Thanks to all who comment on this thread and add your memories. Two-strokes polarised motorcyclists in their heyday and sometimes provided experiences better forgotten, so it's good to know that I am not alone in my enthusiasm for the breed. One day we will go for a ride together.
I am 77 years old and for many years was a keen motorcyclist. Never had a Panther but in 1968 I used to have a Triumph Bonneville . Never had the luxury of a garage for repairs so I resorted to the lounge in my grotty ground floor flat. Amazing how many bikers used to do this sort of thing ! Happy days. Have now become addicted to your channel.
The name of Plus Gas, in it's blue-ish cans, brings back memories of my childhood in the 1960s and early 1970s and my father trying to pass on some of his extensive knowledge of mechanics to me, as we grappled with one of his ancient cars. He really had no choice about getting me involved because his health was going but I was a willing student, even though I could never approach his level of knowledge or skill. We generally preferred ReleaseAll (spelling?) in it's orangey-yellow cans but it it paid to have one or the another on hand at all times or expect the repair work to grind to a sudden halt. I'm enjoying your work, please keep posting.
It's an interesting subject William, indeed there may be a whole video to be made exploring the subject of releasing stuck threads and seized components.
I'm really enjoying being your video apprentice, watching a grandmaster at work and learning new techniques for navigating that most frustrating of workshop obstacles - the dread seized fastener.
vert entertaining do those forks twist to pit the spindle in front for sidecar use cheers tony elson thanks for the video .i recently had sell my [pink panther ] 350 1939 with girder forks one sunday visited an old pal and starting for home it would only tick over blocked main jet ihad no tools with me DOH but it got me home 10 miles great machine i loved it the paint had faded to pink hence the name and jane got me pink panther witch was fixed to the forks if icould still ride i wouldnt have sold it thanks again
Back in the day, a friend bought a 325cc Panther. I don't know the model number but it had earles type forks and a siamesed exhaust. All the tinware had been stripped off & alloy guards fitted. He bought it thinking that it was a 250 but being a learner, couldn't get insurance so I became its proxy owner / rider. As there was no tinware, the coils were exposed to the weather, and riding in the rain could be something of a shocking experience.
New to this chanel, but never too late as dad used to say to me getting up late for work after a night of John Smiths with the lads in t he local. I find it very interesting, informative, and if my arthritis wasn't so bad, stopping me riding bikes, having to go onto scooters albeit maxi scooters, Suzuki Burgmans 400,650. Dad used to tell me about the long strokers, Panther, he used to have a Rudge Ulster with the bronze cylinder head, long before us kids came along. Just wanted to say keep up the good work, but please please use tools as they were intended, you'll never shift owt tapping it with a plastic mallet, use a good copper hammer. Same with using long extensions on nuts/ bolts when you can use smaller shorter extensions, then you'll use your torque turning effort more efficient only because I was a vehicle technician for 40 yrs lol. And for God's sake sling the welding gloves when using spanners WELDING GLOVES!!. Love the channel, keep going, love the ride outs too.
@@jonathanjones9790 Thanks Jonathan, after sending it I thought I'd probably been a little harsh on you, I'm in no way perfect, and I'm so clumsy sometimes, I think its an age thing. I couldn't repair bike like you do, I've not got the space, or tools anymore, plus I doubt I'd be able to stand that long. I do however repair watches, all types of mechanical watch. Self taught after I was retired on ill health from my job. Looking at your work I'd say you have always been a fabricator/ welder? Something I find very interesting to watch, you have got endless patience , I'd be the one to chuck it to one side , and try to source one . Anyway very kind of you to reply so quick, and thank you for the kind welcome to your great channel.
I use the lathe for dismantling shockers, hold the body in the chuck and have an attachment fitted in the tailstock to compress the shrouds, leaves both hands free.
Excellent stuff as usual, as you know I have never been that far into my M50, bought is as a failed restoration with much work already done by previous deceased owner so it is with great interest that I follow this. Rear foot rests I noticed that you had one cranked one and one straight one! Mine has two straight.......do we know what is correct.
Still puzzling over this Grahame. Seems that the hangers are the same length so one would assume identical rear footrests, unless the cranked one was put on the right to provide extra room for the kickstarter's boot.
Thanks for alerting me to this Philip. I don't condone advertising unless you count that subliminally for the POC and since I use an ad-blocker had not seen them. Will find out what can be done.
Thanks to all who comment on this thread and add your memories. Two-strokes polarised motorcyclists in their heyday and sometimes provided experiences better forgotten, so it's good to know that I am not alone in my enthusiasm for the breed. One day we will go for a ride together.
I don’t know why but, it’s very entertaining. Who else would find the process interesting. Great job.
I am 77 years old and for many years was a keen motorcyclist. Never had a Panther but in 1968 I used to have a Triumph Bonneville . Never had the luxury of a garage for repairs so I resorted to the lounge in my grotty ground floor flat. Amazing how many bikers used to do this sort of thing ! Happy days. Have now become addicted to your channel.
This is perhaps the best channel on UA-cam. Clever, witty, and informative. Many thanks for presenting such a brilliant channel.
Wow, thank you!
Always inspiring. Always educational. Always clever and thoroughly enjoyable. I simply cannot wait until Part 8 is published. Thank you.
The name of Plus Gas, in it's blue-ish cans, brings back memories of my childhood in the 1960s and early 1970s and my father trying to pass on some of his extensive knowledge of mechanics to me, as we grappled with one of his ancient cars. He really had no choice about getting me involved because his health was going but I was a willing student, even though I could never approach his level of knowledge or skill. We generally preferred ReleaseAll (spelling?) in it's orangey-yellow cans but it it paid to have one or the another on hand at all times or expect the repair work to grind to a sudden halt. I'm enjoying your work, please keep posting.
It's an interesting subject William, indeed there may be a whole video to be made exploring the subject of releasing stuck threads and seized components.
This is what is involved in a thorough motorcycle restoration, with humour as well, good work, very enjoyable.
I'm really enjoying being your video apprentice, watching a grandmaster at work and learning new techniques for navigating that most frustrating of workshop obstacles - the dread seized fastener.
Better thee than me, but I enjoy watching. Thanks, Ronn
vert entertaining do those forks twist to pit the spindle in front for sidecar use cheers tony elson thanks for the video .i recently had sell my [pink panther ] 350 1939 with girder forks one sunday visited an old pal and starting for home it would only tick over blocked main jet ihad no tools with me DOH but it got me home 10 miles great machine i loved it the paint had faded to pink hence the name and jane got me pink panther witch was fixed to the forks if icould still ride i wouldnt have sold it thanks again
hi JJ thanks for that Excellent show waiting for the next cheers
Great video thank you for posting
Excellent looking forward to the next episode
Back in the day, a friend bought a 325cc Panther. I don't know the model number but it had earles type forks and a siamesed exhaust. All the tinware had been stripped off & alloy guards fitted.
He bought it thinking that it was a 250 but being a learner, couldn't get insurance so I became its proxy owner / rider.
As there was no tinware, the coils were exposed to the weather, and riding in the rain could be something of a shocking experience.
At a guess your friend's bike was a Model 45.
New to this chanel, but never too late as dad used to say to me getting up late for work after a night of John Smiths with the lads in t he local. I find it very interesting, informative, and if my arthritis wasn't so bad, stopping me riding bikes, having to go onto scooters albeit maxi scooters, Suzuki Burgmans 400,650. Dad used to tell me about the long strokers, Panther, he used to have a Rudge Ulster with the bronze cylinder head, long before us kids came along. Just wanted to say keep up the good work, but please please use tools as they were intended, you'll never shift owt tapping it with a plastic mallet, use a good copper hammer. Same with using long extensions on nuts/ bolts when you can use smaller shorter extensions, then you'll use your torque turning effort more efficient only because I was a vehicle technician for 40 yrs lol. And for God's sake sling the welding gloves when using spanners WELDING GLOVES!!. Love the channel, keep going, love the ride outs too.
Welcome along Paul and thanks for your guidance. I like to think that I'll never be too old to learn.
@@jonathanjones9790 Thanks Jonathan, after sending it I thought I'd probably been a little harsh on you, I'm in no way perfect, and I'm so clumsy sometimes, I think its an age thing.
I couldn't repair bike like you do, I've not got the space, or tools anymore, plus I doubt I'd be able to stand that long. I do however repair watches, all types of mechanical watch. Self taught after I was retired on ill health from my job. Looking at your work I'd say you have always been a fabricator/ welder? Something I find very interesting to watch, you have got endless patience , I'd be the one to chuck it to one side , and try to source one .
Anyway very kind of you to reply so quick, and thank you for the kind welcome to your great channel.
Great video .
Excellent video, thank you for sharing.
Thank you Frank. Several more to come before the wheels roll.
Can't show all the trips to computer and calls to mates either? Love your vids man.
Very enjoyable keep em comin
We will!
The best ASMR
I use the lathe for dismantling shockers, hold the body in the chuck and have an attachment fitted in the tailstock to compress the shrouds, leaves both hands free.
That sounds useful. I assume a workshop-built attachment Chris.
Truly epic
I had a sun 250 t a good motor never let me down
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Excellent, thank you for sharing your workshop space with us. Where did you get the POC mug from? Regalia do not seem to stock them
It was a regalia standard Andrew. We must give the new secretary a nudge. I'll be lost if I break mine.
Excellent stuff as usual, as you know I have never been that far into my M50, bought is as a failed restoration with much work already done by previous deceased owner so it is with great interest that I follow this. Rear foot rests I noticed that you had one cranked one and one straight one! Mine has two straight.......do we know what is correct.
Still puzzling over this Grahame. Seems that the hangers are the same length so one would assume identical rear footrests, unless the cranked one was put on the right to provide extra room for the kickstarter's boot.
You must get through a few watches.
Never paid more than a tenner; never been late for tea...
NOT WATCHING ADS ! UNSUBSCRIBED !!!!!!!
pay for premium then, fool!
Thanks for alerting me to this Philip. I don't condone advertising unless you count that subliminally for the POC and since I use an ad-blocker had not seen them. Will find out what can be done.