places in bristol that will fix up a fazer properly and not rip me off .........

[psyfi_1]

ok so had a nice man break my engine apart not put the gearbox in I asked for and when put it he put it back together the cams or something is screwed where in Bristol can I drop my bike off two and know that when there finished It will not have to worry about it and just start riding it gently in .... also how much do you think it would cost to rebuild the cams valves pistons everything front of the gear box basicly....  I just spent a thousand 600 for him 400 on bike please help..............

[psyfi_1]

so do you have any tips on garages thats will be able to help me out????????

[darrsi]

Surely the person who messed it up should get it fixed?

[Dead Eye]

I doubt many people on here have had such extensive work carried out on their bikes by a garage so may be reluctant to recommend anywhere...

As far as garages go, I do recommend Morpheus Motorcycles in Kingswood, BUT they are small so a large project is likely to take them a fair while to complete

[psyfi_1]

hello mate i think i met you the other day im sorry if i interupted your lunch and thanks for the info by long time do you mean two weeks/ a month?

[Dead Eye]

I would be impressed if you met me the other day as I currently live 160+ miles away from Bristol in Essex haha (moving back this month though)

For duration, the only way you will get a definitive answer is to call up the garage / visit them and explain what needs to be done. They will be in the best position to give you a quote for the work that needs doing

Their website is basic, but has the contact info you need http://www.morpheusmotorcycles.co.uk/contact.shtml

[pilninggas]

In my experience a lot of Bike repair places in Bristol are only interested in servicing, chains&sprockets - the simple, hassle free stuff.  I wonder if Morpheus will even want to look at engine which has already been fiddled with?  Might be worth getting a manual and going at it yourself.  What exactly is the problem? 

[Dead Eye]

This is very true, but if the OP doesn't have the mechanical skills then the sort of work he is talking about (rebuilding the front of the engine) isn't a task to start getting your hands dirty with some spanners

Plus, it never hurts to ask - if they say its something they don't want to work on then that's their decision. Likewise, if their timescale / price isn't acceptable then the OP can simply not have the work done by them

[pilninggas]

This is very true, but if the OP doesn't have the mechanical skills then the sort of work he is talking about (rebuilding the front of the engine) isn't a task to start getting your hands dirty with some spanners

Plus, it never hurts to ask - if they say its something they don't want to work on then that's their decision. Likewise, if their timescale / price isn't acceptable then the OP can simply not have the work done by them

True, i have no idea of the OP's competency or otherwise or resources at his disposal.  Having said that we all have to start somewhere.

Looks like he was royally ripped-off by the seller of the bike and his 'mechanic'.

[darrsi]

My mechanical skills started with putting air in the tyres, not an engine rebuild!  mash

[noggythenog]

Psy, totally my opinion as im a complete novice.we all sound in agreement that youve sadly been shafted here & as much as that really sucks, the forums expertise is more biased towards individual advice about specific items & you dont seem to be getting much luck.actually Bristol seems a bit strangely thin on the ground with good mechanics if this post is anything to go by.


It may make hard reading but being a regular visitor here, perfectly decent, good running fazers are going for £1000 & even less at times.


Your bike clearly needs an unknown amount of money thrown at it & who knows what damage your earlier mechanic has done.yes he should be making things right but obviously cant be trusted so can see why you just want clear of him.thats your choice but limits the options.


To hazard a guess id say youll be a minimum of £500 straight off & if no hitches.


Could it be time to cut your losses.


My idea - buy a complete second hand engine & gearbox, wait for one that is guaranteed to work.


Better still - buy a cheap fully running fazer for £800 to £1000 & use your bike for any spares needed to get it to the same condition & selling any unwanted parts to make some tidy money back.you'll be surprised what money you could get back from good condition front fairing, fuel tank,plastics etc.forget the engine but sell the gearbox & carbs etc.


Good luck! 8)

[darrsi]

Who is this "nice man"?
Is he actually a mechanic?

[John Silva]

I would go to Morpheus Motorcycles in Kingswood first.
If for what ever reason not to your liking then try others such as these...

M.R Motorcycles
137 Church Rd, Redfield, Bristol. BS5 9LA
0117 955 2813

Bikecare
5 Richmond Rd, St. George, Bristol. BS5 8EL
0117 939 7750

V-Ten Motorcycles
Unit C4 Ashville Park, Short Way, Thornbury. BS35 3UU
01454 415489

RJ Motorcycles
Unit 14 Knightcott Industrial Estate, Banwell. BS29 6JN
01934 824824

Clevedon Motorcycles
135 Old Street, Clevedon. BS21 6BW
01275 340909


There are others out there but the ones above have a good rep.

[psyfi_1]

okay thank you for your addreses justa qeustion to how much does it actauly cost to get some one to replace the cylinder head valves??? thanks for all your words guy i am a newbie to bike of course but i can tell you im learning fast

[unfazed]

Would it not be cheaper to buy a replacement engine?

[His Dudeness]

How do you know there's a problem with the cams and the valves?

[red98]

get a quote from a garage for the work and let us know....my guess ,it will be too expensive and replacement engine will be best bet....keep an eye on the for sale section as they do come up every now and again and theres always plenty of help on here if you want a hand in changing it 

[devilsyam]

the bike hut in bristol has a 600 motor