One Step Closer to Riding the Bonneville
Surfing Steven
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The swing arm is finally back in on the Triumph Bonneville… but it definitely didn’t go as planned. In this one I replace the seals, grease everything up properly, and get the swing arm refitted and torqued up. Also gave ACF-50 a go for the first time to protect the area behind the engine before it all went back together.
There were a couple of moments along the way that nearly caught me out, but managed to work through it and get a solid result in the end.
Still plenty left to do on this rebuild, but this feels like one of the bigger steps done.
Appreciate everyone following along with the project 👍
Like & subscribe if you want to see the rest of the build come together.
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Items used:
ACF50 - https://amzn.to/4bmMC40
Continuous Sprayer - https://amzn.to/3PDkZLv
Bearing Grease - https://amzn.to/4lG21zQ
Nitrile Gloves - https://amzn.to/4sCBjdP
WD40 - https://amzn.to/3PGUEMB
Torque Wrench - https://amzn.to/3NJAtgl
1/4 inch Drive Socket Set - https://amzn.to/4l0YETL
1/2 inch Drive Socket Set - https://amzn.to/40HTQsZ
Breaker Bar - https://amzn.to/3N40MxE
Inspection lamp - https://amzn.to/4sfTg1k
Thor Hammer - https://amzn.to/4uNrNX5
Always check the manufacturers guidance for correct motorcycle torque specifications.
Camera equipment:
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro - https://amzn.to/3N1yeoe
Tripod - https://amzn.to/46sR3re
DJI Mic 2 - https://amzn.to/4bhLYVa
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19 Comments
Now that the swing arm is in place... I'll assume you're putting on a new chain and then rivet the ends together :hand-orange-covering-eyes:
I do a wee bit of YouTube myself (😂) diddy channel.
I have a Royal Enfield 350 Meteor, and a late 24 Triumph Speed Twin 900. I am vertically challenged in the leg length.😂
Look forward to going through your catalogue of videos.😊
What ever videos you make I'll watch as you are an engaging guy.
Is your T4(?) long or high enough to get your bike in? Seems like a nice idea in theory but in practice taking your bike in your van, principally to save on mileage riding to where ever, might seem attractive, but would you really be happy living around your bike? Space might be quite limited. Perhaps if you had a huge high roof van like a huge Transit or Mercedes Sprinter or Peugeot Boxer it might be possible? I would be more inclined to stick with just riding your bike with all your gear on to where ever and back. But you do you.
One Step Closer to Riding the Bonneville
Surfing Steven
2,580 views
The swing arm is finally back in on the Triumph Bonneville… but it definitely didn’t go as planned. In this one I replace the seals, grease everything up properly, and get the swing arm refitted and torqued up. Also gave ACF-50 a go for the first time to protect the area behind the engine before it all went back together.
There were a couple of moments along the way that nearly caught me out, but managed to work through it and get a solid result in the end.
Still plenty left to do on this rebuild, but this feels like one of the bigger steps done.
Appreciate everyone following along with the project 👍
Like & subscribe if you want to see the rest of the build come together.
_________________
Items used:
ACF50 - https://amzn.to/4bmMC40
Continuous Sprayer - https://amzn.to/3PDkZLv
Bearing Grease - https://amzn.to/4lG21zQ
Nitrile Gloves - https://amzn.to/4sCBjdP
WD40 - https://amzn.to/3PGUEMB
Torque Wrench - https://amzn.to/3NJAtgl
1/4 inch Drive Socket Set - https://amzn.to/4l0YETL
1/2 inch Drive Socket Set - https://amzn.to/40HTQsZ
Breaker Bar - https://amzn.to/3N40MxE
Inspection lamp - https://amzn.to/4sfTg1k
Thor Hammer - https://amzn.to/4uNrNX5
Always check the manufacturers guidance for correct motorcycle torque specifications.
Camera equipment:
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro - https://amzn.to/3N1yeoe
Tripod - https://amzn.to/46sR3re
DJI Mic 2 - https://amzn.to/4bhLYVa
_________________
Some affiliate links may be used. You won’t be charged a penny for clicking on them, but I may get some commission from any purchases.