New Arrival

[DaveV65]

Well, 250 miles later she's finally home and squirrelled away in the garage until I can check her over, daughter's boyfriends stuff is taking up too much space!

[bunk]

That me33 dates its last ride !

[DaveV65]

I thought it was an ME33 but it's on Lasertecs, I'll be checking how old they are before taking it out. Last hit the road just before Covid, carbs need a clean but she's ticking over better each time she's fired up.

[gsx]

And another one into the fold , what's the story ? Looks good for resto , ride as is or mod

Edited April 8, 2024 by gsx

[DaveV65]

It's well tidy and original so it'll be ride it first and see what develops from there, probably end up going restomod but keep the ability to go back to original at some point if needed. Forgot how heavy they are so hopping off a Doocarti onto it will require some sensory recalibration.

 

[Dezza]

What model is it (750 or 1100)? It looks pretty much original, even down to the pipes .

Edited April 9, 2024 by Dezza

[DaveV65]

Dezza it's an 1100, the pipes look original but I'll check if they are Suzuki, they look the same as the Kat pipes I had on my old 1100ET with a bit of dexion to mate up the mounting brackets.

[DaveV65]

Yes, genuine Suzuki black chrome pipes.

[andyroach]

Always wanted a Kat1100. i bought one but it was too far gone and just moved it on.

There used to be loads of them in the Nottingham area, but these days you just don't see them.

 

[DaveV65]

Wasn't really looking for a Kat, was more after an EFE but this popped up on Autotrader and at a fair price. The seller was not hands on at all, it was always vanned to the dealer, even for a new battery! Straight up guy though. Side stand is suicidal so new spring, shoulder bolt and a pack of shim washers on the way. Brake hose swell like inner tubes so braided kit on the way. Intermittent dip beam function so multimeter out today.

[andyroach]

Is it on the road yet? 

 

[DaveV65]

Sidestand sorted, headlight issue sorted, stiff throttle lubed and returning freely, historic vehicle V5 back and ready to go. Just been too busy but £83 insurance to pay and we're going out.

[Suzukian]

Nice find, fer sure!  Not many of these in the U.S., stock, it would bring a lot of bucks

[Suzukian]

Very nice looking bike.  I'd try to keep it as stock as possible, just doing what you need to tot make it yours.  Mot a lot around her in New England either.

[Suzukian]

That bike looks so complete.  I'd try and keep it stock also.  It will be a collector bike, have no doubt, and if it's missing original pars, hunt them down till you make it an original off the floor model.  Then either ride it, pr pickle it away as an investment.  You never see these bikes in New England anymore.  It would get top dollar here, regardless if it isn't up to date with the handling, it's a work of art. IMHO 

[DaveV65]

Suzukian, she's still squirrelled away in my garage, more room though now as my daughter and her boyfriend have moved out. Not really had much time to do anything with it. I retired in March and have been busier than ever, just got 2000 trees to plant now. I fire it and the others up every now and again.

[Suzukian]

That bike would bring a fortune in New England, they just aren't seen except on perfect days, and in mint condition.  She's a keeper.