So the Hunt is on (another slow build thread)

[Martin.UK]

Leave it as it is.

So i need to start saving up for another one to build my copper/silver G1 Busa, How do i tell the wife i'm cutting the house keeping in half

 

[202mphbusa]

cam chain tensioner is the important one

 

[Martin.UK]

I deleted this post as the info was wrong. sorry

 

[Martin.UK]

Today is the day, My new old G1 will soon be here.

Edit.

Wife is coming with me to pick it up, We have hire a van, which we have never seen or used, and the silly sod is wearing Cream coloured jeans so she looked nice . I told her to change them and she did not like that

 

[202mphbusa]

So i need to start saving up for another one to build my copper/silver G1 Busa, How do i tell the wife i'm cutting the house keeping in half

Couldn't you build this one, and get a complete second set of bodywork and change it to suit your mood?

 

[Martin.UK]

We are back home now with the 1999 G1
It needs a bit of work, but i'm happy with it for the deal i got.
No matter what i do, it will need a full repaint anyway.

 

[sixpack577]

Repaint it?
It looks good now, and is probably worth more being original.

 

[Martin.UK]

Repaint it?
It looks good now, and is probably worth more being original.

no, Its been painted already by a blind man.

 

[Bumblebee]

We are back home now with the 1999 G1
It needs a bit of work, but i'm happy with it for the deal i got.
No matter what i do, it will need a full repaint anyway.

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Depends on your intent with the bike...if you are looking for an all original '99, I'd keep it as close to all stock as possible if it were me, as soon as anything is changed it is no longer stock.

 

[Martin.UK]

It does need paint, It lets it down so much.
I have been though all the paperwork for this bike.
and i'm going to keep it as is. it has to much history.

 

[Bumblebee]

It does need paint, It lets it down so much.
I have been though all the paperwork for this bike.
and i'm going to keep it as is. it has to much history.

Perhaps the hunt can start with tracking down the original paint codes and original paint design along with graphics...

Either that or a set of OEM plastics in the original color..?? Might be crazy priced if possible...

 

[Martin.UK]

I have got the paint codes. I have found an OEM left side fairing decal. But can't find the right side one. If anyone come across one please please let me know. Again its the right side fairing decal i need for the 1999 Black & Grey.

Part Number 68181-24F00-N1G

Thank you.

 

[Martin.UK]

Just bought a newish riders seat as mind was ripped on the lower right corner. Also bought a full set of used oem brake lines. so it's only the screen i need now for it to be all stock.

 

[Martin.UK]

going to try some easy start tomorrow, just to see if she comes to life. went out and bought 2 cans and then found i already had a can in the workshop.

 

[Martin.UK]

So this morning i removed the fuel tank, airbox. Checked the wireing, cable tied the clutch lever in and put the choke on. With a can of easy start in my left hand i pushed the starter. And she fired right up and ran. I am very happy with buying this Gen1 now i know it's a runner (once fuel pump is sorted).

 

[Spudley]

She's a beauty !.

 

[Martin.UK]

If anyone over the pond has untouched side fairings and a top fairing that they want to sell give me a shout. I'm going to try and see if i can keep the suzuki paint. I will cover all shipping costs if you let me know how much it is.

 

[Martin.UK]

you are not going to believe this.

But i have just bought a nearly full set of oem panels in the right colour and original paint. I just need the front fender now. I've only had the bike here 2 day and i've nearly got all the part for it.

 

[Martin.UK]

Look at how nice these side fairing are.

 

[Bumblebee]

Look at how nice these side fairing are.
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Very nice.....well done in making that deal...