Hey guys,

First off, I can't say enough about this community. Great people, zero trolling, and an all around great NSR resource.

I'm Dan, currently living in Japan, and have really been getting into two-strokes. I ride an RGV250 VJ21A, and recently picked up an MC18 at an auction. The MC18 has been sitting, but starts. The only real issue with the bike is extensive build-up of rust. Luckily, it's on parts that can be replaced, fairly easy.

For all intents and purposes, this MC18 is a project bike. I bought it with the intentions of taking my time, and seeing what I can achieve. I'm by no means a great rider, much less, a world-renown two-stroke tuner. However, working on my VJ21A, the satisfaction you get when something runs, and looks RETRO, is amazing.

In addition, I want to take advantage of the local parts found in Japan. Unfortunately, there is a fine line between the MC18 and MC21, in terms of aftermarket parts.

The first order of business deals with the triple clamps; the corrosion on both upper and lower are beyond repair. In searching for some, I came across the TYGA Triple Clamps Set. The forks are in decent condition, but I'd like to have caliper and disk brake options later down the line. To be honest, I'd rather sell the stock forks, and upgrade to the NC30 setup, as recommended per the Tuning section of NSR-WORLD!

What I'd like to know is if the inverted setup, RVF4000/NC35, is possible on an MC18. I've seen them done on MC21 and above. What are your thoughts? Any would be greatly appreciated.

Cheers from Japan!
Dan