Very many thanks for the advice. The bike is now sold at an agreeable price.

In my defence I really had no idea of the value of the bike and I do realise it's only worth as much as someone will pay for it so apologies for upsetting the more experienced members. Life as ever is a compromise so offers will clearly be considered. This is a reluctant but necessary sale as I do l...

Beautiful Classic Motorbike from the golden era of Japanese Superbikes. Fully professionally restored in 2017 including a number of modifications to enhance performance and safety. Don't take my word for it have a look at the 2017 July edition of the Classic Motorbike Mechanic magazine for a detaile...

Small hacksaw blade and tiny file worked a treat thanks. Now snug fit and no movement. Also thanks for the additional info on the gear selectors. Great support.

Supplementary question please. The on line manual says not to remove the shift rod more than 40mm out of its home position as the shift or the shift forks inside the gearbox will fall to the bottom of the pan necessitating removal of the oil pan. Is this correct please. The reason to change the shif...

Good to know - very many thanks.

Anyone out there able to advise on the tech difficulty of replacing a worn spline gear shift rod on a 1977 Z1000

New to me Z1000 professionally restored and modernised in 2017 ish. The bike featured in the Jul 17 Motorbike Classic Mechanic magazine.