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Tech. Advice: Series 'B' / 'C' 500cc/1000cc Bikes
Rapide B Pre-Purchase Advice Please
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<blockquote data-quote="Buzz Kanter" data-source="post: 19205" data-attributes="member: 2154"><p>Eddy, thanks for the reply. I am 55 years old and have wrenched on machines as early as a 1915 Harley, 1930s Indians, 1950 Moto Guzzis, 1960 Ducati singles, 1960s and '70s Japanese machines and more, but not a Vincent. I have learned that there are many shared mechanical issues and ways to identify them but I also know each machine has its own special areas of concern. </p><p>I can visually inspect the machine looking for signs of damage or misalignment. And I can start and run a bike through it's gears listening for issues. I also know how to lug the engine in high gear to listen to the condition of the lower end. </p><p>Anything specific I need to be aware of in engine, transmission, clutch, charging areas on a Rapide B?</p><p>Thanks to all for helping me in my hunt for a Rapide.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Buzz Kanter, post: 19205, member: 2154"] Eddy, thanks for the reply. I am 55 years old and have wrenched on machines as early as a 1915 Harley, 1930s Indians, 1950 Moto Guzzis, 1960 Ducati singles, 1960s and '70s Japanese machines and more, but not a Vincent. I have learned that there are many shared mechanical issues and ways to identify them but I also know each machine has its own special areas of concern. I can visually inspect the machine looking for signs of damage or misalignment. And I can start and run a bike through it's gears listening for issues. I also know how to lug the engine in high gear to listen to the condition of the lower end. Anything specific I need to be aware of in engine, transmission, clutch, charging areas on a Rapide B? Thanks to all for helping me in my hunt for a Rapide. [/QUOTE]
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