It certainly has been a busy fortnight here at mono motorcycles. Let’s take a look at a snapshot of some of the motorcycles we have welcomed through our doors.

Triumph Bonneville 865 SE.

Last week we welcomed a Triumph Bonneville 865 SE for a full service and to assess an engine management light. The engine management light had been on since last summer and the bike did not lose performance.

Our first task was to run a TEXA diagnostic scan. The scan showed a fault code for the ambient air temperature sensor.

Once we had located the sensor and the sensor itself was tested, it was ascertained that the sensor was fine, it was the wiring to the sensor which was the problem.

We therefore had to unwrap part of the wiring loom to the ambient air temp sensor and tip over sensor to locate the broken wire. Diagnostic tools are fantastic for telling you where a fault is, but physically locating a broken wire is down to human investigation and visual assessment.

The wiring loom was unwrapped and the break in the loom was located. The earth wires to the ambient air pressure sensor and tip over sensor were then replaced. The loom was then re-wrapped and the rest of the full service was completed.

Honda Fireblade – recommission. The beginning.

Early last week we welcomed a Honda Fireblade to the mono motorcycles workshop which has been asleep for 16 years.

Our customer, who has owned the Fireblade since new, has now decided to bring her back to life and has asked us here at mono motorcycles to support him on that journey.

Daniels first job was to repair the HISS key wiring where someone had tried to steal the bike many years ago.

He then tried to get the filler cap open but despite having soaked it in GT85, it was seized shut. He therefore had to drill the filler cap off.

What liquid was left in the fuel tank was black and the fuel pump had been completely destroyed. The fuel pump body is no longer available so we will need to source an entire fuel pump.

Daniel then removed the air box and spark plugs, whilst also hoovering the bike of many cobwebs and plenty of dead spiders and evicting some which were still alive.

Having given the bike power, he was able to crank the engine over by hand and the oil pressure light went out. However, he couldn’t get a spark or switching.

Daniel then removed the connectors and relays and cleaned them. The bike now has spark.

At this point we contacted our customer with our initial findings and advised of the rather long list of parts required to bring the Fireblade back to life.

Our customer has now authorised the work and once we have sourced all the parts we need, the bike will be booked back in the diary in a couple of weeks’ time.

If you are considering a regeneration on any motorcycle, it is always an idea to consider your budget. For reference, the cost to bring this Fireblade back to life is in the thousands, not hundreds of pounds.

CCM GP450

You may remember a few weeks ago we welcomed a CCM GP450 to the mono motorcycles workshop which had snapped the piston, bent the conrod and pretty much obliterated the inside of the engine.

Our customer instructed us to source another engine which is no mean feat when the bike was only produced for 2 years.

We managed to source 1 of only 3 engines available through CCM Motorcycles and Oaklie then had the task of fitting the new engine in the bike.

It sounds so easy, but when you consider the number of connections, pipes, connectors and components which have to be connected, plugged in and refitted, it is many hours of concentrated work.

At the end of the day and with still some way to go, Oaklie got the new engine running which is fantastic.

Note: One of the CCM GP450 fuel tanks is under where the seat goes. We weren’t running it remotely as it is fuel injected.

Triumph Newchurch

At the beginning of this week (10.02.2025) we welcomed a Triumph Bonneville Newchurch to the mono motorcycles workshop.

The Newchurch joined us for a Full Service and an MOT.

February is now fully booked, and we are already booking into March. If you know your service is due or you need an MOT, please do book well in advance to avoid disappointment.

T: 01243 576212 / 07899 654446 or email info@monomotorcycles.co.uk

BMW R80, Ducati 600SS, Triumph Sprint, Suzuki GSX1400.

Up on the ramp on Tuesday we welcomed back the lovely BMW R80. The R80 has been owned by the same lady for over 30 years and is definitely a huge part of her story. The R80 joined us for an Interim Service and an MOT.

Next up we welcomed back a Ducati 600 SS. The 600 SS joined us for a full service, and to assess/repair the tacho and an MOT. The tacho cable was at fault here and we had to source one directly from Ducati.

Next up we have welcomed two great sales by DJK Motorcycles Ltd

The Triumph Sprint joined us for an Interim Service and an MOT and a Suzuki GSX1400 which joined us for a pre-sales check and an MOT.

Kawasaki Z750

When one thing turns into two.

Last Thursday (06.02.2025)  as we were closing up, one of our regular customers arrived. He spoke to Katy and advised that since Monday the bike kept overheating. When we popped outside, we could clearly see why the bike was over heating as coolant was pouring all over the concrete.

With torch in hand, Daniel took a look and sure enough where the radiator was so old and the fins had collapsed, a stone had punctured the radiator.

We advised our customer to not ride the bike the next 5 miles home as we could simply not tell if the bike had any coolant left in it (the header tank is under the fuel tank).

Therefore, we ordered a new radiator and advised our customer that we would get on to it as soon as we could.

When Daniel got the bike up on the ramp to start to remove the radiator, unfortunately what couldn’t be seen was that the fan and casings had rotted away and broken away from the radiator.

As a new fan assembly is £600, we spoke to our customer and on this occasion we are sourced a SH unit from a breakers.

CCM Street Moto

On Wednesday we welcomed a stunning CCM Street Moto to the mono motorcycles workshop. The CCM Street Moto, with only 67 miles on the clock, joined us to drain the tank and flush the system through with Cataclean PowerShot Bike and carry out an Annual Service.

As an approved CCM Service and Repair Centre, we can carry out CCM service, repair and warranty work.

Contact us for all your motorcycle service, repair, tyres and MOT needs on 01243 576212 / 07899 654446 or email us at info@monomotorcycles.co.uk

Show your motorcycle some love on Valentines Day.

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– EASY TO START

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Cataclean is a fuel and exhaust system cleaner.

Cataclean will remove the harmful carbon build-up in the valves, injectors and the entire exhaust system.

Cataclean® PowerShot Bike works for all bikes from sports bikes/cruisers to scooters/mopeds and off road.

Cataclean will restore power/torque and throttle response.

If a bike has been sat over the winter a Cataclean® PowerShot Bike treatment will help the bike to start and run better.

Directions of use

Pour entire contents of bottle into fuel tank and then ride normally for at least 15 minutes and refuel when necessary. For best results it is recommended to add one bottle of Cataclean® PowerShot Bike to approximately ¼ tank of fuel (5 litres).

For optimum performance use Cataclean® PowerShot Bike 3-4 times per year.

Events

Saturday 1^st March 2025

Want to find out more about CCM Motorcycles and their long history as a leading British motorcycle brand? Then why not join us at one of our Open Mornings throughout 2025 to find out more.

We have now opened our CCM showroom where we can showcase a selection of the core models from the CCM range.

We can also offer CCM test rides and can discuss our current pre-approved/ex-demo sales range.

If you are in the market for something new, we can also support your journey to creating your own beautifully unique CCM Motorcycle.

Free tea, coffee and biscuits will be available to all those who attend.

Test rides.

1/ Pre-booking for test rides is essential. We will need to know in advance which CCM you are interested in test riding, so we can book appropriately.

2/ All test rides will be accompanied by a mono motorcycles rider.

3/ You will need to be over 25 to take a test ride and produce a full motorcycle licence with a minimum of two years on the licence. Copies of your licence will be taken before the test ride.

4/ You will also need proof of your National Insurance number. Once we have this, we will need to check on the DVLA website that you have no points or disqualifications.

5/ You will need to complete a form to be able to take part in a test ride. Therefore, please book in 15 minutes before your allocated booking slot.

We aim to have one of each of the core models available at every test ride session. Therefore, you would need to let us know if you wish to test ride a Bobber, Maverick or Tracker/Street Moto prior to booking.

Test ride times are as follows:

10.00am – Book in 9.45am

10.30am – Book in 10.15am

11.00am – Book in 10.45am

11.30am – Book in 11.15am

12.00pm – Book in 11.45am

Sunday 23^rd March

DATE FOR YOUR DIARY!

Join us on Sunday 23rd March 2025 for our joint Open Day at mono motorcycles and DJK Motorcycles, New Barn, Funtington, Chichester, PO18 9DA.

Come and talk to us about your 2025 service, repair, tyre and MOT requirements and about what quality used bike options are available to you.

We are really excited to welcome back CCM Motorcycles to our Open Day. CCM will have a display of their stunning motorcycles and there will be test ride opportunities too.

We are really pleased to welcome Dunlop Tyres to our Open Day for 2025. Dunlop will bring examples of their vast motorcycle tyre range, be able to give advice and offer a tyre matching service. I’m sure there will be a freebie or two available too (they are very generous like that)

We will have hot food served all day by Hunger Busters and Barista Coffee and Cake supplied by Our Little Place.

This is a great opportunity to get out for the start of spring and think about your options for 2025. It’s also a fantastic opportunity to find out more about who we are and what we can offer, whilst also supporting local businesses in the process.

We look forward to welcoming you to our Spring Open Day. Tell your friends, share this event and let’s have a great day together.

Motorcycle service, repair, tyres and MOT bookings.

We are encouraging people to book well in advance for their 2025 service, tyre and MOT needs. At the time of writing, we are already booking from Tuesday 11^th March.

Contact Daniel or Katy on 01243 576212 / 07899 654446 or email us at info@monomotorcycles.co.uk