Thanks, everyone!! Couldn't have gotten through it without your answers and suggestions. Thanks for taking the time. I guess I'll assemble...
So does it sound like they're within spec? Would they only be out of spec if the .127mm (.006") leaf didn't fit (on the tight side of the...
Finally got done checking all the valves, a job I started yesterday. I think it's taken me around 12 hours to check them and remove the cam...
Thanks, Joey!!
No, because you didn't explain it properly! ;) No I didn't. But, I plan on doing it on the front head. Another confusing thing is that the...
I'm in the middle of a valve check/adjustment on my 5th gen. I don't have the data in front of me, but a lot of the valves were out of spec. So, I...
Imagine Tiger's temptations: the most gorgeous women of the world throwing themselves at him. I'm not talking about maybes, but nines and tens...
Oops! My bad. Good catch, RC.
what's an artic lorrie? And, welcome to the site.
He asked if there was another way to tell, so we steered him in a better direction because that sticker is crap. Checking the sag, per the manual,...
As was stated before: new tires (may I recommend Pilot Powers?), suspension rebuild (new oil, seals, and possibly springs for your weight), and...
Hey, if you can use KBB to your benefit, it's smart. They won't budge if they don't have to, so don't feel bad about being shrewd. Shrewd does not...
Check the manual. You should have around an inch of slack, I think. If you don't have a manual, you can download it from this site. It's in the...
Welcome to the forum, and congrats on the fine purchase. As others have stated, you got the deal of the century. Since you've had so many bikes...
Nice review.
Blue Book isn't necessarily an accurate gauge for market prices. It depends on the supply and the demand in your area. Although, KBB is a good...
Thanks guys!!!!
Anyone else notice the manual missing pages 8-9 through 8-11: camshaft disassembly? Also, the lower half of page 8-8 is missing. I'm trying to...
Thanks, NCB. I've never removed the disks, and I don't think the PO did either, so I'll reinstall them with some blue loctite and call it a day....
In studying the service manual, I noticed that it recommends replacement of all the brake disk mounting bolts. To me, this sounds a bit wasteful,...
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