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Post by wealdenrust on Mar 6, 2016 22:55:27 GMT
After years of riding a 650 Honda shafty and running out of room for it I sadly gave it away recently but within a week my dear wife bought me a new project... yep you guessed it, a (79) V reg 250 Superdream. As it was stood-up in the last owners mothers shed since 1980 it is "rusty" but the amazing thing is that it is untouched by amateur spanners so is a very interesting proposition. I should also say that there is only 2815 miles on the clock.
This is my 1st Superdream as I could no afford the bike in its day (that dates me), all I could afford was a D1 Bantam.
It is my aim to get it serviceable (nothing more), ride it, and enjoy it.
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Post by stevegbr on Mar 6, 2016 22:57:33 GMT
hello and welcome wealdenrust, hope you enjoy our forum, any photos please.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 6, 2016 23:05:04 GMT
It is one of my dreams (pardon the pun) for my wife to buy me a project motorbike - it is in fact one of my ultimate fantasies......but sadly (like most fantasies) it will never happen....sounds like you have a good 'en there - hold on to her. Welcome to the site wealdenrust.  |
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Post by wealdenrust on Mar 6, 2016 23:39:11 GMT
Thanks for the welcome. I shall get a photo or two and upload them soon. The project is waiting for a baffle box repair and a new pair of silencers (the originals have rotted away) to get me off and running. the rest is unknown yet except that the engine is a runner.
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Post by wealdenrust on Mar 6, 2016 23:41:24 GMT
Sorry, I forgot to mention in reply that yes my wife is a diamond who I'm probably lucky to still have after 25 years married. Gulp!
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Post by wazzbo on Mar 7, 2016 18:24:49 GMT
Welcome to the forum wealdenrust,that sounds like an interesting bike, very low miles, I look forward to seeing your pics.  |
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Post by Somersetdreamer on Mar 7, 2016 19:11:47 GMT
Welcome I also would like my wife to do the same for me but in reality no chance, looking forward to seeing some pics |
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Post by ian on Mar 7, 2016 20:20:09 GMT
Hi wealdenrust, welcome. That's certainly an interesting project, good luck with it.
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Post by darthvader on Mar 8, 2016 9:45:54 GMT
Welcome, your project sounds just up my street mate - perfect !
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Post by wealdenrust on Mar 9, 2016 2:49:05 GMT
Looks like I shall have to get the camera out this weekend to put you out of your misery.
I will say that rusty low mileage but promising is how I view the wee silver blue striped beauty.
Thanks for your interest it does make me happier that I'm not alone in a cold garage with a heap of ferrous oxide and a runny nose.
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Post by Deleted on Mar 9, 2016 3:36:18 GMT
No you are certainly not alone in that!!! Looking forward to hearing more from you. |
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Post by wealdenrust on Mar 9, 2016 16:50:19 GMT
I'm toying with an idea of starting a thread for this project but being a novice to forums is this a good or bad idea?
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Post by scotto75 on Mar 9, 2016 17:22:50 GMT
I haven't managed to start a thread yet for my SD project, but have had a few 'build threads' on other forums. You will find forum members will give you advice at each stage of your project, and with some members having a wealth of experience that kind of advice is invaluable. They're a great way to document your progress, as you can look back at what you have achieved. And you'll get plenty of encouragement if you ever hit a wall or lose motivation.
A project thread from start to finish is also invaluable for other new members who will inevitably face the same pitfalls and obstacles that you will have to overcome, so the information and experiences that you include in your thread will serve as a reference for future Superdream restorers! (Which includes me!)
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Post by stevegbr on Mar 9, 2016 17:32:23 GMT
I'm toying with an idea of starting a thread for this project but being a novice to forums is this a good or bad idea? A good idea. As you are in the welcome section. |
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Post by wealdenrust on Mar 9, 2016 21:13:36 GMT
Great, thoughtful and helpful advice. I shall try.
Should it be a new thread, as it's a new way of thinking or continue on this thread?
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