Delboy's Garage, Fighter Build

Two large bodywork items in finished base coat ready to go..!
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[@paulharast1958]

Awesome and Love The Paint Job and a Lot of work. Penny & You Ride Safely.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Paul, as always ride safe yourself and have a great week ! D&Px

[@davidcracknell2008]

Why don't you cover your bike up when you spray paint ?

[@raytokens2291]

You have been the only person that had actually got me to sit down and watch a video consisting of watching paint dry, and look forward to watching another one lol. What a great job bruv. You have got that satin black spray paint down to an art. Thanks for the message of support from the pair of you. Take it easy and ride safe peeps

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Ray, that's really kind mate... just takes a bit of patience and practice and anyone can make a nice paint job with rattle cans... you shouldn't really be painting 2k paints in a domestic environment anyway, once again, get well soon buddy, hope you're back to fighting fit, chat soon, D&Px

[@eaglestrikes1]

Magnificent finish on both Del, you do so well not to get runs (I would for sure!) Great work

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, painting is just practice, it's a really basic skill and the secret is patience, I always show the clock between coats because everybody re-coats too quickly and that's where the runs come from... a wet coat will normally be stable in about 1/2hr specially if it's a flat surface, so knowing where to stop and walk away between coats helps, but once again, the real trick is leaving it long enough... what you think is 15mins is normally about 5mins! So have a clock within view and try it for yourself, you'll be surprise how easy it is mate !

[@papasquatscott7615]

Thanks for showing what grit sandpaper you are using. That is very helpful!

[@philhoey2423]

just a quick tip,for a perfect rattlecan paint finish,submerge can in jug off semi boiling water for 5 mins before spraying,you will get perfect coverage with no overspray misting as your paint is thinner,with the added bonus of no nozzle cogging,you get max use of your paint also,with a fantastic finish

[@MackieBass]

Any colour will do mate...as long it's black ;)

[@Moonfleet41]

Black is the new black aye Brother..

[@davejohnson2051]

Belly pan looks even better in black..mate the bike is looking amazing..cant wait to see her finished and running..Great Job

[@fader2701]

i love the look of the edges of the bellypan shadow'd in black at the 12min 29sec mark of the video.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, there will be art work later on, airbrush designs, where we can do all that kinda thing and more!

[@gavinhughes8623]

Looks epic del nothing short of awsomeness. I do love a good painting video I think that you do it in your garage makes it even more amazing like everyone else we don't have a paint booth. You did good del well done looking forward to the next painting video now top job 👍👍👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, you're very kind, it's simple enough if you take you're time and get a bit of practice in, all things can be achieved, I've even painted outdoors on sunny days, you don't need a paint booth for rattle cans, and like you say, most people haven't got one !

[@gavinhughes8623]

@@Moonfleet41 ye but you have the nack del boy 👍😂👍

[@renegade1987]

great vid as usual - the build is coming along nicely - slowly but surely lol - your vids have given me some inspiration to sort my garage out so its more useful - its so messy and half of it i can't even get to because there are piles of stuff everywhere!

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing mate, know how you feel, it's a conscious effort all the time to try and keep mine clear of stuff all the time !

[@alanpaterson5395]

For some reason my KZbin feed has been flooded with anti Delboy’s Garage videos lately just wanted to say thanks for all the great videos I have saved a few hundred quid doing some simple jobs I would have paid for if I hadn’t found your channel. Keep up the good work

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Alan, Thank you for your kind words, and yes KZbin has become a different place these days aye. Take care and appreciate your support.. Del.

[@Dademaker]

As a tip to save some time perhaps. If the body part is already nice and flat (which I think the silver parts were), you can actually simply use some scotchbrite to scratch up the surface. The advantage of this is that there is no risk of oversanding, and its much easier to work with. The paint will also adhere fantastically.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, great tip, and perfect for existing paint... I did have a little sanding and flatting still to do, plus a few runs from the silver to get rid of in this instance, but you're dead right, 3M Scotch Pads rock !

[@torks2339]

Lovely job Del. Looks like an oil slick. Absolute perfection! My turn tomorrow. Spent an entire day on removal and preperation of my wheels on the Gixer. Cleaned, masked and keyed ready for it's bath in satin black Simoniz tough paint! New sprockets and gold chain on the way from WeMoto along with all new caliper bolts. Thanks as always on the guidance. Have a great weekend both of you.

[@Moonfleet41]

Good luck with yours tomorrow Tor, send is a few picks when you;re done, and have a great weekend buddy.

[@torks2339]

For sure. Where do I send pics too Del?

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Tor, you can email us direct on : [e-mail] Cheers!

[@mikebutler6292]

love the enthusiasm and the little boy glee in your eye when something goes well . i can relate to that ,

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers Mike !

[@TimothyCorbette]

cant wait to see the whole thing completed and on the road. you have a good eye so I know it's going to be great

[@MiG300]

The most satisfying video!

[@david555montez9]

Gorgeous color Del!!!!! 🤘 Exelent work 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 Pending and supporting my friend and waiting more 😉 Best wishes 😀🤘

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks David, we much appreciate your kind support, D&Px

[@stevem856]

You made us smile when you finished the painting of the belly pan then started whispering...

[@Moonfleet41]

I know, how daft was that, what was I doing, it just seemed right at the time lol

[@stevem856]

@@Moonfleet41 it's just another one of the funny thing us humans do , like turning the radio down in a vehicle when you are looking for somewhere...

[@Moonfleet41]

Damn, i thought only i did that too...!!!!

[@stevenesq]

Well sprayed well sprayed fine job del its all coming together nicely .

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Steven, much appreciated!

[@hdrk59]

Please Del ...I'm dying for a Harley video..lol..all in all I'm learning fantastic tips . Bless you brother ride safe .

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, we'll be able to deliver that in the long term buddy, but have traded by Switchback in for something a little more practical and to also net a little money back towards the lathe project and also , more importantly, the next project once this one is finished and a Harley is top of the list for the next donor bike !! Stick with us buddy, we're long term!

[@hdrk59]

I'm not going anywhere ,I'm enjoying your journey . Thank you for sharing .

[@stewartmackay539]

Great job

[@paulrobinson7881]

That paint looks brilliant proper mirror finish shame it dry's Matt del looking forward to the field trip 😁

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Paul, its gonna be a great day out, and we're really looking forward to it.

[@Arni0111]

Your work is really interesting, and i cant wait for new video, top job mate.

[@loddude5706]

In the land of trowelled on red oxide, thou art considered skilful indeed, yet most fussy . . . have a fun w/e : )

[@Jrambo51]

You really do the painting well. I like black but perhaps a grey would have been nice. Take care.

[@Moonfleet41]

Stay tuned, the black is just an all over base coat for now, there will be other colours involved, once it's on the road and I've ironed out all the teething troubles !

[@clivewilliams1406]

My compliments, a good job, well done!

[@stevelong6358]

nice job del . that paint job looks awsome.

[@marinmarkov5058]

Once again, great job. I just have to ask - why did not do all the prep work on the parts (sending etc.) and than paint all of them at the same time. this way you will not have to worry for dust and other problems.

[@Moonfleet41]

You're dead right mate, it was a proper daft way round to do it, but I wanted to get at least the nose cone finished so rather than spending all day rubbing down and then not get it layered up, I just did the nose cone first, and then saw how much time I had left and realised I could still do the belly pan... better planning needed next time... !

[@shadowcycles5295]

Looks fantastic mate really good amazing how you get such a great finish from a spray can looks like it's been professionally sprayed in a booth.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, that's very kind of you, spray cans are fine, just a different technique to proper spraying with a spray gun ...

[@MrAnjosam]

It looks like Predator's helmet.

[@MrAndyCarlos]

Nice painting job, Del. Congrats!

[@geoham11]

I don't normally comment but I thought I would on this one. Great job with the rattle can spray job. Keep up the good work.

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers George, and welcome aboard, rattle cans are easy enough to make a good finish with, you just need to take your time and work a little harder on getting the coats built up !

[@TechnMoto]

Looking good

[@al-6988]

Salut l ami Excellent cette couleur noir brillant. A bientôt

[@Moonfleet41]

Merci beaucoup mon ami

[@jeremylorrimer9475]

Hello, sorry for this very unrelated question..... How safe is it to drill through your top yoke to add mx handle bars to your bike? Thanks in advance.

[@Moonfleet41]

It depends entirely on the top yoke in question !

[@ejdtm]

Two tone the pan. Leave sides black and truck liner the bottom

[@Moonfleet41]

That's roughly the plan mate !

[@chrisattwood3660]

Love the videos a few of us videos have helped me and a few guys I no do the jobs we would have paid people to do for us so for that thanks and keep up the good work

[@Moonfleet41]

You're most welcome my friend, it makes us proud to know we've helped you, it's all about sharing what knowledge you have for the benefit for everyone aye?!

[@ProfJono]

Questtion: If you are using Simoniz Tough Gloss Paint, would you use a primer or could you do it without? I am painting my fairings and tank on a DL650 V-strom. Get job on your's. Looking forward to seeing it when it's finished.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Paul, this paint, if properly applied, needs no primer.. you can use some if you wish, but as you can see from many of the videos, it works perfectly well without it.

[@ProfJono]

@@Moonfleet41 many thanks for that 👍🏼

[@TWISTEDSTRINGS69]

HI DELBOY ! Coming along nicely. I to have a small work space but you have utilizing that space down to a science, my area is not so nicely kept..lol.........an idea for the future, I use clear car bra for protecting the paint on my and bikes I work on..I just did all the high paint chip areas on a friends new 2017 FXDB. Stuff works great and you don`t even know it`s there..BROOKLYN OUT !

[@Moonfleet41]

Clear car bra? I've not heard of that buddy, have you got a link for it, sounds like just what I need , and yep, if you keep a space tidy, you can make use of the area a lot more efficiently, tc and thanks for your support!

[@TWISTEDSTRINGS69]

www.lamin-x.com/default.asp This is just one site of many. You can buy it in sheets or rolls and cut it to fit and it comes in different tints for cool effects. Hope this helps ! Here`s another ...www.invisiblemask.com/imask/

[@s4494r]

A video of watching paint dry. Still five thousand people watchin it. inc me! lol

[@iandavies6620]

That belly pan would be the dogs bollocks if you managed to route the exhaust through those holes. Imagine the noise too!

[@Moonfleet41]

... never mind that, imagine the flames.... yeehaaa lol

[@paulelliott2861]

Bit more practise and you have it. Lol no great works as always spot on

[@THEDOUG78VA]

Great work...love the steady progress! All these painting videos nearly have me itching to get into the bodywork & repainting of the fairings on my bike! But dammit, still don't have that garage yet... () lol

[@Moonfleet41]

Sorry to hear that mate, I spent half my biking life without a garage, you can get by painting outside in the right conditions, it's just a little more sanding and polishing afterwards ... have a great weekend buddy !

[@THEDOUG78VA]

@@Moonfleet41 thanks! Hope you two are having a great one! The plan was to have my carport converted to a garage by winter...but life gets in the way sometimes, lol. I still have some time left before winter, so we'll see what happens...but I'll get it done eventually!

[@Moonfleet41]

Good luck with it mate, every man needs a garage, hope you can get it sorted, it makes such a difference! Keep us posted, have a great Sunday, D&Px

[@colinsharp1314]

Mint job del top work mate

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers Colin, have a good weekend mate.

[@8ball903]

coming on 👊😎

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers buddy, hope you're well and life is good.. D&Px

[@kentsvensson7009]

👍👍👍😉

[@HalfdeadRider]

Look's great in black, looking forward to a little road trip :)

[@stephenmitchell8324]

Hi Del You do some grate paint work

[@albertheaton6455]

Great job again del.don't think you have to whisper they can't hear you. Drive safe

[@Moonfleet41]

LOL I know, was a bit stupid really wasn't it, but I was rather pleased with the result and didn't wanna jinx it !

[@suzuki750stu]

Superb job buddy, the spray cans seem to spray really nice, better than the shite from Halfords 🤘🤘

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing Stu, and if you buy them right, they're cheaper too !

[@dalehazlett6230]

Nice idea of truck liner...

[@kielherman3237]

Instead of using bedliner why not just put some of that clear film that is meant to protect body panels over the paint when finished?

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Kiel, that's a good call also, it'd have to be pretty stretchy cos of the almost spherical nature of that front part of the belly pan, but a great idea none the less, much appreciated!

[@andydawson2070]

Nice finish on the paint. I haven't watched all the older street fighter videos so I wasn't aware the belly pan was made from an old tank, what a neat idea. I'll be scrolling through the old videos to get myself up to date. Have a great weekend you two. Catch you next week.

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers Andy, yep, I'd like to stake that as the crowning glory of the bike, it's completely unique, never seen it done in 30yrs of reading bike magazines, and that's a lot of magazines lol ... thanks for your kind support mate, have a good weekend yourself!

[@stevemoss5597]

How does that thick paint hold up with exhaust temps del.. did you use it on the tiger end can just wondered how it would hold up on the headers thanks

[@Moonfleet41]

Used it on engines many times Steve, never discoloured, always stays put, but header pipes will get hotter than any other part of the bike, so you may find they discolour on the top corner.... you could use an exhaust enamel for that area!

[@stevemoss5597]

Delboy's Garage ok lovely thanks for your reply love the streetfighter build videos there great.

[@britishbiker488]

Hi del just a quick question for you I have a Yamaha R6 2001 just like the one penny had mine's red the front break disc are they mean to move a little bit has in are they floating disc reason I'm ask is because they screek at low speed but they are ok at high speed and I don't know why any ideas cheers mate

[@marceloferrari2013]

Fantastic job, continuos others videos, and learning greetings from Buenos Aires.

[@bigfatpear]

real nice

[@bubbles1863]

Another great vid m8

[@adrianlowe3522]

You may have said this before but I must have missed it, why do you always do that long single spray once you are done with the can, what's it for?

[@adrianlowe3522]

@@croyce7699 ahaaaa thanks!

[@BIG-K]

Great job, Del. That must have been very satisfying. I also enjoyed being able to take another look at the bodywork's innards, reminding me of how those items were fabricated all that time ago. Beautiful, mate. Have a great weekend, D&P 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Keith, had to remind myself lol ! Been so long since that nose cone was in bits, I just realised the two bolts that hold the idiot lights in are imperial cos that's all I had at the time, before I bought the metric bolt stock, ho hum lol !

[@medievilassassin]

How long will that take to dry? About a week?

[@Moonfleet41]

At least mate, and that will only be touch dry so you can handle it, it'll be closer to a month before it's durable and 3 months before it's fully cured, and ready for action, but with an off-road project it's a luxury to have that time !

[@medievilassassin]

Moonfleet41 cheers mate I’m working on a no rush car project and plan on painting a whole car with this stuff in my garden under a gazebo LOL!

[@IMattisMeI]

You are the Bob Ross of custom motorcycles.

[@Moonfleet41]

Blimey, I'm not worthy, appreciate our support buddy !

[@DJShadow1966]

9:35 was that the 2 seater spitfire going over by any chance? Been buzzing around Exeter and Torbay most of this week. Also if you're planning on a trip to HEL to get that hose made, gimme a shout, I can meet you and take you straight there if it's a weekend. Only about 5 mins from where I live. Anyway, she's almost there now, keep it up, won't be long.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Ian, going to HEL? I get told that quite a lot lol... but no, seriously, we're off to meet the guys at Wemoto where they make HEL hoses to order, gonna take the camera with us so should be an adventure... we will meet up for that cuppa at some point buddy, we haven't forgotten!

[@DJShadow1966]

@@Moonfleet41 Ah ok no worries, just thought you might go straight to the main head office/factory. Be cool watching that.

[@wendyduncan9544]

nice job again del you know I never relised its been 2.5 years m8 what a journey though you just have to be chuffed with it m8 atb iain

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing Iain, it's been a long road mate !

[@wendyduncan9544]

but worth every min I have learned loads of things along the way del and anything I cant remember I just look back the vids atb 8 have a great weekend

[@pomroys]

How much is this heifer going to weigh?

[@christophershirley1303]

I think at last count the "fighter" is around 16 or 17 kg less than the stock bike was.

[@pomroys]

@@christophershirley1303 fair play! Retracted!

[@christophershirley1303]

Gotta admit now she's black...she looks much more solid!

[@petefroud5308]

[p] A result no dust in the pan .

[@Moonfleet41]

Result indeed buddy, how rare is that !

[@Gus-cg9yp]

Hi, Lovely paint finish Del. Mine looks good but never like that ... lol. Have a good ride. Thanks, Gus

[@Purplemonkey1974]

Have u considered using stomp grips and tank protector for the belly pan or would this not protect in the areas required. In my thoughts it'd show any artwork better over a gloss finish and could be applied at final assembly after paint.

[@Moonfleet41]

Never heard of it buddy, but up for any suggestion, I want something tough and bullet proof for the front and underside of the belly pan, and am kinda resigned to it being a textured wrinkle finish, but if you have something that could be painted over, then I'm all ears, drop us a link fellah!

[@mikeschap1]

Goodbye Silver Dream Machine, hello Mr Black!! Looking very cool Del. What a beautiful finish. Lovely jubbly.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, it was never gonna stay silver anyway, so if am gonna ride around with it for a few months, may as well be the right colour aye lol !

[@gingerross9284]

👍

[@bobgwinn5091]

nice

[@jamesweber4938]

All it needs now is pinstriping (Kawasaki green) on the black paint, job done :)

[@geoffozevans4500]

It's amazing the shine that comes up with the Simoniz paint, imagine it with a few coats of lacquer. It's very like the Harley Vivid Black, which is good if I ever get any dings on mine ( perish the thought) Have a great weekend both 👍👍😎

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure is buddy, they even do a gloss version, I just went for satin as it's handy for all sorts of other stuff, there is an acrylic clear lacquer from Simoniz as well, so I'll be coating up the relevant areas to gloss once the artwork is done ! Have a good weekend, D&Px

[@ollieb9875]

That looks amazing. Bloody good job old boy.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Ollie !

[@rsbharley4766]

Great way to end a perfect day. sun out now you have let us have our sun back lol.. Just got in from a short 150 km ride and Del has a new video, so grab a cuppa sit back and enjoy...yeah You're doing a great job mate, that tuff black looks the business, its all coming together now. it will be MOT time before you know it. Penny and you have a great and safe weekend. Cheers.

[@Moonfleet41]

You too mate, am not sure where the sun came from, as we still have it here too lol... great to share aye?! Glad you enjoyed your ride, keep in touch mate, all the best, D&Px

[@brrraaaapp8502]

nice paintjob Del! That bellypan up-side-down in black color, just turned in to something Darth Vader'ish. Maybe name the bike Tie-Fighter ha ha

[@christopherdevries1969]

Looking good 👍👍👍, I saw the finish line reflecting in the belly-pan. So curious of what the finished paint scheme is going to look like. ( can we get a hint?). Have a great weekend 👍🏍😎.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey buddy, I wish I knew myself, the only thing swimming round my head is all of the options, candy colours, mixed with black, maybe gold, skulls, demons, Giger babies, all sorts of things, I'll just have to make a decision nearer the time, but want it to stand out, that's for sure!

[@splodge5714]

Nice finish. Wheres all the lumpy bits? Do you clean the spray can nozzle between coats? Cheers.

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers buddy, I invert the can and blow it out between coats, then clean the nozzle, the nozzle cap itself invariably clogs up about 2/3rds of the way through the can, so I keep a fistful of spare ones and swop it over, works every time !

[@johnbarker6703]

Superb finish from cans, shows it can be done if you take care with the prep. Levers next, hope you are thinking about Honda ones to get rid of those ugly cheap looking plastic pots and smooth everything out up front

[@Moonfleet41]

Ok buddy, good points, I may have to go with some ugly cheap plastic pots just for now to get it on the road, there are some awesome products out there from companies like Oberon and Rizomi but daft money so I'll have to wait till I've bought my lathe and maybe I could make one lol !

[@johnbarker6703]

@@Moonfleet41 I was going for more along the lines of the fully integrated reservoirs as fitted to CBR1100 blackbird, very neat. But like you say might be fun to try and create something as you have with the rest of the build, 100%custom then and thats got to fit with the rest of the bike. Keep plugging away its looking good.

[@mariusungureanu3069]

are those adventure panniers, del? for a 800gs?

[@Moonfleet41]

1200 Exploder mate..!

[@mariusungureanu3069]

very nice! so we will see some touring trips video with you and P. :-)

[@Moonfleet41]

Maybe not touring yet, but certainly a road trip next weekend and all sorts of opportunities to come !

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes buddy, lots going on here behind the scenes, not all of it takes part in You Tube, but will be clear soon!

[@madmarkuk1]

Brillient job as always Del

[@rudebwoy8]

Nice work Delboy!

[@sabamacx]

If you have a humidifier, or a source of steam, venting some into the room will pull dust particles out of the air. We use this approach sometimes in IT when recovering hard drives.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi buddy, probably good for dust, but humidity is the last thing you want when you're painting, as it'll make the paint bloom... thanks for the suggestion though,

[@bristol8920]

I'm in front again ...."First".....

[@R4nd0mW33J]

I thought a fighter was supposed to be a rat born of necessity. A dropped older sports that's not worth spending much cash on but still mechanically sound. Stick a set of clip ons on it, whip the fairings off, chop the tail, wire up a cheap set of lights, spray it with a rattle can with no regard to runs, just paint to be functional and stop rust. and jobs a good un. This is taking years to do what should've been done in a couple of weekends. Spending far far too long on how it looks. princess behaviour.

[@Moonfleet41]

'Streetfighter' is a generic name for many different things...

[@christophershirley1303]

(P) Wow Del... she's gonna be a very different animal in black than she was in silver. Looking at the bike, I always had a "vibe" of light fast and nimble in silver....In black she's gonna look very aggressive and dark, and BADASS. I have no idea what bedliner coating looks like but I'm sure you do. Would having the finished belly pan "vinyl wrapped" in clear after the paint offer any protection? All the best to you and Penny P

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Christopher, bedliner is an epoxy rubber coating that's practically bullet proof, it's designed for coating up truck beds, literally like it says, to stop them getting scratched when they're loaded up... it really is that good... but it's heavily textured usually, like a flexible wrinkly rubberised finish, so was only thinking of using it down the front strip and underneath, leaving the concave sections on the sides for art work... ! Long time to get to their that so we'll see! Have a great weekend, D&Px

[@softailfun]

Hey Del, just a quirky mate..... How does that paint cope with fuel drips..... Any issues that you are aware of? RSMB

[@Moonfleet41]

Ayup buddy, it's absolutely fine with fuel just as long as it's totally cured and that's the problem, cos it takes almost 3 months before it stops smelling of paint, so if you could be careful for the first 2-3 months, it'd be fine long term... Hope you're feeling better mate, keep in touch, D&Px

[@MattSaysSmile]

Nice 👍

[@mikeperry451]

Much respect Del, I have watched every video on this bike, but I am about to jump on the "this bike will never get done" band wagon. Im sorry brother, but Im losing interest, tying not to, but I cant help it..

[@Moonfleet41]

Sorry you feel that way mate, and thanks for your engagement with it, but I'm sure you wouldn't want me to just abandon it, specially after you've watched every one! I guess it shows an engagement that you wanna see it done, which I appreciate, but once it's done, then that's it, and I try not to wish for the end of things... I've followed projects through with the people I watch, hot rod and muscle car builds, and something that comes along unexpectedly is the odd feeling of disappointment when the car drives away and the videos I've been enjoying for a year, or more, just stop! Anyway, I made a vow to the viewers that I would see this through, am sure you can see that every video is progress, and I'll stand by my word and finish it no matter how long it takes. Perhaps it would be a different feel if you saw every video as a stand alone project, like I do... this project was to paint a nose cone and belly pan and the one loaded up this morning was to fabricate a bracket for the tick over adjustment, clean up the slave cylinder and paint the sprocket cover... all progress in the big picture, but still stand alone work that could've been done to any bike... Thanks for your support, and appreciate your feedback mate

[@stevesstuff552]

I got to that point, too. A bit of a break and watching inspirational / instructive videos for my sport I've come back fresh and enjoying selected build and skills videos.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, sometimes a break really works, specially when you're doing the bike yourself !

[@chrispayne1029]

TOP JOB 👏👏👌🏻👌🏻👍

[@mad3arber]

Fancy

[@tinks43]

(P) Smooth as a babies bum 👍🏻 looking good 😀

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers buddy, getting there a bit at a time aye?!