K750Workshop

Welcome to my journey of bringing a forgotten Soviet-era Dnepr K750 motorcycle back to life. This bike, once gathering dust and rust in an old shed for over two decades, has a story worth telling—and I'm here to share every twist, turn, and tool mark along the way. What began as a simple restoration project has become a full-fledged adventure in mechanics, history, and a bit of madness. Follow along as I battle rust, hunt down rare parts, and navigate the unexpected challenges of reviving a piece of history. Together, we’ll see this classic machine roar down the road once more!

Facing Challenges: The Sidecar and Fuel Tank Dilemma

October 17, 2024•388 words

October 12, 2024 (Saturday) Today, I took a closer look at the bike and realized that a significant amount of water had pooled in the sidecar from yesterday's pressure washing. It wasn’t draining out on its own. I attempted to remove the sidecar, but one of the mounting bolts kept spinning, and without the proper tools, I couldn’t get it loose. My second attempt involved detaching the sidecar frame from the bike itself. I ended up tipping the sidecar on its side to let the excess water drain ou...

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Restoring the Past: The First Day with the K750

October 17, 2024•134 words

October 11, 2024 (Friday) Today, after more than 20 years, the motorcycle was finally pulled out of a shed and given a thorough pressure wash. It looked a lot worse than I had anticipated—faded paint, rat droppings, foul-smelling grime, rust, and more. The good news is that I also found a new (possibly?) sidecar, an engine, and some spare parts. Another piece of good news is that the tires held air, and I could easily roll the bike back and forth. The gears seemed to function normally, and the...

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