No, I haver not been slacking. Not exactly. July and August are always rough for me with a few heavy lifts at the office. This throws off my progress. Still, I do get in a shop session here and there. Race Tech Cartridge Emulators Project Red used a set of progressive springs in the Forks.... Continue Reading →
$190 Gas Springs and a plethora of fairings…
Of course, I can't simply rebuild a bike "as is". I am not one of the many folks who seem to take on the role of voluntary BMW docent, and I don't think "original" or "as built" holds much appeal on its own. Don't get me wrong, sometimes an all original survivor or restoration is... Continue Reading →
Project Blue: Removing the Timing Cover, Bars, and getting the engine out of the frame.
Just a short update between some work travel. The project is coming along slowly, but without issue. I've given up on finding a way to do what I want without a complete teardown. There were portions of the bike I was hoping to leave intact, but that was becoming more of an effort than simply... Continue Reading →
