The dreaded T20 missing pump drama...

[pjmcburney]

I've just managed to track down a really nice T20.


Unfortunately it's missing its tyre (tire) pump.

I know these things are as rare as rocking-horse poop, but I thought I'd canvas the membership to see if anyone has one lying around they want to sell, or a lead on one.

I've been reliably informed that the same pump was supplied on quite a number of Suzuki models and may even be the same (or very similar) pump that came with various Yamahas of the period.

Any info greatly appreciated.


Cheers
Paul McB

[diamondj]

Don't have one myself. I just can't bring myself to spend the kind of money they bring on Ebay. Seriously surprised Paul Miller hasn't found someone to repro these by now. I had read somewhere that a vintage bicycle pump was also similar to the Suzuki pump. Something like this perhaps:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/BICYCLE-AIR-PUM ... 2eb76cf05e" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

Jim

[ericsattic]

Check this out - reproduction air pump available from this eBay seller: gnz-trader

http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayI ... 1423.l2649" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

If that auction link is not available, the pump was listed for $50 and got no bids. I say contact the seller and see if he's willing to sell it for less. I have two original air pumps - the reproduction is a shiny metal but the originals are made of a dull aluminum.

[oldjapanesebikes]

I have two original air pumps - the reproduction is a shiny metal but the originals are made of a dull aluminum.

Would it be possible for you to post a photo with a tape measure along side to give an idea of the end to end length uncompressed ? Thanks !

[ericsattic]

I have two original air pumps - the reproduction is a shiny metal but the originals are made of a dull aluminum.

Would it be possible for you to post a photo with a tape measure along side to give an idea of the end to end length uncompressed ? Thanks !

I'm headed out for a five day vacation with the family and don't have time to post photos right now. But I quickly measured both air pumps and they are about 11.5 inches uncompressed. However, the air hose nozzle sticks out the end of each pump and is another 1/2 inch - this air nozzle allows the pump to fit into the upper frame hook / pump holder. Someone send me a PM in a week or so as a reminder and I will put up photos of BOTH pumps, with accurate measurements. And as someone alluded to in one of the posts on this board or another I have TWO styles of pumps - only minor cosmetic differences, like one says "made in japan" on the small, top circular part of the pump handle and the other pump says "made in japan" lengthwise along the handle itself.

[ericsattic]

I have two original air pumps - the reproduction is a shiny metal but the originals are made of a dull aluminum.

Would it be possible for you to post a photo with a tape measure along side to give an idea of the end to end length uncompressed ? Thanks !

SORRY for the long delay. See the link below. BONUS = Several photos of T500 signal lamps / flashers / indicators. Regards, Eric


https://picasaweb.google.com/1174857257 ... directlink" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

[oldjapanesebikes]

Perfect - many thanks.