[Mr.Boss]

Originally Posted by TorqueyTechie

Should I go with the old type or with the gas filled shocks? Does this provide a better ride quality?

Go for the Gas loaded shocks. They are way better than normal ones.
PS: I'm using them on my RX as well.

[TorqueyTechie]

Originally Posted by Mr.Boss

Go for the Gas loaded shocks. They are way better than normal ones.
PS: I'm using them on my RX as well.

Thank you sir. I will get them changed as well.

[Mr.Boss]

At last we had some spare time to proceed further.

Tank, Shields & seat removed


Oil leak in Head cover




Head & Cylinder removed




Complete block removed from the bike




Initial observation:
- Scoring mark in cylinder (vehicle front direction)
- Excess play in connecting Rod (Approx 2mm at piston end)
- Clutch needs replacement
- Inner sprocket oil seal damaged

[arnabchak]

Originally Posted by Mr.Boss

Below is the list of work done
- Given a neat wash
- Flushed the fuel tank
- Cleaned the carburetor
- Spark plug replaced
- Battery replaced
- Ignition lock set replaced
- Brake shoes and pads changed


Items to be painted
- Frame
- Engine
- Tank & Shield (Not debided yet)

Dear Boss

I will be restoring my 2004 Fiero F2 next month.
However, I will be doing in from my trusted mechanic and close friend.

Request if you could share the indicative costs for the same as it will give me a rough estimate of my expenses.
My restoration will also be on the same lines of the work mentioned by you, give or take a few more.

[Mr.Boss]

Originally Posted by arnabchak

Request if you could share the indicative costs for the same as it will give me a rough estimate of my expenses.

Here is the rough estimate dude,
Painting - 7~10k (If completely dismantled and painted. There are cheaper solutions available as well)
Engine + Transmission - 5~10k (depending on the parts usage)
Others - 2~4k (brakes, cables, harness, fork oil seals, etc)

A proper restoration will take you over 20k. You may refer my RX restoration threads for detailed job & cost break-up
http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/motorb...amaha-rxg.html
http://www.team-bhp.com/forum/motorb...storation.html

[TorqueyTechie]

Mr. Boss, Apologies for hijacking this thread!

I got my bike restored after 3 weeks at the mechanic garage. Both of us had spent considerable amount of time on discussing on the various options but finally decided to keep the bike stock.

Out of the things I had originally intended, I didnt change the air filter yet (this will be done by next month) and the lights (the HID didnt fit) and also didnt get the engine block painted. The shocks were good enough and didnt warrant any change.

Have changed the handle, all the cables, brake pads, oil seals and rings. Total Cost came upto 11 K.

Attaching the end result.

[Mr.Boss]

Originally Posted by TorqueyTechie

Have changed the handle, all the cables, brake pads, oil seals and rings. Total Cost came upto 11 K.

11k for the mentioned job only? Looks little expensive.

BTW your bike looks neat and well maintained. Congrats buddy.
Are you running with 16" wheel at the rear?

[TorqueyTechie]

Originally Posted by Mr.Boss

11k for the mentioned job only? Looks little expensive.

BTW your bike looks neat and well maintained. Congrats buddy.
Are you running with 16" wheel at the rear?

I had to get the engine reboring done and add the labour charges which came upto 5000 itself. Thats the problem of giving it to a mechanic . No matter how good and known he may be, but there will be something extra he would charge. But no qualms as the bike is running like new and I am enjoying the ride. Whatever it is the joy of riding is something which is unparalled!

Yeah I am running on 16" at the rear. This I felt gives me better grip. Thanks for the comment on the bike. Yeah trying to maintain it in a better shape but finding time to do for one bike itself is a challenge! I wonder how you are managing time to do all the restorations!

[Mr.Boss]

Originally Posted by TorqueyTechie

Yeah I am running on 16" at the rear. This I felt gives me better grip.

Try increasing the wheelbase with UG2 swing arm, that should improve the handling and enhance the overall look

Originally Posted by TorqueyTechie

I wonder how you are managing time to do all the restorations!

Little (???) difficult, but manageable

[Mr.Boss]

Minor update on the cracked HL reflector. Changed them last night
Amby reflector --> TATA Ace reflector (the later one has more curvature on the surface)

[Mr.Boss]

Originally Posted by Mr.Boss

Minor update on the cracked HL reflector. Changed them last night
Amby reflector --> TATA Ace reflector (the later one has more curvature on the surface)

Final outcome

[Mr.Boss]

Lazy painter did his job well. Got those parts back and assembled the engine with New bearings, clutch plate, clutch springs, kicker spring, etc. Engine rebored to 1OS piston (from Goetze), new valves and valve guide. Saturday late night we managed to fire the engine

[Mr.Boss]

Here is the final outcome

[svsantosh]

Brilliant effort... As a past owner of a 150Dtsi and a 220Dtsi-carb I loved it.

There are a few sore points sticking out. It is a small effort but will gel with overall effort.

1) rear grab handle
2) side stand and center stand
3) front fork top yoke and Key switch plate
4) a speedometer rebuild specialist can dismantle the 3-dials, 4 LED dial glasses and polish her like new

One nice powder coat of these will make the bike stand out. PS - guessing the age of the bike, do take the effort to get the FC done and give her a fresh lease of life.

[jayakumarkp]

Dear Mr. Boss,
How was the cleaning of the aluminum parts - ie the cylinder head, cylinder, clutch casing cover etc?
Looks amazingly clean.