Tips & Technical
Subject: Important Reminder – Using Your Historic Motorcycle for AWMEC Club Events G’day AWMEC Members, As we head into more riding season events, a quick reminder on the rules for using your historic-registered motorcycle on club rides. This helps everyone stay legal and enjoy the rides without any hassles from authorities. Club Events A club […]
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Can ask the group if anyone knows a very good welder who can repair a crankcase. Sadly, my JAP twin has let go, and it needs a very skilled repair job Happy to have my phone number in the email 0421140547 Thanks in advance Peter Fagan
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Motorcycle First Aid Workshop in Albury on Sunday, 20th July 2025. We want all AWMEC members to participate in this must-have knowledge. I’m excited to announce an upcoming workshop that’s absolutely critical for every one of us: Motorcycle First Aid. This isn’t just any workshop—it’s a must-attend event that could make all the difference when we’re
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Glenn would like some help with fixing the attached fairing issue on the RZ Can any member help Glenn?
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We would like to thank our members for their input and help. Q – Elesie has an old VHS videotape that requires converting to a digital format. Does any member have a why to convert? A – Yes – Thank you to Ray Patten for his assistance and can help out Elsise. Q –
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2022-09-27 Questions asked at the meeting Q – Gearbox with broken lugs, (in need of a welder.) Q – Aqua blasting. Q – Roger – needs help with nickel plating. If anyone is able to help with these questions, please email editor@awmec.com.au
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2022-08-31 Motorcycle tyre date codes The tyre date code, also known as the DOT code is four digits giving you first the week number and then the year (in two digits) of manufacture. At what age do tyres become illegal NSW? ;- 10 years old. The change in law ;- From 1 February 2021 Construction
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What is the VSI 6? NSW Vehicle Standards Information Light vehicle modifications A guide to modifications requiring certification under the Vehicle Safety and Compliance Certification Scheme Purpose This Vehicle Standards Information (VSI) No. 6 is intended to help vehicle owners and modifiers determine what modifications to vehicles up to and including 4.5 tonnes gross
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2022-06-15 Touch up Chipped Paint on Alloys The Members Agenda question was asked at the May meeting on how to “Touch up Chipped Paint on Alloys” We had some great responses. A quick and easy one was to simply use Nail Polish. The other suggestion was from Col at Twin City Bike Worx;- Buy a
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The Bird Glove v2 I came across these gloves the other day, and could not help myself and laugh! But then again, I caught myself having a think about their actual practical usage….? What do you think? If you would like a pair you can purchase at Shark Leathers.