"Test Mule" '74 850 Monoshock build

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Coco said:
The "huge" front drum on the Norton, pictured in your avatar is relatively the same size in diameter as GP's disc set. Mind you, GP's discs would probably a lot more grabby than your drum.
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That's why I changed it for a smaller size 😉
 
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ludwig said:
grandpaul said:
.. it has some sort of modulator mechanism I'm wondering about, appears to have an adjustment of some sort...
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That's indeed a brake power regulator ( looks adjustable ) that sits on top of the caliper .
I don't think I have ever seen this on a motorcycle .
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My 75 came with a custom setup which I removed to go back to stock (still need a master cylinder) I have the powdercoated custom bracket that mounts the MC, nicely done. I will not be using it. If you would like it I'll box it and mail to you. You can consider it payment for sharing some great tips I'm very appreciative about. Otherwise it will both be collecting dust and be used as a paperweight, it deserves better!
PM me and I'll get you my email and your address.
Kurt
 
ludwig said:
kwb210
I really appreciate the offer , but I am satisfied with my current mc setup :

Maybe GP could use it ?
Nortonspeed : that's the cleanest lathe I've ever seen !
( not to mention the floor ! )
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Opps! I meant this for Grandpaul. Glad you don't want it! Would have cost me a fortune in shipping! Whew!
I guess that is what the "preview" function is for!
Sorry for mis-understanding.
Kurt
 
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e-mailed reply, but addressed the CALIPER mounting. I've already got the MASTER CYLINDER setup figured out, and have two Niissin M/Cs, one with integral reservoir, so less fuss!
 
Do you still have your previous front brake setup? I'm looking to buy one for a future Triton (wideline) project I'm scraping together.

Thanx.


Sorry GP, I sold the Fontana brake more than 10 years ago but if you are really interested take a look at this site: http://www.tga.co.uk (a lot of nice goodies :!: )
 
Mounted up a freshly chromed set of pillion pegs to use temporarily as quasi-rearsets, then mocked up the rear brake master cylinder (the one without the reservoir). I just used a plate that came with a set of cable-operated brake reasets, I still need to fabricate a clean mounting plate with the holes drilled to allow better orientation of the plunger shaft, and clearance from the muffler-

Also picked up a nice, small, sealed battery-

Inner tubes arrived today, so the tires were being mounted up, but I probably missed closing time at the tire shop...
 
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grandpaul said:
Mounted up a freshly chromed set of pillion pegs to use temporarily as quasi-rearsets, then mocked up the rear brake master cylinder (the one without the reservoir). I just used a plate that came with a set of cable-operated brake reasets, I still need to fabricate a clean mounting plate with the holes drilled to allow better orientation of the plunger shaft, and clearance from the muffler-
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Is that angle acceptable on the MC?
 
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From previous post:

"...I still need to fabricate a clean mounting plate with the holes drilled to allow better orientation of the plunger shaft, and clearance from the muffler"
 
grandpaul said:
From previous post:

"...I still need to fabricate a clean mounting plate with the holes drilled to allow better orientation of the plunger shaft, and clearance from the muffler"
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And you think I read every post carefully?

Not only the angle is a concern but the location. The vertical one ludwig showed seems more protected.
 
I like the Z-plates, and it would take a lot of work to re-configure the brake pedal and linkage to orient the M/C vertically; as it is, it will work fine (very similar to my Blue bike).
 
Tires & tubes mounted up, now just waiting on the fork seals and rear wheel bearing (brake side) to get to the point of a rolling project-

Decided to install my crossover headers and "Bean Can" annular discharge mufflers; this is just a mock-up to check the rear brake master cylinder setup, it didn't work at all (back to square 1 on that one) -

Fabricated the electrical component mounting backplate-

Fit everything up. marked & drilled it, painted it and set it all in place-
 
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grandpaul said:
Decided to install my crossover headers and "Bean Can" annular discharge mufflers; this is just a mock-up to check the rear brake master cylinder setup, it didn't work at all (back to square 1 on that one) -
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Going vertical, eh?

Better see what kwb210 has then.
 
I've already wired up the ignition stuff, alternator system, and battery; kicked it just to check spark - YEP. Static timed it, filled it with oil. Dropped off the seat/tail and sidecovers at the painters on Friday. Now waiting on the rocker oil feed pipe and rear axle to get it out in the light of day and do the initial start-up!

This week should be fun.
 
O'Reilley auto parts.

Note the Buss automatic circuit breaker added to the top input lug; perfect setup.
 
grandpaul said:
O'Reilley auto parts.

Note the Buss automatic circuit breaker added to the top input lug; perfect setup.
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Pics of the wiring going into the block when you get a chance?
 
I have a fairly nice rear fender that I'm going to crop at the tail, and trim to clear the swingarm at the front. I was thinking of running without one, as the tail will keep your backside clean; however, I hate to think of all the grunge that would build up under there!
 
The mailman showed up with my braided stainless rocker feed line, so I installed it, popped the tank and a new set of petcocks on, kicked it through a couple dozen times to prime the rocker feed, then installed the spark plugs and nipped everything up.

Took THREE kicks to get the bugger to fire; first was a pop, second was a kickback, third was golden-

Took a few minutes to let the carbs settle in, adjusted the mixture and idle speed, then shut it down. It re-fired on the first kick. No oil leaks that I can spot so far. It's got fantastic throtle response and is ungodly loud without mufflers.

Still need to find the bloody primary drain plug so I can add oil to the primary chaincase, then I need to strobe time it (although it sure seems like it's real close).

Also got in the Lockheed caliper pistons for the rear brake, so I need to get that sucker overhauled and installed; not going with the Japanese 2-pot unit after all, too much work to fabricate an adapter plate right now.

It's taking the local UJM shop forever to get my fork seals; once they get here I just need to pop 'em in and get the forks on, install the chain, pick up the seat from the painter, then I can take it out for a spin!
 
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