1968 looms

savingclassicmotorcycles · Dec 31, 2020

Hey everyone hope we are all keeping well Just having a look at looms for my 68 Commando an noticed two types PVC and Braided at Andover what does everyone prefer an anyone know what they had originally?

Many Thanks,

Tom

NPeteN · Dec 31, 2020

Braided collects dirt and oil etc, small rubbing particles may eventually fracture the fabric.
PVC not so much.
I prefer the look and feel of braided, so that's what I have.

Can't speak to originality on a 68, my 70 had braided fabric originally.

Interbak · Dec 31, 2020

I used braided on my recent ‘68 Ranger project because I liked the look. Pretty sure PVC would have actually been the correct choice. My other P11A had PVC when I got it 30+ years ago, I assume it was the factory harness, the bike was rough but mostly original.

EstuaryBoy · Dec 31, 2020

Got to admit, seeing that headline on new years eve made me think: 'What ARE they smoking??'
Have a good one

kommando · Dec 31, 2020

If you are going to use AN then check the fuse holder, mine was badly assembled and the fuse barely touched the contacts. Found out when the bike cut out, first check was the fuse, took it out and it looked fine so put it back in the fuse holder, turned ignition on and saw some sparks at end of fuse from contact being made and unmade. Rode home and pulled the fuse holder and replaced with modern in line fuse holder and 15A blade fuse.

Seeley920 · Dec 31, 2020

EstuaryBoy said:
Got to admit, seeing that headline on new years eve made me think: 'What ARE they smoking??'
Have a good one

Even worse....2021 looms

dangerdarren · Dec 31, 2020

I recently purchase the braided for my 1968 and have been impressed with the impressed with the quality.
D.

jimbo · Dec 31, 2020

cloth cover loom is original for a 1968 Fastback.

savingclassicmotorcycles · Dec 31, 2020

Thanks guys great help going to be on assembly next week so need to get one ordered

The loom on mine was a total mess.

teamtiger21 · Jan 1, 2021

norton_rider said:
Hey everyone hope we are all keeping well Just having a look at looms for my 68 Commando an noticed two types PVC and Braided at Andover what does everyone prefer an anyone know what they had originally?

Many Thanks,

Tom

Tom the braided is correct. DO NOT order the Lucas harness, it is not correct! I have purchased mine from British Cycle Supply.

Mwood7800 · Jan 1, 2021

3m Friction tape last few bikes. I like to hide the wires anyway.

savingclassicmotorcycles · Jan 1, 2021

Thanks guys I'll get a braided one ordered next week

looking forward to getting her going back together.

Fast Eddie · Jan 1, 2021

norton_rider said:
Thanks guys I'll get a braided one ordered next week looking forward to getting her going back together.

And we‘re looking forward to the updates ...!

B+Bogus · Jan 4, 2021

teamtiger21 said:
Tom the braided is correct. DO NOT order the Lucas harness, it is not correct! I have purchased mine from British Cycle Supply.

I can't speak for US suppliers, but the latest 'Lucas' harnesses from the UK are cloth braided. Even when the original wasn't, e.g. post-'70, T160 etc.

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1968 looms

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