Restoration of a 1990 Blue Yamaha RX-S 100

[Dany007]

We are currently restoring a 1990 Yamaha RX-S 100, which I have received from my grandfather in light of my upcoming 17th birthday. The bike has been stored in a leaking cabin since 1998, so the damage is quite intense...

The damage:
Most of the chrome had surface rust (not really a problem as the rust was coming off with a gentle rub), all the engine, gearbox and all the mechanics had been water damaged beyond repair and engine oil mixed with water leaked out of the engine when we lifted the bike off of the trailer. Also the brake and clutch cables had seized, the wheels were no longer usable and didn't even turn and the electrical system is still a mystery as it uses a 2"x1" 6v Battery.

I was given the chance to buy almost a full set of parts for this bike, the parts which had come from a red version and of the same model, and only a few cables and levers along with the main frame was missing and so I snapped this opportunity up in an instant, for £40 which was bought by my father.

The work is currently being done by a friend who has estimated the total to get the bike on the road at about £500, but in 5 years this bike will be a classic and the bike itself is great so well worth it!

I will update you guys on the progress if you like

[pepperami]

Lots of pictures = before-during-after please
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[freakybiker10]

I will watch out for your progress as I have just got a 1994 model and am having a few problems myself. The main probs are that this is my first 2 stroke and 6 volt sparks are cr*p!
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RXS100, CB125TDC, ZX7R.

[Dany007]

I don't have a before picture as i was quick to the mark on getting the process started. I have included some pictures below, taken today. The frame has been grinded and painted, although the front forks and wheels haven't been removed, and the engine has started to get painted now. I will take the pictures whenever i go to see the bike as it is at a freind's house as he is doing most of the work and is a very skilled mechanic.

The battery's are really tiny! I'm surprised how the bike runs off such a small battery but its an old bike and it's to be expected .

Frame painted: (the forks and wheel ect. are to be replaced)
https://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/Danyz_007/Bike%20Restoration%20Pics/Frame_2.jpg
https://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/Danyz_007/Bike%20Restoration%20Pics/Frame_1.jpg



Old parts & damaged engine:
https://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/Danyz_007/Bike%20Restoration%20Pics/Parts_1.jpg



New engine being painted:
https://i1181.photobucket.com/albums/x439/Danyz_007/Bike%20Restoration%20Pics/Engine_1.jpg
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Currently restoring a Yamaha RX-S 100 after 4 months on a 50cc moped.

17 soon, have my CBT, Insurance And rearing to GO!!!