Happy new old bike day. Sounds like a good deal - even considering the condition of the tank. Considering the opening in the fairing garnment I...
Whats the purpose ?
The fact that you are writing this tells that the outcome could have been worse. I didn't know that sad chapter of the VFR story. I feel happy...
Nice story. Beware of salt on the roads! It takes its toll on ... Everything.
Som helmet discussions here https://helmetreviews.org/quietest-motorcycle-helmets/ One difficult parameter is the fit.
Last time I looked for a helmet I considered that. Share your experience with the Air system. My challenge with helmets is the shape. Most helmets...
Hi KneeJerk. Welcome.
I never heard that adding 2-stroke oil to the fuel should do good in a 4-stroke. Maybe ask your tech to explain the actual reason and why the...
A guess: If new bolts come with the thread prepared with something to lock the thread (locktite or similar) that could be one reason.
Were they ever ?
They are also in the thread where you asked the first time. Links in the post just above yours :)
+1 in that club. As long as the personal injury is just on your pride .... Crash bars or crash pads are smart though and can save a lot on the...
Nice. Besides remembering how fascinating I found them in their epoch I am impressed everytime I see a bike this age in such an apparent clean...
There may be a few good reasons such as compensation for thermal contraction between materials, or avoidance of galvanic corrosion on the wheel hub.
I was asking a wrong question. What I meant was: Did you try to push start it ?
Strange whining sound, loud clunk and no resistance when you attempt jumpstart (did you engauge e.g. 2nd gear in the attempt?) and no...
It could be the mechanical clutch between the starter and the crankshaft. Are you able to jump start it ?
If this "jumping" described sounds like loosing a firing here and there it might be bad sync'ed carbs. Leaks in the intake system effect idle more...
A bit GPz'ish, aint it? :)
Happy old bike day :) There are several good threads here about carb work. Apparently newer unleaded fuel degenerates quickly leaving a mess...
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