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@buster9538 4 күн бұрын
Hi Ken, when can we expect the next series of videos on FZR*?
@KensWorldRestorations 4 күн бұрын
@@buster9538 very soon. I’m still in my 3 week shift up in northern Alberta. I fly EMS helicopter in a remote area of northern Canada and I’ll be home on Thursday.
@buster9538 4 күн бұрын
@@KensWorldRestorations Take care, have a nice flight
@johnny8418 9 күн бұрын
hi ken 度々の回答ありがとうオイルポンプチェーンの件は了解しました。 本日エンジンをアイドリング状態にし、タイミングチェーンのテンショナー（ー）のねじを緩める方向に回しましたガチャガチャ音は大 締める方向に回すと音小さい、けれども消音にはなりませんこの事から考えるとタイミングチェーンが伸びているような感じがします タイミングチェーが伸びるとどの様な音がしますか？タイミングチェーンが原因で音がする場合の解決方法は交換以外何かありますでしょうか？ エンジンが温まると音が大きくなるように感じます。
@KensWorldRestorations 9 күн бұрын
こんにちは。 タイミングチェーンテンショナーかガイドが壊れているようです。 これは深刻な問題である可能性があるため、音の原因を確認できるまでエンジンを慎重に回転させてください。 David Balogh によるタイミング チェーンを変更する優れたビデオがあります。 エンジンを降ろしてヘッドを外して点検してくださいとしか言えません。 申し訳ありませんが、もっと良いお手伝いができれば幸いです。
@GSX1400K2 11 күн бұрын
I did this job of changing internals on a tacho on a 1000 Goldwing...wouldn't want to do that again! And I didn't break anything.
@KensWorldRestorations 3 күн бұрын
Wow…hat’s off to you for not breaking anything!!! Everything side those cases is so fragile. Like working on a plastic watch.
@johnny8418 11 күн бұрын
回答ありがとう。 オイルチェーンの張りはどの程度が正常でしょうか？ ケースを外した際にオイルチェーン中央部を押して確認しましたが遊びが左右に約1.5㎝程度有ります。 いかがでしょうか？文章ではわかりにくいと思いますが何かヒントを下さい。
@KensWorldRestorations 11 күн бұрын
テンショナーも無く、細いチェーンなので、緩みはほとんど無いと思います。 今は家にいないので記憶だけでしか言えませんが、チェーンはほんの少し、おそらく3〜5mmしか動いていなかったと記憶しています。 きつくはありませんでしたが、少し緩みがありました。 これがお役に立てば幸いです。
@ChrisSofos 11 күн бұрын
Ken, I just today had a ride with my FZR1000 when I noticed a small tear on the very front of the seat!!! And I was thinking to do the replacement to mine, but I felt intimidated by the troubles I might come across. Then, I came across your video! If this was your first time doing this, I can only imagine what it's going to be the second!!! That was PERFECT in every way! After watching your video I'm not hesitating to do the job anymore! Thanks for sharing!
@KensWorldRestorations 11 күн бұрын
Hey Chris!!! Not happy to hear that your seat ripped but happy to read your comment!! The materials today make it so much easier to do yourself. These new marine grade (UV) vinyls will stretch so much better than the old stuff. It was still a bit of a haul around that front mound which is why you'll need a hair dryer or heat gun to help with that huge curve. It's still not perfect but like I always say, it's better than it was.
@ChrisSofos 11 күн бұрын
@@KensWorldRestorations thanks Ken. I'll look for that specific type of vinyl 👍
@KensWorldRestorations 11 күн бұрын
@ Cool. You’ll know it when you can stretch the fabric in all directions
@johnny8418 12 күн бұрын
ＨＩｋｅｎ １年前はアイドラーギヤについて教えてくれてありがとうございます。 私は1988年製造のXV1100に乗っています。 エンジンクランクカバー内部より（左下部）ガラガラ音がします。 質問ですがオイルポンプチェーンのテンショナーが無いのですがチェーンの寿命は何キロ走行なのでしょうか？ 現在の走行距離は30000kmです。 回答よろしくお願いします。
@KensWorldRestorations 12 күн бұрын
こんにちは。 エンジンは56,000km走行していますが、タイミングチェーンには問題ありません。 10万あれば良いはずです。 左側からカタカタ音がする原因がわかりません。 オルタネーターまたはスターター機構を備えたものに問題がある可能性があります。 これが少しでも役立つことを願っています。 よろしくお願いします。ケン。
@johnny8418 12 күн бұрын
回答ありがとう。 タイミングチェーンではなくオイルポンプチェーンのことですかなり緩いように感じますこのチェーンが中であばれ異音となっているように思いますので緩い状態が正常か判断できませんいかがでしょうか？ それから異音のする場所はクランク左後部です昨日ケースを外して中を確認しましたが異常は見当たりません唯一オイルポンプのゆるみが気になりました。
@KensWorldRestorations 11 күн бұрын
@@johnny8418 わかりました、わかりました。 混乱して申し訳ありません。オイル ポンプ チェーンが緩んでいると、問題が発生する可能性があります。特にチェーンがギアから飛び出すと、かなりの事態になる可能性があります。 その部分については、IMPEX Japan に注目したいと思います。 変えるのはそれほど難しいことではありません。
@stevenschultz8678 22 күн бұрын
Working on 91 Virago … must say yours sounds and looks awsome
@KensWorldRestorations 22 күн бұрын
Thanks man...love to see that more people are keeping them going.
@smokerman81 26 күн бұрын
Sequential transmissions don't need the clutch engaged to shift.
@frantisekkmotrik5063 26 күн бұрын
Ken nádherná práce, srdce strojaře se směje a mozek hltá každý záběr.moc díky za tvou tvorbu 👍 pozdravy v Czech Republic
@uhtred7860 26 күн бұрын
I remember back at the start when you had low compression being worried about corrosion in the bore. What do you think the piston/head damage is from? FOD? There are heads for sale on Ebay, and barrels plus 2nd hand pistons, but new Yamaha pistons are unobtanium, Wiseco do a 1040 big bore kit, but they are $$$ and raise the compression higher than stock. I think you could get away with using that piston, also the liners drop out pretty easy, so you might be able to get new liners sorted, I would be talking to a good engineering shop that works with bikes. How are the valves and cams? I guess it didn't have too many Kms on it so they should be fine, right?
@KensWorldRestorations 26 күн бұрын
Yes, yes and yes. The low compression was definitely due to carbon - it was #3 which actually looks the best now that I've got it all apart. The valves, cam and everything up top looks mint. Just some rock-hard valve seals. I spoke to the machine shop today and got a lot of options. The place in Germany who sold me my rear sub-frame has an entire block that's got very little use on it. If I go the Wiseco route, it's $2,000 CAD but I do have the green light for that too from the boss. As for the damage, it could be hardened carbon that decided to let loose. There's no sign of any FOD getting in anywhere. I'll drop it off tomorrow for some more forensics.
@buster9538 4 күн бұрын
Don't confuse compression with compression ratio. WISECO pistons are used for a higher compression ratio and do not affect the compression in any way.
@buster9538 4 күн бұрын
@@KensWorldRestorations I don’t know how it is in your homeland, Ken, but in Russia we have long learned to line aluminum motorcycle cylinder blocks using cast iron liners. The factory coating on my Yamaha r1 1998 motorcycle was cracked and using CNC, the factory nikasil layer was cut off and liners were machined for all 4 cylinders and pressed under standard pistons. Compression 13.5, drove more than 15 thousand, everything is fine. I advise you to follow the same path if you don’t find living cylinders
@KensWorldRestorations 4 күн бұрын
@buster9538 The cylinder blocks are always lined and this one is no different. There is too much corrosion to hone so it has to be bored. The piston kit from Wiseco is my only option so that’s why I bought it. i won’t be wringing this thing out at a racetrack, I just want it running. The liners are very thick more than enough for the 1.5mm bore. The valves need work so they will be taken to a local shop to be looked at and repaired. Otherwise, everything is in good shape and yeah, like you said, it’s only got 30,000kms on it.
@buster9538 4 күн бұрын
@@KensWorldRestorations It turns out that the cylinders on the FZR are made of Cast Iron, did you take wider pistons to bore and apply honing? (looks like scratches on the cylinder walls) - I don’t know what it’s called in English since I’m writing through Google Translator.
@masterjudd612 26 күн бұрын
oh no, I'm rebuilding an '86 yamaha virago that has been sitting for 10 years and now im really worried that this is gonna happen to me.
@uhtred7860 26 күн бұрын
You just don't know until you get in there, I've just finished rebuilding my 87 FZR1000 engine, same as Kens, and mine was a mixed bag, bores and pistons were excellent, but some of the valves were toast. You just never know what you are going to find.
@KensWorldRestorations 26 күн бұрын
Not necessarily. This is a Canadian bike that was stored outside under a plastic sheet. The moisture had nowhere to go and spending 18 years outside is the worst thing you could possibly do to it. I'm actually surprised that it wasn't much worse. I've seen bikes sit outside for 20 or more years in places like Arizona and be fine.
@KensWorldRestorations 26 күн бұрын
@@uhtred7860 Words of wisdom right there.
@Evo_Spec 27 күн бұрын
Damn, hope everything works out smoothly whether it be replacement parts or machining. I've been enjoying the series!
@KensWorldRestorations 4 күн бұрын
Thanks for that - I hope so too. So I work away for a few weeks at a time which is why I have a lot of gaps between my videos. I'm home in a few days and I'll be taking the barrels for boring/honing to one shop and the head to another for all the necessary valve work. It's not just a simple DIY lapping job, they need to be ground or replaced. Videos coming soon.
@wyliecoyote1 27 күн бұрын
Very well organized teardown, meticulous inspection. I hope you can find a complete engine, make one from the two. Looks good.👍
@dubwicht1 28 күн бұрын
Incredible attention to detail here!
@KensWorldRestorations 28 күн бұрын
Thanks Doug!! It's amazing what a little OCD and too much time on my hands will do. Hope you're doing well. I got a little riding in but not as much as I'd hoped for. Next year I'm planning on making the most of the riding season with these two bikes.
@allankeenan1987 Ай бұрын
Im bout to buy 1991 fzr1000 for 500 and rebuild it this winter gonna be the first one ive done
@KensWorldRestorations Ай бұрын
Love to hear that there's others keeping these things alive. Good luck with the build!
@allankeenan1987 Ай бұрын
Thanks @@KensWorldRestorations
@Shaneforry Ай бұрын
Where did you find a clutch kit for your 1100xv? I’m looking for a kit that comes with clutch plates, friction plates, springs and gasket. I’m having a hard time finding such kit. Or did you have to buy everything separately?
@KensWorldRestorations Ай бұрын
I got everything separate. I reused the steel plates in the clutch as they were all in spec. The EBC clutch kit/friction plates, springs gasket were all bought separately from FortNine in Montreal. If you're in the US I'm pretty sure Partzilla has everything you need and Caltric has the gaskets. Again, if you're in the US, you might be able to get everything in one vendor on eBay. Also note - mine is a 1000 and the clutches are different from the 1100.
@jh-tech5546 Ай бұрын
Great booth! Looks easy to set up compared to mine. Just caught up on your latest video's. What a great job so far Ken! Looking forward to the next episodes.
@KensWorldRestorations Ай бұрын
Thanks so much!! I draw so much inspiration from others, there would be no way to claim the idea was all mine. Like you know, adaptation is key - make it your own and you'll get the most of it. I was thinking of this a long time ago and then remembered when I first saw yours I thought "there's a guy who thinks like I do!" Engine is next after I do some paint correction - I still have a few small dust nibs in the paint. I bought a buffer with a 5" head on it and I'm going to cut/polish the clear this week.
@theaustralianconundrum 8 күн бұрын
@@KensWorldRestorations Hello from Australia! Looks like I've got some videos to catch up on. Subscribed. This is the first 1,000cc road bike that I saw an indicated 270KMH on a level road back in 1988. Was quite a feat at the time for a relatively affordable big bore blaster. Unfortunately the handling was terrifying as were the poor brakes. Neither being close to the job of keeping it all together at 150mph+....... But I live to tell the tale. All the best.
@KensWorldRestorations 8 күн бұрын
@@theaustralianconundrum funny how all the crazy people seem to find each other!! Hahahaha! Thanks for the sub mate and nice to see you survived the craziness of the 80's litre bikes. I have a lot of really good stuff on the engine tear down and rebuild. Those coming in the next few weeks. Cheers!
@theaustralianconundrum 8 күн бұрын
@@KensWorldRestorations I survived the 70's mate!!! LOL
@KensWorldRestorations 8 күн бұрын
@@theaustralianconundrum Me too! We're both pretty lucky. I'm sure you made it through the 2-stroke stuff too then!
@jh-tech5546 Ай бұрын
That's a difficult job, you did it like a pro!
@KensWorldRestorations Ай бұрын
And my hands are still sore.
@jh-tech5546 Ай бұрын
Like new. Well done!
@KensWorldRestorations Ай бұрын
A little OCD goes a long way.
@TehPhizzy Ай бұрын
I just bought an 1100 virago yesterday almost identical to yours. I'm planning to do a restoration on the bike and I can already tell these videos are going to be invaluable. Thanks so much for these great lessons!
@timfoley3189 Ай бұрын
Soon as you said good enough for government work I got an add that started off saying "Have you ever heard of a country being taxed into prosperity " !
@gabrieldaza7071 Ай бұрын
Friend, what other thermistor can I use? since where I live I have only gotten 120 ohms and 4.5k
@KensWorldRestorations Ай бұрын
Hi...the thermistor needs to be exact. The circuit is designed to use that value and only that value.
@gabrieldaza7071 Ай бұрын
@@KensWorldRestorations I have gotten 1k but it is linear, is it possible?
@KensWorldRestorations Ай бұрын
@@gabrieldaza7071 So long as it is an NTC thermistor, you'll be ok.
@Kyokunek Ай бұрын
Hello. I have a question.. Did you replaced the seals on connecting tubes/ T junctions (8:28) if so, where did you get them from..? I am doing the same job on my thundercat carbs and rubber seals on those junctions are dead..
@KensWorldRestorations Ай бұрын
Yes, they were all replaced. I got the full rebuild kit from a place in Thailand called LiteTek. Best quality kits around and one place where you can get all the hard to find stuff. litetek.co/ReplacementPartsYamaha.html
@anthonysoulard9938 Ай бұрын
this is a resto? my dad this exact same thing (wich i still have but has seen custom work) but the yamaha moulding on the tank sit lower as my memory recall
@KensWorldRestorations Ай бұрын
Have a look at the finished bike - the fuel tank emblems were reinstalled in the proper location as were the side panels. This video was taken before the restoration. I noticed that several variations of where that fuel tank logo sat but if you look on Yamaha's website, the factory prototypes are smack dab in the centre, like you mentioned. When I reinstalled mine, I went by the factory photos.
@devinshort9029 Ай бұрын
So good thanks!
@bykerluposolitariogmailcom Ай бұрын
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@misaelmartinez4320 Ай бұрын
Do you know what the red/yellow wire is for the one over the turng signal wires
@KensWorldRestorations Ай бұрын
It's the line that carries the turn signal "hot" to the relay unit for both the left and right side flashers (front and rear). As far as I can see from the diagram, without it, the signal lights wouldn't flash. It's not 100% clear on the schematic if that's the intermittent flashing power/interrupt from the relay unit since I don't have any idea how the relay unit is designed.
@JordanAtkinson-v1z Ай бұрын
Hey, what did you do with the MCV? Or the breather tube filters?
@KensWorldRestorations Ай бұрын
@@JordanAtkinson-v1z they were all in good shape so I just cleaned them and reinstalled them back where they were.
@RubenGarcia-c1s 2 ай бұрын
Thank you for your video help appreciate 🙏
@devinshort9029 2 ай бұрын
Where did you get the switch decals?
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
I had to make them myself. They're custom water slide decals (for plastic models). I bought the sheets of white material at the hobby shop, printed black "outside" the letters (inkjet printers can't print white) with a program called Inkscape. After I cut them out and applied them on satin black paint, I put a final satin clear over top of the decal. Here’s the video kzbin.info/www/bejne/sHbZpWmQr9-Xgqcsi=yn9CbcAq4nDQlvjk
@davidhoughton5669 2 ай бұрын
Hi,that paint job looks superb.I have the same bike in England as a retirement project.I'm not going into as deep a rebuild as you,more cleaned up with " patina" and a 17 inch yzf1000 thundered rear end. Could you please put up the paint codes and colour names please? I know it's Yamaha silky white pearl but I don't know the blue and red. I look forward to seeing your finished bike,it will be a stunner. Cheers from Rutland,England
@davidhoughton5669 2 ай бұрын
Thunderace
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
Greetings from Calgary - I had to look up Rutland since I'd never heard of it...beautiful place!!! For me, I couldn't find anywhere that could supply OEM Yamaha colours. Only one place I found came close (colorrite.com) but their nomenclature isn't completely correct. I had all my panels colour scanned and simply had paint mixed that was as close to OEM as possibly using modern mixes. Since this was a full respray, I didn't have to worry about blending and when it comes time to repaint or repair, my codes will always match my bike. The OEM Yamaha colours are Silky White (SW/00GE), Yamaha Atlantic Blue (ABL/00UY) and Vivid Red (VR/320). The problem with the silky white is that it's pearl so it needs to be matched with the proper base coat which I couldn't find anywhere. My pearl white was two stage as well so it was done with a base white first then the pearl coat second. As far as I can tell, my paint is a near perfect match but I'd still caution anyone who's trying to match or blend old paint. Firstly, there were still variations at the factory and today, most of the bikes' paint has faded and wouldn't be an exact match anyway. Let me know if you want my own custom codes that I had made up and I'll send you that info (brand and mixes). You can email me at [email protected]. Cheers!
@EbonyJadeDj 2 ай бұрын
How has it held up after a year? I’m about to purchase everything however the Createx website says that the UVLS gloss can’t be used as an automotive top coat. Did you use an additional product to seal it?
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
Great question. I used a 2K clear (special aerosol can) over the Createx colors just for that reason. The 2K clear is solvent based urethane - the standard in automotive finishes. It's usually mixed 4:1 with a hardener but more recently you can get 2K clear in an aerosol can. Good thing is you can get it in gloss, matte or satin. I waited a full day for the createx clear to dry completely before I painted the final 2K urethane clear top coat. A year later it still looks freshly painted.
@JamesTrewolla 2 ай бұрын
My 85 vx1000 is missed
@douglasmorris8364 2 ай бұрын
Brilliant sir. Thank you for sharing. I need to get mine off now because the rectifier failed on my 1995 XV750 by pushing out 20 volts and cooked the coloured coating in the bulbs causing the dials to fill up with smoke leaving a residue on the glass. A winter job for me :)
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
Thank you! That's a lot of work - my hands still hurt 2 years later....
@ChrisSofos 2 ай бұрын
Oh man! The paint job you did is absolutely perfect! I hope I'll do the same quality job on my gixxer (whenever I'll come to that point). Well done Ken!
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
Thanks Chris!! So good to hear from you again. My next and final step is restoring the top end of the engine. I'll be watching your videos again - they're a huge help!
@AC-vz9cz 2 ай бұрын
Hi Ken ! Great work my friend :) Ken I had to tell you I belive I've mentioned on one of my Comments I owned a XV 1000 Virago back in 1991 .Was mostly Super Car guy Fairlane Cobra ,GTO Judge ,AMX thats some .But one day while filling up with gas with one of my Acually A Super Duty 455 Trans-Am I spotted a New 1984 1000 Virago I fell in love saying man low seating The guy that owned it Said he paid brand New $ 4000 I thought that was crazy cheep and Seven years latter after a couple friends owning one I bought one Did almost what you did Like I said that bike sound music to my ears ..So that was 1991 after I finished the restore on the Bike I was going through some sad thoughs a few years back losing to little brothers in a car accident 16 &18 Ken then just resent that year my Mother died You see she never got over the loss she was 59 It was heart breaking So sold the bike even some of my Cars The bike went to a School Principal in North Vancouver I'm in Garibaldi Highlands between Vancouver & Whistler I just couldn't explane any shorter without all the history Ken there was good in many places though Jesus helped . Now Guess What I just a few week back I though hell I sure missed that Virago 1000 I had many years back for a short while So figured to take a look whats out there I've always before internet it was outo Trader or latter in the years Craigslist Ive never been a Face Book fellow But a freind said I Should take alook on Market space So I did wow I ended up finding a 1984 XV Virago 1000 with crazy low milage as mine I sold now 33 years ago I got a hold of the owner talked on the phone as we we're talking I mentioned to him I sold one like I said 1991 He said he bought his bike that year from a School Principal in North Van I couldn't believe what I was hearing It's got to be my bike .The Principal bought a bigger bike for him and his wife for long touring .So Ken this fellow who has it now was back then older fellow mid fourtys age not a kid He road it off and on always garage last time ever was 2006 this guy nice guy hes a car guy too He gets a'' heart ''attack and never rides it again his wife said no ! It's been in storage for 18 years I bought it and just had to tell you!! ken as you gave me some fun times made me laughed at times i watching your hard work and your big grin with the finished video Cheers Ralph from West Coast BC
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
Hey Ralph!! I saw your other comment and replied. You can send me email at [email protected]. That's such an amazing and inspirational story!!! I can't believe that bought it back!!! That's crazy! I hope you get to enjoy it for what it is - an incredible memory. I always say that it's not about the bike, but it kinda is. The bike is what bonds you and creates the good feelings and memories. Hanging on to those as we age can be priceless. I hope you get to enjoy that bike again.
@Pizzaschnitzer 2 ай бұрын
Nice Idea. My idea is... why not blowing up the cabin? filtered air and no dust can come in.
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
That is a great idea. I think professional booths do just that - they pump filtered air in and then suck it out in a very controlled manner. I might end up doing that in the future but this worked out well and I wanted to keep it simple as well as keep the costs down. Now that I've seen it's flaws, version 2.0 might just have another fan.
@Pizzaschnitzer 2 ай бұрын
@@KensWorldRestorations my buddy did it and filtered the vented air on the intake... Worked. The problem versus a professional cabin is, the suck the air out to evacuate the spray fog, and need fresh air for the dust prevention. So if you fill in a little more then you suck out, you have both benefits.
@AshRowland 2 ай бұрын
Does your wife know you're using her clothes dryer? 🤣
@AshRowland 2 ай бұрын
Outstanding job by the way
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
Ha!!! Don't say anything to her...I think I can get away with a little overspray...
@tomsworkshopprojects 2 ай бұрын
Awesome stuff Ken, I need to start learning the world of paint guns, might try and build a smaller scale version of your booth for my space. Brains writing! 😂
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
@@tomsworkshopprojects Do it!!
@paulnagel8161 2 ай бұрын
Always inspiring work! Love the paint booth idea.
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
I had a smaller pop up tent/booth that was great for doing smaller rattle-can jobs but there was no ventilation. I felt like a real genius when I came up with this idea on my own and then saw about a gajillion YT videos of others preceding my great wisdom. Tried to make it as simple as possible and it worked really well. The drum fan is key to getting the overspray under control.
@pietervanbreda4360 2 ай бұрын
Hi started to watch your videos today and there you drop a new video, nice work man. I am also in the process to start to restore my Yamaha TDR250.
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
Oh wow! Those things are crazy! 2-smoke super-moto! Probably a pretty rare sight no matter where you go.
@pietervanbreda4360 2 ай бұрын
Your fairing work looks good.
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
Thanks! It's been a lot of work.
@pietervanbreda4360 2 ай бұрын
EN GANE NEE
@joef6858 2 ай бұрын
Luv your diy mindset and execution Ken. I’m not a painter but I know prep is everything. So decals will stand off the clear coat, no clear over the decals? Great work Ken.
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
@@joef6858 Oddly, yeah. The fairing band is red paint with blue vinyl accents. The red/blue dashes that go up under the subframe are all vinyl and they were over the clear on the original bike. Weird. The more I think about it, the more I should have made this a “restomod” and just cleared over the graphics, like Honda did. They last longer and they look better.
@joef6858 2 ай бұрын
@@KensWorldRestorations can any vinyl accept clear coat?
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
@@joef6858 I think most vinyls today can. They don't need to be scuffed or prepped in any way except just cleaned with iso alcohol or window cleaner. Just make sure the clear below is cured (48hrs+) but not too old (30 days) or you'll have to scuff the clear first with 1500 or so if you put clear over clear. Does that make sense?
@Fireballspc 2 ай бұрын
Hi Kens Nice job on the paint job. That bike is amazing..
@yarekk 2 ай бұрын
Awesome job, as always! And such classy colors!
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
Thanks!! Love the white rims with this bike and I can't wait to ride it again!
@rgmax6205 2 ай бұрын
Amazing job on the paint! Looks fantastic even though it hasn’t been buffed yet. Interested in seeing the decal application. Paint is the one thing I’ve always farmed out, but I like your setup, I think I will give it a go on my next project. Excellent work!
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
Thanks!! I think if I was doing restorations at your level, I'd get a pro to do it too. But I'm ok to accept that if I have a small flaw, I'll work around it. Anything major would require a repaint and I was ready for that too! But start with something small and simple that won't break your heart if you pooch it. On the other hand, paint ain't cheap either! And it took me a little bit of forensics to figure out how Yamaha did the graphics and I'll just try and stay true to that. I want it to look OEM but I also don't want to be afraid to ride it when it's done.
@duganstitzel6990 2 ай бұрын
It really is looking amazing Ken! I always look forward to videos from you. The high quality work that you’re able to do in your garage inspires me to someday start my own motorcycle restoration. Keep up the great work and ride safe!
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for the wonderful comment. As I make more progress on this one, I really am getting the urge to ride it again. I hope you find something to work on, even if it's just a small project.
@akadutchess123 2 ай бұрын
It’s accounts like this that keep me motivated when I get intimidated by this mountain of parts in front of me. Hope you and the bike are doing well!!
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
And these are the comments that keep me going!! The bike and I are doing well and I hope to be going on another ride here soon before mother winter sets back in.
@akadutchess123 2 ай бұрын
@@KensWorldRestorations Shiny side up!!
@jimhunziker641 2 ай бұрын
Hey Ken, bike looks sweet! I’m doing a restore of a ‘92 750, and I’m redoing the panel now. Wondering what you used for the compound and the Dremel wheels. Mine might need a bit of sanding w some 1000+ grit. It’s a bit scratched up
@KensWorldRestorations 2 ай бұрын
Hey Jim!!! Glad to hear another Virago is being restored! I used Simoniz Platinum car polish. Comes in a black container. I seriously had no idea what I was doing at the time - really just experimenting with the soft pad on the Dremel tool. But it worked out - it removed the years of UV crazing and it still looks great a year later. Cheers!