Just love what you're (TEC Bike Parts) are offering for the Brit Retro Bikes, plus your DIY videos too, please keep up the good work for us 'Retro Bikers'!
I have a legacy edition, When I was installing the TEC Bike Parts tail tidy, I noticed the poor quality of the stock rear wiring harness, the tail light wires are colour coded with green and yellow insulation tape and two of the wires came out of their connector housing in my hand. The wires wouldn't push back into their housing, so I cut the wires and replaced the connectors with some that I happened to have. The Tail Tidy looks great when installed, an improvement would be for it to have sides to cover up the wiring.
Excellent job, huge improvement over the original setup. I don't have a BSA, but if I ever do, I'll be ordering one of these! Anyone happen to know what size that number plate is?
I always have to check for chain tightness by rotating it 360 degrees for tight spots. At least on the old beezers it’s good to check for tire straightness making sure I hadn’t cocked it after tightening the big nut.
Why didn't the factory do that with the number plate......theres looked hideous.....your new one looks great George....but I would have prefered a more vertical plate....like the 60s....modded my 2020 T100 Bonnie in that way....plate more vertical. George there is no minimum size for a UK number plate....its just the letter size and spacing and boarders that must conform. You could take loads off the sides of that plate. Needs an 11mm boarder I think it is as well of course as the correct size digits.....also well as a makers name and postcode an its the plates BS number or spec. Only place I know that seems to know the number plate laws for bikes is JDM Plates....got mine off them....even supply a card to explain to a copper who may not be well up on the subject why the plate is 100% legal....diplomatically of course.. Can only be done with a 6 digit plate or less like to one your using....no go on a 7 digit plate....hence me buying a reg number with 5 digits off the DVLA. I got the 5 digit plate direct from the DVLA...not that expensive....I now have a plate starting H3 along with 3 letter's....love it....looks so much neater on a bike rather then the 44ton truck sized one. Keep up the good work George.
Nice to bump into you on my old BMW F650 in Rothbury, a few days ago; the BSA looking splendid all bedecked with the stand spindles, tail tidy and exhaust.
We do have some new parts coming soon for the RE 350 models, and some Hunter only parts at the end of the year. Also some new parts for 650 Super Meteor . Parts development still continues on BSA and Triumph models too. If somebody told me 10 Years ago, I would be so busy developing parts for new Triumph, BSA and Royal Enfield bikes I would have thought them crazy !
Excellent work, but surely saving weight could also be achieved (cheapest way to get a more agile bike) and simply provide a new ally shorter, pre-drilled back mudguard? Anyway, let's be honest, these bikes won't hold their value, so drilling a couple of holes won't get you any more resale value!
Brilliant as always , love watching your video's of all your bikes. I have a himalayan, still very happy with the new camshaft bought of you some time back now. Thanks Chris
I just can't see how 3mm 304 is going to be strong enough. I realize the options are limited, but I really think swingarm welding is the difficult but reliable solution. Too many situations that will bend those whilst on the stand.
I use 3 mm thick SS brackets for big block chevy motor lifting brackets. the motor and box are way heavier than the BSA and they don't bend. Edge on it is very strong been using for almost 7 months now with no issues on the bike
@@TECBikeParts The application you mention is inline tensile loading where this is an offset bending load. Can a person sit on the bike? How much can they weigh? I ask because you may never do that but someone always comes along and thinks it is ok to do and does it before you can stop them. I would also like to be able to sit on it in some situations to check fit changes I have made to the bike. I'm glad it works for you though, I just don't think it does for me.
Hi, Yes I know a few people waiting on these, they are on my list to do. We have been making these for 12 years now and production jigs are at end of life. As tooling needed remaking I was hoping to do some improvements and updates to the system. Only problem is finding the time as we have a very full production and development schedule.
That tail tidy certainly improves the look of the bike. You could have made it with a bit more shape in it, rather than just a flat plate, BUT, that would have made it much more complex to manufacture, making it more expensive. A good inexpensive improvement on the looks. Has any more paint peeled off the tank yet?.
I thought the same Neil.....bit of a curve in the top section leading back to the seat....saying that the new TEC one still looks Sooooo much better that the crap one fitted by BSA....what were they thinking.
I actually don't know anyone who's actually bought/got one…70/140...??..not a lot of UTube 'owner reviews'... I've posted before...one-trick pony for a limited market which will be dead/dumped three years from now...compared to RE…🤔...don't waste your time...publish your sales figures six months from now (riding season is coming to a close)compared to your RE stuff. But I wish you the best....regards
The more makes of bikes available the better for the consumer. If RE was only maker do you think they would be so good or continually improving. They certainly would not be so cheap. Same applies to BSA , they have to keep ahead of the game or they will get left behind.
How come you don't have the tec rear shock absorbers fitted during this video? And would having them fitted change anything in this video. Keep up the good work 😊
Just love what you're (TEC Bike Parts) are offering for the Brit Retro Bikes, plus your DIY videos too, please keep up the good work for us 'Retro Bikers'!
LOVING your parts! Keep up the awesome work.
I have a legacy edition, When I was installing the TEC Bike Parts tail tidy, I noticed the poor quality of the stock rear wiring harness, the tail light wires are colour coded with green and yellow insulation tape and two of the wires came out of their connector housing in my hand. The wires wouldn't push back into their housing, so I cut the wires and replaced the connectors with some that I happened to have. The Tail Tidy looks great when installed, an improvement would be for it to have sides to cover up the wiring.
Well though out solution by Tec parts not a new bsa fan. But nice and tidy
Great video, very clear instruction. Will be ordering both.
Excellent job, huge improvement over the original setup. I don't have a BSA, but if I ever do, I'll be ordering one of these!
Anyone happen to know what size that number plate is?
Nice job, looks neat
Like other have said some shape to the top of the tidy and a more vertical position would make it look less diy.
It’s great that you are doing these things, a true nod to the bsa heritage.
Big improvement.
Impressive parts that can make a huge difference to the "look" and practicality.
I always have to check for chain tightness by rotating it 360 degrees for tight spots. At least on the old beezers it’s good to check for tire straightness making sure I hadn’t cocked it after tightening the big nut.
Massive Improvement 💪
Why didn't the factory do that with the number plate......theres looked hideous.....your new one looks great George....but I would have prefered a more vertical plate....like the 60s....modded my 2020 T100 Bonnie in that way....plate more vertical.
George there is no minimum size for a UK number plate....its just the letter size and spacing and boarders that must conform.
You could take loads off the sides of that plate.
Needs an 11mm boarder I think it is as well of course as the correct size digits.....also well as a makers name and postcode an its the plates BS number or spec.
Only place I know that seems to know the number plate laws for bikes is JDM Plates....got mine off them....even supply a card to explain to a copper who may not be well up on the subject why the plate is 100% legal....diplomatically of course..
Can only be done with a 6 digit plate or less like to one your using....no go on a 7 digit plate....hence me buying a reg number with 5 digits off the DVLA.
I got the 5 digit plate direct from the DVLA...not that expensive....I now have a plate starting H3 along with 3 letter's....love it....looks so much neater on a bike rather then the 44ton truck sized one.
Keep up the good work George.
OMG the brake for rear is on wrong side, no way.
Now all it needs is a 'Radiator Tidy' !
I am enjoying watching the new parts coming through and i would like to request some US bars as fitted to T140 Bonnevilles !
Nice to bump into you on my old BMW F650 in Rothbury, a few days ago; the BSA looking splendid all bedecked with the stand spindles, tail tidy and exhaust.
Nice , wavering between the hntr 350 or the BSA as a retirement buy....
Why not wait a few more months and look at the new Triumph Speed 400?.
Triumph Speed 400 is alot lighter than the 350 & BSA & is faster than the 350.
I like it. Nicely designed kit that
Glad to see a new vid.. I like the idea of a Union Jack on the black part of the tail tidy
Thanks for your work and time spent..
We do have some new parts coming soon for the RE 350 models, and some Hunter only parts at the end of the year.
Also some new parts for 650 Super Meteor . Parts development still continues on BSA and Triumph models too.
If somebody told me 10 Years ago, I would be so busy developing parts for new Triumph, BSA and Royal Enfield bikes I would have thought them crazy !
Excellent work, but surely saving weight could also be achieved (cheapest way to get a more agile bike) and simply provide a new ally shorter, pre-drilled back mudguard? Anyway, let's be honest, these bikes won't hold their value, so drilling a couple of holes won't get you any more resale value!
Shrouded rear shocks?
Brilliant as always , love watching your video's of all your bikes. I have a himalayan, still very happy with the new camshaft bought of you some time back now. Thanks Chris
Seems to buy a new BSA and then you have make things for it !! So not really a motorbike complete
Looks a thousand times better the tail tidy, I was thinking about getting one of these bikes but I might wait for the scrambler
That chain adjuster bobbin would be perfect for a Triumph T20, since nothing fits with the stock exhaust haha
problem with T120 and T100 is the low slung silencers, but could be used with aftermarket upswept exhaust.
can the device for paddock stands be used for Triumph Scrambler SS900?
No, but we do make a different type for your bike
Great and authentic looking tidy. Are you going to do a better silencer for the GS?
In development now
Can i get a bsa in thailand any one
I just can't see how 3mm 304 is going to be strong enough. I realize the options are limited, but I really think swingarm welding is the difficult but reliable solution. Too many situations that will bend those whilst on the stand.
I use 3 mm thick SS brackets for big block chevy motor lifting brackets. the motor and box are way heavier than the BSA and they don't bend. Edge on it is very strong been using for almost 7 months now with no issues on the bike
@@TECBikeParts The application you mention is inline tensile loading where this is an offset bending load. Can a person sit on the bike? How much can they weigh? I ask because you may never do that but someone always comes along and thinks it is ok to do and does it before you can stop them. I would also like to be able to sit on it in some situations to check fit changes I have made to the bike. I'm glad it works for you though, I just don't think it does for me.
Well done, now how about some clubmans 2-2 for my 2013 T100 before they stop pumping oil and we're all riding hairdryers?
Hi, Yes I know a few people waiting on these, they are on my list to do. We have been making these for 12 years now and production jigs are at end of life. As tooling needed remaking I was hoping to do some improvements and updates to the system. Only problem is finding the time as we have a very full production and development schedule.
@@georgemilburn6213 appreciate your reply, I'll happily take a set from the original jigs
Where do I send the money, I've never ordered anything from you before, I am on the waiting list so you have my details
It looks shite imho but you cant please everyone
That tail tidy certainly improves the look of the bike. You could have made it with a bit more shape in it, rather than just a flat plate, BUT, that would have made it much more complex to manufacture, making it more expensive. A good inexpensive improvement on the looks.
Has any more paint peeled off the tank yet?.
I thought the same Neil.....bit of a curve in the top section leading back to the seat....saying that the new TEC one still looks Sooooo much better that the crap one fitted by BSA....what were they thinking.
I agree and if not shape perhaps taper the plate towards the saddle, just looks a bit heavy. But definitely a mod.👍
Hard to see that ugly plate on beautiful bike
I actually don't know anyone who's actually bought/got one…70/140...??..not a lot of UTube 'owner reviews'... I've posted before...one-trick pony for a limited market which will be dead/dumped three years from now...compared to RE…🤔...don't waste your time...publish your sales figures six months from now (riding season is coming to a close)compared to your RE stuff. But I wish you the best....regards
The more makes of bikes available the better for the consumer. If RE was only maker do you think they would be so good or continually improving. They certainly would not be so cheap. Same applies to BSA , they have to keep ahead of the game or they will get left behind.
Seen several at bikes meets now.
How come you don't have the tec rear shock absorbers fitted during this video? And would having them fitted change anything in this video. Keep up the good work 😊
These are a different type of TEC shocks that are actually closer to the style most Gold star Clubman's would have had fitted from factory
How long did it take before RE made a half decent bike. Their 350/500 Bullets were unreliable rubbish.
The original was ugly thats how it should look more like a Goldie