Engine Start

Engine Start

So with the crankshaft not timed correctly i had to dismantle top of the engine again. Fortunately I could re-use the gaskets as engine had not been fired up. I made up a tool that allowed the crankshaft to align correctly without having to split it again. What I also...
The Re-build

The Re-build

Few months later the forged pistons and Carrillo forged rods arrived from the states. Also I added to the mix was Hayabusa injectors as the standard ones had a flat spot in middle rpm range. Lack of fuel I think. The first new lesson was understanding what bolt...
Going Home Early

Going Home Early

What do i do with a dead bike? I had access to a workshop in Invercargill so made a plan. Visited a few bike shops managed to scrounge some old steel frame parts. Out with the Mig Welder and made myself a frame to protect the bike getting home. Around to my mates at...
Teretonga Park Twilight Drags

Teretonga Park Twilight Drags

Road Flooding delayed my arrival for the Harley Davidson Twilight Drag Racing. A quick Bike clean, through the scrutineers then on to the track. Never done this before could be interesting. Sky Sport spied the bike so a short interview was taped on my journey so far....
Invercargill Bound

Invercargill Bound

Next on the list was to enter the bike in the Burt Munroe Bike rally. This annual event located at bottom of the South island in Invercargill is a mecca for bikers. The targeted event amongst the many choices was the Teretonga night ¼ mile drag racing. My plan was set...