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Post by oldelsieboy on Jun 29, 2018 17:47:06 GMT 1
Continuing on from an earlier thread where this subject was discussed I have been in contact with the owners of the new company that now makes the swingarms,
Metmachex Swingarms Ltd, & can confirm that they are willing to make a batch with straight chain pulls. Minimum order is 5 units but the more that are ordered the
cheaper the final purchase price will be, a batch of 5 will work out at £560 each & 10 will be £500 each, normal price is £620, all prices subject to postage. A £50 deposit is required on placement of order.
Hopefully there will be a few people willing to join me with an order. The photo attached is of the TZ350 arm but the chain pulls will be of a similar design. OEB
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Post by stusco on Jun 29, 2018 17:49:16 GMT 1
They look good pity I’ve paid a fortune for the original
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Post by headcoats on Jun 29, 2018 18:05:36 GMT 1
Now they are nice !
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Post by veg on Jun 29, 2018 18:44:57 GMT 1
Nigel they are beautiful. What’s the turn round? Damn site cheaper as well surprised mr n hasn’t ordered a bulk with mr Tb
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Post by sbscnor on Jun 29, 2018 18:56:07 GMT 1
Nigel are they for the standard LC back wheel\brake setup or could they do them for different wheel options ?  |
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Post by oldelsieboy on Jun 29, 2018 18:58:23 GMT 1
Nigel they are beautiful. What’s the turn round? Damn site cheaper as well surprised mr n hasn’t ordered a bulk with mr Tb Sorry didn't get round to discussung lead times but will see if I can find out. Just to clarify, the above photo is of the TZ350 arm, the LC variety will be similar to the standard arm but with the TZ style chain adjusters.  OEB |
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Post by oldelsieboy on Jun 29, 2018 19:00:45 GMT 1
Nigel are they for the standard LC back wheel\brake setup or could they do them for different wheel options ? Standard wheel only, but I'm sure thay would be happy to make similar arms to suit other sizes/widths of wheels but would again probably have the minimum batch stipulation.
OEB
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Post by Tobyjugs on Jun 29, 2018 23:10:51 GMT 1
My TZ swing arm fitted straight in my LC chassis ? I did how ever modify the top for the R6 shock.
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Post by sharpey on Jun 30, 2018 2:34:28 GMT 1
Other than looking tasty... is it fair to assume these offer more rigidity with less weight than the stock swingarm? Just wondering what the benefits are.
Turnaround on their website for walk-in custom is listed at 6 weeks.
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Post by oldelsieboy on Jul 1, 2018 10:25:22 GMT 1
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Post by headcoats on Jul 1, 2018 15:21:17 GMT 1
What happened to the old owners then?
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Post by jon on Jul 1, 2018 15:29:21 GMT 1
Billetworld.
Jon
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Post by oldelsieboy on Jul 1, 2018 15:45:36 GMT 1
What happened to the old owners then? AFAIK Metmachex Engineering is still going strong. OEB |
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Post by jon on Jul 1, 2018 15:54:53 GMT 1
What happened to the old owners then? AFAIK Metmachex Engineering is still going strong. OEB Dean, moved from Metmachex to start a new business called Billetworld. Jon |
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Post by oldelsieboy on Jul 1, 2018 16:05:35 GMT 1
AFAIK Metmachex Engineering is still going strong. OEB Dean, moved from Metmachex to start a new business called Billetworld. Jon Metmachex Engineering was more than just Dean Ryde  OEB |
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Post by jon on Jul 1, 2018 16:13:12 GMT 1
I know that, wasn’t it him and his dad?
Anyway, if there are new owners maybe his dad has sold the business?
A business name can be bought, and passed around.
Jon
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Post by russpuss on Jul 1, 2018 16:40:06 GMT 1
Tha arm business was sold, metmachex still exist though.
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Post by oldelsieboy on Jul 1, 2018 17:00:23 GMT 1
Tha arm business was sold, metmachex still exist though. Now we have that sorted, who wants to join me, & a few others, to order one  OEB |
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Post by jon on Jul 1, 2018 17:15:10 GMT 1
Tha arm business was sold, metmachex still exist though. Now we have that sorted, who wants to join me, & a few others, to order one OEB That’s what I am trying to say OEB. The business name can be sold, and I expect the new owners of the name could be completely removed from the old business? Anyway, it’s a lucrative business to be in for the present. I’ve thought before about asking my local ally welder guy to knock up a few ally swingarms. By the sounds of it the money is rolling in in other ways, so I doubt he’d be interested, but he is into bikes, and such a nice chap. Jon |
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Post by rich on Jul 1, 2018 17:24:13 GMT 1
Nigel are they for the standard LC back wheel\brake setup or could they do them for different wheel options ? Standard wheel only, but I'm sure thay would be happy to make similar arms to suit other sizes/widths of wheels but would again probably have the minimum batch stipulation. OEB
You'd think they would just make them to the wider width (and supply with spacers for the narrower LC wheel) with both types of brake anchor like they used to do. |
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Post by Tobyjugs on Jul 1, 2018 17:27:42 GMT 1
I would go for the TZ style for the LC.
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Post by oldelsieboy on Jul 1, 2018 18:04:49 GMT 1
I would go for the TZ style for the LC. I think the TZ arm is about £1400 OEB |
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Post by Tobyjugs on Jul 1, 2018 19:56:16 GMT 1
Well worth it. If you have the coin.
Think how much money people spend on engine mods for a few extra ponies.
I guess it's all relative.
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Post by veg on Jul 1, 2018 20:50:20 GMT 1
Always wanted a Tz swing arm esp after I saw one in daves LC
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Post by Tobyjugs on Jul 1, 2018 20:56:13 GMT 1
I've got one in my lc as well🙂
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Post by abar121 on Jul 1, 2018 20:56:56 GMT 1
Standard wheel only, but I'm sure thay would be happy to make similar arms to suit other sizes/widths of wheels but would again probably have the minimum batch stipulation. OEB
You'd think they would just make them to the wider width (and supply with spacers for the narrower LC wheel) with both types of brake anchor like they used to do. Yes, I would buy one at that price, but would want a wider rear wheel option and different caliper mount. RGV, GSXR400, TZR Belgarda etc. |
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Post by lb on Jul 2, 2018 1:03:46 GMT 1
Where do i send my deposit?
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Post by oldelsieboy on Jul 11, 2018 22:23:23 GMT 1
First 10 orders being placed, anyone else who wants to get in on the first batch with the discounted price?
OEB
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Post by yamman1066 on Jul 12, 2018 9:24:18 GMT 1
Where do i send my deposit?
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Post by oldelsieboy on Jul 12, 2018 17:10:33 GMT 1
Where do i send my deposit? Send a confirmation email to sales@metmachexswingarms.co.uk you will then be sent an order form & once completed & returned they will forward payment details. OEB |
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