Johnnysherco wrote:Thanks to everone who has posted pics and articles of their twinshock bikes, and the restoration info and pics. I have enjoyed reading and looking at all the bikes I grew up with.
I have just got my 1981 Montessa 248 running today and made it around the backyard a few times and it is now ready to be put to the test. I know the bike is not to original colours or fully original, but I wanted a few mods to make it a better ride for more fun. The bike has been fully stripped down and all components either bead blasted or hydro blasted and polished. All new bearings and seals fitted to the engine and gearbox, and also wheel bearings and seals. The rear shocks are YSS supplied by Suspensions are us. Handle bars, foot pegs and front guard are Sherco with S3 handle bar clamps.
Cheers
John Hughson
Nice work John, I take it you plan to ride a few events, would be great to see the bike in action.
Steve.