Weeks 9 to 12

The bulk of the restoration work was carried out in the next four workshop sessions. The guys carried out important tasks such as replacing piston rings, fitting new gearbox parts and general servicing under guidance from mechanic Rob Fox.

The team wore overalls, gloves and steel toe cap boots in the workshop as any good mechanic would. These guys are just 14 years old so it is important to start them out with a respect for the  health and safety standards that the will find the the work place.

We were all thrilled to hear the engine run for the first time. The group had done a great job and our little bike purred nicely after more than a year in the elements.