Spent a few hours fixing the boys new bike. new chain fitted so it could be started. Of course, having not been run for many years, it was unlikely to start on the kick start. tried but failed.
Put it on the roller starter and it fired up at higher engine speeds and ran but the GP carbs are clogged. We know it runs so ordering a pair of new 32mm concentrics next. About 500 pounds i expect but then the GP carbs will sell for over 600 pounds.
Next stage is a few more adjustments and checks then run it with new carbs. Once that runs, the Boyer ignition and new coils are being fitted.
I expect this bike will need 1500 pounds in parts to make it really good and it will need a new fuel tank very soon as it still has a fibreglass one fitted but not leaking yet.
Still, its good fun fixing this 1966 bike and it will run for Summer riding.