Honda ST1300 Project

[Gearbanger]

I got this project because we are supposed to be going on a weeklong ride to the Maggie Valley area this week.  Well my cousins bike (FJR1300AE) decided it didn't want to shift.  So he found this bike on marketplace last minute for a good price.  It was near the coast so it has a bit of corrosion on the aluminum parts and the wrong gas tank but overall it's not too bad with 16,500 miles on it.

Anyway, I'm rushing to do all the fluids, tires, brakes, and just a once over on everything else to ensure its road ready.

[Gearbanger]

Continued...

[Chuck & Susan]

Looks like it is coming along.

That tank emblem MSF looks like the logo a local shop here in Robertsdale uses. Motorcycle Freaks.

Hope all works out and you enjoy Maggie Valley.

Chuck

[Gearbanger]

I appreciate it.  The tires and brakes are on.  Now to bleed the clutch and brakes.  Oil replaced and radiator fluid checked...  I'm a bit concerned about the tank though.  It doesn't appear to be the factory tank.  I'm not sure what they were doing with it.  As soon as we get back, I'll be looking to replace it with the original tank.

The bike was purchased in Robertsdale.  For 16,500 miles, its a bit rough. Hopefully all the fluids will bleed out fine today and I'll take it on its first ride.

The bike should be back along the coast fairly soon.  My cousin lives in Gulf Shores and I'm working on building a new home near Elberta.

[Gearbanger]

Mission Complete.  Got everything together and it runs beautifully.  Now ready for the mountains.

[Chuck & Susan]

Congratulations On the completion and enjoy the trip. May the weather be good and ride safe.

 Yep I thought that was their logo on the tank. I've had them work on my bikes from time to time. Always seemed to get good service from them.


I too live in Robertsdale a glad to hear you may be moving to Elberta. Stay active on the site and let's ride sometime. Let your buddy in Gulf Shores check out this site and let's see is we can get South Bama more active on here!!

Chuck

[Guidedawg]

You are a very hand cousin to have. I hope he appreciated all the effort.  Congrats on getting it done under the deadline.

[KrisCook]

Impressive teardown and fixup!  It's a pretty bike.  Nice work.