Muffler modification
On the first couple of test rides, The Bride’s exhaust was clearly too loud—even at lowRead More
Improving rideability
Acting on the theory that the Nibbi 24mm carb might be on the large side forRead More
I RODE THE BRIDE!!!
IT FINALLY HAPPENED! I rode “The Bride” on a short 2-1/2 mile loop through the neighborhoodRead More
Getting close!
The engine has been buttoned-up and mounted back in the bike. I checked that everything is re-wiredRead More
Engine back into the frame
The motor has been sitting in a crate ever since it returned from the West CoastRead More
New crankshaft installed
An internet commenter encouraged me to substitute something better than the stock crank, rather than goRead More
Crankshaft woes
Attempting to save $60 by buying the LCT engine rather than a Harbor Freight Predator 212Read More
Engine modification
Man-oh-man, I’m well and truly into it now. I just keep digging this hole deeper. ThisRead More
I damaged the engine internals
I opened up the engine to remove the governor, and found this. The oil slinger hasRead More
Wiring is complete and functional
With a the exception of a couple of tweaks here and there, The Bride’s electrical systemRead More