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KWACKERZ1 · #151 PostAuthor: **KWACKERZ1** » Mon Jan 14, 2013 1:32 pm

Just get yours re-profiled and covered and copy the buldock one it would probably only cost Â£100 or so.

By the way Stunning bike build absolutely gorgeous.

zed1015 · #152 PostAuthor: **zed1015** » Mon Jan 14, 2013 1:51 pm

Get some renthal ultra low superbike bars and a 2/4 seat on it ..... Perfect.

Viktor Larsson · #153 PostAuthor: **Viktor Larsson** » Mon Jan 14, 2013 2:07 pm

LondonZ1 wrote:....as does the price!

The Bulldock seat is about Â£500.

Noticed that now when I checked up on it. A bit steep for a seat I think...

#154 PostAuthor: **Ginger Bear** » Mon Jan 14, 2013 2:10 pm

Show that Bulldock seat to this man............

http://www.z1ownersclub.co.uk/index.php ... ew&iden=53

LondonZ1 · #155 PostAuthor: **LondonZ1** » Mon Jan 14, 2013 9:42 pm

Mr zed1015: I have checked the specs and you are (as usual) right. I have ordered renthal ultra low in black. I bought the streetfighter ones ages ago and can't remember why I chose them but it was a mistake. Mind you, new Renthal bars are cheaper than four cam plugs from Z-Power....

Mr GB: I can't get the seat link to work. Seat specialist recommendations welcome. I have had seats recovered in the past with mixed results. It's a bit like paint, lots of average suppliers and very few really good ones.

Everyone else: thanks for the feedback, it's really appreciated. It's taken a long time to get here and I'm happy that most of you seem to like where it's going. I'm a bit surprised that most people seem to like the front end and forks best. It was much more difficult getting the swingarm and shocks sorted and that's the part I'm most pleased with.

#156 PostAuthor: **Ginger Bear** » Mon Jan 14, 2013 10:24 pm

Steve Adams, based in Northampton, expert in re-covering & re-profiling your seat.
Tel: 07958990962
email: steveadams@keme.co.uk

There's several on here that will vouch for the quality of his work.

LondonZ1 · #157 PostAuthor: **LondonZ1** » Sun Jan 20, 2013 6:39 pm

The silver bars have gone and I now have Renthal ultra low superbike in black. They suit the bike much better and are a bit narrower and lower than the silver ones. Now that I am happy with them I have glued on the LH grip and put the switchgear on. I think I'll fit a Venhill 888 throttle assembly. I filed down the cam plugs until they fitted (very tedious) so the engine is now sealed. The carbs (Keihin CR31) were a tight fit on the rubbers but a squirt with some PTFE spray and they went on OK.

I have also fitted the coils, the starter motor and made the rest of the high current cabling. I've used 10sq mm cable with adhesive lined heatshrink over the crimp/cable junctions for strain relief and sealing. I bought a heavy duty crimper from ebay so I could make all cables myself. I have also changed the battery box a bit. Motogadget recommend fitting a main fuse between the battery and the m-unit so I managed to get one to fit at the front top of the box. All that's left now is the rest of the harness.....

All that remains before trying to start it is 1) connect the plug leads, 2) set the ignition timing, 3) connect the Dyna S to the coils and 12V and 4) some petrol in the carbs. (and yes I have put some oil in it).

Pigford · #158 PostAuthor: **Pigford** » Sun Jan 20, 2013 6:46 pm

Before FIRST fire-up....... squirt engine oil into the cam buckets - or at least leave all the plugs out (and Dyna unplugged) and spin her over for a minute or two to prime it all up.

Best to take the Cam Cover off & "squirt engine oil into the cam buckets" and watch to see the oil is pumping up into the top-end :!:

Best to be a bit OTT and extra safe :wink:

LondonZ1 · #159 PostAuthor: **LondonZ1** » Sun Jan 20, 2013 9:06 pm

Thanks for the tips Mr P. I have applied Rocol assembly grease to the cam lobes and shims but good idea to take the cover off and make sure the oil is flowing OK. I've got a long fuel hose so I can leave the tank to one side when I fire it up.

sanderz · #160 PostAuthor: **sanderz** » Sun Jan 20, 2013 9:38 pm

Great build - GBs post on Steve Adams seats, he's your man. Ive seen his work its top notch.

LondonZ1 wrote: I've got a long fuel hose so I can leave the tank to one side when I fire it up.

Just a thought but you could leave the tank off (safe and sound) and use one of these -

http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sealey-Motorc ... 4ac0766f7d

#161 PostAuthor: **paul doran** » Mon Jan 21, 2013 1:50 pm

that looks really nice

martinz1000r · #162 PostAuthor: **martinz1000r** » Mon Jan 21, 2013 2:20 pm

What air filters are you using on the CR carbs? Are they UK sourced or part of your Japanese shopping?

LondonZ1 · #163 PostAuthor: **LondonZ1** » Mon Jan 21, 2013 3:23 pm

I bought the filters from Japan. They are S&S air charger and I bought them mainly because I liked the look of them. They are also reasonably small and fit neatly behind the carbs. The red/pink filter elements are a bit discoloured and I was thinking of dyeing them black for cosmetic reasons. I don't think that dyeing would restrict the airflow, but if anyone knows better, please say so.

slappa13 · #164 PostAuthor: **slappa13** » Mon Jan 21, 2013 6:21 pm

I like the filters, ive got k&n on my cr carbs and they are a bit large to fit in the side panels. Your bike is the best british built z i have ever seen, a credit to you

Pigford · #165 PostAuthor: **Pigford** » Mon Jan 21, 2013 7:09 pm

LondonZ1 wrote: The red/pink filter elements are a bit discoloured and I was thinking of dyeing them black for cosmetic reasons. I don't think that dyeing would restrict the airflow, but if anyone knows better, please say so.

If you use the proper K&N oil, this will bring the nice red colour back - and if done to the instructions, won't harm the air flow :wink:

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