In Allen's case the ing doesnt signify intelligence non guaranteed. Allen has loads of accumulated knowledge, I thank him for sharing.
@billhastings1006 Жыл бұрын
Well said!!!
@fidelcatsro6948 Жыл бұрын
Nikola Tesla of Motorcycle engineering
@markthompson9914 Жыл бұрын
The engine whisperer 👍
@mattyb7736 Жыл бұрын
I like all these engine comments while he's working on an electric motor
@Markycarandbikestuff Жыл бұрын
That's a great tip for holding the brushes back, i'd never have thought of that.
@johnjones4825 Жыл бұрын
Agreed. I, of course, prefer to remove them completely, No chance, then, of accidentally chipping a brush as the field magnets launch the armature into the motor body....ask me how I know this can happen.
@tomtheplummer7322 Жыл бұрын
It works great when the brushes are installed on the commutator. It takes a different trick if they are installed on the end cap.
@jshelledy1 Жыл бұрын
What a "tech tip."
@simes205 Жыл бұрын
Same here
@howardosborne8647 Жыл бұрын
@@tomtheplummer7322 Not one performed by Tommy Cooper,I guess.🪄🎩
@davidelliott5843 Жыл бұрын
I’m amazed at the lack of rust on this bike. Our damp climate and salty roads give everything a very hard time.
@postiemania Жыл бұрын
I study the work of Mr Millyard with objective purpose. He is probably the best motorcycle engineer alive. Keep up the good work Alan.🏍️
@edwardcarr2725Ай бұрын
This will go down in the archives as one of the brilliant and lovely narated service videos that inspires confidence in having a go at jobs yourself when you approach it properly. What a wonderful bloke.
@nickhellen6303 Жыл бұрын
Lovely! The tip on how to hold the brushes back was pure gold. Thanks.
@yeahyeahyeahyeahwhatever Жыл бұрын
5:54 I was waiting in anticipation of whether those two washers were going to be put back in the correct order as they were placed on the cover in the upsidedown position when being disassembled... New Year's resolution: Win the Lottery and pay this gentleman a large sum of money to blueprint my car engine. He is meticulous and a genius.
@bikerjock2654 Жыл бұрын
Haha, I noticed that too, and knew that I’d probably get the reassembly wrong, if I did that. 😊
@ducatobeing Жыл бұрын
I enjoyed that enormously! The quiet, competent voiceover, the easy skill (hard won), was a real treat. I am looking forward to the next instalment.
@AllenMillyard Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@geoffreyjones2000 Жыл бұрын
I rebuilt my first engine in 1972, I never dreamed that I could watch others build on tv. I need to dream more, sir
@jackfrombg4498 Жыл бұрын
As a student i've had absolutely no interest in physics, chemistry and mechanics, but after getting my first tuner car and first bike, i became obsessed with the science and for a guy like me who has to start learning from scratch, videos like this are pure blessing. Many thanks.
@sly2392 Жыл бұрын
NASA really needs to hire allen. with him in charge we would be at mars already. 🚴
@zawzawaung67892 ай бұрын
That's the clearest and most concise demonstration of how to properly service a starter. I now have confidence to pull out and service the starters on my BMWs. Perfect.
@stephenrice4554 Жыл бұрын
Never had a pan European had so much care and attention lavished upon it
@Marillionado Жыл бұрын
I admit I wasnt too excited about a starter fix video, but shame on me. Mr. Millard proved me wrong. Thank you so much for yet another great informative and soothing content.
@paulhall170 Жыл бұрын
I always had to clean the commutator by hand; having the lathe is a huge advantage! Can't wait for those brown bearing shells to arrive!
@cpuuk Жыл бұрын
Who strips the starter "just to be sure"... Mr M of course! Amazing.
@datsunruss Жыл бұрын
It's panning out to be a great series Allen.
@timmylumsden8060 Жыл бұрын
Love the word play!!
@carleddison7479 Жыл бұрын
Haha, see what you did there.
@georgobergfell Жыл бұрын
No pan intended 🙂
@ekspatriat Жыл бұрын
As long as it doesn't get a panning from the critics!
@Markycarandbikestuff Жыл бұрын
Tune in next week when it's Pancakes instead of Cupcakes.
@davefrench3608 Жыл бұрын
The trick with the wire to hold brushes back is a good one. I’ll use it n my CX starter motor.
@francoispretorius7208 Жыл бұрын
For someone who does this for a living, this was really satisfying to watch! Thank you Allen.
@loddude5706 Жыл бұрын
Did this for a friend's Harley, frightening amount of torque when re-built, he was delighted - 'til it ate the sprag-clutch! : )
@fidelcatsro6948 Жыл бұрын
lol
@wdhewson Жыл бұрын
That wire clip tip, to hold the 4 brushes, will save my shop and the world from a lot of swearing !!
@AllenMillyard Жыл бұрын
glad you like it
@rdaystrom4540 Жыл бұрын
I picked up several good tips from this video. How to lock the brushes back and how to properly service a commutator. Great video Allen.
@G58 Жыл бұрын
I thought I was the only one who did that commutator trick, perhaps because my mates laughed at me when I told them. That was 1978. Of course they didn’t have a Dad who rebuilt military vehicles in the No. 1 Service Workshop in Alexandria before Montgomery’s big push up to Tunis. Thank you for reminding me Allen. Peace 🏴
@andrewaird8901 Жыл бұрын
Always a privilege to watch the master at work. Thanks for showing us!
@1998TDM Жыл бұрын
Watching you work like this reminds of when I was kid, helping my dad in the garage by knocking over jars of brake fluid and tripping over axle stands in between asking really dumb questions. He taught me to work exactly the same way, methodical, clean and lube on everything. Thank you.
@slider3215 Жыл бұрын
Allen is the best engineer on you tube.
@yourealwaysright6770 Жыл бұрын
The trick with holding the brushes back for reinstalling is absolute gold!
@AllenMillyard Жыл бұрын
thank you I hope it helps you out one day
@mrsockyman Жыл бұрын
Nicely done Allen! I must remember that wire trick for the brushes in the future. I bet there's a huge amount of hours that go into videos like these but it still comes across as methodical and properly paced
@syncrosimon Жыл бұрын
Bonus episode, keep them coming sir👍👍
@steveh100 Жыл бұрын
This is a good upgrade to my starter motor knowledge - which was basically hit it with a hammer if it didn't start then buy a new one. Thanks Allen
@mrsilbo6499 Жыл бұрын
That was brilliant, Allen. A nice drop of electrickery 1.1 for dullards like me. I never knew ST1100 starter motors were so interesting!! 👍🏻
@575ban Жыл бұрын
One of the things I like about you Allen is I've never seen you use a power tool instead of a hand tool. Very good videos, and as somebody has already said, very therapeutic and satisfying to watch 👍
@alistairfinlay3088 Жыл бұрын
The air cooled alternator is the one that gives most problems through corrosion of the stator, many an engine and or bike have been scrapped due to this. There is no protection from road grime and water, so it would be prudent to inspect it and make up a rear mudguard extension to help protect it.
@AllenMillyard Жыл бұрын
The alternator looks really clean but I’ll have a look
@twt3716 Жыл бұрын
The Oxford dictionary needs an edit. I suggest something like this. Perfect - The most accurate state possible. There is no better. Millyard Perfect - As above. Except better.
@simes205 Жыл бұрын
Great trick there for retaining the brushes, I’d never thought of that.
@goldilocks913 Жыл бұрын
If that was me then that would be my whole winter project!! Wonderful to watch as always 👍
@GrahamHazlehurst Жыл бұрын
Another great video,looking forward to more on this ST 1100.
@peteramberley9952 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Allen even simple tips and explanations go a long way
@mineblock9024 Жыл бұрын
Two vids in a matter of days - you're spoiling us, Mr Millyard!!
@philtaylor5053 Жыл бұрын
& the Christmas presents keep coming, thanks Allen. 👍 The only weak item on my old ST was the rotten exhaust, these bikes are fantastic (I upgraded to a BMW GS). 😬
@malcolmbrown7683 Жыл бұрын
Downgraded!
@doitonmyown Жыл бұрын
I'm inspired to check the starter on my Honda😄
@julianp2868 Жыл бұрын
You install confidence even where people fear to tread, Magic.
@daniels.2720 Жыл бұрын
Unfortunately I'm laid up with injury recovery for a couple of months >> Allen Millyard YT back catalog to the rescue !! Happy N.Y. too !!
@Elvis20101 Жыл бұрын
For a mechanical bloke you do a good job filming, thank you.
@motomaggs7164 Жыл бұрын
Allen should have merch, perhaps selling T-shirts emblazoned with ‘So I’m really pleased with that’….
@WiekingderViking Жыл бұрын
Yes. Electrical systems are where skill, knowledge, CARE, and L O V E are realllly needed for all components.
@paulgreen6357 Жыл бұрын
Your attention to detail is amazing love to tip to hold back the brushes
@grenvillephillips6998 Жыл бұрын
I liked the trick with the wire to keep the brushes clear!
@pitchwife7573 Жыл бұрын
getting my first motorbike next week, a DRZ400 from 2005! You're an inspiration Allen! always exiting to see a new video from you, keep them coming :):)
@kevinchamberlain7928 Жыл бұрын
Great bikes those! Be safe and get muddy!
@Highgate357 Жыл бұрын
I’ve had one of those great bike easy to work on, Enjoy !!!!
@fidelcatsro6948 Жыл бұрын
Ride safe Ride Bright! 🐱👍🏿
@Jimo368 Жыл бұрын
I can also vouch that those are great bikes.
@pitchwife7573 Жыл бұрын
thanks everyone! truth be told i'm somewhat anxious about it. i live in Spain in an area with a lot of farmers tracks and hills/mountains to explore just south of the Pyrenees. i've never ridden a motorbike in my life but have always wanted one since i was a kid. after a lot of research it seemed like the DRZ400 was well loved, and your comments only serve to reinforce that idea, so they're much appreciated. i have visions of myself doing that thing you see people do all the time in videos, twisting the throttle and sending the bike flipping away and me onto my arse :)
@randompete2204 Жыл бұрын
I'm liking the little wildlife clips too.
@danielneilson867 Жыл бұрын
How you have only 220k subscribers is beyond me. Absolute legend!
@AllenMillyard Жыл бұрын
A lot of people watch but decide not to subscribe perhaps they think there is a catch or fee but it’s absolutely free
@AllenMillyard Жыл бұрын
I’ve got 35M views on my videos would be amazing if 10% subscribed 🤔
@user-wi8xx5rw8h Жыл бұрын
Greetings to you, my friend. I am very impressed with the presenter that you present, and I also hope that the number of videos will be more than that week👍👍🌸🌸🌸
@rickwheeler6811 Жыл бұрын
I like the little wires securing the brushes. If worked on loads of starters and always struggled reassembling
@tinks43 Жыл бұрын
She’ll feel loads better after you giving her all that tlc 👍🏻
@SteeeveO Жыл бұрын
The plumage of those 2 starlings was just perfect.
@Gorbyrev Жыл бұрын
Every time I watch one of these wonderful video's I find myself thinking "this is not Allen's first rodeo". An endless almanac of useful tips and skills (and baking recipes!). Many thanks.
@MegaDirtyberty Жыл бұрын
Proper job Allen, you will be riding it again in no time.
@Chr.U.Cas1622 Жыл бұрын
Dear Allen Millyard. 👍👌👏 Your videos are very instructive and meditative/meditational simultaneously. You, Sir, are a multi talented, ingenious, decent and calm gentleman. Thanks a lot for making teaching explaining recording editing uploading and sharing. Best regards luck and health in particular.
@bikerjock2654 Жыл бұрын
An Allen Millyard video I could connect with! Although I enjoy his videos, I’m constantly in awe of what he does - it’s all way beyond my skills. But I started my career repairing adding machines, electromechanical accounting machines and early (1960/70s) computers. So stripping and cleaning electric motors, and replacing carbon brushes, was all part of the job. A nice trip down memory lane 😊
@charliepower9192 Жыл бұрын
Like tails from the river bank, but with spanners 👍👍💙
@terrytopliss9506 Жыл бұрын
You are such a knowledgable Engineer Allen,thanks for the latest video.👍👍
@ukurtlele1494 Жыл бұрын
This is starting to be a fun project. By the time it winds up we'll all know we've had a brush with greatness.
@mrsmith4662 Жыл бұрын
Now that is a component I have never taken apart, but I know how to do it now. (That was one well stocked bird table.)
@wokeybrokey8006 Жыл бұрын
Mesmerised by the rebuild of a starter motor. You just gave me a mental massage...thankyou!
@ekspatriat Жыл бұрын
If you do a rebuild, (I replaced the plate and the brush set) one thing to note is the bearing at the drive end is not listed in the service manual. It does not have a part number and that means you have to measure ID/OD and depth and source it elsewhere. Not sure why Honda allowed a rebuild without listing a cheap and easy part.
@celtics9348 Жыл бұрын
Intresting, Honda ST's are great touring bikes ridden one but never owned one. Another great video thanks for sharing your vast knowledge with us.
@candymintz Жыл бұрын
Super job, now the starter will last another 20 years.
@misteryman5109 Жыл бұрын
I'm really pleased as well. I believe it's safe to say that we all are really pleased... ☺️
@alanlake5220 Жыл бұрын
Good tip on how to keep the brushes out of the way, thanks .
@ernsailor9041 Жыл бұрын
Qualified and 40 years working as a mechanic I have loads of issues, ha well actually none your work is top notch.
@justgjt Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the great tip about how to hold back the armature brush tensioners... Great stuff Allen Co'eee from Australian
@johntucek5368 Жыл бұрын
Nice tip for the armature brushes. Thanks Allen!
@earl6969 Жыл бұрын
That was the most soothing bench tech of a starter motor I've ever witnessed. I do miss the occasional visit from the dapper yapper Mr. Cole. ☕🫖 Cheers
@AllenMillyard Жыл бұрын
ill get Henry in a future video
@maxsmart5466 Жыл бұрын
A long time ago a friend taught me how to oil sinterbronze bearings; Fill the cavity with oil, put your finger on the top and press down so the oil squeezes into all the crevices, repeat until satisfied with the result. He did starter motors and alternators for a living. That was a great tip as is your video, never too old or wise enough to learn, thanks Alan!
@GarryMcGovern Жыл бұрын
Perfect timing, as the starter on my old Yam XTZ750 is beginning to act up and I was about to take it out to give it a look...... now after watching this, I know what I'll be looking at!! 😉
@SuperLaplander Жыл бұрын
Now I have seen the inside of an startermotor, thank you sir!
@user-rq1ob4ij9v Жыл бұрын
Happy New Year Allan It is a great pleasure to follow you and learn 🏍
@chrv2956 Жыл бұрын
Some people never have start problems. Because they care for the details, alle the details. Thanks for one more video inspirering me and others. Gratings to Tracy.
@tinkeringinthailand8147 Жыл бұрын
Nice one Allen. I'm doing a total restore of a 1982 Yamaha RXS 115, I know it is only a small 2 stroke project but I just love it. I posted part one last week. Thanks.
@AllenMillyard Жыл бұрын
Brilliant
@threeferrets422 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Allen, very informative.👍
@renzovc Жыл бұрын
ALways a pleasure watching this men do work ! outstanding ! cheers from new york !!!!
@paulwelham9667 Жыл бұрын
The man is just an absolute legend. Thanks alan 👍
@vicamaral Жыл бұрын
Just perfect, and the birds agree free lunch
@p.m3735 Жыл бұрын
Every video is like watching master class. Absolutely perfect. 🙂🏍🏍🏍
@scottcates Жыл бұрын
I was also wonderingf about those brushes. Nice work, that.
@liver.flush.maestro Жыл бұрын
Nice trick with the metal wires to keep the brushes from popping out, funny I rebuilt a starter motor for a 1987 BMW K100RS recently, it was very similar, but with only 1 sets of 2 brushes.
@tonibarcelonaspain1764 Жыл бұрын
Love to Watch your finesse and precision . Love the trips to the kitchen😊. Thanks. Best regards from Barcelona
@need100k Жыл бұрын
I have a 1987 Kawasaki ZL1000 with only about 15k miles on it. Watching these videos makes me want to tear the entire bike down and make it like new again. I have the skills to disassemble everything, knowing all the tricks to putting it back together is another story. Having the time to do it would help also.
@flexjay87 Жыл бұрын
Locking the brushes out of the way is a great tip. Well done.
@jrnmller1551 Жыл бұрын
Brilliant, just perfect teaser, dont stop Alllan, Happy New Year!
@gunnarpoe929 Жыл бұрын
Best channel ever. Love Traci, the birds, the hedgehogs and you. I’ve got a 2006 k1200gt that,although German, is very Japanese in construction and in some ways reminds me of the ST. Thank you for your contribution.
@helltanner3722 Жыл бұрын
I fixed fractional series motors for years... I wish my instructors showed me that trick for holding back the brushes... We had to remove them and refit...that was worth the sub... But i have been subbed for years... That motor is going to be better than new.
@AllenMillyard Жыл бұрын
Thank you
@YKB6.9 Жыл бұрын
Finished me tea. And i find your film.. Just perfect. Cheers Allen........... 🏁🏍️💨💨💨💨
@briantheminer Жыл бұрын
You just make it look so easy, a true engineer. With me it would have taken 5 hours, 1 of which would be finding bits I’d put down,another figuring out why it wouldn’t spin etc 😂
@johnDukemaster Жыл бұрын
These films are perfect! I'm very pleased with them. Thank you mr Millyard!
@retromechanicalengineer Жыл бұрын
Nicely done Allen. A word of caution when buffing plated bolts and parts, they may contain Cadmium. We have to dress up like a spaceman in the Aero industry to deal with that stuff now. Nasty stuff. Best wishes, Dean.
@AllenMillyard Жыл бұрын
your right I usually wear a face mask or do it outside in the garden
@retromechanicalengineer Жыл бұрын
@@AllenMillyard good idea. I'm enjoying this series. Dean.
@ianseddon9347 Жыл бұрын
As always a joy to watch, instructional, meditative & charming. There are greedy starlings everywhere - they love those suet pellets! Thank you Allen
@scottcates Жыл бұрын
A ball point pen also works well between the commutator strips. The hardened ball flattens the burrs nicely.
@mohawkdriver4155 Жыл бұрын
Always enjoy your videos, Allen. Thanks.
@deancoley7987 Жыл бұрын
Attention to detail is brilliant, always a learning curve to watch, steady and surely putting the jigsaw back together. Great work as usual