The customer also wanted the wheels painted, so we kept the bike on deposit.
Time is running out fast with Golden Week approaching. . . Actually, it’s still February and we’re already swamped with work requests like this—a bit discouraging.
The unseasonably warm weather isn’t helping either. . .
I cleaned it up quickly. (5 minutes)
We couldn’t ship it as is, so I cleaned it up, packed it, and sent it out.
The inside of the sprocket cover was dirty, so I soaked it and will wipe it down later.
The banjo fitting is super close—or rather, it might hit. You should give it a little clearance.
I’ll replace the plate and knock pin as well.
It’s better to polish the rod a bit first and then set it to slide smoothly.
Sometimes one won’t come out, so it’s like, what the heck?
It gets a bit bigger. Don’t expect a dramatic weight reduction—just so you know.
Pretty rough buildup, huh?
Everyone’s release pistons look like this. . . .
Even with new parts, I disassemble once and apply CCI MR20 Metal Rubber
and assemble with the belief that it’ll be a bit smoother.
I applied Gun Coat to the shaft and collar.
Oil changed to Newtech NC50 and oil filter.
Now we’re waiting on the wheels.
