Vintage Motorcycle Eccentrics

I'm quite comfortable sharing my ignorance, and perhaps this is no exception.

I'm sure there are many reasons for vintage love, but right near the top for me - simplicity. Holy crap...every time I dig into one of my Vertigos, the 800XC, the Xtrainer or even the fairly basic XT250's - I can count on it being several hours for most anything. I'm slow, but still.

I could tell by looking at this bike it wasn't complicated, but man...under 10 minutes, start to finish to yank a TY engine. Yank carb, exhaust and three bolts. I kinda like that.

Say when, John - I'll be over. Heck, since you're gonna be helping me so much - least I could do is take 30 minutes and yank a couple of your TY engines.

Both clamps are the same just different size bore for the fork tube size. Taper bearings are a must, gives the front end a more solid feel and will last forever

Yes, vintage bikes are addicting but rewarding too. Many times they give back more than you expect. Real patience comes when a part is NA and you have to make it. Like maybe a TY kick lever?? Are they gold plated?
Give me a heads up when you can make it over and we will split your engine. I need to clear the shelves and get organized before we tear done the others.

eBay score x 2.

Another seemingly rare item are OEM service manuals. I've been watching for a while, and most are either totally trashed or $150+ for NOS.

Scored this fine used specimen for $40 delivered. 98% condition.



And - TY250 forks arrived. No doubt they need servicing and a little TLC, but I think they'll clean up fine.

I've got loads of polishing stuff here if you want to get ambitious with those lower fork legs.

The 175 is getting a leg up.

If one is good, two must be better?

Sweet! Now...to find you a set of decent TY250 tubes. I'll keep an eye out.

If I can find as good a deal as I did on the last set, maybe you'll get them gratis - wanna keep the brains and talent of this duo happy.

Unfortunately, there's a lot of expensive crap like this out there. This guy wants $250!

Those are crispy critters for sure.
Here's an idea I doubt anyone has tried before. No reason it won't work. Just need to find a decent welder.

OK, I've stared at it far too long - I give up. All I see is a 7/8" rod in the bar clamps.

What is it?