End Of Season Routine Service On A Classic Motorcycle

[@TheMightyGarage]

Thank you for a really enjoyable video. It was terrific to watch. Loved it. And the bike is beautiful.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Glad you enjoyed it Mike! Thanks for your nice comments :)

[@SLED649]

Dave Mitchell is an amazing teacher! So many pearls of wisdom here!

[@eusred83]

I fully agree with your comments towards the end of the video Dave. Working on your own machines gives you a connection and an understanding of the workings of all parts of the bike. It also makes your time riding the motorcycle more enjoyable and satisfying.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Right on Derek, so true!

[@mozdickson]

Agreed. 1967 Daytona T100R owner.

[@martinlanigan9202]

These old bikes going to cost lot money to keep them going always some problem unless u can repair problem yourself

[@derekcollins1972]

@@martinlanigan9202 Not much more expensive than others really.If your chasing the same problems,then your doing something wrong.

[@kelp4262]

@@mozdickson same! beautiful bike

[@chewyfknrocks]

Brilliant tip on that kick starter fastener. You are a wealth of knowledge. My ‘70 Thunderbolt and I thank you.

[@eheller75]

Great video! It was nice having the full walk-through, touching on all the common service touchpoints. Owner of a 1957 Triumph Tiger T110 here in NJ. Thank you for making this video. Eric

[@jacobmiller5834]

Wish I could work beside a chap like this for a year or two.

[@scottspence5126]

Thank you David for your excellent service video. I recently had my 1974 T140V Bonneville professionally restored. Even though your video addresses an older Triumph, the details are still spot on and useful when it comes to details related to end of season service. Thank you again! Scott.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Hey Scott, thanks for watching! Glad you enjoyed the video, thanks also for your feedback :)

[@who-gives-a-toss_Bear]

Love work. Can sit and watch it all day long.

[@ritchie2406]

Really enjoyed and learned from the video, thanks Dave. You covered the service perfectly. I am a novice to old British bikes and have recently bought my first one a Triton with a T110 triumph engine after owning and riding Japanese bikes for over 40 years which are quite different. Great video, great mechanic, love the passion which is inspirational, cheers mate 👍

[@duke9005]

So refreshing to find a knowledgable. informative and entertaining series of videos

[@jakobrebeki]

Dear Sir, I own and run a 1972 T120R 650cc OIF 4 speed Bonnievillie. Thanks for the posting, I found a lot of that useful to my bike. Thanks....

[@cmhighway6215]

Thanks for the education. Very informative. From the USA. Im a new Triumph owner, and so proud I've made the change over. I use to own Harleys, but should have made the change over years ago. I'm know looking for my second Triumph to restore. Trident.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Right on Cm Highway! Thanks for watching our videos!

[@bobatwell7505]

Throughly enjoyed the video , obviously you love working on old bikes That Trumpet is a beauty !!

[@AnalogueInTheUK]

Awesome. Mid 1970s, the local repair shop had a regular line up outside, including a few of these beauties. The step and pavement were dressed in sawdust every evening, before closing. As a teenager, I lusted over many of them, but was swiftly reminded by my parents that 'British Bikes Leak Oil'. With decent tools and some genuine care, this wasn't necessarily true, as demonstrated here. Great work, pal.

[@derekcollins1972]

It usually boils down to bad maintenance.Im glad that people still believe that.It keeps those old beautiful bikes prices down.

[@paulorrell153]

Really enjoyed the video, much better watch than the tripe on telly. I would love to own and tinker with the TR6, a beauty.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Nice one Paul, thanks for the nice comments!

[@malcellison8831]

Yet another great video. Thanks. I don’t own a classic, but I love watching you work on the bikes I lusted after when I was a lad 😁👍

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Thank you Malc, great you’re enjoying the videos :)

[@carlosgooglemaps94]

Great knowledge, experience and passion, excellent video!!

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Thank you Carlos. Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@paulhogan2389]

It's true.. you develop a new confidence between man, machine and the road. The maintenance service troubleshooting diagnostic and repair well that's half the fun. Look at it this way sometimes you can sit and watch the sun set and sometimes you can ride into the sunset. I just wish I could afford a bike like that to grab my concern great job thanks a lot good information I've subscribed and I look forward to more of your videos thank you sir and God bless.

[@mattthomson1689]

Love your two-bike shop, perfect size. Gale-force winds gusting here, horizontal snow blocking traffic signals, the morning newsprint left rotting in the front yard. So, magic happens with videos like yours, on kick-back days like these. Watching you opening up the Triumph magneto cover and mentioning the carbon pick-up contact, shunted my overhead cells a bit! My 700 Enfield would (it is another storage project needing a re-restoration) all too often not start somewhere along any given roadway. Inexplicably not start. Then, after the usual verbiage, it would fire up as if nothing, absolutely nothing, was amiss (ha-ha). I always suspected the magneto but never made the connection (ha-ha) of a pickup issue! And, had zero experience with mag repairs. So, I shall now look deeper, as this mag seems to have carbon wipers embedded into a shaft and somewhere inside, carbon brushes may be hiding, sticky or worn. YES, the re-resurrection schedule just advanced by several months! Would appreciate any information from you, followers/subscribers, mechanics, DIY folks, or whomevers, regarding mag diagnosis, maintenance, service procedures, diagrams, pics, or more! Hmm, wonder if my Trials bike could leap over a McQueen fence somewhere.

[@jfarinacci0329]

Absolutely wonderful video. Good content. Clear camera work. Thank you.

[@drjohn5801]

Nice, easy to follow, methodic and thorough coverage of servicing. I definitely picked up a few tips and I have had older brit bikes for many years. Many thanks for taking the time and effort to create this video for us all.

[@checkyourhead76]

Love these videos! Invaluable tips and tricks gleaned over many years. I even find it therapeutic to watch with a coffee or beer! I’m recommissioning an old Triumph so perfect timing for me. Thanks a lot Dave 🙂✌️

[@jakubjezik]

You really made me want to go to the garage and treat my bikes now the same way you just did in this video. They haven't seen me for a while. Thanks for the inspiration. Great passion you show here. That's how I like it. Great job.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

That is exactly what we want to do with these videos Jakub, thanks for letting us know that!

[@jakubjezik]

You know what? I commented on this video 3 years ago and this particular Triumph with this color scheme has been on my mind ever since. 2 weeks ago one of the examples landed in my garage. And all this is thanks to Dave and you. I just wanted to say thank you.

[@TheMadGesticulator]

Great video, i could watch these all day. Thank you.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Comment of the day Brian!!!

[@garryoconnor2654]

Excellent video. I'm going to have to go down this track with my 2 bikes. 1970 T120R and T100 C. Been sitting for 3 yrs. I'm in Christchurch NZ

[@fotofootage7481]

A very enjoyable video that has helped me make my mind up about the purchase of another classic triumph, I already had a 5TA unit construction but have been pondering over a 1959 tr6 pre unit and have been slightly nervous about maintaining it.. after watching your very well made video I don’t think there is much to worry about.. I will make that purchase. Thanks for an enjoyable video.

[@skymningforelsket1302]

The vibration shook my dynamo off the bike on Interstate 84 in Connecticut. 1955 T100. True story. My 1963 T100, it shook one of the valve cover caps off the bike. LOL. Also rattles off a few gas tank holding nuts, till I started wiring them on. I see you know the 3 and 5 valve clearance trick. I run them loose, too. Air cooled , it'll protect the cams if it runs a bit too hot. I've done a lot of work on these bikes. You impress me.

[@robertadams4415]

I love learning about working on these old bikes 😁

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

They fascinating eh!

[@rongurr9941]

Good video, nice to watch & easy pace to follow

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Thanks for you feedback Ron and cheers for watching our videos :)

[@xtremluck6260]

Another great video Dave. Thanks for the insight on how to prep our bikes. I learn a little bit more after each of your video's.

[@adaptableadventurerider]

Awesome! Looking forward to watching this fully when I get home one thing I've learnt in life you never stop learning :)

[@mattiaspettersson3611]

Love your videos! Lots of good informatio. This is truly one of the best channels on youtube! Thank you so much.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Hey Mattias, thanks again, much appreciated!

[@glaicogobbo4046]

I learned a lot about the maintenance of classical English only in this very information-rich video. I had Ariel Twin 500 model KOH when I was very young and had no experience with motorcycle maintenance mechanics. I felt sorry to have left it for another brand whose block was large with only 100 cc more in the cylinder with a lower rate of 6.5 instead of 7.5 for Ariel, but looking more powerful. Pure illusion. They came a lot to Brazil because they had a lower price (heads and cylinders of cast iron with a single carburetor) They had less income than the most famous English ones. However, they banned imports in 1957. These models were very stable and went well for the year 1952 when it was built. I was only able to buy it with the earnings of my first job in 1970 and immediately have the magnet rewound. I thank you for the excellent video and the wonderful and exciting turns of some videos. GREETINGS!

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Hey Glaico, thanks for your interesting comments and for watching the videos. Some very interesting details there :)

[@glaicogobbo4046]

@@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel I hope that someday, taking time, the competent technician in all types of motorcycles and particularly in the case of classic ones, will be able to submit their considerations regarding the engine (origin BSA / Ariel from Engineer Valentine Page), model KOH and KAH with modifications by Ariel, referring to the plain bearing on the time side, which produces a lot of heating. A.G. Engineering in England kzbin.infovideos makes the classic modifications with plain bearings on the control side, inserting a spherical bearing and changing the lubrication channels making engines Twins into speed Twins as was initially done at the factory by Edward Turner in the Thunderbird model for the first time. Thank you for your attention. I will always be watching your videos very pleasant and instructive. UP UNTIL!

[@stuartwhite5658]

Great bike & enjoyable watch. I've had many bikes over the years, mostly British, which have been home maintained but have learnt a bit from this video & look forward to tinkering with the A65 this weekend.

[@Chris-bv4yh]

Great video Dave. You're the man.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Nice one Chris, thanks for watching!

[@mrchuka]

A very informative, well shot and edited video! Well done all of you!

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Thank you!!!

[@pauljo9441]

Really enjoy your videos. I in joy bring back old hondas mostly you have many useful tips. Cheers

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Glad you like them Pa Jo!

[@SteveBlancoMusicianWarrior]

This is such a nice video. Classy and lofty, just like that TR6 Trophy. Thank you.

[@martinforrester8249]

Thanks for a great video, thoroughly enjoyed it. Lovely bike, I also admired the Norton behind.

[@glenhardy4770]

Thumbs-Up #769 Wednesday evening 24 February 2021! I own a 2001 Sportster 883 bought pre-owned in mid-2019 but still find this Triumph beautiful. My father, of British ancestors, owned mostly British bikes during my childhood. Your video is fantastic.

[@staceynico]

Good tip with the punch and cotter pin makes sense. Just about to do these jobs on my Starfire 👍

[@SteveDentonClassics]

Great video, so well detailed. It was a pleasure to lend my Tiger T90 to be part of this 👍🏻

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Thanks for the footage Steve!

[@SteveDentonClassics]

You're welcome 👍

[@moto_resykld8781]

Excellent.Watched it right through. Don't even have a triumph!

[@ralfrainfurth6034]

You are Wright. Learning by doing. Knowing his own bike. Thanks for Video, I learned a lot. Till the next time 👍

[@chrisbowman4487]

Thanks for a good video I spend winter months going through my bikes

[@johnnyboy1586]

Thank Dave , enjoyed that!

[@meandmyvelo]

A very enjoyable and informative video. It brought back memories of working on my mates 1964 T100SS back in the day. I’ve only just bought my first classic bike. I’m looking forward to some thorough maintenance over the winter months so I have the confidence to take it for some longer trips next year.

[@guillermobasp]

Fantastico video de nuestro amigo Dave. Gracias.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Thank you Buillermo!

[@HazmatSuitUp]

I would love to apprentice under this bloke, he's incredibly knowledgeable, but calm and explains things well, rather than chastise and haze you for 12 months because it's funny.

[@mjh5437]

Agree....A lot of experienced bikers are really snotty and rude to new ones,it must put a lot of potential new bikers right off buying one.

[@ignacemarchoul9270]

Thank you for this amazing work and explanation , I'm planning to buy a Norton Commando , like the one in your video , an 850 , and start learning to maintain it 👍💞

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Thank you for your kind words Ignace and thanks for watching our videos :)

[@janzienkiewicz5295]

Absolutely fantastic video. So informative. Thanks so much for this 👌

[@tonypiggot4877]

Useful video to watch! I’ll shall be doing this to my Triton with a T110 pre unit, thanks 🙏

[@mjh5437]

What does pre-unit mean?

[@keithstewart1979]

Beautiful bike and a wonderful video.

[@nelsong4719]

Love those Trophys. I had a new 1968 500 with beautiful dual upswept pipes and I think was the first year of the Concentric Amal. Price new was 1100 CDN Dollars. Excellent presentation.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Thank you Nelson, they're lovely bikes eh!

[@janetmuskett3210]

Great stuff, mate. Top advice given in a manner that's easy to understand.

[@BilgemasterBill]

I may not own a Triumph, but I still picked up a few great tips. Carry on!

[@haydnjones2232]

This channel appeared via the KZbin algorithm. It seems to know more about me than the lady I live with! Fantastic channel. Really informative, interesting, well edited and straight forward without some of the razzmatazz seen on others which detract from the content. I purge my KZbin subscriptions on a regular basis. This one will be around for a while if the content remains at this standard. Thank you.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Thank you for your nice comments Haydn, so true about the KZbin algorithm!

[@chriswillis6941]

A very informative video. It would be a pleasure to work on a bike like this.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Hey Chris, thanks for your comments and for watching!

[@Kevin-cy9cv]

Thanks, another really enjoyable video, and another great bike

[@akhilaskokakhil2088]

Thank u very much sir.... Extremely good video.... I enjoyed watching this video.... Love from INDIA.. Good bike and nice presentation.. Nice guy... Expecting a video about old Royal Enfield... Thanks again...

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Glad you liked it Akhilaskok, thanks for watching, yes the Royal Enfield is on our radar :)

[@akhilaskokakhil2088]

@@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel thanks... Please do old RE interceptor or RE bullet lengthy videos like this.... I like your videos and a subscriber too.... Please

[@GixxerZilla]

Awesome video, really enjoyed it. Thank you

[@roberthall1437]

Hi there.This was a very interesting video. Dave certainly knows his business.

[@steveburden1801]

Great video. Appreciate how much effort it takes

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Thanks Steve for your comment and also for watching :)

[@441rider]

On later units you can attach a regulated orifice cool oil output off the oil light sensor at timing case. At least with Victors.

[@kougerat5388]

Video finished, Kettle on again for the next one. very enjoyable video thanks for that

[@S.K.166]

I loved this thanks for such a great video!! Just need to buy my Triumph 650 now 😁

[@johnwaller4033]

Great video thanks for your insight the fellers I talk to all have old British bikes I sometimes get lost when there on about them so this as been great thanks again

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Nice one John, thanks for watching!

[@obieoberstar]

Thanks for the videos. I am new to the British bikes. Realizing that they are not that different than the older HD's my friends have. No way near the quality of the Japanese bikes. But they have a charm to them.

[@mtkoslowski]

Dave the Rave, King of the Ring!

[@michaelfirth1075]

Great videos Dave, keep them coming.

[@danmcneil7181]

Very good informative video. Thanks. Cheers👍🇨🇦

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Thanks for watching and your comments Dan!

[@fcfcfc121]

Great video. Very enjoyable.

[@mangoMango-ck3et]

Great video,,for the procrastinator Trident T150 owner,, thanks for the inspiration..to get up and reinvigorate... oneself again.. cheers.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Thanks for your nice comments, then the video has done it's job if it's getting you out there :)

[@gregbrassington2120]

Great video ,well explained 👍

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Thank you Greg! Glad you enjoyed it :)

[@slartybartfarst9737]

Brilliant small service info. I will pass on a war time preservation tip that i have used in past 45 years of biking and now in the era of 20% ethanol fuel is even more applicable they are so aggressive if left in a bike unused. If your wintering a bike drain the fuel from the tank, pour in a gallon of paraffin and run the bike until the carbs are full and the bike conks (or in the case of my 350 Morini it just carries on running).The paraffin will protect all the fuel system and rubber parts from perishing and the inside of the tank from rusting as paraffin is hydroscopic and evaporates up to coat the inside of the tank at the top . Next summer drain out and top up with fuel (makes no difference if some of the paraffin is still mixed with the fuel so no need to drain out to the last drop). This is how they mothballed military equipment including spitfires. Works on fuel injection bikes too.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Nice one Graham, thanks for your comments, I assume you found us via the 350 Moto Morini video we did with our friend John a while back?

[@slartybartfarst9737]

@@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel I did yes although I tend to rebuild CB750 K0 Honda and Suzuki Stinger 125, Just done a Kawasaki 500 H1B and crowning glory Hercules W2000 Rotary Wankle what a bike mad as a hatter. I like anything a bit different so running Zero SRF electric too. Did not get on with British bikes (had a few) but BSA Y13 v twin now that is a class machine that I would break out the Whitworth spanners for if you know of any let me know, Im an engineer so no problem knocking up the odd crankshaft!

[@mjh5437]

Interesting tip,is there any particular Paraffin you use ? How long does it take to run through the system?

[@bluehazeboy]

Thoroughly enjoyed it,I usually do my servicing at the start of the year, ending off draining my carbs(a lesson learned after having the carbs off my former 1200 bandit twice in a year),I’ll be trying this out at the end of this year, keep up the high quality videos 👍

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Thanks for your nice comments there Pat!

[@robinjohnston1287]

Great, thanks for an inspiring video!

[@philmuskett265]

Great video, mate. Great explanations for everything you did. I'm sure it would be a big help for 'home mechanics'.

[@mattsta1964]

You need to check the the points gap on both sides of the Lucas cam ring and split the difference. Same with the ignition timing. You'll never get it identical on both cylinders with the all the manufacturing tolerances of that era. Time it perfectly on one cylinder and it'll be a little bit out on the second cylinder, so again, you have to compromise and time both and split the difference. It's a ball ache to do. And these bikes need to be used and sadly nowadays, most of them are idle for months of the year. They need to be ridden regularly. I restored mine in 2012 and it's a regular ride. A snapped throttle cable has been the the only showstopper and the Lucas dynamo is shite. Apart from that, I am surprised how reliable they are if they are maintained correctly and ridden frequently.

[@TheElderlyBiker]

A very well presented video and informative - thanks.

[@simonshannon1]

excellent video , very well explained by Dave thank you

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Glad you liked it, thanks again Simon :)

[@glaicogobbo4046]

Dear Motorcycle Engineer: just to let you know, I have a friend from Rio de Janeiro, João Vicente Cruz, lawyer, businessman, now 80 years old, who in 1956 traveled more than 6,000 km (3727 miles) from Rio de Janeiro to the state of Bahia in the extreme north of Brazil, when there was still no asphalt or tracks in Brazil except from Rio to São Paulo. With his Norton Dominator 500cc year 1954 taking a companion along dirt roads just before summer and then back with rain and mud, mile by mile. In the end, the chain started to slide on the rear wheel crown due to wear with dust, sand and clay. He wrote a book and published it, called "Motorcyclists Invincible", with a very pleasant narrative, unfortunately only in Portuguese. Due to the machine not having filtration, only the horn on the Amal carburetor, with the extreme dust on the way and the great heat, finished burning a valve head just before arriving in Recife, capital of Bahia. They went with just one cylinder to Recife, forcing the Dominator's high-quality engine. Then he started using dressing bandage for the carburetor mouth and no longer attached the valve with the main jet needle. Luckily there was a competent rectifier mechanic with a small parts trade. He opened the head of Norton, replaced the guide and seated the seat for a Studbaker car valve of North American origin, since in 1957 Brazil had closed the import of any automotive parts to start the development of the national automotive industry and to build Brasilia in the central highlands of the country, removing the Federal District of Guanabara in Rio de Janeiro after some 10 years. Forgive me if I elaborated on the comment, but it was to narrate the firepower of Norton, very well made, motor with roller bearing on the shaft side for the pinion and ball bearing on the time side. He had bought the motorcycle with advance reservation from two sportsmen who raced on the Gávea circuit in Rio. See how much punishment, this Norton engine and its gearbox had to endure. At that time in Rio he is sipping his Royal Label just before going to bed. He was thrilled when he received from the people of the new and ill-fated modern Norton a mug, hat and T-shirt with the name Noton Dominator. But shortly afterwards we learned about the scam that went to motorcyclists and the old English workers who used their pension savings in the hands of an unscrupulous man. Let's see what happens with Norton Hindu?

[@LobzBKK]

what a great informative video. You got yourself a new subscriber . PS I like the black Norton...

[@derekgee4223]

Great video thank you

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Thank you Derek!

[@bloodknottrevelian3396]

Valve clearances are a quarter of a turn out for the exhaust adjuster screw and a just audible clack from the inlet when pulling and pushing the rocker arm or a one eighth of a turn out. No need to faff around with feeler gauges.

[@jd6549]

Can you do a service on that Commando, as things like the swinging arm movement may be the isolastics moving and not wear in the bushes🇬🇧👍

[@geneahart5607]

There's nothing like being on a British bike when they are well maintained.

[@oscarcardenas8869]

Muy buen video 👍 tengo una t 110 / 56 felicidades 👏👍 me sirvió de mucha ayuda gracias

[@mg-lz3kk]

Awesome work!

[@checkyourhead76]

Great video thanks for all the info and tips!

[@栗城磐]

Thank you for release this video. I got 3se and t90. those are stile moving,it's not so good,but it's not so bad. I am Japanese but I love Triumph bike. I don't know way. Maybe it's has a kind of soul.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

You're so right! Hello Japan, there's a big classic bike following over there :) Thanks for you comments :)

[@ianwelch484]

Really great video. Looking forward to seeing your next video. I own a royal Enfield. Ride safe. 😜.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Right on Ian, cheers for watching the videos!

[@jimwilson946]

Hi David, When you say Kerosene for washing parts is that what oldies like me called Paraffin? I'm sure you have been asked before but I just need confirmation before I go out to get some. Love the videos and fine them very useful as I'm restoring my Triumph Sprint ST. I know it's a bit new for you but for me it is the most beautiful Triumph ever built. Best regards Jim

[@TrophyTR5]

Hi Dave, love your vids , I have a 1956 Triumph Trophy TR5. I currently have the head and barrel off to renew all the gaskets and seals so watched your TR6 vid with great interest. I was wondering if you would kindly give me the torque load figure for the head bolts. I would be eternally gratefull as I only have a Haynes manual which does not give the torque figure. Thanking you in anticipation and please keep the videos coming . Take care Barry.

[@danielgaskell5490]

Great job! Thanks!

[@stefantrzoska]

Very informative video I really liked it

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Glad you liked it Stefan, thanks for checking in!

[@billturner2633]

Brilliant video, very helpful 👌👌

[@madeinyorkshire52]

Videos brings back many memories and who knows I might even buy myself a classic bike! I’m just guessing that all that terribly noisy background sound is a compressor you’ve got running in the background?

[@bilbottles1339]

Thanks, this is a great video

[@jameslynch5716]

ANOTHER GOOD ONE.

[@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel]

Cheers James!