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- Jan 20, 2005
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Hi,
I'm thinking of embarking on a long-term Commando project. I intend to acquire the necessary parts as time, money and inclination allow. I'd like to build it up from "scratch", but would consider starting from a rough complete bike or basket case.
I've got a little mechanical aptitude and have previously renovated a '71 BMW R75/5 and a '73 Honda CL450K5 Scrambler. I'm currently finishing up a '78 BMW R100s that I snatched from the jaws of death at a salvage yard and made into my daily rider. New Glasurit red smoke is the final step before spring.
No real vision yet for the Commando project which is why I've joined this forum. I've always wanted one and I'm drawn to the fastbacks but they're all bleeding gorgeous. I'm hoping to build a unique bike that typifies all of the good characteristics of the Commando. Numbers don't have to match.
First of all, which drivetrain should I center the project around? I intend to use the bike for spirited solo rides of short to medium distance and it must be utterly reliable with good parts availability. Electric start is not required. Secondly, how will drivetrain affect my frame choice?
Thanks for helping out a newbie.
Bredhead
I'm thinking of embarking on a long-term Commando project. I intend to acquire the necessary parts as time, money and inclination allow. I'd like to build it up from "scratch", but would consider starting from a rough complete bike or basket case.
I've got a little mechanical aptitude and have previously renovated a '71 BMW R75/5 and a '73 Honda CL450K5 Scrambler. I'm currently finishing up a '78 BMW R100s that I snatched from the jaws of death at a salvage yard and made into my daily rider. New Glasurit red smoke is the final step before spring.
No real vision yet for the Commando project which is why I've joined this forum. I've always wanted one and I'm drawn to the fastbacks but they're all bleeding gorgeous. I'm hoping to build a unique bike that typifies all of the good characteristics of the Commando. Numbers don't have to match.
First of all, which drivetrain should I center the project around? I intend to use the bike for spirited solo rides of short to medium distance and it must be utterly reliable with good parts availability. Electric start is not required. Secondly, how will drivetrain affect my frame choice?
Thanks for helping out a newbie.
Bredhead