Hi there everyone, just to introduce myself…….. I’ve come late to the off-road scene, having ridden bikes on road continuously since 1974. I live in Billericay, Essex and spend a lot of time in Chesterfield, Derbyshire where I anticipate most of my off-road use will be – unless I learn of a community nearer Essex.
I acquired a true barn/garage find last year – a 250 Sherpa model 49 with some Sammy Miller accessories. That already makes it sound better that it is! I got it running fairly easily by ultrasonic cleaning the carb (the pilot circuit of the Amal Mk1 needed a 2nd attempt), fitting new consumables and sealing the tank. New cheapo tyres that aren’t split and new rear shocks. I hand-made a copy SM seat cushion that is even more uncomfortable than the original. My aim is to ‘not-restore’ it, just keep it working and use it – so any news of local meets would be very welcome.
Having not had 2-strokes before – I am more than happy to do a full rebuild on multi 4-strokes – I have got a lot to learn and will almost certainly need the services of some engineering firms, as already I understand what Piston-Slap is! I have just replaced the crankshaft seals, and I am struggling to torque the clutch nut as the clutch-lock tool I ordered from In-motion (seem to be good helpful guys generally) is out of stock and their source delivery is delayed. If anyone local has one I can borrow for a day, I’d be very interested to hear from you.
I have been using the only 4 local small green lanes and some longer ones near Chatsworth in the peak district, and I have to say that I really love this little bike.
As I mentioned I would be interested to link up with other members and particularly anybody local to me as I would very much appreciate any tips and guidance and maybe even social & riding companions.
I look forward to making contact with members in future.
Anyone up for this on Sunday, if this is of interest I will sort out a car, probably the LMP cars or GT3, whichever are the least twitchy with stock settings and controllers.
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