We holiday in Pembrokeshire every year and early in 2023 visited the museum, it was a great way to spend at least half a day. Lovely people running it, could not have been more helpful explaining each of the exhibits and a decent cafe and shop. We will go back again another time. Great to see another video from you. Cheers Paul
I think the people running it are all volunteers which would explain their enthusiasm, they all seem so invested in the exhibits. I think its a great place to visit
Interesting to see the old Ruston engine. We still have one in service from the 60's as a backup generator. They just decommissioned our Mirlees gensets, that was a sad day to see them scrapped but parts and service were a nightmare. Glad to see an update, would like to have more local area videos, looks like a lovely place.
It is a great museum as they do run the machines, the ingenuity of the old engineers as to how they solved practical issues is fascinating. I hope to bring more trip type content in the future.
If you ever fancy doing a vid on inspecting and adjusting the clutch on your Falcone I'd be glued to that one. Plan to have a few days exploring Wales this summer on my Nuovo Falcone Militare. Good to see and hear you again Andy.
I have just replaced a clutch in a Nuovo Falcone, I did not video it but is there anything in particular you wanted to know? I was concerned about doing it but it all went well for me. Thanks Paul
@@classicrider5274 Thanks Paul. Much appreciated. I am going to check the spring lengths, engine casing lever assy and general operation as I would like to try and lessen the amount of effort needed at the handlebar lever. I've had a hand op and full strength has not returned yet. Cable seems in good condition and slides without excess friction, so I'm looking for any gain possible. I know these boxes require a ponderous change, but although the 1972 bike has less than 10k kms on it, I suspect the plates are original and maybe new would just improve the whole operation? Any thoughts and experience most welcome.
@@iandeumayne-jones1557 Hi Ian, I have owned mine for a couple of years and not really done many miles. It’s only done 13000 km from new so not worn out. First winter I replaced steering head bearings and special rear wheel bearings as they were rusty and notchy. Spring last year, back on the road found the clutch slipping so put to back of shed and fixed it last winter. My plain plates were clearly overheated and distorted but measured ok. The friction plates were also to spec. The springs were shorter by about 5mm. I doubt the overheating was during my ownership and no idea how long it has been like this. I suspect the springs lost effectiveness with time and allowed the clutch slip. I bought a complete clutch from Germany and now have no clutch slip. I have a new cable, the bar lever is well lubricated and there is not much you can do at the cases. The arm is connected to a rod which has a small lever on the other end, it locates under a a thrust bearing in the clutch centre. I read that the original friction material is not great and could slip. The supplier of my new clutch suggests stronger springs to prevent slip and I can feel it’s harder to pull the clutch now, but it’s better than a slipping clutch! There is not much to modify in the cases, have you seen those pressure reducing devices that some trials riders use? It’s a small device you fit in the cable run that alters the pull ratio but does reduce movement distance so everything else needs to be set correctly. I have not tried one and just put up with the harder clutch pull. The gear change on my bike is slow and it is difficult to get a fast getaway so tend to use my machine on the back roads where it is really at home and will stay in third gear for miles. One last thought, all the clutch parts are really over engineered so they could possibly be lightened and I know an aluminium clutch centre is available which may help. The outside flywheel is also part of the problem, it takes a long time to slow when changing gear! If you have any other questions I would be happy to help. Cheers Paul
@@classicrider5274 That is really helpful Paul. I suspect I've a similar issue with spring length and yes I've got a 'clutch ease' contraption but haven't fitted for the very reason you highlighted. Reduced travel. Anyway, I'll ride it this summer as much as I can and look at depth at the clutch in the winter. It doesn't slip so I'll put more effort i to my hand grip exercises. Enjoy your Falcone. They make life slow down don't they?
I was very interested in the breva, after your video, saw one for sale really cheap, but maybe there was a reason. maybe you could show how to spot common problems, and what can be very expensive to fix (eg the final drive on bmw)
They do seem to appear on the market for very little money, my pal has one that has done over 90k miles and runs as well as my low mileage bike, so I can't really comment on what to look for as we have had no problems yet
Hi, saw you had roger nathan vid up, i was involved in some of Frank's projects. I am looking for a bike to buy have you got that benelli twin?or 3 1/2 or 380 suzuki?.even the little mv. In cardigan bay area.whats your email phone number ?
We holiday in Pembrokeshire every year and early in 2023 visited the museum, it was a great way to spend at least half a day. Lovely people running it, could not have been more helpful explaining each of the exhibits and a decent cafe and shop. We will go back again another time. Great to see another video from you. Cheers Paul
I think the people running it are all volunteers which would explain their enthusiasm, they all seem so invested in the exhibits. I think its a great place to visit
Interesting to see the old Ruston engine. We still have one in service from the 60's as a backup generator. They just decommissioned our Mirlees gensets, that was a sad day to see them scrapped but parts and service were a nightmare.
Glad to see an update, would like to have more local area videos, looks like a lovely place.
It is a great museum as they do run the machines, the ingenuity of the old engineers as to how they solved practical issues is fascinating. I hope to bring more trip type content in the future.
Nice to see a bit of Yorkshire there.
Gets everywhere
Its nice to have an update. Presumably all the various issues with the Morinis have been sorted?
Yes the Morinis are all behaving themselves now, I do like riding them as they are so much all round fun.
Good to see ya back! 🎉
Thank you it's good to be back
hey andy nice to see yr still at it matey hope to catch up with you soon cos ive just bought a nice guzzi bellagio keep up the good work all the best
Nice bike the Bellagio and not many of them around, it's good to be different.
If you ever fancy doing a vid on inspecting and adjusting the clutch on your Falcone I'd be glued to that one.
Plan to have a few days exploring Wales this summer on my Nuovo Falcone Militare.
Good to see and hear you again Andy.
I don't think I have ever needed to touch the Falcone clutch but I guess it would not hurt to check over before any problems occur.
I have just replaced a clutch in a Nuovo Falcone, I did not video it but is there anything in particular you wanted to know? I was concerned about doing it but it all went well for me. Thanks Paul
@@classicrider5274 Thanks Paul. Much appreciated.
I am going to check the spring lengths, engine casing lever assy and general operation as I would like to try and lessen the amount of effort needed at the handlebar lever. I've had a hand op and full strength has not returned yet.
Cable seems in good condition and slides without excess friction, so I'm looking for any gain possible. I know these boxes require a ponderous change, but although the 1972 bike has less than 10k kms on it, I suspect the plates are original and maybe new would just improve the whole operation? Any thoughts and experience most welcome.
@@iandeumayne-jones1557 Hi Ian, I have owned mine for a couple of years and not really done many miles. It’s only done 13000 km from new so not worn out. First winter I replaced steering head bearings and special rear wheel bearings as they were rusty and notchy. Spring last year, back on the road found the clutch slipping so put to back of shed and fixed it last winter. My plain plates were clearly overheated and distorted but measured ok. The friction plates were also to spec. The springs were shorter by about 5mm. I doubt the overheating was during my ownership and no idea how long it has been like this. I suspect the springs lost effectiveness with time and allowed the clutch slip. I bought a complete clutch from Germany and now have no clutch slip. I have a new cable, the bar lever is well lubricated and there is not much you can do at the cases. The arm is connected to a rod which has a small lever on the other end, it locates under a a thrust bearing in the clutch centre. I read that the original friction material is not great and could slip. The supplier of my new clutch suggests stronger springs to prevent slip and I can feel it’s harder to pull the clutch now, but it’s better than a slipping clutch! There is not much to modify in the cases, have you seen those pressure reducing devices that some trials riders use? It’s a small device you fit in the cable run that alters the pull ratio but does reduce movement distance so everything else needs to be set correctly. I have not tried one and just put up with the harder clutch pull. The gear change on my bike is slow and it is difficult to get a fast getaway so tend to use my machine on the back roads where it is really at home and will stay in third gear for miles. One last thought, all the clutch parts are really over engineered so they could possibly be lightened and I know an aluminium clutch centre is available which may help. The outside flywheel is also part of the problem, it takes a long time to slow when changing gear! If you have any other questions I would be happy to help. Cheers Paul
@@classicrider5274 That is really helpful Paul. I suspect I've a similar issue with spring length and yes I've got a 'clutch ease' contraption but haven't fitted for the very reason you highlighted. Reduced travel.
Anyway, I'll ride it this summer as much as I can and look at depth at the clutch in the winter. It doesn't slip so I'll put more effort i to my hand grip exercises. Enjoy your Falcone. They make life slow down don't they?
I was very interested in the breva, after your video, saw one for sale really cheap, but maybe there was a reason. maybe you could show how to spot common problems, and what can be very expensive to fix (eg the final drive on bmw)
They do seem to appear on the market for very little money, my pal has one that has done over 90k miles and runs as well as my low mileage bike, so I can't really comment on what to look for as we have had no problems yet
Don't forget you've also had the wirral witches down for a gathering as well😂
i try not to get to personal and I don't want to have an evil spell put on me
Very wise
Hi, saw you had roger nathan vid up, i was involved in some of Frank's projects. I am looking for a bike to buy have you got that benelli twin?or 3 1/2 or 380 suzuki?.even the little mv. In cardigan bay area.whats your email phone number ?
07779724015. I have to sell the MV due to ill health if it's of interest to you