Big sidebags and top box mounted high an far back will affect (destroy) steering amd handling. Especially so when loaded (the bags/topbox) or...
The lightest feeling bike I have tried was a RD350 YPVS version. That was a fun little thing to ride. This one weighs half of that. Wow! It must...
Only 71,5kg according to wikipedia - wow!
The Squirrelman - nice :) @squirrelman
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...
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