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Post by headcoats on Jun 25, 2018 10:12:20 GMT 1
Getting down to the nitty gritty now with the build but not sure which LC frame to use
The UK frame has had a few repairs like side stand mount and front lower frame tube repaired and some tie bar mounts welded on I have the UK log book and is ready to go once built
However I have a German frame with half the German log book and the Nova certificate which is registered on the Government site
It is in good condition and had no repairs , ready to go etc, but will have to be UK registered and age related plate etc
I am allergic to any paperwork LOL so was going to go with the UK frame Not so sure now ! |
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Post by Deleted on Jun 25, 2018 11:42:21 GMT 1
I'd use the best frame you've got. Sounds like that's the Kraut one!
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Post by earthman on Jun 25, 2018 12:49:02 GMT 1
Maybe another thing to consider is the steering lock aspect, whether or not having to use another key to activate it will bother you?
Personally I'd use the frame in the best condition, if it happened to be the German one than I'd probably cut off that lock and weld some tabs on so that a UK ignition lock could be used.
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Post by mattybeckett on Jun 25, 2018 14:29:31 GMT 1
I'd use the german one... at least you also have the option of 2 steering locks  |
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Post by headcoats on Jun 25, 2018 16:23:21 GMT 1
I was going to have the German style steering lock working. so a slot/hole would have to be cut into the RGV steering stem
I see the UK frame isn't getting the love LOL
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Post by headcoats on Jun 25, 2018 19:16:23 GMT 1
127 views and 6 votes
Get off the feckin fence LOL
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Post by midlifecrisisrd on Jun 25, 2018 19:23:30 GMT 1
127 views and 6 votes Get off the feckin fence LOL Need to see the repaired frame to make a decision 🤔 Steve |
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Post by headcoats on Jun 25, 2018 19:44:58 GMT 1
OK Will sort pics out :-)
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Post by headcoats on Jun 25, 2018 20:29:12 GMT 1
Top pic is the repaired front tube and added on tie bar mounts
Repared sidestand mount
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Post by midlifecrisisrd on Jun 25, 2018 20:40:37 GMT 1
Now I've seen the pics I say UK
Stand repair looks good even if slightly wrong angle
I reckon using a slightly longer side stand to correct the lean may actually help with the usual interference between the stand and gear lever
Tie bar mounts are a bonus
Steve
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Post by headcoats on Jun 25, 2018 20:43:39 GMT 1
Lean may also be due to the jacked up back end though too
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Post by midlifecrisisrd on Jun 25, 2018 21:12:03 GMT 1
Lean may also be due to the jacked up back end though too True 🙃 |
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Post by headcoats on Jun 25, 2018 22:07:42 GMT 1
Probably a bit of both in truth and like you say maybe get the stand lengthened a bit ?
I need it blasted and a good eye to check it really
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Post by steve h on Jun 25, 2018 22:53:39 GMT 1
Just be ready for the German one wanting to head east at this time of year...bit a westward counter steering req....
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Post by oldbritguy on Jun 25, 2018 23:01:09 GMT 1
Repair looks good so I would stick with the UK frame.
Once the pipes and rad are fitted, no one will see the repair unless you run over them ha!
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Post by donkeychomp on Jun 25, 2018 23:17:32 GMT 1
I voted! For ze Germans...
Alex
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Post by dusty350 on Jun 26, 2018 6:56:45 GMT 1
Dont let the paperwork be an issue. If you have the Nova and the date of manufacture on the part of the logbook you have, then it's a case of build and mot the bike, send off the registration form and you'll get the Uk reg back in less than 2 weeks (at the moment). First reg is £55 plus you have to tax it so it's gonna cost you just under a £100, so extra cost with the German bike. If you go that route, getting the German frame Uk registered will increase it's value of course, so then you will have 2 Uk registered frames so I would see getting the German bike registered as an investment for the future. The Uk frame looks fine to me - once it's coated and built up most people would never know anyway. Ultimately, go with the best frame condition wise Dusty  |
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Post by headcoats on Jun 26, 2018 8:17:22 GMT 1
Very calming message Dusty
Take an apple out the bag !
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Post by sbscnor on Jun 26, 2018 8:47:16 GMT 1
I did my German registration stuff in Jan as Dusty says its not really that difficult more than happy to help you if you need it. Looking at the work on the UK frame I would build it on that one. As you suggest once blasted give it a good look over and if any welds need cleaning up then do it then, once painted it will look great.
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Post by headcoats on Jun 26, 2018 9:00:12 GMT 1
Thanks Colin I will take you up on the help
Anyone modded an RGV250 steering stem to take the German lock ?
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Post by bezzer on Jun 26, 2018 10:22:06 GMT 1
The repairs / welds look to have been nicely done, I wouldn’t worry about using the UK frame at all.
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Post by midlifecrisisrd on Jun 26, 2018 12:42:27 GMT 1
Thanks Colin I will take you up on the help Anyone modded an RGV250 steering stem to take the German lock ? Nope but goi g to do it with a fazer set Steve |
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Post by headcoats on Jun 26, 2018 13:56:23 GMT 1
I was going to put a bit of paint on the stem then set the steering lock with the little bolts on my lock stops so it doesn't hit the tank or radiator guard
Then a centre punch through the hole in the frame where the lock sits and hopefully that will give me the mark to drill ?
Think the German stems have a slot instead of a hole though ?
Do Geman locks er lock when the steering is turned to the left so you can put the key in and out ? |
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Post by earthman on Jun 26, 2018 15:08:15 GMT 1
I can't see how you would even get to the lock when the bars are turned to the left, I'm pretty sure that mine only works when the bars are turned to the right.
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Post by headcoats on Jun 26, 2018 15:31:47 GMT 1
I can't see how you would even get to the lock when the bars are turned to the left, I'm pretty sure that mine only works when the bars are turned to the right. Yes need to confirm this before I start drilling LOL
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Post by mattybeckett on Jun 26, 2018 16:49:05 GMT 1
I can't see how you would even get to the lock when the bars are turned to the left, I'm pretty sure that mine only works when the bars are turned to the right. Same as mine.  |
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Post by headcoats on Jun 26, 2018 17:16:29 GMT 1
So is that official then ?
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Post by midlifecrisisrd on Jun 26, 2018 17:41:37 GMT 1
Yep, bars to the right
I was going to remove the lock, turn the steering to the right then marking the stem through the lock hole
Yes they have a slot to allow a range for bearing adjustment
Steve
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Post by sbscnor on Jun 26, 2018 17:42:03 GMT 1
Full right lock required I think I may have a full steering lock fitting kit some how ended up with 2 when I did my German build.
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Post by mattybeckett on Jun 26, 2018 17:49:43 GMT 1
So is that official then ? Yes locks to the right.  |
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