Recommend a mechanic for a Timing belt on a ST1100 Pan European?

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Hi Folks,

Can anyone recommend a good mechanic to do a timing belt replacement on a ST1100 Pan European on the South side of Dublin? The bike is a 2001 with only 19000 miles on it but I am pretty sure it has never been done. My mechanic told me he wouldn't even entertain the idea and didn't know anyone who would.
Any help would be appreciated
Thanks.

two wheels good

It can't be that difficult. It's a belt not a chain. Easier than valve clearance adjustment on most 4 cyl bikes I'd say.
The worst part may be removing and storing all the plastic! You could make a start by spraying some penetrating fluid on the crucial bolts - radiator, headers, front cover.
(Sorry, don't know any mechanics up there)

GBX

Give Gem Motorcycles in Donnybrook a shout. Dave is great there. Used them a few times.
http://gemmotorcycleworkshop.com/

Cienciano

I always go to Robbie in mototechnic.ie, he specialises in Italian bikes, but does everything. He's near the KCR if that's any good to you. You can always give him a call and ask, sound guy

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Cienciano wrote: »

I always go to Robbie in mototechnic.ie, he specialises in Italian bikes, but does everything. He's near the KCR if that's any good to you. You can always give him a call and ask, sound guy

Thanks for that. I usually go to Robbie but will have to try elsewhere for this. 🙂

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GBX wrote: »

Give Gem Motorcycles in Donnybrook a shout. Dave is great there. Used them a few times.
http://gemmotorcycleworkshop.com/

I'll give them a shout and see what happens. Any idea how much a job like this costs? I know the rough price for a car but the motorbike is a different animal. 🙂

UrbanFret

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UrbanFret wrote: »

What does "ðŸ™" mean ?

Didn't think it mattered but it is a mangled emoji for some reason. Suppose to be
Seems to happen when posting on the phone.

Hotblack Desiato

FWIW the ST1100 engine was designed, allegedly, by Honda Car division not Honda Bike. Not many bikes have cam belts. A car mechanic with experience of Civics etc. might be able to help you but take all the plastics away first.