Duster_360
Well-Known Member
I've had much better luck with left handed drill bits and it's game over if you break off an extractor in the broken bolt.
Helicoils have saved me more than once!
Helicoils have saved me more than once!
What did you do to your Non-FZ1 motorcycle today.
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MrHix
Well-Known Member
Put a new Pirelli Scorpion Pro on the front of my 2007 KTM/TR 320 XCF-W and found out that I have to replace the GPS power cable AGAIN. At least Garmin is sending one to me for free.
Cheers,
MrHix
Cheers,
MrHix
pilot8127
Wizard
The Suzook
Today, I changed the oil and filter on the Burgman 650. While I had the filter off I gained access to the two retaining bolts that secure the side stand safety switch.
I hate the switch. It won't allow the engine to start or run when down. Of course, that mean's you can't warm the engine up unless you use the center stand.
I removed the switch body after unplugging it and wired in a removable 'by-pass' plug to complete the connection. Works great !! And yes, I use the parking brake anytime I use the side stand. With no neutral and as easily as these babies roll, using the PB will prevent most problems. . . .. I hope !!
Refilled with my favorite . . . . Mobli 1 full synthetic 10w-40 Racing T motorcycle oil and a K&N 138. I simple LOVE that 17mm nut welded on the end. Sure makes a filter change sooooo much easier !! :tup:
Next, I plan to install a seperate 12V socket for my GPS. If it rains tomorrow , , ,, , I will get 'er done . . . .
Today, I changed the oil and filter on the Burgman 650. While I had the filter off I gained access to the two retaining bolts that secure the side stand safety switch.
I hate the switch. It won't allow the engine to start or run when down. Of course, that mean's you can't warm the engine up unless you use the center stand.
I removed the switch body after unplugging it and wired in a removable 'by-pass' plug to complete the connection. Works great !! And yes, I use the parking brake anytime I use the side stand. With no neutral and as easily as these babies roll, using the PB will prevent most problems. . . .. I hope !!
Refilled with my favorite . . . . Mobli 1 full synthetic 10w-40 Racing T motorcycle oil and a K&N 138. I simple LOVE that 17mm nut welded on the end. Sure makes a filter change sooooo much easier !! :tup:
Next, I plan to install a seperate 12V socket for my GPS. If it rains tomorrow , , ,, , I will get 'er done . . . .
johnnyontherocks
The Cosmic Avenger
The ZX6R received some woodcraft rearsets.
Heres some with the 2Bros I recently added along with he bigger sister.
On the way a Ohlins damper via someone incorrectly pricing thier buy it now on ebay.
Also for the Hawk some big changes coming. Heres whats on the way. Full racetech springs and valving, braided lines front and rear, installation of rearsets and a Penske 8900. She going to be a back road terrorist.
Heres some with the 2Bros I recently added along with he bigger sister.
On the way a Ohlins damper via someone incorrectly pricing thier buy it now on ebay.
Also for the Hawk some big changes coming. Heres whats on the way. Full racetech springs and valving, braided lines front and rear, installation of rearsets and a Penske 8900. She going to be a back road terrorist.
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FZ1riderNY
Moderator
SWEET!!!!!! :tup:
jlewis02
Moderator
Rode the bike 300 miles now and its getting better every time I ride it.
Will have a build thread in the future.
Got a few things on order and when they get put on I will make a better vid
[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MngmoE094_k&list=UU15hWZ0XeuGjKlilD6tJ2wQ&index=1&feature=plcp]Turbo zx14 gopro 2 test - YouTube[/ame]
Will have a build thread in the future.
Got a few things on order and when they get put on I will make a better vid
[ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MngmoE094_k&list=UU15hWZ0XeuGjKlilD6tJ2wQ&index=1&feature=plcp]Turbo zx14 gopro 2 test - YouTube[/ame]
DenArnold
Wizard
Hi Jlewis, did you mount the hero2 cam with the suction mount on the side fairing? or how did you mount it...can you show a picture?
FZ1riderNY
Moderator
What did I do? I ACTUALLY RODE IT!!!! Finally got her out on the road and went to work this morning. She ran flawlessly as expected. No leaks, rattles, shakes, etc. Just smooth sailing for a whopping 7 miles!!! Walked into work with a giant grin on my face! The ride home will undoubtedly take a bit longer!:evillaugh:
johnnyontherocks
The Cosmic Avenger
J that rode is so srtaight the bike seems like it slow. I love your "computer generated" disclaimer.
Hellgate
Wizard
Got the T back from it's 600 mile service yesterday. We set the sag and damping. Maybe today I can try out all 12,500 rpms!
Track day tomorrow at Harris Hill Road. First one of the season. It's a small course so it will be a good one to get back in the groove, and finish sorting the bike. I see a big nap in my future come Sunday.
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Track day tomorrow at Harris Hill Road. First one of the season. It's a small course so it will be a good one to get back in the groove, and finish sorting the bike. I see a big nap in my future come Sunday.
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NJFZ1
Moderator
Glad to hear there were no issues. You're going to have a blast when you get a chance to finally hit Bear Mtn with it
FZ1riderNY
Moderator
Glad to hear there were no issues. You're going to have a blast when you get a chance to finally hit Bear Mtn with it
That would be SUNDAY!!!!!! WooHoo!!!!!
Bogie
Wizard
Put on the Boulevard Windscreen tonight and got my new key blank cut.
V&H Big Radius 2 into 1 and PC V go on the bike this weekend.
V&H Big Radius 2 into 1 and PC V go on the bike this weekend.
johnnyontherocks
The Cosmic Avenger
Bogie, you've fallen head over heals for that Boulevard haven't you
Bogie
Wizard
Psss....It's a Raider. The windscreen is the Boulevard. :evillaugh:
And yes I do like this bike. Still gonna add a FZ1 to the stable when money allows but for now this is a fun fun ride.
johnnyontherocks
The Cosmic Avenger
My Bad:disturbed
Bogie
Wizard
It's all good Johnny!! :rofl:
Oldschool
Moderator
Got it dirty and took it through a mile of hell
These are "adventure bikes", right?
"Road May be impassable, ....for some!"
"We made it"
Some kids going through what we just slogged through.
These are "adventure bikes", right?
"Road May be impassable, ....for some!"
"We made it"
Some kids going through what we just slogged through.
FZ1riderNY
Moderator
It's amazing that there is still snow on the ground, yet the kids on the quad are all wearing cut-off tees.
Oldschool
Moderator
The girl driving was about 20, and really nice looking, and covered in mud. Either her, or the younger brunette (also nice looking) had smeared the mud to look like war paint on her face. I should have taken a picture, it was priceless. I could not help but think "what a woman".
It was still fairly cool, but the lane was very shaded, probably doesn't see very much direct sunlight. There will be snow and Ice for a while yet. The stuff was solid still.