Great round up of the parts rogue's gallery. Watching your own sweat, tears and hopefully not much blood, burning off the down pipe on a finished build is a very satisfying experience. Sounds very happy, looking forward to the shakedown ride, well done, great job as usual. Thank you.
Well that was a fine piece of work getting it back together. That customer will be happy. As I imagine most of your clients are. Not to many ace mechanics like yourself around anymore.RMM
That engine sounds a lot healthier now, and as you say no leaks all round including the banjo rocker fittings. It was a real problem before gushing out everywhere. I think this one was a real challenge. Yet another Enfield saved from the "Knackers Yard" LOL 😊, hats off to you on this one. Again can't wait for the next run out should be very satisfying 🤞👍
Very pleasing to consider the bike's gradual decline from all those years of wear and poor maintenance being reversed and the engine made good as new once again. Must have cost the owner a tidy sum but got to be worth it for such a sweet machine. They will get years of proud ownership and riding pleasure from it now.
The old girl just needs a few good local circuits to help bed in her new parts ,& the odd fettle if need be . Then maybe a good old Black Mountain run to celebrate the work & add a cherry to the cake 👍
If you're asking if an original British-made G2 Bullet or a truly genuine and original example of the very early G2s assembled from shipped British parts in India is a good investment as a "collectible motorcycle", it could possibly be so in India, where this early breed of Bullet is arguably more appreciated than elsewhere in the world, at least by those who really know them (see the "Son of a Gun" channel here on UA-cam), yet they are probably NOT the safest or best "investment motorcycle" elsewhere in the world, or even in India. The problem is that hundreds of thousands of very similar "pre-unit" Iron Cylinder Engine Bullets were made after such G2s, and one almost needs to be an expert in the breed to tell them apart and discern the original G2s with British parts from those later models made with Indian parts. Also, many G2s were kept running with such later model Bullet parts, which will also affect their value to discerning collectors. Some bikes are also falsely and shamelessly claimed to be G2s by sellers in order to inflate their value. All these factors make such original Model G2 Bullets a generally poor investment compared to other marques, especially for a novice to the Bullet breed. For example a very plain old low end and utilitarian Norton Model 16H single will NEVER be confused with any Indian copy, nor a BSA, Triumph or other classic brand than Enfield. If you like the G2, then you should get a G2 if you find one you like, not to make money, but just to have a lovely old G2. Or just get a nice inexpensive later Indian-made Bullet like mine (a 2005 500cc "Military" shown on my channel). I adore mine. And frankly, it may be just as good an investment in the end as a G2, dollar for dollar, since they aren't making even that model any more, so prices for such used original model Indian Bullets seem to be climbing a bit.
Hi Paul I have just picked up one the same year where is the engine number on these the logbook shows it as JS/then 4 numbers..but I can't find it just W35 on the crankcase under the magdyno
@@paulhenshaw4514 Hi Paul thats where the book shows is but there is no number on mine! And it certainly hasn't been ground off which is strange the logbook has is down as a 350 weird
Another great video Paul , I am not an owner of bikes from that era, ( 99 to 08 ) is my era , some thing I noticed with most if not all your British bikes is that the gear shift and rear brake pedal are on the opposite side to bikes nowadays , am I correct
I have sometimes found if I lower the lift, something happens where I end up having to raise it again to sort something out. It is quite stable raised.
I have been watching your films with great interest during the last few weeks and realized RE 350 is by far the most common bike you repair. Is it because they are so popular between fans of older English bikes, or are the so poorly made / maintained? Do you consider Indian Enfield to be inferior to old originals? Great to see that somebody can make a living repairing those bikes and likes to share his experiences. I have been wrenching on old bikes for more than 50 years, but strictly for my own fun, own the T150V rebuild from crank up and A65 built from parts and am really enjoying watching somebody else solving the same problems and overcoming obstacles. What I really envy you are those roads around your place, to get to such nice winding roads I have to make 30 km in city traffic.
Hi Paul I have the G2 bullet 350 and took it out for the second time this year on a shakedown ride The bike had a new barrel and piston by the previous owner apparently, I’ve taken it out again and running the machine upto 38-40 mph I lost compression slightly whereas I noticed it was blowing out from under the barrel front.. I’ve not touched yet but do you know the torque values of the studs just in case it’s not been tightened correctly? May have to remove the lot yet If I don’t get time I may ask you yet to check it all over Lovely bike and just want to use it 😊 I’ve done a bit to it but not on the engine apart from mag and timing Note it has ran well recently but never taken it over 38 or so but I know they should manage 55-65 mph at least The bike is on my UA-cam channel If you click page Thanks Phil
They've OK until they start going wrong. People like yourself are getting fewer and fewer. I cannot even get a stripped drain plug retapped in North Wales.
You have done a fantastic job on that old machine. She is good for another lifetime. Enjoy following your work.
Great round up of the parts rogue's gallery. Watching your own sweat, tears and hopefully not much blood, burning off the down pipe on a finished build is a very satisfying experience. Sounds very happy, looking forward to the shakedown ride, well done, great job as usual. Thank you.
Well that was a fine piece of work getting it back together. That customer will be happy. As I imagine most of your clients are. Not to many ace mechanics like yourself around anymore.RMM
The famous/ infamous ‘51 RE. A lot of work on your part and she seems ready for road now. Congrats Paul.👍👍. Cheers, Dan
It may be a Royal Enfield, but you've sure turned it into another of your triumphs, mate. A job brilliantly done.
That engine sounds a lot healthier now, and as you say no leaks all round including the banjo rocker fittings. It was a real problem before gushing out everywhere. I think this one was a real challenge. Yet another Enfield saved from the "Knackers Yard" LOL 😊, hats off to you on this one. Again can't wait for the next run out should be very satisfying 🤞👍
Paul your a miracle worker…looking forward to your ride…🇨🇦
Now that it’s all sorted it’s a decent bike now.
A great job done getting to the bottom of this bikes problems & sorting them out. Hopefully the test ride will confirm job done ✅
Nice work, good for another 70yrs.👍
Well done Paul. Been a mission but good to watch the procedure
Another save Paul well done bet it go's on for many years....
Nice work Paul. That one was a challenge for sure. She sound a treat! 🌞
As always , well done. looking forward to the ride.
Looking forward to a spirited ride !!
nice one paul result you times paid out hat last for u good job done onto the next
Beautiful tickover
Thank you for this series Paul, I learnt a lot!
Sounds very nice! Thanks for the video!
Sounds just perfect to me great job paul
Excellent, Paul. This bike is slightly younger than me, and it's wonderful to see what you've achieved.
Very pleasing to consider the bike's gradual decline from all those years of wear and poor maintenance being reversed and the engine made good as new once again. Must have cost the owner a tidy sum but got to be worth it for such a sweet machine. They will get years of proud ownership and riding pleasure from it now.
Lovely to see it running, does sound much better.
Great outcome. I enjoy watching your videos. It's grand to see the old classic bikes and a bonus to watch you bring them back to their former glory.
Motor looks beautiful
Well done Paul, looking forward to the test ride!
Sounds much better now mate! It's been a slog, but it was always in good hands, looking forward to the run to prove it out, cheers Dave
Wow! sure sounds a lot nicer now. Hope your test ride goes well.
So far... so good...it does sound happier too, well done sir. 😁
Bloody lovely!
The old girl just needs a few good local circuits to help bed in her new parts ,& the odd fettle if need be . Then maybe a good old Black Mountain run to celebrate the work & add a cherry to the cake 👍
Another good un👌
Nice detailing, I enjoy watching while tons of information, just guide me if is worth to own one and will i get back my money in future?
If you're asking if an original British-made G2 Bullet or a truly genuine and original example of the very early G2s assembled from shipped British parts in India is a good investment as a "collectible motorcycle", it could possibly be so in India, where this early breed of Bullet is arguably more appreciated than elsewhere in the world, at least by those who really know them (see the "Son of a Gun" channel here on UA-cam), yet they are probably NOT the safest or best "investment motorcycle" elsewhere in the world, or even in India. The problem is that hundreds of thousands of very similar "pre-unit" Iron Cylinder Engine Bullets were made after such G2s, and one almost needs to be an expert in the breed to tell them apart and discern the original G2s with British parts from those later models made with Indian parts. Also, many G2s were kept running with such later model Bullet parts, which will also affect their value to discerning collectors. Some bikes are also falsely and shamelessly claimed to be G2s by sellers in order to inflate their value. All these factors make such original Model G2 Bullets a generally poor investment compared to other marques, especially for a novice to the Bullet breed. For example a very plain old low end and utilitarian Norton Model 16H single will NEVER be confused with any Indian copy, nor a BSA, Triumph or other classic brand than Enfield. If you like the G2, then you should get a G2 if you find one you like, not to make money, but just to have a lovely old G2. Or just get a nice inexpensive later Indian-made Bullet like mine (a 2005 500cc "Military" shown on my channel). I adore mine. And frankly, it may be just as good an investment in the end as a G2, dollar for dollar, since they aren't making even that model any more, so prices for such used original model Indian Bullets seem to be climbing a bit.
Hi Paul I have just picked up one the same year where is the engine number on these the logbook shows it as JS/then 4 numbers..but I can't find it just W35 on the crankcase under the magdyno
Hi the engine number is on the left crankcase, in front of the primary case. JS is a 500.
@@paulhenshaw4514 Hi Paul thats where the book shows is but there is no number on mine! And it certainly hasn't been ground off which is strange the logbook has is down as a 350 weird
Another great video Paul , I am not an owner of bikes from that era, ( 99 to 08 ) is my era , some thing I noticed with most if not all your British bikes is that the gear shift and rear brake pedal are on the opposite side to bikes nowadays , am I correct
Can new oilpumps (imean later indian made) be fitted to g2 timing case?
Why didn't you lower the lift to make it safer? it would have been a bugger had it fallen after all the good work.
I have sometimes found if I lower the lift, something happens where I end up having to raise it again to sort something out. It is quite stable raised.
I have been watching your films with great interest during the last few weeks and realized RE 350 is by far the most common bike you repair. Is it because they are so popular between fans of older English bikes, or are the so poorly made / maintained? Do you consider Indian Enfield to be inferior to old originals? Great to see that somebody can make a living repairing those bikes and likes to share his experiences. I have been wrenching on old bikes for more than 50 years, but strictly for my own fun, own the T150V rebuild from crank up and A65 built from parts and am really enjoying watching somebody else solving the same problems and overcoming obstacles. What I really envy you are those roads around your place, to get to such nice winding roads I have to make 30 km in city traffic.
The Enfield singles will always do high mileages and still run when almost falling apart!
Hi Paul
I have the G2 bullet 350 and took it out for the second time this year on a shakedown ride
The bike had a new barrel and piston by the previous owner apparently,
I’ve taken it out again and running the machine upto 38-40 mph
I lost compression slightly whereas I noticed it was blowing out from under the barrel front..
I’ve not touched yet but do you know the torque values of the studs just in case it’s not been tightened correctly?
May have to remove the lot yet
If I don’t get time I may ask you yet to check it all over
Lovely bike and just want to use it 😊
I’ve done a bit to it but not on the engine apart from mag and timing
Note it has ran well recently but never taken it over 38 or so but I know they should manage 55-65 mph at least
The bike is on my UA-cam channel
If you click page
Thanks Phil
Did you have to rebalance the crank after you fitted the steel rod Paul?
Hi Edward, no the flywheels were not rebalanced, just trued very carefully.
I didnt think i was going to say this but it seems like its another packet of Henshaws classic crisps.... what flavour????
Sweet as a nut!
They've OK until they start going wrong.
People like yourself are getting fewer and fewer.
I cannot even get a stripped drain plug retapped in North Wales.