Delboy's Garage, Busa Build, Day 6, Swing Arm Removal !

[@1127kat]

Brilliant application of understandable straightforward information.. as always. Well done son, keep em coming 👍🏻

[@lukeschaeffer2551]

Youuuuu are awesome buddy. Exactly what I was looking for!

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad I could help!

[@lukeschaeffer2551]

​@@Moonfleet41 For my 2007 R6, the swingarm calls for a 42mm ring nut socket. I was thinking of getting a 42mm or 1-5/8 socket and cutting it. Do you think it matters much whether the socket I'll be cutting up is a 12-point or 6-point? Secondly, Yamaha's official tool is only a 3-pin socket, even though the ring nut has 6 slots in it. However, Motion Pro's version is a 6-pin socket. Do you think I should do 3 or 6? Torque is 68ft/lb.

[@Volvi373]

Thanks for the 'homage' but some good reasons were given below as to why to have the axle the other way but I have always followed the factory settings. As 'experienced' as I may be with the bus (only coz I own one since they came out in '99) I dont have your tech experience. Never done a swing-arm, rear suspension let alone their bearings and great to see how its done. Im always learning from you and have learned so much to date from you. Not having a bike bench Im never tempted to work on my knees, so some things are out of my reach. Cheers Bro and love to Pen who is always doing a great job behind the camera. You guys really do put so much of your time into it. Kudos.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi buddy, it was only right to say thanks, and i know the venerable Busa has a very loyal, dedicated and passionate family of followers, maybe even more so than Harleys... so its great to be able to learn from a few of you... many rear axles get reversed, on Harleys its usually because the rear exhaust silencer covers it so it means wrestling the silencer off every time you want the wheel out... well yer only gonna do that malarkey once aren't you..lol.... so most people just poke them in from the left...im interested in the suggestion that the chain self tightens if the axle it left side inserted... ill give that a try and see..can't see how that happens with a symmetrical axle and identical spacers...and they have the really handy spring plates to hold the spacers in place while you insert the wheel too aye..! keep in touch buddy, always good to hear from you always.. Del.

[@ozbusa]

Thanks to your work and video, I removed my swingarm yesterday as part of a rebuild and have dropped it off for powder coating. I reckon I watched this about 5 times before I started. Awesome work ..Thanks

[@Moonfleet41]

Glad it helped Otta, it's easier when you see it done aye?... pass on the tips, if you get a chance, that way we all learn from each other!

[@haroldwiser2641]

Wow, that was a lot of work!

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Harold, it sure way, but its great ti get it all out and replace all the bearings....looking forward to getting it all built back up so i can move on to the creative stuff and make the bike look awesome. ..! Take care and have a great weekend my friend all the best.. D&Pxx

[@manoffunk]

Great stuff sir, and also kudos for previous vid on the bearings, a sobering thought and definitely food for thought. Well done and much appreciated

[@Moonfleet41]

Most welcome David.. wait till you see the state of the Swing Arm bearings.. they're easily just as bad.. and the short like bearings too which will be next week.. lots still to do, but glad to be getting all this stuff out of the way..

[@bradleythompson7722]

Need a tool make a tool .Nice quote so true. Hey like the gloves! Always a pleasure take care.

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers buddy, can't claim that one, I stole that phrase from Chandler Dickinson! Cheers and thanks for your support!

[@RC.Time-Crawlers]

Thank you Dear for recording D... hard work.That was a great project to watch during my early Tuesday dinner 😁👍

[@kbpersson4475]

Thank you both for your great effort making these videos for us learners. I mean these guys does a whole days work for a video (at least) and then directly goes to their regular job!!! My god, I have to start exercise so I can summon up at least a fraction of their energy. 😊❤🏍 All the best to you both /Kalle

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Kalle, yes indeed, still fitting in the dayjpb, but im very lucky, have a very understanding and accommodating employer who understands that i need time to make these videos too... its a pleasure to do this when it's so greatly appreciated.. Take care my friend, and keep in touch.. Del.

[@shadowcycles5295]

Just got in from work nice kettle on biscuit tin out.

[@coloradokid1346]

Sorry I haven't been around to give you a big thumbs up. A lot going on with work here. Trying to catch up on your videos. Love your tips. Great job on making that tool on the lathe. Still love that lathe. Best tool ever.

[@Moonfleet41]

Too right buddy, wouldn't be without my lathe now, not the best machine in the world, but does what i need at my level.. Glad to see you back, don't work too hard aye.. summers round the corner..!

[@zzzpip]

Thanks from us Hayabusa riders, love your dedication. over the years iv learned so many tips from your videos. thanks to both of you. you're great team, respect from me. looking forward to the next one.cheers.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks buddy, great to hear from you, and glad you're enjoying the videos.. its taking a little more input to sort these things out, but its worth it by the look of the old bearings..

[@garygarbutt3006]

Awesome video mate. Really like the way you explain things. Liked and subscribed. I'm not mechanically un-minded but but I do think I can learn a thing or two from you. Thanks and keep up the good work!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Gary for your support, it's much appreciated!

[@garygarbutt3006]

@@Moonfleet41 No, thank you mate. Looking forward to seeing more

[@eaglestrikes1]

Great video as usual Del. Thank you

[@colinsharp1314]

Top job del great vid and tips

[@michaelneve3223]

fantastic video - like watching surgery!

[@mikebutler6292]

Learning all the time ,

[@quienmas5746]

My new hero!!!!!

[@tomm7963]

Great vid Del !!!..... might be time for an air ratchet or gun to save the wear and tear on the the wrists and fingers !! Great for getting out the seized stuff !.... onto the next 👍🏻

[@Moonfleet41]

Yeah maybe.. but this way i save on Gym membership...lol!

[@anidiotinaracingcar4874]

5:50: Swing arm removal tool: another option (for someone with less equipment) is grinding a (cheap-ish) socket. Bonus: it works with your wrench :-)

[@quienmas5746]

My 2nd new hero today😂😂👌💪

[@raytokens2291]

Excellent instructional video and with problems too, nice. That bolt sounded painfull lol. Great video bruv. Ride safe both ya"ll 🤘🤘

[@Moonfleet41]

Bolt? What bolt's that buddy, that was Penny's knees lol lol... great to hear from you fellah, keep in touch, the summer's round the corner (he said looking out the window, rain and dark clouds lol)...

[@loddude5706]

'As the sudden onset of Permaclench bit clean through the thongy part of his flameproof Mewoto underwear, Del realised that the crumbly mess around the exhaust break wasn't 'pastryweld' at all, . . . . it was in fact number four piston. Delving (Geddit?) deeper they were most intrigued how the former 'Creamed button mushrooms' can, now masquerading away on top of number four's flailing, yet still be-gudgeoned rod, was actually maintaining compression to within a sparrow's fart of book. They were so impressed, they ate more cake, sat quietly & shed a silent tear for Chewbacca. Flicking away a loose crumb, & hoping it to be caught mid-air by the dog they haven't got, Penny said 'Well, I think you've finally bought a winner, more cake?.' : ) x

[@Moonfleet41]

Lod Dude, you are a legend... I've been looking online all evening for welding rods made by Trill, but can't seem to find any!... But I did find some brake fluid made by Guinness so it seems.... sigh.... onward, ever onward, pip pip ol' chap!

[@loddude5706]

Trill? Remember, nothing sucks seeds like a beakless parrot & if you really want your budgie to bounce with health, buy it rubber feet. Hi Pen, nice voiceover : )

[@christopherdevries1969]

Check the welds on the swingarm for cracks. Very good vid 👍 👍 👍. It's gonna be a great Busa rebuild series for sure. Happy Wednesday, cause Tuesday's almost gone 😂👍.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Christopher, i will do mate.. looking forward to getting to the creative stuff...

[@DylanGSXR]

The threaded rod you have for pressing the bearings in , would a M16 500 mm threaded bar be ok as im trying to guess the dimensions of yours , also where did you get the metal disc's from as they are handy for using with the vise too . I'm getting myself a record no. 5 vise too 😁 . thanks for any help mate . love your videos and I've learnt so much. .

[@robertoramos1652]

have done a big tire on the rear 300 with swing arm 1999 Yamaha road star silverado 1600cc video installations

[@merquisonmototardivo5806]

Friend this bike looks like it was buried rsrsrs ...... I imagine how should be the injection system, body butterflies, candles, air filter, and other components, I'm following and I'm sure this Haya will reborn and stay zero again strong hug.

[@darrenparkinson4576]

As a motorcycle enthusiast,I'm so glad I don't live in the U.K. The weather,and salted roads (?),just destroy bikes. On top of that,they only get a few months of reasonable riding weather. Bugger that!!!!

[@SurreyRider]

That took a while eh Del ;) good thing your replacing all those bushings, judging by the state of those bolts they are going to be well past their best! Good luck mate.

[@Moonfleet41]

Yeah, this old girl has been proper neglected, and it's great to be rescuing her..!

[@davesantathompson2075]

Good video again Brother I think your gonna need a bigger parts draw though lol keep up the good work MH&R

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Dave, hope life is good Brother, Yeah, its getting a bit full, but im working my way through it all already. bearings in this Friday, then the 6 smaller bearings in the short link after that... soon have the boring stuff done and be able to get into the creative bits..! Boots in the breeze Bruv... MH&R

[@1010LouMary]

On my ZX-14, I routinely insert the rear axle from the 'wrong' (right) side because, by doing so, the axle traps the brake caliper holder and right-side spacer, and holds them in position while aligning the wheel and inserting the axle and left-side spacer. If the axle is inserted from the 'correct' (left) side, it's difficult to get the axle inserted without the right-side spacer and the brake caliper holder falling away.

[@Moonfleet41]

Aha.. so there is a reason..! Thanks buddy, thats obvious now you say it.! im lucky with the Busa, the wheel spacers fit into the wheel tight and stay put... but most bikes can be a total pita...!

[@caffreysgsarider8531]

The reason the spindle was reversed is because, if you don’t when you come to adjust the chain you’ll find that the torquing up will always take the chain up tight because of the rotation of the nut, by reversing you don’t get this action and adjusting is more straightforward 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Aha, I knew there would be a logical reason for such a modification... cheers!

[@jimmcgovern7515]

Hi Penny. I missed you!

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Jim, Nice to know ive been missed, it was good to be back!.. Px

[@donsvideos1985]

You did it great! I would have at least one smashed finger and likely some minor bloodshed at the very least!

[@Akumarb26]

Should buy yerself sum ratchet spanners m8. Halfords do a good set

[@Moonfleet41]

Have a set of Facom ones buddy, but as I'm sure you noticed, so many of the fasteners on this tear down were stuck solid, so it was the breaker bar and solid ring spanners, as you well know I'm sure, you shouldn't stress a ratchet, but yeah, in normal use, Facom for the win!

[@Akumarb26]

@@Moonfleet41 aye I noticed lol 🤣

[@DylanGSXR]

The threaded rod you have for pressing the bearings in , would a M16 500 mm threaded bar be ok as im trying to guess the dimensions of yours , also where did you get the metal disc's from as they are handy for using with the vise too . I'm getting myself a record no. 5 vise too 😁 . thanks for any help mate . love your videos and I've learnt so much. .

[@jursell66]

Great vid. I got to do my 1995 exup swing arm bearings. I have just got a new red jack like yours but have to get the adjuster pads made higher as the suspension links sit well low of the frame. On wards and up wards.👍

[@bxbro_d]

I'm going at it. For some reason, I propped the bike up like you did and when the shock slid out from bottom the bikedropped straight down. Luckily, so far nothing looks broke

[@garethburningham9467]

Nice one Del, couldn't pop round to mine could you. Got these shit homemade swingarm bobbins that refuse to come out... 😂 (P.S. I never fitted them)

[@RenchRanch]

This bike soooo reminds me of all the maintenance nightmares I found on the old Speed Four "Ginger". FFS! Always up for the challenge eh? LOL Cheers! Mike

[@Moonfleet41]

Always up for the challenge brother, bring it on..! makes it all the more 'Yours' once its out playin in the sun..

[@andymoore5476]

Del boy box set , seriously who would be bothered with Game Of Thrones 😆. Keep them coming boss☺

[@al-6988]

Salut mon ami Toujours un plaisir de te voir travailler. On apprend beaucoup de choses. Merci

[@Moonfleet41]

Merci beaucoup mon ami, je suis ravi que vous appréciiez les vidéos

[@tattoos1988]

Great video as a rule I always anti seize or copper grease all bolt shafts not the threads lol just wanted to make that point with the threads it shows the vehicle or bike has been well looked after and it makes for easy disassembly and reassembly all the best stay safe

[@abelbabel8484]

Hey, it's me again with the 600er SRAD that's more or less identical. This is the exact job I plan to do next winter, so I guess a heartfelt thank you is in order for you basically walking me through it. This channel is an amazing resource you're creating, thank you a lot for the time and effort that goes into it :)

[@Moonfleet41]

Most welcome Abel, im glad the videos can serve as a resource, that makes me very proud for sure... Good luck with yours mate, and keep in touch.. Del.

[@MrOutOfTheVoid]

Brilliant job on creating the tool, love your ingenuity.

[@michaellizbrown1865]

19.55 "Adapt and Overcome" should be your new Mantra Delboy. Also sounds very like the Borg from Star Trek. Seriously, it is very instructive to see how to get over and around seized bolts, chewed heads etc etc. When faced with a seemingly insurmountable problem I always stop and have a cup of tea! Usually works

[@Moonfleet41]

Ah Tea, cures all problems and makes any situation look so much better.... The "Adapt, Improvise and Overcome" mantra is a time honoured military staple.. picked it up in the Army as a lad, and it kinda sticks.... But i do love the Borg reference though... best scifi characters ever aye...!!

[@TheDhtkjaba]

Found a set of 3/4 drive sockets on amazon lately. it was around 70€. The noise it makes sounds the same as yours. make a search on amazon with : silverline 633663 I used those for the rear wheel of my 2009 Triumph speed triple 15th anniversary. and it worked like a charm. keep rocking! :)

[@Moonfleet41]

Yes Mike.. a great kit there, and what a good price.. you'll never use them enough to wear them out either.. sound investment aye.

[@motoedd2437]

Worked round probs well Del.. Never straight forward.. Great dismantle....

[@adrianvanderzandt4310]

Oi Delboy! So pleased when I get a notification that you've posted a video! I hate to be one of those guys...but I reckon you should put HAYABUSA in your title for every video you post about this bike. You know...give the ol' YT algorithm more reason to funnel views your way.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Adrian, ive tried that a few times over the years with various videos, and it hardly ever makes a huge spike in views, in fact, i fond more consistency from using the numbered series track, as that helps viewers to follow the series in order, and also anyone dropping in for a single video, sees that its numbered, and will often go back to the start and watch the whole series... either way, you're right, the search algorithms can make a big different at times.. Take care and thanks for your support.. Del.

[@adrianvanderzandt4310]

@@Moonfleet41Fair enough. Keep em coming! I am loving this build!! I've learned so much from you over the years. I have a K1 Gixxer, so this is particularly exciting for me.

[@Moonfleet41]

@@adrianvanderzandt4310 K1 Gixxer.?.. ha ha, Class..!

[@adrianvanderzandt4310]

@@Moonfleet41Indeed! Class of it's own! :)

[@cyberjack]

that bolt squeaks more than Dracula's coffin lid lol .. Defiantly get some copper slip on that :-) ... quite a lot of work to get the swing arm out .. probably why nobody bothered in past

[@Moonfleet41]

Too right buddy, every thread bone dry, and yet still people nag at me, arguing you should never grease threads as they should be torqued up dry, well this is the result... go figure aye!

[@andydawson2070]

Another great video, just wondering why you don't squirt every fastener and bolt with WD40 before and during disassembly especially when you can feel and hear they are dry?

[@Moonfleet41]

The little ones are really important cos they so love to snap, but the big heavyweight bolts that hold the short link together I find unless you've got a spare two days and can keep topping up the WD, then it makes no difference anyway... just reach for the breaker bar and crack 'em off!

[@braverabbit]

I like the way this guy teaches and thinks. Some folks have a gift for teaching, he has it for sure.... best motorcycle mechanic/teacher on KZbin

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you kindly TJ !

[@oliverabdulov6437]

Have had one of these for a while now, they're absolute beasts, will follow the project, sounds interesting! Also a little tip, the torque arm for the rear brake is attached to the swingarm with a bolt and nut rather than threaded directly into the swingarm, socket on one side and spanner on the other and it should crack free. Just went to check it on my baby to make sure. Hope it helps/comes lose!

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Oliver.. as you maybe saw, i got the nut off the torque arm, and the bolt stayed put,..got it to turn maybe an 1/8th.. but it was flexing and jammed.. so if it isn't threaded in there then its mighty rusted in place.... but it has a drowning of WD40 over it, so ill have another crack later once it's had time to soak... Thanks for your kind support, and really appreciate you watching... Cheers, Del.

[@MrKuerbiskopf96]

regarding the old chain and other scrapped metal parts. You should get in contact with @spicy110, he makes keychains of it or clocks out of brake discs and stuff

[@Moonfleet41]

Did you catch my video series making a helmet stand out of front brake disc, a pair of sprockets, motorcycle chain, and a Balti dish?! Am collecting these parts for future projects buddy...!

[@fasdiablo]

Great tip for a parts washer . . . now just have to re home the cat !!

[@Johny40Se7en]

That tool for the swing arm you made is so simple and cool and I've got a vice and grinder so I could actually make that too. Why did you slide that black bar into the part you were making then wack it with a hammer? that coolant bottle is bloody massive, friggin hell it's almost like one from a small car. The state of that brake fluid was awful. Really glad you showed everything with the "dog bones" and suspension bit, never knew how those go together but bloody hell that's squeaky, it's probably been on there since it left the Japan =P I missed Day 5's quote, that's really lovely and so positive. I try and live by that, especially the second bit about forgiving but never forgetting. Shouldn't hold grudges, no matter how small or big they are, they eat at the soul. And that bit about regret reminded me of the intro to a cool Orbital song - kzbin.info/www/bejne/nXfNfIOCmJqkepI Thanks Del, nice one. take care.

[@Moonfleet41]

Hey Johny, Thanks for your kind words as always buddy... the black bar was just to support the tube so i can hold it tight in the vice without crushing it... and yeah, it has a huge expansion bottle.. but i have a cunning plan to get rid of it... stick with it, you'll see.. .it is proper ugly aye.. The quotes aren't all mine, i maybe change them a bit to suit my feeling.. but maybe they can give us all a little motivation to be better people aye... Take care buddy, and enjoy the weekend.. D&Px

[@Johny40Se7en]

@@Moonfleet41 Oh ok, is it possible to change it to an oil cooler like the old Bandit's got? that's more Rat Rod-ish ; )

[@stephendeller7531]

Hi del can you tell how you bleed linked brakes

[@DylanGSXR]

The threaded rod you have for pressing the bearings in , would a M16 500 mm threaded bar be ok as im trying to guess the dimensions of yours , also where did you get the metal disc's from as they are handy for using with the vise too . I'm getting myself a record no. 5 vise too 😁 . thanks for any help mate . love your videos and I've learnt so much. .

[@Moonfleet41]

If you mean metric 16mm when you say 'M16' then that's a bit thick, but I guess it will go through most bearings, mine is M10, and the discs I made myself from some 6mm plate, just cut them to size!

[@DylanGSXR]

@@Moonfleet41 fantastic ,yes I ment matric M16 , I'll go for the M10 like you as I've not purchased it yet just needed to check . Thanks again for your help 👍 ..

[@fulsten7284]

I do the same, always replace bearings. But the swing arm is always stressful ! On my Bandit 400 I had to beat the axle so much to get it out ! Even if it spins, the tube inside between the bearings was rusty and started to fuse with the axle... I did it on my ZZR 1100 but no chance on this one, I had to cut the swing arm to get it out ! Penetrant fluid, heat, I tried everything lol. It's sad, but when you see rusty bearings like in your wheel at the end you know it had to be done... Good luck with the Busa, I wonder how it will look in a cafe look with the coolant tank on these bikes !

[@Moonfleet41]

Thats a sad outcome buddy, i never like to give up and cut things, but sometimes, i guess that is all you can do.. Im going to eliminate the expansion tank all together, just like i did on the ZX7-R streetfighter bike... no need for it if you use waterless coolant.!

[@fulsten7284]

@@Moonfleet41 Yeah sad but by beating the axle on the side of the bike I was afraid that it would bend the aluminum frame and make some play with the swing arm after reassembly... And for 30€ (thanks to the popularity), I didn't want to risk it ! And I tried to separate the tube from the axle on the bench, impossible. I don't know how but it was so rusty and fused ^^ I missed this part on the ZX7-R, i'll pay attention on the Busa :)

[@richardplantagenet8090]

Looking for a pair of aftermarket mirrors that can be folded back without unscrewing; click stop detents sort of thing. Need to get my bike through a narrowish doorway so bar end mirrors won't do it. Just need to lose those 2 last inches. Any suggestions gracefully received.

[@Moonfleet41]

Is that on a Hayabusa then?.. they fold back already if it is..?!

[@richardplantagenet8090]

@@Moonfleet41 God, no. On an sv650; but I realised that I can swivel the mirror heads up which accomplishes the same thing.

[@robertcrompton7244]

Hi del could you advise me im putting the alternator casing back on and says in my Haynes to apply a suitable sealant to the rubber wiring grommet could you advise me what type of sealant I should use regards Aussie Bob

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Bob, I know where you mean, and I've seen people use all manner of things, inc. bathroom sealant! Personally I use the black heat proof silicone that you can buy from auto stores, if it's good enough for exhausts, so it won't melt, or burn, if you thoroughly dry and de-grease the surfaces, it will stick and make a great seal... usually comes in a small toothpaste sized tube, hope that helps, good luck with it mate!

[@robertcrompton7244]

Hi del thanks for getting back to me, and thanks for the info, keep up the good work mate its greatly appreciated regards Bob

[@ollieb9875]

Hoooo I just bought a second hand push bike.. it's in the shop until Friday having work done ☹️ £200 plus now £160 at the bike shop for new everything. Bearings, brake pads, linkages for the derailures.. urghff.

[@ollieb9875]

New chain, new sprockets. The list goes on. I almost choked when the guy came up with the price. Oh well. I suppose it's worth doing right once, then I can look after it in the future.. 😶

[@Moonfleet41]

Exactly that mate, a clean slate and you can take it from there! Enjoy....

[@ollieb9875]

@@Moonfleet41 Cheers man. It's Cannondale so far as I'm aware it's a pretty good make. Guy in the shop said I got a fair enough deal. I did try to haggle the price down a bit but honestly it's not worth it, just get it done right, once, then I can see to it after that, like you say.

[@brianhill1580]

how do I go about getting hold of one of your delboy garage patches and hats please

[@Moonfleet41]

Hi Brian, we do Patches and stickers ourselves buddy, so drop Penny a line on [e-mail] and she'll sort that out for you... and for caps and other merch we use a company now, they do a great job and send the items out direct... here's a link.. stores.clothes2order.com/delboysgarage/

[@ethanmacheras5967]

Quite a process but not super hard to do!

[@david555montez9]

A promosing future awaits us with that project my friend!!! Best wishes Regards ✌️🤓

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks you David, always good to hear from you sir..

[@david555montez9]

@@Moonfleet41 thanks my friend!!! 🤓👍

[@CortinasAndClassics]

I must have gotten lucky with my ZZR it's regular bolts holding in the swing arm. I found working on it good fun and quite enjoyable. Very good video BTW 👍

[@ericnewton5841]

Talk to much doing the video

[@eltonharris4502]

Wow Mr.Delboy you are like the greatest instructor Bruh! I mean I've learned so much about servicing and keeping my bikes up to par by watching your videos on KZbin! Thanks for your hard work and service Bruh 👍🏽

[@dinkster_view8432]

Back to the rear axle Suzuki’s in the US have the castle nut on the left hand side with a cotter pin and every other country the nut is on the right hand side, with the wheel spinning the right hand side way it can never come loose. That being said I live in the US and have always switched mine to the right hand side, just makes more sense 😂 🤙🏼

[@mufinman1987]

Thought you were going back to the old music (stringy and the blokes and stuff like that) once the harley project was over?

[@shaneelson]

Another problem solved. Like you said, think ahead. Just like taking an unfamiliar corner. 👍👍

[@SouldOutMotorcycles]

very articulate, as always, a well put together, pro quality video.

[@Moonfleet41]

Blimey, thank you my friend, that's very kind of you, it's great to have the appreciation of my fellow bike builders... perhaps catch up again in Swanage soon?

[@SouldOutMotorcycles]

@@Moonfleet41 You are welcome Del, my communication skills are not so good, you always come across as being very professional. We were at Studland on Monday and will probably be in Swanage again soon, we will no doubt bump into each other at some point.

[@JDnBeastlet]

Nice work, team DBG. Another great video with lots of useful information. Great with a coffee and a sunny morning.

[@garrymuir1442]

Lol "Appears to be poop".

[@daved4094]

Great Job Del.

[@MattSaysSmile]

👍

[@rsbharley4766]

Nice video Penny and Del, lots of great info to help keep people on the straight and narrow for years to come. Cheers

[@gerrypowell2748]

Enjoyed that✌️

[@RoyZ84]

Wow! That's a lot of work just to get the swing arm off. Awesome vid Del and Penny!

[@jonyr1TT]

excellent content as always bro.

[@Moonfleet41]

Cheers fella, much appreciated.

[@theoriginalmylo331]

Well impressed with your mechanical and fabrication skills , well done 👍

[@electron0002]

Put all your nuts and bolts watchers in apple cider vinger will come out like new again

[@stevelong6358]

Nice one del.

[@tttrevin]

Awesome video. I'm all excited when I see a new video pop up. YAY ME!!!!

[@aghaazhar9048]

Good work 👍

[@jayomul]

I love the way you always find a way :-)

[@Moonfleet41]

All things can be got round... just a matter of working it out aye !

[@mrjohnsonville1990]

This may be a silly idea, but I've always thought a clear tail section would look wicked on a cafe bike, like use the front wind screen (flipped backwards to give the perfect downslope) to hide all of the turn signals and brake lights in a nice clean look, and fab up the frame around it to give it a clean look.

[@Moonfleet41]

Cool idea!

[@djstumpy31]

Hi del, still love how you make your tools 😍. I got hit off my bike 2 weeks ago. No broken bones or permanent damage, just a fat leg lol. Off work last 2 weeks so if been viewing you videos "alot" my trike (MAVIS) WILL be rat look. But need to get on with the rest of build. Keep up your greatness. 💪😎

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks Gary... and mate, im so sorry to hear about your accident, sounds like you got away with the worst of it.. Good luck with your project, I'd love to see some pictures when you're done, all the best, Del

[@BIG-K]

The disassembly was great to watch, Del: top notch problem-solving, as ever, and Penny's camerawork is really very good indeed. It's going to be one properly sorted Busa Rat at this rate. Thanks for the video 👍

[@Moonfleet41]

Thank you most kindly Sir.. its a lot of fun, even this boring stuff, can't wait to get into the creative stuff..

[@bluehazeboy]

Top job, looking forward to seeing the 6 pot callipers being rebuilt,

[@Chasrut75]

Well done delboy. I want a hyabusa but not yet. Still a bit to much power. Traded in the Bandit for a 98 Vfr800. Lovely V4 engine sound.

[@Moonfleet41]

Ride safe on your enw bike buddy and I admire your sense of self control... far too many young bucks out there wanting the fastest bikes on the planet so they can win the bar stool racing grand prix... always good to have something to look forward to and the VFR800 is, arguably, one of the best all round motorcycles of all time, and more than capable of taking you on a track day or round the world touring, or just to work and back every day, they are truly the motorcycle equivalent of a Labrador...

[@bobgwinn5091]

wow

[@splodge5714]

'Valuable rust' not heard that one before. How did it pass the MOT with those chain links and that brake fluid? Looked unsafe. Thanks for all the hard work.

[@Moonfleet41]

Indeed mate, as I've said to a response below, I am quietly a little disappointed, as I know the bike shop, they are local to me, and have had a good reputation for 25yrs, I'll be chatting with the owner about this for sure, as he is neither the MOT tester, or the mechanic, so I'll be bringing this chain to his attention, you can be rest assured, he deserves the right to take his own action. any business can suffer at the hands of rogue staff...

[@jamiehughes1660]

Putting to axel in the other way makes chain adjustment easier

[@cr-ew8od]

Love it. I'm calling this series beginner plus.

[@garya3056]

What a fantastic video, Del. Love your innovation! Btw, I had to watch the 1st 5 minutes without sound because I was somewhere where quiet was necessary. The CC notes at the bottom were hysterical! When you said “welcome back to the Hayabusa build” it read “welcome back to the high Visa bill”. I nearly lost it! Have a great week, both of you! 🏍👍🏍

[@Moonfleet41]

Ha ha.. i think that aint too fat from the truth actually, the bill for the parts is pretty eye watering... but as you can see, totally necessary.. Keep safe buddy, and have a great week.. D&Px

[@garya3056]

Moonfleet41 yessir!

[@TechnMoto]

Great job at making that tool

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks brother, following the green, totally riveted and can't wait to see it all back together and out in the sunshine!

[@TechnMoto]

@@Moonfleet41 thanks brother

[@tinks43]

(P) Great job both of you! Will be glad of a little lubrication & fresh everything by the end 😀

[@Moonfleet41]

Too right buddy, dig some of those groovy dried out threads and creaky bolts and no, that wasn't Penny's knees lol

[@ThumperXT]

Good job Dell, you always make it look easy ish!

[@johnsumser9743]

Always a pleasure to hear Penny in the background.

[@Moonfleet41]

Thanks John, have been very at work myself, but always good to help out when I can... life has just got a bit busy for me! PPx

[@bubbles1863]

Great vid del as always thank you