

What another one!

[puddy]

Guess that means they have mouse balls then.....imagine have ears bigger than your balls...??
I don't know about anybody else, but if my balls were bigger than my ears, I'd have to ride standing up!:crazy:

[doc]

I don't know about anybody else, but if my balls were bigger than my ears, I'd have to ride standing up!:crazy:


So the fact ppl call me wingnut everytime I get a haircut is not as cool as I thort it was. :gob:

[Lula]

Hows that van-load of bits working out for ya?

Hey Gubb,

We have used a few bits and pieces out of the box. Mostly still quite focused on getting this engines timing right and then on to its look.

We are going to building our next Rat Bike using that engine of yours and the bits out of the box - that one will be a real mongrel having to use a lot of other parts from other bikes.

When you're visiting Dorkland next you'll have to come by geestrings and see our project in the flesh :yes:

[idleidolidyll]

now this is a rat bike.

The essence of a true rat bike is keeping a motorbike on the road for the maximum amount of time while spending as little as possible on it, Survival bikes look similar to, but are different in purpose from rat bikes--they are modified for stylistic reasons: Wikipedia

so lula and g string, you're building a survival bike but if you leave it to become a rattly old piece of shit and fix it with rubber bands, chewing gum and bits of wood, it will probably become a rat bike.

link to old skool rat bikes: http://www.ratbike.org/gallery.php

[Cr1MiNaL]

now this is a rat bike.

The essence of a true rat bike is keeping a motorbike on the road for the maximum amount of time while spending as little as possible on it, Survival bikes look similar to, but are different in purpose from rat bikes--they are modified for stylistic reasons: Wikipedia

so lula and g string, you're building a survival bike but if you leave it to become a rattly old piece of shit and fix it with rubber bands, chewing gum and bits of wood, it will probably become a rat bike.

link to old skool rat bikes: http://www.ratbike.org/gallery.php

hahah classic!

[Lula]

The essence of a true rat bike is keeping a motorbike on the road for the maximum amount of time while spending as little as possible on it.

Survival bikes look similar to, but are different in purpose from rat bikes--they are modified for stylistic reasons

Oh dear...idleidolidyll are you are you saying that the majority of us are really riding Rat Bikes?

Perhaps you are right - this could be a Survival bike because it is built for a stylistic reason....and that reason is.......it is going to own the Cold Kiwi hill this year :gob:

geestring and I are looking forward to seeing you join us on your two wheels at the Cold Kiwi hill climb.......surely you're not just all smack talk, stats, links and geekopedia?

[idleidolidyll]

I looked at my post again and realise it may be miscoonstrued.

I'm right behind the gals, it's a fantastic exercise and I hope it all works out well for them. They are working very hard and have clear goals in mind.

I posted that one because we had a discussion one thursday bike ride night about what constitutes a rat bike. I'm an old bastard of course and I remember what a rat bike was original described as, I mentioned this to the gals at the time; the post is supporting info.

Lula is correct, the definition of Rat Bike has morphed into a wide desription and in many minds includes old bikes rebuilt just as theirs is being rebuilt.

I remain a purist though; for me, a Rat Bike will always be a piece of shit that has pretty much always run but is held together with spit, glue, blue tack, string and wishful thinking as per the pics.

In closing, good on yer gals, that is a bloody cool project and you'll learn plenty from the experience. My only additional suggestion is to ignore those who say you must do it a particular way: let G string do some dodgy repairs, she'll get it right eventually and will learn by doing rather than looking over shoulders, same for Lula, just do what feels right

[idleidolidyll]

Oh dear...idleidolidyll are you are you saying that the majority of us are really riding Rat Bikes?

Perhaps you are right - this could be a Survival bike because it is built for a stylistic reason....and that reason is.......it is going to own the Cold Kiwi hill this year :gob:

geestring and I are looking forward to seeing you join us on your two wheels at the Cold Kiwi hill climb.......surely you're not just all smack talk, stats, links and geekopedia?

Sorry Lula, my racing days are past.
You only get to break your back once and I've had my turn. A hillclimb is one of the most likely ways I can think of for a repeat performance.

I'm right behind you though, Go Girl Power!

[Lula]

If its too wet to ride.....get at Rat Bike!

Workshop session is now in progress...we fitting some new bling today...oh la la

[carver]

If its too wet to ride.....get at Rat Bike!

Workshop session is now in progress...we fitting some new bling today...oh la la

dirt bike for the winter
road bike for the summer

[Lula]

dirt bike for the winter
road bike for the summer

Yeap already got one of each and now a Rat Bike for wasting you on a hill in front of a crowd :clap:

[Lula]

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[Cheshire Cat]

Yeap already got one of each and now a Rat Bike for wasting you on a hill in front of a crowd :clap:

:lol: I would like to see that!! :blank:

[howdamnhard]

Does that mean you finally have the timing sorted?

[aff-man]

lovin the vid hahahaha

[Cheshire Cat]

lovin the vid hahahaha

fap fap fap fap fap fap fap

[Lula]

Last night was another lengthy workshop session, and one with plenty of fire.

For this one geestring and I invited SkidMark over to take a look at this stubborn engine.
He really did put in the hardyards on trying to get this thing to run, and I have to admitt he seemed to know quite a bit about these engines.

Timing set this way, that way, valve settings done, several batteries used, and a lot of petrol which equaled a lot of fire! Not to mention the whole can of engine start used.

Yes we had one or two flames and then a major flare up which had us all running like ants looking for something to put it out with (we had already used the fire extinguisher, which was now empty) so glup water it was, but thankfully it worked.

So now we are still trying to work out why this pigdog is not running and have nicely blackened burnt wiring....but hey this bike has been binned, skinned and now burnt...surely it is a true Rat Bike!

If it doesn't go up that f*ckin hill it will definately be thrown off one.

Here is a vid of it before it caught of fire a couple of times and the pics below are of the smoke clearing and the remains of the fire extinguisher dust...

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[SixPackBack]

BAHAHAHAHAAHA....GOLD!

......................Shortly after skidmark attempted to power up the rat bike it burst into flames:clap:

[Pussy]

Just a thought.... I reckon the cam timing is out

[Bonez]

So it fired up but didn't idle? ;).

[carver]

R64life needs to work on it

[Baldy]

just a suggestion perhaps contact a bike wrecker in your area ask them to sponsor you a bike baldy[:clap:

[howdamnhard]

Just a thought.... I reckon the cam timing is out

He may have a point. Bugger now you will have to redo the wiring.

[idleidolidyll]

Lula,

Put the exhaust pipes on so it's less likely to catch fire.
Also, if the flames were shooting out the back of the carbs and it's not running (only coughing), the cam timing is still likely to be out.

Obviously Gstring will have fun doing that wiring, but at least you know where it all goes now.

[aff-man]

Do you mean the wiring is getting lovely and black when tryin to start it or that it is lovely and black due to fire?

First case... you got a short.

[idleidolidyll]

Do you mean the wiring is getting lovely and black when tryin to start it or that it is lovely and black due to fire?

First case... you got a short.

Good comment, I suspect the wiring isn't why it caught fire but be methodical.

Why did it catch fire? Was it a backfire setting light to fuel or was it a wire that overheated and burst into flames?

[Sollyboy]

We are on a mission to build a Rat Bike for the 2009 Cold Kiwi.

Starting with nothing but a shed, some tools and motivation. Looking for something that is over 400cc that will handle hill climbs and many burn-outs.
We have 2 months to build and we are based in Auckland.

Offers and suggestions welcomed to get this project off the ground . . .

your household sounds exciting , how about modify old suzuki impulse or similar , good 4 cylider rev high and robust for burnout action

[Pedrostt500]

Read Skids thread about flat mates kid, Might be better off getting the kid to start the bike for you than Skid.

[aff-man]

Good comment, I suspect the wiring isn't why it caught fire but be methodical.

Why did it catch fire? Was it a backfire setting light to fuel or was it a wire that overheated and burst into flames?

And it has blackened the wires it would also mean that they are perished... and could be arcing to ground somewhere causing a host of problems...

As I said.. i'll have a gander if ya need.

Kinda reminds me of the 750 I had where the instruments would go dead and it would run funny everytime I turned left..... ended up being a tiny crack in the wiring arcing on the fork when I turned left blowing a main fuse.... good times finding it though hahahaha

[doc]

Fark mention a G string and you get 17 pages of baggage, cmon Lula tell them you ride Honda ffs. :bye:

[Lula]

This is what I love about our Rat Bike it just loves the attention - here Lula and geestring take it for a drive around the block to give it some encouragement to run. Trailers just seem too easy!

[carver]

This is what I love about our Rat Bike it just loves the attention - here Lula and geestring take it for a drive around the block to give it some encouragement to run. Trailers just seem too easy!

so it still does not go?

[Conquiztador]

so it still does not go?

Maybe they have yet to add the rats?

[2wheeldrifter]

This is what I love about our Rat Bike it just loves the attention - Trailers just seem too easy!

Maybe taking up making jewelry might be easier to carry around and show off as an accessory?????

[2wheeldrifter]

So you have taken up another hobby or?

[Lula]

So you have taken up another hobby or?

I've just been busy knitting a seat cover for the beast (and a pair of fingerless gloves for myself and geestring to wear at the Cold Kiwi).

Standby reveal pics to follow in the next couple of weeks :wari:

[Taz]

Never seen the point of fingerless gloves. Knit some fingers for them also, they work better that way :)

[2wheeldrifter]

I've just been busy knitting a seat cover for the beast (and a pair of fingerless gloves for myself and geestring to wear at the Cold Kiwi).

Standby reveal pics to follow in the next couple of weeks :wari:


K standing by to see wooly G-string..... :wari: :shutup: it cold down there girls