Emma the 'M' model.

[Alan H]

Managed to get the 20 odd year old Hi-Tec tyres off the GSX550 Katana wheels yesterday (with bfo tyre levers - ooh me poor fingers!) And a couple of hammers pliers ( to get the tube valves through the 'rims'. Bearings out so now need to check stock to see what I actually need, then get the wheels powder coated before bearings are fitted , of course.
Found out that the 'plate' for the electrics was missing, so bought 2 - as the plate on the 550B is missing too! The list of stuff for the powder coater is getting bigger as well - frame, tinware, wheels, GS swing arm etc. Might end up with GS750 forks & yokes as the originals are shot, plus they are only 'single disc' and there will be 2 at the front, also I can fit GS550 clocks to upset even more purists.....
Oh, life is good!!!

[Alan H]

Looks like Baz has done another great job on the motor - before & after pics attached - guess which Paul.....

Some stuff at the powder coaters, but lots to do in the meantime.

[barney01]

Amazing transformation Alan!

[Frankibaby7]

yes baz is the man alan

[PaulD738]

Looks like Baz has done another great job on the motor - before & after pics attached - guess which Paul.....IMG_20230430_222601~2.jpg
Some stuff at the powder coaters, but lots to do in the meantime.

Must have taken ages to add the patina, very authentic

[Alan H]

30 odd years in a damp shed/cellar I reckon, Paul.

[PaulD738]

30 odd years in a canal/swamp I reckon, Paul.

[asco58]

The refurbished engine looks really good. Are those the original casings and crank or a spare set?

[Alan H]

Spare set. The original engine (which wasn't really the original engine!!!) was unrecoverable.

[Alan H]

Pretty innit?!?! Obviously lots to do.....