So. Ok, I crashed the bike, I'll do a full restoration project. Fairings off and the fun starts, frame is good no cracks. But it's going to need shot blasting and painted, and some of the screws are not originals. And the water mark down the side of the engine is from the pipes to the rad, it will all clean, just can't see me getting ready for next season. So full restoration may take a little more time than I wanted. But I will have a really good ride at the end. Who else wishes they never removed the fairings to see the wonders under them? Or is it just me!

 

It's always a bit of a "surprise packet" under the fairings - so much crud can collect under them, but yes, I've had moments with my bikes over the years where I'd wished I hadn't started something....but with the Hurricane the level of assistance I've had here has made it so much easier - even if the help was only some encouragement from the guys here.
It's what makes this place so special...............and long may it continue.

 

Not just you - these old bikes are a complete revelation unto themselves at times.
I had a squirrel's nest under the carbs in the last one I picked up

And Shadow's right - very special place here for Hurricanes

 

Thanks guys. I need to get some storage first, then it's all coming apart for a rebuild, and a new colour scheme, thinking of Gun Metal Grey. And Gold, for breaks, forks and rear swing arm. So here is hoping it goes the way I want, there is a none standard paint scheme on at the minute. So time to bite the bullet and get on with it.

 

Sounds like you're gonna' do a real thorough job mate. Good luck!

 

Well PMCG's thread will be good point of reference for you then

https://cbrforum.com/forum/cbr-1000f...y-girl-110911/

 

Nice one Sprock, really good read!

 

good luck - photos of progress would be cool

 

This keeps up, between yourself, PMCG & Josh Carter and others - we might have to
consider making a sub catagory for "Rebuilds etc." !

 

A rebuild thread would be a good subsection. I'm starting with a few pictures, then I'm just going to wade in and get it right.