The attention to detail is so important,reminds me of when I was a locomotive mechanic in Canada back in the day, scraping the surfaces of a massive v 16 diesel before before installing the new gasket, retired now, however,my daily transport is a 1995 1400 Intruder. Really enjoyed this video.
Thank you for sharing your experience Robert, it's great to hear from you, I bet that was an awesome engine to work on, probably heavier than a small car lol!
Yes, remember the simple skills Del showed us in fitting gaskets. To make life easier and to save money in the future for replacing gaskets whenever work is required on the clutch for example, then the use of grease on the mating surface enables you to reuse your gaskets over and over again. Nice work, Del
Your daily ride is fast becoming a show bike Del. Now that I'm an old buzzard I wish I could find a list of doctors who do the type of meticulous work on their patients that you do on yours. 😁 Much respect to you and Nurse Penny. Thanks and blessings to you both.❤👍👍
Thank you Rick, you're very kind... I always think that it's largely impossible for any commercial garage to put in the time and attention that we do for ourselves, if they tried to charge a fair hourly rate for the hundreds of hours it can often take, then who would ever pay that! Enjoy the rest of your weekend and thanks for your support as always, D&Px
Del....been watching fer a few years. Your systematic approach to whichever "brand" O bike you choose to work on is flawless. Metric/British or American produces a much more reliable and safe MC. I would love to buy the skirtster/cafe bike you are pert near finished mit. Learned much from ya. Thanks. And Penny does a great job mit the video. Be calm and carry on. Thank you.
Brilliant video, I love this bike and can tell how much you love it too Del. A lovely box of goodies you got there for it too, can’t wait for all the videos on this one. An absolutely flawless paint finish, it looks amazing! Never fail to impress me, Have a beautiful weekend both of you! Always watching from a far Take care Luke x
Hi Luke, thanks for your kind words, looking forward to getting the other jobs done, but mostly looking forward getting on the bike for sure! Enjoy your weekend too, and it's aways good to hear from you, take care, D&Px
Shiny, shiny! She's looking mighty fine! I gotta say, when you first got this bike and you said it was too good of a deal to pass up, I just laughed and laughed!! Telling yourself, nay CONVINCING yourself that you bought her just to save some money! Even when you KNEW in your heart of hearts that you would be showering her with all the (very expensive) love and affection that she needed... but we STILL tell ourselves that we NEEDED to buy this newest toy, err... much NEEDED and NECESSARY item because it was such a money-saver!! :) Addiction??? What addiction??? It's NOT an obsession... honest! :) Enjoy the weekend, you two!
hiya del mike here bought a new fuel tap for my 600bandit s, the thing is its got every thing on it like it should but cant turn the tap to reserve its got a little notch where reserve is now do i file it down or send it back, am going to get a new kit for the old one anyway, so if you can help that would be sound thanks mate,
Hi Mike, Without seeing the tap up close i can't tell what that may be, so i guess if you're in any doubt, why not contact the supplier end explain your problem, see it it's something they've had before..!!
Really enjoy your videos, I only passed my mod1 and 2 in December 22. Have a Bandit 600 that has turned from a few jobs doing to get it road ready to completely stripping it down and getting anything and everything either replaced, repainted or refurbished. I’m enjoying the process but it’s taken me far longer than anticipated, so I’ve just gone and purchased a Honda Hornet 600 which I took out for my first ever big bike ride on the road last night. Absolutely loved it! I would have been paranoid that I would burn through the paint on the casings, especially around the edges where the paint is thinner 😑🤦♂look forward to your next video 👍
Hi Ian, great to hear that you're doing up your Bandit, it'll give you a fabulous price of ownership once it's done, and the bike will mean more to you than a bike you just buy and ride! And with the paint on the casings, believe it or not, most engines are only painted with a regular 2k paint, it can take around 400'C before it starts to discolour or burn and most engines don't get that hot in use! Good luck with the Hornet, enjoy the ride!
Looks fantastic, loved my GSX1400, was gutted when I had to sell it, handled like a sick cow until I got the suspension dialled in. Such a good bike, never looked as good as that though 😲
Thank mate.. im hearing a lot of people say they had them and regretted selling them.. i guess that's why they're getting so popular again now.. Good advice on the suspension, they do need setting up right. !
Del I’ve been watching your videos in the background for many years, and you go from strength to strength. Have you ever considered doing full restorations?, as your attention to detail is nothing short of admirable.
Thanks mate, I would consider I'm pretty much doing that with the current Harley project, but it's a mighty expensive process when you fund it yoursef... you'll never get the money back on a restored bike, it always has to be for the love of it, but we really appreciate your kid sentiments and faith in what we do!
Is that a stone /chip resistant coating u applied to the engine cases if not would one of those stone resistant clear sheets be ok or don’t they handle the heat ?
Stone chip isn't entirely necessary on side engine casings, perhaps on a front facing panel, but a good quality 2k paint will work just fine as it does on the bodywork on a car!
Wax on wax off. Looks mint mate, a vast improvement and easy to wipe over. Hope Pen has enjoyed the long weekend and you haven’t done too many miles back and forth to the kettle 🤣
Awesome video brother !!!! great job ! cant wait for the next one, im guessing frame sliders install 😎 keep up the great work , stay safe guys cheers from new york !!!!! 🎉🎉🎉
Hiya Penny and Del. Lovely video! Very, very nice results on the casings and a testament to all the prep, paint and post that went into it. That is a lovely bike with a song to match and I am looking forward to more videos about it. Take care, my friends. Be well, ride safe.
Again great video del showing fantastic detail in your workmanship. Big pat on the back to you for that bike is now truly awesome looking, an looking forward to seeing your next video.... All the best to you an Penny and hope she has a speedy recovery and is back on her feet soon m8.
Thank you Don, glad you approve! And Penny's on the mend now, it'll be a long recovery, but she'll be fighting fight before long... we appreciate your kind words, enjoy your weekend, D&Px
May I ask which T bar torque wrench you use? I’m going to buy one and would appreciate your advice. I’ve had 3 gsx 1400’s but now I’ve watched your vids I’m hankering for another …
Here's a link to the T-Bar torque wrench i use Chris... in stock if you want one ! :- www.spanner-monkey.co.uk/Wiha-Torque-T-Handle-ST-Plus-TorqueVario-Set-29234?search=wiha%20torque%20vario&description=true
I left a link to it in the description below the video... but here it is again.! www.spanner-monkey.co.uk/Wiha-Torque-T-Handle-ST-Plus-TorqueVario-Set-29234?search=Wiha+Torque+Vario&description=true
What a handsome brute. Having spent all it's formative years cantering the Queen's highway, tomorrow's ancient glamfest brings a whole new Kingdom for this fine beast to stomp it's tread patterns on. "Cry 'havoc' & let slip the unleaded neddies of 'Waaaahh!" (Other road-manners, are of course available . . . but nowhere near as funny. Y'all : )xx
Excellent job Del and Penny. Looks brilliant mate, I just think the oil cooled GSX and GSXR's are very cool . Penny and you take care and have a great weekend. Cheers P.S hope the weather is getting better, it's getting crap over this side.
Thanks mate, sadly a crappy day here too, heavy rain everywhere, and set for tomorrow as well, pretty much a standard British Bank Holiday weekend lol D&Px
Del is it possible to take scuff marks out of a engine casing got knocked of the bike and she slid along on her side thanks for the great vids keep going
Hi Kelvyn, sorry to hear about your accident, hope you're ok... you can always restore a scuffed cashing, as long as the gouges aren't too deep, maybe no more than 1mm, gently file them out with a fine file, then sand out the file marks, then polish... if it's painted, just re-paint after sanding! But if they're too deep, then filing away may take out too much metal and make it unstable, I hope that helps in some way.
It's looking virtually brand new off the showroom floor, beautiful. I used your masking tape turned over on itself sticky side out on a stubborn oil filter last night, when of course, I couldn't find my awesome filter filter wrench just when I needed it, lol. Worked a treat! Many thanks for that little trick.
Most welcome buddy, we can attribute that little gem to my buddy Milo, his You Tube Channel was MiloGarage, sadly he passed away many years ago... good to know it's still finding use.
Yes mate, just a few pumps of hand soap helps the paper to glide, prevents the debris that you're rubbing off from clogging into lumps and causing scratches and generally helps make a better finish!
Nice job Del, it's coming together well and the finish is amazing 👍 I couldn't help but notice the center stand next to that engine, I'm guessing that on the list too.
The attention to detail is so important,reminds me of when I was a locomotive mechanic in Canada back in the day, scraping the surfaces of a massive v 16 diesel before before installing the new gasket, retired now, however,my daily transport is a 1995 1400 Intruder. Really enjoyed this video.
Thank you for sharing your experience Robert, it's great to hear from you, I bet that was an awesome engine to work on, probably heavier than a small car lol!
Yes, remember the simple skills Del showed us in fitting gaskets.
To make life easier and to save money in the future for replacing gaskets whenever work is required on the clutch for example, then the use of grease on the mating surface enables you to reuse your gaskets over and over again.
Nice work, Del
Absolutely right mate, just means it comes off in one piece on the casing... saves money and that's always good! Have a great weekend, D&Px
Hi Del I was watching one of your old videos where you say about managing a dealership. where was it and does it still exist. Cheers Phil
You have a great eye for details, like cleaning the casings 100%. I enjoy watching your videos every time. True workmanship. Günter/Nürnberg
Thank you Sir for your kind words, we're glad you enjoy the videos!
Your daily ride is fast becoming a show bike Del. Now that I'm an old buzzard I wish I could find a list of doctors who do the type of meticulous work on their patients that you do on yours. 😁 Much respect to you and Nurse Penny. Thanks and blessings to you both.❤👍👍
Thank you Rick, you're very kind... I always think that it's largely impossible for any commercial garage to put in the time and attention that we do for ourselves, if they tried to charge a fair hourly rate for the hundreds of hours it can often take, then who would ever pay that! Enjoy the rest of your weekend and thanks for your support as always, D&Px
Del....been watching fer a few years. Your systematic approach to whichever "brand" O bike you choose to work on is flawless. Metric/British or American produces a much more reliable and safe MC. I would love to buy the skirtster/cafe bike you are pert near finished mit. Learned much from ya. Thanks. And Penny does a great job mit the video. Be calm and carry on. Thank you.
Thank you for your kind words, I'm glad you enjoy the videos. Not long on the Sportster now, and im really looking forward to getting it finished.
Wax to protect the polished finish?
i‘ll do same with mine, looks great and saves a lot of money for new ones 😍
Brilliant video,
I love this bike and can tell how much you love it too Del.
A lovely box of goodies you got there for it too, can’t wait for all the videos on this one.
An absolutely flawless paint finish, it looks amazing! Never fail to impress me,
Have a beautiful weekend both of you!
Always watching from a far
Take care
Luke x
Hi Luke, thanks for your kind words, looking forward to getting the other jobs done, but mostly looking forward getting on the bike for sure! Enjoy your weekend too, and it's aways good to hear from you, take care, D&Px
Lovely Video, why not applying HYLOMAR any more on your projects?
TNX
Shiny, shiny! She's looking mighty fine! I gotta say, when you first got this bike and you said it was too good of a deal to pass up, I just laughed and laughed!! Telling yourself, nay CONVINCING yourself that you bought her just to save some money! Even when you KNEW in your heart of hearts that you would be showering her with all the (very expensive) love and affection that she needed... but we STILL tell ourselves that we NEEDED to buy this newest toy, err... much NEEDED and NECESSARY item because it was such a money-saver!! :) Addiction??? What addiction??? It's NOT an obsession... honest! :) Enjoy the weekend, you two!
Oh such wise words of wisdom and truth! Have a wonderful weekend too mate, soon be summer!
Great to see the big Suzuki back together again.
Looking beautiful
Nick Australia
Cheers Nick, a few more jobs to do, looking forward to riding it!
I love these bikes...a Suzuki GSX 1400, a classic beauty....well done.
hiya del mike here bought a new fuel tap for my 600bandit s, the thing is its got every thing on it like it should but cant turn the tap to reserve its got a little notch where reserve is now do i file it down or send it back, am going to get a new kit for the old one anyway, so if you can help that would be sound thanks mate,
Hi Mike, Without seeing the tap up close i can't tell what that may be, so i guess if you're in any doubt, why not contact the supplier end explain your problem, see it it's something they've had before..!!
She’s looking amazing and sounds great, Del. I’m looking forward to all of the coming maintenance update vids.
🏍👍🏍
Thanks buddy, glad you're enjoying it!
@@Moonfleet41 😎
Really enjoy your videos, I only passed my mod1 and 2 in December 22. Have a Bandit 600 that has turned from a few jobs doing to get it road ready to completely stripping it down and getting anything and everything either replaced, repainted or refurbished. I’m enjoying the process but it’s taken me far longer than anticipated, so I’ve just gone and purchased a Honda Hornet 600 which I took out for my first ever big bike ride on the road last night. Absolutely loved it! I would have been paranoid that I would burn through the paint on the casings, especially around the edges where the paint is thinner 😑🤦♂look forward to your next video 👍
Hi Ian, great to hear that you're doing up your Bandit, it'll give you a fabulous price of ownership once it's done, and the bike will mean more to you than a bike you just buy and ride! And with the paint on the casings, believe it or not, most engines are only painted with a regular 2k paint, it can take around 400'C before it starts to discolour or burn and most engines don't get that hot in use! Good luck with the Hornet, enjoy the ride!
Casings look brand new what autogylm products were they ?
Thanks Dave, I used the colour restorer to buff out the bloom, then just Super Resin polish for the glaze!
Looks fantastic, loved my GSX1400, was gutted when I had to sell it, handled like a sick cow until I got the suspension dialled in. Such a good bike, never looked as good as that though 😲
Thank mate.. im hearing a lot of people say they had them and regretted selling them.. i guess that's why they're getting so popular again now.. Good advice on the suspension, they do need setting up right. !
The engine cases in black suit this bike exactly. Great call, as usual.
Thanks Guy, glad you approve, nice to get the bike how I want it!
Del I’ve been watching your videos in the background for many years, and you go from strength to strength. Have you ever considered doing full restorations?, as your attention to detail is nothing short of admirable.
Thanks mate, I would consider I'm pretty much doing that with the current Harley project, but it's a mighty expensive process when you fund it yoursef... you'll never get the money back on a restored bike, it always has to be for the love of it, but we really appreciate your kid sentiments and faith in what we do!
she is looking beautiful, I really like that bike.
Thanks buddy, glad you approve.
superb job del and camera work a1 plus
Thanks for noticing Sir!
Bravo Del et bravo Penny, c'est merveilleux!!!
Thank you for your kind words! D&Px
Beautifully done!
First class video again and superb attention to detail on the finish of those casings. BTW are you now fully recovered?
Thanks Michael, sadly ill never be fully recovered, meds for life, and left with residual damage... but stable and enjoying each day mate !
Is that a stone /chip resistant coating u applied to the engine cases if not would one of those stone resistant clear sheets be ok or don’t they handle the heat ?
Stone chip isn't entirely necessary on side engine casings, perhaps on a front facing panel, but a good quality 2k paint will work just fine as it does on the bodywork on a car!
Wax on wax off. Looks mint mate, a vast improvement and easy to wipe over. Hope Pen has enjoyed the long weekend and you haven’t done too many miles back and forth to the kettle 🤣
Thanks buddy, it's a difficult time at the mo, but we'll cope! Appreciate your kind words, D&Px
Ive never seen anyone grease up a gasket before installing. Is that for all gaskets?
Prevents it sticking to the casing, or the engine, meaning you can use that gasket two, or even, three times, without it ripping.
Awesome video brother !!!! great job ! cant wait for the next one, im guessing frame sliders install 😎 keep up the great work , stay safe guys cheers from new york !!!!! 🎉🎉🎉
Cheers brother, much appreciated! Enjoy your week both, keep safe, D&Px
Hiya Penny and Del. Lovely video! Very, very nice results on the casings and a testament to all the prep, paint and post that went into it. That is a lovely bike with a song to match and I am looking forward to more videos about it. Take care, my friends. Be well, ride safe.
Thanks mate, glad you approve! It's coming together nicely now... enjoy your weekend! D&Px
This looks excellent, thank you.
Again great video del showing fantastic detail in your workmanship. Big pat on the back to you for that bike is now truly awesome looking, an looking forward to seeing your next video.... All the best to you an Penny and hope she has a speedy recovery and is back on her feet soon m8.
Thank you Don, glad you approve! And Penny's on the mend now, it'll be a long recovery, but she'll be fighting fight before long... we appreciate your kind words, enjoy your weekend, D&Px
May I ask which T bar torque wrench you use? I’m going to buy one and would appreciate your advice. I’ve had 3 gsx 1400’s but now I’ve watched your vids I’m hankering for another …
Here's a link to the T-Bar torque wrench i use Chris... in stock if you want one ! :- www.spanner-monkey.co.uk/Wiha-Torque-T-Handle-ST-Plus-TorqueVario-Set-29234?search=wiha%20torque%20vario&description=true
Looking good 👍✌️❤️
Love the GSX, I also drive a Suzuki but it’s the GSR. The TLC you give it is nice to see 👌👌
Thanks buddy, plenty more to come, got quite a list of jobs to sort out, can't wait to get out on the road!
That looks crackin mate! Fantastic job on the paint as always!
Thank you Sir!
They look fab Del. Give yourself a pat on the back 👍😉
(Ignore the critics)
Thanks buddy, happy with the results!
Can you please tell me the make of the T bar torque wrench. Thanks Delboy.
I left a link to it in the description below the video... but here it is again.!
www.spanner-monkey.co.uk/Wiha-Torque-T-Handle-ST-Plus-TorqueVario-Set-29234?search=Wiha+Torque+Vario&description=true
Thanks. Not a cheap tool.
What a handsome brute. Having spent all it's formative years cantering the Queen's highway, tomorrow's ancient glamfest brings a whole new Kingdom for this fine beast to stomp it's tread patterns on. "Cry 'havoc' & let slip the unleaded neddies of 'Waaaahh!"
(Other road-manners, are of course available . . . but nowhere near as funny. Y'all : )xx
Brilliant as always Sir! Enjoy your weekend there, D&Px
S m o o o t h work there Del.
Admiral attitude to your work
Thank you so much for your kind words Nick!
It looks great Del. Brilliant result.
Thanks mate, glad you approve!
Looks absolutely lovely, one good lookin bike, lovely job. 👌
Thanks mate, looking forward to riding it in the sunshine!
What can i say . Great job again 💪
Hi Penny and Del. As always a lovely job and I'm looking forward to the next episode.
Thanks Steve, glad you're enjoying it mate!
Del what wheel do you use for shining bolts on bench grinder?
Just a cloth polishing mop mate!
@Moonfleet41 cheers pal. Hope you and penny have a lovely weekend. Keep up the good work.
You too Allan, enjoy the weekend!
What can i say . Great job again 💪
one question i would like to see how to sync einspritz. Is it possible to make such a video?
a very nice looking bike Del, good work👍
Thanks mate, looking forward to getting out on it!
Super job del
Awesome engine cases Del ! Excellent job mate !!!!!
Thanks Paul, glad you approve!
Sounds like a set of engine protector bars, or crash bars as we used to call them in the 70s.
Excellent job Del and Penny. Looks brilliant mate, I just think the oil cooled GSX and GSXR's are very cool . Penny and you take care and have a great weekend. Cheers P.S hope the weather is getting better, it's getting crap over this side.
Thanks mate, sadly a crappy day here too, heavy rain everywhere, and set for tomorrow as well, pretty much a standard British Bank Holiday weekend lol D&Px
Del is it possible to take scuff marks out of a engine casing got knocked of the bike and she slid along on her side thanks for the great vids keep going
Hi Kelvyn, sorry to hear about your accident, hope you're ok... you can always restore a scuffed cashing, as long as the gouges aren't too deep, maybe no more than 1mm, gently file them out with a fine file, then sand out the file marks, then polish... if it's painted, just re-paint after sanding! But if they're too deep, then filing away may take out too much metal and make it unstable, I hope that helps in some way.
Thanks I’ll see how it goes really enjoy your videos they are always my go too for advice and tips thanks
Very nice
Scotchbrite those jug fins. 😂
Alredy done buddy, along with the ends of the rocker cover polished... we're always a couple of videos ahead!
Is there a reason for the soap in the water? Or do you just like bubbles... Lol
It's looking virtually brand new off the showroom floor, beautiful. I used your masking tape turned over on itself sticky side out on a stubborn oil filter last night, when of course, I couldn't find my awesome filter filter wrench just when I needed it, lol. Worked a treat! Many thanks for that little trick.
Most welcome buddy, we can attribute that little gem to my buddy Milo, his You Tube Channel was MiloGarage, sadly he passed away many years ago... good to know it's still finding use.
Stunning job Del. I doubt you'd spot those nibs if you were a passer - by , but you are ever the perfectionist. Keep 'em comin' 'owd son!
Thanks Bob, you know how it is, once you know they are there, you can't un-see them!
Espetacular
Hope Ms. Penny is doing Well!
Thanks Richard, on the mend mate!
Is that soap you add to the water and is that SOP, I am just curious. Enjoyed the video, and the bike looks great! Cheers!
Yes mate, just a few pumps of hand soap helps the paper to glide, prevents the debris that you're rubbing off from clogging into lumps and causing scratches and generally helps make a better finish!
Haven’t got anything to say just wanted to be first to Comment😂 Hope you and Penny are well mate.
You did it mate, and yes we are!
That be the Black Beefcake. A bit like that leegy blond in the Jazz Club, can't resist the Pigs Pudd.
Nice work Dell this and the Sportster look awesome now. Love your films, and certainly have given me more confidence.
Thanks mate, you're most welcome, am glad that we can help!
Looking good mate. Love watching you tinker and crack on with bike projects. Are you fitting crash bars to it next?
Thanks mate, I just may be doing that!
Magnificent finish Del - have a good weekend both of you!
Thanks mate, you too!
Nice job Del, it's coming together well and the finish is amazing 👍 I couldn't help but notice the center stand next to that engine, I'm guessing that on the list too.
If I get time mate, there are a few more pressing matters first, and also keen to ride it too but won't be on the bench too long!