She's only a bl@@dy runner!

Was at local autoparts emporium at 9am this morning. Bought oil, a few other bits and then went to fill a jerry can with fuel.

Got home - filled with fluids. Attached fuel hose at tank end. Put exhaust headers on loosly - facing forwards out of garage.

Disconnected the fuel pump. Turned engine over for 30 seconds. Connected fuel pump. A while more turning-over; doubts creeping in. Then a cough. Next a cough and a splutter. Then it would run while the starter was turning. Soon it's firing on four cylinders and I'm a very happy boy.

Considering the extent that I butchered the bike-loom this is a major achievement for me. I'd like to thank everyone who's helped me get this far - notably Fesycresy, Lenny (long time since posted but still around) CJTherman, Bistilly, Worx and of course the chaps @ MNR!

HAPPY DAYS!!!!!

well done,

its a great feeling,
i know what you mean about the loom,
did the same when i did mine

paul

Woo HOOOO
Really chuffed for you mate!!!

Steve

Well done Tim, hope it gives you the same push as I got when it started.

Where's the video??

Steve

good old carb engines ay tim

Bloomin' right mate. Not sure I'm ready to cut an '07 R1 loom off at the plug! I'm so chuffed - I am actually drinking Champagne!

Im cutting an 05 loom if you feel sorry for me