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Old Oct 12, 2013 | 12:36 PM
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Well after a few weeks away getting a replacement engine fitted, I've finally got her back and while my Indy had her I asked him to fit the La briola foot clutch and jockey shift. Which I've had in the garage for 18 months . Because I've not had the guts to go with it, well its on and I had the bike delivered back to me earlier today . I have been a bit worried about riding with it, well I've rode it round my road for 15 mins to see what its like and first impressions are that i like it, never stalled and its seems fairly easy to use certainly very easy to shift and find neutral. I'm hoping for good weather tomorrow to give it a good trip out.
 
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Old Oct 12, 2013 | 12:46 PM
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Having ridden one several times in the 70s, I like the way a jockey shift looks when you're shifting but the hassle in traffic and on hills kill it for me.
 
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Old Oct 12, 2013 | 05:23 PM
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Let us know how it works out for you. I've always been curious about jockey shifts.
 
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Old Oct 12, 2013 | 07:11 PM
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Glad you are back on the road. Share some pics of your unique bike with the new jockey shift.

Did you get any engine upgrades with the new build?
 
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Old Oct 12, 2013 | 07:24 PM
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Great jockey shifts are the best been loving mine for a year now won't go back now
 
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Old Jan 26, 2014 | 07:58 AM
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I know this thread is several months old but was just curious how the setup has worked out for you. I would like to do a tank shift on my bike one day. Post some pics if you can. Thanks
 
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Old Jan 27, 2014 | 07:06 AM
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Every one has their own likes and dislikes.. with a bad right knee I would never want one.

You have a great looking bike, hope you enjoy it.
 
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