Moses searching the desert for how to restore his FS1
Geplaatst: 14 sep 2020, 02:53
Hello Members:
I own what is probably a rare 1977 red FS1-C purchased in Canada. My great-grandparents moved from Morocco to Montreal. On a summer trip to visit them, my awesome father bought me my FS1. I rode it everywhere and would regularly get pulled over by the police. They thought I was riding a motorcycle without a helmet. I had to keep a copy of the Michigan statute in the side cover to explain the law.
Fast forward to today. My FS1 needs to be restored but I am struggling with the choices. My 15 year old son, Noah loves the bike and I want it to go faster than 40 kph. I have too many questions which are unanswered. I need the assistance of the forum to decide how to proceed:
1. How loyal should I be to NOS parts? I do not intend on displaying my FS1 at the Concours D'Elegance.
2. What should I choose for the piston and cylinder? Overbore, Athena etc.?
3. What about the wheels? I always felt the wheels and tires were a bit spindly. What is the largest wheel/tire combination?
4. What should I choose for the exhaust? I would love a better tune.
5. I never loved the look of the OEM shocks. Any suggestions for a nicer look? I would even consider a pair with colored springs.
6. Should I change the gearing through the sprocket? What should I consider?
7. Are there changes to the ignition from points to electronic? Is it worth the effort?
8. What about the carb? Is there a recommended carb or just the jet?
That is a good start. I am excited to learn from the responses. Thank you in advance for your assistance.
David
P.S. You can see pre-restoration photos here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/uZM8Getkcw42VoaN9" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;
I own what is probably a rare 1977 red FS1-C purchased in Canada. My great-grandparents moved from Morocco to Montreal. On a summer trip to visit them, my awesome father bought me my FS1. I rode it everywhere and would regularly get pulled over by the police. They thought I was riding a motorcycle without a helmet. I had to keep a copy of the Michigan statute in the side cover to explain the law.
Fast forward to today. My FS1 needs to be restored but I am struggling with the choices. My 15 year old son, Noah loves the bike and I want it to go faster than 40 kph. I have too many questions which are unanswered. I need the assistance of the forum to decide how to proceed:
1. How loyal should I be to NOS parts? I do not intend on displaying my FS1 at the Concours D'Elegance.
2. What should I choose for the piston and cylinder? Overbore, Athena etc.?
3. What about the wheels? I always felt the wheels and tires were a bit spindly. What is the largest wheel/tire combination?
4. What should I choose for the exhaust? I would love a better tune.
5. I never loved the look of the OEM shocks. Any suggestions for a nicer look? I would even consider a pair with colored springs.
6. Should I change the gearing through the sprocket? What should I consider?
7. Are there changes to the ignition from points to electronic? Is it worth the effort?
8. What about the carb? Is there a recommended carb or just the jet?
That is a good start. I am excited to learn from the responses. Thank you in advance for your assistance.
David
P.S. You can see pre-restoration photos here: https://photos.app.goo.gl/uZM8Getkcw42VoaN9" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;