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This week, I tackled the throttle cable first. Since the bike has clip-ons and a Triumph engine in a Norton frame, it’s been a bit of trial and error to get everything just right. The cables from the carbs to the junction box were straightforward, but finding the right cable from the junction box...

I’ve decided to go with a Pazon electronic ignition for the Triton. It’s less sensitive to low voltage than a Boyer, more affordable than a Tri Spark, and has fantastic reviews. I recently used one on a Norton Commando, and it was an excellent starter. Plus, the Pazon is a local New Zealand product...

It’s been a productive few days on the Triton build! First up, I finished the oil tank mounting bracket. I made the bracket myself and will be using some Commando tank mounting foam for the oil tank to rest on. The tank will be secured to the frame by two bolts at the top...

Today’s focus was on the head steady. I sourced one from Dresda for a unit 650, but it needed quite a bit of modification to fit properly. This is where my aircraft engineering background really comes in handy. After some careful filing and shaping of the aluminium pieces, they now fit the front stud...

Today, after a holiday break, I jumped back into working on the bike. I focused on the rear set plates, drilling holes to accommodate the extended swing arm bolt and adding a spot for a voltage gauge on the instrument holder. Everything was going smoothly until it was time to paint them, along with...