Managed to clean up the cylinder head a bit, so that it was ready to be re-installed. A few pictures to show how to set the correct cam timing. The “T” mark on the stator rotor should be positioned at twelve o’clock, in order to be sure that piston is at the top center. The […]
A picture to show the current state of my little RestoMod, which will need the following in order to be 100% done: Carburetor needs to be reinstalled, the top was loose and could not be fastened properly, so had to order a new one, for which I’m currently waiting – not so patiently. Cylinder head […]
One of the few things that are almost impossible to find in either new or mint condition; an original Honda Dax seat for the Danish 1973 model. I found this nice repro seat however, and I’m quite happy with the match. This might very well be the only Chinese part on the bike, except for […]
Brake pedal installed. Had to remove a bit of paint on the brake pedal pivot point, in order to make it fit. Notice the picture showing the two springs, where you actually have to place the smaller spring (the one that attaches to the rear brake light switch) inside the larger one. Truth be told; […]
Just a little picture to show you how the bike is looking, – or at least how it looked a few weeks back. Chain and seat has been installed since then, updated pictures will follow soon.
Still making a bit of progress with the bike now and then, even though I haven’t had that much time lately. Today I fitted the chain. Had to cut off a few links, and then pull the wheel a notch back, in order to have the right tension. The manual said to have an approximate […]
Simply had to share this moment with you. I struggled a bit with this part to be honest, but I’m really pleased that it now works as intended. The horn worked just fine earlier on (see the It’s alive! post), but after having moved the bike from the shed to the living room (yes, she’s […]
Thought that this part was done easily, and by hand as well. To do it by hand would be nearly impossible though, but a nylon string and a vice did the trick. Fitted one end of the spring on the kickstand, and placed the nylon loop in the other end, and pulled in order to […]
I finally came around to install the engine. Equipped with a jack it all went pretty smooth. Next up will be the foot step bar and the kick stand, so that this little bike should be able to stand all by itself.
The new parts arrived and I couldn’t be happier. Ordered a G Craft adjustable side stand, and the best of all; a GP Performance exhaust from Over Racing, all made in titanium. Is this needed for a 49cc stock engine? Definetely not. Did I still want it? Yes! Pictures down below for your convenience, it […]