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DBD Brian

Posted by Thumpersloper <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/classicbikemart/info/user=Thumpersloper' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 25, 2023, 9:00 am

Brian, I checked the remote float chamber height and it was actually 1/4” too high so I have lowered it to the correct level.
I’m hoping this will cure the cold starting problems.

I’ve ordered some black petrol pipe to make up longer pipes so I can fit the 90 degree inlet banjo.

One other question: How far from the front edge of the mudguard should the tip of the front number plate be or how far back should the front hole be drilled?

Rocker and Ton-Up Boy

Re: DBD Brian

Posted by MadMike <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/classicbikemart/info/user=MadMike' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 25, 2023, 9:08 am, in reply to "DBD Brian"

What is going on here? This cannot be right? Where is the rule book? Asking questions about an old motorbike to ensure it is rebuilt correctly is just not on Pete. Tell us about your aches and pains, local holiday traffic, the death of a has been pop star, or even a train's birthday, but matters motorcycling? Not de rigeur old chap.

LOL. Sorry there is no Emoji on here for manic laughter...so Ho, Ho, Ho.

Other opinions may be available but this one is always correct.

Re: DBD Brian

Posted by Beezabryan <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/classicbikemart/info/user=Beezabryan' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 25, 2023, 9:47 am, in reply to "Re: DBD Brian"

I Know Bugger All Mike

BeezaBryan

He knows not where he's going, For the ocean will decide,
Its not the destination, It's the glory of the ride (Edward Monkton, Zen Dog)

Re: DBD Brian

Posted by DBDBrian <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/classicbikemart/info/user=DBDBrian' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 25, 2023, 10:10 am, in reply to "Re: DBD Brian"

Good news Pete, I think you will find a considerable improvement with starting and fuel consumption, you will obviously need to reset the pilot adjustment. I don't have a front reg plate on mine, but I think I may have an old original front guard I can measure.

Brian
Made In England

Re: DBD Brian

Posted by 6TDen <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/classicbikemart/info/user=6TDen' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 25, 2023, 12:59 pm, in reply to "Re: DBD Brian"

Don't be so harsh Mike, there must be some tolerance for people asking bike related questions otherwise the site could become boring.
Den

Re: DBD Brian

OK Den, I bow to your superior judgement and will not criticise bike related postings in the future.

Thank you for your wise counsel.

Other opinions may be available but this one is always correct.

Re: DBD Brian

Sorry Pete, no luck finding the old guard, but I have got the original plate.
Total length 11-3/4 ", Width 3", Distance back from tip to centre of front mounting stud 2-7/8". centres between mounting studs, on the guard radius 8".
1/4" cycle rate stud threads .
There are some quite good pictures in the BMS Goldstar book of the plate location.

Brian
Made In England

Re: DBD Brian

Posted by SteveB <iframe src='https://members5.boardhost.com/classicbikemart/info/user=SteveB' width='330' height='300' border=0 style='border:none;'> on February 28, 2023, 8:36 am, in reply to "Re: DBD Brian"

Spot on mr mad, the reason I really only lurk!
It’s a pity the snippets have gone.

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