There's been some internet banter about Fram's quality. I have been using NAPA 1358 (WIX I believe -Your part number may vary ), still 1/2 price...
If you do it yourself beware the torque required on the new tapered bearings is MUCH less than the stock ball bearings. Like 3 ft/lbs vs. 18...
I agree.. the Puig (touring) is the gem. Unfortunately not available for the 5th gen anymore. I ended up with the ZG ST. Some say "fugly", but...
Looks like you boys had a good ride. I was thinking about you, as I ended up in Squamish. I saw the fresh snow on the mountains to the north and...
You guys have a safe one! Take some pictures
OK, here's where I am on this... I think I will pass on the Duffy Loop. My rear tire is pretty bad, it's 10+ hours with stops and could be...
...workin' on it man...
...ooooooo! Another 5th gen - finally! I'm usually the only non-vtec in the pack. If I get my day parole...I'd like to do the Langley - Abb....
Hey Jeff. I was thinking about a local ride Sunday, 1/2 day type thing. I'm not sure my rear tire has a "duffy loop" left in it.
Here's my hack job. I left some plastic to support the plate, trying to follow the lines of the tail cowl. We have bigger plates to deal with up...
Just a wiggle and tug for the wiring connector. After you get that off with the dust cover you can see the retainer clip. Pivots on one side and...
She's got a lot of miles left in her...enjoy and welcome!
All the best in your recovery borg! Here is a clip from the last video I have before the "shit hit the fan". Not terribly interesting - we...
Hey twowheels - that sounds a little high for the mileage and it needs tires. Not sure where in Canada you are but I think $4200-4400 is more like...
You shouldn't have pressure (or vacuum) in the tank. Check the fuel vent hose for a kink or restriction
The accident was a bitch...I'm glad your relatively OK. We all learned a little more today. It was great to meet a few more local VFRW riders....
Welcome to the forum dakcan! Your question would probably get more knowledgeable replies in the "6th gen" or "mechanics garage" threads....
Welcome Charlie!!
I just don't see the need for a PC on the 5th gen. Mine runs great. Before and after I put a pipe on it. I had a V-strom 1000 before - now...
I'm going to "sign up" officially. I might go over Wed. night and stay at my sister's place in Langford. She live's very close to the Mllstream...
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