I want to start a thread where we can share/show off what we have done with our Pentons. It may be putting on new tires, painting your tank, ripping up a race track, or coming across that unobtainium part you've been searching for.
Post up what you've done and let's see if we can keep this on page one.
I'll start it off [8D]
My Jackpiner used to see a lot of AHRMA cross country and reunion ride action but has just been sitting lately and the carb clogged up. While I had it off to clean I got the idea to paint the engine center cases, while still in the bike[8]
(http://i870.photobucket.com/albums/ab270/kanur/IMG_0865.jpg)
I'm sure I could have pulled the engine in less time than it took to mask it off but everything else looked pretty good and if I would have pulled it I would have felt compelled to do everything to it again.
Here it is with the masking removed, not bad. I'll post another picture when I get it all back together.
(http://i870.photobucket.com/albums/ab270/kanur/IMG_0869.jpg)
OK, your turn now. Let's see what you're doing.
Dennis Jones
Nice shop area! :D
Lew Mayer
Thanks Lew,
I know you are always up to something with Pentons, post it up.
Dennis Jones
I sit in a chair, stare at them and drink beer.
Lew Mayer
I worked until about 11:30 last night mounting new tires and doing some finishing touches on my 250 Penton to get it ready for Mid Ohio...
...AND THEN I GAVE IT AWAY!!!
Well, sort of....
Former National Hare Scramble and GNCC Champion, Doug Blackwell, is going to ride a couple of Kent's bike this year at Mid Ohio. Kent's bikes aren't completely ready, and since my bike is, I gave it to Doug so that he'll know what he's getting himself in to.:D This will Doug's first time at vintage racing.
Dennis good to see your still working on the Pentons. I have trouble posting pic's but do have things to post. Just got in from rejeting my 420 KTM. Still rich on top. Next, today, I need to sand down the glass on my Penton flat tracker, my latest project. Also road my Penton Super-Moto to coffee this am, nice here today. Dave
Mounted two more wheel chocks in my trailer so I can take four bikes to Mid-Ohio and bring home six! Is that how this is supposed to work? [:I]
Mick
Quotequote:Originally posted by 242
Dennis good to see your still working on the Pentons. I have trouble posting pic's but do have things to post. Just got in from rejeting my 420 KTM. Still rich on top. Next, today, I need to sand down the glass on my Penton flat tracker, my latest project. Also road my Penton Super-Moto to coffee this am, nice here today. Dave
I am doing a Penton flat tracker as well.
I just pulled apart the fork caps and am in the process of restoring them to a couple jewels to crown the forks with.
http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.143804929028297.36507.100001963717291&l=5c4962da54
Good on you Gary, going above and beyond.
Dave, or anyone else, if posting pics is a problem email them to me and I'll Post em up
[email protected]Dennis Jones
Works for me.
I worked on a used Bing purchased for the Jackpiner today. Issues found are part of the pilot jet broken where it was probably torqued too tightly. Half of the head is gone but at least the jet opening is not affected. The side idle adjustment screw had been replaced with a bolt which had the tip ground to a point. Attempted to replace it with a correct spare only to find the original threads had stripped and this slightly larger bolt put in its place. We'll see if I can get things sorted, get the Amal off, get this on, and get the Jackpiner running well for putzing at VMD [V]
Dale Fisher
74 Berkshire 100
70 Six-Days 125
72 Jackpiner 175
Well Dennis, this summer where should I start? Rebuild 4 motors,3 complete bikes.Prep 3 bikes for VMD,took time off to come visit you. Going to ride the JackPine Enduro Sunday.Hey when do I have the Time to go to work? I need to retire so I can get things done. Later Gary
SWEEEEET! keep updates on this project coming.
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I am doing a Penton flat tracker as well.
I just pulled apart the fork caps and am in the process of restoring them to a couple jewels to crown the forks with.
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Dennis Jones
I just finished this Jackpiner. Going to start on the 2nd one which is 100% original.
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(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/Penton%20Project%202010/73%20Runner%20Project/Completed7.jpg)
Keith Meatyard
242's 420
(http://i870.photobucket.com/albums/ab270/kanur/2011shockNash013.jpg)
(http://i870.photobucket.com/albums/ab270/kanur/2011shockNash012.jpg)
Dave, we can't keep up with you now,how we gonna do it if you have the jetting right?
Quotequote:Originally posted by 242
Dennis good to see your still working on the Pentons. I have trouble posting pic's but do have things to post. Just got in from rejeting my 420 KTM. Still rich on top. Next, today, I need to sand down the glass on my Penton flat tracker, my latest project. Also road my Penton Super-Moto to coffee this am, nice here today. Dave
Dennis Jones
Just finished a 1979 Husky 390CR yesterday,
Fired it up this morning runs great.
Not a Penton (sorry) just wanted to show it off.
I do have a Penton though.
Ron
(http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd246/ronsracers/Joes390ReadytoRace006.jpg)
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(http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd246/ronsracers/Joes390Husky004.jpg)
(http://i226.photobucket.com/albums/dd246/ronsracers/1972PentonSixDays125Oct302010010.jpg)
Keith,
Amazing work! This is the ex-Settles bike I rode right? Did you send off the rims to be re-chromed or did you find some new? I still need to bring you that original rear sprocket the next time I'm in P'cola, might be next weekend.
Brian
After years of battling with it, I took back my land from the poison ivy, and built a backyard test track.
(http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g8/BobWardlow/trail016-1.jpg)
(http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g8/BobWardlow/trail3009-2.jpg)
Bob W
Bob,
How did you get the breadcrumbs to lay down like that?:D Cheers.
Mike H.
Ted, Seen your pic's and like your work so far, If you can e-mail me mybe we can share ideas. I'm putting in a compression brake also. Just got my foot beg rubbers today. Bates rubbers for the old blade type foot pegs. Ron Woods has the old molds for round R blade pegs and there really nice. (
[email protected] ) Dave
Quotequote:Originally posted by 242
Ted, Seen your pic's and like your work so far, If you can e-mail me mybe we can share ideas. I'm putting in a compression brake also. Just got my foot beg rubbers today. Bates rubbers for the old blade type foot pegs. Ron Woods has the old molds for round R blade pegs and there really nice. ( [email protected] ) Dave
Absolutely, I am going to do the Bates footpeg thing. I did it on the street tracker. http://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.119004788174978.22313.100001963717291&l=a7bcfc303b
There is an email coming your way. I got my last Bates rubbers from Wacula racing.
Got the Champion seat base yesterday. And maybe next week I will get some tubing bent to get started on this thing.
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OK Guys, we,re letting this thread slip back too far. I know some of you have done something to your Penton. Let's hear about it, even if it is just washing off the Mid-Ohio mud.
I cleaded my carb (2 years of sitting makes quite a mess) and put it back on and painted my airbox and installed it.
(http://i870.photobucket.com/albums/ab270/kanur/IMG_0877.jpg)
Dennis Jones
Sort of Penton related. I put a MC5 pipe on a Toro.
(http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g8/BobWardlow/MISC/trailTWO001.jpg)
So, Bawb, did it improve the torque or the top end?
Mick
mr. dennis jones that ktm looks beautiful! great job! all of these restorations are fantastic! and look no older then a year! it really is incredible!
Ambr Milakovic
"Black Beauty"
Great topic Dennis. I wanted to reply before VMD, but we were in the middle of our typical, wait-til-June-to-start-building-bikes mode. These photos are from the night before I left for Mid-Ohio. The 75K 400 was a bare frame one week before the photo and the 79K 175 in the rear was a bare frame just 3 days before the photo was taken. Kevin, Gary, and I spent some long hours on these bikes and, fortunately, they all came together in time and performed very well at VMD. Our matching 125 was at James' shop when these photos were taken and I need compliment him on the fine job he does maintaining it as well.
The fourth picture is of new team member, 17-year-old Nicole Hays, who was very excited to see her ride for the first time!
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TEAM PENTOVARNA
Kent Knudson
Kevin Brown
Gary & Toni Roach
James & Adam Giddings
Dennis & Cory Buttrick
Penton work today; talked to GARY Ellis, road 175 to coffee, changed tires on Penton Mule, Dave
The fab shop called and told me my 3/4" tubing with a 2.5" radius 180 degree bend was ready. Took it home and finished bending it to fit a Champion seat base. Going to start chopping off the old and fitting the new.
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I have been riding my 250 around this week trying to get use to drum brakes again! I prepped the bike today for a little MX up at Southwick, MA this Saturday. The bike and I have not been to that track since 1976....should be fun!
1976 MC 5 Original Owner
1982 Suzuki PE 175
1976 Husqvarna 175GP
2002 KTM 200 EXC
2007 KTM 250 XCF
1981 KTM 250 (Project)
Kent,
I just love those tanks.
Can you, or some of the other guys give me some history on these tanks?
Where did they come from, are they still available, etc?
Do they hold up well, some of the older aluminum tanks on vintage bikes seem to crack at the seams fairly easily after all these years.
Thanks.
Lloyd
Dennis,
Super idea starting this thread, thanks !!!!
Last night I loaded up an early Steel Tanker along with a "72" Jackpiner and set up a little display at a local weekly car cruise that was featuring Jeep & Off Road vehicles, a Penton banner attached to a tree provided a great backdrop and drew some nice comments. This cruise features a different make, model or segment of vehicles each week, this weekly event is gigantic with thousands of attendees each week.
http://www.starlitecarcruise.com/
It was a very rewarding evening with many stories from folks who had a Penton at one time, or had wanted one, or used to race against them....each of these folks had something in common, the smile on their face and twinkle in their eyes as they spotted the bikes, these folks kept a smile on my face all night long :)
A number of young kids were amazed at what a dirt bike looked like " back then", a very well dressed lady started to stare at the Steel Tanker from a distance and walked right up to it and just stared at it, as she left I asked what had caught her eye about the Penton, " the signature on the gas tank" she replied, John Penton had signed the tank awhile back.
There were some folks who had never heard of a Penton and were quite interested in it's heritage, many folks were amazed to learn that John Penton lived about 2 hours away in Amherst, one guy thought for sure that John Penton was an European...
But, the one question that was asked most frequently by folks who knew what they were looking at was, " DO YOU KNOW "CRAZY" JAKE FISCHER" ? You have to remember that in the Pittsburgh and surrounding area "Crazy" Jake has in some way touched most every off road motorcyclist of our era in some way, if only in the stories that are told of his exploits.
It was a great evening and I, like many others who were in attendance at the cruise, enjoyed being back in nineteen seventy something :D
Paul
All I can tell you is I gotta get back to working on my Pentons. I thinned out the herd of bikes in my garage so this winter I'm back in the Penton business.
Rod Whitman
Omaha, Nebraska
1972 Six Day (Rider)
1972 Six Day (Project)
I removed the engine from the MC5 400 and put it in the 74.5 chassis in preparation for possibly riding it next weekend at the Michigan ISDT race. I definitely would not make the cut for the Czechoslovakian ISDT team, it took me 4 hours to get it swapped. :D
(http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x348/kartwheel68/Mint.jpg)
I still have to put petcocks on the tank, swap on the correct shocks, try the big flywheel I got and swap on the MC5 wheels.
Brian
Lloyd,
The tanks we use are Hi-Point accessories that were offered back in the day. There were many different versions available and they even came in an array of colors. Unfortunately, they are getting pretty scarce/pricey these days.
We elected to use them when we first started building race bikes because they're very durable...the added benefits are they tolerate any kind of fuel and they look good. The only modification I make is pressing a flanged hole into the front mount area and using Husqvarna mounts with a through-bolt. Here's a scan from an old Hi-Point catalog:
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TEAM PENTOVARNA
Kent Knudson
Kevin Brown
Gary & Toni Roach
James & Adam Giddings
Dennis & Cory Buttrick
This is my first post here and I can not seem to figure out how to attach pictures, maybe someone can help.
I just finished restoring a 73 Jackpiner 175 and am getting ready to restore my 72 Wassell but still having to much fun riding it from time to time. And I want to thank Al for all the parts for the resto on the Jackpiner, and also lots of the parts for the Wassell so far.
And this last weekend I just finished painting a 71 125 Six-day gas tank that is now on my shelf with some other vintage gas tanks.
Forrest
Thanks Kent.
I have seen these on a couple of CZs here on the west coast, and always thought they were good looking and high quality.
Thanks again for the info.
Lloyd
Rode my Harescrambler with two of my favorite POG members! Ambr is home from C-school before shipping out to Kuwait next week.
(http://i1005.photobucket.com/albums/af175/vintagecs/riding001.jpg)
By the way, that's a 3-pound bass head on the tree behind Jarrin (my wife hates it!)
Mick
Very nice family portrait :)
Dennis Jones
I just bought my 75 250 penton a couple weeks ago. I've already pulled the engine, took the top end apart, took off the seat, tank and fenders.
Oh, and placed a large order with Al buehner
74 puch 175 SD
73 Husky 360 WR/RT
75 Penton 250
10 ktm 250xc
02 bmw r1150r
I straightened and welded up the most bent and twisted swing arm I have ever seen. The right side was bent and twisted up about an inch. Which twisted the left side. And there was a giant crack on the right side just behind the cross brace. Couldn't remember at first how it could have got so bad, then I remembered that I had looped that thing at speed more than once. That explained the bent forks too. ;)
Hey Mick!
Great photo!
I take it that Ambr is in the Navy?? I am guessing since you mentioned "C" school. I did over 20 years in the Navy myself. Retired in 1993.
Good luck to Ambr and my God watch over Ambr!!
Donny Smith
Paragould, AR
Hey Donny, yes, she is a corpsman attached to a marine platoon. She flies to Hawaii next week, then waits for deployment to Kuwait. Dads a little nervous [V]
Mick
Mick,
dont worry about her, Marines LOVE their "Doc's" and they are protective of them, even the ones that are ugly dudes. They will take care of her, because its her job to take care of them, and they know it.
Brian
Today - sandblasted.
1) '71 125 Berkshire Special. Frame and swing arm. 1) KR Penton Short Tracker. Frame and swing arm.
1) '75 Six-Day. Frame and swing arm. 1) MC5 swing arm. 1) Sachs head.
(http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g8/BobWardlow/MISCPENTONS/zblast004.jpg)
Bob
Installed front wheel bearings on my 76 MC 5 for the first time in the bike's life! How is that for longevity??
1976 MC 5 Original Owner
1982 Suzuki PE 175
1976 Husqvarna 175GP
2002 KTM 200 EXC
2007 KTM 250 XCF
1981 KTM 250 (Project)
I took my playbike, 72 sixday, to Wildwood raceways fun day. A great turnout, Team Pentovarna was there in force and lots of other riders as well. My brother, his son and some of his sons friends all rode about 4 hrs. I was the slowest. It was a great day with prizes being awarded for various comps and one young fella who looked to be about 6 won a new minicycle. Good Day!
Hank Rinehart
Well, technically it's not "my Penton", but I've got a 78 400 in the garage waiting for Dan McEntee to come pick up. I pieced it together this morning to a)make it easier to transport and b) to get a list of missing parts for Dan so he's got a little advance notice of what he'll need to complete the bike. Some stuff is the normal bits and pieces hanging around the garage and some will require the expertise of Al Buehner. But the bike is 98% complete and kicks over with good compression. A relaxing couple of hours in the garage! Now to get to MY projects! :)
Engine # 7-5505217 and frame # 550-06067.
Jeff DeBell
Today I began the process of getting my '74 Jackpiner in shape for the Combs, AR ISDTRR. After the Rose City event, I felt it was time to give it some TLC. So today I checked the compression: 130 psi (is that good?), pulled the end cap off the exhaust (first time I've ever done that), to inspect the packing and for carbon build up. I'll pull the motor tomorrow and get ready for some deeper prodding. Hopefully everything will be happy inside and I can focus on the chassis soon.
Pete Petrick
175 Jackpiner
Slow but Good
Set up a display of my Pentons today at our annual Food Bank benefit road run. Lots of guys came up and talked about "back in the day, I used to ride one"..
1986 ISDE Italy
1987 ISDE Poland
1989 ISDE Germany
1970 125 Six Day
1973 100 Berkshire
1973 Jackpiner 175
1974 Penton 250 Harescrambler
1976 Husky 250CR
1985 Husky 400WRX
1985 Husky 400WR
"I pulled my flat tracker out of the garage to take some photos for Randy's upcoming POG calendar.
Alan Buehner"
(http://i928.photobucket.com/albums/ad130/eyemanrandy/AlBuehner2.jpg)
Just Completed this bike today.
BEFORE foreground bike
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AFTER
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(http://i1129.photobucket.com/albums/m506/tofriedel/1972%20JackPiner/P8240004.jpg)
(http://i1129.photobucket.com/albums/m506/tofriedel/1972%20JackPiner/P8240007.jpg)
Many thanks go out to Ron Carbaugh, Gary Ellis and Al Buhner who assisted in making this build possible.
Tony
Nice work Tony!
Ron Carbaugh
Tony,
i know that well groomed yard [8D]
SWEET Piner !!!
take care,
Mike Gallagher, NJ.
[email protected]
Nice work Tony!
Is the before picture from the POG meeting at the AMA a few years back? If so, man there were a lot of Piners there including mine.
Dennis Jones
Dennis,
Yes, that was the bike. I purchased it later from Paul Danik at the York Swap Meet.
Tony
Tony
We have put together a 73 6 Days, a 74 Jackpiner, a 74 Harescrambler and a 76 Mint for a little vinduro this weekend. Colud be the first time something like this has happened in OZ. Very much looking forward the the weekend.
The start of "funemployment" week three and after hours of sand blast, wire wheel, and sanding V2017 gets it first coat of rust reformer primer [8D]
(http://i957.photobucket.com/albums/ae59/CheneySachs/8-29-11001.jpg)
Dale Fisher
POG Membership
74 Berkshire 100
70 Six-Days 125
72 Jackpiner 175
Hey Dale,Nice Work!I've updated my email thru POG so if you want the knobby shop/cheney stuff we spoke of earlier just shoot me an email with your address and i'll send to you.
Ric
Tony,Beautiful Piner!!!
ric emmal
Quotequote:Originally posted by Dale Fisher
The start of "funemployment" week three and after hours of sand blast, wire wheel, and sanding V2017 gets it first coat of rust reformer primer [8D]
You're over the hill now Dale. Frame prep is my least favorite part of restoring a bike. It takes an incredible amount of time and work to do it right, I always get a second wind in a project when I bolt those first parts back on a good as new frame :D
Dennis Jones
I ordered a White tank form Clarke Engineering for my flat track project. Also I am adapting a Yamaha WR450 rear wheel to it.
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Just had a KTM dropped of at my shop that the guy thought I needed. Ran the numbers (frame starts with 901- and motor starts 9-521) and it looks to be a 1979 KTM 175 GS80 from what I can tell. The motor is all together and seems to be in good shape with great compression, the frame is clean and in great shape, the rest is in a box but looks to be all there. Should be easy to get back together and running again.
Forrest
Well, I had the opportunity to buy a 1975 Jackpiner, along with a 1980 KTM 250 GS to restore. The bikes have been sitting since the mid 80's, so it was the usual old gas in the tank and carb. I decided to work on the 175 first; cleaned the carb and tank, put fresh gas in it, four kicks, and the bike started right up! I took that as a good sign of things to come! If it wasn't pouring out today, I was going to ride the bike around the yard.... maybe later on..... pictures to come soon. Jl
1976 MC 5 Original Owner
1982 Suzuki PE 175
1976 Husqvarna 175GP
2002 KTM 200 EXC
2007 KTM 250 XCF
1981 KTM 250 (Project)
Cut and ground off all the brackets on my 400 Penton swingarm. Then adapted a 2007 Yamaha 450WR wheel to it with a rear disk. Going to be a nice flat tracker. I am hoping the tank I ordered from Clarke Mfg. is going to fit. If not I guess I am going to have to modify the frame to fit the tank.
I sold my 1973 Jackpiner to a real happy and lucky guy in Vermont today.
Its been sitting for 3 years and it started 2nd kick.
I'm just glad the new owner really appreciated it and it went to a good home.
Now wheres Al's phone number, I need parts [8D]
Raymond
Down East Pentons
Tore down my next 73 Jackpiner for resto. Now begins the cleaning of mud and crud (not the fun part). This thing still has the original Metzlers on it with no cracks. I hope to be able to get them off and salvage them for re-install.
Keith Meatyard
Good luck with that Keith. You'll probably need more muscle then luck. Hopefully they'll come off easy for you.
I'm out of work for a few weeks (sprained ankle) and got a set of ceriani 35mm forks all rebuilt yesterday, painted the front and rear PP fenders bone white, cleaned up some of the leather products, and installed the ignition coil. I got numerous parts cleaned up and ready to paint next week. Now I'm looking at 3 sets of Akron rims for 74-75 250 scramblers and those huge boriani tires on there.
I started this 250 project in September of 2010, and haven't touched it since. The wheels scared me away [V]
Raymond
Down East Pentons
I got to play on the 1/8 mile Saturday. First time out and had a blast.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sZuNRqYeoQw
74 250 Hare scramble
68 Six Day
Fooled around over the weekend with my MC5 after getting a litle work by Chicago Jerry. Thanks Jerry! The bike is too much for me and I will prob sell in the near future. I have had a few "moments" on it and realize I am no match for it. Here are a few pics. It isnt buttoned down fully just slapped together for a few pics.
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Mars Attacks!
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We're letting this slip to far back, surely someone is doing something with their Penton.
I've been working on an off brand project[8] but will have some Penton stuff soon.[^]
Dennis Jones
I bought a 75 250 penton a few months ago and to this point I have a bare frame, cylinder bored, sent the tank to be repaired. Last night i fitted the motor so I can make a pipe mount under the tank. Lots more work to come
74 puch 175 SD
73 Husky 360 WR/RT
75 Penton 250
10 ktm 250xc
02 bmw r1150r
Chopped up the nasty old pipe off the 75 400 into about 10 pieces and started cleaning them up and welding them back into a down pipe for flat tracking.
(http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g8/BobWardlow/sachs%20engine%20stuff/top008.jpg)
(http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g8/BobWardlow/sachs%20engine%20stuff/top022.jpg)
That 79 KTM 175 that was dropped off at my shop a month ago in a box is all back together now with everything but the gas tank. I am still working on repainting it. Should have the tank done next week and then it is time to ride...... It is always fun when you get a bike in a box, it's like a puzzle putting it back together and this one was missing the swingarm pivot bolt so had to have one machined, we made it out of an old Rolls Royce axle.
I would post a picture but can't seem to figure out how on this site
Forrest
Bawb, you do some cool looking work.
Lew Mayer
I rode my Penton!!!
Craig Wilson
I looked at mine today. Twice!!!
Donny Smith
Paragould, AR
Searched for original pictures for my restoration. Decided this was not the look I was going for [?]
(http://i957.photobucket.com/albums/ae59/CheneySachs/229356_10150167333463527_663678526_6807472_3085805_n.jpg)
Dale Fisher
POG Membership
74 Berkshire 100
70 Six-Days 125
72 Jackpiner 175
Dale
That is crazy! I just sent a 1973 Jackpiner to OZ!
Searched for original pictures for my restoration. Decided this was not the look I was going for [?]
(http://i957.photobucket.com/albums/ae59/CheneySachs/229356_10150167333463527_663678526_6807472_3085805_n.jpg)
Dale Fisher
POG Membership
74 Berkshire 100
70 Six-Days 125
72 Jackpiner 175
Dale
That is crazy! I just sent a 1973 Jackpiner to OZ!
Raced my MC 5 this weekend on a really nice grass track. Love the way these motors run!
1976 MC 5 Original Owner
1982 Suzuki PE 175
1976 Husqvarna 175GP
2002 KTM 200 EXC
1975 Jackpiner (project)
1980 KTM GS (project)
Started up the 79 KTM 175 for the first time and rode around the yard last night in the dark, hopefully will get a chance to ride it this weekend in the daytime.
Forrest
I started the rebuild of my 75 250. Got the forks together.
74 puch 175 SD
73 Husky 360 WR/RT
75 Penton 250
10 ktm 250xc
02 bmw r1150r
Got a set of the Renthal Mini High Bend bars for my 74.5 250 - good feeling, fitting and looking handle bars. The Renthal part number for this handle bar is 757 - 02 -SI - 01 - 185.
Got reunited with an old friend. Welcome back W430ST :D
(http://i870.photobucket.com/albums/ab270/kanur/IMG_0932.jpg)
This is the very first Penton/Wassell trials bike I owned. I won an AHRMA championship riding the 2 line with it and made the cover of Vintage Views with it in 2001.
Then like a dummy [8] I sold it to build a better bike many years ago. Getting it back is like stepping into a time machine as it has been sitting on display in an office all these years and is exactly like I sold it.
Dennis Jones
Wow, it's always nice to be reunited with an old friend!
74 250 Hare scramble
68 Six Day
I got my new project bike started yesterday. I cleaned the carb, pulled the head to check the cylinder, put some fresh gas in a very clean tank, 10 kicks later, it was running! Very cool! It bogs down at very low RPM's, but once I got past that, it ran pretty well. Suspension feels okay, and it shifts really clean and firm. I am planning on riding this bike as is for the remainder of this year, and then do a rebuild later this fall.
1976 MC 5 Original Owner
1980 KTM GS
1982 Suzuki PE 175
1976 Husqvarna 175GP
2002 KTM 200 EXC
1975 Jackpiner (project)
1976 Penton 175 (project)
Assembling a '75 Six-Day.
(http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g8/BobWardlow/MISCPENTONS/bikz022.jpg)
Quotequote:Originally posted by rob w
Assembling a '75 Six-Day.
Sweet! Those lay down shock Six-Days are so cool [:p]
Dennis Jones
Fitted the engine so I can make a front pipe mount.
(http://i1203.photobucket.com/albums/bb396/disonny/DC8A5998.jpg)
74 puch 175 SD
73 Husky 360 WR/RT
75 Penton 250
10 ktm 250xc
02 bmw r1150r
Not exactly today. But this season.
I know most of you folks aren't in to Observed Trials, and it isn't as popular as Motocross or Enduros, but I enjoy it. I have a couple Vintage Trials bikes, including a Yamaha, an Ossa, a Saracen and my Penton.
This season I rode the Penton exclusively and, for what it's worth, I won the New England Trials Association's 'Vintage Class' Championship.
Year end point results were posted today and .... well, I'm pretty happy. I love my Penton, and every event I go to, it gets plenty of attention.
Thanks to all the folks from this group that helped me out finding parts and answering questions.
Gordon Brennan
(http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj52/Gordo83/Penton-1-1-1-1.jpg)
Quotequote:Originally posted by Gordon Brennan
Not exactly today. But this season.
I know most of you folks aren't in to Observed Trials, and it isn't as popular as Motocross or Enduros, but I enjoy it. I have a couple Vintage Trials bikes, including a Yamaha, an Ossa, a Saracen and my Penton.
This season I rode the Penton exclusively and, for what it's worth, I won the New England Trials Association's 'Vintage Class' Championship.
Year end point results were posted today and .... well, I'm pretty happy. I love my Penton, and every event I go to, it gets plenty of attention.
Thanks to all the folks from this group that helped me out finding parts and answering questions.
Gordon Brennan
(http://i269.photobucket.com/albums/jj52/Gordo83/Penton-1-1-1-1.jpg)
Gordon
I admire those who ride trials. The skill involved amazes me every time I see it demonstrated. Congrats on your championship. And that's a cool bike, too.
Doug
72 Penton 175 Jackpiner
92 Suzuki DR350
72 Honda CT70
71 Honda CT70H
70 Honda CT70H
CONGRATULATIONS Gordon :D[^]:D
Dennis Jones
I've worked a few nights on this lately, It's starting to look like something now
(http://i1203.photobucket.com/albums/bb396/disonny/penton002-1.jpg)
74 puch 175 SD
73 Husky 360 WR/RT
75 Penton 250
10 ktm 250xc
02 bmw r1150r
Not quite ready to come up from the basement to the living room as the official 4th winter project. Fitted the rear fender, tailight, and chain guard to the steel tanker. Took the gas tank out of protective storage for the photograph :D
(http://i957.photobucket.com/albums/ae59/CheneySachs/11-30-11002.jpg)
Dale Fisher
POG Membership
74 Berkshire 100
70 Six-Days 125
72 Jackpiner 175
Hard to describe, or put into words, what emotions we feel when a project is started. To assemble every piece, and find the time to do it, the end result? Worth every penny! Price of admission (free)
There is something "special" about a Penton............
http://www.dkwracer.com/savethree/
Tom Brosius
I made sure all the gas was out of the carb and tank so I don't discover bubbled paint in the spring.
I also found a picture I took of mine a while ago.
(http://i32.photobucket.com/albums/d20/Gbody/penton015edit.jpg)
Now I need to find a 125 and a 175 to do. Winter is a little boring not having a bike to work on!
'73 Berkshire 100
This a Image test.
http://i1081.photobucket.com/albums/j346/bowerm50/th_P1010010-1.jpg
I thought I would revive this thread. I got the front end on and the swingarm.
(http://i1203.photobucket.com/albums/bb396/disonny/penton008.jpg)
74 puch 175 SD
73 Husky 360 WR/RT
75 Penton 250
10 ktm 250xc
02 bmw r1150r
Kurt, That gorgeous Berkshire of yours (3 posts up) , is truly a thing of beauty. Love that.
Bob
Progress update from my Nov 2nd post on page 6 of this topic.
(http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g8/BobWardlow/z6daa007.jpg)
It's a "rider".
Hey Rob,
Beautiful restoration on the Penton. What are those 2 bikes you have on the back bench? They look interesting.
Tony
Hi Tony, Thank you. I'm also doing 3 Monarks. One for show, and two for go.
(http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g8/BobWardlow/MONARKS/zzz056.jpg)
(http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g8/BobWardlow/MONARKS/mrkpegs010.jpg)
Bob W
Baub...I have two questions:
Why is it your project bikes are tire less?
At what point in the build do you mount a tire to the rim?
Just curious.
Steve Minor
Wilmington, NC
After cleaning, sanding, and painting components for about a million man hours, I am just starting to put something together on the 73 JP.
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/Penton%20Project%202010/Assembly7.jpg)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/Penton%20Project%202010/Enginefinished8.jpg)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/Penton%20Project%202010/GasTank3.jpg)
Keith Meatyard
Quotequote:Originally posted by Steve Minor
Baub...I have two questions:
Why is it your project bikes are tire less?
At what point in the build do you mount a tire to the rim?
Just curious.
Steve Minor
Wilmington, NC
Hi Steve, I'd mount tires if I had some. I'm having a hard time deciding on tires. It's not easy finding a decent 3.50 . On the Monarks there's not enough room for anything wider, when using the chain guard.
On the Penton it will probably be a 4.10 Cheng Shin C755, a 4.10 Duro, or maybe a 100/100 Pirelli Scorpion. For show they need to look correct, and for riding they need to work best - and I'm not sure there's a perfect solution for either.
Bob
Rob, look at the 100/100-18 Continentals. They're a smaller sized tire.
I've used them on my JP and liked them.
Lew Mayer
Just about have another one finished.....
(http://i1123.photobucket.com/albums/l542/lubniewski/175%20Pentons/100_2931.jpg)
1976 MC 5 Original Owner
1980 KTM GS
1976 Hercules 175 GS
1982 Suzuki PE 175
1976 Husqvarna 175GP
2002 KTM 200 EXC
1975 Jackpiner (project)
1976 Penton 175 GS (project)
Skiracer
If you are interested, I can get the rear cone sections made. You would have to weld them together on your pipe. If interested, let me know. I can get the 125 and 175 pipe cones.
Rod G
Your rear frame loop is bent WAY upward. That might help your seat sag also.
James,
Here is a pic I borrowed of a Mint 400 with a similar frame that shows the proper rear frame loop and rear fender position so that the seat base lays flat and doesn't warp, as it appears in your Jackpiner pic. Mike
(http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee220/454MRW/Mint400pic.jpg)
Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1980 KTM 175-400'S
1975 Can Am 175 TNT & 77 250 Black Widow
1979 Husqvarna OR390
1976-78 RM & 77-79 PE Suzuki's
1974 CR250M 07 CR125R 79 CR250R
Mike,
the pic you borrowed is "Rokon" Mike Murphy's 400, that shot is in his back yard,
perfect example for James to see, i tried to call him but got his voice mail, maybe he will call me back,
thanks,
Quotequote:Originally posted by 454MRW
James,
Here is a pic I borrowed of a Mint 400 with a similar frame that shows the proper rear frame loop and rear fender position so that the seat base lays flat and doesn't warp, as it appears in your Jackpiner pic. Mike
(http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee220/454MRW/Mint400pic.jpg)
Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1980 KTM 175-400'S
1975 Can Am 175 TNT & 77 250 Black Widow
1979 Husqvarna OR390
1976-78 RM & 77-79 PE Suzuki's
1974 CR250M 07 CR125R 79 CR250R
Mike Gallagher, NJ.
[email protected]
(http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g8/BobWardlow/MONARKS/756da023.jpg)
(http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g8/BobWardlow/MONARKS/756da007.jpg)
Here is a project underway for a friend that bought a bike from me at Mid-Ohio 2 years ago. I have a little way to go, but gaining ground. Mike
(http://i232.photobucket.com/albums/ee220/454MRW/1978-79KTMMC-5-MX-6.jpg)
Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1980 KTM 175-400'S
1975 Can Am 175 TNT & 77 250 Black Widow
1979 Husqvarna OR390
1976-78 RM & 77-79 PE Suzuki's
1974 CR250M 07 CR125R 79 CR250R
Installed a new high performance sticker [^]
(http://i870.photobucket.com/albums/ab270/kanur/IMG_0960.jpg)
Dennis Jones
Hey Dennis,Where did you find that sticker?I need one-if you have any extra to sell or know where i can pick a couple up please let me know.
Thanks,
Ric
Ric, you can get them from here, just send her an email.
//www.makeitstickmedia.com
[email protected]3 for $5
Dennis Jones
Thanks Dennis!
Found a tank on eBay to put on my brother's original Jackpiner he bought in September 1973. Tested for leaks, now need to strip and paint and get it running. Has spark and compression, but hasn't run in 33 years!
(http://i1005.photobucket.com/albums/af175/vintagecs/fire002.jpg)
Mick
Quotequote:Originally posted by Mick Milakovic
Found a tank on eBay to put on my brother's original Jackpiner he bought in September 1973. Tested for leaks, now need to strip and paint and get it running. Has spark and compression, but hasn't run in 33 years!
(http://i1005.photobucket.com/albums/af175/vintagecs/fire002.jpg)
Mick
Mick, is that the original motor? I noticed it is painted silver, and I have been looking into engine colors vs engine numbers and year models. Most 73's had black motors, and supposedly 74's changed to silver, yet your pic is a 73 with silver motor. Just curious.
Keith Meatyard
Keith, I'm pretty sure it was a black motor originally. My brother was notorious about taking his bikes in the basement during the winter and "updating" them to look more like the newer models. I haven't tried scratching paint to investigate, but one thing I noticed is the vibration dampeners between the cylinder fins are also silver, a pretty sure tip that the cylinder was painted.
Mick
I went for a short ride today after church. Probably 30 -35 miles. Sun's shining and temp around 38. Lots of frozen spots and ice. Sun had made the top 1/4 inch greasy in the sunny spots. Fun!!!
Hank Rinehart
Correction---- Temp gauge in the sun. Actual temp- 28F.
WOW over 10,000 hits! I think we have a record thread.
I rode the first Penton I ever owned today,a trials model. It still gave me a big ole smile :D
Dennis Jones
Yes, great thread Dennis.
But no record yet - "Prayers for Thomas Carmichael". 251 replies, and 28,332 reads.
Dennis,
Congratulations on the 10,000 hits, you had a great idea :) I've enjoyed seeing all of the interesting projects.
Paul
Quotequote:Originally posted by rob w
Yes, great thread Dennis.
But no record yet - "Prayers for Thomas Carmichael". 251 replies, and 28,332 reads.
Not a record we want to beat :( I have some great memories of Thomas from the ISDT qualifier at Combs and how
impressed he was with all the rocks.
Dennis Jones
If I am not mistaken, a Sept. 1973 dated bike (frame serial number) would have been a 74 model, however if the purchase date was Sept. 73, it may well have been a 73 model.
Tony
Tony, the bike was bought and titled in September, I'm sure it was produced much earlier in the year. I'll check tonight to see what the engine case build clock says.
Mick
I made a rear bracket for an aircone pipe, mounted my new mikuni carb and got the airboot fitted.Just threw on a tank to get some color on it.
(http://i1203.photobucket.com/albums/bb396/disonny/photo2.jpg)
74 puch 175 SD
73 Husky 360 WR/RT
75 Penton 250
10 ktm 250xc
02 bmw r1150r
The end is near.
(http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g8/BobWardlow/MONARKS/jO756day007.jpg)
(http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g8/BobWardlow/MONARKS/jO756day021.jpg)
Very pretty bike Rob! I just bought another project from Mike Winters (1973 Piner) and it is torn down, plating done, engine and carb finished. Just waiting for warm weather to paint and polish. I am doing a 73 Tyran and 74 YZ 125 at the same time. Getting ready for Mid Ohio delivery!
Checked the build clock on the engine cases of my brother's Jackpiner, 11/72, and scratched a few places on the center cases and cylinder, definitely black underneath. Most likely a '73 model.
Mick
Rob W
Beautiful bike. Where did you get the wire bracket for the brake cable on the front number plate?
Doug
72 Penton 175 Jackpiner
92 Suzuki DR350
72 Honda CT70
71 Honda CT70H
70 Honda CT70H
Quotequote:Originally posted by DougDyar
Rob W
Beautiful bike. Where did you get the wire bracket for the brake cable on the front number plate?
Doug
Thanks Doug,
I made the cable guide myself.
1/8" dia. wire.
If you're not up to it, I'd be happy to give/send you one.
Bob
Bob, is your bike considered a "Like Design" with AHRMA and compete in the vintage class?
Mick
Quotequote:Originally posted by rob w
Quotequote:Originally posted by DougDyar
Rob W
Beautiful bike. Where did you get the wire bracket for the brake cable on the front number plate?
Doug
Thanks Doug,
I made the cable guide myself.
1/8" dia. wire.
If you're not up to it, I'd be happy to give/send you one.
Bob
How about a close up pic Bob?
Dennis Jones
Originally posted by rob wQuotequote:Thanks Doug,
I made the cable guide myself.
1/8" dia. wire.
If you're not up to it, I'd be happy to give/send you one.
Bob
That looks like something that I'd try to fab, and then end up with about 25 "prototypes" scattered over the workbench before finally getting one right!
No need to give me one for free. I'm willing to send you whatever you think's fair. I would like one, though. I like the idea of having the cable held tight and not moving around. I sent you an email with my address and contact info. Thx.
Doug
twosheds at dwx dot com
72 Penton 175 Jackpiner
92 Suzuki DR350
72 Honda CT70
71 Honda CT70H
70 Honda CT70H
Bob,
Nice work. I think I would probably use 3-4 on various vintage bikes. Bob, are you willing to make a couple bucks on this? Any suggestion on cost/price? I want to give Bob first shot at this. If not, anyone able to duplicate. I kind of have 2 thumbs when trying to manufacture things like this.
Lloyd
When making little pieces like the cable guide, I use a section of old stainless steel radio antenna I have laying around the shop. Seems to do the trick. [8D]
Rob W
Email sent. Did you get it?
Thx.
Doug
72 Penton 175 Jackpiner
92 Suzuki DR350
72 Honda CT70
71 Honda CT70H
70 Honda CT70H
Quotequote:Originally posted by DougDyar
Rob W
Email sent. Did you get it?
Thx.
Doug
Hi Doug, No, I never received an email message from you.
robert_wardlow (underscore line between the t and w) at sbcglobal.net
Five different sizes, in stainless.
(http://i52.photobucket.com/albums/g8/BobWardlow/PARTS/gides003.jpg)
Every time I read these posts.."maybe it's majic" or maybe it happened to me.....
Requirements:
One "Penton Spoke"
TMC is not with us, nor is Dane..............
Both individuals, yet supported by a cast..........
many more than me
Brothers of a "Penton" "Obee Wan"
Regards
Tom Brosius
Another good day here in Illinois, +55 and windy, got my 1977 Penton GS-125 frame sand blasted, and ready to paint. Also worked on steel-tanker rear fender, polished and ready to remount. Also had to dig up water line and repair, that went well but still sucked. Dave
Finished re-doing the wheels for the JP today. Spokes blasted, primed, painted. Hubs blasted, polished. Rims re-chromed. These were the first wheels I have ever laced, and it wasn't nearly as bad as I had thought. One important note for others: The rear wheels have two different spokes, inner and outer, similar to the fronts. The Penton parts book lists only one spoke for the rear. The book is wrong. I caught this before I got too far, when some of the outers didn't want to line up with the nipple holes.
Wheels before:
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/Penton%20Project%202010/Wheels/WheelsBefore2.jpg)
Wheels after:
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/Penton%20Project%202010/Wheels/WheelsLacing10.jpg)
Must have this:
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/Penton%20Project%202010/Wheels/WheelsLacing11.jpg)
Keith Meatyard
Keith
I am doing the same on my "73" Piner! Ha Ha! Great day here in Indiana. Also was out shooting my Taurus Public Defender 410 pistol hand cannon![}:)]
Outstanding Keith!! On wheels that the rims and hubs were good I have hand painted many spokes while still laced up. An old Penton prophet taught me that.
Kip, one of those hand cannons are on my short list of things to get. How is it to hang on to?
Dennis Jones
Well, I discovered tonight what I won't be trying to do by myself again. Mount the tires! Finally got the back on only to find that you guessed it........pinched the tube with the spoons somewhere. So, tomorrow I'll just pay the cycle shop to fix the rear and mount the front. Too dang much trouble and sore knees and fingers. Ain't that what money is for? Pay someone with a machine!
Keith Meatyard
Another one finds it's way back to Ohio...
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m634/Irishbikinfool/Penton%20project/100_3419.jpg)
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m634/Irishbikinfool/Penton%20project/100_3418.jpg)
Great score Tom, you beat me by 1 phone call ;)
good luck with your new 400 !!
regards,
Mike Gallagher, NJ.
[email protected]
Bill Orth is a great guy to deal with. He picked up my Ebay Triumph North of Denver, held on to it for a couple of months, and then brought it down to Diamond Don's for me last spring. The Mint was already gone before I could refer him to the group :)
Dale Fisher
POG Memberships
74 Berkshire 100
70 Six-Days 125
73 Jackpiner 175
I will have to say that the best part of buying this bike was in fact having the opportunity to meet Bill. He's a fine gentleman and just full of interesting stories. If you ever have the chance to meet him, you'll be glad you did.
And, sorry Mike:D. There's a little snow on the ground here this morning but I may have to fire it up!
Tom
Yes, both Dale and Tom's comments about Bill Orth and true to the letter,
he is a great guy to deal with and a wealth of knowledge, he was a Penton dealer back in the begining and is a regular at the ISDTRR,
no problem Tom, was ment to be, i don;t need 2 of them anyway [:p]
by the way i did get the 74 Red 250 MX tank and side panels from his origional listing, need them for my 311***** MC250
Hey, fire it up and do a little snow scrambles [:0], just be careful those 400's pack a punch :-))))
here is a pic of mine, resto work courtesy of our very own Chi-Jerry
(http://i567.photobucket.com/albums/ss114/checkcrew/74PentonMint400005.jpg)
regards,
Mike Gallagher, NJ.
[email protected]
Rigging a brakelamp switch for a bike I am pulling together. I figured I would post this as there are not a lot of good photos on how to mount these. This is just a ZKW switch, available from Al B. with a little bracket to hold it in place, and allow for adjustments as you adjust your brakes.
(http://i621.photobucket.com/albums/tt298/KJDonovan/brake%20light%20switch/RonRestore0220012.jpg)
(http://i621.photobucket.com/albums/tt298/KJDonovan/brake%20light%20switch/RonRestore0220011.jpg)
Kevin J. Donovan
Foster, Rhode Island
72 Jack Piner (My Ride)
72 Six Day (Wifes Ride)
73 Yamaha AT3
71 Suzuki TS125 (Project)
Kevin,
looks good and inboard of the shock, looks well protected from the elements !! great job,
regards,
Mike Gallagher, NJ.
[email protected]
Finally completed the 73 JP. Many thanks go out to those who directly gave me advice or helped with parts such as Brian Kirby, Kip Kern, Randy Lamp, Randy Kirkbride, Al Beuhner, Doug Wade, Larry Good, Jake Fischer, and all of the POG members who would respond to my posts. You are all fantastic folks. Anyway, here are a couple of pics of the finished product. I know the back tire is gimpy, and will be corrected as soon as I get another extra set of wheels reworked and the Pirelli M16's mounted, I'll swap em out.
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/73%20Original%20Jackpiner%20Restoration/Completed.jpg)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/73%20Original%20Jackpiner%20Restoration/Completed15.jpg)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/73%20Original%20Jackpiner%20Restoration/Completed16.jpg)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/73%20Original%20Jackpiner%20Restoration/Completed11.jpg)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/73%20Original%20Jackpiner%20Restoration/Completed13.jpg)
Thanks again everyone. This was my second bike to build.
Keith Meatyard
Great job Keith, beautiful bike! The MT16's will provide a more aggressive stance but I think it looks great.
You didn't have to take pictures in front of a palm tree though, it snowed here last night[8D]
Tom
Finally completed the 73 JP. Many thanks go out to those who directly gave me advice or helped with parts such as Brian Kirby, Kip Kern, Randy Lamp, Randy Kirkbride, Al Beuhner, Doug Wade, Larry Good, Jake Fischer, and all of the POG members who would respond to my posts. You are all fantastic folks. Anyway, here are a couple of pics of the finished product. I know the back tire is gimpy, and will be corrected as soon as I get another extra set of wheels reworked and the Pirelli M16's mounted, I'll swap em out.
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/73%20Original%20Jackpiner%20Restoration/Completed.jpg)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/73%20Original%20Jackpiner%20Restoration/Completed15.jpg)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/73%20Original%20Jackpiner%20Restoration/Completed16.jpg)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/73%20Original%20Jackpiner%20Restoration/Completed11.jpg)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/73%20Original%20Jackpiner%20Restoration/Completed13.jpg)
Thanks again everyone. This was my second bike to build.
Keith Meatyard
Great job Keith, beautiful bike! The MT16's will provide a more aggressive stance but I think it looks great.
You didn't have to take pictures in front of a palm tree though, it snowed here last night[8D]
Tom
yeah, well, i am brand new to POG and the Forums and this thread has given me a great "window" into the kind of folks who enjoy pentons. i am convinced motorcycle brand allegiance is diagnostic. Being a Guzzi and old Triumph guy before buying the 1977 250 GS6 which now occupies my spare time as it comes apart and goes together again according to Al Buehner's manuals and parts books, i am an example of my own theory. just measured the .040 head room mandated and wonder how many other people have been tempted to cheat a few thousandths for a little extra zoom. Alas, good sense wins out. . .look forward to getting to know you people.
1969 Triumph Trident
1972 Triumph T120
1972 yellow tanker CZ 125
2007 Moto Guzzi Norge
1977 GS6 250
Not sure if this qualifies as what I did to my Penton today...but I just finished up a bike (74 Six Day) for another member and he is headed down my way tomorrow to pick up. Been working on this one since New Years eve and overall I am very happy with the results, I would post a picture, but I have not sent him any photos of the completed project yet ;), so I will have to wait till tomorrow to do that. Now that I think about it, I actually did do something to mine today... I finally found a 40-404 vaporizer (gotta thank Doug Bridges for the lead on that) and re-jetted for that and CAM2. Amazing difference, tomorrow I will get to put it through the paces and see if any other tweaks are in order.
Kevin J. Donovan
Foster, Rhode Island
72 Jack Piner (My Ride)
72 Six Day (Wifes Ride)
71 Suzuki TS125 (Project)
Just finished this "refresh". I think I'll go hunting for easter eggs in the woods:) Tom
(http://i1135.photobucket.com/albums/m634/Irishbikinfool/Penton%20project/100_3472.jpg)
Tom Murphy
'73 250 Hare Scrambler
'73 125 six day project
'74 125 six day
'77 Husky CR125
'81 RM125
'82 RM250
With all the proper, period correct decals for a '74. Very nice Tom.
Bob
Looks great!
Hank Rinehart
Very sano job !!!
i like it :-)))
Mike Gallagher, NJ.
[email protected]
here is a shot of my 74 - 250 H/S i cleaned up and got running on Sunday,
(http://i567.photobucket.com/albums/ss114/checkcrew/74Penton250HareScrambler002.jpg)
Mike Gallagher, NJ.
[email protected]
(http://s1173.photobucket.com/albums/r590/sfdemo/?action=view¤t=P1010268.jpg)I finally have my 72 Jackpiner back on two wheels.
I bought it at the Medina swapmeet from President Paul. To say it was rough is kind. Before pictures to follow.
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Stripped the engine (it was fairly easy as it was out and the top end off). Some oxidization from sitting without oil, all in all good shape except for the clutch plates solidly fused as one. Cylinder cleaned up pretty good with a hone, but went with a new piston (teflon coated), fresh bore and Bore Tech carbide impregnation. Assembly coming up.
With the engine down to pieces, I started on the frame. Based upon the condition, I decided to use Ace Powdercoating in Green Township since I saw their work at the Medina Swapmeet. Crazy enough, they actually had two Penton frames for powdercoating the same week. The only real hitch with the frame clean up was that the swingarm did not want to come apart. I heated it up good, got the pivot to loosen up, but not out. It had to be cut out of the frame and then pounded from the swingarm.
Of course, I don't have to say it. Bushings are NOT available, but I did get a replacement pivot from eBay. I found a super secret vintage car place the ended up making me a really nice set from modern materials for $45!
I picked up a nice used set of blue and white (what other color for a Jackpiner?) Works Performance shocks from eBay from our friend, Will Stoner since the bike had 1 1/2 shocks on it at the time I got it.
I checked the fork seals, changed the oil and reassembled the frame, cleaning and re-installing stock bearing in the head. On the way, I removed all the paint from the triple trees, leaving them in polished aluminum. Replaced the bars with vintage bend chrome bars (stock bars were bent) since I plan on riding it. I managed to change the front tire on my own with no punctures but lost interest in changing the rear tire. I took it to a local shop and met none other than Robbie Bush! He was stoked to see a Penton wheel in the shop.
So, now I have a roller with new tires and a really nice looking powder coated frame, brake pedal, swingarm and skidplate. I also re-installed the airbox after cleaning it up and put on a new front fender.
Some of the pieces were hard to install because other than the parts diagram, I have never seen one up close. I will post some after pictures soon, too.
Sorry this is so long, but I had to get up to date. I would like to thank all the POG members who have given advise, Paul Danik, Al Buehner, Terry Everett, Will Stoner, Bill Orth, Robbie, Ace Powdercoating and everyone I may have forgotten.
I also joined POG with my friend Jim and had a great time at the meeting on March 1st.
I think I have most of what I need to complete the build, but will have the trial of building an unfamiliar motor next month. Watch for my posts and heckle if necessary.
Can anyone point me in the right direction to upload pictures here?
Thanks
Rob
Thanks once again to Bill Orth for facilitating a delivery from Colorado to Diamond Don's. It made a great pit bike and drew a considerable number of looks, interest, and questions.
My brother's new/old 1971 Penton has safely returned to Michigan [8D]
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Dale Fisher
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74 Berkshire 100
70 Six-Days 125
73 Jackpiner 175
Rob,
Click on search and type in "posting pics". Mike
Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1980 KTM 175-400'S
1975 Can Am 175 TNT & 77 250 Black Widow
1979 Husqvarna OR390
1976-78 RM & 77-79 PE Suzuki's
1974 CR250M 07 CR125R 79 CR250R
As promised, some in progress pictures.
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Pretty much ready to start on engine assembly.
Late 1978/early 1979 MX-6 250 Almost finished, or so it would seem. Mike
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Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1980 KTM 175-400'S
1975 Can Am 175 TNT & 77 250 Black Widow
1979 Husqvarna OR390
1976-78 RM & 77-79 PE Suzuki's
1974 CR250M 07 CR125R 79 CR250R
My wife did a photo shoot this weekend and the subject was motocycles. My Penton and 66 TT got to costar in the shoot!
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74 250 Hare scramble
68 Six Day
Was your wife behind the camera, or in front of the camera.
That's my wife on the bikes in my backyard.
74 250 Hare scramble
68 Six Day
What bikes? I didn't notice any bikes...Lol Mike
Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1980 KTM 175-400'S
1975 Can Am 175 TNT & 77 250 Black Widow
1979 Husqvarna OR390
1976-78 RM & 77-79 PE Suzuki's
1974 CR250M 07 CR125R 79 CR250R
It wasn't today, it was last Thursday. I got my 76 MC5 ready to race (or so I thought...). The usual stuff: clean/grease hub internals and brakes, clean carb, clean/lube controls, replace fuel lines. And the new stuff: 38mm Zokes and clamps, side-pull Magura, DC plastics panels with new stickies/numbers. For a very short while, she was this "purty":
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Who else has their Pentons Ready to Race? Tis the season, boys and girls - show us your hardware!
Not so much "What did I do" other than copy this picture with mixed feelings... An interesting approach to this restoration ;)
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Dale Fisher
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74 Berkshire 100
70 Six-Days 125
73 Jackpiner 175
And some silly other bikes...
Dale,I ended up with this one (less the orange bodywork).This was Tom Benolkins bike.The engine has a lot of trick stuff-i put blue gp tank,sidecovers and white fenders on it to see how it looked and like it better but still don't know if i can get past the gold frame(sorry Tom!).When it's done + back together i'll post a pic.
Ric
Recent spare time work on my 74.5 250; 1) replaced fork seals, 15w six inches from top and put on a set of Seal Savers, 2) cut off old tweaked rear frame loop and welded on replacement from Parmabike (nice piece), 3) fitted up a pretty nice fiberglass tank parking the big plastic tank I was using, 4) changed transmission oil (Honda CR trans oil) and cleaned air filter, and 5) fitted a new set of S12XC tires . I need to put a cover over the Penton because whenever I go out to the barn to get something I end up spending a bunch of time standing around staring at this old prize - a common problem I'd venture a guess.
I felt so bad about not making it to VMD this year that I uncovered all three of my vintage bikes, prepped them, cranked them up and rode them around the neighborhood. Not nearly as exciting as being at VMD, but at least the sound and smell of the 2-strokes get the juices flowing. Hope everyone enjoyed VMD.
Nelson Lingle
73 Jackpiner
74 Jackpiner
71 DKW 125
Took some pictures of the bike I started this thread with to submit for the calender.
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Dennis Jones
Finally completed the 1974 Jackpiner project that I started with my daughter. Due to a few personal obligations and delays the project was on the back burner for awhile but we finally got her done.
We started with a pile of parts and put another Penton back on the track (soon to be). As you can see it's not 100% period correct but it was a blast buidling with my daughter and it incorporates a little bit of us!
A lot of thanks go out to this forum and the POG members. This is truly a unique group or should I say family! Not to forget anyone but special thanks to Chicago Jerry, Gary Ellis, Al Buehner, Larry Perkins, Tom Brosius...
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Looks great! Nice job Mike.
74 250 Hare scramble
2 68 Six Day (projects)
wow. nice job mike. congrats to you and the daughter. proud to say i had a part in it. :D chi jer
While home recovering very well from Embilical Hernia surgery that took place on Tuesday, Oct. 2nd, I have started the process of readying the parts of my 1978 KTM GS-6 250, which Gary Ellis rebuilt the engine, for assembly, while also assembling my 74 CR250M Elsinore. A lot of credit goes to my Son Steven for helping me lift the Elsinore engine and install it in the frame, and also for him & his cousins' Clayton & Nic for helping me with Media Blasting the frames and swingarms prior to painting the frames, as I am still on a 10 LB. lifting restriction, at least until my appointment this coming Thursday. These bikes may be for sale, depending on how long it is until I am released from restricted duty, and can hopefully find employment closer to home that actually has insurance for a change. Mike
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Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1980 KTM 175-400'S
1975 Can Am 175 TNT & 77 250 Black Widow
1979 Husqvarna OR390
1976-78 RM & 77-79 PE Suzuki's
1974 CR250M 07 CR125R 79 CR250R
Mike sure are shining them up nice!
2011 KTM 300xcw
1983 KTM 495
1983 YAMAHA IT250
1984 YAMAHA IT200
2004 Suzuki Vstrom DL1000
1976 SUZUKI RM370
1986 HONDA Z50 My first bike
Hope to add a PENTON soon!
Purchased the 77 KTM 250 GS from Gary Ellis earlier this summer (Thanks again Gary!!), and took the bike on it maiden voyage this past Sunday on a beautiful old school euro style GP track in Leesburg, VA. It's the first time I've ever truly rode a Penton at race speeds and it was magnificent...Absolutely amazed by the motor and handling...I'm about 99.2% sure the all of my Maicos (dare I say it) will be mothballed for the next few years.
Purchased the 81 KTM 250 GS "back" from the previous owner. I believe I sold this bike in 2009, and I instantly had seller's remorse. I raced it one time at a national and finished in the top three with bad tires, no less. I brought it home, put new tires, tubes, and replaced the Bing with a 36mm Mikuni, took it for a trail ride and then... I sold it[?][?][?][xx(][xx(]...I really don't know why I did it, but I instantly regretted it. Absolutely loved this bike, and so 6 months later I asked the new owner (Thanks Tim!) if I could by it back, and to my surprise he said yes. He said he would store it for me, and just to let him know when I was ready to pick it up...Well I finally got it back this Summer...Very glad to have them both back home, and I will never make that mistake again.
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JC Hubbard
2008 KTM 250 XC
1991 Suzuki DR 350
1981 Suzuki PE 250
1981 KTM 250 GS
1980 Maico 450 GS
1979 Maico 250 GS
1978 Maico 400 GS
1977 Maico 400 GS/WR
1977 Penton 250 GS6
1972 Ossa Pioneer 250
1968 Maico 360 MC
I mailed the paperwork for a historic license plate for my 1975 125 Penton.
Craig Wilson
I got to spend a long day in the garage and had the longest work session on my '73 Hare Scrambler than I've had since I picked up the project. Frame has been pained, hubs painted, new tires mounted, new shocks,new bars, spruced up the fenders, repaired the air box, and stripped the paint off the tank to expose the pretty yellow color. I didn't do all of this today, but did get enough done to assemble some pieces of the puzzle. Got a ways to go on this project but it sure is nice to mock up things and get to see what it may look like when finished. I'm only good enough on the computer to take photos and email them Mike Winters:D ! So mike, if you see this could you post a photo of the bike when you get a chance? There is a "before" photo on another thread.
Thanks a lot,
Dan McEntee
Here is Dans 73 250 HS progress pics. Mike
Before
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After
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I had a good day today!
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Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1980 KTM 175-400'S
1975 Can Am 175 TNT & 77 250 Black Widow
1979 Husqvarna OR390
1976-78 RM & 77-79 PE Suzuki's
1974 CR250M 07 CR125R 79 CR250R
Last post was 2 months ago..........
Mick
Although the 78 GS-6 hasn't gained a lot in the way of progress because of low funding and colder than normal shop conditions, The Non-Penton project 74 CR250M Elsinore did, since I already had most of the parts for it. Now if I could just come up with that elusive original chain guide without having to sell the farm to pay for it, LOL. Why someone can't reproduce such a simple piece is beyond my comprehension. One just sold on eBay for over $200. Mike
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Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1980 KTM 175-400'S
1975 Can Am 175 TNT & 77 250 Black Widow
1979 Husqvarna OR390
1976-78 RM & 77-79 PE Suzuki's
1974 CR250M 07 CR125R 79 CR250R
Playing in the snow with the kids in January!
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74 250 Hare scramble
2 68 Six Day (projects)
Yeah,
I can remember playing tag on my Grandparents' frozen pond on my TC125 Suzy with my friends, and on our bicycles in blatantly cold weather back when I was 16. Funny how age changes your aspect on thing like that. Still looks like fun! Mike
Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1980 KTM 175-400'S
1975 Can Am 175 TNT & 77 250 Black Widow
1979 Husqvarna OR390
1976-78 RM & 77-79 PE Suzuki's
1974 CR250M 07 CR125R 79 CR250R
I painted my kickstand and tool rack silver so that they will look nice once I finally install them. Nice day in Ohio, and decent now that the sun in out! I also managed to install my number plate backgrounds and Preston Petty ignition cover.
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I thought I would take a shot at actually getting a pic up showing current status of V416. Not a day goes by that something big or small doesn't get done but it'll still be a bit. Fred
V416 OneMoreTime
Hmmm, that's what I thought. Criminey! 'Can't even follow instructions!
'Go'in back out to the shop. I know how things work out there.:(
V416 OneMoreTime
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Another try.
V416 OneMoreTime
Wow Fred that is coming along nicely! I'm on the fence about keeping v213. Race season is in high gear and my CMF racer and 250HS need some new rubber! I think my steal tankers landed in my lap about 10 years early where I have no time.
74 250 Hare scramble
73 CMF 6day
68 6day V213
Here's some pics of what I did to my 1982 KTM 250 GS on Sunday March 24, 2013 at the AHRMA North Atlantic regional race held at the Wicomico Motosport Park in Maryland. The bike ran great, and I had alot of fun!
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Thanks Sean, I'm pretty happy with the progress in spite of all my past whining:D Chrome went out two weeks ago, wheels and hubs should be out by next wk, and paint is all done except for the pinstriping on the tank. Something gets done everyday.
'Better get cracking on your ST's though! If you listen closely you can hear the available parts drying up.[V] Cheers, Fred
V416 OneMoreTime
JC nice bike way to use it! Havent seen too many legit GS's in US!
Mars Attacks!
72 Jackpiner
72 Jackpiner-in-a-box
74 Harescrambler
68 Planetary/Lunar Lander (very sadly, sold with Gamma death-ray to the Italians)
78 400 MC5 also sadly sold
79 space rock shox bike
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74 1/2 250 hadn't been started since July of last year. Rolled her out of the barn, added fuel, worked the tickler for a spell, kicked her once; up she lit and settled into a nice idle. I should have expected nothing less after all it is a Penton.
Worked on the MC5 with my good buddy Gary Ellis, although it seemed there was more talk than work! [8D]
Mick
With the help of Vance Smith the new/old Mudlark W-257ST came up from the basement this weekend. It came home through a snow storm on MLK day in January and I promptly tucked it away. Sadly, the claimed spark wasn't present and Vance diagnosed it has stator output but the coil, ground, or kill button need to be looked at further.
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Dale Fisher
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'70 Six-Day 125 - V2017
'71 Six-Day 125 (Dave Fisher's) - V5553
'72 Mudlark - W257
'73 Jackpiner - 175 21159727
'74 Berkshire 100 - 40171056
And some silly other bikes...
Dale,
did you try and run an emery board across the points ?
Jus-sayin [8D]
regards,
Mike Gallagher, NJ.
[email protected]
Mike,
Good diagnosis ;)
After disconnecting the kill, replacing the ground wire, trying a different coil, I turned my attention to the points. A little points dressing action and some electrical cleaner and wah-la. Now running like a champ :D:D:D
Dale Fisher
Penton Owners Group - Memberships
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'70 Six-Day 125 - V2017
'71 Six-Day 125 (Dave Fisher's) - V5553
'72 Mudlark - W257
'73 Jackpiner - 175 21159727
'74 Berkshire 100 - 40171056
And some silly other bikes...
I stared longingly at my poor husk of a Penton and almost cried because of just hooowwwww much work it's going to take to bring her back to life. Fixing to have to sell off a BUNCH of my old racers and non-racers to fund this one..
I got my Penton dirty over the weekend racing at Devil's Ridge in NC. Only a few Pentons there, but it was a lot of fun. I saw an interesting Can Am 125 motor in a CMF (250 frame I think). I managed a 3rd place and had the normal shake down problems of a newly assembled motorcycle. Bolts loosening, seat falling off at an inopportune time ect.
My 250 all nice, clean and recently rebuilt right before leaving on the road to Diamond Don's.
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74 250 Hare scramble
73 CMF 6day
68 6day V213
Rebuilding the forks on my recently acquired low-mileage '76 250. 150cc of oil in each fork.
No wonder it was bouncy.
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Lew Mayer
I don't know if they're still available, but I used to buy a Carborundum product called Flex-Stones, which were great for cleaning up points, and lasted forever. With minimum residue, that and a little non-petroleum base quality points cleaner was all you needed, especially on two-strokes, where timing is critical. Of course today, many wrenches don't even know what "points" are. Cheers.:D
Three Penton's loaded on the trailer with one ready for the back of the pickup. Amherst Homecoming here we come (weather permitting)[:p] Plan B is to bring only the trusty "mudder-rainbike" Berkshire and an umbrella if not [V]
Dale Fisher
Penton Owners Group - Memberships
Facebook - Cheney Twinshock Racing Group - Administrator
'70 Six-Day 125 - V2017
'71 Six-Day 125 (Dave Fisher's) - V5553
'72 Mudlark - W257
'73 Jackpiner - 175 21159727
'74 Berkshire 100 - 40171056
And some silly other bikes...
http://youtu.be/AATuMwz9l5M
Got the mc5 400 running...
Regards,
Adrian Goold #101
http://www.ozktm.com
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'73 175 Rebuilt|'74.5 250 Rebuilt|'74.5 400 Restoring|'76 MC5 250 Restoring|'76 MC5 400 Restoring|'78 250 in pieces|'81 250 Now Racing| '81 495 Now Racing|'84 125 Selling|'07 KTM 300| 74 CZ 250|74 CR250M x2|
Nice bike Adrian. Sounds like the crank gear on the clutch side is loose. My bike sounded the same with the clutch out. Someone had put the wrong key in it and the gear would move just enough to rattle.
74 puch 175 SD
73 Husky 360 WR/RT
76 Husky WR360
75 Penton 250
10 ktm 250xc
02 bmw r1150r
Cheers Dale,
I didn't put the motor together, it' how it came from the states. i will investigate tonight! Riding it on the weekend at a Vinduro event, so don;t want any nasty surprises. i think it has some piston noise, but i will cure that after this weekend.
Cheers,
Adrian
Riding the MC5 400.
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I got my Penton/Wassell Trials out and gassed it up, it's probably been close to a year since I've had it out. It fired off after a few kicks and I had a nice ride :D
After the ride it got a good powerwash in order to begin a re-restoration. This was the first Penton I ever restored and that was in 1997. I've sure learned a lot since then as I keep finding things I did then and have to laugh. For the life of me I don't know why I reused the Witworth fasteners [8]
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And here is where I stopped for the evening.
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Dennis Jones
Funny Dennis,i don't know why I still have whitworth tools and Triumph/Norton/BSA special tools in my toolboxes but I do!I just keep telling myself I may need them again someday.Take Care,Ric
Hi Everyone, We're Roger and Mary Boardwine from Blue Ridge Virginia. Today I finally uncovered the Berkshire for some shots of it before any cleaning.I have been collecting and trading bikes for my whole life. I thought getting a 77 GS6 175 several years ago was great, then I had the opportunity to buy some of Mark's Cycle Sales remaining bikes and parts Penton KTM Hodaka). Great Huh? Well then at Lake Sugar Tree as Fred Guidi and I shook hands on a deal up pulls a pick up truck carrying a 1970 Penton Berkshire that rocked my world. It just could not be that fresh. Tank with overspray inside? I have joined the group and look forward to being a part of Penton's future!
Mr. Penton, Thank you, well done, and hang tough
Your sign that I dreamt under as a child now hangs above my collection.
Roger and Mary welcome aboard :-)))
look forward to seeing photos of the Berkie,
you came to the right place,
regards,
Mike Gallagher, NJ.
[email protected]
Chased an intermittent spark issue on my '75 HS.
I rode my 250 MC5 and Hare Scrambler last weekend at a mini vinduro. Myself and Adrian Goold had a great time and I must say that his 400 MC5 is an absolute weapon!
I took my mc5 out and started it up and took a picture of it now that it is pretty much finished
This is what I started with in June and the end result last weekend
Thanks to Gooddirt and Larry Winter and Al Buehner for parts and advice, and also everybody who answered my questions while restoring
The correct pipe is still something I am looking for if anyone has one available let me know
The MC5 400 is next to be restored and will be in the Penton orange
Maurice
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Maurice, Michael Thompson, a very good friend of mine bought a very very late 1977 mc5 at mid-ohio that has the exact same angled pipe with the dent in it for frame rail clearance like the 77-78 GS6 style pipe that you have, and it uses the downturn manifold, so it's possible the frame mounts in very late 77 also are repositioned. Mike
Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1980 KTM 175-400'S
1975 Can Am 175 TNT & 77 250 Black Widow
1979 Husqvarna OR390
1976-78 RM & 77-79 PE Suzuki's
1974 CR250M 07 CR125R 79 CR250R
if this is the style of 77 your friend just got double check the serial number as this is a early 78 with that style of pipe but everyhing else except the footpegs is 77 and the frame serial number is 855 not 550
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Did any HS 250's come with the toaster tank? Mine had those same decals on an mx tank. Mike
Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1980 KTM 175-400'S
1975 Can Am 175 TNT & 77 250 Black Widow
1979 Husqvarna OR390
1976-78 RM & 77-79 PE Suzuki's
1974 CR250M 07 CR125R 79 CR250R
Really like that '74 and like the fact that you are not going to paint anything. Only original once! Also interested in the fact that it has a red toaster tank. -Thought all '74-75's were fitted with the watermellon tank and '73 was the only year for the toaster tank (yellow)on a 250.??
Kurt
wow if those are original decals on that tank that is a real rarity! what is the frame number? and engine number? I have the same bike with a watermelon but with BLACK small Harescrambler decals
It was pretty common for '74, '75 KTM's in Europe to still have 'toaster' tanks. More so than here, where we had 'watermelon' enduro tanks. Maybe that was more of a U.S. thing.
So do you think I might have a missing-link here.
Okay I fess - can not tell a lie. The bike originally came with a watermelon style tank. That's a '72 Berkshire tank. I really like the looks of this though, and will have to keep it this way.
Those are sweet! With the orange star adjusters
Thanks John, yeah pretty cool eh? Totally different perches that accept the orange/or grey adjusting stars, and little pegs to secure the dust boots. They're not listed in the 1977 Hi-Point catalog, but are in the 1982 catalog.(don't have the years in-between) So they're from some time between '78 and '82. Even though they remind me of an earlier era.
Hey Rob! You see that little glass bead on top of the headlight? It's the high beam indicator lense. HAs anybody found any kind of replacememnt for those? I just need something to fill the hole and look about right, I don't know if I'll ever get high and low beam working, but will get at least a basic headlight working, and need something to fill the hole. I was taking the old one out so I could do some metal work, blasting and painting to the bucket, and it shattered on me. I haven't had time to really check, but I'm hoping a kids Lite Bright toy peg fits, and a can reshape one of those to fill the need.
Nice looking levers and adjusters! No problem finding those in the dark!
Type at you later,
Dan McEntee
Dan,
I had the same thing happen to me when I went to remove the indicator. I could not locate one so I put a small chrome carriage bolt in to plug the hole in the headlight shell. I had the bike to shows through the years and nobody has noticed. Lee Buffenmyer
I've been building this 73 Jackpiner which came with a modified pipe that has a super trap forrestry approved silencer on the end of it. I thought I would leave the pipe as is so it would be legal in areas that require spark arrestors, but it needed a heat shield. I fabricated this from stainless steel to look similar to the originals but made it tapered to fit the cone shape of the pipe.
This is without the heat shield:
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This is with the heat shield:
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Keith Meatyard
That pipe is cool! Your 73 is looking good, I really like riding mine.
Dennis Jones
Good job Keith, that looks cool. A heat shield there is a necessity.
Keith,
The Jack Piner is coming along awesome! Heat shield looks slick. I noticed you got Hagons on it, did it come with them or did you get them from Dave Quinn? I put them on a lot of bikes and think they are the best for not a lot of money.
Kevin
Kevin J. Donovan
Foster, Rhode Island
72 Jack Piner (My Ride)
72 Six Day (Wifes Ride)
71 Suzuki TS125
72 Montesa Cota 123
I bought new Hagons from Hagon USA. The folks there were very helpful in picking the right shock for my application. They are the first Hagons I have tried.
Keith Meatyard
Made some good progress on the Wassell.
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Dennis Jones
Well, I told my wife I needed to shovel snow, that's my story and I'm sticking to it,
Happy Holidays to all Penton Folks and Family !
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-don
Just finished this 73 JP Hi-breather. Thanks to all POG members for knowledge, tips, and parts. I rebuilt this motor totally, every bearing, seal, etc. Jerry Birky bored the jug for a new piston. This bike has 35mm forks and the bars are Hi-point like I had on my college days' 175 back in 74-79.(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/73%20Penton%20175%20Hi%20Breather%20Project/IMG_3668_zpsb2d1bf6e.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/Meatyard_photos/media/73%20Penton%20175%20Hi%20Breather%20Project/IMG_3668_zpsb2d1bf6e.jpg.html)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/73%20Penton%20175%20Hi%20Breather%20Project/IMG_3670_zpsfb1cad2c.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/Meatyard_photos/media/73%20Penton%20175%20Hi%20Breather%20Project/IMG_3670_zpsfb1cad2c.jpg.html)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/73%20Penton%20175%20Hi%20Breather%20Project/IMG_3678_zpsef7a600a.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/Meatyard_photos/media/73%20Penton%20175%20Hi%20Breather%20Project/IMG_3678_zpsef7a600a.jpg.html)
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Keith Meatyard
Absolutely beautiful :D
Did you do the paint work, any specifics you want to share with folks hoping to tackle such a project?
Again, great job.
Paul
The pictures didn't seem to carry the color very well, but the frame's silver and the yellow paintcodes I got from gooddirt a while back, and they matched several original engine braces that I had perfectly. The blue came from the paint supplier taking another non-faded gel coat tank and matching the color using some fancy machine. All blue, silver, and yellow paints are Shopline single stage urethane over either epoxy or rattle can primers (one worked as good as the other). Engine paint is PJ1 Satin Black engine and case rattle cans (matches the original perfectly). All components were cleaned to bare metal (glass bead metal, gentle stripper fiberglass) before finishing. The motor rebuild was performed by following the steps in the Penton repair manual. A couple of special tools were made with the help of my work's machinist. Some parts were zinc plated using the Kevin Donovan posted description of how to set-up your own zinc plating operation. The wheels were a pair of original NOS raedellis that someone had still on the shelf. I have also sent rims off for re-plating, which looked nice, but isn't cheap. I wanted to use correct high-shouldered steel rims rather than aluminum rims since this model came with steel. Spokes were bare metal cleaned, metal etch primered, Duplicolor silver caliper paint sprayed, all baked in oven after priming and silver.
Hope this helps,
Keith Meatyard
Very nice work.
Lew Mayer
Keith that resto is awesome. How are you ever going to race it when it looks sooo good? :) Well done.
Hi Keith, did you happen to go to to university of Iowa?
Quotequote:Originally posted by Al Martin
Hi Keith, did you happen to go to to university of Iowa?
Al, I did not. I attended and graduated from University of South Alabama in Mobile, AL. If you know of a Meatyard up there, they are probably related, as there aren't many of us
Keith Meatyard
Quotequote:Originally posted by Wardie
Keith that resto is awesome. How are you ever going to race it when it looks sooo good? :) Well done.
I have a 74 JP that is the runner, for trail riding, but I probably won't race anywhere serious due to several medical issues. I do, however, enjoy working in the shop restoring the bikes.
Keith Meatyard
Keith,
Awesome job as always! Can't wait to see the Sherpa when it is done.
Thanks,
Kevin
Kevin J. Donovan
Foster, Rhode Island
72 Jack Piner (My Ride)
72 Six Day (Wifes Ride)
71 Suzuki TS125
72 Montesa Cota 123
I was just curious because my dad had a jackpiner a couple of years ago that had a student parking sticker on the headlight, When you mentioned having one in college I thought it might have been yours.
I've been working on the race restoration of my $100 craigslist 1972 Six Days.
Before
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Well, I have completed the engine, all new seals, shifting adjusted by Jerry Birky @ Penton Racing Products, fresh hone, new rings and ready to drop in the frame. He also worked his magic welding up some cracked aluminum pieces.
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The carb, airbox and most of the pieces are ready to put back together. The frame is getting a couple of welds fixed and will be ready for paint. Since it was apart to start with,
I will have to hunt for the nuts and bolts as they are all mixed together. My only major projects besides assembly is replacing the fork seals and cleaning/painting the exhaust pipe.
The rims are cleaned and ready for the tires.
The fuel tank is ready to go on also. I polished it up and rebuilt the petcocks with a new cap gasket.
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I expect to have a completed racer to show in February!
Installed a NOS front fender and low mounts to my Wassell
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And a new aftermarket rear fender, almost done.
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Dennis Jones
Hi Dennis,
I'm working on a Wassell restoration as well and would like to know where you acquired your NOS front fender and the low mounts for it??
Thanks-
Stephen Markley
Dennis, are you at it again? It looks nice.
Lew Mayer
Very nice Dennis and you might add the History of you and the bike. I am Happy you have it back. Great work!
Ron Carbaugh
Stephen, the low mounts and the rear fender are from Sammy Miller Products. The mounts are for an Ossa MAR, you have to modify the mount holes some but they work fine. A couple years ago a guy on ebay had the front fenders and had several, I think I bought five and this is my last one.
Lew, this is the first Penton Trials I bought and restoring it (again) and parking it with the Jackpiner I used to chase you around the AHRMA cross country series is about all there is to being back at it.
The short version of the story Uncle Ronnie is talking about is I bought this bike as a project, rebuilt it, rode it several years in AHRMA trials, won a championship on it in 2001 (even with the 6B motor) riding the 2 line, then sold it to ride a 152 kitted Wassell.
After about eight years or so a very gracious POG member let me buy it back from them. It had been on display in an office the whole time and it was like a time machine, exactly like I sold it.
I only have two Pentons now, this one and the one in the first post of this thread and I hope to never have to sell either.
Dennis Jones
Thanks for the info. Dennis...!
-Stephen
Blueprinted and painted hubs, laced and trued rims, and mounted some tires for the vintage bikes and a few 1981's...with some help from Gary Roach and James Giddings.
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TEAM PENTOVARNA
Kent Knudson
Kevin Brown
Gary & Toni Roach
James & Adam Giddings
Dennis & Cory Buttrick
Derick Kemper
Nicole Hays
Josh Gaitten
Hey Knute. Would you mind listing what tires those are? Thanks, Hank
Hank Rinehart
Hey Hank,
James stocks Dunlop Geomax MX51, so that's what we've been using recently. When Adam was Maxxis sponsored we used Maxxis Cross SI, and when Cory B. was Michelin sponsored, he preferred a variety of Michelin's with mousse inserts. Before that, Kevin and Gary rode on Michelin M12's and S12's depending on the terrain. That's my $.02 on tires...kind of like the whole premix/fuel debate...everyone has their preferences.
Good to hear from you...hope you guys are keeping warm over there!
TEAM PENTOVARNA
Kent Knudson
Kevin Brown
Gary & Toni Roach
James & Adam Giddings
Dennis & Cory Buttrick
Derick Kemper
Nicole Hays
Josh Gaitten
Thanks Knute. I didn't recognize the tires. I have been using the Mich S-12's too. We are trying to stay warm, really looking forward to some spring weather. Take care ,Hank
Hank Rinehart
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Almost a motorcycle again. If it wasn't so damn cold, it would be rolling. The wheels are pre-assembled and ready to go on, as are the tank and seat. One good day above freezing (or at least 25!), it would be good to go.
Kent, what do you mean you "blueprinted" the hubs? I know what blueprinting an engine means, but not the hubs. Can only assume it will help a vintage bike stop better, and that's a good thing!
Mick
Selling them, that's what I'm doing to my Penton today
Raymond
Down East Pentons
Thought I would add some pics from my steeltanker restoration to get this topic back going again. Re-doing a 71 Six Day.
Couldn't find footpegs, so I made them from flatbar:(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/Penton%20Project%202010/71%20Steeltanker%202014/FootPegs5_zps4060b663.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/Meatyard_photos/media/Penton%20Project%202010/71%20Steeltanker%202014/FootPegs5_zps4060b663.jpg.html)
The tank was already nicely painted but didn't have the black stripe, so I did some tedious taping and painted the stipes on. Here's before stripe and after:(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/Penton%20Project%202010/71%20Steeltanker%202014/gastankbeforestripe_zpse6a3fe53.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/Meatyard_photos/media/Penton%20Project%202010/71%20Steeltanker%202014/gastankbeforestripe_zpse6a3fe53.jpg.html)
Now after adding the stripe:(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/Penton%20Project%202010/71%20Steeltanker%202014/GasTank2-Copy_zps3358db69.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/Meatyard_photos/media/Penton%20Project%202010/71%20Steeltanker%202014/GasTank2-Copy_zps3358db69.jpg.html)
Some detail work on the mag cover serial number tag that had been previuosly glass beaded. Before:(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/Penton%20Project%202010/71%20Steeltanker%202014/cover-mag2_zps6ea7cf25.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/Meatyard_photos/media/Penton%20Project%202010/71%20Steeltanker%202014/cover-mag2_zps6ea7cf25.jpg.html)
After detailing the tag:(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/Penton%20Project%202010/71%20Steeltanker%202014/cover-mag3_zpsc45edf86.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/Meatyard_photos/media/Penton%20Project%202010/71%20Steeltanker%202014/cover-mag3_zpsc45edf86.jpg.html)
Frame being painted:(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/Penton%20Project%202010/71%20Steeltanker%202014/Painting2_zpsc3d2ba8e.jpg) (http://s923.photobucket.com/user/Meatyard_photos/media/Penton%20Project%202010/71%20Steeltanker%202014/Painting2_zpsc3d2ba8e.jpg.html)
This is the bike that I am needing the original handlebars for.
Gotta be somebody out there that can help me get this thing completed by selling me a pair of bars.
Keith Meatyard
Outstanding as always Bob. That rear brake pedal is a work of art for an inexpensive bike when new.
Tell us about that rear sprocket.
I haven't had anything to post in this thread as I'm working on an off brand too, 1976 175 Husky. But I do have a 71 Steel Tanker to start on.
Dennis Jones
New front and rear wheel bearings, new fork seals and oil, and replaced the 10-year-old Kendas with modern tires; first modern tires I've ever had on a vintage bike. They're used, but in much better shape than the Kendas were.
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Mick
In a rare weekend of no family commitments or obligations, I decided to tinker around in the garage. Today I pulled out my 77 Penton 250 GS6 for a little pre-race maintenance. The KTM to the left to is a 78 KTM 400 MC5 with an Enduro Kit. Started both bikes and rode them around the yard. Both started easy and are running great.
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Yesterday, I worked on my recently completed restored 1969 Maico 360 MC and a freshened up stock 71 Maico 400 MC/GS. Wasn't happy with the 40+ year old Bings on the bikes, so I experimented on both of them with a very fresh 36mm Mikuni VM. Bottomline: The Maicos were much easier to start, idled better, and had better low to mid range. So last night, I ordered a new 36mm Mikuni and will be installing on the 360 in the very near future.
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My 1973 Hare Scrambler is coming together now. Installation of the rebuilt engine:
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(http://i1341.photobucket.com/albums/o746/andreas_g_piepke/Penton/100_3814_zps64936b1a.jpg)
Hope to finish this year!
I bought a 73 jackpiner last weekend. I stripped it to the frame and suspension. I was going to repaint everything but decided to clean everything and put it back together. It's going to be a rider. I'll post some pictures later.
73 Jackpiner
73 Husky 360 WR/RT
76 Husky WR360
78 husky cr250
10 ktm 250xc
02 bmw r1150r
I bought this bike a couple weeks ago and so far stripped a lot of it and cleaned it all up. I was going to restore it but i like the way it cleaned up. It's going to be a rider.
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73 Jackpiner
73 Husky 360 WR/RT
76 Husky WR360
78 husky cr250
10 ktm 250xc
02 bmw r1150r
Dale,
Looks nice! Did you just buff out the tank? One other thing it appears to be 72 not 73 based on the where the kickstand is mounted.
Thanks,
Kevin
Kevin, I just cleaned the tank and waxed it. I could buff it and get it a little nicer, which I may do. It does have a few digs on the top. But it looks pretty good the way it is. The build date is Feb 73. They must have had some 72 frames left. My buddy has a 73 and it has the same stand mount. I cleaned the frame, it has some scratches and worn paint but it's not bad. The wheels have some surface rust that won't come out along with some surface rust on the spokes too. All in all it's in decent shape.
73 Jackpiner
73 Husky 360 WR/RT
76 Husky WR360
78 husky cr250
10 ktm 250xc
02 bmw r1150r
Just finished my 70 Steeltanker Six Day
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(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/Penton%20Steeltanker/IMG_5150_zpsa16d17b7.jpg)
(http://i923.photobucket.com/albums/ad77/Meatyard_photos/Penton%20Steeltanker/IMG_5147_zpsb9f67805.jpg)
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Keith Meatyard
Very nice Keith! I plan to do my steel tanker this winter.
Dennis Jones
WOW! Very nice indeed. Beautiful job!
My wife, Cathy, is film captain for the John Penton Story here in Tucson. Wednesday evening we went to a vintage bike night at the local pub to try and sell the remaining tickets for the show. We were talking to some of the old MX riders and we started talking about the Nationals coming to Tucson in a few weeks. We had arranged the movie to coincide with the race to get more people involved. Our new friends let Cathy know the track they plan to run the Natl's at will be open for practice tomorrow, Sunday. That's all Cathy needed to hear and the next thing out of her mouth was, "Which bike can I ride?"
So back to what I did to my Penton today? ...... Get it ready for the wife and the Natl's!
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Looking good Skip. Love the number plates.
Ron Carbaugh
New piston being installed in bored cylinder.
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Cylinder and cylinder head installed
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Installation of the exhaust seems to be a real challenge. There just doesn't seem to be enough room to position the exhaust.
You may have to remove the skid plate prior to inserting the pipe in, in a rotating twisting motion. The front fender may be a factor also, but I'm not sure on that one. You can always take the airbox loose and then reassemble it to provide a little extra clearance, because it is a tight fit. Mike
Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1980 KTM 175-400'S
1975 Can Am 175 TNT & 77 250 Black Widow
1979 Husqvarna OR390
1976-78 RM & 77-79 PE Suzuki's
1974 CR250M 07 CR125R 79 CR250R
Thanks for the tip. The pipe is not binding at the skip plate but the two down-tubes of the frame (behind engine). There isn't enough room to rotate it. If you look carefully you can see that the bolts holding the airbox are already out. I thought about that too but that didn't fix the issue.
Thanks again
Andreas
I know my jackpiner pipe has to be screwed out.It took about 1 1/2 rotations to get it out. And Mike is right, the fender is in the way. On my 74 250 I had to remove the airbox to get the pipe in.
The bike looks awesome tho. Good job!!!
What shocks do you have on it?
73 Jackpiner
73 Husky 360 WR/RT
76 Husky WR360
78 husky cr250
10 ktm 250xc
02 bmw r1150r
See the other thread "Penton Hare Scrambler exhaust" for what I believe to be the solution. Mike
Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1980 KTM 175-400'S
1975 Can Am 175 TNT & 77 250 Black Widow
1979 Husqvarna OR390
1976-78 RM & 77-79 PE Suzuki's
1974 CR250M 07 CR125R 79 CR250R
Just dragged this old Steel tanker out of the raters of a barn over the weekend. Been in there for decades. Cleaned the tank/carb/filter and it fired up third kick!
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Just picked up this 250 MC5. Frame #550-03573 engine #6-5412042. The frame ID guide stops at 1977 and I was told this is a '78. What do the numbers say? Also, the date clock is blurry; I can't tell if it says 1976 or 1978. Is there a way to tell from the numbers? You can see from the second picture why the bike was taken apart. How would you guys go about getting the ignition off?
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Mick, The flywheel broke off? The crank stub looks short too. Would you be able to get a puller threaded into what's left of the flywheel? It should pull right off if your lucky!!
73 Jackpiner
73 Husky 360 WR/RT
76 Husky WR360
78 husky cr250
10 ktm 250xc
02 bmw r1150r
Yes, flywheel broke, so nothing to hold onto. I'll try my air compressor tomorrow, maybe it will zip right off.
Mick
Mick,
In my opinion you have a late 76 engine, possibly used in early 77. All 76-77 MC-5's used the 550- frame numbers, and the engine is 12,042 which was most likely built in late 76 (6-5412042). I have not seen 76's with a serial number higher than around 3000, and your is 3573, so i would guess the bike is an actual 77, so look at the rear seat rails and compare them to this thread:
http://pentonusa.org/forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=12033&SearchTerms=frame,serial,numbers
Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1980 KTM 175-400'S
1975 Can Am 175 TNT & 77 250 Black Widow
1979 Husqvarna OR390
1976-78 RM & 77-79 PE Suzuki's
1974 CR250M 07 CR125R 79 CR250R
Thanks Mike. My frame is like the top picture, so '77. Somebody must have painted it orange. When KTM took control in '78 did they change the 550 frame # use?
Mick
Good question, because I have a late 77 MC5 rolling chassis with an orange frame, and Gary has at least one orange frame with dual position footpegs. I wonder if that coincides with the time that John signed it over. The 78 MC5's have 855- serial numbers. Mike
Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1980 KTM 175-400'S
1975 Can Am 175 TNT & 77 250 Black Widow
1979 Husqvarna OR390
1976-78 RM & 77-79 PE Suzuki's
1974 CR250M 07 CR125R 79 CR250R
That paint looks factory to me....
Quotequote:Originally posted by Mick Milakovic
Thanks Mike. My frame is like the top picture, so '77. Somebody must have painted it orange. When KTM took control in '78 did they change the 550 frame # use?
Mick
1976 MC 5 Original Owner
1982 Suzuki PE 175
1976 Penton 175 GS
1976 Penton 250 GS
Put the bike in gear, put the rear wheel on the ground, and use your air wrench, should come off...
Quotequote:Originally posted by Mick Milakovic
Yes, flywheel broke, so nothing to hold onto. I'll try my air compressor tomorrow, maybe it will zip right off.
Mick
1976 MC 5 Original Owner
1982 Suzuki PE 175
1976 Penton 175 GS
1976 Penton 250 GS
DO not put the bike in gear unless you like damaged trans gears, but the air wrench will loosen the nut without having the bike in gear. Remember, loosen clockwise not counter clockwise. Mike
Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1980 KTM 175-400'S
1975 Can Am 175 TNT & 77 250 Black Widow
1979 Husqvarna OR390
1976-78 RM & 77-79 PE Suzuki's
1974 CR250M 07 CR125R 79 CR250R
I got the nut off with my air wrench but the remainder of the flywheel is stuck.
Mick
Is the center steel insert still intact with the threads for screwing in a puller? Mike
Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1980 KTM 175-400'S
1975 Can Am 175 TNT & 77 250 Black Widow
1979 Husqvarna OR390
1976-78 RM & 77-79 PE Suzuki's
1974 CR250M 07 CR125R 79 CR250R
Mike, the center insert threads are good, but unfortunately my puller is not and I need to get a new one. I've got to go see Gary in a couple weeks so I'll wait until then to pull the broken flywheel off. I think this bike will run soon. Thanks for the advice!
Mick
Last night I got the lower end in my jackpiner. Tonight I got the cylinder and head on, put the motoplat in and wired.
73 Jackpiner
73 Husky 360 WR/RT
76 Husky WR360
78 husky cr250
10 ktm 250xc
02 bmw r1150r
Awesome as always Bawb!
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'70 Six-Day 125 - V2017
'71 Six-Day 125 (Dave Fisher's) - V5553
'72 Mudlark - W257
'73 Jackpiner - 175 21159727
'74 Berkshire 100 - 40171056
'98 HP-14 Hi-Point
And some silly other bikes...
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Got my jackpiner together and running. Now just some small details to finish up
73 Jackpiner
73 Husky 360 WR/RT
76 Husky WR360
78 husky cr250
10 ktm 250xc
02 bmw r1150r (http://s1203.photobucket.com/user/disonny/media/penton020.jpg.html)
Dale, I like your bike. A '72 'Piner is my next project.
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Thanks Rob. I was parked near Dale and Vance at the ISDTRR in Mass. I was riding the 73 husky and my buddy had the triumph. You rode the 400 penton right?
73 Jackpiner
73 Husky 360 WR/RT
76 Husky WR360
78 husky cr250
10 ktm 250xc
02 bmw r1150r
Over the last week or so I got the forks back together and put the front end on and put on the tail light. This bike is mostly original except for the fenders and the seat cover. I just cleaned the rest up along with some engine work.
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73 Jackpiner
73 Husky 360 WR/RT
76 Husky WR360
78 husky cr250
10 ktm 250xc
02 bmw r1150r
Started my winter project the other night, an early 72 Six Day that I had picked up a long time back. Anyway, bike came with a 125/6A and the cases were trashed from a chain drop and there was also a hole right through the right side center case where there is a blind bearing. I am guessing someone got a little too aggressive trying to "tap" out the blind bearing. Initially, I was just going to replace the bottom end with a 6B I had hanging around, but decided to try and save these cases. So the pictures below show the repair process.
This is the right inner case with a big chunk taken out from a chain drop
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Notice the extra hole below the counter shaft hole.
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Fixed both of those issues and did it without melting into the blind bearing race under patch.
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Next issue was the magneto cover, nice big chunk missing.
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So I took a piece of aluminum flat stock and with lots of tedious grinding got it to fit just right.
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Welded in the cover patch
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Then I decided to plug up the speedo pickup hole as I have no intention of using it.
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Still has a few small porosity spots but I will just use a skim coat of Marine-Tex on those and some hand sanding before painting. Spent most of the afternoon working on this but at least I will be able to keep the original engine with the bike.
Thanks,
Kevin
Kevin J. Donovan
Foster, Rhode Island
72 Jack Piner (My Ride)
72 Six Day (Wifes Ride)
71 Suzuki TS125
72 Montesa Cota 123
72 Montesa Cota 123T (Another Project)
Hi All, my wonderful wife bought me a GoPro video camera for Christmas and I've been having a ton of fun playing with it shooting footage of our dogs, wrestling practice and this example of my first motorcycle riding. It's on a 3/4 mile long track on our property. If things go well maybe we can have a spring play-day when winter breaks. Photobucket is the host site and I'm not sure which image to use, so this might take a couple of attempts. Hope you enjoy watching as much as I did making:
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Mick
Mick , Great job! that track looks like it has a little of everything and is a challenge. My best friend and I always go for a ride on New Years day, no matter the weather, but his work has moved him and this year I went to the beach instead. Happy New Year.
Hank Rinehart
Congratulations, you have some very good neighbors. My neighbors would be calling the sheriff.
Your track looks great and a fun riding area.
Tony
Nice job, Mick! What's with the heavy breathing at beginning - wasn't sure you were going to make it to the bike. :D
My wife bought me a camera last Christmas that I haven't used yet! That's twice that Santa has put something nice under the tree for me (I also have a beautiful telescope that I begged for three years ago that is sitting in the corner of our bedroom). As punishment, I got NO toys for Christmas this year. [}:)]
I can never figure out how to post photos on here, but I did just build up a 1256B race bike, and I went a bit nuts on the motor! Yamaha RD 400 rod, '88 Honda CR125 piston, removed liner, bored out cylinder block for aluminum liner, Nicasil plated, added four boost transfer ports and two boost exhaust ports, shortened and enlarged intake port to 32mm, mounted 32mm Mikuni, PVL digital ignition, shortened pipe by removing all of the straight belly section, cut the transmission gears for better shifting(by far!!), installed my last set of reproduction straight cut primary gears, and to top it off, made a billet cylinder head with a centered, 3/4" reach plug. Started it for the first time last week, and it shrieks!! Couldn't ride it because tank is being painted, but just by the sound and response of the engine, I know it will fly! Can't wait to ride it.
^^^^^^^
skills!
Dennis Jones
This was a great thread that has been inactive for quite some time. The weather is warming and I know there is some tinkering going on [8D]
Dale Fisher
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I started mine on Monday ,has been sitting since September, turned the fuel tap on tickled the carb and started on the second kick.
1st place at the vintage motorcycle show
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Tucson, AZ
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Great job, & awesome looking Restoration. Mike
Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1978-1979 MX-6 175 & 250 KTM's
1976-78 125-400 RM's & 79 PE250 Suzuki & 2012 DR650
2007 CR125R Honda
1977 MC250 Maico
Quotequote:Originally posted by 454MRW
Great job, & awesome looking Restoration. Mike
Michael R. Winter
I enjoy rebuilding and appreciating Pentons!
1974 250 HS Pentons-1978-1979 MX-6 175 & 250 KTM's
1976-78 125-400 RM's & 79 PE250 Suzuki & 2012 DR650
2007 CR125R Honda
1977 MC250 Maico
Thanks Mike
Skip Page
Tucson, AZ
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Skip,
Congratulations!
This is well deserved for all the time and effort that you put into that bike. All the time spent on the phone with you, hunting down the parts that you needed paid off.
That bike looks wonderful. [:p]
Alan Buehner
Quotequote:Originally posted by ALB
Skip,
Congratulations!
This is well deserved for all the time and effort that you put into that bike. All the time spent on the phone with you, hunting down the parts that you needed paid off.
That bike looks wonderful. [:p]
Alan Buehner
Thanks Al, couldn't have done it without you. You are a big part in making a restoration possible. Thanks again.
Skip Page
Tucson, AZ
//www.robertpagearchitect.com
Picked up these to two crusty critters last fall and managed to cobble together one decent rider from the two of them. Did the last shakedown run yesterday and I can finally declare it race ready.
First race of the 2017 NETRA Vintage Season, is next Saturday. Budget build, not a beauty queen but it should be a solid runner.
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Very good looking !! Like the pipe!
Thanks Jeff. It's homemade out of scraps from junk pipes.
Not a beauty queen? None of my restores look that nice. Good job Kevin.
75 husky wr250
73 Husky 360 WR/RT
78 husky cr250
83 husky wr250
84 husky wr400
10 ktm 250xc
02 bmw r1150r
So much going on here it's been tough to get back to B3. I'm hoping to have her up and running by the end of the month. The basic chassis has been outfitted with a number of new items as well as the engine Doug Wilford completed rehabbing in 2003.
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New seat cover and Front Fender installed for my 74.5 Jackpiner project.
Project Bike,
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Current,
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Scott Summey
Jacksonville, Florida
1976 Penton 400 motor finished (http://i364.photobucket.com/albums/oo86/rdhott55/20170522_215926_resized_1.jpg) (http://s364.photobucket.com/user/rdhott55/media/20170522_215926_resized_1.jpg.html)
1973 Jack Piner coming back to life and will be fore sale. URL=http://s364.photobucket.com/user/rdhott55/media/20170520_184641_resized.jpg.html](http://i364.photobucket.com/albums/oo86/rdhott55/20170520_184641_resized.jpg)[/URL]
Nice work Gary!
Larry P
I'm trying to match the frame color to my 1977 GS6 175cc Penton, which is gray. But all the cans I've been getting are not right. Anybody know who could help?
Just pickup a 1977 Penton GS6 175cc
Just rebuilt fuel petcocks and put new crank seal in. Looking to rebuild the marzocchi rear shocks any ideas for kits?
Just pickup a 1977 Penton GS6 175cc
The seals are readily available at a place that sells seals. "Rocket" Rod Gorzny, a member here, rebuilds them and is reasonable.
Larry P
Bob, just spectacular, Nice work !! Makes me wish you and I had become buddies 50 years sooner. Nelson McCullough
Finished the 1973 175 it is for sale. (http://i364.photobucket.com/albums/oo86/rdhott55/20170624_180411.jpg) (http://s364.photobucket.com/user/rdhott55/media/20170624_180411.jpg.html)
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Productive weekend. Five pack ready to load for VMD with a couple of hours spent washing and scrubbing 1/2 of the club 24' trailer. Cleaning the second half should be a little easier plus putting the bench back in some sense of order [V] Only six more projects to go with three hopefully ready for next years 50 something. [?]
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Dale, they look so good! If I were you, I'd live in the garage. Heck, maybe you already do!!
Jeff
This was one of my favorite POG threads and would like to see some renewed activity. I know you are working on something, somewhere :p Should be finishing up getting the Cheney Sachs running and then on to a 72 CMF build.
Note on the picture add - sizing 3.MB - would not add manually but it did take it using the drag and drop feature.
Good idea Dale to bring this thread back to the top. I'm currently building a 75 Jackpiner and 75 Harescrambler that have been patiently waiting their turn out in the shop to receive some love. Also freshening up my 74.5 Mint 400. I'll be thinning these three from my Penton herd once completed. If anyone has an interest in buying any of these three bikes please don't hesitate to contact me through the site. Thanks for looking.
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Well, still haven't figured out how to post photos here, but anyway, I went over my bike (76 MC-5 250) from last weekend's GNCC race. Everything is looking good, no damage. I changed the air filter, checked the bolts, chain tension was good so I am set for the next race next weekend in northern GA. I love getting a bike to the point of everything is done, and now I just have to maintain it.
I did nothing to my bike except start it up and let it warm up. I do this several times a year to make sure that it starts up and runs. Because I have not been riding it, it has regular pump gas in the tank that has been in there for 5 or more years. The bike generally starts right up after 2-3 kicks.
NOTE: This bike has
a Hi-Point alloy tank
Lectron carb with alcohol proof float bowl
MZB ignition
Because I have these components on my bike, I am able to get away with keeping old gas in the tanks and getting the bike to run. Do not do this with a stock Penton bike.
It is my desire to take it out and ride it this year when the weather warms up. I will be giving it a good going over to check things out and perhaps give it a good cleaning to remove the Missouri mud off of it from 12 years ago.
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Five years ago today, I met this nice young person from Ohio who likes and races motorcycles and wanted a Penton. So.... I guess this is what "did I do to my Penton" in the past. The sale of the bike was the first of many great experiences both in person and at the track to follow.
Every project needs to start somewhere. I can't remember exactly where the '72 frame was acquired. The seat I am going to use came off another Penton. It was not original, and I never liked the overstuffed look. More to follow as spring and warmer weather are around the corner. Hoping to have it ready and a rider found before VMD 2023.
Today I took the cover off of V416 where it sits parked in the heated 'mud room' and stared at it. It's been two years since I took it out for it's once a year run/leg stretch. Now I don't remember the fuel mix! In the past I'd mixed a five gallon batch with Golden Sprectro Syn/Pet blend but it's a waste to mix that much for me. I do have 6 oz. of that left, but could I use my Stihl Prem. (50:1) oil and just do a gallon or two of fresh ea. yr. in the future? I have Got to get out this yrs. and limber it up, it's been sitting to long without being ridden. 'Not good. Thanks, Fred
I pulled Doug's bike out to make the trip to the AMA Museum this Saturday April, 29th.
The Jackpiner I rode as a kid has is badly in need of a rebuild. It came with this aftermarket tank that has gotten badly discolored and I have not been able to get it white again. Even though it is not stock, as far as I am concerned it is the tank that belongs with this bike for now and want to make it work.
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I hear that painting plastic tanks is problematic and painting is not really my thing anyway, so tried wrapping it in vinyl. I am very pleased with how close the blue is to the stock tank color. It should match the side covers and air box just fine.
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It needed to be done in three panels because the vinyl does not like all the sharp curves. Hopefully, the white top will go well with a new set of Preston Petty fenders! Here it is sitting on its frame.
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I finally finished my three projects and am ready to sell them all. I'm planning to take all of them to VMD at Mid Ohio next month to sell but if you're in the market before then please let me know. The three bikes are a 75 Jackpiner, 75 250 Harescrambler and a 74.5 400 Mint. I'll be posting details on each of them in the Wanted/For Sale page sometime soon. Thanks for looking !
Dave McCullough
I'm interested in the 74.5 Mint-sent you a PM.
Thank you.
Cageyar,
Sorry, but I didn't receive a PM. I'm not sure the message function on the site works all the time so best to email me directly by using my screen name here and adding @cox.net . Thanks !
Dave McCullough
WOW! I had forgotten about this thread I started a long long time ago. I took my steel tanker out for a ride and had a flat tire so while I had it on the lift I replaced the rear fender with one of Roberto's nice reproductions and a correct tail light mount I got off of ebay.
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