Subject: Re: re torquing heads (tip for V700 and early Ambos)
Author: Ian Adkins
Date: Jan 20, 2001, 12:53 PM
Post ID: 1705018059
Bob,
I know that your post went to Charlie but I had to weight in here.
I'm sorry that your bike is being unreliable. I guess that I am writing to
let you know that once you "set" your bike up right she will be a very
reliable machine. Sure they don't stop on a dime and there is always a risk
of any machine breaking down. Even the newest of machines are prone to
failure.
I have two Ambos now. My first, a similar model to yours (the "A series"
Ambo) took me over 3,000 miles last year with no problems. I did have to
change the Ujoint but that was done in a jif and something that I consider
"to be expected". Other than that I have not done anything.
My other Ambo has 400 miles on it since I rebuilt it. So far it starts every
time and runs well.
I'm not writing to brag but rather to let you know that these bikes were
designed run for a long time. With a little time and effort you should be
able to get a decent ride from yours.
No doubt....if you want a modern bike get a new one. If you want something
that is classic, unique and stylish keep with the old girl. As I said once
set up she will be a great ride.
Of course we will be here to answer your questions and help you along the
way :-)
Regards...Ian
| ============================================================ Charlie, My name is Bob and I own a 1969 Ambo 750cc. You said in your e-mail "if |
| are lucky enough to own one of these". Ever since I bought my Ambo I have had problems. I wanted a neat-old-bike and what I got was 'unreliability'. I am seriously thinking of trading it in. Why do you consider yourself lucky wit this bike? Thanks, Bob Hawkes |