Sunbeam Prop Stand

Started by VicYouel, July 06, 2015, 08:33:36 AM

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Greybeard

A good point to consider, Peter. Thanks. Once I get sorted and settled I'll look at getting some of the back issues of Beaming. As temporary measure, I'm busy this morning knocking up a couple of wooden chocks that'll safely support the bike under the footrests.

Steve
1916 Triumph Model H
1926 AJS G8 500cc ohv
1937 Sunbeam Lion 500cc
1937 Ariel 500cc
1949 Matchless G80S
1952 BSA A10 Golden Flash
1953 Matchless G9
1953 BSA B31
1961 Matchless G80
1961 AJS M31 De Luxe 650cc
1961 Panther M120 650cc
BMWs R100RT - R80 - 1960 Earles fork R60
1960 Rover P4

peter wright

There was an article on one of these, or something similar, in the last but one 'beaming. The writer made the point that it's rather important to ensure it is fully retracted before riding off. He suggested using brackets that were weaker in the fore and aft direction, that would deform if it hit the road.
Peter

Greybeard

Has anyone tried one of these stands yet? It would certainly make moving the bike around the workshop a little easier. I'm tempted to place an order for one over the weekend.

Steve
1916 Triumph Model H
1926 AJS G8 500cc ohv
1937 Sunbeam Lion 500cc
1937 Ariel 500cc
1949 Matchless G80S
1952 BSA A10 Golden Flash
1953 Matchless G9
1953 BSA B31
1961 Matchless G80
1961 AJS M31 De Luxe 650cc
1961 Panther M120 650cc
BMWs R100RT - R80 - 1960 Earles fork R60
1960 Rover P4

singleminded

I have seen these around,but not used one..I believe ???that Rudge had a version that was linked to the clutch cable so that it retracted just before you selected gear..John

VicYouel

I know that Les plans to make a prop stand available...... indeed Sunbeam did an original part in the early thirties but has anybody tried one of  these http://www.vintele.co.uk/

Vic