P.M. QUOTES! This is great stuff here! "So by all means", "okay, let's get right into it", "moving right along", my favorite - "AND THERE IT IS" (indeed) "so until then see you on the road". OUTSTANDING P.M. don't change a thing. SAFE JOURNEYS TO ALL ALWAYS!
I'm over here in MA rebuilding my sad old 72 ironhead listening to your soothing voice lol in the background ever reminding me wrenches are for wrenching and not for throwing :)
I have enjoyed these videos. Sooo many things I didn't know about time and how it's constructed. I feel i could do these too but I'm just kidding myself. Looks like a lot of work.
A quality beam and pointer torque wrench can be amazingly accurate. Love your videos. I'm a small shop owner, by appointment only now that I'm retired. I appreciate your HD knowledge and your willingness to share. You are an able and engaging teacher. Keep it up!!!
Wouderful videos your vocabulary is you that makes you a unique person very enjoyable and fun keep up the good and very instructional videos im learning a lot your the go to guy thanks
Mike You Are the Master! I had Spoke Wheels on All my Bikes, Why I think You Answered That, Because They Look Good! As Always Thanks, I have Learned! That’s Good, ALSO!
Those things you say you're not supposed to say are kind of your trademark. Keep using them. Don't forget to add "Torten". Fascinating videos. Thank you.
Watched your 2 most recent spoke and torque videos back to back. (The weekend is good for something). Looking forward to the packing and setting of the bearings! It's nice to watch someone do this stuff even though I'm unable to myself. I get to live semi vicariously through your channel. Keep 'em coming! I'll be watching!
Of all the things I've watched my MC mechanic friend do over the years, lacing up a new wheel always held my attention 100%. I've always thought of it as an art form really. Your video series on this didn't disappoint either. Nothing quite like a spoked wheel! Stay safe. 👊😎
You explained it very well. Thanks. I've been doing wheels for myself and members of the AMCA plus some local shops for around 30 years. What I like to do after it's all trued and spokes are ground down is tap on each spoke with the spoke wrench to check the sound I get. Should be all the same. As I mentioned, it's my preference, not everybody's. Good video, thanks again.
I spent hours one day trying to build a wheel but the last few spokes wouldn't 'go in'.... a few days later a professional wheel builder told me that the rim wasn't drilled correctly.... thank you Custom Chrome ! I know it's your bike Mike so it's your choice, but I always fancied having a Big Twin Flathead with cast wheels and discs all round..... just my fancy...... the conflict seems right to me !
If you can spin a spanner, for sixty seconds worth of a minute's time well spun, or put up with the banter of those who doubt, 'that thing will ever run'. If you can see through your thinking & make your fingers prove you right, (& spot those two imposters, of over & under tight.) If you can fit the gearing, that Mike now has in mind, through skilful engineering, or big hammer & strong mind. Then the world is yours enjoy it, for it won't come back again, the march of time will ensure it, despite you, the bike or Zen. (And it beats just sitting on one's ever expanding donkey eh? : )
Awesome. Anyone who has never laced, trued & torqued a wheel can now see what truly goes into getting it right. It's a process and a talent doing it right...not something ever Joe may want to tackle. I learned on my first couple lace jobs to BE PATIENT, BE OBSERVANT, BE METHODICAL. (And most importantly, BE SOBER). Great set of videos on the wheel Mike!
Another great video. Spoke wheels are a bit complicated but they look so nice and they really do a great job taking a huge amount of punishment. That is a good looking wheel.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge Mike. You remind me of my kart racing buddy who could sure tune those Macs. Always learn something from you. Take care and God Bless.
many thanks, Mike. I'm just now lacing two wheels for my shovelhead and your wheel series has given me much more information and confidence going forward. I really enjoy all of your videos.
Yep, great set of vids. I was planning on re-lacing my factory wheels to a new size; this is a good calm series to remind me of all the things I've not thought about in 30+ years. Thanks.
Awesome Mike , I have aligned or trued many a mountain bike rim , never a full sized motorcycle rim . I think I' am confident now with your tutelage to conquer a 21 " cycle rim lol. Thanks bud !
Years ago, in an old mechanics book I found a formula showing how to set up your torque wrench when using an extension. I had a two inch box end for my shovel. It works with any length extension and is used with the extension in a straight line with torque wrench. I could try to send it if you don't have it.
Great vid brother mike,great advice its the small details that end up being a huge deal in the end, speaking of advice ,last sat on our ride a drunk driver crossed into our lane on a hard curve, my 20 year old was in front ,he pushed real hard on the inside right curve of his handle bar which shot him hard left, something i taught him early on ,it saved his life but going into the ditch he flipped her, front end totally trashed tank and back fender ,hes ok no serious injuries but could have lost his life,so anyone out there that knows any new riders share the things with them that u know to fo if things get bad out there, u could save a life ,were all in this beautiful motorcycle world together. Ride hard ,ride safe ,be well
ThankYou. And, I'm glad your son is okay. I've always had a fear of teaching riders. The only thing I really preach hard about riding is simply, "Don't get close to anything or anyone."
That was awesome and much appreciated. I have been waiting to watch this because we have been pretty busy with power outages due to the weather here in Texas and Louisiana. I am always glad to see your work. I hope you have a great weekend sir and stay safe.
Beautiful stuff ; em dremels are handy . Heard guys even using duct tape for rim strip . Another ride up through pioneertown this morning. Stir crazy at home . Baffles sure helped my hooker headers . Much better- good day to you sir - 🤠👍🏻✊👌
Only discovered your videos a week ago Mike and I’ve watched everyone already, your a joy to watch and get the message over precisely and clearly, keep up the good work my friend we love it.
Pacific Mike the stories you tell of the motorcycle guys that have made small useful tools for you and sent you parts for bikes are great, have you thought about going to a local engineering firm and having a small production run made of the little useful items such as the camshaft puller, pushrod cover aligners and spoke torque head etc. Low cost but I and I’m sure many others would love them in our tool boxes, not expensive but well engineered and most importantly with your name on the box, low shipping costs when you post them and they would help with the cost of keeping your channel running.
Hey Mike, from a fellow SoCaler! I'm a female and really enjoy watching your videos. I love seeing rigid frames, floppy leather saddlebags etc. Haha. I remember a long time ago, I guess my old boyfriend's bags weren't bolted down and he'd toss a few rocks in on his side enough to equal the weight of my side. Haha. I (used to) have alot of fun. Thanks.
It was a lot of fun. I remember the girlfriends that filled their saddlebag so full it was hard to close. Mine, on the other hand, was perfect. Then there was the nice woman who packed the bags (both sides) so well that I didn't have to think about it and we were set for the weekend. Do you do the Long Beach Swap Meet?
@@pacificmike9501Haha. That's cool. No. But I've always wanted to go to the big ones up there. I'm in San Diego and used to go to one here at the Old Jack Murphy stadium. Car and bike stuff. When is the Long Beach one? I was born in Long Beach, but from and grew up in San Diego.
Another interesting video Mike. My wife was in the bedroom while I was listening to this one in the kitchen, the part where you started grinding caused her to shout out "Mark what are you doing, hope your not cutting your hair!" All part of the lockdown madness, I keep threatening to cut my own hair with a beard trimmer! Look forward to the next video. Mark from Northern Ireland.
Mark, don't cut your hair. Of course the lockdown is driving her crazy. Look at you, ready to cut your hair. And don't be trimming your beard either. My best to your better half. Glad you liked the video.
Great followup Video, I used to use some You Tube videos to help some of my Mechanic's when they had Trouble understanding things. I can see HD Dealerships using some of yours to help young Mechanics out. Again keep up the great work.
Slide Rule made an artical on spokes and how they work in his column titled Mototcycle Technicalities. The spokes at the top of the wheel are the working spokes as spokes work under suspension not compression. Trivial but intresting for those who never really thought about it.
Just my opinion, the short ‘n’ Sweet videos are really effective. I watch them a few times to help remember the tips and tricks. I believe you would retain as much knowledge in your field as a surgeon does in theirs.
You should have seen the one I wrecked in the "good old days." It looked cool, right up to the point of impact. They just aren't very structuraly, you know. But, certainly a fun idea.
I always loved that look .Haven’t seen a rim or hub for them for years.Had a friend in Jersey that specialized in all kinds of spoke wheels and had a set on my old panhead.Mucho maintainence on them riding in NYC.
Remember to tighten the axle nuts on installation. Forgetting to do so was the unfortunate inspiration of that famous country song: "You Picked a Fine Time to Leave Me, Loose Wheel..."
I don't know if you're still doing this but thank you for showing how to true up a wheel. I am going to do my own wheels instead of sending them to Buchanans. I am starting out with new wheels and stainless steel spokes/nipples for a BSA 441 Victor Special.
Well Mike, Buchanan Spokes does sell the beam type torque wrench, it looks just like yours. I had to check. We spent last winter at a RV resort in Desert Hot Springs, not to sure with this Virus if we can this time. I always learn something when I watch a video. Thanks from Vancouver,Canada.
Found your channel the other day, getting great info from ya......watching you from Washington state. Originally from your area though. Lived in Fontana forever and used to work in San Bernardino. Keep up the great info.
Hey Mike, wadda ya generally torque a 16" old star hub rear wheel to, and would it be the same for a 21front? Also the book says to seat the nipples with a flat punch, is that necessary, do you do it? I'm getting ready to do the new wheels for the 50. Thanks, John
Hello John. Torque recommendations on spokes come from the manufacturer. Seating the spokes with a punch works very well, but, you seat the heads of the spokes into the hub, not the nipples.
Mike, would grinding as you did unbalance the rim in any way? My soft tail has spokes and when I had the tires replaced that I know of all they did is add weight to balance and most likely did not check the spokes or grind anything down, Just asking for next time. Thanks in advance.
When you respoke a wheel and you are finished, the ends quite often protrude. They need to be ground down to the surface of the nipple, so they won't poke holes in rhe tubes.
Thanks Mike. Couldn't find a 6mm crows foot wrench anywhere, so I bit the bullet and bought a PitPosse spoke torque wrench. Unbelievably it was the only kit that included the 6mm size crows foot that fits most Harley spokes. My next problem is that my Harley service manual does not show a torque spec for my front wheel spokes, but rather uses the term "snug" lol!😅. Being that I'm a torque wrench kind of guy, I did lots of research and sounds like the consensus is 40-50 inch-pounds on the front 21" wheel spokes. Sound about right to you?
Hey Mike! I think I saw you on a tv show last night called Car Masters. Some dude was asking about a blower motor with a bunch of bikers at a roadside diner and there was a frame with you standing there. Was that you? My wife and I have been debating if it was you or not. Love the videos and appreciate how you respond to all the comments.
If it's the one I'm thinking of, yah, that was me. Beige shirt, black leather cap, shades, standing at the bar. I even spoke. The guy said he had a Honda Goldwing he wanted to trade and I referred to it as a "Leadwing."
Hey Mike, quick question, have you ever lost motivation to go in the workshop and work on your bikes? I seem to be going through a patch at the moment and I cant snap out of it. Thanks for all your videos and effort. Cheers, Ell from England
Yes, of course. We all have that, and, with the world in such an odd state of affairs, it's hard to stay on task. I make a concious effort to be happy. I should be anyway. But again, this is strange and confusing. So many people with serious problems, it's hard not to feel them. You can get pretty lonely with your own thoughts. I talk to my dog. Our walk every day lifts my spirits. I pick different kinds of music for my garage. But, nobody,s always happy. I honestly work at it. Realizing we all get that way makes me feel like I'm not going crazy. Cut yourself some slack.
@@pacificmike9501 wow thanks Mike, that makes a lot of sense. I'm going to take your advice and try and put it into practice. Watching your videos makes me feel happy, maybe I'll put one of your videos on in my garage and start tinkering with something, try and give myself a little bump start. Keep up the good work and thank you again, and I mean that. Your words really hit home. Keep safe Mike, Ell
Mike, I had my wheel relaced about 20 years ago. Just recently when I put on a new tire I noticed measurable corrosion around the inside of the wheel between the rubber rim strip and the top of the spoke adjustment nipples. After I clean the rust off what should I do to seal around the spoke nipples and rim so this doesn't happen again?
Mask it off and paint it with a good, rust inhibiting paint. It will help stretch its life. We are usually the cause of this condition by blasting the wheels with water. It goes right in around the spoke nipples and sits there doing its damage. It's an ongoing battle and you need to carefully inspect to be sure the strength of the rim is not compromised yet. I've seen spotlessly cleaned rims that were beautiful. But, further inspection showed a hole all the way through the rim.
Copper paste or some bicycle assebly butter. For example shimano butter/ grease. Also good to dip the threads of the spokes in some grease to prevent them and nipples from rusting together before assembly. That will also give correct torque spec on spoke tension. You can build good rims without all this of course.
Mike, I understand the consequence of undertorqueing spokes, but what’s the consequence of overtorqueing ( I mean not hugely, but some)? Reason I ask, I didn’t have an inch pound wrench when I did my Triumph wheels, might have gone a little strong cuz I didn’t want to be light-maybe I should go back and get them exact?
We all used to do them strictly by feel. Now, we try to be more exacting. If the manufacturer of the spokes has a spec, adhere to it. "Even" is the most important thing. If they're too tight, they can pull through the rim. Again, the company that makes the parts is who you should consult.
Hey Mike, Paco once again! quick question. I´ve done everything in order to get my wheel trued and torqued however I´m struggling with that! Once I´ve trued the wheel when I torqued the true is lost (along with the hub/rim distance)! So, tried start torquing the true and then the others, skip 2 spokes, small increments and nothing!!!! Even the wheel, spokes and hub are used they are perfectly fine (I disassemble to clean and service everything), rim has no hits or bumbles! I´ve followed the manual step by step 3 times without success and it´s driving me crazy! Do you think Mikare the used spokes?? I don´t know what I´m doing wrong!
I don't like to use used spokes or used rims to build wheels. Big deal. I've done a lot of things I really didn't like. I'll bet your problem is that with used spokes you have used threads. Use antisieze on the threads when you assemble it. Without those spokes assembling smoothly, you can't develop the "feel" you're looking for.
It can. You need to recheck and retorque as necessary. You can drive yourself craz y too. Don't do that. We're being as accurate as possible. We're doing it better than we ever knew we could. Maybe even "overkill."
@@pacificmike9501 thanks for the reply Mike,bought a 76 FLH four years ago and your videos have been a valuable source of knowledge.Very best wishes from Northern Ireland.
Great videos, Mike! I'm going to be restoring and relacing a set of spokes wheels for my 75 honda gl1000 and was wondering what your opinion was on finishes (or lack thereof) do you prefer alloy rims polished? Anodized? Polished and then clear powdercoat? Polished and clear coat with paint? Thanks!
Hi Mike, Thanks for sharing the knowledge. Would you consider an instructional for making and fitting a custom axel spacer. A ridged wide tire Timken bearing application is what I am working on. Thanks
That is a whole system and I'm not needing one at the moment. I did adapt a modern wheel and disc brake to an early (58-72) Big Twin swing arm for my Shovelhead. Go to our CZcams Homepage and click on the word "videos." You should be able to get the information you need there.
Great video as usual and its your show so speak how ya want... questions do all wheels torque at 50 inch pounds or is there another torque for 16 and 21? Front or rear? As said before great video and thanks for your time...
I go by the manufacturer of the spokes. Is the rim steel or aluminum? Is it a front wheel, or a rear wheel? Is it a big radical engine or a stocker? I don't mean to avoid giving an answer, but, I consult over the phone, with the manufacturer of the spokes.
P.M. QUOTES! This is great stuff here! "So by all means", "okay, let's get right into it", "moving right along", my favorite - "AND THERE IT IS" (indeed) "so until then see you on the road". OUTSTANDING P.M. don't change a thing. SAFE JOURNEYS TO ALL ALWAYS!
👍
Gee. Thank You.
Nope, it’s “so until then, I’ll see you OUT on the road!” 😀
Thanks Mike I would never have thought about grinding the spokes level, you just saved me from getting flat. Great content as always. 👍
Glad to help
Always good content and always nice to see a happy smiling soul.
Thank You. I'm here for a good time. And I wish you one.
You are like a bike teacher to us, just about every vid I've watched, I've learned something I didn't know, thanks Mike 👍
Thank You.
I'm over here in MA rebuilding my sad old 72 ironhead listening to your soothing voice lol in the background ever reminding me wrenches are for wrenching and not for throwing :)
Everybody gets a wierd once in a while. Cut yourself some slack.
I have enjoyed these videos. Sooo many things I didn't know about time and how it's constructed. I feel i could do these too but I'm just kidding myself. Looks like a lot of work.
It's actually fun.
A quality beam and pointer torque wrench can be amazingly accurate. Love your videos. I'm a small shop owner, by appointment only now that I'm retired. I appreciate your HD knowledge and your willingness to share. You are an able and engaging teacher. Keep it up!!!
Thank You.
Wouderful videos your vocabulary is you that makes you a unique person very enjoyable and fun keep up the good and very instructional videos im learning a lot your the go to guy thanks
Thank You.
Hanks for sharing Mike and have a great day!
Thanks, you too!
Mike You Are the Master! I had Spoke Wheels on All my Bikes, Why I think You Answered That, Because They Look Good! As Always Thanks, I have Learned! That’s Good, ALSO!
Glad to help!
Thanks for bringing us through the entire process Mike! Well done! Enjoyed it much! On with the build!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Its always nice to see all your uploaded videos Mike
Its some kind of a refresher for the old minds
Thank You.
I have started having my 1980 FXR rebuilt . The information you have provided is invaluable . Thanks 🙏
Thank You.
Except that the FXR didn't come out until 1982
Fascinating watching you do this. Thank you for sharing Mike. Stay safe bro
Thanks, you too!
Those things you say you're not supposed to say are kind of your trademark. Keep using them. Don't forget to add "Torten". Fascinating videos. Thank you.
Thank You.
Watched your 2 most recent spoke and torque videos back to back. (The weekend is good for something). Looking forward to the packing and setting of the bearings! It's nice to watch someone do this stuff even though I'm unable to myself. I get to live semi vicariously through your channel. Keep 'em coming! I'll be watching!
Thank You. I'm glad you enjoy them.
Excellent stuff Sir. Thanks for sharing your experience and talent.
Thank You.
Thanks Mike! always glad to see your content and sharing your knowledge. keep safe!
Thanks, you too!
I just grabbed my angle grinder to do this job but now seeing your video im gonna buy grinding tips for my dremel 👍. Thanks for the video.
Glad I could help
Of all the things I've watched my MC mechanic friend do over the years, lacing up a new wheel always held my attention 100%. I've always thought of it as an art form really. Your video series on this didn't disappoint either. Nothing quite like a spoked wheel! Stay safe. 👊😎
Thank You. You too.
You explained it very well. Thanks. I've been doing wheels for myself and members of the AMCA plus some local shops for around 30 years. What I like to do after it's all trued and spokes are ground down is tap on each spoke with the spoke wrench to check the sound I get. Should be all the same. As I mentioned, it's my preference, not everybody's. Good video, thanks again.
Absolutely cool. Thank You.
I spent hours one day trying to build a wheel but the last few spokes wouldn't 'go in'.... a few days later a professional wheel builder told me that the rim wasn't drilled correctly.... thank you Custom Chrome !
I know it's your bike Mike so it's your choice, but I always fancied having a Big Twin Flathead with cast wheels and discs all round..... just my fancy...... the conflict seems right to me !
Different strokes. It's cool.
Hi Mike, enjoyed, never realized the grinding part was an actual step. Thanks and cheers!
Glad it was helpful!
Awe man thank you so much for sharing you knowledge Mike , me and my 9 year old son enjoy watching your videos. I can’t wait to build a new wheel now.
Thank You. That goes to you and your son.
Hi Mike, I don't own a harley and haven't ridden a bike in 25 yrs but I love your videos and your presentation style.
Thank You.
Always a Pleasure to watch Your Videos. So many Things to learn on Your Channel. Thanks for that.
My pleasure!
So many folks are scared to tackle this task. This has been great video series helping remove some of the worry I'm sure. Keep up the great work!
Glad it was helpful! Thank You.
If you can spin a spanner, for sixty seconds worth of a minute's time well spun,
or put up with the banter of those who doubt, 'that thing will ever run'.
If you can see through your thinking & make your fingers prove you right,
(& spot those two imposters, of over & under tight.)
If you can fit the gearing, that Mike now has in mind,
through skilful engineering, or big hammer & strong mind.
Then the world is yours enjoy it, for it won't come back again,
the march of time will ensure it, despite you, the bike or Zen.
(And it beats just sitting on one's ever expanding donkey eh? : )
You are possibly, "Three Cool," as opposed to the usual "Two."
HEY! I'M THE WITTY ONE!
PLAGERIST!!!
Thank you for these! Mike, you are alright🤙
Glad you like them!
Thanks Mike, learned something new again!!
There's always stuff that's new to us. We just keep learning old stuff. Thank You.
1:09 Mike, I don't have a bike, but hope to have one someday. Really enjoy learning from your teaching methods.
Thanks
Thank You.
Awesome. Anyone who has never laced, trued & torqued a wheel can now see what truly goes into getting it right. It's a process and a talent doing it right...not something ever Joe may want to tackle. I learned on my first couple lace jobs to BE PATIENT, BE OBSERVANT, BE METHODICAL. (And most importantly, BE SOBER). Great set of videos on the wheel Mike!
Thank You.
Another great video. Spoke wheels are a bit complicated but they look so nice and they really do a great job taking a huge amount of punishment. That is a good looking wheel.
Thank You.
@@pacificmike9501 You are welcome.
Thanks for sharing your knowledge Mike. You remind me of my kart racing buddy who could sure tune those Macs. Always learn something from you. Take care and God Bless.
Thank You. Tuning is a real "feel" thing.
Thanks Mike love watching you sir you are a great teacher.
I appreciate that!
many thanks, Mike. I'm just now lacing two wheels for my shovelhead and your wheel series has given me much more information and confidence going forward. I really enjoy all of your videos.
Thank You. I'm truly glad. Take it slow and enjoy it.
Beautiful wheel of passion! . Thank you
Well put. Thank You.
So very interesting, didn’t know You were so versed in every facet !
I rarely paint and don't really enjoy welding. But, thank you.
Yep, great set of vids. I was planning on re-lacing my factory wheels to a new size; this is a good calm series to remind me of all the things I've not thought about in 30+ years. Thanks.
Glad to help.
Awesome Mike , I have aligned or trued many a mountain bike rim , never a full sized motorcycle rim . I think I' am confident now with your tutelage to conquer a 21 " cycle rim lol. Thanks bud !
Go for it! Sounds good to me.
Years ago, in an old mechanics book I found a formula showing how to set up your torque wrench when using an extension. I had a two inch box end for my shovel. It works with any length extension and is used with the extension in a straight line with torque wrench. I could try to send it if you don't have it.
Thank You. I think I have one.
Great vid brother mike,great advice its the small details that end up being a huge deal in the end, speaking of advice ,last sat on our ride a drunk driver crossed into our lane on a hard curve, my 20 year old was in front ,he pushed real hard on the inside right curve of his handle bar which shot him hard left, something i taught him early on ,it saved his life but going into the ditch he flipped her, front end totally trashed tank and back fender ,hes ok no serious injuries but could have lost his life,so anyone out there that knows any new riders share the things with them that u know to fo if things get bad out there, u could save a life ,were all in this beautiful motorcycle world together.
Ride hard ,ride safe ,be well
ThankYou. And, I'm glad your son is okay. I've always had a fear of teaching riders. The only thing I really preach hard about riding is simply, "Don't get close to anything or anyone."
That was awesome and much appreciated. I have been waiting to watch this because we have been pretty busy with power outages due to the weather here in Texas and Louisiana. I am always glad to see your work. I hope you have a great weekend sir and stay safe.
Thank You. And, you too.
I enjoy your videos I really learn a lot cant wait to see the flathead come to life
Thank You.
Hello. It is a real nice job than you do all the time.
Take care to you, and keep safe.
Thanks, you too!
Beautiful stuff ; em dremels are handy . Heard guys even using duct tape for rim strip . Another ride up through pioneertown this morning. Stir crazy at home . Baffles sure helped my hooker headers . Much better- good day to you sir - 🤠👍🏻✊👌
Have a great day. Thank You.
Only discovered your videos a week ago Mike and I’ve watched everyone already, your a joy to watch and get the message over precisely and clearly, keep up the good work my friend we love it.
Wow, thank you
Pacific Mike the stories you tell of the motorcycle guys that have made small useful tools for you and sent you parts for bikes are great, have you thought about going to a local engineering firm and having a small production run made of the little useful items such as the camshaft puller, pushrod cover aligners and spoke torque head etc. Low cost but I and I’m sure many others would love them in our tool boxes, not expensive but well engineered and most importantly with your name on the box, low shipping costs when you post them and they would help with the cost of keeping your channel running.
Hey Mike, from a fellow SoCaler! I'm a female and really enjoy watching your videos. I love seeing rigid frames, floppy leather saddlebags etc. Haha. I remember a long time ago, I guess my old boyfriend's bags weren't bolted down and he'd toss a few rocks in on his side enough to equal the weight of my side. Haha. I (used to) have alot of fun. Thanks.
It was a lot of fun. I remember the girlfriends that filled their saddlebag so full it was hard to close. Mine, on the other hand, was perfect. Then there was the nice woman who packed the bags (both sides) so well that I didn't have to think about it and we were set for the weekend. Do you do the Long Beach Swap Meet?
@@pacificmike9501Haha. That's cool. No. But I've always wanted to go to the big ones up there. I'm in San Diego and used to go to one here at the Old Jack Murphy stadium. Car and bike stuff. When is the Long Beach one? I was born in Long Beach, but from and grew up in San Diego.
Another interesting video Mike. My wife was in the bedroom while I was listening to this one in the kitchen, the part where you started grinding caused her to shout out "Mark what are you doing, hope your not cutting your hair!" All part of the lockdown madness, I keep threatening to cut my own hair with a beard trimmer! Look forward to the next video. Mark from Northern Ireland.
Mark, don't cut your hair. Of course the lockdown is driving her crazy. Look at you, ready to cut your hair. And don't be trimming your beard either. My best to your better half. Glad you liked the video.
Great followup Video, I used to use some You Tube videos to help some of my Mechanic's when they had Trouble understanding things. I can see HD Dealerships using some of yours to help young Mechanics out. Again keep up the great work.
Thank You. That's quite a compliment.
THANK YOU...for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
Mike is such a good dude I disable my ad blocker, watch his videos, then re-enable ad block haha.
Thank You.
Ouch! Memories of childhood visits to the dentist!
Sorry.
Love the vids Mike!!
Thank You.
Thanks Mike for helping me out your the best
Thank You.
Thanks Mike beautiful wheel
Yah, I build them so that I get all of the parts I want in a wheel.
@@pacificmike9501 which is your favorite wheel and hub Mike, brand etc...?
Was mesmerised watching your vid when you spoked the wheel you made it look so easy , so much fun to see!!! 👍🏻
Glad you liked it!!Thank You.
Slide Rule made an artical on spokes and how they work in his column titled Mototcycle Technicalities.
The spokes at the top of the wheel are the working spokes as spokes work under suspension not compression.
Trivial but intresting for those who never really thought about it.
Thank You. I didn't mention it, but, I'm sure I read it a long time ago.
Just my opinion, the short ‘n’ Sweet videos are really effective. I watch them a few times to help remember the tips and tricks. I believe you would retain as much knowledge in your field as a surgeon does in theirs.
Thank You.
Mike,one day you should do a straight lace job;like the really “good old days”
You should have seen the one I wrecked in the "good old days." It looked cool, right up to the point of impact. They just aren't very structuraly, you know. But, certainly a fun idea.
I always loved that look .Haven’t seen a rim or hub for them for years.Had a friend in Jersey that specialized in all kinds of spoke wheels and had a set on my old panhead.Mucho maintainence on them riding in NYC.
Thanks Mike cant wait for the next video
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Very knowledgeable video ,thanks mike
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Remember to tighten the axle nuts on installation. Forgetting to do so was the unfortunate inspiration of that famous country song: "You Picked a Fine Time to Leave Me, Loose Wheel..."
Kenny Rogers would have loved that. I do.
Mike for President 2020!
Not a chance! Thank You. But, no thank you. I'll just be a wheel with the wheels.
great vid
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I don't know if you're still doing this but thank you for showing how to true up a wheel. I am going to do my own wheels instead of sending them to Buchanans. I am starting out with new wheels and stainless steel spokes/nipples for a BSA 441 Victor Special.
Cool motorcycle. Use Buchannan's "anti-seize."
This guy is the coolest
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Well Mike, Buchanan Spokes does sell the beam type torque wrench, it looks just like yours. I had to check.
We spent last winter at a RV resort in Desert Hot Springs, not to sure with this Virus if we can this time. I always learn something when I watch a video. Thanks from Vancouver,Canada.
Thank You. I go to DHS fairly often.
You did a great job of that wheel mike .
Thank You. I intend to use it to death.
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Great instructions.
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Awesome Mike thanks for the great tips brother 👍
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Hi Mike! Love the old Harleys and the videos!
Glad you like them!
Found your channel the other day, getting great info from ya......watching you from Washington state. Originally from your area though. Lived in Fontana forever and used to work in San Bernardino. Keep up the great info.
Cool. I grew up in Berdoo. I don't live there any more. But, I'm in SoCal. I love Washington too.
More good advise as always.
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Hey Mike, wadda ya generally torque a 16" old star hub rear wheel to, and would it be the same for a 21front? Also the book says to seat the nipples with a flat punch, is that necessary, do you do it? I'm getting ready to do the new wheels for the 50. Thanks, John
Hello John. Torque recommendations on spokes come from the manufacturer. Seating the spokes with a punch works very well, but, you seat the heads of the spokes into the hub, not the nipples.
Grinding is a nice tip! You should have video tech do more of a zoom-in on some of your stuff
I think he's doing fine. But, we always try to improve. Grinding is a necessary part of the process.
Mike, would grinding as you did unbalance the rim in any way? My soft tail has spokes and when I had the tires replaced that I know of all they did is add weight to balance and most likely did not check the spokes or grind anything down, Just asking for next time. Thanks in advance.
When you respoke a wheel and you are finished, the ends quite often protrude. They need to be ground down to the surface of the nipple, so they won't poke holes in rhe tubes.
Hey Mike your the best and love watching you at work so can I use stp oil to rebuild my 1993 harley
You can use anything you like. I normally use assembly lube.
Hello Mike, do you know where to buy one of these spoke wrenches to be adapted to the tork tool? Thank you for letting me know. Ed
That one is a Snap-On "Torque Adapter." It is cut off and then notched.
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You rock mike keep em comin
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Great video, what do you think about letting the wheel settle for several days before checking it for settling before re-checking the torque?
I love it. I think they settle overnight. But, you can't be too careful or too thorough.
Thanks Mike. Couldn't find a 6mm crows foot wrench anywhere, so I bit the bullet and bought a PitPosse spoke torque wrench. Unbelievably it was the only kit that included the 6mm size crows foot that fits most Harley spokes.
My next problem is that my Harley service manual does not show a torque spec for my front wheel spokes, but rather uses the term "snug" lol!😅. Being that I'm a torque wrench kind of guy, I did lots of research and sounds like the consensus is 40-50 inch-pounds on the front 21" wheel spokes. Sound about right to you?
Probably. Not sure. Don't know who made your spokes. I generally use Buchannan Spokes and torque according to them.
Thanks again Mike.
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Test the top of your springer with a magnet. Bronze is not magnetic. Your welcome.Lol Rob from Connecticut
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Hey Mike! I think I saw you on a tv show last night called Car Masters. Some dude was asking about a blower motor with a bunch of bikers at a roadside diner and there was a frame with you standing there. Was that you? My wife and I have been debating if it was you or not. Love the videos and appreciate how you respond to all the comments.
If it's the one I'm thinking of, yah, that was me. Beige shirt, black leather cap, shades, standing at the bar. I even spoke. The guy said he had a Honda Goldwing he wanted to trade and I referred to it as a "Leadwing."
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Hey Mike, quick question, have you ever lost motivation to go in the workshop and work on your bikes? I seem to be going through a patch at the moment and I cant snap out of it.
Thanks for all your videos and effort.
Cheers,
Ell from England
Yes, of course. We all have that, and, with the world in such an odd state of affairs, it's hard to stay on task. I make a concious effort to be happy. I should be anyway. But again, this is strange and confusing. So many people with serious problems, it's hard not to feel them. You can get pretty lonely with your own thoughts. I talk to my dog. Our walk every day lifts my spirits. I pick different kinds of music for my garage. But, nobody,s always happy. I honestly work at it. Realizing we all get that way makes me feel like I'm not going crazy. Cut yourself some slack.
@@pacificmike9501 wow thanks Mike, that makes a lot of sense. I'm going to take your advice and try and put it into practice. Watching your videos makes me feel happy, maybe I'll put one of your videos on in my garage and start tinkering with something, try and give myself a little bump start. Keep up the good work and thank you again, and I mean that. Your words really hit home.
Keep safe Mike,
Ell
Mike, I had my wheel relaced about 20 years ago. Just recently when I put on a new tire I noticed measurable corrosion around the inside of the wheel between the rubber rim strip and the top of the spoke adjustment nipples. After I clean the rust off what should I do to seal around the spoke nipples and rim so this doesn't happen again?
Mask it off and paint it with a good, rust inhibiting paint. It will help stretch its life. We are usually the cause of this condition by blasting the wheels with water. It goes right in around the spoke nipples and sits there doing its damage. It's an ongoing battle and you need to carefully inspect to be sure the strength of the rim is not compromised yet. I've seen spotlessly cleaned rims that were beautiful. But, further inspection showed a hole all the way through the rim.
Copper paste or some bicycle assebly butter. For example shimano butter/ grease. Also good to dip the threads of the spokes in some grease to prevent them and nipples from rusting together before assembly. That will also give correct torque spec on spoke tension. You can build good rims without all this of course.
Mike, I understand the consequence of undertorqueing spokes, but what’s the consequence of overtorqueing ( I mean not hugely, but some)? Reason I ask, I didn’t have an inch pound wrench when I did my Triumph wheels, might have gone a little strong cuz I didn’t want to be light-maybe I should go back and get them exact?
We all used to do them strictly by feel. Now, we try to be more exacting. If the manufacturer of the spokes has a spec, adhere to it. "Even" is the most important thing. If they're too tight, they can pull through the rim. Again, the company that makes the parts is who you should consult.
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Hey Mike, Paco once again! quick question. I´ve done everything in order to get my wheel trued and torqued however I´m struggling with that! Once I´ve trued the wheel when I torqued the true is lost (along with the hub/rim distance)! So, tried start torquing the true and then the others, skip 2 spokes, small increments and nothing!!!! Even the wheel, spokes and hub are used they are perfectly fine (I disassemble to clean and service everything), rim has no hits or bumbles! I´ve followed the manual step by step 3 times without success and it´s driving me crazy! Do you think Mikare the used spokes?? I don´t know what I´m doing wrong!
I don't like to use used spokes or used rims to build wheels. Big deal. I've done a lot of things I really didn't like. I'll bet your problem is that with used spokes you have used threads. Use antisieze on the threads when you assemble it. Without those spokes assembling smoothly, you can't develop the "feel" you're looking for.
This may be a stupid question.but after trueing the wheel does the torquing not mess up the setting?
It can. You need to recheck and retorque as necessary. You can drive yourself craz y too. Don't do that. We're being as accurate as possible. We're doing it better than we ever knew we could. Maybe even "overkill."
That was not a "stupid" question.
Great question.
@@pacificmike9501 thanks for the reply Mike,bought a 76 FLH four years ago and your videos have been a valuable source of knowledge.Very best wishes from Northern Ireland.
Great videos, Mike! I'm going to be restoring and relacing a set of spokes wheels for my 75 honda gl1000 and was wondering what your opinion was on finishes (or lack thereof) do you prefer alloy rims polished? Anodized? Polished and then clear powdercoat? Polished and clear coat with paint? Thanks!
I probably have a problem of some sort, but, I polish mine by hand.
Hi Mike, Thanks for sharing the knowledge. Would you consider an instructional for making and fitting a custom axel spacer. A ridged wide tire Timken bearing application is what I am working on. Thanks
That is a whole system and I'm not needing one at the moment. I did adapt a modern wheel and disc brake to an early (58-72) Big Twin swing arm for my Shovelhead. Go to our CZcams Homepage and click on the word "videos." You should be able to get the information you need there.
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After grinding, the spokes and nipples rust quickly because the plating has been removed. Follow up after grinding with some good paint.
Good point. I normally use stainless spokes, rather than chromed steel.
Great video as usual and its your show so speak how ya want... questions do all wheels torque at 50 inch pounds or is there another torque for 16 and 21? Front or rear? As said before great video and thanks for your time...
I go by the manufacturer of the spokes. Is the rim steel or aluminum? Is it a front wheel, or a rear wheel? Is it a big radical engine or a stocker? I don't mean to avoid giving an answer, but, I consult over the phone, with the manufacturer of the spokes.
Thanks Mr Pacific . Will you be teaching us how to weight and balance a tire as well? Take car of yourself Mike
Yes I will, but, I need to gather up a tire, tube, rim band and pick and prep and paint a brake drum. Then, the same thing for the rear.
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