As I said earlier, the cosmetic details on this one are not complex to capture. Notice the side panels are plain with no fins.
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Time to paint:
With the arrival of the tank I have all the parts that need to go to Sumant at OCD Detail Studio for paint. This is the third bike of mine that he is going to paint and the details on this one is hopefully going to be less challenging compared to the previous two. The decals which are very minimal compared to the previous two are also less complex in nature to execute. The paint shade we have finalised is Ducati Red with pearls. The parts that are going to be painted red are the front and rear mudguard the tank and both the side panels. The front fork bottoms will be in Titanium/Gun metal as the other two and all other remaining parts will be painted black. We wanted the colour to really pop and no better red than the Ducati red and I also happen to have one in the garage with subtle hints of that same red shade for inspiration
Just waiting on the Michelin tyres to arrive so that they can be fitted on the rims before they go for paint. They are expected next Wednesday so hopefully Thursday the parts can go for paint.
On the RD 200, Tony has repaired the OE kick shaft and will now prepare the panel fins in aluminium. So, once those parts are ready they can go for painting as well.
Some pictures….
The front end of the OE kick shaft for the RD 200 has been repaired and now the kick boss can fit properly. But need the OE spring as well so back to ordering from Yambits. Parts, Parts and more Parts…
This is the OE kick shaft with spring and kick boss of the RD 125, which is off the same dimensions
Next up is the plastic fins that fit on the side panels that are missing on the RD 200. Very difficult to source and next to impossible to get a new set.
So, the next best option is to make one in aluminium
The RD 125 parts are ready for paint. As I said earlier, the cosmetic details on this one are not complex to capture. Notice the side panels are plain with no fins. The second time they will be painted and I am glad that the Titanium grey shade never actually turned into a complete bike.
OE Yamaha badging that will go on the engine covers after the paint but before the clear coat
This one is a proper JDM motorcycle
Part numbering
Trying to capture the details of the coffin tank
Preparing for paint
Took off the rubber mount and fuel transfer tube
Time for some in house paint colour inspiration
Ducati red it is with pearls
Golden wheels will turn all black though
Never used 15 year old rubber. Rebuilds on rear bikes are never cheap and you can never have a fixed budget especially if you’re seeking PERFECTION
Taillight bracket courtesy Tony’s treasure trove
Will be painted black as well
Rear mudguard with the chassis mounting and taillight mounting holes
Will be sanded down to the metal
This is how my RD 200 would have looked back in 1979
Mine though will have a lot less chrome
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