Progress update...just in case you guys thought I've been lazing about this winter! -

Progress update...just in case you guys thought I've been lazing about this winter!

1/20/2011

A teeth chattering h-h-h-hullo! Did I mention it's freezing here? Temperatures in single digits (Fahrenheit).
Yes, it takes some serious grit to keep plugging away at the shop in the evenings...it's very tempting to stay warm at home. But rest assured my friends, I've been busy. Here you see almost all the major bits and pieces for TWO complete sets of casting patterns. I decided to do an extra set just in case. I may also try two different foundries to compare quality. There is still work left- some more small pieces, gluing things together, double and triple checking everything to ensure nothing's missing. But the bulk of the work is here.
Any encouraging thoughts and warm messages appreciated in the comments section- they'll surely help me deal with the cold!
Thank you all again for your support!
Best wishes.

31 Comments

joe mc

1/20/2011 03:41:53 pm

Good to see so much progress. did ya ever start a list of who has asked to be 1st in line to aquire a 1000 block ?

aniket

1/20/2011 03:59:30 pm

Hi Joe!
Hmmm. Actually, I didn't start a list yet. I thought of starting that as soon as I can give folk the exact price, specs and anything else they want to know and some people are ready to commit to ordering. What do you think?
Thanks!
Aniket

joe

1/21/2011 07:03:13 am

that was just a prod..but if ya don't like one of castings cause of apperance only issues, i know where it could go ! asto a list its not needed yet and could take your time away from the project. once its a working item or 2, then full on marketing. lotsa people are watching and waiting besides me. joe

Mike

1/21/2011 07:39:28 am

Hi Aniket,

Your latest post is fantastic news !!
Many, myself included are holding our breath in anticipation.

Keep up the good work !

Charlie

1/21/2011 10:53:58 am

It would be the only V-twin I would ever buy.

cyrus biscardi

1/21/2011 01:33:56 pm

Great work on a huge undertaking. Can you show some drawings of the crank assembly, oil pumps, etc?

Pramodh

1/21/2011 07:38:59 pm

Sooper bro... keep up the good work...was wondering where you were hiding hehehe

Sunil

1/22/2011 03:38:37 am

Hey Mate read your magazine article, really inspiring stuff.It must be hard to be productive in sub zero temperatures but hope our words of encouragement have warmed you slightly!! the new parts you have made look amazing can't wait to see them fresh from the foundry,how's the new bullet restoration going?

Keep up the excellent work

Aniket

1/22/2011 09:03:11 am

Hullo hullo hullo!

Guys, it is really great to see your comments! And yes, they go far in keeping the cold away! Sunil and Lewis (who wrote from France!)- thank you so much for reading the article. Brrrrr...tonight, Columbus is going to see 9 degrees, tomorrow 7! That is roughly minus 14 celsius! Having grown up in baking hot New Delhi with much milder winters, my brain tries hard to go into hibernation mode but I dunk it in a big glass of tea and shake it a bit. Sometimes, it works :-)
Watch out for more updates coming in a week or two!
Thanks very very much!
Aniket

Tom

1/23/2011 01:47:13 am

I figured that you were just too busy to post updates. Looks like I was right. Good call on two sets of patterns. Eggs in one basket and all that, eh? Looking forward to seeing it all.

Matt Law

1/23/2011 10:36:24 am

Keep up the good work...Spring will be here soon!

silvano

1/26/2011 06:23:39 am

we all still here waiting Aniket .... do not doubt about that.

Josh

1/28/2011 04:06:06 am

Excellent progress so far! I really do hope your engines will enter production at some time. I know there are a lot of people who are interested in yor amazing project. The Royal Enfield is one of the last bikes left with a pure soul..

Any word on a possible cooperation with the people from ACE? A double-barrel Fireball would be as epic as engines get..

Aniket

1/29/2011 11:44:29 am

Hi guys!

Josh- The Fireball Musket has been discussed often! Sumanth (Chumma) and I have panted over the phone at the thought of a 75 hp V twin...we are going to make it happen, watch this space!

chaudhari sejalsinh

2/1/2011 12:12:45 am

Hi my name is sejal chaudhari I have bullet 350 1982 which is bought by my father brand new and I am also crazy abut bullet

I saw your video of v-twin 700cc I like it very much

And I would like to tell you about my dream I will be very happy If I have this kind of bullet

thanks

chaudhari sejal

2/1/2011 12:18:44 am

again sejal here and I am a design engineer using UNIGRAPHICS NX6 product of Siemens

Josh

2/2/2011 08:49:40 pm

Hi Aniket, well, that settles it then: this summer I'll be on the lookout for a 500cc Enfield.. plus another donor engine!

Ranjan Babu

2/7/2011 09:31:59 pm

Your idea is so good that I dont have words to appreciate you. I have a doubt though, the amount of inertia this beast is going to create what have you thought about the braking. I do realise that you want to keep it the way it was born(looks wise), but also do keep in mind if she has to stop, a lot of force is going to be needed.

Josh

2/8/2011 05:36:14 am

Ehh, not really, not unless you're going to explore the full potential of the engine.

If you're driving 60Mph it doesn't matter if your bike has 20Hp or 200 - you'll need the same power to stop.

Joe the rider

2/8/2011 07:48:04 pm

Progress is looking good. Time for some cubic dollars to make this happen.
If a manufacturer has not contacted you, please make the effort to court them. In todays legal world, it would take just one family member of your dedicated followers to take everything you own. Go find some deep pockets.

Aniket

2/9/2011 04:10:08 am

Hi Joe,

Hmmm, that is a worrying thought. Actually, my intention is to make them myself, or under my supervision, at the machine shop I work at...hence, be the manufacturer myself.
What would prompt anyone to take what I own?
Before I sell anyone anything, I'll definitely consult a lawyer about all possible skullduggery that may come my way. From my own research, almost all aftermarket motor performance stuff comes with some blanket disclaimers, or no one would want to make anything for fear of litigation.
Thanks though!

Chumma link

2/17/2011 05:17:51 pm

ARREY DOST!

John Reilly

2/25/2011 04:05:42 am

john Reilly

2/25/2011 04:11:50 am

Aniket, Great work Dude. Keep it up, I know it must be a pain working in the cold as I've done it many time myself. My solution, move to Victoria BC Canada!!! Weather here is fantastic, lots of vintage bikes and friendly folk. I look forward to turning my Bullet into a Musket someday. cheers and keep in touch. John

Mike Glasgow

2/27/2011 11:48:40 am

Really Keewl! It looks like it would have been something that Vincent partnered on! I didn't realize RE ever made any V-Twins, but it looks like they built some side valve models in the early days. Your site makes me want to get a classic English Iron motorcycle. I don't have the connections to be able to build a V-Twin, or the financial fortitude for a Vincent, so I would have to settle for either a single, or one of the side-by-side vertical twins. Outstanding workmanship on your Musket project. Looking forward to reading about the 1 litre project.

red bull hats link

3/25/2011 07:26:11 pm

You write good articles, I will always be concerned about

Jesuraj

4/2/2011 02:32:35 am

Hi Aniket,

Please update the web with latest news and progress of your work.

B4450Paul

4/6/2011 09:33:51 pm

Aniket
Fantastic work ! Great that you keep it simple as possible.
Paul

Peter

4/8/2011 04:40:08 pm

Aniket ! Very nice work work and all the best to you

Hussain

8/25/2011 01:15:12 pm

Hi Aniket- Awesome work! I must have watched your 'It's alive' video at least a dozen times savouring the twin thumps :)

Curious to know if you considered forged Aluminium Vs. cast Al for strength. From what I have gathered from various forums, cast Al is prone to cracking with wear due to microscopic air bubbles that are forced out in a forged process. Is this something that you looked at?

matt

12/20/2011 04:53:56 pm

just bought a leftover 2009 Bullit AVL looking forward to a conversion

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