Kawasaki Z1 Super Six Engine Covers - How its Made

[@tonyseath2278]

Men in sheds are what makes this country great. Pure genius.

[@tonyseath2278]

@@markmark2080 there's still plenty doing it :0)

[@MartinMcMartin]

No big workshops or mega dollar machines here, just a multi talented Brit and his shed.

[@Dave5843-d9m]

Although Rolls Royce had all the mega equipment (for the time), it was people like Allen who built the Merlins that won the war. The Hucknall site had a Mustang flying with a Merlin in just 6 weeks. They literally hung the engine on chain blocks in front of the air-frame, lined it up and took measurements from there. Allen would have been in his element.

[@buncho888]

Loved that socket trick for the radiused corner. Would never have guessed to do that!

[@spookydog6959]

didn't they do like that at triumph

[@listairgin]

Narrated by the man himself , Allen has a natural ability of how to explain various processes of engineering and fabrication etc. This man has a level of engineering skill that I've never witnessed before. His ability is stunning and the various engines and motorcycles that he has previously made are proof of it. Thanks for sharing this Allen👍.

[@janeblogs324]

You and others mistake design &/ craftsmanship for engineering

[@leehaelters6182]

jane blogs, in all endeavors design, craftsmanship and engineering inform each other in varying degree, usually with one aspect overshadowing the others. Sir Millyard’s work is a harmony of all three, informing and amplifying the whole. He recently received his KBE, in case you were not aware, made Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order Of Brilliant Engineers.

[@leehaelters6182]

jane blogs, rereading, I am wondering if you could elaborate a little. Not baiting you here, honest, just wondering if you are finding Sir Allen lacking in engineering, or is it design and craftsmanship?

[@malcolmbagley7068]

@@janeblogs324 I think you might have forgotten that engineering started with craftsmanship? No idea why either that skill or design skills wouldn't be part of engineering. Worth remembering this is a short video and Allen is only using a fraction of his skills and knowledge.

[@DocumentaryHub]

@@janeblogs324 so this is the only video you have ever seen from him? And have no clue who he ie? That could be your only excuse to make this comment.

[@ambmainman]

Mr Millyard is a mechanical genius!

[@chris77777777ify]

Totally agree, what does this man do for a living ?

[@scottyjones27]

@@chris77777777ify Ny thing he wants to!!! Mr Millyard's brain is hitting all cylinders!!! Plus Oh what a charming human being!!!

[@rarelycomments]

I studied Engineering at university. This is all of the stuff they DON'T teach you! Fantastic resource.

[@timojokela4554]

Allen is a great guy, but what catches my attention is how skilled a metalworker he is! You can't help but admire!

[@tomthompson7400]

Allen your work just looks like it left the factory that way ,,, which is true testimony to the skill involved .

[@oscartravis5740]

The ingenuity and problem-solving, the elegance and simplicity, this was a joy to watch 😊

[@paulthompson8613]

Every time i watch your work i learn something new .thanks

[@tyreynolds4556]

It's amazing you only have 18.7k subscribers. MORE people need to see your fantastic work!

[@markmark2080]

I agree, we need to share this with every gear head we know...

[@kevintucker3354]

41,000 now! Just 3 weeks later.

[@davehoward22]

74 k

[@1crzflyer]

when i watch Allens videos , its like a Professor giving a lecture to a freshman on mechanical engineering and fabrication.

[@roseysnapper]

Allen, you are a genuine genius with an unsurpassed talent for both engineering and telling an engaging story.

[@Cuzzazbuzz]

We Brits are either happy working in our sheds or watching someone else in their shed. Love the videos. Keep it up.

[@chrisomalley50]

What a fantastic level of ingenuity and resourcefulness. And to think that this is all quietly, (relatively), going on in sheds around the country.

[@andyhunter2324]

you wouldn't think that such beauty could come out of anything but a pro shop, but you have just "any man's" garage and shed, awesome Allen.

[@richardknowles5818]

What a pleasure to watch a genius doing even basic engineering. And such a nice guy.

[@MaciusSzwed]

Never in the field of mechanical craftsmanship has so much been achieved, by so few, with so little tools! Thanks for sharing

[@Chris-kh2fm]

Described beautifully. It was like Jackanory for adults.

[@Adam5130A]

I like that.

[@favoriteblueshirt]

Close but more Valerie Singleton with a fairly liquid bottle I thought.

[@Chris-kh2fm]

@@favoriteblueshirt LOL

[@Radioactive_Slime]

“Art Attack” for motorcycle enthusiasts!

[@touchingthecloth]

@@favoriteblueshirt yeah, definitely more Blue Peter!

[@animalian01]

thanks Allen another great video, just goes to show that high tech, all singing,all dancing equipment isn't needed to do these jobs. just simple machine tools and hand tools. brilliant stuff

[@tonyhansom3160]

A work of art, the Picasso of the motor cycle world.

[@maccmike8]

Absolutely brilliant Allen. You need your own TV show, really enjoying the how its made videos, its what the modern wheeler dealers is missing.

[@chriscrookson8524]

You make it look oh so simple Alan, and your calm and uncomplicated narration reinforces that idea. Now if I was to attempt this, the scrap bin would fill up really quickly! Thanks for a great video.

[@Banditmanuk]

Absolutely fascinating to watch, really appreciate you taking the time to show us how it's made.

[@trevormansfield6740]

That radius corner trick with a socket was superb Alan . In fact the whole video was an inspiration. Thanks Alan

[@Pyro-1251]

Allen, this was totally enthralling! You remind me of an old Gunsmith I used to know, He had a way of fabricating things in a tiny workshop that looked like they were factory made. It was always a pleasure to watch when he would let me. Thank you for bringing back some good memories. You are a true craftsman.

[@razor1uk610]

Anvil?

[@gnasha8146]

I'm not a bike person, however, I find you your fastidious approach both inspiring and encouraging. No back round music, no unwanted banter, just pure engineering at its best. Great videos, well presented. Thank you

[@djh1050]

Love to see how you fabricated those crank cases, keep up the videos.

[@1splatts]

allen you are a genius love your workmanship

[@rstmg60]

Captivating, been wanting you to do something like this for a long while. Just the right amount of insight and instruction with the feeling of being there looking over your shoulder while you teach me. Thank you.

[@hoost3056]

Watching this man work with basic tools in a shed put pieces together is amazing. Like I said, he is AMSR for gearheads👍

[@kmc7355]

Thank you for taking the time to make this, good one handed fret sawing and camera work!

[@barrywhitley2535]

Sir, I hope you are passing your knowledge onto the younger generation. To lose amazing craftsmanship like yours would be criminal. Love your videos. I'm sure they inspire many.

[@RoadcraftNottingham]

Must be so satisfying seeing the end result of a major engineering job like the engine. I'm chuffed with myself when I've serviced something as simple as my brakes or especially my first ever rebuild on my Rd250lc last year.

[@paulbutterworthbillericay]

Very satisfying watching someone else make a masterpiece of engineering

[@SimmJimm]

16:30 - The job's not complete until Mr Millyard gives it the seal of approval with a, "I'm well (or really) pleased with that!". Just another great video and explained in a way that makes me want to go and make something!!! Thanks for taking the time and effort to share.

[@notaberger_3216]

Im so impressed that he is recording smoothly while cutting a perfectly straight line on the bandsaw.

[@rdaystrom4540]

Allen, Thank you for the wonderful video tour of that project. I loved seeing your place. As always I'm amazed beyond belief. I can't wait for the next one.

[@truthseeker8483]

Amazing what he achieves in two tiny wooden sheds :-)

[@jumpfortyfour9965]

Dear Allen thank you for this film of your super work on the Kawasaki 6 look forward to more of the same [ stay safe ]

[@jonathanhucker4634]

Awesome could watch for hours!👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@AllenMillyard]

I was worried it was a bit long !

[@griffspeed]

@@AllenMillyard They could NEVER be too long mate! Thanks for making them..

[@jonathanhucker4634]

Never 😊👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@Area51ca]

This is a true craftsman with top level skills. No computers ,plasma cutter, spagetti welder. Some need thousands of $$ of tool and machines to do what this man does with the most basic machine shop tools. You have my highest level of admiration sir.

[@jimallen199]

always a pleasure to watch a craftsman at work would love to see more of the build process. Thanks Allen

[@FlyingScot]

In all the modern manufacturing processes we have today its great to see that a simple logical approach works just as good. Amazing and well narrated.

[@pjclark8624]

Thank you Allen for making the time to film the making of such a beautiful machine. End result is very watchable.

[@astroboy20001]

Simply the best, an absolute joy to watch the master at work

[@Z50Jay]

Thanks Allen, I really appreciate you taking the time to make this video. I hope to see more like it in the future.

[@michaeltaylor8835]

Allan you are a hero and a treasure. Bless you. One day hope to see your bikes in the flesh

[@broncpal4244]

Allen makes it look just so easy......but it ain't. Fantastic to watch. Can't wait to see it running in the bike.

[@AllenMillyard]

Check out my earlier video of my first Super Six running

[@nicksundby]

Cracking video, could watch these all day...

[@PeterGort]

Allen I am in awe of your skills. You make seemingly simple hand fabrication produce beautiful results. Thank you for sharing your work with us!

[@FromtheShires]

Great video Allen, awesome to watch you working and love your filming style, so much like the informational videos from school back in the ‘70s.

[@johnward3490]

As usual... just WOW exceptional craftsmanship

[@keithdennelly9925]

This is just unbelievable stuff, having seen so many of Mr Millyards creations over the past few years, one would just assume that he has people that do, a big workshop with fancy gear in it, but this is all about creativity, knowledge and patience the rest of the stuff most people have in their own sheds! this is inspirational... right, I`m off to convert something into something! (smiley face) Thanks for posting this .

[@gmatty2975]

Great Video Allen! As an engineer and visionary who always finds a solution to the problem.... you Deserve the same respect as the legends like John Britten and Burt Munro.

[@fredfarnackle5455]

Great stuff! I loved the throwaway comment that "...you just file it until it looks about right..." Wonderful. Subscribed!

[@mustangbelly1]

Way too clever for one man, you should have been a twin 😂😂😂😂. I am sat here in total awe watching your videos. I am addicted. Sir you are a genius. Brilliant, and total respect for what you do.

[@slartybartfarst9737]

The quintessential craftsman, watch listen and learn. This is how to get things done. Clearly many years of knowledge. Thank you your content is unique.

[@andywilliams7510]

The way this is explained genuinely gives me hope of trying some of these skills! This man is motorcycle engineering genius and sits up there with John Robinson, Stan Stephens and Leon Moss. Outstanding work!

[@briannicholls187]

Excellent video Allen, I appreciate you showing the procedures used to achieve the the quality parts you manufacture. It’s amazing to see how much effort and skill you put in to achieve the unique motorcycles manufactured in your workshop. Please continue with the extremely informative videos, they are a goldmine of information.

[@brianwells5258]

Love this stuff....,the instructional style is really excellent and makes you feel you are "right there".. Top class in every way.!

[@paul_laws]

I watched every second of this video and read every single comment too. That's when you know you have provided great content. Absolutely more, please.

[@captainover-tighten6729]

Top shelf! The one handed band saw cut!

[@AllenMillyard]

One man band filming !

[@captainover-tighten6729]

Allen Millyard And what a performance said band gives! Thanks for ALL the amazing work, videos and the sharing of your skills. Long live our small garages!!

[@sterling6860]

I have been a truck and plant Mechanic for 40 years,,,and with video,s like this one I still learn new tricks.Good choice of tools looks like a bahco socket set,,and that old lawn mower ,I bought one here in Australia paid only $20 for it, Got it working perfectly ,mowing the lawn one morning some guy in his Ute offered me $1000 for it,,sold it and bought a honda..Bloody thing is boringly reliable.

[@pasha12343]

Didn’t realise Allan had a channel , great engineering education time for us all ! 🙂🙂👍

[@TheGuyclark1958]

millyard,,, a name to be added with DAVINCI , MICHELANGELO, and Einstein. YOU SIR ARE A GENIUS !

[@MrEtnorb]

Absolutely brilliant. Best channel on KZbin.

[@DB1956]

I ride my bike, I take it to my mechanic as I need to. I'd never attempt this kind of stuff, but this is watching an engineer-artist at work and it's wonderful.

[@cramersclassics]

Wonderful trick with the socket radius bend Allen!

[@derekpirie9188]

Old style Craftsmanship and back to basic Engineering. Exceptional, Allen. Have been following you but from other pop ups. May we all come out of this Lockdown and move forward.

[@jiruba3]

This is not an industrial product, it is a work of art

[@Teacher-lj6in]

Whoa!Thanks kind sir for sharing, your hands on approach is the real deal, look forward to your further projects...look forward to viewing an article on THAT z13 which became a 12 cylinder...

[@AllenMillyard]

ive got lots of pics but hardly any video but could put a video together i guess

[@Teacher-lj6in]

@@AllenMillyard Kind sir that would be so appreciated--followed that project of yours in the 90s from here in South Africa...always admired the precision and being a z13 collector can appreciate the effort you put in there...best wishes from locked down South Africa

[@blairguinea1337]

You are the Master King of the Land, ace machinist, you make lockdown worth while Sir, thanks Allen

[@markmark2080]

Just discovered this "guy / channel" and I'm dumbfounded at his abilities and accomplishments, a man whose peers are few and far between, John Britten comes to mind and I can't help think how cool it would have been for them to be neighbors, and of course to have lived across the street from them. Allen, thanks for making and sharing these videos, take care during this C-19 crisis.

[@tylerbennetts8079]

You can follow him on FB and he writes in classic motorcycle mechanics each month, well worth the subscription cost alone.

[@thumpernats]

I'm always impressed with the skills this guy has. Incredible.

[@ericgabriel4190]

I love the quick adjust bench vise! Step drills are absolutely wonderful for thin material. Great video sir!

[@siraff4461]

As usual making it sound so matter of fact. I love this. Even when you say things like "the job" it takes me back because nobody uses that terminology anymore.

[@shuggyboy1]

brilliant.... keep them coming Allen... :-) thanks for taking the time out to film.

[@peterdelaforce2346]

Fantastic video Alan, you are a true British genius mate, love watching the way you work, very inspiring.

[@House0399]

Wow Allen, just wow. Your imagination and creativity are on another level. It’s so refreshing to see you do so much with just ordinary tools. So many videos are using equipment I don’t have the space or budget for. Thanks for sharing your gift with us.

[@nandutzu]

Lovely work on the cover plate. Couldn't wait to see the end result. 👍

[@Mike44460]

As a previous owner of a 900 Kaw back when it was the bike to have, I'm very impressed with your planning and executing of this wonder if engineering.

[@hullygully-3599]

Thanks taking the time to do these practical videos Alan. It makes a great difference to get us all motivated rather than just seeing a shiney bike at the end. Really enjoyed it 👍👍👍

[@lordofbasement]

Please give us more of this "How its made" videos. You are making your videos like your engines - Just perfectly

[@TheMissendenFlyer]

Engrossing stuff as ever Allen - enjoyed that, thanks for posting.....

[@Bikervation]

Fantastic workmanship and I thought I was clever changing a cylinder head gasket. Thanks for sharing.

[@ianjeffery3812]

Thanks Allen keep them coming can't wait for the next episode.

[@SteffanoDucati]

AS a builder myself .. what amazes me ... beyond his skills and engineering abilities ... is being able to turn out these bikes from inside a couple little closets ..... wow... just wow....

[@msr358]

This is great stuff Allen, thanks so much. Would love to see how you managed the heads and cams, as well as the crankcases! Every bit of this looks like a factory bike, just fantastic craftsmanship. Cheers

[@simon2knine]

Thank you for sharing..I would love to see how you cut and joint the crankcases.

[@Hektaburnz420]

Check his videos one is in there cutting the cases. Hack saw

[@kevintucker3354]

He hacksaws them in half. Uses his side hone machine to cut them down to fit each other, then tig welds them together while bolted to the cases!

[@leehaelters6182]

Kevin Tucker, excuse me for nit picking, but I think that you are writing about the barrel blocks, which he joined in alignment with the help of the crankcase. It is the case we are wondering about, yes?

[@PrimoStracciatella]

@@leehaelters6182 Right, I'm also intrigued. Looks like Allen is teasing us with the small jobs, fascinating as they are, but leaves out the big ones!

[@nickhellen6303]

Yeah- me too. Mr Millyard: what is your day job? I have to know.If you’re a Mechanical Engineer, then I can almost understand how you manage to do what you’ve done. Well, I can’t really almost understand : It’s just that the thought of a “gifted amateur “ accomplishing what you’ve done in a backyard shed is utterly utterly astonishing. And amazing. And humiliating. Long may you keep on keeping on.

[@philipspencer1834]

Allen, amazing work. Your skill of hand is astounding.

[@peterparsons3297]

Love the old mill Allen

[@AllenMillyard]

1950's Elliot Universal

[@Baribrotzer]

It's just amazing how Mr. Millyard does all this complex, tight-tolerance work with what amounts to 19th Century equipment and techniques. I have a hunch that there's a lot of manual skill involved, coming from years of practice; that not just anybody could do this even if they did know the right thing to do.

[@MM_in_Havasu]

More excellent fabrication skills shown here, and surely appreciate your sharing these videos with all of us!

[@stephenr6427]

Great video Allen thanks for sharing it with us

[@markblundell9461]

You make everything seem simple. Top notch Allen.

[@dennisfroud5763]

A very professional looking video Allen and a great lesson in sheet metal work, especially the radius. Watch out Henry Cole, Allen Millyard will have his own show soon.

[@mangoMango-ck3et]

One dedicated Craftsman, an amazing man in his back shed,, an inspiration for all..

[@johnpriceuk]

wow how good does that sprocket cover look?! absolutely fascinating video, I love how you explain all the processes and your skill is just second to none.

[@gedodonnell1]

Engineering on another level ......could watch Your vids for hours ....and have done lol. Superb

[@jeffreylarson7353]

I love this guy's work. I have a 1973 Z1 900 punched to 1425cc. 128.64 mph in the quarter. Love these bikes!!!!