If you like this video you might also like our Low Budget Classic Motorcycle Restoration Series where we take a BSA rolling chassis and box of engine parts, then build it up to a bike that can be used everyday, we call it The Everyday Bike ua-cam.com/play/PLLaaC3JrqSLAHvKe2Z5jSDY4Dp5EZqFOs.html
This is a great channel... Down to earth blokes in faded overalls, working on daily rider bikes, no crap 'music', trying to be cool, my heart gladdens when I hear the phrase, " I don't want to spend much money on it", please keep doing this if you can... Thanks...
I worked in a Triumph shop as a mechanic in the late 70s. I did something to every T150 and t160 we sold. The bikes are amazing but at the time the build quality was rubbish. Not only that the quality of the individual components was suspect as well. There is really nothing like a well sorted and well tuned Triumph triple. It's not at all like a Japanese multi. It make power right off idle. It has a wonderful throaty growl. The weight is carried low for a bike that handles quite well. The Trident T160 was the best of the lot with the bigger tank (they are thirsty) and the electric start. The padding on the seat, just behind the gas tank is quite thin owing to the height of the bigger battery (or was that the first aid kit just under the seat.) It has been a few years and my memory is fuzzy on that detail.
You removed the chain entirely. I screamed Noooo! There is so much additional work when installing a new chain w/o the old in place. I always keep the old one there and then hook up the new one and pull it through. Yes it kind of gets in the way on occasion but the savings of time is well worth it. Great vids.
My Dad was an aircraft engine mechanic back in the day of Radial engines, and later on in life I did the same thing. He and I shared a love of motorcycles and he encouraged me to start racing them when I was 14. I did Trials, Motocross and Hill Climbs mainly with BSA's, then Yamaha and Honda. He and I did all my engine work, in exactly the same fashion you do it today so I appreciate watching your work and attention to detail a great deal. It's a pleasurer to watch a craftsman ply his trade, well done.
This video is awesome! After a 20+ year nap I went through the same awakening with my T160 5 years ago. Tank, carbs, forks, brakes were all redone. After kicking it through to circulate the new oil, I opened the taps, tickled the carbs, hit the starter button, and..it fired right up like it was brand new. What a thrill! A good cleanup was all it needed for a 1st place trophy at the Triumph rally in Oley, PA. Having only 2,300 miles since new did make the recommission easy though as there weren't any worn out parts to replace. I see there's a Rita Lucas electronic ignition there- I installed a Tri-Spark Classic on mine and it made a huge difference. The bike runs so much better with the Tri-Spark. I can't wait to see the rest of this video series!
I'm 59 years old now. Back when I was in my teens and twenties, I worked on a lot of bikes. Hondas and the like. Watching this channel makes me want to get into it again. It was a lot of fun. I would want an old British bike to work on. There the best.
It takes quite a long time to get this complex machine back in order. The type of engine that deserved 6 gears to relieve heat in the central cylinder on long journeys, maintaining an average of 80 hour miles for a long period in the summer. It is a historic piece of English engineering. I can't wait to see it working and being stretched on the track. Thank you again.
Underside of mudguards i always clean off rust, then paint with Silver Hamarite. Protects for years. Great Vid on my own hobby, thanks. My first bike, Commando Fastback L.R. (Long Range= large steel tank, rare), 1972, £340.
I had an older friend at the time purchased one of these new in the late 60's, I did not have the vision or foresight he had at the time. Beautiful bike then as it is now. Enjoying another wonderful cleanup and rebuild of another classic bike.
I remember these as brand new in the mid-1970s. I loved them from the first look. Still absolutely beautiful, it will be nice to see this back on the highway.
Did your company check that the conrod nuts are not of the piecrust-pattern? If not, mayhem will occur one day or another. It happened to me on my T160. The problem is that when the conrods was produced and line bored at the bottom end, cheap nuts was used. It was not supposed to be used in a production engine. Take the sump plate off and inspect this. It is quite an effort to dismantle a T160 engine, but this simple check can save money in the long run. My T160 suffered from such a failure, Hole in the crank-case, almost threw a rod, because the rod-cap lost one of it's bolts due to fatigue. I had a conversation with a former employee at the Triumph works about this. This must not be neglected.
Your video series comes just in time! Last week I bought a 1969 Triumph T150 Trident in parts. Someone started a restoration some 25 years ago. Engine was already overhauled. Looking forward to your tips and tricks !
Back in the 70s a guy where i was working owned a T150..I was just 16 and riding a FS1E...One lunchtime he gave me the key to his T150 and said take it around the carpark...Think i had a biggest grin for the rest of the day. Another memory was riding pillion on the same bike to Brands Hatch and being scared...Now looking for Trident to restore. Great channel BTW..
Just discovered this and subscribed straight away. I'm 58 with a 2011 Thruxton, although I previously had a Laverda RGS and Montjuic. I've recently been diagnosed with menieres disease, which gives me terrible dizziness and sickness attacks without warning, along with deafness. So I'm not biking, cycling or driving for now. Your video helps maintain my enthusiasm for old bikes though. Thankyou looking forward to more episodes.
I bought a T160V in late 1975 - fantastic bike! It had annular exhausts rather than the pea shooters and they were solid mounted. The result was that they cracked around the mountings. I had both replaced under warranty but the new ones cracked just like the originals. I had to have the cracks brazed but they were always a a weak point. I had the head off and did some porting as the centre ports were narrower than the side ones. I also fitted a Boyer ignition which made it more reliable and improved the top end performance. I needed to raise some money for a car so I sold it - I so wish that I had been able to keep it.
February 28, 2021. Beautiful, sunny day. Ideal for the 1st fun run of the year. Unfortunately my bike is in bits in a London attic. Bugger! Been there for 30 years... Enjoying this build already. A proper restoration for a road bike. Concours builds end up in museums or maybe an occasional run to a bike show. Where's the fun in that? Guitars should be played, and bikes should be ridden. (Not at the same time, of course. Seem to remember an Arlo Guthrie song about that from a good while ago). Nice one, Dave. 🔧
Glad to see this bike on the bench. I have a 74 t150. If I had this bike this much apart I believe I would rebuild the master cylinders and replace the fork seals if it had sat for 8 years.
Woohoo...here we go again👍👍. I must say that I don't own a British bike ( Italiophile ) but look forward to every new video you put up. Keep up the great work. Cheers.
Another great video. Would love to see Dave doing a beginning of season workup of his commando. I have a 72 750 languishing in France. It will be a long while till I get back to her. Basic checkover and pre run maintenance video would be great.
Loved these bikes since my dad had one when I was a kid 40 odd years ago and I have just bought one myself that needs a bit of work so I’m interested to see what you do and hoping to pick up some tips. Thanks for sharing 👍
Great video as always, It has inspired me to get my T120 back on the road, twenty years ! where did that time go ! I still start in up and kick it over regularly, damn clutch has stuck solid though ! Also the K70 tyres have rotted out on the sidewalls, probably because I got WD40 on them when I sprayed the wheels.
May I suggest a modification while you're recommissioning this T160 Trident? On my 1974 T150V I have installed a Dave Madigan oil cooler thermostat. This thermostat enables the engine to warm up much more quickly than without. One of the problems of running a classic motorcycle these days is that they are no longer used for long runs, and without a thermostat the engine oil is over-cooled.
Really enjoy your videos.I used to own a 1974 850 Norton. Bought it new from the dealer in Vancouver BC Canada for $ 2136.00 including Taxs .lol ,the good old days.Sorry I sold that bike.
Really looking forward to seeing this series. Sensible, clear instructions from Dave. Personally I wouldn’t mind if there were no speeded up bits to the video, even if it meant that it was half an hour long.
Thanks for your feedback Simon, yes, we've taken that feedback on board and slowed the videos down a lot recently, I think the Bantam Part 1 was the peak of our high speed videos.
Looking forward to the next update. Thanks for putting these videos up. You have piqued my interest and am now on the hunt for a inexpensive bike to restore back to life.
Dave, I’m new to your channel ( A65 ). I owned a 74 Trident ( Breadbox tank ) in 76 so to see this T160 brought back heaps of memories. It’s just sad to see that the modern Trident is a 650 learner bike. Looking forward to the rest of the restoration, from Down Under.
Haha; depends what comes into the workshop SRR, so many things have to line up when we do these projects. But your suggestion is noted. We really do remember them all so keep 'em coming!
As you say, the engine is a bit of a lump. When you ride the bike you feel like you're on a really big bike with the gearbox being so wide and your feet wide apart. I had a go of my mates T150 in the 70's after jumping off my Tiger Cub. Did a pull out of a roundabout and pulled the throttle back. Nothing happened until it hit about 2,500rpm and then it slid me to the back of the seat hanging on for life. One issue with that bike was that the front disc was chrome plated and was a bit of a problem when half of it wore off. Good solid touring bike but heavy engine . Thanks for posting your work and advice Dave its really interesting and useful.
I had a T160 in the early '80s but could never get the push rod tubes to seal even using Norman Hyde seal kit. Interested to see how this one goes back together. Great bike but heavy
Great start. My, I wish I could work that fast lol. I've not heard of the grease method for removing brake pistons. I usually use compressed air. Take it steady 👍
I noticed the engine has drilled rocker bolts and cylinder head, so wonder if it was raced or the engine is not the original? I have a 1969 T150 I bought in about the same condition and I have done a sympathetic restoration which has kept the character of the bike rather than a concours rebuild so just love riding it here in Australia and easily keeps up with newer bikes, Cheers!
Another great video - keep up the good work! A suggestion from me for a future video would be on front fork maintenance, including modern fork oil selection and quantity of fork oil to use. Thanks!
@@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel Excellent news..... I am particularly interested to understand how the oil recommended in the original workshop manuals compare with the use of modern fork oils i.e. quantity and grade (10w, 20w or 30w). I am working on a Triumph TR6C. Thanks,
Hi - its me again, I commented on the budget A65 video. If you want to know what serial restorer/know it all me looks like, look at the photo of the gold T150 at the beginning of the video. I am the guy with the blue/black/white jacket looking into the top box of my 95 Thunderbird 900! Great video as always. John Deaville.
Once again a great video. The ubiquitous “that’ll clean up nicely” - but how! Could Dave give a bit more detail please? Clean up with a wire brush? Metal polish? In a bead blaster? Wet and dry paper? Would love a bit more instruction as to ‘how’! Many thanks anyway, when’s the next episode? Neil.
Hey Neil, thanks for watching. Yeah, that's coming up, we've filmed it, but we're not there yet. Part 2 will be out on the weekend, we're working on it now. It's a long one :)
Hi Mr. Dave. I started to watch all your videos. They are all funtastic. Love to watch. I have a question with my 1991 Royal Enfield Bullet 350. I start it every morning. But to get it started, most of the time, I need to do some 20 kicks. Sometimes it starts in 3 or 4 kicks after Ammeter is set to middle position, then it turns off and need further 20 - 25 kicks. But, the spark plug fires right on Power stroke, the carburettor is good, there is always fuel and all other needs are met. Why is it still needing 20 or more kicks? If there is fuel, and the spark plug is firing at the right moment in power stroke, why doesn't the motorcycle start? Any thought on this? Your time to reply my query is much appreciated. With love from India...
I worked in a Triumph shop as a mechanic in the late 70s. The T160 is a great bike and if you ever get a chance to sample one you will be surprised how nice they are and how unlike a Japanese multi they are. On a T160 you need to replace the clutch pull rod bearing. They run dry and the T150 and T160 all put undue pressure on this bearing even with the clutch adjusted properly. Just saying.
Your videos are really interesting. Thats a lovely bike that needs to be back on the road. I am looking forward to the next part. Can you let us know how much it costs to complete the work please.
As far as the brakes- If the master cylinder still pumps just remove the caliper from the bracket ( leave the brake hose connected ) and then operate the master cylinder. It should force the pistons out.
As somebody said at the beginnings of these comments this bike will need valves and guides perhaps pistons and rebore, perhaps not. Oil pressure has to be checked on a working engine at normal working temp, most of them need new mains and big ends after all this time, specially if they weren't refurbished in the meantime. So for me just to be on a safe side, I'd take an engine apart, because all the seals are shot anyway, not only pushrod tubes seals but seals in primary as well. It would be really sad to finish all these work you are planning and get 5 psi or less of oil pressure on hot idling engine. No easy or cheep way with old Tridents.
a friend had a T150 back in Scotland then my FIL had 2 T160s; I really liked the shape and look of the 160 but thought it lacked power; Norton commando far superior machine, great video!
It will need new valves and guides, rings and a rebore for starters, and by the time they've finished, will have spent nearly £4000 on top of the cost of the bike, which was probably £6000. Sadly it will still be overweight and underpowered, but still, better looking than a Commando. I'll get my coat...
If you like this video you might also like our Low Budget Classic Motorcycle Restoration Series where we take a BSA rolling chassis and box of engine parts, then build it up to a bike that can be used everyday, we call it The Everyday Bike ua-cam.com/play/PLLaaC3JrqSLAHvKe2Z5jSDY4Dp5EZqFOs.html
This is a great channel... Down to earth blokes in faded overalls, working on daily rider bikes, no crap 'music', trying to be cool, my heart gladdens when I hear the phrase, " I don't want to spend much money on it", please keep doing this if you can...
Thanks...
Comment of the day right there Kieran, thanks for your kind words :)
I worked in a Triumph shop as a mechanic in the late 70s. I did something to every T150 and t160 we sold. The bikes are amazing but at the time the build quality was rubbish. Not only that the quality of the individual components was suspect as well. There is really nothing like a well sorted and well tuned Triumph triple. It's not at all like a Japanese multi. It make power right off idle. It has a wonderful throaty growl. The weight is carried low for a bike that handles quite well. The Trident T160 was the best of the lot with the bigger tank (they are thirsty) and the electric start. The padding on the seat, just behind the gas tank is quite thin owing to the height of the bigger battery (or was that the first aid kit just under the seat.) It has been a few years and my memory is fuzzy on that detail.
You removed the chain entirely. I screamed Noooo! There is so much additional work when installing a new chain w/o the old in place. I always keep the old one there and then hook up the new one and pull it through. Yes it kind of gets in the way on occasion but the savings of time is well worth it. Great vids.
My Dad was an aircraft engine mechanic back in the day of Radial engines, and later on in life I did the same thing. He and I shared a love of motorcycles and he encouraged me to start racing them when I was 14. I did Trials, Motocross and Hill Climbs mainly with BSA's, then Yamaha and Honda.
He and I did all my engine work, in exactly the same fashion you do it today so I appreciate watching your work and attention to detail a great deal. It's a pleasurer to watch a craftsman ply his trade, well done.
Tridents are beautiful bikes.
This video is awesome! After a 20+ year nap I went through the same awakening with my T160 5 years ago. Tank, carbs, forks, brakes were all redone. After kicking it through to circulate the new oil, I opened the taps, tickled the carbs, hit the starter button, and..it fired right up like it was brand new. What a thrill! A good cleanup was all it needed for a 1st place trophy at the Triumph rally in Oley, PA. Having only 2,300 miles since new did make the recommission easy though as there weren't any worn out parts to replace. I see there's a Rita Lucas electronic ignition there- I installed a Tri-Spark Classic on mine and it made a huge difference. The bike runs so much better with the Tri-Spark. I can't wait to see the rest of this video series!
I'm 59 years old now. Back when I was in my teens and twenties, I worked on a lot of bikes. Hondas and the like. Watching this channel makes me want to get into it again. It was a lot of fun. I would want an old British bike to work on. There the best.
It takes quite a long time to get this complex machine back in order. The type of engine that deserved 6 gears to relieve heat in the central cylinder on long journeys, maintaining an average of 80 hour miles for a long period in the summer. It is a historic piece of English engineering. I can't wait to see it working and being stretched on the track. Thank you again.
Underside of mudguards i always clean off rust, then paint with Silver Hamarite. Protects for years. Great Vid on my own hobby, thanks. My first bike, Commando Fastback L.R. (Long Range= large steel tank, rare), 1972, £340.
What more do I want on a Sunday morning watching this with a cup of tea 😊👍
I had an older friend at the time purchased one of these new in the late 60's, I did not have the vision or foresight he had at the time. Beautiful bike then as it is now. Enjoying another wonderful cleanup and rebuild of another classic bike.
I remember these as brand new in the mid-1970s. I loved them from the first look. Still absolutely beautiful, it will be nice to see this back on the highway.
Did your company check that the conrod nuts are not of the piecrust-pattern? If not, mayhem will occur one day or another. It happened to me on my T160. The problem is that when the conrods was produced and line bored at the bottom end, cheap nuts was used. It was not supposed to be used in a production engine. Take the sump plate off and inspect this. It is quite an effort to dismantle a T160 engine, but this simple check can save money in the long run. My T160 suffered from such a failure, Hole in the crank-case, almost threw a rod, because the rod-cap lost one of it's bolts due to fatigue. I had a conversation with a former employee at the Triumph works about this. This must not be neglected.
Your video series comes just in time! Last week I bought a 1969 Triumph T150 Trident in parts. Someone started a restoration some 25 years ago. Engine was already overhauled. Looking forward to your tips and tricks !
Back in the 70s a guy where i was working owned a T150..I was just 16 and riding a FS1E...One lunchtime he
gave me the key to his T150 and said take it around the carpark...Think i had a biggest grin for the rest of the day.
Another memory was riding pillion on the same bike to Brands Hatch and being scared...Now looking for Trident to restore.
Great channel BTW..
Great story Ant, thanks for sharing :)
So glad to get this channel recommended on the home page. Really enjoyable and informative, can't wait to get through the older videos.
Nice tip on the seized caliper piston grease gun trick. Also loved to see some Commando views!
Another Commando fan :)
@@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel Me too ! :-)
Just discovered this and subscribed straight away. I'm 58 with a 2011 Thruxton, although I previously had a Laverda RGS and Montjuic. I've recently been diagnosed with menieres disease, which gives me terrible dizziness and sickness attacks without warning, along with deafness. So I'm not biking, cycling or driving for now. Your video helps maintain my enthusiasm for old bikes though. Thankyou looking forward to more episodes.
Hi Robert, sorry to hear about that! Hope you get back in the saddle asap :)
Nicely done. Looking forward to the next episode. Thank you for taking the time to share your knowledge with us.
Thanks for your nice comments Larry!
Superb as usual. Can’t wait for the next episode.
Hey, thanks for saying and checking in!
I bought a T160V in late 1975 - fantastic bike! It had annular exhausts rather than the pea shooters and they were solid mounted. The result was that they cracked around the mountings. I had both replaced under warranty but the new ones cracked just like the originals. I had to have the cracks brazed but they were always a a weak point. I had the head off and did some porting as the centre ports were narrower than the side ones. I also fitted a Boyer ignition which made it more reliable and improved the top end performance. I needed to raise some money for a car so I sold it - I so wish that I had been able to keep it.
Love this bike! I’ve never ridden or worked on a British bike but looking into getting one so I’m watching to learn.
Thanks for the vids.
February 28, 2021. Beautiful, sunny day. Ideal for the 1st fun run of the year. Unfortunately my bike is in bits in a London attic. Bugger! Been there for 30 years... Enjoying this build already. A proper restoration for a road bike. Concours builds end up in museums or maybe an occasional run to a bike show. Where's the fun in that? Guitars should be played, and bikes should be ridden. (Not at the same time, of course. Seem to remember an Arlo Guthrie song about that from a good while ago). Nice one, Dave. 🔧
Great video, and thanks for no loud music or swearing.
Glad you liked it!
As per usual. Brilliant work mate . Love these series. Cheers
Brillant helpful documentary - thank you
Glad to see this bike on the bench. I have a 74 t150. If I had this bike this much apart I believe I would rebuild the master cylinders and replace the fork seals if it had sat for 8 years.
Hey Mitch, you're 100% right! Stay tuned :)
Woohoo...here we go again👍👍. I must say that I don't own a British bike ( Italiophile ) but look forward to every new video you put up. Keep up the great work. Cheers.
Another great video. Would love to see Dave doing a beginning of season workup of his commando. I have a 72 750 languishing in France. It will be a long while till I get back to her. Basic checkover and pre run maintenance video would be great.
I've got a T160 and T150 that I haven't used for some years .. so looking forward to this video 🇬🇧
It's like it was made for you Paul!
@@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel yes you could say that 😄
Loved these bikes since my dad had one when I was a kid 40 odd years ago and I have just bought one myself that needs a bit of work so I’m interested to see what you do and hoping to pick up some tips.
Thanks for sharing 👍
Great video as always, It has inspired me to get my T120 back on the road, twenty years ! where did that time go ! I still start in up and kick it over regularly, damn clutch has stuck solid though ! Also the K70 tyres have rotted out on the sidewalls, probably because I got WD40 on them when I sprayed the wheels.
May I suggest a modification while you're recommissioning this T160 Trident? On my 1974 T150V I have installed a Dave Madigan oil cooler thermostat. This thermostat enables the engine to warm up much more quickly than without. One of the problems of running a classic motorcycle these days is that they are no longer used for long runs, and without a thermostat the engine oil is over-cooled.
Fantastic to see a new project
Look forward to the next video
Really enjoy your videos.I used to own a 1974 850 Norton. Bought it new from the dealer in Vancouver BC Canada for $ 2136.00 including Taxs .lol ,the good old days.Sorry I sold that bike.
I have been looking forward to this video.
Love what you guys are doing, keep it up.
Can´t wait for the next video!!!
Thanks Mattias!
really enjoying these videos. as an apprentice mechanic i was given a very exciting pillion ride on one of these bikes, what a noise.
Thanks for your nice comments Keith!
You guys never fail to please.
Really looking forward to seeing this series. Sensible, clear instructions from Dave. Personally I wouldn’t mind if there were no speeded up bits to the video, even if it meant that it was half an hour long.
Thanks for your feedback Simon, yes, we've taken that feedback on board and slowed the videos down a lot recently, I think the Bantam Part 1 was the peak of our high speed videos.
Just seen episode one. Very interesting and very enjoyable, thank you. Can’t wait for the next one.
Glad you enjoyed it Jamie :)
what a joy to watch!
Looking forward to the next update. Thanks for putting these videos up. You have piqued my interest and am now on the hunt for a inexpensive bike to restore back to life.
Thanks for your nice comments G Starr!
I like this Channel and look forward to following this project and no doubt the next one as well.
Thanks for your kind words and watching the videos :)
Dave, I’m new to your channel ( A65 ). I owned a 74 Trident ( Breadbox tank ) in 76 so to see this T160 brought back heaps of memories. It’s just sad to see that the modern Trident is a 650 learner bike. Looking forward to the rest of the restoration, from Down Under.
Right on Bob, thanks for checking in!
Great production!
Another great video, Dave and crew.
Glad you enjoyed it Joel!
i see the right hand tap on the tank is/was leaking and lifting the paint so nice to see bikes that have not been touched to much .
Love this channel, waiting for a 67 t120r video so I can finally figure out how to start fixing mine.
Haha; depends what comes into the workshop SRR, so many things have to line up when we do these projects. But your suggestion is noted. We really do remember them all so keep 'em coming!
Really enjoy these videos ....
Very interesting bike going to enjoy following this. Great part one.
Glad you enjoyed it George :)
Another top video chaps 👍 looking forward to the next episode
Thanks 👍
Thanks for great videos and helpful tips 👍😁
My friend owned 1 let me ride it what a magnificent motorcycle surprised how fast and easy to handle
Yes......they need to be used out on the open road...not just polished up to looked at, great channel.
Another enjoyable video! Thank you for posting it!
Aaaah yes! A new series😍
As you say, the engine is a bit of a lump. When you ride the bike you feel like you're on a really big bike with the gearbox being so wide and your feet wide apart. I had a go of my mates T150 in the 70's after jumping off my Tiger Cub. Did a pull out of a roundabout and pulled the throttle back. Nothing happened until it hit about 2,500rpm and then it slid me to the back of the seat hanging on for life. One issue with that bike was that the front disc was chrome plated and was a bit of a problem when half of it wore off. Good solid touring bike but heavy engine . Thanks for posting your work and advice Dave its really interesting and useful.
I had a T160 in the early '80s but could never get the push rod tubes to seal even using Norman Hyde seal kit. Interested to see how this one goes back together. Great bike but heavy
Gosh I have Avon Roadriders on my Triumph Thruxton. It's a brand new 2009 bike! Gorgeous Trident.
Great start. My, I wish I could work that fast lol. I've not heard of the grease method for removing brake pistons. I usually use compressed air. Take it steady 👍
Thanks for sharing, I love your videos
Glad you like them Rémi, that's nice of you to say :)
Canted forward-can you say BSA?
Oh,the British motorcycle industry.
Love this channel
Right on Billy! Thanks for your lovely comments!
great content
I noticed the engine has drilled rocker bolts and cylinder head, so wonder if it was raced or the engine is not the original? I have a 1969 T150 I bought in about the same condition and I have done a sympathetic restoration which has kept the character of the bike rather than a concours rebuild so just love riding it here in Australia and easily keeps up with newer bikes, Cheers!
Had another vid going on ! Nice video great sound!!!!
Had to read your comments multiple times, but glad you worked that out Olivier!
Another great video - keep up the good work! A suggestion from me for a future video would be on front fork maintenance, including modern fork oil selection and quantity of fork oil to use. Thanks!
Good suggestions there, we're working on the forks on this Triumph at the moment :)
@@TheClassicMotorcycleChannel Excellent news..... I am particularly interested to understand how the oil recommended in the original workshop manuals compare with the use of modern fork oils i.e. quantity and grade (10w, 20w or 30w). I am working on a Triumph TR6C. Thanks,
My favourite bike of all time, in my favourite colours. Looking forward to how it turns out.
Look forward to this
I Had a custom T160 in the 80s called the tyne trident the bike featured in Bike magazine wish i new were the bike was now.
Be interesting to see where that bike is now!
Hi - its me again, I commented on the budget A65 video. If you want to know what serial restorer/know it all me looks like, look at the photo of the gold T150 at the beginning of the video. I am the guy with the blue/black/white jacket looking into the top box of my 95 Thunderbird 900! Great video as always. John Deaville.
What are the chances of that John!
This is going to be another good build .....😁
In my day this was the bike to have 👍👍👍, often pined for but never owned one 😭😭.
My triumph of choice - T150 middle cylinder valves were a pain and these engines were suppose to be the solution?
Beautiful spoked rims.
nice video👍 thank you
Once again a great video. The ubiquitous “that’ll clean up nicely” - but how! Could Dave give a bit more detail please? Clean up with a wire brush? Metal polish? In a bead blaster? Wet and dry paper? Would love a bit more instruction as to ‘how’!
Many thanks anyway, when’s the next episode?
Neil.
Hey Neil, thanks for watching. Yeah, that's coming up, we've filmed it, but we're not there yet. Part 2 will be out on the weekend, we're working on it now. It's a long one :)
Can't wait!!
Great videos. What grease gun would you recommend for my 57 Matchless G3LS? Many thanks 🙏🏻
Hi Mr. Dave. I started to watch all your videos. They are all funtastic. Love to watch. I have a question with my 1991 Royal Enfield Bullet 350. I start it every morning. But to get it started, most of the time, I need to do some 20 kicks. Sometimes it starts in 3 or 4 kicks after Ammeter is set to middle position, then it turns off and need further 20 - 25 kicks. But, the spark plug fires right on Power stroke, the carburettor is good, there is always fuel and all other needs are met. Why is it still needing 20 or more kicks? If there is fuel, and the spark plug is firing at the right moment in power stroke, why doesn't the motorcycle start? Any thought on this? Your time to reply my query is much appreciated.
With love from India...
Very good ,i own one triumph motorcicle trophy 1200 1994.
I worked in a Triumph shop as a mechanic in the late 70s. The T160 is a great bike and if you ever get a chance to sample one you will be surprised how nice they are and how unlike a Japanese multi they are. On a T160 you need to replace the clutch pull rod bearing. They run dry and the T150 and T160 all put undue pressure on this bearing even with the clutch adjusted properly. Just saying.
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I'd like to see Dave finish off a 1942 BSA M20. And funnily enough I have a BSA M20 the exact same year in my garage that needs finishing off.
What do I think of your videos? I want to be your assistant. Unfortunately I’m in Florida. I could watch your videos all day. Thanks for making them.
Haha, right on James! (from Alex)
Your videos are really interesting. Thats a lovely bike that needs to be back on the road. I am looking forward to the next part. Can you let us know how much it costs to complete the work please.
Hey, thanks for watching and your comments. This is a client bike so if he says we can we will.
Dave? Is that your professional opinion ? It's a big old lump? It kinda is. Lol. Great video, lots of insider info.
As far as the brakes- If the master cylinder still pumps just remove the caliper from the bracket ( leave the brake hose connected ) and then operate the master cylinder. It should force the pistons out.
I have the exact same bike. belonged to my grandpa.need to bring it back to life. Can I get spares?
Wouldn't simply pumping the brake lever with the pads out of the caliper have the same effect as the grease gun thing?
Hi Nigel, they were completely frozen stuck and pumping the brake lever did nothing, but if they weren't rusted frozen yes, that would work...
Restoring a 71 t25ss, how do I remove the header pipe from the engine e?
As somebody said at the beginnings of these comments this bike will need valves and guides perhaps pistons and rebore, perhaps not. Oil pressure has to be checked on a working engine at normal working temp, most of them need new mains and big ends after all this time, specially if they weren't refurbished in the meantime. So for me just to be on a safe side, I'd take an engine apart, because all the seals are shot anyway, not only pushrod tubes seals but seals in primary as well. It would be really sad to finish all these work you are planning and get 5 psi or less of oil pressure on hot idling engine. No easy or cheep way with old Tridents.
Is there any reason why you cannot use the hydraulic system to pump the pistons out of the calliper?
Hey, yeah, they're completely frozen solid with rust, the bike doesn't every roll properly. Levers are frozen too
What about air and a wedge method slowly cranking pressure?
a friend had a T150 back in Scotland then my FIL had 2 T160s; I really liked the shape and look of the 160 but thought it lacked power; Norton commando far superior machine, great video!
It will need new valves and guides, rings and a rebore for starters, and by the time they've finished, will have spent nearly £4000 on top of the cost of the bike, which was probably £6000.
Sadly it will still be overweight and underpowered, but still, better looking than a Commando. I'll get my coat...
Hi sue, is it sue that’s a big assumption you’ve made there unless you know the bike at all
£4000 hahahaha yes can I have all solid gold parts please....
Wohoo let's go lol 😆
Love your videos a bit like wheeler dealers before they screwed it up
Those are very humbling comment right there, that show is excellent!
Wish it was mine,,,lol.
Did you race at Westwood in Vancouver in 70 -80s I was with Alan Demet
I work on Alan t160 the good days
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