Stuie56

Hi Davin, I got a message from Mike (The Diamond Cut Guy) wo has helped me out with some parts and posting them to Australia for me. A top bloke who has gone out of his way to assist me get the bits I needed. I have started pulling tghings down on the bike now and are discovering a few issues (as expected) along the way. Nothing that time and $$$ wont fix...though like all these type of projects they end up costing much more than first thought. Will definitely keep you posted on the progress. Plan on riding it to Brizzy...to visit a mate once completed (first quarter 2018) so will let you know when. Cheers Stu

Nice. Yep I bought the damaged 99...am still chasing up some parts but getting there. Wont make real progress for another 5 - 6 weeks while I wait for parts to arrive. Special thanks to the Diamond Cut Guy (Mike)...who reached out on this site and has been real supportive in helping me source various parts. Would in a world of pain without his help. Do keep in touch I was unaware of these bikes until I saw this Venture on EBay. Something different (to a Harley) and are looking forward to getting it all sorted. Feel free to drop me an email at stu.green@hotmail.com and I will definitely keep you updated with the progress. Cheers Stu

Hi all, thank you so much to all that have replied to my original call out for parts. The good people on this site were able to set me straight on a few matters - the main one being that my Gen 2 is actually a 1999 model (not 2001) which made a difference in the parts world. Now that I have got that settled if anyone knows of a fuel tank in good condition for that year...I would be happy to hear from them. failing that I will be getting the tank fixed on the one I have...but would need to buy the tank decal (pin strip) if someone knows anyone that can supply these decals then would appreciate pointing me in the right direction. Cheers Stu

H Mike, thank you for you response I will send you an email and a couple of pics so you know exactly what I am talkng about...but I think you do already. I checked out your work on your website...very nice. Cheers, Stuart

Thanks for the response...and for keeping an eye out for us...much appreciated.

Sorry all, I have been corrected to say that the bike is a Gen 2 Venture not a Mark 2 as I had posted...still learning the lingo.

Yes, I have had a response from Pinwall and they seem to have plenty of earlier model ones 1983-1993 and RHS not left. I will respond to them again and just keep trying I guess. Thank you for your response though much appreciated.

Hi Puc, Thank you for getting back to me...you are absolutely right in that it is a 2001 Gen 2 Venture ...if you are able to provide me with any information or contacts that can assist me that would be appreciated. Even if it is a phone number and a name I can try them. Thanks again....Stu

Hi, good luck with the conversion and chasing down the parts. I have just posted on this forum that I am chasing a LHS radiator cowling...if you decide not to use the one on your bike or if someone comes to you with a bike with both give me a yell. It is the only part stopping me getting my project sorted. Am in Australia and evidently there were not many of these bikes sold here so not a huge 2nd hand parts reserve over here. Cheers Stu

Hi all, I'm located in Melbourne, Australia and am new to the world of Venture owners having recently purchased a damaged bike that I intend to use myself. Unfortunately I am having some issues trying to locate some parts for the repairs. Now I have most of the items needed to get mobile however one part in particular has eluded me and I now seek your help. I am chasing (in any condition) the LHS lower cowling (Yamaha part no. 4XY-2835J-01-Tl) ...it is the fairing that surrounds the radiator. The one I my bike sustained the impact around where the crash guard is located and I didn't get any part of it when I purchased the bike. The RHS is intact ... I dont care if I get the LHS off another model that is not quite right or even if it is damaged and needs to be plastic welded back together but I would appreciate any help that can help get me sorted and get mobile. Most of my mates here ride big Harleys and I have kept the Venture project a secret from them only planning to reveal once it is completed. Thanks in advance. There are a number of other bits and pieces that I also need however this LHS fairing is causing the most grief. Cheers Stu