Good morning Mike! She sounds a treat! Ahhh the crimp fuel line dilemma. So. I make my own crimped lines. I absolutely love the stock, clean appearance of the crimps but admit they can be troublesome. A couple tips for success. When purchasing pre made lines or making them yourself, the following applies. After the crimp is made the metal ferrel will be egg shaped not round. Take a smooth pliers and gently squeeze the “egg” shape back to round. This will not remove the crimp and takes the odd stress off the contact point between the rubber hose and the metal ferrel. Second. Heat! When assembling the lines and crimping, too installing them on the bike, warm them up with a heat gun, and I mean warm! That line will become extremely soft and flexible. If you install them warm/hot they will conform themselves too all the stresses and odd contours as they cool. I think you will find that nine times out of ten these two techniques will solve your leaking issues! God bless, and get wrenching folks!
What a great looking bike, and great sounding! Seems to me I remember a few experiences similar to yours. I've mostly ended up using black rubber hose and hose clamps. They don't look as nice but tend to get down the road well, without leaking. Thanks Mike!
Those tyres Do look good on your Bonneville , they are a fantastic 'around-Town' bike . I never had much luck with the clear fuel-line , always ended-up with black-rubber and the 'clamp-style' holders with the screw and nut at the back. We used to be able to buy fuel-line with a braided-cloth around the outside but I've not seen it for a while . Dave NZ
I had a shoulder replacement surgery 6 weeks ago and haven't ridden for 1 day and 6 weeks. I so enjoy seeing you ride these fabulous vintage bikes. I have a 2021 KTM 790 Adventure S which I call "The Mighty KTM" which I had just put new Pirelli Scorpion tires on. I had also just put a lithium Ion battery in it. But there it sits. Taunting me.
I loved my vintage style Heidenau tires on my 64 BMW. Zero complaints, almost no weights needed and handled as good as could be expected from a retro tread pattern skinny tire even in heavy down pours.
British cycle supply company is where I get 99% of my parts. If they don't have it, they usually know who does. The people who work at the Wolfville Nova Scotia warehouse really know their stuff.
G'day, mate. As you say frustrating but no doubt you'll get the leaks sorted. The bike looks and sounds good, a real credit to all your hard work. Cheers.
I use motion pro tygon fuel lines and spring clamps on the same bike. No problems ever and the line stays flexible. If you shorten the center stand a bit it becomes a joy to use. I have found being a bit older that the Bonnie allows for a more relaxed seating position compared to my Commando which I feel more "compressed". If I had to pick my favorite of the two, it would be the one I am riding at the moment.
I gave up using those crimp on ferrules a long time ago. Just use regular lines and clamps. No more leaks ever. You were lucky it started leaking at home, image it starting to leak far from home and you don't notice it right away. Get rid of those ferrules.
Thanks for sharing Mike, I'm sure you'll get that fuel leak sorted. My first thought was the plastic was a little short not allowing a 'free fit' no flexibility? Have a great week, that 'good' weather is on it's way I'm told .. 🤣😂🤞 .. 🏍 atvb t ..
Heindenaus are a great tire. They are the standard on the new Urals now. Wear like iron. On my Yamaha XS650C I’ve been using Metzler’s. They last very well. Keep us posted on these classic Heindenaus. By the way Heindenau tubes are awesome! Quality and thick.
Hi Ken, many thanks for your note. I really appreciate it. Yes, I was so happy to get the tires and will definitely do a ride report one of these days! Best wishes, Mike
Great looking tires! This bike sure brings back fond memories of my 1979 Bonneville Special! I bought it new after it had sat in a dealership for several years. No one was buying these Triumphs then. The Special had a two into one exhaust header with a huge can of a muffler, a nice looking black paint with gold pin stripes and Lester mag wheels! As I recall, I got a good deal on it. Thanks!
Thanks for posting, Mike. The bike sounds really good. Fuel leak will be very easily solved. I have taken to using an almost clear fuel line from the auto parts stores and is sold pre-packaged in 2 foot lengths. It's in the small engine section of the store. It is very supple, like surgical tubing, and easily conforms to any fitting or geometry, and usually no clamps are required. Thanks again for posting.
Hey, Mike, nice little ride und funny scratches on the street from main stand at running engine… I love it… greetings from rainy northern Germany Manfred
Congratulations for the firt test ride! Great choice of Haidenau Tyres, I am already seeing forward to hear how they do the job. Best regards from Croatia!
That kiwi Russell Wright set a land speed World 🌎 Record in 1955 on a Vincent Black Lightning ⚡ on a damp but drying road near Christchurch NZ 🇳🇿.185.1mph did 3 runs then bolted a side car on to it & HIS Scottish mate did 170mph. Russel worked in UK & bought the Black Lightning ⚡ new in UK the same price of a one bedroom flat in UK & brought it back home to NZ 🇳🇿. Look it up on line there is some grainy footage of the record being set Lightning ⚡ sounds like 2stroke.
I know they aren't the best looking, but I like using mini hose clamps on the fuel lines. They work great. I use black fuel line too, find it stays more malleable.
Hi Mike great video as always when are we going to see more on the black Norton outings I have a 1969 g reg commando ex gus Kuhn Brighton motor show bike it was never shown there the copper plated battery Cover and oil tank never came on time for the build so I bought the commando in part exchange with my norton atlas I have never looked back
That painfully reminds me of my very first bike, a Triumph Tiger Cub, that had a fuel line fault while I was riding it. The first I knew was flames around my nether regions, and shortly after getting quickly off, it was totally destroyed in a matter of minutes. Leaking fuel is a no-no to me. Fortunately for you it was noticed before riding away
Mother (In an Alan Bennett type voice): "What's all this 'reaching out' Michael? Your not Carey Grant on Rushmore you know. As for getting into bed with Europeans , stealing my dusting cloth and stinking the place out with petrol, Discarding of tyre safety features, whats come over you lad? Just you wait till yer Father gets 'ome."
Hi Stan, sorry, but I didn’t buy them. They were already on the bike when I got them. I think the previous owner actually had them chrome plated! They look to be in really good condition. I know he had the head pipes and a lot of other items complicated I think he also did the mufflers/Silence. Best wishes, Mike.
Yes, those crimp ferrules are not substantial enough to press that thick walled stiff tubing against the pipes. Don't risk using them at all. The flammability of gasoline is not to be underestimated while underway, or worse, in your garage.
I had a blue 73 tiger. Always a one kick starter. Would kick and kick my 72 combat and finally get off that one and jump on the Triumph and go. Something to be said about a single carb bike.
I have a 71 bonnie oif. Repatriated from the states back to Meriden in the uk where I live. I wanted fuel lines with the metal braiding but had a similar experience of leaks until I fettled for what seams like ages. I now have a leak free system but if I have to remove or mess about with them it takes ages to get back to leak free. I was tempted to replace with the clear ones when I started to watch your series but now I’m not so sure. I wonder if dipping the ends in hot water before fitting would help to keep them supple for fitting. Good luck!
I’ve got heidenau tires on my r90 , first time trying them, curious to know really if they are better or worse than other tires like metzler, or continental as far as performance goes?
Fantastic. I have an identical bike here in UK. Same year same colour. I prefer your higher bars could anyone point me in the direction so I can order some please.
Oops, sorry Gary. I must’ve forgot to put a link in. I’m down at The Barber Museum at the moment, but here is the product. I got it from the Bonneville shop. Triumph Norton BSA Universal Chrome Round Mirror (1) Right or Left PN# TBS-4159 Z
Thanks Mike for the reply. I think I saw the mirror there so will buy it today. I"d love to see more videos of the 72 Triumph. Keep up the great work. @@TheMightyGarage
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Good morning Mike! She sounds a treat! Ahhh the crimp fuel line dilemma.
So. I make my own crimped lines. I absolutely love the stock, clean appearance of the crimps but admit they can be troublesome.
A couple tips for success. When purchasing pre made lines or making them yourself, the following applies.
After the crimp is made the metal ferrel will be egg shaped not round. Take a smooth pliers and gently squeeze the “egg” shape back to round. This will not remove the crimp and takes the odd stress off the contact point between the rubber hose and the metal ferrel.
Second. Heat! When assembling the lines and crimping, too installing them on the bike, warm them up with a heat gun, and I mean warm! That line will become extremely soft and flexible. If you install them warm/hot they will conform themselves too all the stresses and odd contours as they cool.
I think you will find that nine times out of ten these two techniques will solve your leaking issues!
God bless, and get wrenching folks!
Great suggestions!
putting them in the nearest bin is a better suggestion.
@@mc2594 😂
What a great looking bike, and great sounding! Seems to me I remember a few experiences similar to yours. I've mostly ended up using black rubber hose and hose clamps. They don't look as nice but tend to get down the road well, without leaking. Thanks Mike!
Those tyres Do look good on your Bonneville , they are a fantastic 'around-Town' bike . I never had much luck with the clear fuel-line , always ended-up with black-rubber and the 'clamp-style' holders with the screw and nut at the back. We used to be able to buy fuel-line with a braided-cloth around the outside but I've not seen it for a while . Dave NZ
I had a shoulder replacement surgery 6 weeks ago and haven't ridden for 1 day and 6 weeks. I so enjoy seeing you ride these fabulous vintage bikes. I have a 2021 KTM 790 Adventure S which I call "The Mighty KTM" which I had just put new Pirelli Scorpion tires on. I had also just put a lithium Ion battery in it. But there it sits. Taunting me.
I loved my vintage style Heidenau tires on my 64 BMW. Zero complaints, almost no weights needed and handled as good as could be expected from a retro tread pattern skinny tire even in heavy down pours.
British cycle supply company is where I get 99% of my parts. If they don't have it, they usually know who does. The people who work at the Wolfville Nova Scotia warehouse really know their stuff.
G'day, mate. As you say frustrating but no doubt you'll get the leaks sorted. The bike looks and sounds good, a real credit to all your hard work. Cheers.
I use motion pro tygon fuel lines and spring clamps on the same bike. No problems ever and the line stays flexible. If you shorten the center stand a bit it becomes a joy to use. I have found being a bit older that the Bonnie allows for a more relaxed seating position compared to my Commando which I feel more "compressed". If I had to pick my favorite of the two, it would be the one I am riding at the moment.
At last! This is a great bike. These models don't get nearly enough love.
I gave up using those crimp on ferrules a long time ago. Just use regular lines and clamps. No more leaks ever. You were lucky it started leaking at home, image it starting to leak far from home and you don't notice it right away. Get rid of those ferrules.
Thanks for sharing Mike, I'm sure you'll get that fuel leak sorted.
My first thought was the plastic was a little short not allowing a 'free fit' no flexibility?
Have a great week, that 'good' weather is on it's way I'm told .. 🤣😂🤞 .. 🏍 atvb t ..
Heindenaus are a great tire. They are the standard on the new Urals now. Wear like iron. On my Yamaha XS650C I’ve been using Metzler’s. They last very well. Keep us posted on these classic Heindenaus. By the way Heindenau tubes are awesome! Quality and thick.
It's great to see you have a sponsor. Very well deserved and thanks for your great content.
Hi Ken, many thanks for your note. I really appreciate it. Yes, I was so happy to get the tires and will definitely do a ride report one of these days! Best wishes, Mike
Great looking tires! This bike sure brings back fond memories of my 1979 Bonneville Special! I bought it new after it had sat in a dealership for several years. No one was buying these Triumphs then. The Special had a two into one exhaust header with a huge can of a muffler, a nice looking black paint with gold pin stripes and Lester mag wheels! As I recall, I got a good deal on it. Thanks!
Thanks for posting, Mike. The bike sounds really good. Fuel leak will be very easily solved. I have taken to using an almost clear fuel line from the auto parts stores and is sold pre-packaged in 2 foot lengths. It's in the small engine section of the store. It is very supple, like surgical tubing, and easily conforms to any fitting or geometry, and usually no clamps are required. Thanks again for posting.
Heidenau are very good value for money.
Hey, Mike, nice little ride und funny scratches on the street from main stand at running engine… I love it… greetings from rainy northern Germany Manfred
Congratulations for the firt test ride! Great choice of Haidenau Tyres, I am already seeing forward to hear how they do the job.
Best regards from Croatia!
Oddly enough when you said it feels high when riding it reminds me of when I first rode my Bonnie,sounds similar a sound you never forget❤️
Sounds like you solved the problem with spigot & the fuel lines being to hard & hook them up from bottom.
Beautiful bike.
Triumphs forever.
RR check out Mike's orange Norton, it's a peach. U know me orange or yellow bikes.
That kiwi Russell Wright set a land speed World 🌎 Record in 1955 on a Vincent Black Lightning ⚡ on a damp but drying road near Christchurch NZ 🇳🇿.185.1mph did 3 runs then bolted a side car on to it & HIS Scottish mate did 170mph.
Russel worked in UK & bought the Black Lightning ⚡ new in UK the same price of a one bedroom flat in UK & brought it back home to NZ 🇳🇿.
Look it up on line there is some grainy footage of the record being set Lightning ⚡ sounds like 2stroke.
Bike looking great outside Mike 👌
Nice to see her running tires look good ,fuel pipes only now good times ahead..
The Triumph sounds nice! Good work!
I know they aren't the best looking, but I like using mini hose clamps on the fuel lines. They work great. I use black fuel line too, find it stays more malleable.
Sounding good, Mike! 👍🏻
Just hearing the bike sounds great, little test drive as well “ Bonus “ thanks Mike. Ray🇬🇧
You must have been so anxious to get a ride on that Triumph, Mike!
Hi Mike great video as always when are we going to see more on the black Norton outings I have a 1969 g reg commando ex gus Kuhn Brighton motor show bike it was never shown there the copper plated battery Cover and oil tank never came on time for the build so I bought the commando in part exchange with my norton atlas I have never looked back
Hi Mike, I also fitted Heidenau tires on my Navigator and I am very pleased with them.
Norton Navigator? I bought one new in the 60’s…..OK, a lot of noise but I couldn’t keep up with a 250cc Ariel Arrow! I swapped it in for a 650ss! 🇬🇧
That painfully reminds me of my very first bike, a Triumph Tiger Cub, that had a fuel line fault while I was riding it. The first I knew was flames around my nether regions, and shortly after getting quickly off, it was totally destroyed in a matter of minutes. Leaking fuel is a no-no to me. Fortunately for you it was noticed before riding away
sounds great!
Very attractive bike.
Nice bike that Mike. Never a fan of clear plastic fuel pipe and u can never have 2 many hose clamps. Old mariners rule double clamps everywhere.
Mother (In an Alan Bennett type voice): "What's all this 'reaching out' Michael? Your not Carey Grant on Rushmore you know. As for getting into bed with Europeans , stealing my dusting cloth and stinking the place out with petrol, Discarding of tyre safety features, whats come over you lad? Just you wait till yer Father gets 'ome."
Beautiful bike and sounds great.I think American versions of British bikes tend to look cooler,but that's just my opinion!
Did you put new exhaust pipes on the triumph 650 ? If so where did you purchase them from ? Thanks I enjoy your videos
Hi Stan, sorry, but I didn’t buy them. They were already on the bike when I got them. I think the previous owner actually had them chrome plated! They look to be in really good condition. I know he had the head pipes and a lot of other items complicated I think he also did the mufflers/Silence. Best wishes, Mike.
Yes, those crimp ferrules are not substantial enough to press that thick walled stiff tubing against the pipes.
Don't risk using them at all. The flammability of gasoline is not to be underestimated while underway, or worse, in your garage.
I must admit I've used black fuel line with stainless clamps, although clear pipes do look better.
I had a blue 73 tiger. Always a one kick starter. Would kick and kick my 72 combat and finally get off that one and jump on the Triumph and go. Something to be said about a single carb bike.
I have a 71 bonnie oif. Repatriated from the states back to Meriden in the uk where I live. I wanted fuel lines with the metal braiding but had a similar experience of leaks until I fettled for what seams like ages. I now have a leak free system but if I have to remove or mess about with them it takes ages to get back to leak free. I was tempted to replace with the clear ones when I started to watch your series but now I’m not so sure. I wonder if dipping the ends in hot water before fitting would help to keep them supple for fitting. Good luck!
She is a beauty though.
The leaking fuel isn't really a problem, just get some asbestos riding pants.
Michael, the clear fuel lines don't look right to me, would they have been that way from the factory on this bike?
I’ve got heidenau tires on my r90 , first time trying them, curious to know really if they are better or worse than other tires like metzler, or continental as far as performance goes?
Fantastic. I have an identical bike here in UK. Same year same colour. I prefer your higher bars could anyone point me in the direction so I can order some please.
Hi. Mike mentioned a link to the clamp on bar mirror but I cannot find it. Anyone see it? Thanks
Oops, sorry Gary. I must’ve forgot to put a link in. I’m down at The Barber Museum at the moment, but here is the product. I got it from the Bonneville shop.
Triumph Norton BSA Universal Chrome Round Mirror (1) Right or Left PN# TBS-4159 Z
Thanks Mike for the reply. I think I saw the mirror there so will buy it today. I"d love to see more videos of the 72 Triumph. Keep up the great work. @@TheMightyGarage
I saw those but I still have the original switch housings on my bike so would need a clamp on. Thanks
Those fuel pipes are really badly made! Hazardous even. I believe you said that they were quite expensive too?
could have been a flamer with that gas leak
Seriously the diameter of those fuel lines is comical.