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Sam Peterson’s T500 Mk-III |
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“I bought it in about 98 and it was a complete basket case. I think it had been around Australia 5 times, the electrics had caught fire and then it was left out in the weather for a couple of years before I bought it. The parts were either very worn, crispy black or rusty brown – often all three. But it was a T500 and a MkIII at that so I just had to have it! I was lucky enough to make contact with someone who was restoring a Cobra and who had to move house. After a little haggling, I got his spares (more or less a whole machine – thanks Andrew!) which saved the day. I’m still chasing the tank rack, the front mudguard stays, and a few other bits. One day I’ll restore it to original but for now it’s just a blast to ride one again.
Sam Peterson Brisbane Qld”
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