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Can you provide a bit more info on your statement. Any ideas as to which of the 3 wiring loom wires from the original starter button are what? Sent from SYDland.....

Ok. Its been a little while, but after a few issues, we got the bike running. However .... 1. The battery (new) is fading fast. My battery/alternator tester says the alternator is bad. Any ideas other than "engine out and replace the alternator"? 2. The starter switch has crumbled apart and I...

Well an old friend dug out some "old" front calipers which need a proper clean. I have been advised not to use my special cleaning liquid to do the cleaning since I destroyed the other ones :) Interesting to know that there are sqaure and round oil seals - I will need to explore that some more...

Had a loose disc so had all the front brake system on the bench with the calipers on the disc and the master cylinder/lever in the vice (not tight) and primed the system accordingly. Unfortunately the calipers are arsed. If you look back through the thread you will see my "attempt" at cleaning...

Got some more done.... and then some more..... panels this time.... and finally the 1st dry fit is almost complete bar ...brakes, levers, and clocks) Also found that this frame was meant for the original style "shortie" side panels and not these - so will need to mock up some...

Thanks chaps. I dont toss things ...... :) Sent from SYDland ....

Heading that way. The reason I know they arent handlebar risers is that I have the risers on the bike already. Those are the only metal bits left. Im pretty certain now they are an aftermarket add on for the centre stand (which im not using so they are almost scrap). I did have a vetter...

Nope they are not. I think they are some sort of aftermarket add on to the center stand (which is no longer on my bike frame) to give a bigger "plate" for the foot to lift the bike up. But I am grasping at straws here....

Does anyone know what these are for or where they go?

Actually the bearings on the bike when I got it were taper bearings - code ended with a "J". I order new replacement taper bearings from a seller on Ebay (these are KOYO bearings) and the code ends with "JR" and they do not fit over the steam. According to Mr Bearing seller there is no...

OK - now we have some issues. 1. Top radiator hose is leaking coolant after I put a few litres in. I cant find replacement OEM top hoses anywhere. Any suggestions where in the UK I can get a replacement one from? 2. Throttle cables - is there just the 1 type or is there 2? I know it has 2...

Thanks Dan. Will look at it shortly, Sent from SYDland ....

I seem to have a GEREX electronic ignition system on this GL1000. Unfrotunately I dont have a clue as to where the 3 wires which arent plugged in actually plug in to. Does anyone have any ideas? Or better still, a copy of the manual?

Ordered a hydraulic clutch conversion and some resurfaced discs from Bradshaws Bikes in WA USA (as seen on Facebook).

12-APR-13

10-APR-13 Steves handy work! New timing belts, new spark plugs, wires hooked up, carbs on, air filter (with new air filter) on, dummy tank on, fork brace on, handlebars on, radiator (and sides) on, rad pipes on, other pipes on, new fuel hoses on, fuel tank in, shaft splines moly greased both...

2-MAR-13 OK so I had a busy week at work. I had planned to "prep" during the week, but that didnt happen. This meant on the morning of 02-03-13 (Saturday) I was up at 6am. First things first - fill the truck up (and a quick car wash whilst having a morning coffee) and then to Toolstation to...

23-FEB-13 OK - did a another coat of paint on the engine on 21st.... Just need to let it dry now. Next job - go collect the paintwork from Sheffield..... tank sides... side panels.... Front mudguard and top of tank.... Final coat of paint and lacquer going on.... Saturday...

21-FEB-13 Painting the GL1000 engine today with its several layers of silver top coat....

16-FEB-13 It isnt everybodys cup of tea (hey, im British - if your an American consider what I said "its not everyones cup of coffee" :)) but since its my bike and im paying for it, I will have what I want :) Current paintwork