Left handlebar disassembly
The handlebars are next up for removal. This involves the electrical system a bit earlier than I had hoped, but it's pretty straightforward since it only involves disconnecting stuff. I did the left side yesterday, which controls the headlight/high-beam and horn, plus a brake cable.
It looks like the brake lever and housing can probably be cleaned up and re-used. The handlebar itself is deeply pitted with rust. I found a NOS handlebar online for $44, which will be cheaper (by far) than trying to re-chrome the rusted handlebar. Grips should be easy to find. The mirror is gone but I've already found a replacement.
Tonight I'll try to do the right side of the bar, which includes the front brake and twist throttle.
It looks like the brake lever and housing can probably be cleaned up and re-used. The handlebar itself is deeply pitted with rust. I found a NOS handlebar online for $44, which will be cheaper (by far) than trying to re-chrome the rusted handlebar. Grips should be easy to find. The mirror is gone but I've already found a replacement.
Tonight I'll try to do the right side of the bar, which includes the front brake and twist throttle.
