Hi Guys
Bike is an RGS replica, de-tuned, ie no high lift cam or 9-1 pistons. Rebuilt several years ago.
Taking my bike out the other day after nearly a year, I did a very silly thing, or rather, I didn't do the sensible thing.
The motor started first kick (believe it!) and I roared gently away, After about 5 miles I stopped to get some petrol. All well. Riding back, I passed through some fantastic Belgium countryside, rolling downhill at no more than 50 mph I suddenly felt the engine tighten up, radically, like a seizure. I pulled in the clutch and coasted. It was a baking hot day of about 35C. After 10 seconds I let the clutch go and she started up again. This time I ran at tick over (just get me home) and just put putted along. Suddenly I realised the true horror of the situation. The oil feed tap that I'd carefully fitted 20 years ago was off! I'd forgotten to turn it on! Oh wo is me! I turned it on and the bike continued forward, gently. I carried on for another 10 miles, problem free and got home ok.
After things had cooled down there was still plenty of compression and no disturbing noises.
I contemplated the folly of my ways and don't know quite what to do.
Any ideas, drain the sump, maybe? If poss I'd rather not strip the whole thing (again).
Greetings
Ben