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[bernieke]

I wasn't planning on doing it all at once

Shipping to Belgium can be quite prohibitive, so I figured I'd just buy the stuff I want, and then start putting it on one by one come fall and into next year.

I just noticed the beltdrive isn't suitable for ES or left 5 speed models, so that's out in any case...

[jefrs]

I very much doubt you will need to fix much. The Newby clutch (nice) is a racing job. Uprated oil pumps are for problem or tuned up motors, likewise bypass valve to deal with uprated pressure. Buy a puller only if you need to change the clutch right out, that's "if". Quite often a complicated job needing special tools is take it to a workshop with special tools, special tools can be expensive for a one-off job, they can usually do the job better and cheaper than the diy option.



Cheap tools are rubbish, you just end up replacing them with good ones. But buy tools as you need them not like you're equipping a commercial workshop.

A set of combination (ring/open) spanners.

A good socket set, large and small drives plus some long sockets.

Good Allen keys that don't twist up like a corkscrew.

Phillips screwdrivers (there are no Posidriv screws on a vehicle).

But look, I've got tools I've had since I was 8yo so I have no idea where to start from afresh.

[Count Johnny]

On the subject of the Newby clutch, I have one fitted to my 612, and can thoroughly recommend it.



Firstly, I live in the traffic jam fest, that is Greenwich - so spend a lot of time going up and down the box - and the lever is pleasantly light.



Also, when your clutch is overheating and dragging in traffic, my BNR clutch is not (even a bit) much to the chagrin of my classic owning chums.



I know it's a pricey piece of kit but - while you'll find endless posts, on here, describing clutch adjustment woes - I'm not aware of any from owners of a BNR clutch and I reckon its worth the Dollar.

[jefrs]

CJ, you have a beefed-up 612 and the Newby clutch is a solution to a problem. The stock clutch can drag, and that can be dialled out; there are several solutions.



BTW - The EFI clutch is so light I am considering a simple modification to make it heavier so it pulls less cable and I don't have to have so much reach on the adjustable lever (arthritis, I've got very strong fingers but they object to moving).

[Count Johnny]

You're right, of course, and that's why I spent the money but - whether you really need it to rein in the horses, or not - there's no denying that the BNR clutch is a lovely piece of kit that is a significant improvement over the standard product.

[Adrian]

Just be aware there are still some BSC (British Cycle Thread) fasteners around the frame with some BSF around the forks, so a good Whitworth/BSF spanner set can go on your wish list. A.

[bernieke]

Thanks Adrian,



I'll add "98098 WHITWORTH COMBINATION SPANNER SET, 8 PIECE" to my shopping cart! (My other hand tools are better quality, but I figure for those few bolts it really doesn't seem worth it paying more.)



I just got a reply from our host about the beltdrive, if I convert the bike to RH shift and drop the ES, I can still fit the beltdrive.

So I guess my first task after I drive the bike home (got my insurance today, now need to get my license plate...) will be to convert it to RH shift

I just can't stay away from that beautiful clutch...



Thanks for the opinion on the oil pumps jefrs, I've moved those from the shopping list to my to-buy-later list with the engine perfomance upgrades. (For when, in a few years, an engine rebuild becomes necessary.)

All the tools you mention I've already got, from good brands (Gedore, US made Craftsman, Knipex, PB Swiss Tools, ...), so I guess I'm pretty much set then

[Count Johnny]

On the electric start - and kinda in the vein of other comments - just be sure you're happy with a kick start Bullet, before committing yourself.

[PeteF]

You can often find good quality used Whitworth tools on Ebay. The more common socket sizes are also handy to have.

[jefrs]

Before you go buying Whitworth (BSW/BSF) spanners, do check whether your 2004 bike isn't metric. Yes you can have a right old collection of threads but wait until you need to use the spanners, will it need a socket, a long socket, a tubular, a ring or an open. Chances are you only want a couple of odd-ball sizes.