So handsome bike, i wish i could have this kind of INDIAN BIKE

The Makita manual shows operator on opposite side of chain.

The joint turned out to be very very loose….failure in my view.

I was part of the 2020 spring class. Unfortunately I couldn’t return in the fall due to Connecticut’s mandatory 14-day Covid quarantine for out of state visitors. I so respected George and so miss being able to reach out to him with a random question regarding my own Timber Frame projects from time to time.

Good morning. I have a 2003 spirit deluxe. Just found your youtube video. What an awesome project. Looking forward to what you have going on.

Mine is nicer!😂

Way easier to operate on the other side and you can more easily site down the zero mark on the scale. Also who is using the scale for anything other then lining up the chain, its metric.

Wow nice collection.. I have some much wider and thicker with over 12” blade.. The mass of these guys just slides thru the hardest of woods.. Thanks..

Thanks for the video. I’m about to crown my tires and I’m going to mount the wheels on my wood lathe to crown them. I’m looking at the angle that your putting on your wheels and it looks about right to me, looks to be about 10 degrees, I’ve just watched another video where the guy said to crown it at 1/8th over 1 foot which is about 0.59 degrees which doesn’t seem enough. Would I be right at about 10 degrees? Thanks Tim

AWESOME, FANTASTIC MOTORCYCLE, very nice custom

Kia Ora & Good morning from Auckland, New Zealand ...great video bro

Sir, I like your video. I hope you may be able to answer a couple of questions. Which Makita is this? 7100,7102,7103.7104. I am asking before I purchase one. The second part of my question is clamping width. The timber in the video seems to be approximately 8" but I am not sure. Most of the mortisers advertise between 140 and 190mm. This of course is shy of 8" but yours seems to have lots of rod length. Did you modify to accommodate larger timbers. Thank you again for taking time to demonstrate and I appreciate if you can provide a response.

FANTASTIC VIDEO. Breaking out my 7104L in the morning.

Cack handed is an English expression to describe this method . Was a framer for 30 years + and always cut a mortise from the other side . Get over the top of it so you can see the lines and use pressure which you’ll need if you’re cutting oak . Have cut mortises horizontally like this when needed , each to their own I guess .

Hello motorcycle enthusiasts please is there a good place to get all of these accessories or some of them? This is October 2023 and this video is 7 years old

To the fortunate few who knew him, he became a legend, a keeper of forgotten tales, and a guide to the intricate world of early American craftsmanship. His knowledge and skills, like precious gems, were guarded closely by the chosen ones who were privileged to witness his work. RIP❤ George "Geo" Senerchia.

@northfordtframers Rest in Peace Gman. You will be missed by all of us.

it will be a beautiful ride when done

Mate, there is NO WAY you're correct on this -you're simply brimming over with wrongability. Don't take my word for it -check the manual. Makita designed this to be operated with the chain away from you. The position of the power switch alone and the safety interlock button makes it obvious which side you should be gripping it from -which is the opposite from what you're suggesting. Who operates the power switch on any tool with their little finger?

I need to change out the starter on my 2002 power plus. Any tips ? I have to take off the primary cover first correct ? Ed

I have a 2002ghostflames spirit Factory paint bought it new Still riding at 74

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Wow. This bike is gorgeous

A guy with a small shop in New Carlisle indiana, has a bunch of engine parts he bought when Gilroy shut down. Tons of rocker arms, shafts, cranks, cases.....all kinds of stuff

Joe you asked a volunteer time my volunteered twice or 3 times I tried to get involved with you and you said I owed you money you didn't see the remember what I volunteered and gave to you half the pay was Smith took me for of chisel he wanted to do some historical research on it with a curved blade in the front I've never received that back can you find out about it cause I'd like to know when my thief is gonna give it back to me You're kind of a papa's teacher Please find out about it for me cause I will keep posting b******* about you

Отличный инструмент с душой!

Инструмент -сказка! МАСТЕР!

So the question begs, where does one find these to use? I'm interested in recruiting but then using one and showing the respect it deserves from the Maker.

Fantastic.

Sheffield steel is still the best. They invented stainless steel as well. They still make the finest cutlery too.

Land of the giants.

A great machine but very expensive.

I am green with envy.

I'm a big fan of that brake peddle and those mirrors. Do you have extra stock on those?

Looking into getting one of these. How long do blades last? How many cuts does it make or how many times can you sharpen before it needs to be replaced.

I have a issue with my 03 Indian road master that is having trouble starting. When I hit the starter button it the starter sticks engaged. Would you have any idea why it would do that

I really appreciate that piece of tutorials. Thank you very much.

Masin price? Please

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hey! great video, thank you! I have a question as I am deciding which mortiser to buy; does this Makita or any other for that matter do beveled mortises? If not have you seen some use a jig to achieve a bevel mortise? thanks in advance! cheers

I have the 'opportunity' to buy a pristine 2003 Indian Chief Roadmaster with 4,500 miles for $6k. Has the P&P bottle cap engine. I talked to Blackhawk Motors and was advised will need to have the crankshaft replaced as the flywheel will come loose. That's a $4k job but then the motor is solid. Opinions?

Good video,I’ve had the same mortiser for last 15 years a fantastic Machine. On top of the small level are two mortise width adjustable bolts so you don’t need to dial the handle,just set the width cut one width pull the lever which is set to your width and cut again no measuring required,I always use mine from the other side as intended which I find easier but I think it’s personal choice,in the uk the machine comes with a slightly wider chain ,chain guard and 240v but the same basic tool.

Great video. I have just ordered the machine here in SW France. I am building our last house at the young age of 70 I need to save my energy its a big build LOL

What model Makita is that? I see 7104, 7102, 7100 with various suffixes.

I like it,😃 run it..........it will stand out.

This was great! Thank you!

Beautiful bike, your accessories, etc. Couple Q's if you don't mind, are seat rails still available and would they fit the Millennium? and same with your front axle covers in natural? Just when you think you know all the limited suppliers of these bikes, its nice to find another one....Cheers

Love the fender rails. Do you still have them or know where I can get them?

That doesn't look particularly hard wood . How would it cope in Eucalypt ?

As soon as I finished watching this video I went to the Makita website and downloaded the manual. Just as expected the manual clearly shows a picture of the operator standing on the opposite side of the chain when actually cutting. If Makita had intended for the operator to stand on the same side as the chain the handles would also be on that side. It is amusing that some believe that setting the controls and then moving to the other side is not possible. Lol.