[1980 DT175 electrical switch, 6 to 12 volt]

Did mine just after Xmas and been running fine since although only running a couple of times a week. It does however need revs to be bright. The instructions by Neo on this site were very clear and I sourced all my bits via ebay. Suprised how easey it was.

[DT 175 MX 12volt conversion]

Got all the bits, this is this weeks job. Replacing all the bearings, repainting and general tarting up. Thanks Neo

[Classic Road Tests]

I have many of the Bike and all the Suberbike mags in my loft

[Now then]

Just joined as I have been browsing off and on over the years but have decided to do up my DT175MX (again) so thought I might get some useful tips on here.

I have had a few Yams over the years starting with a RD250E in 1979 then an RD400 I currently have a DT175MX , which used to belong to my best friend which I got in about 1990 and an RD250LC which I bought at a similar time.

I also have an Aprilia Tuono which I was off for a ride on to day but as its cold now I won't bother, instead I intend goinging into the garage and take the wheels off the DT as I intend to re-spoke both wheels.

So first question and recommendations where to get new spokes from and measurements?

I had intended taking spokes out and sending as a pattern but if someone has already done that it saves me one more job.

Thanks