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Tech. Advice: Series 'B' / 'C' 500cc/1000cc Bikes
Looking for a Comet, what are the most obvious issues?
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<blockquote data-quote="evcomet" data-source="post: 100983" data-attributes="member: 3681"><p>[USER=4165]@lippy[/USER]</p><p></p><p>Earlier this year, after much research, I found and purchased a 1950 Comet. The bike had received a thorough restoration a number of years ago and saw little use. It looked very nice.</p><p>Though it is a very good machine, it needed a lot of attention. </p><p></p><p>All electrical components need checked. Magneto, ATD, Dynamo, Regulator and wiring.</p><p>Clutch, brakes and gearbox may also need attention. Does the gearbox leak? Does it leak a lot?</p><p>Repairs and parts can be expensive.</p><p>The good news is that most of the parts you might need are available through the VOC. Also, the depth and breadth of experience on this Forum will amaze you.</p><p></p><p>Good luck.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="evcomet, post: 100983, member: 3681"] [USER=4165]@lippy[/USER] Earlier this year, after much research, I found and purchased a 1950 Comet. The bike had received a thorough restoration a number of years ago and saw little use. It looked very nice. Though it is a very good machine, it needed a lot of attention. All electrical components need checked. Magneto, ATD, Dynamo, Regulator and wiring. Clutch, brakes and gearbox may also need attention. Does the gearbox leak? Does it leak a lot? Repairs and parts can be expensive. The good news is that most of the parts you might need are available through the VOC. Also, the depth and breadth of experience on this Forum will amaze you. Good luck. [/QUOTE]
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