86 Slabby running for 1st time

[johnnyboy]

Got this running after buying it as a lockdown project 2 years ago - Jap import to the UK, had to get it registered (hassle), and de-restricted which means grinding out the exhaust headers. Had the carbs done at Allen’s, decent fork job, new YSS shock and all linkages, wheel, swingarm and head bearings changed, new tyres, chain and sprockets and a general tidy up. 

First ride and I love it. Its kind of bonkers really - It’s like a 4 stroke 2 stroke, got it off the 180kph speedo. It feels pretty tight for 37 years old, turns and stops fairly well (refurbed callipers and new line/pads). It had only ‘apparently’ done 14kms but hard to tell. 

It’s not comfy, cramped legs and achy wrists so I’ll have a think about that. 

A few issues; leaky fuel cap, rear gear lever to adjust, need to block off the Japanese speed restriction light. 

Questions:
-I have a UK speedo, is it a straight swap?
-Is there a popular quick throttle change, thing goes on for ever… 

Chz

Edited July 31, 2022 by johnnyboy
update

[cnap504]

Gorgeous, absolutely one of my favorites 

Edited January 31, 2023 by cnap504

[Swiss Toni]

It’s very nice. You’ve done a good job! Did you get the wheels powder coated? If so, gloss or satin? As far as I know, the UK speedo is a straight swap. I hope it is!

[james22]

what carb rubbers did you use,  I cant get hold of any