While going through my old photo files recently, I ran across a bazillion
neat tech and how-to photos. So, rather than do any new work, I compiled some
of the little tips and tricks that used to work way back then. If you have a
vintage dirt bike, much of this will be helpful. If not, it'll at least bring
back a few memories.
Enjoy!
On just about any CZ ever made,
the throttle cable fit loosley in the housing, and could jump out if
the slide hung up a bit. Wrapping some tape around the cable, while
not pretty, does the trick. Many other bikes have this same potential
problem.
No matter what year your
vintage bike is, your trans will live longer if you install a magnetic
drain plug. The particles that scruff off the gears will collect on
the tip, rather than float around inside and damage bearings.
Install a rubber booty over
your carb top. The best ones are from the round-slide Mikunis. A used
one will cost you a buck at a bone yard, and it'll do a good job of
keeping water and grit out of your carb.
Tired of bleeding thumbs? Cut a
foam donut and slip it over the grips on each side.
Older bikes with remote shock
reservoirs are typically held in place with hose clamps. Always
install the clamps at the ends of the reservoir, rather than anywhere
near the center. Why? Because when the reservoir gets hot and expands,
the clamps will tighten up on the floating piston separator, causing
it to stick.
Most any older Maico will
benefit from wise use of duct tape in the air box if you're riding in
wet conditions.
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