Dirt bike Dirt bike Dirt bike !!!! You know you want to ! Looking forward to seeing the finished bike on its maiden adventure ! If anyone can do it, Weeeeems Caaaaaan !
That fairing is pretty sweet, but you can use that on another bike. I can't wait to see how this one turns out. I have a 1964 TR6 that would make a great desert sled.
Your moc up looks pretty cool 😎 I don't know if my old body could handle the ride it would be in the desert with that amount of suspension travel though. Reminiscent of Steve McQeen's desert bikes.
On the "pause": I would keep that one in cafe racer trim. Those aren't as common as they used to be, especially in the small displacement variations. And that trim kit is just TOO sweet... it would be almost criminal not to put that back out on the road in classic form. BUT, that doesn't mean don't go there. You can build a scrambler outta damn near anything, right? And it's an excuse to buy yet another bike!
I just finished watching the video where Josh met you for the first time. And how the relationship with you and Dave and Cindy from Forgotten Angels started, as I've been going through all his videos since November to catch up and know where he's coming from. I have three others to work on, including yours, to see where ya'll are coming from. Small world. Especially in swamp land down there.
I raced professional motocross and flat track in 60’s-70’s. Maico, Bultaco, Penton, Jawa, Husky, Montessa motocross bikes and Honda 450 4 cylinder flat track. Amazing how fast Japan took over 2 stroke motocross racing. Anyway 2 strokes are the bomb for off-road. Usually only around 200 pounds with twice the power of 4 stroke/cc. Low maintenance with no valves. Low center of gravity. The lighter the bike off road the more fun. I love 2 strokes. KTM makes some of the best. 125 is all you need cuz of the power and weight factor vs 4 stroke 125
I was not sure from the beginning, because I think the GP was really cool, but looking at the mock-up, I feel Desert Sled it is. Another thing, if we look at Triumphs comeback in the 90's, what allowed Triumph to survive and grow, was the modularity of their components throughout the range (one single engine configuration, one single frame, a lot of common parts shared by the models). But if we look at these more classic Triumphs, we see that modularity is kind of a tradition on the brand. Used to think that Classic Land Rovers were the Lego's of motorised industry, but I have to say that Classic Triumphs are the same :) Good work Jared, and all the best :)
@@weemsmotorco I thought I was in few hare and hounds with triumphs but that was in the 69s and 70s. Everything changed in the 80s tts where now short moto x etc
Looks good. Are you going to put on K&N Filters and take off the velocity stack? Good to keep the desert dust out of the engine. Put some nice knobies on the wheels, paint and wire her up and let errr Rip on the Desert Strip!!!
Jared , it wasn't uncommon for guys "back in the day" to have 1 bike and adapt that bike to race each discipline.... so as long as you don't cut the frame it could easily be converted back and forth.... I ALWAYS RECOMMEND TO KEEP YOUR PARTS.... "My Old Man" still races vintage moto on his 76'KX250 and then converts it for local short dirt track / flat track races.... but I'm just another random Beard on the internet so take that for what it's worth...
Put a TR6 head on it. Virtually all the Brit Desert Sleds ran single carb heads. Torque over bhp. Simplicity over ball ache when things go tits up. Norton P11, BSA A10 & A65's, Triumph Trophys and Tigers, all off road single carb motors. Cant ever recall a T120 head on a Desert Sled, TT bikes yeah, but different genre, flat track and desert racing different ballgames. Carry on the good work. Regards.
Mr weems good man love all your projects but been waiting for you to go down the desert sled road on one 👌I’ve got a unit 58 350 basket case that’s going mini bud Ekins style i need inspiration to finish 😉👍
Alright AIRBORNE, I know you never landed on your head but did you neglect to tuck in your chin? Love the idea and your concept! Did the British military ever get an all round Triumph like Harley and Indian provided for the US Army? Just a thought bubble for direction!!!! If anyone can pull off two builds, quality family time, repair work for their church, date nights with the wife and still get sleep to stay healthy, It's you young Man. Please don't push it too hard and stay the "Happy Wonderful bike builder" we all love. You are in my prayers Hoka Hey
Check out the British Army's Royal Signals White Helmets motorcycle Display Team (now disbanded). They rode Triumphs. Few vids here on the tube. Or he could always go Steve McQueen stylee. Lots of pics of him on his Triumph desert racers.
@@weemsmotorco You Sir are the man to pull it off. It will not be disrespectful as an American US Army disabled veteran to build a British war bike and enjoy it. Much LLH&R
It's yours and its paid for do what ever your little heart tells you to do. It really doesn't matter what we think or say. Your the one that has to live with your choice. But since you asked dirt that cafe racer
@@weemsmotorco None of us are anymore. Gotta do it anyway. LOL I'd hate to see you go over the handle bars though like that guy in the last part of the drone video. Yikes! That hurt my Back just watching it.
If you plan to build for Born Free, you better get all of your nuts in one bucket, cause them boys will be bring'n it. You have been there and shown before. How did you do?
I swear this channel makes me wanna build a triumph, and it's not helping that a local old guy is selling a 1970 Bonneville chopper for like $3000 and apparently all it needs is carbs and a stator and it'll run. I wanna buy that thing so bad but I still live with my parents and I know the second they saw that thing they'd make me take it right to the scrap yard.
hmm i bet you really had to twist Josh's arm to get him to build another bike...lol. not long ago i seen a IG post shared by Chey. i read it and it was like a clarity hit me. i read several other websites that was more detailed for over an hour and realized theres a 98% chance im Autistic.. i say 98% chance because i havent seen a doc to confirm but when i can check 95 to 98% of the symptoms off the list...yeaah. plus why waste the money not like theres anything a doc can do im over 40 lol. im a low needs autistic. im pretty sure my son is too. i was telling him about it and his response was "it makes sense lol". i would say whats wrong with 2 GP bikes? but its your bike so lol. good vid man
Go for the squirrel 😊
You're an ideas man, Weem. Go with what's in your dreams. 😊 🏍
That's the plan!
There are so many other frames/platforms out there to build a dirt beater. That beauty deserves to live and breathe again on the track!!!!
I get it, trust me I do!
Awesome video and awesome content can’t wait for the next video Thank’s Weems
You bet
Dirt bike Dirt bike Dirt bike !!!! You know you want to ! Looking forward to seeing the finished bike on its maiden adventure ! If anyone can do it, Weeeeems Caaaaaan !
Build a bonneville racer of it - Hagon-type.
Heck yeah!
That fairing is pretty sweet, but you can use that on another bike. I can't wait to see how this one turns out. I have a 1964 TR6 that would make a great desert sled.
hell yeah , go for it can't wait to see it up and running and in action 👍
You and me both!
Do the dirt, there are a million hipster cafe racers out there.
So talented, I can't say it enough.
Keeeeeeeeeeeeeeepiiiiiiiiiiiiit!!
It can always go back!
Keep it !!!
I get it but it can always go back!!!!!
DIRT IT! 👍
Hell Yeah!!! This is going to be an awesome build!
You know it!
mm, gotta' find my 'inner squirrel'.
Your moc up looks pretty cool 😎 I don't know if my old body could handle the ride it would be in the desert with that amount of suspension travel though. Reminiscent of Steve McQeen's desert bikes.
I figured do it before I get any older!
I really dig the GP style! Semper Fi
I gotta build a GP one day!
I love watching you work on bikes Weems. You have "the touch".
PEOPLE subscribe to this channel. Guaranteed, you'll love it!
Thanks friend!
Scramble it! Josh is building the dirt glide out of a sporster you should build a dirt bike out of a Triumph!
Let's do this!
What ever makes you happy.
It’ll be nice when you get it done
On the "pause": I would keep that one in cafe racer trim. Those aren't as common as they used to be, especially in the small displacement variations. And that trim kit is just TOO sweet... it would be almost criminal not to put that back out on the road in classic form.
BUT, that doesn't mean don't go there. You can build a scrambler outta damn near anything, right? And it's an excuse to buy yet another bike!
It can always go back!
Keep it get another bike!!!
It can always go back!!!!
Keep it.
This is awesome
I just finished watching the video where Josh met you for the first time. And how the relationship with you and Dave and Cindy from Forgotten Angels started, as I've been going through all his videos since November to catch up and know where he's coming from. I have three others to work on, including yours, to see where ya'll are coming from. Small world. Especially in swamp land down there.
Welcome aboard!
I know what you mean the Honda dream also had loose neck berings
I raced professional motocross and flat track in 60’s-70’s. Maico, Bultaco, Penton, Jawa, Husky, Montessa motocross bikes and Honda 450 4 cylinder flat track. Amazing how fast Japan took over 2 stroke motocross racing. Anyway 2 strokes are the bomb for off-road. Usually only around 200 pounds with twice the power of 4 stroke/cc. Low maintenance with no valves. Low center of gravity. The lighter the bike off road the more fun. I love 2 strokes. KTM makes some of the best. 125 is all you need cuz of the power and weight factor vs 4 stroke 125
I was not sure from the beginning, because I think the GP was really cool, but looking at the mock-up, I feel Desert Sled it is.
Another thing, if we look at Triumphs comeback in the 90's, what allowed Triumph to survive and grow, was the modularity of their components throughout the range (one single engine configuration, one single frame, a lot of common parts shared by the models). But if we look at these more classic Triumphs, we see that modularity is kind of a tradition on the brand.
Used to think that Classic Land Rovers were the Lego's of motorised industry, but I have to say that Classic Triumphs are the same :)
Good work Jared, and all the best :)
all great points!
Dude. It does not matter what anyone thinks. Do your thing. Didn't triumph have a scrambler in the. 60s 70s? 500 ccs or so?
They did, even in 650's
@@weemsmotorco I thought I was in few hare and hounds with triumphs but that was in the 69s and 70s. Everything changed in the 80s tts where now short moto x etc
Looks good. Are you going to put on K&N Filters and take off the velocity stack? Good to keep the desert dust out of the engine. Put some nice knobies on the wheels, paint and wire her up and let errr Rip on the Desert Strip!!!
Definitely running filters!
Keep it
It can always go back!
Jared , it wasn't uncommon for guys "back in the day" to have 1 bike and adapt that bike to race each discipline.... so as long as you don't cut the frame it could easily be converted back and forth.... I ALWAYS RECOMMEND TO KEEP YOUR PARTS.... "My Old Man" still races vintage moto on his 76'KX250 and then converts it for local short dirt track / flat track races.... but I'm just another random Beard on the internet so take that for what it's worth...
No way that I am cutting this frame!
Brilliant !
Mnnn..did you notice mate it has no engine..!!
Ahhh you found one..now that looks a lot better for the desert...rather than I.O.M TT races..!!
Put a TR6 head on it.
Virtually all the Brit Desert Sleds ran single carb heads.
Torque over bhp.
Simplicity over ball ache when things go tits up.
Norton P11, BSA A10 & A65's, Triumph Trophys and Tigers, all off road single carb motors.
Cant ever recall a T120 head on a Desert Sled, TT bikes yeah, but different genre, flat track and desert racing different ballgames.
Carry on the good work.
Regards.
Great Call!
i want the roadracer seat
Bernard,
That one is nothing special. I acutally have the matching as raced seat from the Daytona 200 in the 70's that goes with the fairing!
Mr weems good man love all your projects but been waiting for you to go down the desert sled road on one 👌I’ve got a unit 58 350 basket case that’s going mini bud Ekins style i need inspiration to finish 😉👍
That sounds like an awesome project!!!!
Desert sled all day. Nothing against Cafe racers but its nice to generally see something different.
For sure!
Do ya ride it...then make something ya wanna ride!
dirt but that clip was crazy
I know right!?!?! Looks like fun!
Do the dirt bike. Do it! Do it now!
Alright AIRBORNE, I know you never landed on your head but did you neglect to tuck in your chin?
Love the idea and your concept! Did the British military ever get an all round Triumph like Harley and Indian provided for the US Army? Just a thought bubble for direction!!!!
If anyone can pull off two builds, quality family time, repair work for their church, date nights with the wife and still get sleep to stay healthy, It's you young Man. Please don't push it too hard and stay the "Happy Wonderful bike builder" we all love.
You are in my prayers
Hoka Hey
Check out the British Army's Royal Signals White Helmets motorcycle Display Team (now disbanded). They rode Triumphs. Few vids here on the tube. Or he could always go Steve McQueen stylee. Lots of pics of him on his Triumph desert racers.
Van,
Triumph sure did build some amazing war effort bikes during WW2! I believe its time to build one for the dirt!
@@weemsmotorco You Sir are the man to pull it off. It will not be disrespectful as an American US Army disabled veteran to build a British war bike and enjoy it.
Much LLH&R
All I know is I want that fairing!
Super cool right!? It was actually raced at the Daytona 200 in the 70's!
@@weemsmotorco Now I really want that fairing!
Your Bike, Your Dream, Your Dime, Go Dirty as You Want
Are you going to replicate Steve McQueen's works scrambler machines!? He did a LOT of deseet racing in the late 50's and through the 1960's!
I considered replicating his bike from The Great Escape.
@@weemsmotorco EVERYONE thinks of that film first! Ever wonder how a 1950s British bike got into the hands of the Vermaccht in the early 1940s?
It's yours and its paid for do what ever your little heart tells you to do. It really doesn't matter what we think or say. Your the one that has to live with your choice.
But since you asked dirt that cafe racer
You got it!
Disease indeed. I feel your pain.
Cory, You and I are one in the same!
What's the closest desert to Florida?
We have a sand off road course just 45min up the road!
@@weemsmotorco It's the special desert; you won't fall on a cactus but an iguana might fall on you.
3 inches of suspention no brakes good luck?
Sounds like a good time!!!!
Dirt bike!!! :D Will you be going for disks and newer suspensions ?
Nah, Keeping it true to the period!
Do not have enough information to have an opinion. It looks ok to restore as the type it is. But is it???
gotta race it either way!!!
well ya josh is making that dirt sportster so ya id think he would want to do something like that also do dirt
Weems you need a bigger shop for all your projects
You got that right!
I like that as well! But I think you will get the crap beat out of you in the desert on it.
I hope I'm young enough for the beating!
@@weemsmotorco None of us are anymore. Gotta do it anyway. LOL
I'd hate to see you go over the handle bars though like that guy in the last part of the drone video. Yikes! That hurt my Back just watching it.
With all the offload Sportsters builds all the other guys are doing why the heck not!
I gotta represent Triumph!
Do what you want! I'd be happy to take some of the parts you're not going to use.
go full Stevemcqueen mode
Steve was the MAN!
Rake and trail of a dirt bike vs sport bike ,anyone there ?
These actually have an amazing geometry for the dirt!
If you plan to build for Born Free, you better get all of your nuts in one bucket, cause them boys will be bring'n it. You have been there and shown before. How did you do?
We brought 2 bikes last year and it was a blast! Definitely attention to detail when it comes to Born Free!
Enjoy life
I swear this channel makes me wanna build a triumph, and it's not helping that a local old guy is selling a 1970 Bonneville chopper for like $3000 and apparently all it needs is carbs and a stator and it'll run. I wanna buy that thing so bad but I still live with my parents and I know the second they saw that thing they'd make me take it right to the scrap yard.
Gotta love old Triumphs!
Put a Ducati motor in it. lol
Now that would be cool!
Everybody else is building a dirt bike you might as well too
That's right!
Be nice to see a Triumph edition of a Scrambler
hmm i bet you really had to twist Josh's arm to get him to build another bike...lol. not long ago i seen a IG post shared by Chey. i read it and it was like a clarity hit me. i read several other websites that was more detailed for over an hour and realized theres a 98% chance im Autistic.. i say 98% chance because i havent seen a doc to confirm but when i can check 95 to 98% of the symptoms off the list...yeaah. plus why waste the money not like theres anything a doc can do im over 40 lol. im a low needs autistic. im pretty sure my son is too. i was telling him about it and his response was "it makes sense lol". i would say whats wrong with 2 GP bikes? but its your bike so lol. good vid man
Keep it moto gp style
It can always go back!
Dirt bikes are so much more fun imo
They are!
anotherone falls to the adv dad fad. oh well its a triumph mitll be cool still after all the lemmings are onto the next thing.
Can I have one of each!?!?
No dirt.
BEGONE SATAN! MOTORCYCLES STARTED IN THE DIRT! IF IS HOW GOD INTENDED THEM TO RUN.....FREELY AND FAST!
Sorry....sometimes I get excited and lash out.... 😆
@@shenanigansofmannanan 😊
I get that, but I can always go back!!!!
@@weemsmotorco 😊your bike what makes you happy.
go dirt bike
you got it!
Dirt please
Dirt bike squirrel
Dirt bike
Keep it
It can always go back!
go dirt bike
Not a bad idea!
Keep it
It can always go back!
Keep it
It can always go back!
@@weemsmotorco well then make it happen. Lol