I've now got my Rapide registered in the UK but am now having a bit of difficulty getting it set up properly
It was quite difficult to start when I got it but once started it ran fine. Since the previous owner told me that the magneto was tired I got and fitted a new electronic magneto … and now it won’t start at all (it does have a good spark), though it isn’t helped by some past butchery to the kickstart mech which means you only get half a swing at it.
It did take me quite a while to get round to the new mag so I am going the see if the petrol has gone off before delving much deeper … but I was wondering if anyone knows a decent old bike mechanic in the Derby area who I could get to set it up properly for me.
I must admit , being new to Vincents that I find it a little daunting and complicated mechanically compared to my Triumphs and since I really do get allowed so little time to play would rather spend it riding the bike.
Thanks
It was quite difficult to start when I got it but once started it ran fine. Since the previous owner told me that the magneto was tired I got and fitted a new electronic magneto … and now it won’t start at all (it does have a good spark), though it isn’t helped by some past butchery to the kickstart mech which means you only get half a swing at it.
It did take me quite a while to get round to the new mag so I am going the see if the petrol has gone off before delving much deeper … but I was wondering if anyone knows a decent old bike mechanic in the Derby area who I could get to set it up properly for me.
I must admit , being new to Vincents that I find it a little daunting and complicated mechanically compared to my Triumphs and since I really do get allowed so little time to play would rather spend it riding the bike.
Thanks