After test riding a Griso and Stelvio to replace the Breva, I decided to keep the Breva and refurbish her. I did not like the new bikes, sorry anyone who has one. Just not suited to me and I love the 1100 engine.
I realise this is going to be difficult and I have given myself a year to complete it. I have a local renovation expert at Richmond, North Yorkshire to help with some of the work, advice and contacts.
Here is what the bike looks like at the moment. I decided to start at the back and work forward, removing everything from the frame (needs a welding repair).
Corrosion has been a problem as I used to commute in winter on salty roads. The fuel tank has blistered from Ethanol absorption and I already have a replacement. The stock silencer had a broken split thing where it joins to the catalyst box. The forks are badly damaged from corrosion. The seat needs replacing. The fasteners are dull or rusting and the wiring loom and pipes have a mold on them. Quite a job then.
Not forgetting the wheel rims and brakes need attention. That's basically everything then, except the engine is fine at 28k.
Here are some starting photos. I hope to pop back and ask folks where a particular part fits when I cant work it out. I have the parts manual and am making notes and taking photos as I go.
If anyone shows an interest I will post more photos as I go. The refurbished items will be nice to see not doubt.
I realise this is going to be difficult and I have given myself a year to complete it. I have a local renovation expert at Richmond, North Yorkshire to help with some of the work, advice and contacts.
Here is what the bike looks like at the moment. I decided to start at the back and work forward, removing everything from the frame (needs a welding repair).
Corrosion has been a problem as I used to commute in winter on salty roads. The fuel tank has blistered from Ethanol absorption and I already have a replacement. The stock silencer had a broken split thing where it joins to the catalyst box. The forks are badly damaged from corrosion. The seat needs replacing. The fasteners are dull or rusting and the wiring loom and pipes have a mold on them. Quite a job then.
Not forgetting the wheel rims and brakes need attention. That's basically everything then, except the engine is fine at 28k.
Here are some starting photos. I hope to pop back and ask folks where a particular part fits when I cant work it out. I have the parts manual and am making notes and taking photos as I go.
If anyone shows an interest I will post more photos as I go. The refurbished items will be nice to see not doubt.