Restorations and repairs

Restorations can be pretty challenging as we have to bring well
 worn out and sometimes abused 65 year old motorcycles back to
better than new condition. Our end result is to always bring
old parts back to "better" than new condition. Many times it
 is a challenge but we are known for extremely high level
of craftsmanship and quality work.
Recently we have been working on several frames readying them for
 ground up restorations. The following are just some of the things
 we have had to refurbish.
These are the challenges we enjoy.
 Note only do we make old stuff better but it looks the part too.
 That's where the Kiwi krews skill excels. Perfection, craftsmanship,
 engineering and pride in workmanship.     

FRAME REPAIR SERVICE

Frame kickstart casting:
 It is not uncommon for the kickstart stud casting to crack.
This was most likely due the cast material not having enough ductility which leads
 to brittleness and breakage over time. On this frame we added a gusset to add strength to
 support the kickstart crank stud while blending it nicely for cosmetic purposes.
 This area sees a huge amount of torque being applied during the kickstarting process.
 Once the frame is powdercoated nobody will recognize this classy repair.

Center stand pivot tabs:
 Indian had weak center stand pivot tabs on the frame casting which quite often break
 off. We not only need to increase its strength and rebuild the broken off area but
the 2 pivot holes need to be kept open as the holes cannot be machined in place after
 such repairs are done as the frame tubes are in the way. This casting was originally
manufactured as a separate part and then fitted into the frame and welded into place.
 Over the years we have developed a method to build up this
area while still retaining the 5/16 dia holes. 

- Repaired center stand lugs. Very tricky to repair as the holes cannot be drilled after the frame was originally made. We have the technique

- FrameA Repaired kickstart casting with added custom made gusset to blend in when powdercoated. Adds strength and looks close to factory. Class work FrameB Stock frame casting (for comparison)
See more service and Fabrication HERE