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    That would be a sad waste if, well, if it was a decent bike. A motorcycle for a non motorcyclist.

    Why is the front tyre not a whitewall? Its such a glaring omission that it's inexcusable.
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    Look I reall don't expect people to slavishly restore an old brit bike to factory perfection as there are loads of tasteful specials out there... BUT then theres this...

    http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...1301609782.htm

    OMG - needs to be bought just to put it out of its misery but sadly that's about what a good standard one would go for...

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    Quote Originally Posted by Paul in NZ View Post
    Look I reall don't expect people to slavishly restore an old brit bike to factory perfection as there are loads of tasteful specials out there... BUT then theres this...

    http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...1301609782.htm

    OMG - needs to be bought just to put it out of its misery but sadly that's about what a good standard one would go for...
    That's horrible, perhaps the 'restorer' has issues with colour perception... aside from the motor it's got the same colour scheme as a Buzzy Bee!

    Fuck it. Go the whole hog. Add feelers.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Paul in NZ View Post
    Look I reall don't expect people to slavishly restore an old brit bike to factory perfection as there are loads of tasteful specials out there... BUT then theres this...

    http://www.trademe.co.nz/motors/moto...1301609782.htm

    OMG - needs to be bought just to put it out of its misery but sadly that's about what a good standard one would go for...
    Well on the upside at least its not languishing in some old blokes shed waiting for him to die before escaping.
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    Quote Originally Posted by Voltaire View Post
    Well on the upside at least its not languishing in some old blokes shed waiting for him to die before escaping.
    I know the old geezer that created that abomination. No name mentioned but he is well known in classic racing, and has seriously sponsored some good riders including Dr Rodger Freeth. Built some good shit in times gone by but the last few years he's completely lost the plot....especially with that POS

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    Quote Originally Posted by swarfie View Post
    I know the old geezer that created that abomination. No name mentioned but he is well known in classic racing, and has seriously sponsored some good riders including Dr Rodger Freeth. Built some good shit in times gone by but the last few years he's completely lost the plot....especially with that POS
    Maybe, just maybe you want to tell him that it's time to stop and retire from bike building
    I've spent my money on bikes, booze and babes. The rest I've wasted....

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    Quote Originally Posted by babysteps View Post
    We have a winner! With that money I could buy a 2nd hand S1000RR.


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    Quote Originally Posted by swarfie View Post
    but the last few years he's completely lost the plot....especially with that POS
    I have no idea of whom you speak but you'll get argument from me. It hurts my eyes - and not just because my first bike was an AJS.
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    Quote Originally Posted by EJK View Post
    We have a winner! With that money I could buy a 2nd hand S1000RR.
    But, but, but... it's a piece of art...


    and beauty is in the eye of the beholder!


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    Selling on behalf of a mate. . Because he was scared of the abuse

    Can't be bothered finding it (thats what we have husi for ) but reminds me of old cartoon of person knocking on a door. . Are you the person advertising the chopped Vincent? (Lynch mob hidden around the corner)
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    Quote Originally Posted by Moi View Post
    But, but, but... it's a piece of art...


    and beauty is in the eye of the beholder!
    That's something only fat people would say.


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    Quote Originally Posted by swarfie View Post
    I know the old geezer that created that abomination. No name mentioned but he is well known in classic racing, and has seriously sponsored some good riders including Dr Rodger Freeth. Built some good shit in times gone by but the last few years he's completely lost the plot....especially with that POS
    looks like he/kids are having a clear out..





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    The single is the only one that interests me. The 750 Triton needs a link taken out of the primary chain to get the gearbox into position - and there's something odd about the front fork offset too.
    The 500 triton has what looks like a Yamaha TD/TR rear hub...rare shit now.

    If I ever produce something like the 650 twin, I'll expect a KB execution squad....and welcome it.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Grumph View Post
    The single is the only one that interests me. .
    I find all three appeal much more than the idiocy we normally come across in this thread. At first I too preferred the Matchless, but it appears to be a chopped road bike (as was common) rather than a CS model so I've gone off that.

    Good, I can save my money.
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