Delboy's Garage, Fighter Build

After 2 years 9 months...Time to play out in the sunshine.!
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[@Liam_Bollocks]

‘Just gonna go straight for the mot’ which translates as “I’ve done the illegal road test that 99% of us have done, off camera so you all stop moaning at me” 😂

[@lolzlarkin3059]

However you could just book it in somewhere not that local, get lost on the way, handily have some tools in your bag... Actually, there must be some scope for the guy that has a test booked in, breaks down on the way and has to go home for repairs and reschedule. Sure the rozzers would buy that..

[@patrickfivefive3747]

Passed the MOT. Now we'll take the baffle out :D

[@philboboggins]

lol dont we all ??

[@bushratbeachbum]

Mad not to.

[@mdf113]

Not being funny Bud....but it sounds like a bag of spanners, please tell me it has a dry clutch.

[@Moonfleet41]

Bad audio, GoPro cameras have a rubish mic and it was sealed in a box too.. am always confused why it sounds like that on camera but nothing like that in real life, it never makes that dry rustling sound when I'm stood next to it, however the clutch is slipping a little as you may have noticed, so that will be an upgrade in the future...

[@mdf113]

@@Moonfleet41 Thanks for your reply and explanation.

[@dakotarising3490]

Yeah I noticed that too, must be the conversation of audio

[@garyjohnson4575]

Cell phones also produce bad quality because they don't transfer bass, most camera audio is made for human speech.

[@thomaswarren2699]

​@@Moonfleet41 Was it this or the rat bike that you put the castrol magnatec in? Funnily, just off the phone with a Castrol technician who said - and I quote: *"I'd never put magnatec in a motorcycle"* - because I bought four litres as it was on offer, only to look online and read multiple posts on multiple websites saying never to use it on a bike - From what I understand, these clever oils that reduce friction in a car engine car wreak absolute havoc with the friction plates of a wet clutch! Oh well, I guess that's a couple year's supply of chain oil instead! D'oh! Live and learn... Cheers Del

[@CookingwithChefDai]

Woooooo hoooooooooo!!!!!! Ohhh yeah baby!!!! Ok, I’ve watched this video three times now. The bikes looks bloody amazing Del, you and Penny should be extremely proud of yourselves. It looks even better out on the road than it does under the lights in the garage and , oh my, that exhaust note!!!!!!! I think that challenges my RSV4, we’ll have to introduce the two bikes together. Passing the MOT was never a doubt too. Enjoy the bike Del and I’m looking forward to seeing what you do with the paint job, although I am a massive fan of the black stealth look now!!!! Take care y’all!!!!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey Dai, great to hear from you brother, awesome to know you think so highly of it! I think you're dead right, I think this and your Aprilia along the coast road would wake the dead in the next county, so we must set that up.. have a few little shakedown jobs to do and bed everything in, but once the spring comes come on down, always welcome buddy! Hope the family are all well, big hugs from us, D&Px

[@renegade1987]

couldn't click this fast enough! :-)

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much for your support sir, hope you enjoyed the video..

[@richardhartley7094]

looks and sounds great Dell

[@therealgist]

Really lovely bike mate....well done....you should be proud!!!

[@p.santos6644]

Thank you so much for sharing. Learned a lot during the process. You done everything so careful and very professional. Ride safe and thank you once again 🇵🇹 🇬🇧 👍👍👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey Pedro, great to hear fro you, and thanks for the compliments, it's much appreciated, glad you enjoyed the process, it was a fun project and it's a great bike to ride now! Ride safe buddy, all the best...

[@christopherdevries1969]

Congratulations on the MOT pass. Absolutely great to see it riding on the road, and what a sound 👍👍👍. Ride safe 🏍

[@Moonfleet41]

Christopher de Vries: Hi mate, it's been a long road, and am really chuffed with the way it sounds! What a glorious noise!

[@christopherdevries1969]

@@Moonfleet41 Instantaneously a Neil Diamond song popped up in my head 😁. Enjoy the bike. Loved watching the build and looking forward to the new one.

[@TroubadourJuggernaut]

Thought I was watching The Isle Of Man !! well done

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, it does have that cheeky sound out in the lanes aye?!

[@williamwarren4029]

No Not the Isle of Man - just about the best alternative though. The roads around East Dorset - and one of my favourite "testing" roads - from Wimborne to 6d Handley. Fab.

[@Moonfleet41]

@@williamwarren4029 Ha ha, Thats a mad ten miles.. just like Compton Abbas to Blandford...7 miles of finest swervery..!

[@MackieBass]

Sounds epic! And looks the part too!

[@charliefarlie6469]

Hey Mackie ,There’s a lot of us out here who are waiting to see what you and Del come up with re the paint job 👍🏻

[@SpillTheWine67]

Can’t wait to see how you take it to the next level! Love your vids too!

[@marcv338]

No MOT for motorcycles in the Netherlands........yet!👍. All and all a very nice project ,(taking hat of!)

[@Motive8Pro]

Nice work! How about the seat pad?

[@Moonfleet41]

Got some plans with tooled leather, but nothing thicker than a newspaper... it's really comfy, ergonomically shaped!

[@Motive8Pro]

Nice! Any thoughts on how you will attach it?

[@gregoriousgilbert519]

Down the 303? do you remember the Kula Shaker song... great video again.. cheers from Zummerset

[@ronmimnaugh7674]

Great job. Congrats on getting it "done" Looks like you were prepping for the Isle of man with the sound of that bike.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, I've never been to the island to my shame, as it's not far away, my buddy DukeDyson goes every year so maybe now I have the bike to keep up with him lol

[@大槻ヨシリン]

カワサキらしいいい音がしてます、私もカワサキW６５０を所有しています、あなたのバイクはデザインもとてもクールでステキです、ありがとうございます。

[@Moonfleet41]

あなたの優しいメッセージをありがとう！安全に乗る、Del

[@deathgearo8502]

Should do a bobber

[@adrianbegbie1556]

Hi Del .. just giving your fighter build MOT another viewing.. love it .. great job .. I’ve got my old ZZR1100 Saturday morning.. fingers crossed.. lol .. take it easy, hope you’re good .. 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Adrian, thanks mate, appreciate your support... just about to get out and about on that bike again this week, just gave it a makeover a while back and looking forward to playing out on it. Good luck with your MOT, hope it goes smoothly!

[@tomtilley3162]

you sir have done an amazing job on the bike brilliant .i only sub to your channel a couple of month's back so i intend to watch all of your video's eventually lol .you should be on the telly showing how it's really done love how you exsplain as you go along what your up to and want to achieve just brilliant ...thankyou for sharing

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Tom, that's very kind of you... we love making the videos and enjoy what we do, and we're glad you do to! Welcome aboard, enjoy the videos, and stay in touch! All the best, D&Px

[@Cullz.182]

Del boy and martin. That would be a good combination to watch on tv. Def better then that american chopper and such like lol

[@richfjr1300]

wow, here in new jersey, we have no inspection! used to a few years back but they would only check lights, horn, no emissions...now? nothing!

[@waynecottam6833]

Have you declared the modifications to your insurance company

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes!

[@me109g4]

What terrified me on the video was driving on the left,, something I havent done since leaving the UK in the 70's,, had me cringing a couple of times in the video. lol.

[@davelee8743]

Not for me, looks ok from a far but far from good.

[@hypster814]

Brit with a Rebel flag phone background. That's interesting and unsettling at the same time.

[@chedd9475]

Wr400f into a chopper

[@MrMotivator2000]

Love the wave to the other rider!! Not all bikers do that anymore.. I still do..🤣. I give em 'side nod' ..

[@KabouterNZ]

Sounds AMAZING bro, congrats on the build. Great job................Quick shifter?

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy!

[@MiG300]

Dude, I almost cry seeing this project riding on the road! Really nice work Del, congrats! However, it look weird see you on the wrong side of the way, because here in Brasil, we drive on the right side of the road! LOL!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Glauco, it was awesome to get it finally on the road at last.. it was a long time building.. Have a wonderful weekend my friend, take care.. D&Px

[@KingsColas]

*IM LEGIT IN LOVE WITH THAT BIKE* #GOALS

[@bushratbeachbum]

Hahahahaha, nothing like the first ride!!!! Whoooooooop!!!!

[@christophershirley1303]

(P) Thanks so much buddy for building it....When can you deliver it Del? ;-) FAN-BLOODY-TASTIC...!!!!!!!!!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Ill drop it over first thing in the morning Chris, tea and two sugars mate..!

[@eshwarvarma9865]

Plz make a video on how to build fairings step by step video plz

[@eaglestrikes1]

Wonderful, wonderful wonderful Del. Looks amazing sounds amazing. Congratulations Del thank you

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you brother, much appreciated!

[@motomazz]

A while since I commented on any of your videos, but been following this since day 1, so a propee comment is long overdue. Derek, I've had my doubts now and then, but the last 4-5 videos and then, finally, when you took it out on the road: BEASTLY and GODLIKE!!!! CONGRATULATIONS! Chuffed for the next project.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Mads, good to hear from you Sir, and thank you for your kind comments.. im glad you like the bike, its a hell of a lot of fun to ride, and really make people turn and look.. mainly because its so LOUD..!!!! Thank you again, take care and have a good weekend.... Del.

[@markguppy2715]

Congratulations Del. Looks so much more aggressive compared to your original idea and sounds suitably fruity too. Top job mate. Looking forward to the next project........

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, that's very kind, happy with the final look, now time to think of the next one!

[@jerryx2000]

do they do a dyno run to confirm power & check exhaust gases? In Switzerland they would do than & charge you 3000.-!

[@Moonfleet41]

No power check here, or emission test, for bikes!

[@jerryx2000]

@@Moonfleet41 lucky bastads

[@N0t4v41l4ble]

3000 what currency? Yearly?

[@jerryx2000]

@@N0t4v41l4ble Swiss francs. No jus once if you highly mod suff-

[@gregoriousgilbert519]

Have riden those roads... My Fazer had new mot again in december, was two months over due.. Its a great feeling when you have that piece of paper.. road tax due end january.. doing aluminium radiator upgrade out in the cold. Got some other issues to do too.. Love the street fighter.... cheers gonna watch again.. will be coming your way once bike sorted.. from Zummerset UK...

[@Moonfleet41]

Right on mate... lets hope the weather breaks soon and we get some sunny spring days.

[@BIG-K]

Top job, top entertainment, top tips, and as for The End Result, PHWOARRRRHH!!! Bravo, Del and Penny 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Keith, awesome to hear from you, as ever...! It's a happy day...

[@NonStoppie]

We don't see enough streetfighters anymore. This is a realy cool one though. Has been fun to follow along the build. Enjoy it.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you buddy, you're like me, love the streetfighters, a genre that's passed a little, but you're right, not enough about any more!

[@bizzmotovlogs6]

holy shit balls that Zorst sound bro!!…..good work sir!!

[@reynaldovargas2606]

Great work happy for you may you enjoy your hard work ride safe God bless

[@dts4banger]

What's with the garbage Confederate flag screen saver?

[@robertsykes6309]

Great job, the bike sounds and looks unreal. For the next project how about making an adventure bike from a 3 or 4 cylinder road bike. P.S. When I changed the steering head bearings on my ‘96 CB 750 a few months ago I used some of the tips from your video. Cheers.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Robert, thanks mate, lots of options on the list , it all depends on whether I can source the right donor bike!

[@richardpearson4248]

Great video bike looks and sounds fantastic 🇬🇧👍

[@joejoseph6101]

Del & Penny, Congratulations! The Alien Fighter Moto has arrived! ...and happy to see it scream fear into caged onlookers ) Great work my friend and mentor. Much respect always. Keep on machinin'!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Joe, you're very kind... am glad you like the build, looking forward to getting out and being a hooligan on it ! Ride safe, D&Px

[@hsmith3844]

ABSOLUTELY FANTASIC, well done. I'm so happy I was able to watch you do the job so well. In the States we don't have half the tests you guys do.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, much appreciated, I can't believe how easy it is over there to get a bike on the road, I can't imagine the guys at OCC would be able to get half the bikes on the road that they do, if they had to work to our rules!

[@outandaboutinoz]

It looks great Del, well done, mind you I do love the Triumph 1200 XRT in the shed, same as mine. What's the story with it?

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi buddy, that was my Explorer XCA, only had it for a short while, didn't feature it on any videos... 5yrs on I don't own it anymore!

[@AndreLaranjo]

Absolutely bloody f**** amazing!!! Top Top top quality! Wish I had your skills!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Why thank you most kindly Sir, nothing here that you can't do with a little bit of patience, and attention to detail!

[@aaronblakeley9442]

Sweetness. Solid day of viewing this build.

[@Herzankerkreuz67]

Congratulations 👍 That bike is sick 💖👍🏍 Those are the defining moments in life!!!!! Ride safe

[@Moonfleet41]

I totally agree my friend, wise words, well said!

[@uncleremus8443]

Hey Del nice work me thinks she looks excellent all black no electric gizzmos PERFECTOMUNDO how a street bike should be =fun

[@Moonfleet41]

Sure thing buddy, clutch, throttle, brakes and a seat, happy days!

[@anirudhbaBrucelee]

The sound !!!! Omgggggg in love with the bike sir In love with it 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍 A marvelous job and u deserve that rest 😅😅

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks you anirudh, you are too kind, but I agree, what a day we had, a long journey, thank you for joining for the ride!

[@brandywell44]

Delboy, what a marvellous job you have done. Looks great with a nice stance. @7:35 there is a definite Ghostrider vibe, was that on purpose? Absolutely love it, take care and enjoy it...Good on you and thanks for sharing your journey with us all. kzbin.info/www/bejne/fHvHZqydlMSEodE

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you buddy, I think Ghostrider is ubiquitous, any all black, angry looking bike that's loud with a black visor'd rider ticks the box! Thank you for the kind compliments Sir, much appreciated!

[@Harryjones05]

Brilliant work Del Boy, I hope you really enjoy the fruits of your labour... 👍🏻 It sounds awesome...!!! 👌🏻

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers Gareth, it was a good day, still smiling... thanks for being on the journey with us !

[@wmckin11]

(P) Great work Del! Looks amazing. Now we just need some side-by-sides: when you got it to when it's had the full paint job. Got to admit though, loving the black!

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi buddy, therein lies the dilemma! I set out to do a killer paint job, but after months and months of bodywork, sanding and painting, I stand back and it just looks so killer in black! Specially with a wipe over of WD40, which gives it a silky sheen and makes it all look like polished leather, 'ard as nails aye!

[@joseramongonzalez2192]

I have all seen your videos of your project from beginning to end, and I have liked them all. I admire your work, you know how to work with all the techniques and you are a unique artist. Your work is very different and important because you teach people how to do things without the arrogance of those who know and believe themselves better than others. What I like the most is that you have done what you most enjoy doing. You are a great example for many including myself that having the skills of you I have not taken the decision to follow my dreams. Go ahead and do not sell yourself to television, your life is to do what you enjoy and love, money is good but do not change for what you do. My best wishes and I will be with you. I am Spanish but I live in Leeds UK five years ago and I am happy to meet such valuable people. Regards. Jose.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hello Jose, how wonderful to hear from you, and firstly welcome to England, you're a fine ambassador for Spain and a gentleman indeed, thank you so much for your kind words, we're so glad the videos can inspire you and that you enjoy what we do!... Thank you for taking the time to drop us a line, it's very much appreciated, stay in touch, it will be good to hear from you anytime! Have a great week, all the very best, Del & Pennyx

[@bertzx9r894]

Absolutely f*&%ing awesome Del, Looks amazing and sounds like an F1 car. Hope you're proud. Best riding video ever!!!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Bert, that is too kind! This video was just a little taster, I do plan to get out and make some cool ride videos once the bike is all settled down and run in, more of just this sort of thing to come!

[@Akumarb26]

About fucking time m8!!!!!! Good job!😊

[@fader2701]

what an amazing project. thanks to how much you did on this project, my small project on my bikes feel like the "Easy" stuff on yours. Thanks for sharing all the progress and dealing with the idiot questions and comments.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Richard, we're glad you enjoy the channel, and as you know, it's never too much trouble to chat with viewers and try and help if we can... good to hear your projects are going well!

[@allenhuling598]

Brilliant, as expected!! In the bush for a few weeks so away from internet, what a treat to return and see you put her on the road...well done! As always, great filming, Penny! Coming from the Dual Sport world, would love to see you do something from that genre, or a Harley Scrambler. ATB

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Allen, great to hear from you, hope life is good there! Thanks you for all your support and you're right, the channel wouldn't be what it is without Penny's ability to film, she makes me look good lol... thinking caps are on and looking at possible donor bikes, all depends what's available within our budget ! Have a great week mate, all the very best, D&Px

[@BRUISER1]

Congratulations on a great project. Glad to have stuck around to see the completion. 1) Have you considered blacking out the motor. 2) why is there not a padding for the seat?

[@Moonfleet41]

We will re-visit the bike for furthur up-grades, but wanted to get it on the road... as for the seat, it's been ergonomically shaped to my shape, and is surprisingly really comfy, but am thinking of a small thin leather hand tooled seat as a base, but nothing more! Thank you for your kind support mate...

[@geoffcrabtree8683]

Congrats Del and Penny for an awesome journey on the fighter build. The sound of the bike is amazing can't wait for the next project. In Yorkshire we are now ankle deep in salt. Spring will come eventually please. Ride safe and enjoy

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Geoff for all your support... and hard to believe winter is almost here, looking forward to the new year here too, stay safe and warm, appreciate you being on th journey with us!

[@travelswithjim7569]

Nice to see you finishing up on the Fighter build. Not really my cup of tea, but I really appreciate you attention to detail, the MOT pass on the first try proves that and willingness to learn new skills, such as the lathe and fibreglass lamination . I know you have detractors, but as I was told many years ago, "Don't let the bastards wear you down". Now I think it is time for a restoration project. I would suggest a Scott Flying Squirrel. They are just rare enough and ugly enough to make an interesting project.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you for your kind words Jim, for that very reason the next build will be different in every way, not sure quite what yet, as we are still trying to source a donor bike, but we'll get there and be under way again soon! And as for the haters, their behaviour says more about them than it ever will about us! You are the person you project, don;t you agree?

[@brianyoung2203]

Great result Del. Got goosebumps when you started doing the passes with the baffle out. Reminds me of my old Zed 1000 with the Harris pipe with the competition baffle. Ride safe.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks mate, Harris pipes? What a glorious invention!/// I think they were called Works Collection weren't they? A little short silencer about 6" long and the legendary Harris badge on... happy days mate!

[@simonwolton347]

I personally would love to see an adventure build. With more of a focus on what makes a bike more durable on the longer adventures (frame modifications for extra longevity, fuel tank mods for longer range etc). Reason for this is simple: I'm less inclined to buy a newer adventure bike with all the electronics because when they go wrong in the middle of Africa you're screwed. Something basic, but rugged. Obviously might not fit in your garage as you might not be an adventure rider, or appeal to the masses, but just a thought.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Simon, that's a good thought, I like that concept myself, it is on the list as one of the possibles, all depends what donor bike we can find within our budget!

[@Nitroturbohead]

I'm a fan of old school fighters and that is one cool fighter you have built yourself there Del! I'm inspired to maybe sell my '11 Blade and build something..... And that sound!! Wooo

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers Rick, oh it's a long old road, but so worth it, the skills I've learned through this build have been invaluable, and I've enjoyed every moment of it, and when you get to ride a bike you've done so much to, you really feel a connection with it... let us know how you get on, the sense of achievement you just can't buy! All the very best, D&Px

[@davros517]

Good job.........brings back memories of my Kwak, great fun until some little **** stole it

[@Moonfleet41]

Oh no, that's terrible mate, these people have no idea what they do when they take something, hope you got your insurance all sorted and back on the road?!

[@americanotakuinc.9637]

That thing sounds wicked awesome without the baffle in, Del! Kudos on finally getting that thing on the road. I don’t know when I’m gonna get my shop built so I can get back to work on mine, but hopefully sometime next summer.

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers buddy, great to hear from you, good luck with the shop, keep plugging, you'll get there mate!

[@worldsgonebonkers4512]

The moment we’ve all been waiting so long for! Well you haven’t disappointed Del 👍🏻 She looks beautiful (is it a she lol) Now the Mot is all sorted you can get a smaller plate for the back 😊

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, that is very kind of you, took far longer than I projected, it's easy to under estimate how mmuch is involved in making something a little differenct... it was a grear road and we really enjoyed it.. thanks for your support mate!

[@stuartr9972]

After arriving late to the DBG party, it has taken a bit of time to catch up, but I'm glad I have. Great result, job well done. Looking forward to seeing your next project.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Stuart, glad you enjoy, welcome aboard Sir, keep in touch, Del

[@jmichaelsed]

Thoroughly enjoyed every moment over the last 2 years and 9 months! Been looking at fun projects like converting an old Honda CB750 or old sports bike into a cafe racer - would love to see you work on something like that - what do you think?

[@Moonfleet41]

Lots of ideas in the pot right now Jon, it's been a long road and we're busy looking for the right donor bike to create the next project from, all has to work within budget !

[@jonboy-kb1jj]

Well done Del, there at last. Sounds awesome too mate. I’ve enjoyed every single vid right from day 1. Looking forward to the next project 👍🏻

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey Jon, thanks so much for all your support you've given us, we both really appreciate it, catch ya soon? And yeah, donor bike hunting at the moment... wish us luck! D&Px

[@radiolinux45]

Why don't' you build a British Bike Cafe Racer from Hinckley Triumph or from an old Triumph? Well done on the building you street fighter

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi buddy, am trawlilng through the small ads at the moment, really wanted to do something outrageous with a Hinckley Triumph, but try finding anything half decent for less than £3k, and as for a Meriden Triumph, forget it !! All projects start with a donor bike, but it has to be sound if you're gonna put years of work in to it, but thinking caps on, we have a few ideas!

[@donharrington576]

HI 'Del, I vote for the next bike build that you put together an awesome cafe racer style bike. The Fighter Build now finished is an amazing creation good job !

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Don, you're very kind, whatever we do next has to be different, so thinking caps are on for the right kinda bike!

[@shakinsherlock66]

Never realised you were so local, Bradbury rings, Wimborne, the 'fighter looks cool as... I'm a BH based fan of your work.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you buddy, great to hear from you, maybe we'll bump in to you out and about, good to hear from ya, all the best...

[@patsonabike]

I get enthusiastic just watching your enthusiasm. :) Once again, great job, even though that doesn't really cover it does it? 2 years and 9 months of patiently tinkering. It must have made that ride all the more joyful. I think you deserve a rest. If you want a project for your lathe in the meantime, how about a custom metal logo fitted to the tank or the alien bit? Best wishes to you and Penny!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Patricia, we really appreciate your support, and we will take some time to reflect, we do have other smaller garage projects coming up though, but we are also taking time to consider the next project and sourcing the right donor bike... it's been a long road, and great to finally be here... have a great rest of the week and weekend, always good to hear from you! D&Px

[@wendyduncan9544]

DEL HOW ABOUT AN OLD SCHOOL HARDTAIL CHOP oops sorry for the caps del new comp atb m8 iain

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Iain, that is on the list for sure, currently trying to source a donor bike and then it's full steam ahead! What I build next will depend what I can find within the budget!

[@elf19732000]

Excellent work, I have really enjoyed watching all the videos and you have inspired me to know end. I have recently started a lvl 2 motorcycle maintenance and repair course to improve my knowledge. Really looking forward to your next project Thank you Del & Penny for your hard work on and off the camera

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi elf, that's great news, hope you enjoy your course, doing work on your own bike makes you so much more connected to it than just riding it, hope it all goes well for you... thank you for your kind support along our journey, it's what keeps us motivated!

[@vabch82]

It’s worth all the hard work you put into it!! Looks and sounds great!! Stoked to finally see it blasting down the black top! Cheers from across the pond🍻

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you buddy, it's been a long road, happy to be finally blasting up the black top!

[@stevelong6358]

Well done del. MOT with no advierys. looks awsome and sounds awsome. fantastic job del..

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Steve, proud moment and glad to have got this far !

[@Mercedes-AMG_Motorentechnik]

lovely, that busa-modification is awesome and sounds killer. ghostrider is back 😉👍🏻

[@Mercedes-AMG_Motorentechnik]

so many times i watched all busa mod “fighter build” videos. my deepest respect for this passionate, brilliant and hard work - it was worth it. This Busa fighter is priceless. I hope you still have the bike and haven't sold it. best regards and stay healthy...

[@suzuki750stu]

Well done matey, it’s a credit to you, throughly enjoyed watching you build this bike, roll on the next, love to Pen to, regards Stu 🤘🤘

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Stu, we both always appreciate your kind support, hope the family are all well? D&Px

[@AhmadAsou]

what a project, what a bike, congrates mate, looks sounds perfect, in 860 hours you hand crafted a Gem that is priceless

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers Ahmad, that's very kind of you, we're glad you enjoyed the journey with us!

[@Madogen]

Hey Del, I haven't be on the page in a few months, but I followed this build for most of it's life. I love seeing it finally complete, seeing all the little details like the holes in the belly pan and the almost endless discussions and revisions the bike went though to get the build to what it is, an absolute wonder of work. Proud to see it done (and with it's MOT!) Well done sir, so very well done. Of course, well done to the whole team for comments and input, sponsorship and, of course, Penny's endless support!

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Madogen, how wonderful to hear from you again, of course we remember you,,, hope life is well for you!... Thanks so much for the kind words, it was a journey, but so pleased with the end result, and you're right, I couldn't do all this without the support we get, but most importantly, the support of Penny, who does so much behind the scenes to keep things going. Plenty more videos to come, which we'll hope you're enjoy! Have a great weekend mate, all the best, Del

[@veeken777]

Do a 2-stroke from the scrapper Del. Smokey pokey, like on the first girlfriend with some squidgy Afghan 😉

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi buddy, yeah, lots of options, loads of suggestions, we've got a budget and have out thinking caps on, working on it at the mo, depends what's for sale, but we're on it !

[@asasmith6956]

Lovely 'Fighter, looks and sounds the bollox. That should be featured in BSH like your Bandit, it's pukka ! :)

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, I think after a few finishing touches, I may send Nik Sampson a few pictures and see if he'll chuck it reader's rides for us!

[@marksmith8663]

Not wanting to add even more comments to read through . But I had to watch this 3 times after following this long journey. WOW Amazing . Time to enjoy it .

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, I'd no idea it would be so popular, I think we need to do more of these kinda videos maybe?

[@dennisbond7112]

Here in the states we had a TV show titled, That’s Incredible. Your project surly has been. You road that baby hard. Outstanding video an editing also. Your a well respected man 🎶

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much my friend, I'm not seen that show, but it's an honour to be so well regarded, thank you for your support!

[@mikestewart7322]

Del, can’t believe you put petrol in sitting on the bike. 20 years ago when I just passed my test I filled up the mille R like that and pickled my Gentlemans tackle in 4 star. Shit it hurt.

[@Moonfleet41]

Oh my goodness, that's terrible, a lesson learned, hope you're ok now buddy

[@andriesvisser9659]

Wow to see you ride. Its sounds awesome and looks amazing Myne is also finish be safe out there 👍👍👌👌. From South Africa

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey my broer, good to hear from you from the homeland... send us a phot of your bike, we'd love to see it, keep in touch, all the best, Del (email: [e-mail])

[@richard9444]

But I'm just jealous...FUCKING SICK FIGHTER well done

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Richard, that's very kind!

[@raytokens2291]

She looks, sounds and rides like an animal. Congrats on the project it's turned out rather well bruv. You and pp have done a great job pat yourself on the back. Looking forward to seeing the next one. Ride safe peeps

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Ray, appreciate your kind words, it's been a long road, but we're there, we will re-visit the bike to make up-grades and things like that, but at least it's now on the road...! Will be in touch shortly re. email! D&Px

[@shanejohnston8985]

Sounds like an f1 car from the 80’s . Love the build followed it all the way . Looks and sounds amazing 👍🏻

[@Moonfleet41]

Apppreciate that Shane, you're not wrong, there's a certain sound that only a carb can make! Thanks for sticking with us, we appreciate as we said, cheers!

[@jamesweber4938]

Nobody ahead of you in the petrol station buying their weekly groceries then ?I see the engine did not self destruct because of the Evans coolant :) Well done mate.Its been a long enjoyable journey.

[@Moonfleet41]

NO engine has EVER self destructed due to waterless coolant, unless of course someone has clear evidence to the contrary, I've been asking this question since all the fizzy children started crying about it and I'm still waiting for that evidence two years later...

[@markbaines7626]

Congrats and what a great job. Have watched them all and it's been a great motivation for me tinkering in my garage. Looking forward to the next project! Top work👍🏻

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you Mark, it's an honour to have inspired you to get out in the garage and get stuck in! Great way to pass the winter months and it makes you feel more connected with your bike rather than just riding it... enjoy!

[@davejohnson2051]

Fantastic job mate, she looks and sounds amazing..what an amazing job youve done...well in mate

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers Dave, much appreciated mate, thank you for your kind words!

[@amph3]

I really love it to see when someone construct and build parts for their bike by themselfs. It’s such a nice feeling to see the results and it is so much nicer then just to buy after market parts. Built! ...not bought. ✌️😁

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, that's very kind, you're dead right, there is a pride and dignity in making it yourself !

[@john.m.7980]

Looks are aggressive, and sounds like a GP bike, at last, you and Penny should be so proud Del. WELL DONE. 👌

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you John, happy with it at last... loking forward to some time playing out, hope the winter is mild and dry! Appreciate your kind support mate.... D&Px

[@yulaw5110]

Cant believe its done.. how excited were you to ride it finally. It looks great and sounds amazing. Im a huge Kwacker fan and used to own one of these, That noise takes me back. Congrats, I eagerly await the next one :)

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, you're right, it's a great bike to ride and it was a great day to finally get it on the road and ride it... we've got our thinking caps on and searching for the next project at the mo... we will re-visit the Kawasaki, a few up-grades and stuff, but the things I've learned along the way with this build have been invaluable for the next one!

[@jamesmackinlay2500]

Hi del. I had a great big smile on my face as you shook hands with the lad in the mot centre. As he gave you the best piece of paper you worked very hard for. The pass certificate. Well done mate. How about a goldwing in to a trike. Joking. Looking forward to seeing the next video. 😊😊

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you so much James, it was a proud moment, and he's a strict tester too, so a real achievement! For a long time I've wanted to do something with a GL1500, maybe not a trike, but something a lot more minimal, and therefore half the weight! ... but again, it's just finding one I could afford... thanks for all your kind support mate!