Motorcycle Mechanics

Buyer beware

Tue, 22 May 2012 12:13:04 -0400

FYI: A few months ago I ordered an Emgo muffler for my old SR500 through Amazon. The web page said it would fit a 1.75 exhaust pipe. It didn't. I returned it. After a short hiatus while busy with ...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

1985 v30 magna starts but wont idle

Tue, 22 May 2012 00:52:58 -0400

This 1985 vf500c magna is my first bike and I bought it as a project bike. I have been able to get the bike to start and respond to the throttle. But I have never been able to get the bike to stay ...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Parts for engine Cagiva 250 cc water-cooled

Wed, 09 May 2012 16:10:34 -0400

I try to fix a motorcycle Enduro Gas Gas. I need to find the shaft and pinion of the engine (which drives the chain). The engine is a Cagiva 250 cc water-cooled dating late 80's. Thank you for some...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Intermittent missing after idling period - Solved.

Wed, 02 May 2012 21:39:17 -0400

Here's a bit of on-topic post. 97 ZX-11. After a short stop at a light, or after initial startup, it sounded as if it was missing one cylinder. Occasionally, after normal road speeds and another ...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Bent throttle needle.

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:16:54 -0400

How dodgy is a VERY slightly bent throttle needle? Once I get a response from the parts supplier, a new needle, emulsion tube & main jet are going on the shopping list anyway - the previous owner ...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Hyosung GA125F 99-06 cruise II.

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 17:02:04 -0400

Was this model ever popular in the USA? Thanks. The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

JR50 FAQ

Sat, 14 Apr 2012 04:14:22 -0400

http://cid-407d7ef0965d3991.skydrive.live.com/browse.aspx/JR50%20Suzuki Frequently Asked Questions -------------------------------- MODELS ====== The Suzuki JR50 was manufactured from 1978 through to...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Tire replacement

Fri, 06 Apr 2012 12:43:29 -0400

This group's been pretty much non-existent over the winter. Maybe this'll get some discussion going. I recently bought a new tire that proved to be defective (extensive sidewall cracks in about 2 ...... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Firing order of a 74 Honda CB350F

Sun, 26 Feb 2012 20:34:19 -0500

I am trying to get this bike put back together but I need to know how the cylinders are numbered. I am guessing 1 is all the way to the left then 2,3 and 4. Just needing to know so I can hook up my...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Must be some kind of 2-smoke.

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 17:34:43 -0500

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Headlight of Osiris

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 00:53:15 -0500

> > illuminator of the underworld < < Oh man, I hate this thing. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Head-light-W3-dual-sport-Honda- motorcycle-dirt-bike-xr-400-650-XL-Fairing- lamp-/320830391792?p...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

SRAM 7sp grip Shimano Deraileur arm.

Thu, 29 Dec 2011 17:08:05 -0500

Was having problems getting 1st gear so tried adjustment - which didn't stay set for long, then noticed the cable outer was frayed at the twistgrip. Replaced cable outer and set the adjusters as sho...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Brake caliper with approx. 75 mm hole distance??

Sun, 25 Dec 2011 12:13:16 -0500

Hello I have an old USD Front fork. The mount for the brake caliper is approximately 75 mm. The fork origins from an Offroad or an endurance bike. Can anyone tell me from wich bike the fork might com...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Re: Fonzie's motorcycle is up for sale. Do you know what the connection is between this mo...

Wed, 12 Oct 2011 13:03:25 -0400

Yes, I did know.... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

sunbeam s8 help

Fri, 30 Sep 2011 13:58:45 -0400

IS THERE ANYONE LIVING IN THE BASILDON AREA THAT CAN GIVE ME SOME SUNBEAM ADVICE. I AM PUTTING TOGETHER A S8 - AND ANY ADVICE OR TIPS WOULD BE APPRECIATED. PLEASE EMAIL THE WIFE EMAIL PAMHAGGER1@MSN...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

looking for an original mechanical brake drum for 1957 panhead harley part: 41400-37

Mon, 26 Sep 2011 22:11:26 -0400

Looking for an original brake drum for this bike, any advice on where to find would be greatly appreciated ..The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Highest % Berryhills to clean out CV carbs

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 18:49:59 -0400

'87 CBR600, 20k nursed city miles. I had a bad problem with clogged carbs some years ago after a long winter. Meticulously disassembled and cleaned carbs. Much better, but still a little lo-speed mis...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Re: Rebbe's Riders, Hasidic bikers.

Tue, 06 Sep 2011 07:41:09 -0400

ove ed What next?... The post has 9 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Must be best grips in the world

Thu, 01 Sep 2011 22:26:53 -0400

I'd sure like to get my hands on these.... The post has 20 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Re: Cognitive dissonance

Tue, 30 Aug 2011 08:28:38 -0400

What many never seem to understand is the brake pads that work for me and mine do fuck all for you. 8)... The post has 35 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Re: Mr. Bean Wrecks A Supercar - 1 of 65!!!

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 15:19:09 -0400

Gee you sure spamalot for your craigboyce site...all the more reason to ignore you. You don't ride so you don't matter...as a matter of fact anyone who doesn't ride doesn't matter.... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

oddball problem

Sun, 07 Aug 2011 14:20:03 -0400

I've written here before about various problems with my old (and beloved) '78 SR500. Lately it's developed an odd habit. If I let it sit for a few days, it still starts up fine, but dies in about...... The post has 40 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

SPOT recall

Fri, 29 Jul 2011 08:45:07 -0400

I know some on this group are using SPOT tracking devices. You may want to be aware of this: Spot Recalls Satellite Communicator Due To Loss of Emergency Communications Capability (Consumer Product ...... The post has 7 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Progress on the Ancient Kawasaki KZ550, thanks Toggie.

Tue, 12 Jul 2011 22:52:48 -0400

The Toggster insisted that I rebuild the carbs, I got disgusted and put it away for six months. The TK carbs are the most over-engineered, counter intuitive, intentionally complex pieces I have ever ...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Re: 4095 Solution manuals and Test banks to Math, Statistics and Probability Books - part1

Wed, 06 Jul 2011 18:05:00 -0400

This crap is being posted from or through a website in Lima Peru. I suspect Rod's computer has been taken over by aliens :-). -- Intelligence is an experiment that failed - G. B. ShawThe post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

SR500 oil temp

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 22:04:58 -0400

I commented in a post a while back that the oil temperature gauge on my SR500 normally ran about 150 degrees. Someone said that didn't appear to be likely and suggested that my gauge was faulty. T...... The post has 4 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

S'Mee is that you?

Fri, 01 Jul 2011 19:38:51 -0400

The term feral reads like your work.... The post has 10 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Will this tire fit question... 74 CB350F

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 20:44:22 -0400

I just picked up a project bike and I was looking for tires and was having some trouble finding ones that would fit. Will a 100/90 18 tire fit on a 3.25 18 front rim safely and also a 110/90 18 tir...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

SR500 valve adjustment

Mon, 20 Jun 2011 12:45:44 -0400

When I bought my SR (in 1984 no less) it had already been modified with a cam and piston from White Brothers. For a long time I had capable mechanics handle tuneups for me. They all told me the val...... The post has 15 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

'79 CB650 carb jetting

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 12:14:00 -0400

I have what seems to be a common problem with CB650s where you have to use the choke for a good while before you can expect it to idle properly. I have to choke it for about 6 miles before I can co...... The post has 30 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Error: re: NV Pastor killed in motorcyle incident.

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 18:38:28 -0400

That name Byrd bothered me. I finally found local paper with picture. http://potomaclocal.com/news/dale-city/motorcycle-hits-tree-kills-driver/ I apologize for my error. (I wonder if the late Pastor ...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

N.VA Pastor killed in motorcyle accident.

Wed, 01 Jun 2011 08:25:51 -0400

http://www.washingtonpost.com/blogs/crime-scene/post/nva-pastor-killed-in-motorcycle-crash/2011/05/31/AGCuONFH_blog.html The name of the deceased indicates that he was a groid.... The post has 15 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

bypass neutral switch on old wing

Mon, 23 May 2011 15:50:21 -0400

Would someone please tell me exactly how I bypass my neutral switch so I can start my 76 Goldwing? ... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Re: Adapting a shaft-drive swingarm for chain

Mon, 23 May 2011 00:27:04 -0400

Can't visualize that... the distance between sprocket teeth and axle makes no difference. The shaft drive put bending forces on the swingarm, just like a disk brake caliper, or drum backing plate ...... The post has 1 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

$29.95 hid kit / 3 year warranty

Mon, 16 May 2011 14:51:50 -0400

Introducing the Besthids.com Mid Sized HID kit. Besthids.com feature RTC brand HID Kits, so you know your getting the best in the industry. Our HID kits are nearly bulletproof; bringing reliability a...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Re: Ideas needed for a motor

Fri, 29 Apr 2011 10:35:54 -0400

Forget all these opium dreams, sell all your junk for whatever you can get for it, and buy a big bore Japanese motorcycle that's already equipped with a side car. Better yet, forget the seas...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Re: Modify a BMW airhead?

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 09:05:23 -0400

Anything is possible. All you have to do is pull the camshaft out, saw it in half, rotate the halves to achieve the firing order you want, and weld them back together. http://www.bikebandit.com/197...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Motorcycle deaths drop but concerns remain

Tue, 19 Apr 2011 08:53:08 -0400

http://hosted.ap.org/dynamic/stories/U/US_MOTORCYCLE_DEATHS?SITE=FLTAM&SECTION=US... The post has 12 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Wimpy horns

Sat, 16 Apr 2011 12:12:56 -0400

Do all Suzuki 1400's have wimpy horns? My 1996 does. Just replaced it with an OOGA horn. -- If your doctor isn't taking new patients, he ain't curing any of them.... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Headers

Sun, 10 Apr 2011 15:45:56 -0400

Why are my chrome headers turning a nice golden color where they connect to the engine for about 8 inches? 1996 Suzuki 1400. -- All is as it is.... The post has 33 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

GPZ600R Won't Start - Compression Issue

Thu, 07 Apr 2011 18:55:22 -0400

Hi. I have a 1985 GPZ600R that doesn=92t want to start. I put it away just before Xmas and it wouldn=92t start again in January. I have charged the battery, put a backup one in parallel, cleaned out ...... The post has 58 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Re: And now for my next scheme

Sat, 02 Apr 2011 08:36:52 -0400

Kinky... Define major hurts. What kind of futzing? How good are you with a torch and welding equipment? Have dirt track in the area? Talk to some of the guys find out where a good fabricator is. 8)...... The post has 3 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Re: Rebuilding a BMW basket case

Wed, 23 Mar 2011 20:19:40 -0400

First thing is drag your bawlz out of that wheel barrow you haul them in. Then join BMWOA and pick the brains of the smart people. YOU CAN DO IT! btw what happened to the Dneper?The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

FA: Various manuals

Sun, 13 Mar 2011 08:11:46 -0400

Following the closure of the Motorcycle Maintenance Workshop and recognising that we are no longer doing this from home either, we're auctioning off the collection of bike manuals. Most of these g...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

Shorai Lithium Iron Phosphate battery

Sat, 29 Jan 2011 22:10:17 -0500

Has anybody tried a Shorai lithium iron phosphate battery? The technology is not new and works pretty well in electric vehicle applications. The manufacturer website is: http://www.shoraipower.com/...... The post has 2 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

1982 CBX550 starter motor.

Sun, 09 Jan 2011 11:56:38 -0500

Does anyone know where to look for an exploded view diagram of the 82 CBX550 starter motor? Google seemed to be broken when I tried searching for one! ... The post has 6 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

UKRM.

Mon, 20 Dec 2010 13:04:45 -0500

Anyone know if there's a problem with UKRM? I tried posting about an hour ago and it never showed, then I noticed the most recent post on there is from the 18th. Normally I use Outlook Express but I...The post does not have replies yet. Start the discussion here

primary/secondary brake shoe question

Sat, 11 Dec 2010 12:06:47 -0500

I just bought a pair of EBC shoes for a single leading shoe drum brake. Looking at the two shoes, they're identical except for the position of the pad material on the shoe. One one shoe, the pad mate...... The post has 27 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Tube Or Tubeless?

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 06:08:44 -0500

Strictly from a safety standpoint, with no other attributes considered, which is safest...riding on tubeless tires or tires with a tube? I'm talking about a street bike where cruising speed would no...... The post has 27 replies so far. Read more and discuss here

Do four valve singles use a "longer head pipe" on one port to help scavenge the other exha...

Wed, 01 Dec 2010 11:27:23 -0500

and so on back and forth if you follow my drift? I've noticed two things about hot new 250/450 4 valve/cylinder four stroke (with 450's running way over 100HP/liter or 60hp from only 450cc's) single...... The post has 8 replies so far. Read more and discuss here