@@pfgubanc It is calledThe Old Grey Windpasser test for a reason ;)
@CarloPoma-vy5ovАй бұрын
Hi, thanks for the uploading, very hekpful to learn about this kit, just a couple of curiosity questions; do you modify carburator and valves as well? is the kit supplied with new valves? Is new cylinders generated torque compromising the transmission ? thank you !!
@theoldgraywindpassertest26 күн бұрын
@CarloPoma-vy5ov Hi. No change to carbs at all. Seems to work good. Transmission is the same as an R100 so I doubt that's an issue. Thanks 😀
@CarloPoma-vy5ov25 күн бұрын
@@theoldgraywindpassertest thank you for your attention at my questions!!! enjoy your weekend
@jonahwhale9047Ай бұрын
The video provides no real technical discussion/information whatsoever. Are there any other ones that do? I notice Siebenrock make different power claims for the 450 and 650 & was wondering why ... Different cams? Different heads & valves? Surprised re-carburation wasn't mentioned as surely an 860 can use a bigger ones/re-jet. It would have been a lot more useful & interesting that cringeworthy mention of vaseline.
@theoldgraywindpassertestАй бұрын
Ah 😊 I just do this for fun you know ;) So a little information for you. Yes the r45 and r65 have different heads with different valve sizes and compression ratios which is probably why the upgrade quotes different power outputs. No jetting was required. I even called them to ask. I checked the state of the plugs to get an idea of the tune but they seemed a normal colour all of the time. I guess the increased volume of air still pulls the same mix through or maybe the bigger pistons swirl it better... dunno but I'd not worry about it. Very useful lubricant Vaseline is. You ask my dentist! 😁
@theoldgraywindpassertestАй бұрын
Oh, any other questions feel free to ask. Fitting was a cinch really. Makes the R45 usable in modern traffic.
@jonahwhale9047Ай бұрын
@@theoldgraywindpassertest I'll have to look into it. I don't see any video on YT breaking it down, nor on the company's own website. Combustion chamber capacity might be the first determining factor, especially of compression ratios, however, valve & port sizes would certainly make a difference. The site doesn't even say what the difference between 65 and 45 kits are. Can you not just stick R65 heads on top of such a kit & is their "asymmetric cam", a true performance cam or is it just for the restricted models?
@theoldgraywindpassertestАй бұрын
@@jonahwhale9047 I know you can put r65 heads on a r45 but the compression rates are different due to the squish. They recommend using the asymmetric cam too but there is such little gain I don’t think it’s worth it. Buy the kit, fit and enjoy. I really can’t worry about the finer details, life’s too short :)
@jonahwhale9047Ай бұрын
@@theoldgraywindpassertest Perhaps someone else will know? The claimed torque outputs are noticeable different, 75 Nm at 4,200 rpm versus 70 Nm at 2,240 rpm, although they don't state BHP. Perhaps it's the final gearing that makes the difference if that is measured at the rear wheel? They came in different ratios for the big bikes. TBH, 70 at 2.2k is probably more useful than 75 at 4.2k ... but I'd like to see a dyno sheet. I'm guessing that top speed is governed by the final drive but, again, have no idea if there are differences there. I would have expected the R45 to have had a smaller chamber, hence higher compression, & perhaps the cam is designed to change the timing of it? Really, the first question that comes up is, is it financially worth it, e.g. to buy a R45 & turn it into an 860 versus buying an R80 or R100. The answer to that could well be yes as R45 were less desirable, & less stressed when ridden. Few people did high mileages on them.
@oldphart-zc3jzАй бұрын
Bolting in the biggest engine you can start with is often pleasantly cheap, especially in the US where these machines sell for next to nothing being long obsolete for touring. Then add a displacement boost and it's all win.
@loftythesoftie8857Ай бұрын
Always dress for the party, it’s nice being a tough biker until you go down the road on your arse. I tried it once- never again without the helite 😊
@theoldgraywindpassertestАй бұрын
So many people in shorts and a T. I always cringe and think, that'll hurt 😅
@zyghomАй бұрын
if you have big balls enough to overspeed, then at least have big enough to show it at 2:07
@theoldgraywindpassertestАй бұрын
They are very small and have been firing blanks for years 😅 Thanks for your comments and have a fun life 😊
@use-PaulАй бұрын
A friend showed up with an air jacket years ago. Nah, not for me. Never thought about getting one. Being an Aussie, that thing would cost me about 3 times as much. Is my life worth that ? According to my wife I'm worth more deceased & not just in monetary terms. Good for you though, peace of mind when riding is certainly worth it. I ride a lot less these days (age) and spend too much on Scotch anyway. 😊
@theoldgraywindpassertestАй бұрын
I'm just thinking of all the whiskey I could have bought for £680!! 😢😅
@chrisblenkinsopp28952 ай бұрын
Hope you find your bollock...
@theoldgraywindpassertest2 ай бұрын
😂 Eventually
@roadiesean2 ай бұрын
Never sell anything that you are that uncertain about selling. You’ll regret it. Ask me how I know ?
@theoldgraywindpassertest2 ай бұрын
How do you know? 😀 I did go on to sell her and although she was a beauty, as it turns out, it was for the best ❤
@nicaux76453 ай бұрын
It seems to be on the right way, doesn't it ?
@theoldgraywindpassertest3 ай бұрын
Getting there 😀
@use-Paul3 ай бұрын
Also you can buff out your screen. Lots of vids on it out there.
@theoldgraywindpassertest3 ай бұрын
Going to give it a try. Not too hopeful as that moss has taken a proper grip 😅
@use-Paul3 ай бұрын
I have a 2004 1150R. Had the same problem with the rear caliper bolt. $80 to have it removed & replaced with stainless steel bolts. Got it 12 months ago. New battery, rear & front pads, tyres, filters, ignition coils & replace plastic fantastic quick connects. But it runs ( So far). Good luck with the project. I highly recommend 4 finger shot of whiskey while looking at your bank /- balance.
@theoldgraywindpassertest3 ай бұрын
I think I'll be changing all my bolts to stainless. 😊 My bank balance is already damaged beyond repair 😅
@evanleebodies3 ай бұрын
Just get an R65LS saves all the hassle
@asbjrnhagennielsen65602 ай бұрын
But there is a big difference in 650ccm and 860ccm. ;-)
@LeeW5533 ай бұрын
Reminds me of when you used to clean your carbs with Redex
@theoldgraywindpassertest3 ай бұрын
I think there's about a litre of water in that exhaust 😅
@DispatchMoto3 ай бұрын
Yessss, nice work getting it started!
@theoldgraywindpassertest3 ай бұрын
Thank you. Probably cause I threatened it with the angle grinder 😅
@stevebonner91083 ай бұрын
It's alive!!!
@theoldgraywindpassertest3 ай бұрын
Surprisingly yes! 😅 Plenty more to do though.
@stevebonner91083 ай бұрын
@@theoldgraywindpassertestAin't there always?
@alendervic9993 ай бұрын
enjoy your videos and die choice of music! looking forward to updates on the project (:
@theoldgraywindpassertest3 ай бұрын
Thank you Alender. It just a bit of fun :)
@alendervic9993 ай бұрын
officially number 333 subscriber. lovely channel.
@theoldgraywindpassertest3 ай бұрын
Thank you @alendervic999 I just do this for a bit of fun :)
@Keith-rk4td4 ай бұрын
Beware of Evil Highspeed Speed Wobble 😨
@theoldgraywindpassertest4 ай бұрын
High speed? 😂😂😂
@stevebonner91084 ай бұрын
You paid £400, mine is in slightly better condition. Definitely not too much and I paid £2000. Now I definitely feel ripped off.
@theoldgraywindpassertest3 ай бұрын
If it makes you feel better, I've spent £600 so far and still have tyres etc etc to go.
@stevebonner91083 ай бұрын
@theoldgraywindpassertest upto know a new starter motor, all new bearings in swingarm and nushings for where the drive attaches to swingarm. And know it either needs a new tps unit or the ignition unit from front off the engine.
@growingknowledge4 ай бұрын
Sometimes you need to just put the tools down and take a break. You will get there.
@theoldgraywindpassertest4 ай бұрын
I'll get there.... eventually 😁
@LeeW5534 ай бұрын
You should have bought a Kawasaki mate
@theoldgraywindpassertest4 ай бұрын
Not had one of them in years! 😉
@Roger_Ramjet4 ай бұрын
I clearly remember the Motorcycle News (newspaper) headline at the introduction of the R45 and R65 "Sluggish Snails"
@theoldgraywindpassertest4 ай бұрын
They were spot om!
@robertparisi80164 ай бұрын
The r45 was a dog, the 65 was a peppy motor which had a nice whine, hans muth style lol
@theoldgraywindpassertest4 ай бұрын
That's why I got the 860cc upgrade kit. Almost unridable without. 😀
@stevebonner91084 ай бұрын
I thought mine was bad, luckily the abs has been removed on mine but you wait till you look at the electrics and anything else. They are a money and time pit!
@theoldgraywindpassertest4 ай бұрын
It needs to do 1000miles in a day for my Cancer Research challenge. So, bye bye weekends and money 💰 😀
@stevebonner91084 ай бұрын
@theoldgraywindpassertest Hope you aint planning on it happening soon, been trying to get mine sorted for a year. Can recommend Motorworks though for parts. Always get better than I take off.
@theoldgraywindpassertest4 ай бұрын
@stevebonner9108 thankfully I have over a year to get it right and a Multistrada to enjoy 😉 Your spot on about Motorworks, just bought a fuel pump from ebay and the hoses don't align.... What needs doing to yours?
@stevebonner91084 ай бұрын
@@theoldgraywindpassertest At the minute I feel everything. Was supposed to be a good bike but only done 100 miles in the year before I brought it. Gave it a full service, developed fuel leaks, lack of power - it's always been like it. Play in the rear end, all bearings replaced. New pattern injectors, second hand lamba sensor. Buggered wiring all totally corroded. Had to drill exhaust studs out and the list goes on. Thank god I've got my MT07 to use as bikes are my only mode of transport.
@stringbeanmuldoon55904 ай бұрын
That era of BMW's seem to come with plenty of Loctite and some fasteners seem to self weld if corrosion has set in. Keep your swear jar handy!
@theoldgraywindpassertest4 ай бұрын
Swear jar? I have a swear barrel! 😁
@davidfirth65354 ай бұрын
how about soaking everything in wd40 and leave for a few days, soaking again daily? good luck.
@theoldgraywindpassertest4 ай бұрын
Do they sell 300 litre bath tubs of it?? I'm thinking of buying shares in WD40 😂
@deansigman60994 ай бұрын
These are fun bikes. I've got an 04 and it's been my favorite bike so far.
@theoldgraywindpassertest4 ай бұрын
Thanks Dean. I'm really looking forward to getting it on the road 😀
@20111111jorg4 ай бұрын
On Power, I had an R65 for about 3 years. I ran with others who mostly had R100's but didn't lag behind much as it got up to 110 mph (indicated) very quickly the few times there was a straight road and no police. After that it was a series of R100RS's which I took to top speed a few times but mostly only used the power to pass. I noticed it stumbled right around 100 mph. On having to do a top end I asked to put in dual plugs and a few other mods but nothing which would hurt the engine's reliability. With that I could get it up to 125 very smoothly from it's stumbling to 120 beforehand. Now I have an F800 which is a wonderful performer but seldom bring it above 80 and have never taken it to full speed. None the less it's always satisfying to know your machine is running at it's peak.
@theoldgraywindpassertest4 ай бұрын
Sounds fantastic! The R45 before the upgrade was definitely lacking. The The 800cc kit it certainly behaves just like and moden bike.
@francescosalvioli80735 ай бұрын
and when they drive it is always a crap experience🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 amazing!!!!
@theoldgraywindpassertest5 ай бұрын
Depends on where you are 😉
@francescosalvioli80735 ай бұрын
Love this bike, if it was mine i'd add the tank adhesive stickers which helps in defining the tank shape...
@theoldgraywindpassertest5 ай бұрын
It's now one of my previous bikes but I miss it... aside from the leaking oil 😁
@growingknowledge5 ай бұрын
Very exciting! Love the feeling of a new project arriving
@theoldgraywindpassertest5 ай бұрын
It's really odd but I love something to tinker with 😂
@islatalviharju37095 ай бұрын
lovely
@theoldgraywindpassertest5 ай бұрын
Er... sorry but I laugh at the silliest of things 🤣
@LeeW5535 ай бұрын
You've got your work cut out for you there, will you be taking Boris the spider along as a pillion?
@theoldgraywindpassertest5 ай бұрын
I think Boris would affect the handling.
@LeeW5535 ай бұрын
That front tyre has less on it than your head 😂
@theoldgraywindpassertest5 ай бұрын
I think my head would have a better grip... probably 😅
@Darrendoccarter5 ай бұрын
Lookes like hours of fun.
@theoldgraywindpassertest5 ай бұрын
And I fancied a little project 😂 May have bitten off more then I can eat!
@cheyennemolinari11645 ай бұрын
Dad jokes should be brought back
@theoldgraywindpassertest5 ай бұрын
And I'm leading that revolution from the rear 😂
@LeeW5535 ай бұрын
First thing you've pulled in a long time matey
@gymsis5455 ай бұрын
😂
@Armanispice5 ай бұрын
Thanks for sharing, currently looking at a R45, hoping to purchase if i can get the right deal....these bikes look awesome!
@theoldgraywindpassertest5 ай бұрын
Great stuff :) They don't seem to go for as much as an R100 yet there are very few R45s about. The 800cc upgrade kit is well worth the money and makes it usable day to day. Have fun fella :)
@WhenCitySleeps5 ай бұрын
Did you let her go?
@theoldgraywindpassertest5 ай бұрын
Hi there! Yes, I chopped her in when I upgraded mu Multistrada to a 1260s. I do miss the Airhead but I don't regret my decision. I've just picked up another BMW though whick I'll be fixing up ready for the 2025 Longest Day challenge 🙃 😅
@garyinkin48346 ай бұрын
This bloke makes watching paint dry exciting!
@theoldgraywindpassertest6 ай бұрын
Gary, it took me days to get this fun 😂 Thanks for your wonderful comments 😀
@MalcSayer7 ай бұрын
Don't.... or should I now say " hope you didn't ".
@theoldgraywindpassertest6 ай бұрын
I did. It's been about 3 months now since I did the dirty. I do miss the airhead but I don't regret it. There was so much more to do and really it needed a nut and bolt rebuild to get it how I wanted it. Have my heart set on an Airhead GS thou :o
@NemanjaGuitar8 ай бұрын
LOL. “Steinbrecken….” Cmon, I know you Brits say things like Toyotra and Mazdar, but Sieben-rock??? That’s easy!
@theoldgraywindpassertest6 ай бұрын
Er... oops :)
@henrydegan620410 ай бұрын
Excellent video but please consider to work on the sound. I had to stop watching as the music was way to loud compared to some of your comments. Nice bike and many really interesting camera moves including a drone. Really good job but please try to normalize the sound mix (music / voice) better.
@theoldgraywindpassertest10 ай бұрын
Thank you for your constructive feedback 😊
@yodagoat10 ай бұрын
Great video! Nice one. Having ridden loads if Airheads over the years I'm hopefully about to actually buy my first. A wreck of a r75/5. If the deal comes off I'll have the restoration on my channel then it'll be used for a few trips away!
@theoldgraywindpassertest10 ай бұрын
Have fun with your build. Feel free to ask anything. Change all the oil seals, front ti back 😁
@richardlaker972210 ай бұрын
Morning many thanks for the information you sent me. Just wonder your thoughts 1. Because my r 45 was a insurance right off not structural it was stolen. It will need a mot to prove it’s road worthy I presume the new mot will still show the bike as a r45 because the engine and frame number are still the same. 2. When I come to insure the bike I tell them it’s a r45 with a engine upgrade. Just going for another coffee and maybe a 🧁 😋 and read all the information you sent me. Thanks again for your help on this matter looking forward to receiving my upgrade kit. Enjoy your channel very much. 🏍👍
@theoldgraywindpassertest10 ай бұрын
Have fun with the R45. I didn't need to change much at all with the upgrade. Not even with the carbs which surprised me. 😁
@richardlaker972210 ай бұрын
Morning just wondering how you got on changing your V5 details from a r45 to a r 83 can you please let me know. I’ve just ordered my up grade kit thanks love your channel. 🏍👍+ How long before you receive your updated V5 thanks again 🍰🥟🍔 yum😋
@theoldgraywindpassertest10 ай бұрын
For a classic motorcycle some engine modifications are permitted so I did not change anything. Look it up on the DVLA website. (Queue inbound hate mail 😁
@theoldgraywindpassertest10 ай бұрын
This is the bit I looked at taken from the DVLA website The following are considered acceptable (not substantial) changes if they fall into these specific categories: • changes that are made to preserve a vehicle, which in all cases must be when original type parts are no longer reasonably available; • changes of a type, that can be demonstrated to have been made when vehicles of the type were in production or in general use (within ten years of the end of production); • in respect of axles and running gear changes made to improve efficiency, safety or environmental performance; • in respect of vehicles that have been commercial vehicles, changes which can be demonstrated were being made when they were used commercially. Here is the link so you can decide for yourself: assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/media/5a81f7e6ed915d74e6235144/vehicles-of-historical-interest-substantial-change-guidance.pdf
@saintpreferred922310 ай бұрын
Tell KZbin that your videos aren't being watched anymore because of ads.
@theoldgraywindpassertest10 ай бұрын
Maybe 😀
@richardlaker972210 ай бұрын
Love the channel. I’ve just purchased a insurance right off not structural. All the work completed. I just received a new V5 just I’m going for the engine upgrade do you just get the engine capacity change on the V5 thanks again for the great video. 🏍👍
@richardlaker972210 ай бұрын
Sorry it’s a 1981 r45😊
@theoldgraywindpassertest10 ай бұрын
@richardlaker9722 I think the only thing I regret with my build was not going the full nut and bolt restore. It bit me a few times when oil started squirting out in odd places. But then again if it isn't leaking something it probably isn't working 😂 Have fun with the build. The 860cc kit is well worth it.
@jonahwhale9047Ай бұрын
@@richardlaker9722 To answer your question, I'd guess that, legally, you're supposed to tell the DVLA, & especially your insurer who may ask for more from you or eveen dney insurance, but how are they ever going to know? How many loss adjusters strip an engine to measure the cc? It's still an old man's bike, not a boy racer machine. I'd say, just give them a wipe down to make them look old, or beadblast your engine to make it look equal new! I don't follow the latest developments with th DVLA though ...
@colinchilds13210 ай бұрын
Hi would you happen to know what make your front screen is please. Cheers
@theoldgraywindpassertest10 ай бұрын
Hi, it's a Puig Tour mini. And it's very good 😁
@colinchilds13210 ай бұрын
@@theoldgraywindpassertestbrilliant…..thanks very much