APuchalypse Now

 
Sparck Moto: Started prepping the ammo can to use as a panier and electrical box. I have another but I'm still deciding if I want to use both. I'm toying with the idea of putting a jerry can on the opposite side. Got some paint on the suspension uppers, freewheel, and speedo housing. Plastidip on the fork lowers.

 
Sparck Moto: Got some treats in the mail today. New 50cc high comp kit with carb and pipe.

 
Sparck Moto: Got all the parts piled up by color so I know what goes where when I send it off for powder coating. Engine cases cracked open and I have a rusty crank. :(

 
Sparck Moto: Current plans are are some tires that can handle a little bit of offroad action, upgraded eletrical, and some engine upgrades to get some additional speed and power. I have a 50cc high compression kit (including pipe and carb) on the way from treatland, along with some new cables and an assortment of jets. I haven't pulled the trigger on the CDI setup yet, but I will as soon as I get some more cash. I'm converting to 6V DC to allow the use of LED lights and I plan to install a battery back and make the headlights removable so that the lighting can do its duty for the bike and for the rider. I have some old ammo boxes that will be mounted on the back and maybe some soft bags up front.

 
Sparck Moto: So last summer I picked up a CT90 for $250 and the seller tossed in a Puch Maxi for an extra $6. It's been sitting in my shop for little over a year now. A week or two ago, my Mrs was reading up on the earthquake we're supposed to be getting in the PNW sometime in the next few decades. It's supposed to be a big one. Huge tsunami, no electricity for days, etc. We're not really "preppers", but we don't like to be caught unawares, either. Lemme take a step back for a second... My wife hates everything with two wheels with a passion. She's convinced herself that motorcycles are going to be the death of my and leave her raising the children alone. She really doesn't even like bicycles that much. You can imagine my surprise when she says to me last week, "You need to get that moped running and teach me how to use it. You know, in case that earthquake hits and the roads won't work for the cars." So, as a firm believer in the magical power of gateway drugs, I decided to make this thing a priority and get her onto two wheels. Not going to go too crazy on this one. Some basic engine mods and maybe an electronic ignition along with new offroad tires and some paniers. We'll see how it goes... Here's how she looked when I brought her home and how she looks after three hours of work this afternoon.