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by serkand
Sat 29. Nov 2014, 23:37
Forum: Restoration forum
Topic: Handle unit material
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Handle unit material

Hello, I am restoring a R100RS 77. Right handle unit and both levers are seems to be anodised aluminum. Left handle unit and throttle chain cover is painted. I stripped the paint. I wonder if these are aluminum or pot metal? If aluminum I can make them anodised to black. Is there anyone who knows th...
by serkand
Mon 19. Apr 2010, 14:14
Forum: Restoration forum
Topic: R26 Axle Shaft Materials
Replies: 1
Views: 5345

R26 Axle Shaft Materials

Hi, Today I took out both front and rear axle shafts of my '58 R26. Most of the surface is rust free but there is some surface rust on left ends (the end with the hole). I could not understand if they're originally chrome plated or stainless. Does any one know what kind of material is used for axle ...