I really appreciate the straight forward delivery of the content - no 3-D graphics flying through the screen, classic rock soundtracks ... just Dave workin' on the bike. :-) Kudos to the production team!
Just re-commissioned a 1969 T150 in pretty much the same condition, even has the original ray guns! I was tempted to do a complete ground up job but instead have kept all the "patina" of it's age and it looks great. Had heaps of old Triumphs as a youngster but now at 68 I think I have a bit more patience to work on these bikes and I love it! Looking out for my next one, Cheers from Australia.
If someone from the Discovery channel hasn’t been in contact with you by the end of this year then I’ll be surprised. The highlight of my viewing week is Sunday night when I really learn something new from an excellent teacher. Keep it up Dave and crew.
Hope not just imagine all the false drama they would dream up and people throwing spanners about and people making sparks with grinders and their usual dead line crap.
Thank you love the videos and the zen of not being discouraged if it doesn't immediately go to plan. Am after a Norton Commando to fill out the garage.
👏👏👏 couldn't put it better myself Dave. We do it for fun. Best therapy for well being and stress release. That's why I like watching. Too many shows on mainstream tv are always high pressure projects with stupidly unnecessary time constraints and just a business. Continue doing what you're doing mate it's relaxed entertainment 👍
I used to work on my bike in a rush. Always wanted to get it running asap. And the results were ok-ish, bu no pleasure in it. But now, being inspired by these videos, I tend to work on it slooowly, step-by-step, checking everything well and doing things properly. And the bike is now better than it has been even from the factory😁 Thank you, Dave!
Great work dave, you are right ,,its always a labour of love with any bike, and watching these complex designs being dismantled & reassembled so diligently you have to marvel as to the original concepts in r&d and eventual manufacture of every single functional component,, the trident is one serious bit of kit, thankyou for the edification ,
It's amazing how the state of your bike can influence your actual mood. Keep'em coming Dave and co. we all look forward to the next vid. As usual, brilliant!
The tips are like gold, just hope they sink in. I know this takes lots of effort and time, thanks Dave. Would be nice to know a bit about the people filming, editing and voice over - the production seems to good for UA-cam.
These videos are very helpful for me! I’m doing my first bike renovation (Yamaha TDR250) and Dave’s tips have increased my knowledge and confidence. Does Dave work for JCB? Noticed the logo on his overalls.
That's great news Trevor, glad they have been so helpful. Dave works for himself at Mitchell's Classics, may have had a contact at JCB once a long time ago. Thanks for watching the videos!
It's fun, Dave, unless the bike in question is your only means of transport. And then it's hell on wheels. The moral of the story? 2 bikes are better than 1... Keep up the good work.
Thanks Dave, really interesting as usual, the triple seems to complicate things a bit, putting the central piston down from above especially. As you say working on your bike is half the fun.
Another great video - Thanks. Would love to see a recommission of a Norton Commando like mine. It is languishing in France so no idea when I will ride her again. She will need to get some TLC once I get there. Any tips very welcome Cheers Nick
Last week i trade my CB750 1970 with 1975 emgine, for a T150T ( NG ) WAS STORED FOR 30 YEARS, but the person who trade my the motorcycle, ride it with out a complete service or revison and broke the primary chain after a 10 minutes ride in low gear, he told me , was when he apply second gear, side covers on engine are grey now, all bolts are rusted, i never believe in then trident as a classic motrcycle, but after this week of search for the main chain components, i understand that is not a common motorcycle, will loo for your fb page and share pictures.
Ooooh Dave, business must be booming, i see a big row of bikes lined up, if that’s so, really well done 👍, i hope you go from strength to strength man. Cracking video Dave, most enjoyable, i love those tyres and you took the words out of me mouth with the TT100 look 👀 alike tyres, they look great. As usual, great video.
I only recently discovered this series and have been enjoying every episode since, from the editing to the content itself, you are doing absolutely outstanding work. I was wondering about the advice concerning the copper grease; everything that sees any amount of thermal load, I agree, however on the axle pinch bolts or the caliper bolts for example, I had been advised to use MoS2-based grease. The reason being that copper, steel and aluminium don't really like each other 'galvanically', so to speak, whereas your average black bearing grease is chemically inert. Do you have any further insights in this regard?
I’m ecstatic that I have found your videos. I have just come in possession of a ‘76 Bonneville that has been sitting in storage for a few years. Following along with what you are doing will be immensely helpful with my project. Thank you so much for producing some outstanding content.
I've watched all (bar one) of these so far and it seems, to my ears at least, that you seem to keep referring to W-40 as opposed to WD-40. Am I hearing correctly or am I just going a bit. Mutt?
As always, excellent advice on maintaining a bike and workshop attitude. Had to do a catch up on videos as I’ve been working on the XT, all the back end in bits, but the engines’ back in. Now for some cleaning and rubbing back and painting. Thanks again
another gr8 vid, thx. When you were cleaning up the pistons you used WD40 and a scrubbing pad then there was a shot of using a spray on the outer barrels to clean them off, what was the cleaner used? brake cleaner?
Hi Dave , Hope that trident is going great , just thought id let you know , That CRC gasket stripper dissolves Carbon . Cheers, keep up the good work .
Something I meant to ask, the wheel Dave uses for cleaning on the right of his bench grinder; what is that and does it have any polishing paste on? Thanks
Another great video Dave (as always..) You've really done a thorough job of the recommission so it should make a great reliable bike. A lot of this, especially the rolling chassis, goes for most British classics with a little tweek here and there so it's all useful stuff and you've even converted me to Wellseal ! - I'm not really a triple man myself, each to his own of course but I believe that a bike shouldn't have any more than two cylinders ! - That being said I've always had a soft spot for the T160, it just looks right.
These videos are wonderful. Full of sage advice and tips learned by experience. I got my first bike, a Triumph Cub over 50 years ago now and learned a lot form the constant maintenance it needed. There is something special about working on your own bike and riding it rather than handing it over to the dealer that is much more satisfying. Dave Mitchell is like the Jack Hargreaves of old British Bikes. The videos are very relaxing to watch. I almost feel like getting a old Trident now. thanks very much and keep them coming.
I found an 81 Yamaha 400 xs. It’s in pieces but most of it is there. Watching your videos inspired me try to put it on the road again. While it’s not a British bike it shares many of the same characteristics. Your videos are a great guide helping me along the this journey. Thank you for providing such a great resource.
Really enjoying this series as I’m currently attempting to build a T160 from a pile of bits so find it very useful, especially as the manuals don’t always show you how to do things! Keep up the good work.
You can get re-prints of the old original Triumph manuals and parts lists, they are really helpful, personally I would forget the Haynes/Clymer manuals though, Cheers from Oz
I really appreciate the straight forward delivery of the content - no 3-D graphics flying through the screen, classic rock soundtracks ... just Dave workin' on the bike. :-) Kudos to the production team!
Just re-commissioned a 1969 T150 in pretty much the same condition, even has the original ray guns! I was tempted to do a complete ground up job but instead have kept all the "patina" of it's age and it looks great. Had heaps of old Triumphs as a youngster but now at 68 I think I have a bit more patience to work on these bikes and I love it! Looking out for my next one, Cheers from Australia.
If someone from the Discovery channel hasn’t been in contact with you by the end of this year then I’ll be surprised. The highlight of my viewing week is Sunday night when I really learn something new from an excellent teacher. Keep it up Dave and crew.
Hope not just imagine all the false drama they would dream up and people throwing spanners about and people making sparks with grinders and their usual dead line crap.
The tank on the Gold Star is a thing of beauty.😍 The emblem, the blue color, and the chrome, just gorgeous.😎👍 Can't wait to see you ride the Trident.
Dave you are doing a fantastic job reminds me of the old days really enjoying it thanks again
Thank you love the videos and the zen of not being discouraged if it doesn't immediately go to plan. Am after a Norton Commando to fill out the garage.
👏👏👏 couldn't put it better myself Dave. We do it for fun. Best therapy for well being and stress release. That's why I like watching. Too many shows on mainstream tv are always high pressure projects with stupidly unnecessary time constraints and just a business. Continue doing what you're doing mate it's relaxed entertainment 👍
I used to work on my bike in a rush. Always wanted to get it running asap. And the results were ok-ish, bu no pleasure in it. But now, being inspired by these videos, I tend to work on it slooowly, step-by-step, checking everything well and doing things properly. And the bike is now better than it has been even from the factory😁
Thank you, Dave!
Great work dave, you are right ,,its always a labour of love
with any bike, and watching these complex designs being
dismantled & reassembled so diligently you have to marvel
as to the original concepts in r&d and eventual manufacture
of every single functional component,, the trident is one
serious bit of kit, thankyou for the edification ,
I love old british bikes
It's amazing how the state of your bike can influence your actual mood. Keep'em coming Dave and co. we all look forward to the next vid. As usual, brilliant!
Great video.
Your candor , honesty and experience are appreciated.
Good stuff Dave, very practical, great camera work, can't wait to see her fire up!
Looking good Dave, all that cleanup is really making a difference in the appearance. I'm sure it will run and ride better too! Cheers.
The tips are like gold, just hope they sink in. I know this takes lots of effort and time, thanks Dave. Would be nice to know a bit about the people filming, editing and voice over - the production seems to good for UA-cam.
These videos are very helpful for me! I’m doing my first bike renovation (Yamaha TDR250) and Dave’s tips have increased my knowledge and confidence. Does Dave work for JCB? Noticed the logo on his overalls.
That's great news Trevor, glad they have been so helpful. Dave works for himself at Mitchell's Classics, may have had a contact at JCB once a long time ago. Thanks for watching the videos!
It seems that I did a top end rebuild on just about every Triumph T150 and T160 we sold.
If you get frustrated walk away! That was the best advice I ever got as a 17 year old mechanic." If you get angry go wash your hands"😁
It's fun, Dave, unless the bike in question is your only means of transport. And then it's hell on wheels. The moral of the story? 2 bikes are better than 1... Keep up the good work.
Another really enjoyable video
Keep them coming
Looking forward to the start up and first ride
Nick
Thanks Dave, really interesting as usual, the triple seems to complicate things a bit, putting the central piston down from above especially. As you say working on your bike is half the fun.
If it''s a bit of a wet sumper, you might want to put a sump plate with a drain plug on.
Brilliant series. In fact I have watched everything you have published. Loads of tips learned. Thank you.
Thanks Dave - really enjoying the channel.
Another great video - Thanks. Would love to see a recommission of a Norton Commando like mine. It is languishing in France so no idea when I will ride her again. She will need to get some TLC once I get there. Any tips very welcome Cheers Nick
This is definetly my favorite channel. Learn something every time. Thank you.
Can't wait for it to start up Dave, it's a pleasure to see you working on these bikes .....👍
i love these recommision videos with dave, best classic bike vids on youtube
Last week i trade my CB750 1970 with 1975 emgine, for a T150T ( NG ) WAS STORED FOR 30 YEARS, but the person who trade my the motorcycle, ride it with out a complete service or revison and broke the primary chain after a 10 minutes ride in low gear, he told me , was when he apply second gear, side covers on engine are grey now, all bolts are rusted, i never believe in then trident as a classic motrcycle, but after this week of search for the main chain components, i understand that is not a common motorcycle, will loo for your fb page and share pictures.
I doubt you will very much respond, but gotta say love the video's you do, very clear, now I must get out on my 79 Bonnie :)
Ooooh Dave, business must be booming, i see a big row of bikes lined up, if that’s so, really well done 👍, i hope you go from strength to strength man. Cracking video Dave, most enjoyable, i love those tyres and you took the words out of me mouth with the TT100 look 👀 alike tyres, they look great. As usual, great video.
I only recently discovered this series and have been enjoying every episode since, from the editing to the content itself, you are doing absolutely outstanding work.
I was wondering about the advice concerning the copper grease; everything that sees any amount of thermal load, I agree, however on the axle pinch bolts or the caliper bolts for example, I had been advised to use MoS2-based grease. The reason being that copper, steel and aluminium don't really like each other 'galvanically', so to speak, whereas your average black bearing grease is chemically inert. Do you have any further insights in this regard?
I’m ecstatic that I have found your videos. I have just come in possession of a ‘76 Bonneville that has been sitting in storage for a few years. Following along with what you are doing will be immensely helpful with my project. Thank you so much for producing some outstanding content.
The T160 is really coming on and I'd love to see you do some work on the Gold Star next, the sound was fantastic.
I've watched all (bar one) of these so far and it seems, to my ears at least, that you seem to keep referring to W-40 as opposed to WD-40. Am I hearing correctly or am I just going a bit. Mutt?
Hayırlı akşamlar dilerim ustam bana hornama makinesi lazım yardımcı olursanız sevinirim motosiklet için aynı mesleği yapıyorum
I would have thought the bores were deliberately crosshatched and not ever so slightly marked? But hey what would I know, I am no mechanic :)
As always, excellent advice on maintaining a bike and workshop attitude. Had to do a catch up on videos as I’ve been working on the XT, all the back end in bits, but the engines’ back in. Now for some cleaning and rubbing back and painting. Thanks again
Your program has become one of the best. Easy to understand tips for any level of mechanic . I should know. I watch all of them. Well done.RMM
another gr8 vid, thx. When you were cleaning up the pistons you used WD40 and a scrubbing pad then there was a shot of using a spray on the outer barrels to clean them off, what was the cleaner used? brake cleaner?
Hi Dave , Hope that trident is going great , just thought id let you know , That CRC gasket stripper dissolves Carbon . Cheers, keep up the good work .
The Gold Star looked good. Do you get any grief from the originality police for having upped the capacity with non original parts? Lol
Something I meant to ask, the wheel Dave uses for cleaning on the right of his bench grinder; what is that and does it have any polishing paste on? Thanks
i dont own an old Brit bike yet , but i might soon after finding this place , vids are Very useful, and well presented .
Thanks again for all your efforts in helping folk understand BIKES...
Great stuff man, like everything it’s just one little job after another, it’s all worth it when ya take the first ride
thing i love , dave is honest . he could have easy edited out the front brake cock up , but didnt :)
Excellent tips that can be used on my old Japanese bikes, thank you!
Would you rebuild my Norton 650ss for me?! Genuine enquiry
dave, those hondas etc in the background are they all yours, love the channel.
12:30 AM in the US and love watching you work!
Another great video Dave (as always..) You've really done a thorough job of the recommission so it should make a great reliable bike. A lot of this, especially the rolling chassis, goes for most British classics with a little tweek here and there so it's all useful stuff and you've even converted me to Wellseal ! - I'm not really a triple man myself, each to his own of course but I believe that a bike shouldn't have any more than two cylinders ! - That being said I've always had a soft spot for the T160, it just looks right.
These videos are wonderful. Full of sage advice and tips learned by experience. I got my first bike, a Triumph Cub over 50 years ago now and learned a lot form the constant maintenance it needed. There is something special about working on your own bike and riding it rather than handing it over to the dealer that is much more satisfying. Dave Mitchell is like the Jack Hargreaves of old British Bikes. The videos are very relaxing to watch. I almost feel like getting a old Trident now.
thanks very much and keep them coming.
I found an 81 Yamaha 400 xs. It’s in pieces but most of it is there. Watching your videos inspired me try to put it on the road again. While it’s not a British bike it shares many of the same characteristics. Your videos are a great guide helping me along the this journey. Thank you for providing such a great resource.
I see you like Britool and Facom tools. Very nice.
That 3m stuff does a cracking job
Love these videos. Wish i could find a project triumph👍
Very in ftormative. Thank you for the time you take in editing these
Excellent video again, the Trident is really coming together. The Gold Star sounded so sweet. Thanks.
Nice job explaining everything.
Thanks for the encouragement! I needed to hear that, been stuck on my own recommision. Definitely getting some slip!
The bike is coming together nicely. I do enjoy the work you do keep it up. Also you given me good tips. Have a great day
Thanks Dave! Always love watching your videos. Very helpful for sure!
I work as a graphic designer, this kind of content keeps me focused and makes me look forward to the end of the day when I can wrench on my own bike!
Nice work chaps , had to push the Moto Guzzi home today , it’ll be back on the road soon tho
Great video again. Thank you.
👍🏻
Very knowledgeable & a nice bloke. Love this Trident...
Great information thanks!
Really enjoying this series as I’m currently attempting to build a T160 from a pile of bits so find it very useful, especially as the manuals don’t always show you how to do things! Keep up the good work.
You can get re-prints of the old original Triumph manuals and parts lists, they are really helpful, personally I would forget the Haynes/Clymer manuals though, Cheers from Oz
Another good watch - looking forward to the next already 👍
Another great and informative video. Look forward to the next one.
Wonderful stuff mate ! Keep them coming !!
Great as always 🙂
I wonder how many of us have busted a wheel clamp
Great stuff. Matt in Colorado!!!
Informative and entertaining✌️
I love this channel!