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Book SynopsisHow to Restore Suzuki 2-Stroke Triples is the definitive step-by-step colour illustrated guide to complete restoration, and a must-have restoration guide for both beginners and seasoned Suzuki Triple enthusiasts.If you can still remember the signature of many 70s motorcycles - the characteristic sound and smell of a 2-cylinder 2-stroke engine - then you'll find pleasure in the knowledge that many of these classics are still alive and well today, in sheds, garages and barns across the country. Many only make an appearance on a nice, sunny day, perhaps attending classic events or taking an early evening summer ride with friends. Buying one of these motorcycles can be expensive, yet find one in need of just the lightest restoration and you may strike a bargain price. Restoration is not as difficult as it may at first appear, and benefiting from Ricky Burns' hands-on knowledge and experience, this step-by-step illustrated guide will give any potential restorer all the advice, tips and shortcuts needed to make an economical, easy restoration happen.This book covers dismantling and rebuilding, sourcing parts, special tools, tackling bodywork, restoring engines and mechanical parts, and much more.
Trade ReviewPacked with information, tips, advice and tricks, it's clear that author and serial-restorer Ricky Burns is very well acquainted with the innards of these classic Japanese smokies. Sump indispensable Moto Storiche d' Epoca/Moto Tecnica an excellent guide for anyone who is thinking of buying and/or restoring one of these three cylinder bikes. Bike Rider Magazine
Table of Contents1 Project assessment 2 Sourcing parts 3 Getting started 4 Cleaning and polishing 5 The engine 6 Brakes tyre wheels 7 Fuel and exhaust 8 Electrics 9 Spraying 10 Instruments and switches 11 Seat 12 Forks 13 The rebuild 14 Final preparation 15 Riding safely
