The strip down has started, and there is plenty to do, but first job, the fork seals, 

The top yoke had a seized bolt, and although I did try to remove it, obtaining another was a quicker and easier option, plus I wanted to remove the ignition lock and smooth it up a little.

 Couldn't resist a bit of polishing, plus a NOS Datatool gear indicator sourced as well. New pads for the front as oil has seeped into them from the forks, seals and bushes, and a host of stainless bolts to replace a few rusty worn ones.

Looking a little sad, but its a on going process, yes that is a stock end can, I have another, and also looking out for 1 more, then all noise issues are covered! 

Radiator will be coming off and getting some tlc, as its a little full of dirt... 

Forks dont look to bad, and hopefully will clean up nicely, and not be hiding any horrors when they come apart.

Fingers Crossed.