so your looking for motorcycle repair work in the london area and would like to help a fellow foccer out at the same time...
Exactly that, I'm really not desperate for money or work, but wouldn't mind a bit of pocket money in exchange for helping out a fellow foc-er.
In that respect, I'll be quite upfront and honest with people about the jobs I can and can't do.
I'm sure we've all been in a situation where we've wanted to work on our own bike, either to save the cost of a mechanic or because you just want to learn for yourself. but are perhaps a bit nervous about it or not sure if you have all the right tools, etc. Well I'm happy to talk you through a job, lend you tools, hold spanners for you or you can watch me work on your bike or leave me to it.
I have transport so can get out of London no problem.
Jobs I've done on my own bike:
New clutch and adjusted
Engine out twice
Topend re-build, valve clearances checked and changed
Gearbox rebuild, complete engine rebuild,
Cam chain change
New discs,
Replaced pads,
Caliper service
Brake bleeding
New chain and sprockets,
Carbs off, serviced and cleaned,
Changed exhaust header, link and can.
Replaced exhaust studs
Oil and filter change
New head bearings
New fork seals and oil
Changed handle bar controls and indicators.
Recovered seat
Change of plugs and caps
New rectifier and regulator fitted
New battery fitted
To be clear, I'm not a bike mechanic by trade and I don't have premises or insurance. I'm just a fairly experienced fazer enthusiast with a degree in mechanical engineering that doesn't mind getting his hands dirty.
Note: I'm not great with electrics and would be reluctant to touch anything too corroded (ie exhaust studs)
