Fast Doc's 'new' 1968 BSA 441 Victor!

FastDoc · 06-18-2011, 11:29 PM

I just gave it a bath. I think it will detail out nicely over the next week or two as I attack it bit by bit. Samll projects.

The fenders are not dull chrome, ther are aluminum! Gonna polish them, and the taillight bezel which is also aluminum.

Needs handlebars, mirrors, and tires and a dozen little things liuke brake shoes and lubing the cables.

Should be fun.

SpudRider · 06-19-2011, 12:27 AM

The bike appears to be in pretty good shape for a '69, Doc! Thanks for posting the photos. We eagerly await your updates!

Spud

Jim · 06-19-2011, 02:02 AM

Wow very cool bike Doc

Weldangrind · 06-19-2011, 03:01 AM

That's a sweet old bike. I can see the origins of the XS650, just like Reveeen says.

Reveeen · 06-19-2011, 04:00 AM

A "must have" here:

http://www3.telus.net/bc_triumph_registry/smoke.htm

JimW · 06-19-2011, 09:28 AM

Cool ride, Doc! Brings back alot of good memories of days past

Barnone · 06-19-2011, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Reveeen

A "must have" here:

http://www3.telus.net/bc_triumph_registry/smoke.htm

I remember the "Prince of Darkness".

JTCAndrew · 06-19-2011, 11:04 AM

Sweet Bike Doc - Haven't been here for awhile, as This time of year pretty much keeps me outdoors, enjoying the weather. Thanks for sharing the Great Pictures......

ejcycles · 06-19-2011, 11:56 AM

FastDoc

A Great Classic {real motorcycle in my book} Thanks for posting the pictures! No pun intended... I just think the Vintage bikes have more class than what's built today.

FastDoc · 06-19-2011, 02:32 PM

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Originally Posted by Reveeen

A "must have" here:

http://www3.telus.net/bc_triumph_registry/smoke.htm

That's funny!

Why do the British drink warm beer?

Because Lucas makes their refrigerators... :roll:

Weldangrind · 06-19-2011, 03:32 PM

FastDoc · 06-19-2011, 05:24 PM

I cleaned and degreased the bike, and I'm charging the battery. I lubed the cables, and checked the oil(s). There are THREE oils to check. Engine (dry sump) primary chain, and transmission. Everything on this little bike is different, and not particularly easy to work with. It's not hard to see how the Japanese killed the British motorcycle industry in about a week. :roll:

A little wax and polish it looks pretty OK given it's age.

With that said this old gal has a lot of character and personality. It's fun.

I sure am filthy though. :wink:

Reveeen · 06-19-2011, 05:52 PM

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Originally Posted by FastDoc

I sure am filthy though.

Each British bike has it's own personality. As time goes on, you will learn your bike's personality, and eccentricities...... probably being filthy most of the time.

Barnone · 06-19-2011, 06:30 PM

FD,
Do you have a set of Wentworth tools? My father had a good set when we use to wrench on the old Brit bikes and old Rolls Royce and Jaguar autos but sold the whole lot when he died.

FastDoc · 06-19-2011, 08:10 PM

I don't but have noticed the bolts to be metric, SAE, and none of the above. :wink:

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FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	Fast Doc's 'new' 1968 BSA 441 Victor! I just gave it a bath. I think it will detail out nicely over the next week or two as I attack it bit by bit. Samll projects. The fenders are not dull chrome, ther are aluminum! Gonna polish them, and the taillight bezel which is also aluminum. Needs handlebars, mirrors, and tires and a dozen little things liuke brake shoes and lubing the cables. Should be fun. __________________ Happy to serve.
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SpudRider Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Idaho Posts: 25,054	The bike appears to be in pretty good shape for a '69, Doc! Thanks for posting the photos. We eagerly await your updates! Spud __________________ Spud "Never argue with an idiot. He will drag you down to his level, and beat you with experience." Mark Twain 2015 Zongshen ZS250GY-3 (RX3) 2006 Zongshen ZS200GY-2 (Sierra 200) 2005 Honda XR650L 2004 Honda CRF250X 1998 Kawasaki KDX220 Mods made to my Zongshen ZS200GY-2: http://www.chinariders.net/showthread.php?t=6894
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Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	That's a sweet old bike. I can see the origins of the XS650, just like Reveeen says. __________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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JTCAndrew Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Jamestown, PA Posts: 589	Sweet Bike Doc - Haven't been here for awhile, as This time of year pretty much keeps me outdoors, enjoying the weather. Thanks for sharing the Great Pictures...... __________________ Andrew - Jamestown, PA 16134 YouTube Videos: http://www.youtube.com/user/Jtcomp2009#p/u 2009 Qlink XF200 Supermoto 1982 Honda CM200 Bobber - SOLD 2003 JEEP Liberty SPORT = 3" Lift 2002 Chevy Trailblazer LTZ - Family Cruiser
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06-19-2011, 11:56 AM	#9
ejcycles Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: 11481 State Route 44 Mantua, Ohio 44255 Posts: 1,112	FastDoc A Great Classic {real motorcycle in my book} Thanks for posting the pictures! No pun intended... I just think the Vintage bikes have more class than what's built today. __________________ Thanks, Bruce @ Endless Journey Cycles "Phone Calls Only" ~330-274-0098~ Hours: Tue.-Fri. 10:00-6:00 Sat. 10:00-4:00 EST. Dealer for: Lifan, Crossrunner ATVs. http://www.endlessjourneycycles.net
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06-19-2011, 02:02 AM	#3
Jim Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Abbotsford, BC, Canada Posts: 4,880	Wow very cool bike Doc
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06-19-2011, 04:00 AM	#5
Reveeen Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: orbital platform Posts: 741	A "must have" here: http://www3.telus.net/bc_triumph_registry/smoke.htm
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06-19-2011, 09:28 AM	#6
JimW Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Panhandle of oklahoma Posts: 276	Cool ride, Doc! Brings back alot of good memories of days past
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06-19-2011, 03:32 PM	#11
Weldangrind Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Sardis, BC, Canada Posts: 25,977	__________________ Weldangrind "I figure I'm well-prepared for coping with a bike that comes from the factory with unresolved issues and that rewards the self-reliant owner." - Buccaneer
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06-19-2011, 05:24 PM	#12
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	I cleaned and degreased the bike, and I'm charging the battery. I lubed the cables, and checked the oil(s). There are THREE oils to check. Engine (dry sump) primary chain, and transmission. Everything on this little bike is different, and not particularly easy to work with. It's not hard to see how the Japanese killed the British motorcycle industry in about a week. :roll: A little wax and polish it looks pretty OK given it's age. With that said this old gal has a lot of character and personality. It's fun. I sure am filthy though. :wink: __________________ Happy to serve.
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06-19-2011, 06:30 PM	#14
Barnone Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 1,348	FD, Do you have a set of Wentworth tools? My father had a good set when we use to wrench on the old Brit bikes and old Rolls Royce and Jaguar autos but sold the whole lot when he died.
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06-19-2011, 08:10 PM	#15
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	I don't but have noticed the bolts to be metric, SAE, and none of the above. :wink: __________________ Happy to serve.
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