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Offline pmc57

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RM125S Build
« on: November 23, 2013, 05:20:54 pm »
I started this project earlier this year from half a bike in a very sad state as shown below, what you see is what I started with.
It's had a complete rebuild of the motor including new conrod, reclaimed crank shaft at the rotor end, all new bearings, seals a rebore and new piston and rings.
I've added a few of my own hand made touches like the rear brake lever, engine mounts, chain giude, rear brake torque arm and complete exhaust.

Thanks to Ed for a barrel and head and front fork bottoms and Neil for selling me a tank and seat... these guys know who they are. Also thanks to Stewy (oldfart) for assistance with a bit of frame and rim straightening.

I had one of these when they came out in 1975 and thought if one came my way I'd grab it as a restoration project. It will line up in the garage next to my RM250B.
If CD's at Connondale next year, it will be there.





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Offline smed

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Re: RM125S Build
« Reply #1 on: November 23, 2013, 05:27:42 pm »
Shit hot job,well done 8) 8) 8) 8)
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Offline Mick D

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Re: RM125S Build
« Reply #2 on: November 23, 2013, 05:35:24 pm »
Umm, nice job alright, good save.
I was admiring the neatness and fitment of the pipe anf about to ask who did it?
Then read your commentary, well done indeed 8)
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« Reply #3 on: November 23, 2013, 05:50:28 pm »
Exellent job Pete its a real credit to you , probably the nicest S i have ever seen and i have seen a few  :)
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Re: RM125S Build
« Reply #4 on: November 23, 2013, 06:02:40 pm »
Bill

Thanks for the compliments and thanks for the S decal and decal placement pics.

Pete
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Offline John Orchard

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Re: RM125S Build
« Reply #5 on: November 23, 2013, 06:08:45 pm »
Wow that is awesome!  LOVE the pipe.
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Re: RM125S Build
« Reply #6 on: November 23, 2013, 06:37:37 pm »
Nice job Pete, that's a great looking bike.
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Offline Ted

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Re: RM125S Build
« Reply #7 on: November 23, 2013, 06:45:17 pm »
Excellent job Pete. Very nice.

I bought one new back in the day also. They are a great little bike.

If you ever want to sell it call me first.
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Offline oldyzman

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Re: RM125S Build
« Reply #8 on: November 23, 2013, 06:46:15 pm »
What craftsmanship, make a silk purse from a pigs ear, gotta love the S
Brett
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« Reply #9 on: November 23, 2013, 07:00:28 pm »
looks shit hot mate ....  it's a credit to you.
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« Reply #10 on: November 23, 2013, 07:06:41 pm »
awesome job well done love this model Bear
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Re: RM125S Build
« Reply #11 on: November 23, 2013, 07:37:54 pm »
great job you have done  takes me back to the first time i saw one back in 75   i to love the s model
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Re: RM125S Build
« Reply #12 on: November 24, 2013, 08:46:35 am »
Yes great job Pete. i have had the chance to be part of watching this come together the detail in this bike is great.Lots of love has gone in to it. top job it will look great at the next c.d.cheers Ed
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« Reply #13 on: November 24, 2013, 09:26:50 am »
Good stuff Pete, you really have the midas touch!
If my little 100 turns out half as good, I'll be happy.  :D
Sent you a PM Ed.........
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« Reply #14 on: November 24, 2013, 09:29:57 am »
Quote from: saint on November 24, 2013, 09:26:50 am
Good stuff Pete, you really have the midas touch!
If my little 100 turns out half as good, I'll be happy.  :D
Sent you a PM Ed.........

If your 100 is a RM I have a frame, forks and other stuff you can have for free. I'm in western Sydney.
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