Posts by Reed Cycleworks

Motorcycle Restoration

Posted by on Jul 30, 2015 in Blog

From basketcase to full restoration to restomod, we are Kawasaki, Honda, Suzuki and Yamaha specialists. We will work on the older bikes that the dealerships won’t. We believe it involves going over your bike overall condition and knowing what’s involved in return it to it original, if not better condition. Give us a call.

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What is that rattling noise, Cam Shaft!!!

Posted by on Jul 18, 2015 in Blog

Occasionally, a motorcycle will develop a noise that is not typical and needs serious investigation. Diagnosing where a noise originates and figuring out what it means is an essential part of routine maintenance. Hey what’s that rattle noise on the top end?! Oh that’s just the cam shaft coming apart!!!!!!! Sometimes we just can’t catch a break on these old bikes! It’s what we do. Specializing in vintage Japanese motorcycles. The biggest problem with noises is that they don’t always affect performance. Therefore, the urgency to find and fix a noise may not be so...

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FOR SELL!! 1996 Suzuki Bandit1200s

Posted by on Jun 29, 2015 in Blog

For sale, 1996 Suzuki Bandit1200s, just serviced, new chain, Yoshimura pipe, jetted( correctly), K&N pods, good tires. This would make a perfect commuter bike. $2400.   Rating: 78.4 out of 100. Engine and transmission Displacement: 1157.00 ccm (70.60 cubic inches) Engine type: In-line four, four-stroke Power: 100.00 HP (73.0 kW)) @ 8500 RPM Torque: 90.70 Nm (9.2 kgf-m or 66.9 ft.lbs) @ 4500 RPM Valves per cylinder: 4 Gearbox: 5-speed Chassis, suspension, brakes and wheels Front brakes: Dual disc Rear brakes: Single disc Physical measures and capacities Dry weight: 214.0 kg (471.8...

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