Ruttly posted :
   Today I got the email my 250 wheels are on the way home from Buchanan’s , be here Friday afternoon.  
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I really like the K-70 tire's and would like to have them on all my bikes but they are so limited in sizes   !    
So , Dunlop 404's is what I'm thinking for replacements next time .
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I'm glad your getting to move on with the project !  

So my new rims made it home yesterday but all I had time for was open the box and sneak a peak. We had some family over yesterday. I got up early to finish chores early and then family, by the time they left . I had dinner went to bed early. Up early today , I’ll get those tires mounted up today. Hats off to Buchanan’s , the wheels are incredible ! I wanted the wheels to stand out while looking stock , well kind of. Hubs had casting ridges polished down before powder coat. I thought I screwed up with my color choice , thinking it  would look cheap or trendy , wasn’t cheap and looks crazy cool , kinda unique. Inside hubs almost look stock but shiny , but roll it out in the sun and the “alien silver” hubs light up in the sun. Used same color for trim on the tracker. New wheels highly polished aluminum rims , spokes & nipples with those hubs , they really pop in the sun but almost look stock when inside. Both brake backing plates are p/c in a 80% black (satin look).  I can see a finished bike in my sick warped mind. I’m confident  it will turn some heads and generate grins !  

New shoes on the new wheels. Dunlop 404s cause its a half pint I went with a smaller set of 18” with a 110/90-18 for the rear and a 100/90-18 out front. Rear was fairly easy to mount , the front tire with smaller size was a formidable opponent. My arms got a good workout , still feeling it today. Less weight and less drag with the smaller tires. New wheels not dramatically lighter with the aluminum rim but still a noticeable difference. But a lot of extra time & care was used due to new highly polished rims. New shocks arrived from Spain too , black body with chrome springs & keepers ,  Betor makes really nice shocks have some on my trials bike too. Gettin closer to a rolling chassis beside powder coating I think the only part I need is a new rear sprocket , get it ordered on Tuesday.

While some here are at a pinnacle of frame or engine building , no need to name anyone. And then comes Ruttly with my jack of all trades approach of building. Let me tell you self doubt is a project killer ! To set goals as your building last nights dream , be sure to include a few things outside of your comfort zone , way outside. Something you haven’t done before. Ok to seek help , part of the learning curve. For example , I hate building exhaust but yet I force myself to build exhaust , cause it’s part of the vision , you can’t skip anything in you vision. I also hate polishing , but I like the shine ! Study photos of other builds , ok to steal ideas , build in your mind then achieve your goals. Without pushing you skills to new heights , your build will suffer.  Incorporate at least 2 out of your comfort zone items , it will give it identity and your personal stamp , in return you get a chunk of pride to chew on while out riding your creation ! Each project will present some issues to resolve , then throw a few dream items to complicate the build and your on your way !    

Last few rides have left me thinking it’s time to start a new list for Gen 3 tracker. Gen 1 was predominately R&D/ test n tune , working the bugs out. Big fun still remember the best day of riding in 55 years. Gen 2 evolution continues to get better. Still find room for improvement. Gen 3 Will start with 3rd wiring harness upgrade mod. Eliminate current GPS speedo ,add the $7 Chinese GPS speedo( no option speedo) shows speed only no odometer. Fab an idiot light panel with high beam,turn signals,neutral with something that can be seen in daylight. Might even try some Tomaselli Condor cafe bars on it just to make Dave nervous.  Also considering some Ox Eye turn signals ( on the wide bars ) & eliminate current front turn signals , rear t/s are incorporated into dual tail light. Going for a more streamlined look , only a small mirror , very bare , very narrow except the bars. The lightest version yet. No performance improvements , none needed
maybe repack muffler core. It’s not super light , about 315 lb , but she is built tough , as my daily bike it gets the snot run out of her. No doubt , I love the bike. Named “the Healer” , she heals a troubled mind & soul , all you need is a gallon of gas and some old farm roads. At times I think it may be the only thing saving my sanity !

I had an Aluminum sprocket on my 350 right after I got it.  The standard was 42 tooth steel and I replaced it with a 40 tooth Aluminum .   It was good while it lasted.  Aluminum wears quick !  It lasted about 10,000 miles .

I still had the steel 42 tooth steel , so I put it back on and picked up a 16 front to replace the 15 steel that wore out the 40 tooth aluminum.   So it kept +- the same Higher gear ratio .  

Now I found a Belt Drive system to go on it ... but it only comes in the 15/42 ratio so I'm back to standard gearing ... but it's belt drive now.

The 350 is a little over 18,000 miles now and doing great !
It would be good to have a 250cc companion to go run the Dragon with ?
Deals Gap is only 5 or 6 hours putt-putt ride from my house !

I know where JOG is, but where did Ruttly go?  This fever can't be cured.