High Mileage Newbie

Discussion in 'Newbies Hangout' started by Roddy, Sep 20, 2023.

  1. Roddy

    Roddy New Member

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    I recently acquired a 1973 T140v imported from America, after a friend persuaded me to part with my T120 almost 50 years ago. Looking forward to getting it registered and ready for the road in the spring. Glad to find the forum!

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  2. Boothman

    Boothman Noble Member

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    Hi and welcome to the forum :cool:
     
  3. Glenn2926

    Glenn2926 First Class Member
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  4. Bikerman

    Bikerman Life's not a dress rehearsal.
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    Greetings from Lincolnshire.
     
  5. ManInTheJar

    ManInTheJar Well-Known Member

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    Welcome.

    Looks a good starting point. Most of the missing parts can be found on eBay or new at often reasonable prices from a good range of UK based suppliers. A parts book, free online, is a must but I haven't found the factory manual to be very helpful.

    I would recommend a spin-on filter and if the charging system is shot then a 3 phase alternator is good for a wider charging range. If your budget allows a Tri-Spark ignition is the bee's knees for easy kickback free starting.
     
  6. Roddy

    Roddy New Member

    Sep 17, 2023
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    Thanks to all for the kind welcome!
     
  7. Wessa

    Wessa Cruising

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    Hi and welcome…
     
  8. speedrattle

    speedrattle Senior Member

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    whats it missing? offhand it looks complete except for the turn signals and that footpeg
     
  9. ManInTheJar

    ManInTheJar Well-Known Member

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    At a glance in addition to these parts it is also missing mufflers, original tail light, kickstart rubber, breather hose, seat trim section and the fuel tap looks like it may be missing a lever but that's all easily dealt with. I'm guessing it may also have a bent side stand or bracket, based on the block of wood under it. On the other hand it appears to have two horns.
     
  10. Sandi T

    Sandi T It's ride o'clock somewhere!
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    Greetings, @Roddy, and welcome to the forum! Have fun with that new-to-you bike. :)
     
  11. Helmut Visor

    Helmut Visor Only dead fish go with the flow
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