PHATTANGLO

I hope someone may have a solution for a something that is more of a nuisance than a major problem. After the theft and recovery of my Cat I had to join the ignition switch wires back together. Subsequently I now find the bike will only start when the sidestand is raised even when she is in neutral. I have been told it is probably the starter cut off relay under the seat. In my other post I mentioned I am going to streetfight my bike and as I will probably strip her down completely to paint the frame and service the engine, I wondered if it is possible to modify the wiring so that it bypasses all the cutoffs and generally simplifys the wiring loom.

I have a Thundercat which I have owned for 4 years and am happy with the performance. The bodywork is pretty shabby and has had repair on top of repair so I have decided to go the Streetfighter route. I am a bit confused regarding the induction system as there seem to be differing views regarding the effect on performance, i.e flat spots etc if you just remove all the gubbins from the front of the bike. Can anyone clear up the question. can you just remove the chambers and tube work or will I have to alter the carb jets? Also I will go with a headlight nose cone or traditional headlamp can anyone suggest the best way to tidy up the wiring so it isn't exposed.

Oops yes 1996, unfortunately the deal fell through but I'm getting the red and black 97 cat now. Not a bad deal my 1989 Suzi GSX750F + 300 notes and I reckon about another 200 to replace a few broken bits, so a 97 Cat 20k on the clock for about £1200.

Greetings from a newbie. I'm about to get a Thundercat and I would like to ask you guys if they know the colour code for it. It is a 1987 model which is burgundy in colour, this looks to be original rather than a re-spray and I havn't seen another cat this colour. the reason I'm asking is because it doesn't have a hugger and when I get one I want it to match. I would also like to ask if it is possible to get a stronger spring for the rear shock, the shock is in good condition but being a fat b*$"ard no amount of preload is going to get the sag right from what I've read in other threads. Thanx in anticipation. Kev