Kawasaki Concours Forum
The C10, aka Kawasaki Concours - The Original => The Bike - C10 => Topic started by: norcalbarney on May 11, 2011, 01:00:54 PM
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Um... First Post, noobs!!!
I pulled the cams from my parts bike to send to SiSF for the Torque regrind. I also pulled my spare carb bowls for SiSF's overflow tube treatment. Then I did the "original-original" two minute mod by stuffing an old dish sponge in the right side of the air intakes on the airbox, covering 2/3 of the right side.
The bike is less "bucky" and smoother on decelleration/roll-offs. I'm also getting the 2MM rejetting kit from SiSF, so I should have a "forum-compliant" C-10 pretty soon.
Ahhh! This is the C-14 forum! Ahhh! :o
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I rode mine to work.
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Petted it
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I fed her 93 octane Shell V-Power. She's purring like a kitten.
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Flashed the Trim values from the Auto-Tune on the pesky fuel-injection system after my last 800 mile plus ride. ;)
Sure beats pulling carbs.I do still have a ZED to tinker with though. 8)
(http://i378.photobucket.com/albums/oo227/shotgun_bucket/ZZR1200%20Track%20Bike/cid__0418111046.jpg)
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Nothing much today, but ordered a VStream shield and new Michelin PR3 for the front on Monday and should have it all in / installed for the weekend!
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Looked at LVL handlebar kits. Probably going to get.
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(sorry for the repost. I got tricked into the C-14 forums, somehow.... : )
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Yes, we have a habit of trapping unsuspecting riders into having the time of their lives....
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Pretty much the same as every day; rode it. ;D
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Just added HVMP extra-heavy bar end weights. A 55W HID kit is also on it's way in the mail. I just found myself searching for a Mean Streak wheel for some reason too..........
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I just moved this over but things are still squirrely....have patience.
Jim
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I don't want to do this again I might break something else.
Jack
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I put a deposit down on a new on Mmmmmmmm
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This is what I did last night ...... getting ready to restore and repaint it Kawasaki green. Plus a whole lot of mods. Give me a few weeks (months) and it will be done. More pictures to follow. I'll start a new thread.
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getting ready to restore and repaint it Kawasaki green
Are you doing the prep and painting yourself?
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Nothing today, but yesterday I put the Corbin on and installed the bar risers Ive had in the box since I bought it. Really should have put those on sooner!
Tomorrow Im going to check the engine mounting bolts and possibly install the highway pegs the PO also removed but included when I bought the bike...
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This is what I did last night ...... getting ready to restore and repaint it Kawasaki green. Plus a whole lot of mods. Give me a few weeks (months) and it will be done. More pictures to follow. I'll start a new thread.
I can't wait to see a Kawi Green Connie! Is this the first? I don't think I've seen any on http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/the_kawasaki_concours (http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/the_kawasaki_concours).
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I put it up for sale !
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Fed it and rode it.
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I fed her 93 octane Shell V-Power. She's purring like a kitten.
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I've been having a problem finding good premium gas, I'm thinking with the price of gas most people are steering away from the pricey high test and it's sitting in the storage tanks and going bad.
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I can't wait to see a Kawi Green Connie! Is this the first? I don't think I've seen any on http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/the_kawasaki_concours (http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/the_kawasaki_concours).
Here ya go, Barney.
http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/image/1612941 (http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/image/1612941)
There, got my first post in.
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Tank Epoxy, new air filter, plugs, caps, and wires!
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Went grocery shopping on the Conk after work.
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I can't wait to see a Kawi Green Connie! Is this the first? I don't think I've seen any on http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/the_kawasaki_concours (http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/the_kawasaki_concours).
Here ya go, Barney.
http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/image/1612941 (http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/image/1612941)
There, got my first post in.
Here's a few more Green Connies I found :
http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/image/26408520 (http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/image/26408520)
http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/image/32981672 (http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/image/32981672)
http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/image/48899120 (http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/image/48899120)
http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/image/54492463 (http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/image/54492463)
BTW, my name's Matthew Bennett, y'all. Norcal Barney is a self-depricating name. A Barney is someone who acts like a surfer, but can't surf. Max Schaaf of 4Q Customs made up the name, and I kinda stole it without permission.
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Rode her like I owned her. ;D
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Plugged in Battery tender while waitng for final paint on upper faring this Sat...I hope!... I know it will painted, not sure about the final part.
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Gave her a quick rinse to get the worst of the pollen off it. She began to look like the Kawi Green and she's got her natural 2006 dark blue.
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Sent my carbs on vacation. Order a spin-on oil filter kit from Murph.
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Started on the rewiring of the butchered handlebar switches.
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Washed her. Dried her, then put a new, VStream, windshield on her. Then I took a nice long ride up and down the coast with some friends today. I added about 250 miles to her today. What I great day!!!
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Bought a pair of Stebel TM80 Hi/Lo horns and a wiring harness to replace the wimpy "meep-meep" sounding stocker.
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Replaced a broken driving light. Dropped off my zx-9 axle so my machinist friend can make the center spacer for the meanie front wheel. Ordered the stem seals. Cleaned the zx9 front fender.
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Rode to the PO and picked up my 7th Gear from SISF.
Centered it in the garage when I finished my last low-gear ride .... tomorrow the high-gear gets installed 8)
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Nothing, except still fixing the weird crap the PO did. So far? Removed the ONE peg lowerer that was installed, fixed the "fairing rattle" that was actually just two missing screws, and tomorrow I'm taking a stupid throttle lock off. I hate throttle locks.
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I didn't do too much. just wiped the pollen off her for the 3rd time this week. I plan on putting KMW emblems on later today.
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Hopped on The Beast to ride to work, but the bars wouldn't turn. Noticed the front brake level was bent, then I noticed the gas and oil on the ground, and the pavement on the peg. Someone dropped my bike, and the steering lock is half-locked. Bars only turn half way, so I can only turn left...
But it was Bike to Work day, and it's a beautiful day in SF, so I rode my bicycle.
Wondering about swapping top-triple trees vs. just swapping the ignition. I've got a nice parts bike... Cheers!
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To those asking about my soon to be green Connie, I'm doing the work myself (i'm pretty well qualified to do it). My dad passed away on April 29th from ALS. This was his bike and I think it would be fitting to restore it back to it's glory days or better. He bought it in '91. I'll start a new thread soon if you care to follow it. Yes, I've taken a few pictures along the way so far.
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Cleaned all of he bugs off the shield and fairing from my ride last night.
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Said good morning to my 06 and gave it a :-* on the tank this morning before I walked to work (only 20 yards away) ;)
Will do the same tonight before I go to bed. Wife says the bike gets more affection than her but then again, the bike only needs infrequent servicing :-X
I really must get out more and/or get a life outside the Connie kingdom ;D
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Piteously mourned the fact that I can't ride because of a detached retina.
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Piteously mourned the fact that I can't ride because of a detached retina.
But don't you still have one good eye??
Take care of that bad eye, it'll heal up fast enough..
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Tried to start it...of course it didn't start. This bike is synonomous with Chrysler.
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Started her, revved her up,covered her up and closed the garage! Stinkin rain.
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Put about 120 miles on it today. Took a few pictures. This is my first sport bike, and so far I like it. Just one question... do those bead seats really work?
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@YoDoc, I bought a seat cover from BeadRider.com and it helped me a lot. I know some guys don't like the way it feels, but for me it helps keep me going for hours without seat issues.
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Had not seen her for three days . I was out of town with my daughter visiting colleges in CA. But will be back to riding her to work and home 114 miles a day.
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Ordered the last parts I needed for the Great Motorcycle Trip: new lid for my E460 topcase; and an alaska sheepskin buttpad. Now I just have to put the front end together, and I'm ready!
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I took her out so she could get some fresh air :D
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I didn't do anything to my connie today, because I was busy working on carbs for 2 other guys connies ;D Steve
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Looked all over the shop for the machined ready to fit zx9 top triple tree, for the zx9 fork mod, and couldn't find it.
I have a bad feeling about this...
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Rode to the 4th Annaul Jeep go topless day here in NH. Most of the Jeep owners wimped out and had their tops on due to the threat of rain. Had the distinct of being the only bike there, but did not try to take her on the trails they were doing on the jeeps. The field that was the parking lot was enough of an off road experience for me. I officially have my first 1000 miles on the bike since buying her 2 weeks ago. I still grin under the helmet when I ride.
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Gassed her, rode her to the package store, and enjoyed the new Givi E52 trunk.
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Replaced left front brake caliper and fluid.
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Today she gets a wash and wax to be ready for Monday commute. :'(
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Today she gets a wash and wax to be ready for Monday commute. :'(
Mine's getting half that treatment... It's raining!
I did just install a dual-band ham radio on her. And an oil change and a SPOOFAK. Once the rain passes today, I've got to do a few little things to finish getting ready for the NorthEast Spring Fling.
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What did I do? I rode the snot out of her going to work. Scared a few children and small animals along the way. ;D The power this thing makes after SISF's cam gear and 2 min. mod jet kit along with the baffle-ectomy is addicting. Its like it MAKES my right wrist "snap". When I told a friend of mine that it would now pull the front wheel just by snapping the throttle he was a little skeptical..... so I proved it to him..... twice..... ;D. Thanks again Steve for a great combination/bang for the buck.
Woody
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:thumbs: Rode her to work for the first time since October 2010 !!!! :thumbs:
Since being parked over hydrolock concerns, which turned out to be false, the bike has had the carbs 'SISF'-treated for overflow tubes, jets, and 2-minute kit. Fairing gouges filled in with 'icing', sanded, painted, and clearcoated. Exhaust valves just replaced. Fairing repaired again after trial ride home discovered cracks in fairing.
Yesterday was spent in Madison, WI, watching last daughter graduate from UW-Mad-town. Yay, Anna!
Stayed up last night/this morning to get fairing repaired/repainted/reassembled. Got the fairing on by myself at Midnight. Finished with plastics, hoses, gas tank, farkles, dropped fairing nuts, windshield and all, by 330CST.
Two hours of sleep. Get up and ride to work, 40 sunny, breezy miles at 40 degrees F. 'Speed and Strength' layered gear kept me warm, plus the Connie's built-in heater. :)
Still Grinnin', We're Winnin' !!!
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Let her kill a bunch of bugs with her windshield ;D
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The saturday before the site crashed. I changed the forks from my 1988s to 2004, 1998 brakes, fender and rotors, new pads. Changed the wheel to a 1991 ZR6D 17" Put on a michelin PR3 120/70 17". Installed a SOOFK Changed the oil. Changed Plugs. Set valve clearence six were tight .003. Relocated the overflow tank. Installed a fuse block on the right side of the battery box. While tightening the axle I broke the speedometer drive gear. I checked to make sure the notch was lined up but it must have moved and the stress split it in two.Today the new one came from Ron Ayers, I put the front end together. Changed the fluid in the brakes and clutch mastercylinders and bled them, the clutch was the worst. If the rain stops I'll take it out tommorow.
Jack
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Rode her to lunch, to the post office, and to the grocery store, where I loaded her down with 5 bags of groceries, including a gallon of milk! Have I said enough about how much more I like this bike than my old naked standard?
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I got her back into her daily 114 mile commute.
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I almost wish I had a commute. I've got a break between school terms here, and I WAS looking forward to it until it got here. Wife and kids are at school all day, and I've got nothing to do but ride and smile all day... how boring. :)
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Changed the gear oil, then took her for a 65 mile ride. :D
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Arrived home Saturday morning after night shift and crashed. In the afternoon over my 'morning coffee', decided to change the oil, so I pulled the lowers, warmed her
up and pulled the drain plugs, then the filter. Rifled through the garage until I found my last stashed filter from a deal a few years back, and replaced it. But, I realized
that I must have thrown out the washer between the spring and filter during the last change, so I searched for the washer size in the Clymers, no good. I posted a
request on this site, and T Cro supplied me with the info I needed, so off to the store I went. After the ride back, I sat on the ground piecing the filter assy together,
and I realized that I bought Bergman's Spoofak 1.5 yrs ago, and was waiting to run out of filters to install it. I looked at the filter in my hand and said "Nah", that's it.
Spoofak is now installed with a NAPA shortie plus a new KN air filter, and all is well in the kingdom. Next oil change will be much simpler!!
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Arrived home Saturday morning after night shift and crashed. In the afternoon over my 'morning coffee', decided to change the oil, so I pulled the lowers, warmed her
up and pulled the drain plugs, then the filter. Rifled through the garage until I found my last stashed filter from a deal a few years back, and replaced it. But, I realized
that I must have thrown out the washer between the spring and filter during the last change, so I searched for the washer size in the Clymers, no good. I posted a
request on this site, and T Cro supplied me with the info I needed, so off to the store I went. After the ride back, I sat on the ground piecing the filter assy together,
and I realized that I bought Bergman's Spoofak 1.5 yrs ago, and was waiting to run out of filters to install it. I looked at the filter in my hand and said "Nah", that's it.
Spoofak is now installed with a NAPA shortie plus a new KN air filter, and all is well in the kingdom. Next oil change will be much simpler!!
Holy Spoofak Batman :o 1.5yrs to install you spin on. Man you have much more self control than I do. My wife teases me all the time; I will have something opened before we get out of the stores parking lot :-\
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Man you have much more self control than I do. My wife teases me all the time; I will have something opened before we get out of the stores parking lot :-\
Complete role reversal in my household. I tease my wife because I can leave a mail package on the table for hours while she salivates over opening anything ASAP. :)
On a Riding Note: I drove to work for the second day in a row! Insert grin here. AND the big deal is that I teach class tonight until 9 so I have my first Ride in the Dark homeward. Will be a cool ride home at 40F.
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Rode to work and back just like the day before, and the day before, and the day before etc.,etc.. Have a 42 mi. round trip commute. Luckily most of it is on country back roads away from traffic. Good place to let her rip. Got to ride someplace other than work for a change though. Got 104K mi. on my 95 Connie and I'll bet 90 % of it is to work and back. Ready to head for the hills.
Pat
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Holy Spoofak Batman :o 1.5yrs to install you spin on. Man you have much more self control than I do. My wife teases me all the time; I will have something opened before we get out of the stores parking lot :-\
Well, I know, I know... Guess I shouldn't tell you this Chris, but a year ago I had picked up one of the last Audiovox C-100 cruise controls...still in the box..
I'd sure like help with this one..
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I flipped off a dumb @$$ punk in a oversized SUV who decided he was big enough to cut me off - I did this for Connie as she was pretty upset ;) I was able to stay cool and keep my road rage under control. The things we do for our bikes ::)
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Installed lighted side marker / turn signals.. Sweet! 8)
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Wiring up and mounting the new intrument panel today. Installed calipers and rotors on the front end.
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It was raining so I waxed it.
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New rear tire. Rear brake pads and flushed rear brakes with the phoenix RFI bleeder. Replaced fork oil with 12.5w oil and installed new bolts and caps on bar risers, installed new bolts on grab rails (old ones very rusty),
Monday will do the front brakes, change oil, and flush and replace clutch fluid. Thanks to Murphs for quick delivery of parts.
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Stripped her naked and put a teeny tiny bikini on her ;D
(http://hphotos-ash4.fbcdn.net/220774_10150158847391315_507176314_7091300_672499_o.jpg)
Oh yeah, I took her for a good ride too.
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Changed oil and filter. Switched to synthetic. Put on new grips. Replaced old faring screws with stainless (Murph's).
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parked it in the garage after a GREAT 1000 mile weekend...Finally got 3 SUNNY days in a row & temps over 70 degrees!!!
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Took off my winter wing fairings and installed the stock scoop in reverse today. It has been in the 90's the two days here.
Cheers
Ron
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Took the week off; adjusted the shock rebound for my weight, added a little air to the shock, and went for a 320 mile ride to & in the GA/TN/NC mtns and rode the Cherohala Skyway for the first time. nIt was a VERY nice day! Connie did well: 320 miles on 7 gallons = 45 mpg. Not only is Red fast, apparently it is frugal. Now...what to do tomorrow?....
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Found a crack in the front wheel... :'(
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Found a crack in the front wheel... :'(
What ??? how did that happen? Just out of the blue? CRocker?
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Here you go http://shop.ebay.com/i.html?_nkw=kawasaki+concours+front+wheel+&_cqr=true&_nkwusc=kawaski+concours+front+wheel&_rdc=1 (http://shop.ebay.com/i.html?_nkw=kawasaki+concours+front+wheel+&_cqr=true&_nkwusc=kawaski+concours+front+wheel&_rdc=1)
Cheers
Ron
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What ??? how did that happen? Just out of the blue? CRocker?
No...I was cleaning my bike today...getting ready for the ride to Miller for WSB this weekend...and I noticed a flat spot on the LH side (sitting on the bike)...funny, I thought...I hadn't seen that before...no impact marks on the new tire...must have been there when I got the bike (5k miles ago!)...but, I got to looking at the other side of the wheel, and noticed what looks like hairline cracks opposite the flat spot...they are near where the polished area on the rim meets the rough-cast center section of the wheel...inside of the bead-seating area...hidden in an area where there is some corrosion...I just had a new tire and wheel bearings installed too...not blaming the tire guy for not catching it...I figure he saw the flat spot, but, as long as the tire seated, didn't think twice about it...
I had just taken a shake-down ride too...checking everything out...thinking "Man! This Connie is nice! She doesn't wobble when I take my hands off the (newly installed Storz) bars...she doesn't weave around in corners...she doesn't vibrate at all! This bike is pretty well sorted out...I'm proud of the way she acts!"...go figure...
Thanks for the ebay link...I already got it taken care of...I just sold an '87 parts bike to a guy with a 2001 Connie...he mainly wanted the tank, engine, and bags...and it hadn't been picked-up from my garage yet...so, I emailed him and bought back the wheel he had no need for...seems as though something might be going my way in this whole scenario...
Thanks for asking...and ride safe!
Brad
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On Sunday, besides putting Murph's tip-over bars (front) back on, I 'tagged' my bike with a good-lookin' owner's plate from COG NW 'nice guy' Charlie Gary. He offers these nameplates and puts some money back into COG's coffers while doing so.
(http://www.uscconlinealbum.com/photos/photo01/02/3a/f72cf6149d3c.jpg)
Charlie's album:
http://s229.photobucket.com/albums/ee213/charliegaryrules/COG%20Nameplate/ (http://s229.photobucket.com/albums/ee213/charliegaryrules/COG%20Nameplate/)
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On Sunday, besides putting Murph's tip-over bars (front) back on, I 'tagged' my bike with a good-lookin' owner's plate from COG NW 'nice guy' Charlie Gary. He offers these nameplates and puts some money back into COG's coffers while doing so.
(http://www.uscconlinealbum.com/photos/photo01/02/3a/f72cf6149d3c.jpg)
Charlie's album:
http://s229.photobucket.com/albums/ee213/charliegaryrules/COG%20Nameplate/ (http://s229.photobucket.com/albums/ee213/charliegaryrules/COG%20Nameplate/)
I have to get a set of those. Is that his online cog name also?
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Kept it in the garage - don't like riding in golf ball sized hail. >:(
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Mounted my instrument panel. Got my butt kicked by caliper bolts - fine thread allen head capscrews are made of unobtanium!
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I have to get a set of those. Is that his online cog name also?
I reached Charlie via e-mail at designitmachineit@yahoo.com
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Am I really the only person posting for a whole week in this thread? hmmm. Well, I have news...
- Saturday - Married the Passenger of my Life :thumbs: :chugbeer: :D
- Sunday - Went to MKE Brewers' game
- Monday - Took new Wife for 150 mile ride through north Kettle Moraine unit of WI
(https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-6aVv6d-urz0/TeQ_mbhxrSI/AAAAAAAAAo8/2-vClu8R1i0/s640/IMG_0558.JPG)
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Mounted a 14" x 17" black poly cutting board where the tiny stock tail rack was. Now measuring and marking for the slots and holes needed so I can attach my old soft tailbag/toproll/cargo-net.
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Reassembled the bodywork. Converted to race shift. Updated my trunk with an aluminum case. Ordered a "nice butte" sticker. Found a stock spacer that works for the left side of my wheel. Looked at the dangling calipers and sighed.
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Took off side luggage to prep for trip to mountains, and finally cleaned my exhaust pipes.
Cheers
Ron
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Removed the airbox and shampooed it clean after chucking the boots. Threw away the crumbling air filter. Repainted the thermostat housing, put in a new thermo, and replaced the o-rings. Replaced the dash and clock lights with LEDs. Painted the horns.
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I took here on her daily 114 mile run.
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Am I really the only person posting for a whole week in this thread? hmmm. Well, I have news...
- Saturday - Married the Passenger of my Life :thumbs: :chugbeer: :D
Congratulations!! But I have to be honest.. I was very disappointed not receiving an invitation to your wedding... We all were..
Normally friends ask friends to share important milestones in their lives. But not you. Selfish bastard. Wait a minute..,
are you in Wisconsion?? Sorry, wrong guy...
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Installed KB fork brace from Murph a few days ago. Ties the front end up nicely. Seems much more responsive to steering input now. A few more miles with it will be the tell tale. Waiting for shift linkage from t-cro to come in mail. I smell a weekend project!
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That was either my first or second mod, Gene. The only other major improvement for the front end was the removal and burning of the stock Dunflop.
My next mod will be tackling the front suspension, ie; springs, emulators, shock oil..
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Yup, waiting for the tires on there to wear down some more. It has the Dunlop in front and I forget in back. Going with Avons later this year or next spring. Earlier this year I replaced the springs with Sonic 1.0's from Murph and a combo 10 and 15w fork oil. Nose dives are greatly reduced. :chugbeer:
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It wasnt today today; rather over the weekend. I streamlined the "Spirit"
(http://i1033.photobucket.com/albums/a411/snarf1971/IMG00064.jpg?t=1306927771)
Pay no attention the the plate numbers. They are stolen just to throw the bad guys off :o
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Well, yesterday...rode home (580 miles) two-up from WSB at Miller Motorsports Park...my wife is a keeper! And, Two Skies...thanks again for the tip on this ride up through the mountains!
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Inspected, renewed and rode it like I stole it.
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Inspected, renewed and rode it like I stole it.
Darn kids :o You will grow out of that stage; eventually you will inspect, renew, and ride it like you have to fix it ;D
Come Monday I expect to see another post about what you did to the 'Joker'
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Congratulations!! But I have to be honest.. I was very disappointed not receiving an invitation to your wedding... We all were..
Normally friends ask friends to share important milestones in their lives. But not you. Selfish bastard. Wait a minute.., are you in Wisconsin?? Sorry, wrong guy...
Well, I shared the wedding pictures but maybe you can all come to the next one. Just don't hold your breath... :)
Thanks for the congrats and I will pass them along to my Passenger.
Today I rode the 38miles to work in morning sunshine, listening an audiobook off the iPod via Midland BT2 headset, with my feet up on Kuryakin pegs, with a big grin on my face. This afternoon, repeat ... ;)
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Darn kids :o You will grow out of that stage; eventually you will inspect, renew, and ride it like you have to fix it ;D
Come Monday I expect to see another post about what you did to the 'Joker'
You kidding, I hope to have those up by Saturday night....after a long ride while never leaving Wake County (on call, have to stay in the county)
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Got the last pieces I needed for my front end today! :chugbeer: Will be riding a connie again by friday.
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Mounted a new Michelin Pilot Road 2 on the front.
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Changed front brake pads and fluid, only took an hour spread over 24 hours to get all the bubbles out. The old pads still had decent amount of pad left but I think they were sintered and I like the organic as I would rather change pads than rotors. Changed oil, using havoline 20 - 50W for Texas summers. Washed all the tupperware - noticed a crack in sub-fairing that supports lower farings and bottom fairing. I think RTV should fix it once its dry. Still waiting on new left rider peg and mounting braket - slow motion drop in garage finally finished these off after previous drop cracked them. I am saving up for tip over bars.
Next up - change out rear shock fluid, grease rear suspension and flush coolant and try that Wetter product.
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I rode to work and back....... I know this might sound incredibly exciting but trust me it wasn't....BUT I have a 3 (maybe 4) weekend coming up and I was thinking...
http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=4e+Rang&daddr=Ormstown,+QC+J0S,+Canada+to:Forillon+National+Park,+Gasp%C3%A9,+QC,+Canada+to:Perc%C3%A9+Rock,+Perc%C3%A9,+QC,+Canada+to:Mont%C3%A9e+Bryson&geocode=FZOFsAIdymOY-w%3BFdKPsAIdjPiW-ynHkld7617JTDGZ71pmyeRSVA%3BFaKC6gIdoWcp_CFlGOGA5oDMtQ%3BFXFq5AId7GQs_CljGy6dVPibTDGhFVRHGJcNaA%3BFbyGsAIdVWOY-w&hl=en&mra=ls&sll=43.771094,-67.148437&sspn=19.311659,42.84668&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=7 (http://maps.google.com/maps?f=d&source=s_d&saddr=4e+Rang&daddr=Ormstown,+QC+J0S,+Canada+to:Forillon+National+Park,+Gasp%C3%A9,+QC,+Canada+to:Perc%C3%A9+Rock,+Perc%C3%A9,+QC,+Canada+to:Mont%C3%A9e+Bryson&geocode=FZOFsAIdymOY-w%3BFdKPsAIdjPiW-ynHkld7617JTDGZ71pmyeRSVA%3BFaKC6gIdoWcp_CFlGOGA5oDMtQ%3BFXFq5AId7GQs_CljGy6dVPibTDGhFVRHGJcNaA%3BFbyGsAIdVWOY-w&hl=en&mra=ls&sll=43.771094,-67.148437&sspn=19.311659,42.84668&ie=UTF8&t=h&z=7)
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I got out my Plexus and cleaned off the suicidal insects...why is it the big ones want to hit right below the windscreen and splatter all over the lower inside portion of the windscreen...you know...the area that is impossible to clean with out removing the windscreen.
Speaking of Plexus...what is your favorite M/C cleaner?
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I took a nail in the back tire today. Luckily friends of mine had a plug kit and a pump.
I ordered the same pump and plug kit and now I am looking into buying a wireless tire pressure monitoring system.
http://www.amazon.com/Dynaplug-1007-Tubeless-Tire-Repair/dp/B000EXSER4/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top (http://www.amazon.com/Dynaplug-1007-Tubeless-Tire-Repair/dp/B000EXSER4/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top)
http://www.amazon.com/Slime-40022-Digital-Compressor/dp/B002ZBWKAU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1307310723&sr=1-1-spell (http://www.amazon.com/Slime-40022-Digital-Compressor/dp/B002ZBWKAU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1307310723&sr=1-1-spell)
and i think I am going to buy this one
http://www.amazon.com/Show-Chrome-WIRELESS-PRESSURE-MONITOR/dp/B001VDUBHW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=automotive&qid=1307310795&sr=8-1 (http://www.amazon.com/Show-Chrome-WIRELESS-PRESSURE-MONITOR/dp/B001VDUBHW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=automotive&qid=1307310795&sr=8-1)
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I went riding with some really cool people from this very group down in the Pine Barrens area of NJ. Averaged 45.6mpg over the course of 182 miles. Must be those new Sonic springs!
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I went for a ride! Took advantage of a rare nice day up here in Manitoba. 200kms for a banana milk shake!
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Installed SISF's exhaust sprocket and new spark plugs.
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I didn't do anything for my concours today. :(
I did, however, finish up installing a 1052 hot-rod engine I built in a fellow COGGER'S bike, and it's running SWEET! ;D Steve
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Due to rain for the last few days ... I connected the battery tender ... 8)
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Changed the rear brake line, and managed to puncture the resvoir supply hose in the process. Need to take off the front lines and twist the banjos around next.
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I can't wait to see a Kawi Green Connie! Is this the first? I don't think I've seen any on http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/the_kawasaki_concours (http://www.pbase.com/elvin315/the_kawasaki_concours).
Jeez. Take off the shades. There's one in the very first album and I'm pretty sure there are at least 2 more somewhere.
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Got a new set of h way pegs from Snarf hope to put em on today.
dan in lancaster pa..
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Bought a new windshield! 8)
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Installed GRIP PUPPYS over the 08 C14 OEM grips.
(letting the soapy water dry before I use them)
Seemed a little too easy to install, so worried about them coming loose ..... Cleaned the OEM grips with soapy hot water and found a lot of oil and junk on the oem grips ... wonder if I should have cleaned them with more than soapy water ....
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You'll find Snarf's pegs are very easy to install and are sweet on longer rides.
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Bought a new windshield! 8)
A "new" to you windshield? ;)
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A "new" to you windshield? ;)
Yes, yes. I stand corrected. New to me! ;D
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Painted the valve cover a nice fresh coat of black and reinstalled on Dad's bike. Added Snarf's block-off plates. Tightened some of the oil lines (banjo bolts) on the engine. A few had worked a little loose and were weeping oil. Maybe I should lock-tite them? Tonight will be T-Cro's coils. Then it will be off to redo the rear end, seals, fender bob, and all.
Replaced one of the little o-rings on the left carb of my bike under the vacuum cut-off cover. It split and was a vacuum leak. No change in performance, just don't hear it now. Actually, I replaced it by cutting a sliver length of very small vacuum hose.
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Hi RFH87,
Where can I get Snarf's block off plates? These are for the valve cover, right? It sure would make doing valve jobs easier if I didn't have all that dang secondary air stuff to deal with!
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Use the search engine (at the top) when you are on the HOME page and search for "block off". His name is Chris Lillie. I'll bet he'll be along any minute. Takes just a minute to install them (After digging down to them).
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He's also listed under the sale section. Good quality stuff and the price is right.
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brought my dog his dinner, a 40 pound bag of dog food...
ltr..
dan
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New front brakes!
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Repaired a rear flat tire with DynaPlug.
Bless the TPS .. gave me warning while 2 up .. on the 680 Freeway this night.
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Put all the tupperware back on and rode her to breakfast and later too work. Feels good to be riding again after over two weeks absence. Had to wait till new rider foot peg and mounting bracket arrived (dont ask). Cleaned all the fairings and applied black magic to the bags.
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Use the search engine (at the top) when you are on the HOME page and search for "block off". His name is Chris Lillie. I'll bet he'll be along any minute. Takes just a minute to install them (After digging down to them).
What?? Did somebody say my name 8)
I dont want to take a way from the purpose of this thread, so I will make this short. Here is a link to the BO plates
http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=99.0 (http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=99.0)
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My fingers hurt from working on her last night. Plus, it was 91 degrees in the garage because it hit 102 here yesterday. Went far enough in to pull the radiator, oil cooler, and oil lines. Then did the front coolant log o-rings, then all the short coolant hoses. Painted the lower fairing frame and the radiator screens. They'll be going back on next along with the top radiator hoses and T-Cro's wire harness. Then maybe finally start working on the rear - after I relocate the coolant overflow container. I saw Man-of-Blues pix on Cogzilla - must do that. Hopefully it will let some more air flow thru the bottom.
Now I'm looking for two replacement oil cooler lines. mine are caracking at the crimp. Pete, you out there?
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My fingers hurt from working on her last night. Plus, it was 91 degrees in the garage because it hit 102 here yesterday. Went far enough in to pull the radiator, oil cooler, and oil lines. Then did the front coolant log o-rings, then all the short coolant hoses. Painted the lower fairing frame and the radiator screens. They'll be going back on next along with the top radiator hoses and T-Cro's wire harness. Then maybe finally start working on the rear - after I relocate the coolant overflow container. I saw Man-of-Blues pix on Cogzilla - must do that. Hopefully it will let some more air flow thru the bottom.
Now I'm looking for two replacement oil cooler lines. mine are caracking at the crimp. Pete, you out there?
IIRC a few people were using the coolant container from Ninja 250's. It will fit behind or beneath the battery box.
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I've seen that. However, Man-of-Blues method just uses existing pieces (including the hoses). The ultimate in frugal. It fits between the fender and battery box, just below the igniter, using some "industrial strength" Velcro to keep it from shifting. Somewhere on his photobucket pix, you can see it.
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I finally replaced the dented muffler! ;D
I think it's finally presentable, although I have been riding it for several months.
Man I love this bike.
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Valve adjustment, replaced the fan switch and t-stat, drain and fill coolant, installed a used centerstand, (the original finally broke) and went on a 200 mile ride to test the repairs.
D.
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Today - nothing, lousy weather, loads of rain yet again OTP. Stood in my garage and looked at "Gryff", my C-10.
What did I do yesterday and the day before and the day before that etc, etc, etc? - see above re. rain, rain and more effin rain >:( >:( >:(
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Installed Murph's grips. ~Cushy~
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I got in line for a Rick Mayer custom seat. Sent him pictures, money, and one of my two stock seats. Can't WAIT for the results!
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Update....... a few days ago I pulled her out of the garage, pulled the lower panels off to check for leaks/loose bolts/ etc. and then gave her a much needed bath and shine. Then for the next three days I road her to the NASCAR track in Fort Worth and back (little over an hour one way). Love the hywy pegs and cruise control.
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Well I didn't do it today, but finally got the pictures downloaded.
Homemade heat shields and Snarf's highway pegs.
(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a103/swgold90/IMAG0358.jpg)
(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a103/swgold90/IMAG0357.jpg)
(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a103/swgold90/IMAG0356.jpg)
(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a103/swgold90/IMAG0353.jpg)
(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a103/swgold90/IMAG0354.jpg)
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Actually - yesterday. Put on 230 miles - Tulsa to OKc in the cool of the morning and back to Tulsa in the evening. Managed to miss almost all of the rain on the return trip. 10 minutes after pulling into the garage all hell broke loose - couldn't see the house across the street thru the rain. Now have definite list of next mods: 1) Snarf's Highway pegs 2) Murphs "Knee Saver's" 3) Bar risers. My knees need a little more space to be comfortable with more miles between stops. Also noticed that when I relaxed at cruising speed my elbows were almost resting on my legs. Bars up a little and pegs down a little and I'll be good for a lot more miles.
On the return trip I pushed a ways past the posted 75mph speed limit to stay ahead of the storm. Some stretches of a few miles in a row at 95 (where "both" lanes were clear) only less than 85 when traffic required it. My old cruiser did NOT inspire confidence at 85+ - the "tombstone" fork mounted windscreen induced unwanted steering input... None of that with the Connie! Did notice that where the asphalt was older there was occasionally a little light wobble when running in the part of the road compressed by years of traffic - sort of like my old bike had on grooved concrete.
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I figured out how to adjust the clock (damn daylite savings time)...I finally got tired of remembering that it was really an hour later than the clock
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Changed the oil and filter, replaced the stock (air) filter with a K&N, went for a ride to test it out. Good!
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I put a less used(by about 100k miles) rear Kaw shock on, yesterday. Also, a 110/80 PR3 came from Dennis Kirk, what a nice guy.
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I installed a CeeBaily Euro Tour screen. I have to say that I am quite impressed. The screen is not that much bigger but the difference is huge. Far less wind coming in and what is getting around the screen is much calmer and smoother.
My wife said that with the stock screen it felt like her helmet was being sucked off her head -- there was that much of a low pressure area in the back. She says it is totally different with the CB. We were riding that other day and it was a bit warm and I left the screen down. When we stopped and I mentioned how nice it was to be able to keep the screen down on hot days, she was not even aware that it was all the way down.
Great product.
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Hey tonedeaf: per chance do you have a link to where you purchased this screen? I was thinking of swapping shields, and this sounds interesting.
Didn't really do much for the Lady today, except what she wanted me to do...took her to the office, and on the way there, opened her up a little more than usual.
Man that felt good.
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Got Murph's "Kneesavers" installed and took a quick spin. Knees and hips now happy!
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I installed a CeeBaily Euro Tour screen. I have to say that I am quite impressed. The screen is not that much bigger but the difference is huge. Far less wind coming in and what is getting around the screen is much calmer and smoother.
My wife said that with the stock screen it felt like her helmet was being sucked off her head -- there was that much of a low pressure area in the back. She says it is totally different with the CB. We were riding that other day and it was a bit warm and I left the screen down. When we stopped and I mentioned how nice it was to be able to keep the screen down on hot days, she was not even aware that it was all the way down.
Great product.
Cee Baily seems to have this shield thing nailed down. Put one on my C-10, it works much gooder than the Clearview and crazy gooder than the stock. Nice to see folks build a d*mn fine product. Enjoy yours.
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Went out to Lowe's today and got some grade 8 stainless screws and aluminium nuts to finally tighten up my continuously rattling front fender. Never going to put rivets in there again!
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Reinstalled the Rear Wheel with my new PR2 tire. Cleaned my CB Ultra Tour Windscreen and allowed the Connie to chase ground squirrels in the parking lot. ;D
Daisy hates Squirrels and Connie gave her back up ...
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Drained, flushed and refilled the clutch cylinder. The fluid that came out was a nasty color, and at only 19000 miles. The difference in shifting was very noticeable.
I know that to most of you guys, this is a very simple procedure, but to a novice like me, it's a little intimidating. All the while thinking, 'will it ever run again? Am I going to have a catastrophic failure on the way to work? Will I DIE!
Every thing worked out well, time to tackle the brakes next. :o
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I mounted up a PR3 110x80zr18 today. Had other stuff to do, so could not test it out. Should be a different feeling up front, coming off of the Wang size Pilot GT.
Oh, and fresh oil also. I have a 4k mi trip coming up in a coupla weeks.
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Flushed x 3 and changed my 2008 Connie's radiator coolant with Honda pre mix coolant.
(I believe it the first coolant change for her as .. a lot of small white debris came out)
Found loose exhaust header nuts. >:( one was finger tight - 2 more were just loose - the other 5 were tight)
Enjoyed learning how to pull the plastic off to get to the radiator / recovery tank. :'(
Thankful for 1/4" drive and T handle.
Very thankful I reviewed Fred's DVDs before doing the deed ....
Took me almost 3 hours in the hot sun ... man I hate laying - working - siting on concrete (a lift would have been nice)
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Bought and installed hwy pegs and ordered new throttle cable.
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Relocated the overfill bottle, with one from a ZX1100, to behind the right side cover.
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Changed oil, filter and rear brake pads.
Also, broke the left rear foot peg bracket changing out foot pegs. :(
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Mounted Angel ST's... oil filter guard... moved HID's... all in preparation for Spearfish, SD trip... leaving Wed. :hail:
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Finished the install of the ZZR shock, Drilled two more hole in my Race Tech emmulators for better handling and chopped my windscreen.
Cheers
Ron
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Downed utility pole closes I-94 near College Ave. for (about 5) hours
(http://media.jsonline.com/images/mjs-highway_1.jpg)
By Sharif Durhams and Breann Schossow of the Journal Sentinel
July 5, 2011
I-94 near W. College Ave. was closed for about five hours Tuesday after a downed utility pole sent wires across the freeway, according to the Milwaukee County sheriff's office.
Deputies closed the freeway in both directions from about 1:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Barry McNulty, a We Energies spokesman, said a dump truck clipped a cable television line in the area, bringing down a utility pole. It also brought down electrical wires attached to the pole.
About 1,000 We Energies customers lost electrical power because of the accident, but service was restored for most of the customers by the time the freeway was reopened, McNulty said.
Repairs were delayed because the work crews had trouble getting through the traffic congestion created by the accident, McNulty said.
To keep the service interruption for the remaining customers affected to a minimum, technicians chose to replace the pole rather than to cut and restring new wires, McNulty said.
Crews also had to inspect the area to make sure no other poles or equipment were damaged, he said.
Northbound I-94 traffic was redirected off the interstate at College Ave. while the freeway segment was closed. Southbound traffic was diverted to westbound I-894.
So can you guess who was inside the Northbound traffic at 5pm needed going just two miles further? Me! Idling ATGATT in 95 degree weather burned a bunch of fuel. I mean I had a mesh jacket on but still. Was running on fumes because I thought I'd be off in plenty of time to get gas near home.
I do not envy Texas summer commuters who do heat for a living...
PS. AND, there was a pickup truck on fire in the morning that I passed on I-94 during my morning commute. Had to sweep away from the right lane quickly as traffic slowed to watch. Darn gapers' block![
So what I did for my Connie was fill up her tank and take her to the Milwaukee Brewers' baseball game that night. Motorcycle parking down in front is really nice./font]
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Well I didn't do it today, but finally got the pictures downloaded.
Homemade heat shields and Snarf's highway pegs.
(http://i10.photobucket.com/albums/a103/swgold90/IMAG0358.jpg)
I don't want to be insulting, but are you color blind? :stirpot:
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I sliced my windshield and bobbed my tail.
Cheers
Ron
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Sliced the windscreen and tinted it again and install edge trim.
Stock with lip.
(http://i1084.photobucket.com/albums/j419/mayhem47/BradsvisitmeandRonRickyandtheanimals072.jpg)
Chopped with peak and edge trim.
(http://i1084.photobucket.com/albums/j419/mayhem47/allsorts178.jpg)
and the end result. chopped to 13 inches peak gone, tinted and edging installed. I really like it like this.
(http://i1084.photobucket.com/albums/j419/mayhem47/allsorts180.jpg)
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That looks cool. I like it better with the peak gone. I think i'll cut mine the same.
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- Rode her and the wife to the 'Kansas' concert at Summerfest last night. I mean, took the wife and rode the bike. :) Nice to have free festival parking thanks to Harley-Davidson. I know, I know, I should have pics of the bike lot. I did take a picture of the band playing from a cell phone video. Nice playset with old favorites and new songs.
And the bike ran fine too.
- Going to tackle the Fuel Gauge Mod with a Radio Shack 220ohm resistor tomorrow!
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Got naked, and built highway pegs.
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I filled her up with 93 octane NON-E fuel. Topped off the air.
Then I roder like I stoler.
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Went out to Lowe's today and got some grade 8 stainless screws and aluminium nuts to finally tighten up my continuously rattling front fender. Never going to put rivets in there again!
I have been looking for that rattle for a while, thanks for the post!
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I have been looking for that rattle for a while, thanks for the post!
I definitely recommend getting the bladed screws and wave washers. Also do be sure to put some threadlocker on the nuts to keep everything tight. This was one of the easiest fixes I've done yet and well worth it.
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I adjusted the hwy pegs for a better ride.
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I definitely recommend getting the bladed screws and wave washers. Also do be sure to put some threadlocker on the nuts to keep everything tight. This was one of the easiest fixes I've done yet and well worth it.
Allen head on everything.
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The recall for the rear brake pedal stone guard was completed. Shop did it in 7 minutes start to finish. Great service from Sout Valley Motorsports in Draper, UT. Damn good shop.
Now, I can stop screaming every-time I see a stone on the side of the road.
Is it just me, or have we all had an ass-full of the silly recalls?
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The recall for the rear brake pedal stone guard was completed. Shop did it in 7 minutes start to finish. Great service from Sout Valley Motorsports in Draper, UT. Damn good shop.
Now, I can stop screaming every-time I see a stone on the side of the road.
Is it just me, or have we all had an ass-full of the silly recalls?
Maybe if we are lucky it will be the last recall. One thing I noticed is the service manual does not show the stone guards and, if you try to adjust the rear brake pedal height after the stone guard recall, it became much more a pain than before .... (Like if you install Murphs lowering pegs on the C14)
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Well it wasn't today but last Sunday I changed the oil using Mobile 1. Had about 6800 miles on it.
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Replaced the final drive oil. I had replaced it 12K miles ago. The old oil was damn near black. I didnt think it would be that dirty. Old oil and new oil the same 80-90W. Anyone have similar experience with final drive oil with that amount of use. There are no leaks but did have rear tire replaced couple of months ago.
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- Going to tackle the Fuel Gauge Mod with a Radio Shack 220ohm resistor tomorrow!
- Handled the fuel gauge resistor mod. See my work here: (http://c10mods.blogspot.com/2011/07/c10-fuel-gauge-modification.html)
- Rode the cycle to the Brewers' game Saturday night. Son-in-law could not use tickets so we had free seats because we fixed his mailbox.
- Rode out to Dousman, WI to visit Coffee Vault Cafe on Sunday morning. Went south through Kettle Moraine via Hwy 67 to Elkhorn and back home again. Watched the gas gauge work slower toward 'Empty'.
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Nice little writeup up the two things I want to tackle next, fuel gauge resistor and adding a power outlet. Thanks, Manworkinghere.
- Handled the fuel gauge resistor mod. See my work here:
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Drained, flushed and refilled the front brake lines. Here's what the old crud looked like. I don't think the PO did much maintenance at all. What surprised me is that there is "only" 20,000 miles.
(http://i.imgur.com/ZXzuB.jpg)
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I paid her off today... 2.5 years ahead of schedule :hail: Boy does that feel good! :chugbeer:
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Congrats!
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Replaced the rear right side axle seal, spacer, washer and axle nut. Some scoring on washer and some uneven wear on the spacer that runs inside the seal. (Very small grease leak but I replaced it anyways as the scoring on the washer seemed to cause the rear axle nut torque valves to be all over the place)
You can see the scoring and uneven wear on the rear spacer.
Also installed a techmount universal plate and ram mount with a Garvin 255W (Old Car GPS).
Now need to go for a ride.
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Nice little writeup up the two things I want to tackle next, fuel gauge resistor and adding a power outlet. Thanks, Manworkinghere.
You're welcome. Glad to give back to someone after I have learned so much from others here. Like other members say, 'Without pictures, your wonderful explanation is hard to follow.' So I tried out www.blogger.com (http://www.blogger.com) to post up pictures the best I could.
Please let us all know how you come out on your own projects!
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Ordered Galfer rotors and pads... hopefully I'll be installing them next weekend. ;D
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Relocated the helmet lock to above the license plate for better excess ability. Cost 3,88.
Cheers
Ron
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Put 365 miles on her, I love my Connie.
Ride safe all.
Greg
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Replaced the final drive oil. Old Oil had 12K miles on it and it was nearly black. Is this normal.
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Rode it 92 miles so I could watch it turn 60000. Then I changed the oil.
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Replaced the rear right side axle seal, spacer, washer and axle nut. Some scoring on washer and some uneven wear on the spacer that runs inside the seal. (Very small grease leak but I replaced it anyways as the scoring on the washer seemed to cause the rear axle nut torque valves to be all over the place)
(http://i851.photobucket.com/albums/ab75/madpb/IMG_1735.jpg)
I do not have that washer part (2nd one over from the left) on my bike.
92049 is the seal (last on the right) which I have but where did you get the new washer from and in what order/position does it go?
Could you tell me the part number please from the link below?
Grease leak? Are you putting grease in there somewhere? The only grease I know of that would come out there would be from a failed seal on the sealed bearing. Maybe you should replace the bearing(s).
http://tinyurl.com/6l3ye9j (http://tinyurl.com/6l3ye9j)
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(http://i851.photobucket.com/albums/ab75/madpb/IMG_1735.jpg)
I do not have that washer part (2nd one over from the left) on my bike.
92049 is the seal (last on the right) which I have but where did you get the new washer from and in what order/position does it go?
Could you tell me the part number please from the link below?
Grease leak? Are you putting grease in there somewhere? The only grease I know of that would come out there would be from a failed seal on the sealed bearing. Maybe you should replace the bearing(s).
http://tinyurl.com/6l3ye9j (http://tinyurl.com/6l3ye9j)
Mike
Mike
2008 C14. I bought the bike used and there was dirt and grease on the spacer / oil seal interface. After I first took it apart to clean and inspect I noticed the rear axle washer was scored and the spacer was worn uneven and had corrosion on it (see photo). (note: previous owner lived near the Pacific Ocean). Bearing looks okay, spins smooth but tight, but I may replace them in the future.
92210 Nut
92200 Washer
92152 Spacer
92049 Seal
See Parts Manual (Page 125)
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haha! That explains it.
I assumed it was a C10. I thought this thread was for C10 only.
Thanks for clearing that up.
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Installed a ZZR shock I got from Steve Roby. Thanks Steve, brakes are next.
Jack
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On Saturday, 7/16, I rode over to a COG Wrench session at Larry's house. Larry is a generous host! He helped bleed my front and rear brakes, adjust clutch fluid level, and change the rear gear oil. We also stripped out obsolete wires from the previous owner's CD/CB player I removed earlier.
I was able to help Cary perform the Fuel Gauge resistor project on his 2005 C-10. I brought my extra resistors along to share. He was the only other C-10 present.
I took a few pictures of the work but not enough of the friendly attendees: Steve and Donna with son, Ian; Bob, Cary, and Larry, our host (with Sue).
https://picasaweb.google.com/manworkinghere/WrenchingSession71611?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCMbI-8KUt-vv9QE&feat=directlink (https://picasaweb.google.com/manworkinghere/WrenchingSession71611?authuser=0&authkey=Gv1sRgCMbI-8KUt-vv9QE&feat=directlink)
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Rode the palloway mtnz... in sd Ca..
:)
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What I did for mine was I parked it in a no parking zone after entering FL from a 7006 mile ride =)
(http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j180/stevewfl/X%20country%20trippin/20110718-DSC_1889.jpg)
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Installed mf knock off levers, and they look and feel great.
(http://i1084.photobucket.com/albums/j419/mayhem47/allsorts182.jpg)
Cheers
Ron
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Grew my rotors
http://forum.cog-online.org/index.php/topic,28138.0.html (http://forum.cog-online.org/index.php/topic,28138.0.html)
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Added front tip-over bars with highway pegs and KB handlebar risers from Murphs today. Also have the fender extender to install later on this evening. The tip-over bars are probably the most aggravating thing that I have installed on the bike to date. I dread having to take those things off when it comes time to remove the plastics next time! Maybe there is an easier way but I just don't have much clearance to bolt/unbolt the bars from the brackets. I'm not sure if I'll be happy with the looks of the bike with the tip-overs and the risers but I wanted the highway pegs just to be able to stretch out and the risers to take a little strain off of my back and neck. I figured the tip-over bars will come in handy next time I decide to drop it anyway....lol.
Now, If I can only talk myself into that 7th gear mod. This latest order from Murph would have almost covered the 7th gear! :(
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Get a 5/8 ring and open ender and bend the ends. Makes taking on and off Murphs tip over bars heaps easier.
(http://i240.photobucket.com/albums/ff304/vk5zlr/th_Tipoverbarspanner.jpg)
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Get a 5/8 ring and open ender and bend the ends. Makes taking on and off Murphs tip over bars heaps easier.
Thanks Syntor.....great idea! I think I've got a cheap one that I bend.
Marlan
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All I intended to do today was change the instrument backlight bulbs. Somehow the DDM HID headlight kit and stick coils ended up in there too.
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Today.... I removed an old alarm system and fixed the hack-job on the wiring system
And I serviced the back end (swingarm bearings, drive shaft, lots of grease usage). Don't think it'd been touched since rolling off the factory floor in 1998, 27,000 miles ago. Kinda the feeling I'm getting about Everything on this bike.
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Drained, flushed and filled the rear brakes. Now the fronts, rears and clutch are done time to move on to the coolant and oil change. It's a little tough when you don't have a garage. :(
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She got a oil change today.
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6000 MILE OIL CHANGE AND TIRE PRESSURE CHECK
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Didnt ride her. Air pressure too low and didnt have time to correct. Plus its too hot for her - dont like hearing the fan come on at every stop light or sign.
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Plus its too hot for her - dont like hearing the fan come on at every stop light or sign.
I have a manual switch to turn on the fan so anytime I am in traffic , going slow through a small town or sitting at a stop light I have the fan running.
I really like it. I can keep the temp needle below half way.
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Painted all of the footpeg brackets black along with the rear wheel. The front is already done. Painted the diff black also. Flushed the clutch fliud.
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Got it up to 9500rpms in 2nd and 3rd. That's a kick in the pants! ;D
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Got my carb parts from Murphs, so I finished rebuilding the carbs, installed them and a new K&N and....
took the bike out for the first ride (was non-op when I bought it last week). ;D
Then I noticed that I'd forgotten to tighten a coolant hose clamp, so I cut the test ride short and went back to the shop to tighten that, sync the carbs and put the bike together.
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Ordered bar risers and fender extender from Murfs. :)
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Rick Mayer seat, murphs grips and throttlemeister.
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Re-assembled all the footpeg brackets that were painted (black). Put painted disk back on black painted rear wheel. Painted new/used speedo drive (at the axle) black. Pulled the rear shock and all the linkage. Drained shock. Left big pile of greasy black crumbs on the floor to clean-up tonight. Probably pull the front upper fairing frame off tonight. Maybe put the replacement one on (thanks Zak!).
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Today,... I thrashed her mercilessly down some twisties from Sevenoaks to Crawley via Edenbridge.
May do the same on the way home.
At the weekend I cleaned the brake calipers and took her for her annual inspection which she passed with zero faults.
Had to fit the original Scud-Launcher for that and GOD IT'S QUIET.
I couldn't hear the engine with my earplugs in.
Was a relief to refit the 2 Bros muffler. ;D
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Nothing, but I'm really distraught about all my old connie forum post count being gone, so I thought I'd make at least one. Here it is.
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I didn't get wet, but last night I did run quite a few miles on wet roads. so today, I yanked the cans and did a Neverdull polish job. I use my battery powered drill and a rubber pad that i use to hold down the Neverdull material.
Talk about getting into the chrome, deep polish in, soft cloth rub off, beautiful. 10 yrs old, and they look brand new, no rust at all, and as shiny as they can get.
Considering the cans are the only chrome on the bike, making them look good is important.Everyone ride safe out there.
Greg
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Filled her with gas, fixin' to load her up today, taking off for Minnesauna tomorrow at O dark thirty.
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Nothing, but I'm really distraught about all my old connie forum post count being gone, so I thought I'd make at least one. Here it is.
And you 'upped' your count very well, my friend. Spent it in the right place.
What I did today was to ride to work in the rain, worked on MacBooks, iPad2s, and printers, and now look forward (Not) to riding home in the rain.
http://radar.weather.gov/radar.php?rid=mkx&view=1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1&toggles=10,7,8,2,9,15,6 (http://radar.weather.gov/radar.php?rid=mkx&view=1,1,1,1,1,1,1,1&toggles=10,7,8,2,9,15,6)
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Took the bike out for the first real ride. I'm clearly used to smaller bikes because on 55mph highways, I was cruising in 4th gear. Bike peed oil all over my left foot (and the bike in general. Stupid inside corner of the valve cover gasket is bubbling/spitting... hoping it's just not seated, and not cracked/torn/pinced (I'll look tomorrow).
Also did 90% of the work on making a new shorty windscreen, will finish tomorrow. It's "resting" on the bike after baking in a hope that it moulds itself a little.
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It's tomorrow.... damnit:
(http://gallery.darladog.com/d/21373-1/IMG_2912.JPG)
Guess no riding this weekend unless a local dealer has one in stock, anyone wanna give me odds? >:(
Finished up the shorty shield though (well, "finished" as in I'm not doing more to it until I get a few hundred miles of riding in with it):
(http://gallery.darladog.com/d/21376-1/IMG_2913.JPG)
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I received my new Targa Smoked Screen and fit it on the bike.
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Just had fun riding it. I had to a fuel though. that is that doing something, right?
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I let her run 862 milestoday.
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Just installed a new AGM battery.
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Took a couple photos and hacked another 1" (ish) off my shorty screen.
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I installed a nearly new 110 80/17 Macadam on the front and it feels weird. Came with the bike and the one on it was showing dry rot "cracks" in it.. Maybe it the small difference in size.......
I also changed my speedo cable that's been missing for the last month or so. I was ballparking the speeds based on memory vs the tach. I've been a BAD BAD boy. ;D
Lastly I received my Frog Togg rain suit in Hi-Vis. Very sexy,the product feels strange hope it works!
I'm packing up for a 3 day drive to............... NO FRIGGIN IDEA! My outlaws are having a family reunion here and I don't fit in too well. Yes I play well with others, just not these "others"
I was thinking of hitting Mount Washington and then Old Orchard for a few "insert beverage here" on the pier. The weather for Sunday looks like poo so I'll play it buy ear. If I had been more prepared I would have done a 1000/24 but I'm not ready.
That's all she wrote!
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BrianM I was gonna feel sorry for the oil leak but then I saw the Chevelle in the pic and there is no pity on ya now! But really, did you get that gasket fixed??
Oh..I just did an oil/filter exchange and installed a Admore LED bar on rear. Pretty cool running, brake and even a amber turn signal that flashes progressively like the old T-birds and Cougars and the new Mustangs.
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There are only 4 60's era Chevelle's in/around that shop. 2 belong to my father-in-law, and 1 each for his 2 sons. I think only one is a runner anymore. There's a 68 or 69 Camaro too, and a handful of other cars that I have no idea what they are. Those things with 4 wheels are only utility to me, I own a truck for hauling things and a diesel Jetta for getting somewhere as economically as possible.
Anyway, yes I did get the valve cover gasket replaced. Box from Murphs showed up at 11am on Monday and I had the bike all stripped and ready so it was on and the bike running (without leaks this time) in about an hour. Been MUCH too hot for a ride lately, though my wife and I are doing our first 2-up tomorrow morning on a breakfast run.
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Just finished a 4-day riding/camping trip through TX, NM and the southwestern section of Colorado. Stopped at Telluride for a brew at a nice pub then ran into several storms going into Durango. Camped near Gunnison at Blue Mesa and spent a night near Walsenburg. Did 2100 miles total and 854 on the marathon last day ride from Durango CO into the 100+ degree heat in North Texas. Pulled into my drive at 12:33am and the thermometer said 100 degrees F. My 2001 ran flawlessly all week and was a joy in the twisties, even with a severly worn front Dunlop. I had just fitted a Pirelli MT66 to the back and was pleasantly surprised at the nice, neutral feel it gave the bike. I've ordered a Pirelli 110/80/18 for the front to try out the set together. Our summer really sucks this year down here and I can't wait to hit the 80's and 90's again for a mid-day high. I bought the bike 5 weeks ago and have put 4K on it already. I've owned 3 Conks and this is the nicest one yet.
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Lastly I received my Frog Togg rain suit in Hi-Vis. Very sexy,the product feels strange hope it works!
I'm packing up for a 3 day drive to............... NO FRIGGIN IDEA! My outlaws are having a family reunion here and I don't fit in too well. Yes I play well with others, just not these "others"
I was thinking of hitting Mount Washington and then Old Orchard for a few "insert beverage here" on the pier. The weather for Sunday looks like poo so I'll play it buy ear. If I had been more prepared I would have done a 1000/24 but I'm not ready.
That's all she wrote!
First off the Frogg Toggs are AWESOME! They work so well, as soon as I put them on the RAIN STOPPED!!!! So in fact I have no idea if the are really awesome they are at all...... ::)
I hit Mount Washington despite the weather outlook. The summit was fuzzy at best but just a little lower down was spectacular as usual, Followed the directions on my crazy a$$ GPS and found some sweet roads purely by accidents. I hadn't received my Ram mount and had fun trying to see my GPS in the map pocket of my tank bag. Never again! I had everything with me but the kitchen sink and a CAMERA, so no pictures :( .
I visited some friends camping at Little River State Park in VT on the way home. Great camp site for those of you who like this off the beaten path. Best part about it there are NO BUGS! the sites are cool and the whole place is really nice! http://www.vtstateparks.com/htm/littleriver.htm (http://www.vtstateparks.com/htm/littleriver.htm)
I motored home at warp speed and the temperature was simply beautiful for a night ride.
One interesting thing happened at the border (I know some of you have a border fetish 8) !) I pulled up after the car in front left and was already helmet less and passport in hand. The border guy ask where I'm headed so I tell him Mount Washington. He asked what I do and I told him. Since 9/11 2 border guy are always present when a vehicles arrives. The older guard to my left blurts out "don't you have any places to visit in Canadaaaa?" to which I reply "yes but I've seen them all and I've actually seen more of the USA then most Americans will ever see!". As I blurted this out by the end of my sentence I was wondering what I had just started.... To my surprise the old guy replied "your probably right, have a good ride"
So that folks was my 550 mile Saturday ride!
Oh here a vid of Travis Pastrana doing his thing on the mountain! SICK!!!!!!!!!!!!
FULL RUN - Travis Pastrana's rally hillclimb up Mt. Washington (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BZh-7hkNe4#ws)
How do you embed vids anyhow?
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While commuting in to work today, my 2001 C-10 crossed the 50k milestone. 20,016 of those miles are mine! A beautiful day too.
Yesterday, I replaced the fixed 220 resistor with an adjustable 1000K resistor. I gave it six turns to around 330ohms to see if that slows down the dropping needle to acceptable rate. Will let you know with pics too.
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While commuting in to work today, my 2001 C-10 crossed the 50k milestone. 20,016 of those miles are mine! A beautiful day too.
Congrats.
Last Saturday at the Mid Floriduh Sleepy Hollow RTE, I hung the 150K sticker on my '99.
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New brakes and fluid flush last week.
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removed the "funny for a few times" KMW decals ::) the po slapped on along with the "Concours" reflective tape stickers he slapped on the sides of the bags. waxed the fairing and armor all'd the bags and it's like a new bike. the decals were good for a laugh more than a few times, but the shiny cosmic blue paint and all black bags give the bike a nice clean look.
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Hey Baby is dressed for the dance.
Ready to get on the road to the Labor Day Buckeye Bash in Millersport, Ohio.
It's gonna be hot, but it is still summer around here.
Ride safe all.
Greg
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I'm a bit slow in the shop, so I'm gonna address some issues on Shoodaben. I have a new Murph's dual headlight to install; an Avon storm ultra for the front and a michelin pr3 for the back; change the fork oil and install a set of gators; wheel bearings all around; better horns; and a general cleaning. I'm also working on a super - secret new product to kill vibration, and hope to have the prototype ready for a trip to Barber motorsports next month... Steve
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I'm also working on a super - secret new product to kill vibration
Wow, keep us informed on how that works out! I'm sure it will create a lot of "buzz" around here. ;)
-Ken-
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Put on foam bicycle grip wrap to see if it helps with the vibes.
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Tuesday... changed the synthetic plankton... and bearinged my shifter... oooooooooo la la. My stuff shifts silky smooth. 8)
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Tuesday I put Grip Puppies on over Murph's gel grips. No testing yet, it's going to keep raining here till Friday.
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Had my first set of Avons installed today: 110/80-18 Storm 2 Ultra on the front and an Azaro rear. These really are all they're cracked up to be, but they also give the bike terrible headshake at ~40mph.
Looks like I'll be adjusting the steering head bearings this week...
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I rode the hell out of my Conc today. And yesterday. And the day before. ;D
I did replace my driving light switch yesterday. The knob had vibrated off somewhere in VT when I went up to the National for the Meet & Greet. I figure it has washed out into the Atlantic Ocean by now.
I was going to do an oil change, but after getting off the bike after 220+ miles today, I decided I didn't want to go out and wrench on it. I'll probably get it done tomorrow.
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Had my first set of Avons installed today: 110/80-18 Storm 2 Ultra on the front and an Azaro rear. These really are all they're cracked up to be, but they also give the bike terrible headshake at ~40mph.
Looks like I'll be adjusting the steering head bearings this week...
every time I read the Avon headshake claim I ask myself what one expects when they install a different sized tire on the oem rim than what Kawasaki installed and recommends for the rim, and expect it to be rock solid. it's a skinnier, taller tire so it's naturally gonna be more squirrely.
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every time I read the Avon headshake claim I ask myself what one expects when they install a different sized tire on the oem rim than what Kawasaki installed and recommends for the rim, and expect it to be rock solid. it's a skinnier, taller tire so it's naturally gonna be more squirrely.
Sorry to burst your bubble here but you are wrong in thinking that the "skinny" tire is the culprit with Avons and headshake as the Concours will headshake with any brand of tire......
The Dunlop K series 120/70-18 as used on the Concours was special made to fit the 3.0" rim and in fact only measures out at under 111.0 mm whereas when a 110/80 is mounted on the 3.0" rim it is in fact is just as wide if not a tad wider than the special made 120 is.
To which it is at best only 3 to 7 mm taller than the stocker and as those who have run other than stock sized tires on the Concours a taller front tire can be even more stable than a shorter one.
Given the info at hand when researched one will find that the 110/80 is a better choice than the 120/70 is simply due to rim width; you will not find a single tire maker that list the 3.0" as the prefered rim width other than Dunlop for the K series tire only.
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Got her all put back together (plastic, that is) after finding my oil leak and fixing it...Thanks to all those who have shared their knowledge on this forum! Then went on a nice 120 mile ride in the mountains...on my way back down the mountain I was thinking about how much I love riding this bike when I was jolted back to reality...oncoming traffic flashing headlights...emergency traffic control by a guy in a reflective vest...orange cones restricting my lane...and, around the corner...the slew of emergency vehicles and EMTs working on the CBR rider...looks like he was coming up the canyon and low-sided in a 25mph right-hand corner...slid across the oncoming lane...and hit the armco pretty hard...I have to say...it didn't look good.
Anyway, I got back home just before dark...safe and sound.
My prayers go out to that young man, and his family...
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Tightened up the steering head bearings, no more wobble. Only took me 40k miles to finally fix that...
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Had my first set of Avons installed today: 110/80-18 Storm 2 Ultra on the front and an Azaro rear. These really are all they're cracked up to be, but they also give the bike terrible headshake at ~40mph.
Looks like I'll be adjusting the steering head bearings this week...
I hope they are too. I ordered mine today despite the parts guy pushing for the Pilot 2's he had real cheap, I passed based on the advice I read here.....
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- put on fleece top under all three layers of jacket/liner for the first time this season. Departure temp 41F. Winter gloves too (but I did not use the Heated Grips)
- need to replace bulb in headlight as High beam burned out. Spare bulb in car, not bike. :(
- like the variable resistor mod on gas gauge. Replaced fixed 220 resistor two weeks ago. Now the needle hits E when Reserve needed. Took 5 1/4 turns :)
- listened to iPod music on way to work. Blondie, Eurythmics, Enya, Moody Blues, etc. Need to find new audiobook from Audible.com
- waved to 6 riders, 3 responses, on I-94 going to work. Fewer cycles in number riding in the colder weather.
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Got it safetied, registered and insured in Alberta! $393 a year for insurance here, vice $1600 in Manitoba!! It passed the safety, no issues of course!
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Got it safetied, registered and insured in Alberta! $393 a year for insurance here, vice $1600 in Manitoba!! It passed the safety, no issues of course!
Wow, that is expensive. We are not required to have insurance if we wear a helmet. I did buy medical and PLPD anyway. It is $75 a year.
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Some big work on Shoodaben -
New Avon Storm front tire 110/80-18;
New Michelin PR3 rear tire170/60-17;
New 320mm Wave rotors;
New Murph dual headlight;
New fork gaiters;
Flush and refill fork oil;
Clean and repack steering stem bearings;
Clean and grease 4 wheel bearings;
Clean and grease speedo cable and drive;
Install rear brake pads;
Replace a dead bulb in the instrument cluster;
Change final drive oil;
Replace busted driveshaft coupler oring;
Replace front motor mount bolts to grade 8 bolts;
lots of cleaning!
I also designed a rubber isolated handlebar mount system, I'm waiting for it to come from the machine shop now. Hope to give it a test ride going to Barber Motorsports next month - Steve
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Got rid of the crappy roadsmart on the front of my bike and shoehorned on the PR3. I currently have a pr3 front and pr2 rear. I needed a rear really really bad mid-trip and the local shop had the pr2 in stock. These tires are amazazing. With the luggage off and the suspension set on angry, this bike is about the best handling bike I've ever sat on. I nudge the handlebars and it falls to just the right lean in the corner, and if I need a little more she just does it instinctively, and never tries to fall over, just steers around the pothole/slow car.
for tbunder, the 110/80 avon roadrider I was running on the stock front end measured 116mm. Those numbers on the side are just a size like shoes - some run big, some run small.
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Did some routine maintenance, then went on a 365 km ride, through small back roads, tree lined secondary roads, fast 4 lane highways, and back to the residence! The best things to do to my 'Connie!!!!
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Some big work on Shoodaben -
New Avon Storm front tire 110/80-18;
New Michelin PR3 rear tire170/60-17;
New 320mm Wave rotors;
New Murph dual headlight;
New fork gaiters;
Flush and refill fork oil;
Clean and repack steering stem bearings;
Clean and grease 4 wheel bearings;
Clean and grease speedo cable and drive;
Install rear brake pads;
Replace a dead bulb in the instrument cluster;
Change final drive oil;
Replace busted driveshaft coupler oring;
Replace front motor mount bolts to grade 8 bolts;
lots of cleaning!
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Here I was patting myself on the back for getting my brake fluid changed. I wish I had a tenth of the knowledge that some of you guys possess.
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"Here I was patting myself on the back for getting my brake fluid changed. I wish I had a tenth of the knowledge that some of you guys possess."
I KNOW that's right :o
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Here I was patting myself on the back for getting my brake fluid changed. I wish I had a tenth of the knowledge that some of you guys possess.
Steve's got some guy named Bubba workin in his shop dat he gets to do all his flunky work! ;)
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New battery yesterday, and rode it to work today. It was looking lonely and dejected when I would leave on the C14, so I brightened it's spirits.
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Yesterday around trip of about 500miles, northern France. Visited a few ww11 museums then home
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i highsided her. oily road put on the brake, rear end came around...you know the rest. it was all low speed. bikes banged up good on the right, i just got a skinned knee and ego. didnt even realize the brake was in a lock in that oil, i actually thought the back brake didnt work at all and eased on the front and thats when the back end came around low then caught and flipped. i just got her lined out, looks like i got some more work ahead of me.
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Ouch! Good thing you're alright.
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I washed it this morning. With soap, and water. I used a sponge also. :yikes:
Yes, it is still Candy Amaranth Red Mica.
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Glad you're ok SC. Bike can be fixed or replaced.
I'll be swapping out the VStream for the 7Jurock screen today... winter winds are starting to blow... and it blows. 8)
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Actually it was 2 days ago.
I changed my front bulb for a brighter one from Silverstar, changed the oil from dino Rotella to synthetic T6, cleaned my K&N air filter and reoiled it, installed some grip heaters with a relay
(thanks for the info DarkKnight) and new 713 grips from Progrip and finally after washing it I gave it a shine with Plexus plastic polish.
Red (my Connie) still looks great for a 20 year old bike.
Then I rode the heck out of it just for fun. :D
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Took her for a 25 mile shakedown ride to check out the new (to me) Rifle shield...couldn't help but stop and take a pic...
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Sorted a small coolant leak today. When I replaced the water pump last October, I guess I should have tightened the clamp down one more click on the hose going into the hard pipe. Had a few small drops that would smoke at start up the past few months. Tightened it and did a shakedown ride, all is well.
Gotta say, it took me 36,000 miles to get this bike to where I finally wanted it, and now I can't believe how good it truly is. All that's left is to decide on which windshield to upgrade to. Rifle, Arizona, cut-down stock, and so on...not sure yet!
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I replaced the city lights with brighter LED bulbs
(http://i95.photobucket.com/albums/l140/n7myr/c14/2011-10-04_18-08-29_602.jpg)
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I renewed my COG membership today 8)
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I renewed my COG membership today 8)
I bought oil and filter in preparation of a mega ride on the weekend!
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I renewed my COG membership today 8)
HA gotcha! :o Steve
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I renewed my COG membership today 8)
Hey there #9334, sucked ya in for another year. ;)
Barber won't be the same w/out y'all.
SteveJ, reporting live, on TDY in western NC.
On topic. Had an absolutely glorious day riding the Conc on some marvey NC roads.
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New Avon in the rear & an oil change. Heading for The Dragon friday morning.
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Took advantage of the 'nice' weather yesterday to get away from the forums to do this to my ride:
http://forum.cog-online.org/index.php/topic,30493.msg140429.html#msg140429 (http://forum.cog-online.org/index.php/topic,30493.msg140429.html#msg140429)
Thanks again to Brian for selling his to me for an early b'day present. [St. Nick's Day in case anyone has a Givi 46 for sale. :)]
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I hit a raccoon at about 3 this morning, busted the lower and right mid fairing. $100 deductible comp., Progressive called.
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Installed correct size rear Avon Venom, it works well with the 110/80 PR3 up front. :thumbs:
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It so much easier naked!
In the past week I adjusted the valves, synced the carbs, replaced the fork oil and cut 5 inches off the stock springs. It's 38 degrees out but I couldn't stand it. I took her for a short spin. It's like a new bike, runs and handles awesome. Oil change tomorrow.
My friends ask if I was getting ready to put her away for the winter. Hell no, I'm getting ready to ride!
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Changed oil and filter, greased the Uni, sort of repaired coon damaged fairing pieces. Set for winter riding. :thumbs:
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I had a thought (just a passing thougth) but it was there. I thought about ugh I can hardly stand to think about it again
WINTERIZING :'( :'( :'( :'( Damn Wisconsin winters
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Peeled off some ugly shiny emblems. :) Oh, and took it riding in the mountains.
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hey gnuse, is that an RV? looks slick. (not as in Clark that there is an RV).
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waxed for first time , bought it a week and and a half ago, and then painted all the black silver bolts on black parts black and going to paint all the bolts on the silver fairing parts the same color, neutron silver.
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St. Nick dropped off my birthday present on the 6th today.
A nice Givi 46 topcase for my Kawi C-10. A nice mounting kit completed the deal.
Thanks, Santa!
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/--zrcoKKj2hU/Tt4yUVSZqdI/AAAAAAAABQ8/4fXMD1uZ-xo/s800/IMG_1637.JPG)
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Awesome bike and nice pics :)
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St. Nick dropped off my birthday present on the 6th today.
A nice Givi 46 topcase for my Kawi C-10. A nice mounting kit completed the deal.
Thanks, Santa!
You must have been a good boy ;)
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Got the E128 GIVI mounting kit on the bike last week. Used the nice weather(40 F) today to see how well the 46L trunk fits on it. Might put some invisible reflective tape on the bottom of the trunk. You can see the tape shining off the sidebags when the flash hits it.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-xJbG7QlFbB0/Two3b-qUN0I/AAAAAAAABXM/hC7z2_5ile0/s128/IMG_1706.JPG) (https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-qUpot2EHPps/Two3aMpGzTI/AAAAAAAABXI/69D39rkM-to/s128/IMG_1705.JPG) (https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/-j8AOCw3s2wQ/Two3YQVTpAI/AAAAAAAABXE/luR_zIy6nkQ/s128/IMG_1704.JPG) (https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-3XoEBbYkiSI/Two3dhdllxI/AAAAAAAABXQ/-g9zvj64tAQ/s128/IMG_1708.JPG)
(A GIVI E65 backrest pad is now on the trunk too.)
Bigger pics here:
https://picasaweb.google.com/112383979949366115620/ConcoursTrunkOnTheBikeInJanuary2012?authkey=Gv1sRgCKqokrKjg8CylQE#5695425568604136450 (https://picasaweb.google.com/112383979949366115620/ConcoursTrunkOnTheBikeInJanuary2012?authkey=Gv1sRgCKqokrKjg8CylQE#5695425568604136450)
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Pulled the carbs this week and sent them to SISF for some "Tweeking". Finished cutting and welding up the new 4 into 1 exhaust system. As soon as the carbs and pipe are back on it will be change the fork oil time. After that greasing the rear drive splines and maybe a manual cam chain tensioner install. When thats done its riding time !!!
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Jim, the carbs are done, I'll probably ship them tomorrow - steve
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Jim, the carbs are done, I'll probably ship them tomorrow - steve
Dang, thats the best service I've ever seen, I didn't even think they had made it to Florida yet.
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I replaced a broken speedo cable today.
Cheers
Ron
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WX is unusually warm for this time of year, 55F, lotsa sunshine. Rolled the Connie out of the garage and washed off all the crud that it collected on the rainy New Year Day ride.
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Dragged my "winterized" bike out of the corner and went for a solo ride up to High Point, NJ and met some like-minded fellows.
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Busy weekend so far.
Adjusted the valves, put on new brake pads front and rear, tightened head bearings, did the 4" stock spring cut off mod.
Will add Snarfs block off plates before putting the plastic back on.
Buzz
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I had a busy weekend as well. I adjusted the valves changed the spark plugs.I got my wheels back from the powder coaters and replaced the bearings. Installed new tires and brakes.I changed all fluids except fork oil. Relocated the coolant over flow.I removed all plastic and sanded it down and primered it with epoxy. Thank goodness it was a three day weekend. Next weekend I'll paint let it cure for a week and then hopefully get everything back together the week after that. Now I just have to decide on which windshield I want and go ahead and order it.
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I have fresh metal showing on the bottom of my right foot peg from the ride home today. :thumbs:
Despite living in FLA, I have a nice 12 mile country road commute, it has like real corners that aren't intersections.
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I took it for a nice ride.
Tom Taylor COG#7173
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I put a shinko 011 verge front tire on and went for a scrub in ride. Wow, I liky the verge.
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Took her out and rode the bejeezus out of her. Man that felt good!
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I removed the rest of the mold release on my way home from worksux today on the fresh 110/80zr/18 PR3 I installed at the SiSF Tech Session.
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Parked in Motorcycle Parking at work. Eight nice empty spots waiting to be filled up.
Used the new Givi to hold the helmet instead of using the helmet locks. Much nicer and faster to get de-geared before heading into the building.
Looking at nice warm ride home not wearing the three layers I used on the way in to work. :)
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Swapped out the NEW K+L float needle in the #4 carb with the old OEM one from the #1 carb and got her running right for the first good ride this year.
First ride was 2 days ago.
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Well, technically, it was two days ago, but I fired her up for the first time since last Fall.
Took a bit of coaxing, but she warmed up and ran great!
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Well, technically, it was two days ago, but I fired her up for the first time since last Fall.
Took a bit of coaxing, but she warmed up and ran great!
Wait till you get some fresh fuel and a clean path! :o
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While technically still winter, I now consider it to be spring as I took her to work today, about a 93 mile round trip. Took it easy on the way in and had a bit of fun on the way home.
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Well........
Changed oil and filter, aired up the skins, and got in 125 miles. It actaully got to 79 here in central Ohio today, WTFIGO ?
I hope we don't pay for this in april,
Ride safe all,
Greg
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Straightened out my warped left front rotor. It started off being out by just over 20 thousandth's and when I finished going at it with two cresent wrenches it was out .001 in one direction and .0012 in the other.
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Straightened out my warped left front rotor. It started off being out by just over 20 thousandth's and when I finished going at it with two cresent wrenches it was out .001 in one direction and .0012 in the other.
:thumbs:
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Not today, but sync'd the carbs a few days ago.
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Installed a new battery after the last one lasted far longer than it should have.
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Fitted helmet locks: http://banditrider.blogspot.co.nz/2012/03/forever-farkling.html (http://banditrider.blogspot.co.nz/2012/03/forever-farkling.html)
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rolled it over to the edge of the open garage door so it could see the snow mixed with rain...so it would know that I was not just ignoring it...fired it up and let it warm up to full operating temp...keeps the battery charged...hopefully I will have a dry day soon.
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Finally got around to giving her a long overdue valve adjustment(40k) & I'll top that off w/ an oil/filter change this evening....
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Yesterday she came out for her first ride of 2012. Gotta love the Deka AGM battery. I didn't touch the bike since last November and the thing started right up.
While not the fastest bike out there, it felt like it after riding the KLR all winter.
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Filled him up and tightened its mirrors.
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rolled it over to the edge of the open garage door so it could see the snow mixed with rain...so it would know that I was not just ignoring it...fired it up and let it warm up to full operating temp...keeps the battery charged...hopefully I will have a dry day soon.
Mind the ventilation if you fire her up inside the Garage.
Took the cycle and Wife up to Fond du Lac to visit Mother-in-law for St. Pat's Day. Mom likes a Guiness once in a while too. Nice warm 140 mile round trip.
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Installed new plug wires (still had the original, 12 year-old Kawasaki wires, which were toast...), and removed the side scoops. I'm tired of the dancing on the highway for a meagre amount of extra air on my feet. Went without a hitch, and if anything, I noticed she feels like she's got more 'oomph.'
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Re-installed my fender extender with 2-sided tape after I noticed it was starting to get loose on one side. First tape job lasted 2 years, used different tape this time, we'll see how long it lasts this time.
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New front brakes today, along with new fluid and new clutch fluid.
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Replaced the rusted out relay for my Stebel air horn ... I now have very loud horns again! ;D
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Replaced the speedo cable.
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Yesterday I tightened up my steering head bearings a little. Got rid of a little clunk I was getting over sharp bumps.
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I let it take a shower while I was at the office.
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I, along with the back up of my generous host, SiSF, replaced the water pump today. We kinda figured with 161k miles on it, it was time. Yanked it out, old one looked perfect. 161k miles. Wow.
Went ahead and installed new one, purchased from Murphs, for the peace of mind.
Also replaces all coolant hoses as they were about 5-6 years old.
To Steve in Sunny Florida, SALUTE! Thanx again for the use of the lift and having my back when required.
Wrapped it up about 2:30-3, SiSF, 2Fast(runner up OTP), in town for a personal matter, and myself then went up to
http://www.wallowatthehollow.com/ (http://www.wallowatthehollow.com/)
to celebrate the success.
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New tyres (BT-45Vs this time. Had them on a Ninja 500 a few years ago and loved them.) Chassis lube, carb sync and new wheel bearings. She's riding like a Cadillac again. It makes me go all ;D
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Almost done put my powder coated parts on and calling it quits for the night
Start it up tomorrow and finish putting the body work on...wish I had painted the rest of the bike to match the shiny front fender and top tail piece.....oh well
94 wheels front end brakes drive shaft & gear hub cut the screen down powder on can mid pipe foot pegs and brackets. Put pods on it along with turning the stock exhaust into a 4 into one, we'll see how that goes I will most likely have to set it up.New sneakers on polished 94/05 rims put the stick coils on and block off plates.I'm doing my seat next week have not decided yet what I'll do but it will get Wogasized 8>)
Fingers crossed.
Some shots
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Headlight bulb and battery.
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Topped off my clutch with fluid, ordered a rebuild kit for the clutch slave cylinder and odered yet another speed-o cable. This is my second one in less that 8 months.
Cheers
Ron
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Removed the tupperware to give it the 50k mile spa treatment. Started rewiring the fog lamps so that they can only be energized when the headlight is on.
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PICKED UP MY TIPOVER BARS FROM THE POWDERCOATER.
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Fog light wiring was really fast. Now onto adding power outlet.
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Fog light wiring was really fast. Now onto adding power outlet.
What FOG light did you get?
Cheers
Ron
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Oh yeah!!! I replaced my broken speed-o-cable. And color sanded my gas tank.
Cheers
Ron
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What FOG light did you get?
Cheers
Ron
They're some really cheap PIAA's that I picked up on eBay a few years ago when eBay was relevant. I put them on the Blue Monster when I bought it but I used the instrument panel wire to power the relay and the relay drew so much current that the panel was very dim. I pulled that wiring and ran power directly from the battery through the accessory leads and a toggle switch but I've forgotten to turn them off every once in a while. Now I've got relay energized with the blue wire from the junction box.
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Thanks
Cheers
Ron
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Purchased an auxiliary power outlet to run the mini-compressor and GPS. Snugged the steering head bearings. Discovered bad front wheel bearing. Ordered bearing and seals from Murph.
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Finally put on my front guard extension: http://banditrider.blogspot.co.nz/2012/04/bit-more-protection.html (http://banditrider.blogspot.co.nz/2012/04/bit-more-protection.html)
(https://lh5.googleusercontent.com/-9tAMA3O7cAY/T3-mlpYzQmI/AAAAAAAATrk/RSj1YGjvT-U/s640/DSCF0658.JPG)
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Interesting conundrum.... C14 stuff in a C10 thread..... Hmmmmm what to do.... Well, it is a Connie and he did something to it... Oh well.
I thrashed mine a bit on the way to southern VA and back. Other than that...nothing. Not much to do actually. Just ride the heck out of it now.
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Got the Connie in for the coolant log O'rings. Then went out for a ride. Temps in the 50's here today in central Oregon. Got her up to an Indicated 125 @9K in 5th gear. beat my buddies SV650 in a rolling 1st to 100 pretty easy. He's pissed. So I just ordered a 75mm kit for my old KZ 1000 as well. Making his day!
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The 50k mile spa continues....
Greased the suspension. Lubed the throttle and speedometer cables. Discovered broken motor mount bolt and started a list for ronayers.com. Cleaned the air filter and left it to dry. Drained the carbs. Changed the gear oil. Drained the coolant. Checked the rear pads... with the holy day tomorrow I won't get back to it until Monday.
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First off thanks to everyone, I'm a newbe here but have used the information to bring my project bike together. I call it Frankenstein, because it needed fairing surgery and general maintenance. But today I took frankenstein out for a 100 mile ride. It is a 86 connie with 38000 mile on her.
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Found a cool paint scheme I'm gunna do. It's my profile pic. TAXI! TAXI!
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Adjusted the valve clearance. Refilled the cooling system. Shined the Cans. Returned the auxiliary power outlet and replaced the feeler gauge I bent the last time that I adjusted the valves. Re-glued the fog light lens that fell off in my hands the other day. Removed and replaced the spark plugs. Drained the oil and purchased new filter. Received from Murph the new wheel bearings and seals and removed old ones from wheel destroying one of the c-clips in the process. Ordered engine mounting bolt, nut, fuel tank bumper and c-clip from Ron Ayers. Started it's sponge bath from the rear end and got about halfway through before I went to work on the cans.
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Put a 19" Rifle and base on a few days ago.
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I replaced all of the instrument cluster lights, sanded and painted the bags on my 2000 C-10 using Krylon Fusion matte black.
All went well.
Buzz
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Replaced the oil filter and o-rings. Refilled the sump with Rotella-T. Oiled and replaced the air filter. Continued the sponge bath while I wait for the parts from Ron Ayers to ship.
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finished with all the upgrades on my 86 today
94 front end brakes Z750 rotors stick coils 94 wheels drive shaft/gear hub home made 4 into one pods stage 3 jet kit block off plates polished wheels 94 rear shock
cut down wind screen stick coils Powder coat on exhaust can mid pipe ans foot peg brackets painted the centers on the rotors painted the 05 front fender. Michelin pilot rd 2ct up front and the new Commander 2 in the rear.
Not a Connie for the purest but hey I don't ride on the same bus as everyone else and never have...I don't ride the short bus either...haaaaa
But any who that''s my story and I'm sticking to it.
Jet kit start (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8vgLx3MUfGE#)
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Replaced the broken right mirror, adjusted air pressures in the tires, rear shock, adjusted settings on the front forks. Looked at, stared at, and appologized for trying to sell her earlier in the Spring! Now if it ever stops snowing up here, i can take advantage of the adjustments. I sure hope she doesn't take my trying to sell her personally!!
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New BT-045's
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Put a Pingle petcock on today.
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Performed Baffle-ectomy today using 1-1/8" hole saw and extension. EASY modification, took all of 5 min. A soon as the rain clears up we'll take her out for a test ride.
Buzz
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Did a carb sync at the wrench fest yesterday, last time it was done was at the 600 mile break-in service a week after I purchased it back in '99. Mileage now is 146,325.....I guess it was overdue??? :o
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Did a carb sync at the wrench fest yesterday, last time it was done was at the 600 mile break-in service a week after I purchased it back in '99. Mileage now is 146,325.....I guess it was overdue??? :o
How out of sync was it?
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Still working on painting my bags. Was thrilled to find out the plastic filler I applied to the previous owners scratches didn't set up. What a sticky mess!
Anyone used a good plastic filler/bondo stuff they can recommend?
Thanks in advance!
Frank
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Pulled the water pump and gave it new o-rings and seal...finished putting the '97 forks and wheel on my '88...and bled the brakes...
Think I'm gonna save the rear wheel and final drive swap until after next week-end...
Thanks Stasch for the front fender info...I like it!!!
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How out of sync was it?
It was about 1/2 a milibar( I guess that's the proper terminology?? ). Anyway, it wasn't off by much. And...YES, I DID notice the difference on the way home!
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Replaced the speedo drive gear on my '92. It died at approx 45k. It lasted 10k longer then the one on my '89 ZX10 lasted. Seems like a consistent issue with K's from that era.....
But - it gave me an excuse to pull the wheel and give it a good cleaning.
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Replaced the speedo drive gear on my '92. It died at approx 45k. It lasted 10k longer then the one on my '89 ZX10 lasted. Seems like a consistent issue with K's from that era.....
But - it gave me an excuse to pull the wheel and give it a good cleaning.
Check the wheel bearings too! Mine usually are shot every 30k or so.
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Finished adding electronic cruise control (Murph's) and a new windshield (Rifle).
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Also finished backs using Duplicolor truck bed liner spray and covered in saten black.
Replaced all clutch/brake fluids. Pic shown is what I found....
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404, that's some truly nasty stuff.
Ordered in new clutch springs, star springs, gasket, and nut. I gets to have me some clutch recondition time before the national.
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Removed the 36mm carbs from my 86 ZX1000R so I can send them to SISF for cleaning and setting up, to compliment the installation of his power cams on my 99 connie.
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Rode the **** out her for 100 or so miles on the Sacramento Delta without the pylon mounted speed limiter. ;) I just had to make really sure I had done a proper job on the fork seals last week. This week has a valve adjust and general tune up scheduled. I may have to flog her for 200 or so miles to ensure that is done correctly. ;D
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changed the oil and lubed the suspension ( for starters ) prepping for a 10K TRIP TO Seattle in mid June.
Tom Taylor COG#7173
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Installed Snarf's block-off plate kit. really cleaned up the top of the motor.
Buzz
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d e a d
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What a great trip - I think I have discovered your route... :)
:rotflmao: :rotflmao: :chugbeer:
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changed the oil and lubed the suspension ( for starters ) prepping for a 10K TRIP TO Seattle in mid June.
Tom Taylor COG#7173
Hey, you wouldn't know of anyone wanting to make some money, lodging two old guys, during Americade, would you?
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Also finished backs using Duplicolor truck bed liner spray and covered in saten black.
Replaced all clutch/brake fluids. Pic shown is what I found....
The bags look great. The master cylinder, not so much!
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1000 words.....
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Moved it out of the garage to get the mower out. 8)
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Took her for a 270 km ride
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Cleaned it but good!! Broke out the Pledge and went at it till I could see myself. 8)
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175 mile ride up in the mountains...kind of a shakedown run after recent wrenching by yours truly...water pump still doesn't leak after I worked on it...and the front wheel didn't come off after I did the fork and wheel swap...Whoo hoo! :) :)
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installed fork brace from Murph. Waiting for the "baffel-ectomy" tool to make the rumble, rumble.
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Cleaned it but good!! Broke out the Pledge and went at it till I could see myself. 8)
AAAAAaaaaaaacccckkkkkk!!!!!!!!!!!!
I just use the mirror iffn I wanna see how handsome I am. ;) ;) :rotflmao: :rotflmao: :chugbeer:
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I replaced the actuator cable that runs from cruise servo to the throttle linkage. It was down to one strand. :yikes: :yikes:
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Did not know that could be done. Tough job Steve?
I replaced the actuator cable that runs from cruise servo to the throttle linkage. It was down to one strand. :yikes: :yikes:
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I replaced the actuator cable that runs from cruise servo to the throttle linkage. It was down to one strand. :yikes: :yikes:
Please tell us how this was done and where parts were procured. I had the same problem and, luckily, had an extra servo and swapped out the whole unit.
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How many miles those units before they frayed? I am going to put a little grease on mine next time tank is off.
Wayne
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I started a new topic on this, figured there may be some interest.
http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=8871.new#new (http://www.zggtr.org/index.php?topic=8871.new#new)
Later.
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Ordered a new set of BT-45V's from MC Superstore
Will get new bearings installed after rims get powder coated gloss black
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Started the three step process to seal my tank, step one under way.
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Added Progressive springs forward and a Progressive 465 shock to the rear, next is fixin the waterpump leak and then its off to phoenix for the weekend
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Finished sealing my gas tank, (now just four days to dry) and removed my valve cover in preparation for swap to SISF's power cams.
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After roasting yesterday during my commute in 90 degree weather with 70% humidity, went home and finished putting together the shorty shield I had started back in the spring. A lot more breeze, a little more noise, and now I need to remember not to leave my face shield open since it pushes the bugs straight at me. :-)
seeya
Mark
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Just riding whenever I can lately. Have Murphs front fender extender and the spin-on oil filter conversion parts sitting/waiting to be done. New-used seat in route too. Have covered southeast Mass pretty good since February ;D. The 19" Rifle shield gets the airflow over me better w/out the turbulance of the stock shield :chugbeer: Reviewing this thread reminds me I should be doing more maintainance checks. BTW, is there anything that can be done with the oil check window? I can't see squat.
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I put on my purty Gustaffson shorty shield. I LOVE IT!!
Now it feels like I'm riding a motorcycle again.
An added benefit is the gauges and fairing doesn't flop around like a pair of 60yo DDs anymore. I don't think the Cee Bailey's shield is ever going to go back on.
I will post pics in a couple days.
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I ordered a set of Murph's grips to have before riding to Nationals.
(http://www.murphskits.com/catalog/images/new%20buzzless.jpg)
Might ask for help to put them on while in Eureka Springs.
My heated closed-cell foam grips from PO are starting reveal their insides.
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Changed oil, filter, lubed up the Uni-trac, and finished purging the brakes. I didn't do the rear a couple months ago along with the front and clutch.
I ordered up a Wang vent to put on my Cee Baily shield, hoping it gets here in time to mount up.
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I rewired the GIVI lights in the trunk so they work. Dunno' why GIVI couldn't get it right during the free install at their Daytona tent a few years back (http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j180/stevewfl/avatars/crybaby_sign.gif)
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Replaced my front brakes and changed my back tire.
Cheers
Ron
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BTW, is there anything that can be done with the oil check window? I can't see squat.
God bless you - I thought it was just my old tired ass eyes.
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Well actually this was yesterday. I replaced bearings in my front tire, spooned on a new Shinko 005. I then preceded to remove my rear tire (after swearing at my stuck exhaust flanges). It was then that I earned my "dumb a$$" award. A year ago I bought a new GT from a member here and I had convinced myself it was a rear; two front tires WOOHOO.
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Well actually this was yesterday. I replaced bearings in my front tire, spooned on a new Shinko 005. I then preceded to remove my rear tire (after swearing at my stuck exhaust flanges). It was then that I earned my "dumb a$$" award. A year ago I bought a new GT from a member here and I had convinced myself it was a rear; two front tires WOOHOO.
Well dam that sucks bilge water; but I did not know that the front tire had bearings....... ???
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Well dam that sucks bilge water; but I did not know that the front tire had bearings....... ???
...and pistols are loaded by inserting the clip into the bottom of the grip... ;D
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OKAY OKAY, go easy on the new guy :o.
Magazines, axle bearings, geez tough crowd :rotflmao:
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(between yesterday and today) Finished installing SISF's Power Cams and have 10 of the 16 valves adjusted. I'll be back at it tomorrow.
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Changed brake fluid front/rear along with the clutch. Replaced coolant, powder-coated foot pegs front/rear, PC'ed saddle bag mounts. Polished a handful of screw heads. Painted my shorty windshield. Geez I need that rear tire................
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Adjusted last 6 valves and got valve cover on, tomorrow I'll put pulsing cover back on and test fire it.
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Installed pulsing cover, plugs and coils and ran it up ... all sounded good and no oil leaking from old cover gasket.
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Installed pulsing cover, plugs and coils and ran it up ... all sounded good and no oil leaking from old cover gasket.
:chugbeer: :chugbeer: :thumbs: :thumbs:
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Just finished mounting my Shinko journey rear. Damn that tire kicked my butt. All the It's I mounted slipped right on. Not this bad boy, I even left it sitting in the sun to get nice and warm. I would not want to do this tire cold. Nice looking tire. Can't wait till the rally to wear it down :-\
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Last night after work. Pulled carbs (and tank, side panels, inner fairing panels, air box and filter, coils and wires) off my bike. Cleaned my other set of carbs (from dad's bike) and set pesky float levels in about 4 hours - they were bad! Lots of carb cleaner, fish line and air hose. Did the bench set for sync (thank's Rich for the instructions I found). They look great now, I just hope they run great. The carbs still had their plugs in them at 58k miles. There must be some rust in the tank, see pictures below of super-fine silt. Probably why he said it ran a little rough when warming up. Hooked up new cables to the carbs. They'll go back in mine tonight. I also nipped the ends of the plug wires and screwed them all back together. I'm stopping to get new grips on the way home tonight so maybe I can ride by tomorrow morning. I think the rubber of the OEM grips keeps reacting to the glue (2 different ones) because they get gooey and slip on the bar after a few months. Snarf's block-off plates going in too. Oops, have to clean the K&N filter too - 15 more minutes of time.
SISF - You must have a jig or jigs to hold these as you work. If I had to do this set after set, like I think you do, at a "regular" work bench, I'd go crazy (or make a jig).
Edit: Dad's carbs will be getting the "power" jet kit form SISF (already sitting on the workbench) and overflow tubes along with new needles, o-rings, etc. Mine's just the daily driver, his bike is getting all of the fun stuff. It's even got T=Cro coils in it already. If I can just ever finish it.......
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Removed my 32mm carbs, installed and sync'd my modified 36mm carbs.
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Removed my 32mm carbs, installed and sync'd my modified 36mm carbs.
Are you just swapping carbs or do they feed into something bigger?
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I know I'm a sinner,,, but,,,
I loaded her (and 2 others) on the trailer's to head for the National in Arkansas tomorrow morning.....
While getting ready for the trip, I finished Intake Cam (timing tweak) with Steves Power cams, 2 min jett kit, intake baffle, Jardine Muffler, 4 into 1 exhaust, new tires, new air filter, oil change, valve adjust,,, etc....
See ya'll there.
Ride safe, Ted
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Are you just swapping carbs or do they feed into something bigger?
There feeding a set of SISF's Power Cams, Steve recommended going to them as I was looking for more top end.
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Cleaned up all the luggage. Last time I did that was last year, amazing how dirty they get in 10k miles of riding!
Packing her up tonight for the National, see you all there on Sunday!
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SISF - You must have a jig or jigs to hold these as you work. If I had to do this set after set, like I think you do, at a "regular" work bench, I'd go crazy (or make a jig).
Maybe he uses one of these...http://www.oemcycle.com/Item/product/900127996/_affidz_-dNXT (http://www.oemcycle.com/Item/product/900127996/_affidz_-dNXT)
I don't pull carbs enough to justify the cost.
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I think the rubber of the OEM grips keeps reacting to the glue (2 different ones) because they get gooey and slip on the bar after a few months.
Cheap hair spray has always worked well for me, or nothing at all, if things are clean. I do have grip heaters attached to throttle tube and handlebar.
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Cheap hair spray has always worked well for me, or nothing at all, if things are clean. I do have grip heaters attached to throttle tube and handlebar.
Actually, that's what I did last night. Who needs special grip glue when you have a can of trusty Aquanet? I checked them this mourning and there is no slip.
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I had to "use or lose" some skymiles and bought a SWEET Chase Harper tank bag (http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j180/stevewfl/bigthumb.gif)
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I had to "use or lose" some skymiles and bought a SWEET Chase Harper tank bag (http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j180/stevewfl/bigthumb.gif)
Do you know anyone that could take a halfway decent pic? ;) ;) :rotflmao: :rotflmao:
>>>>>
Loaded my bike up like a rented mule for a two week trip, AR, MN, head over to WV, then back to Floriduh.
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First post for me, and this seemed like the appropriate place! I change the oil and filter, put in new spark plugs, and washed and waxed her.
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mounted up a set of new BT-45's on fresh powder coated wheels.
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Friday I finished putting all the plastic back on and took a short test ride. Hard to tell how well it was running as the throttle cables were hanging up.
Saturday I re-routed the throttle cables, lubed them and cleaned up some of the wiring around the top of the forks. Then I went on a 25 mile test ride ... WOW ... nice smooth and improved power and torque.
Today I put in a new piece of foam, cut to 1 1/2" in the air box and installed my Jim Snyder modified left front caliper on the rear for more braking power in the back. I think the more I ride it the more I'm going to like my new Power Cams and carbs. ;D ;D
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I got the emblems installed on the bags today. I relocated them were the reflectors were. I think they look better there anyway. But that is just me.
(http://vrcc.photostash.com/vrcc_22432/EMBLEM%201.jpg)
(http://vrcc.photostash.com/vrcc_22432/EMBLEM%202.jpg)
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I installed a "TOO BRIGHT" brake light in addition to my stock one heh (http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j180/stevewfl/bigthumb.gif)
this one from the ambulance/patrol car place
http://www.fleetsafety.com/TLED04-Axixtech-Four-Diode-Surface-Mount-LED-Light-1092 (http://www.fleetsafety.com/TLED04-Axixtech-Four-Diode-Surface-Mount-LED-Light-1092)
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I installed Steve torque cams, and a Krieger cam tensioner.
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Removed a drywall screw from my rear tire and replaced it with a sticky plug.
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Removed a drywall screw from my rear tire and replaced it with a sticky plug.
Good thing, 'cause everybody knows that you shouldn't use drywall screws for tires.
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I arrived home from the National and put "Buddy" in the garage.
Man, Arkansas was great!!!!
Ride safe, Ted
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Got home from my extended ride after the National and cleaned all the bugs off. I had no idea that 3578 miles of riding in 1 week would equal just about the same number of bugs, or one per mile.
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Installed a Michelin Commander II on the rear in the middle of my trip to replace the Avon Venom that crapped out early. It developed an inch and a half long crack in a groove and an adjacent flat spot. Done(again) with Avons.
PS. So far I really like this Commander II over the Avon. Rides smoother, powers out of corners with a lot more stability than that crap Avon used to. $40 cheaper, also.
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Put new Michelin PR3's on her at 6,400 miles.
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Received, cut and installed tank grips.
Can't wait to try them out.
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Received, cut and installed tank grips.
Can't wait to try them out.
Nice,clean looking bike.
Wayne
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I rode it like a rental the last coupla days, 960 yesterday, 598 today. I was done an hour earlier than the IBA cut-off time(36 hours) for a Bun Burner, had I documented it.
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Took her top off so the front fairing mount can be "prontoized" because I don't want any surprises 1,200 miles away from home.
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1: I installed a couple of these of on my tip over bars http://www.piaa.com/powersports-lamps/ps-led-lp530.html (http://www.piaa.com/powersports-lamps/ps-led-lp530.html) SWEET!
2: Pulled the Genmar peg lowering brackets and replaced with Murph's from parts bike. I like the position way better so far.
3: Pulled the Rifle off the parts bike installed it on DD to replace (beat to DEATH) stocker. I trimmed it to be about 1.5" taller than stocker. I cut off at least 4-5" PO was Amazonian I guess... I love it!!!!!! less back pressure and less buffering, not to mention if I have to look like t for any reason it's optically a MILLION times better than the stocker..
4: Pulled the Baker Air Wings off the parts bike and installed on DD. Not crazy about the look but that protect or pull air in. All good!
5: Mounted Gopro mount to the side fairing.
6: I ordered Dynabeads to balance front wheel. I hit a train track this week and there was a 1 foot square piece of asphalt missing next to the rail.... :yikes:
7: Came home sat down and wrote this..... ;D
8: Tomorrow I head to the Adirondacks to see if find a corner or two!!!
9: Goodnight
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Baby got a new pair of shoes ;D
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I put a new to me used drive shaft on her, the other one had the u-joint puke. Nasty looking, but she got me home from my little 4,400 mile trip. :thumbs: :thumbs:
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I put a new to me used drive shaft on her, the other one had the u-joint puke. Nasty looking, but she got me home from my little 4,400 mile trip. :thumbs: :thumbs:
Ouch...glad that you made it home.
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Just getting around to posting. I help her loose some weight. I threw a rod on her on Sunday the 24th in the middle of NC. Lost some aluminum and oil on the highway. Got her home by midnight on a trailer. Anyone have a good motor within a few hundred miles of northern VA?
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Installed new front springs, emulators, and a new front tire. ( Waiting on the rear to show up) >:( Darned UPS!!!!!!!)
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Pulled the motor from the donor bike.
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washed ,waxed and generally massaged her before installing an I-touch ram mount my daughter got me for my birthday.
sorry too hammered for pic's as birthday was Sunday so combined the two days today. I have an 03 connie. :)
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Installed new throttle cables. This is one job I really do not want to do on the side of the road. Ugly. Plus the cruise control cable was it's normal fun.
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Going to install a Murph Forkbrace on my 06 and figure out what is wrong with the hardwire connection for my Garmin (it keeps rebooting).
Also going to look at getting new tires; thinking of a PR3 in front and AV46 in back.
I'm stuck at the office and dreamily looking out the window wishing I were riding my beautiful blue beast...
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Today on my '86 I installed 2 12v accessory plugs 1 on the dash and 1 under the seat where someone had previously had wires run for possible the same thing. I also put on my new seat that I bought off of e bay. The factory seat cover had been repaired once already and was torn again, So instead of recovering it I put one from a 200 on it. I am very happy I did. It looks better and feels good. :D O I almost forgot I also received my Go Cruise this week, I put it on and tested it. Works very good for the simplicity of it.
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My 95' Connie is naked right now. In the middle of a major paint job. Today I replaced the fork seals, then I replaced the dash lights with LED's, blue for middle section and replaced the yellow with yellow led's. Put a green led in the clock. Replaced the final drive oil, changed the clutch fluid, and lastly I flushed the radiator.
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I ran to 9 grand in the first three gears on the way home from worksux today, smartly. :thumbs: :thumbs:
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Actually, a couple of days ago...cut down stock springs...used a pvc spacer to make up the difference...changed fork oil from 10wt to 15wt...had new 'Wing sized Shinko SR733/SR734 tires installed with Counteract Balancing Beads... :)
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Actually, a couple of days ago...cut down stock springs...used a pvc spacer to make up the difference...changed fork oil from 10wt to 15wt...had new 'Wing sized Shinko SR733/SR734 tires installed with Counteract Balancing Beads... :)
We all know that the beads are just snake oil. Please do me a favor and let me know what you think about them. I have always used Dyna beads and have zero complaints. My father bought some Counteract Balancing Beads and they appears to about half the size of Dyna's. If the pour in any better I will start getting them.
I did find an awesome trick for beads just before the rally. Normally I use my engraving tool to vibrate the beads through my 90* valve stems. I couldnt find it this time so I filled up a 3" piece of hose with the correct weight of beads. 7-8lbs of air pressure and the beads went in like they were made of water.
CR didja get you light mounts yet?
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Snarf,
Counteract beads are said to be electrostatic...so once the wheel balances its self...it remains balanced...we'll see...I'll let you know...not yet on the mounts...but it is still early...now I'm thinking about using the new Piaa 1100 LED lights instead of the Rigid LEDs we showed you last fall...decisions...decisions...
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Made and installed a new "shorty" windshield.
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Made and installed a new "shorty" windshield.
Digg'n the shield. Did you use tinted plexi? Very nice touch on the front fender.
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Tinted Lexan, Thanks. The stripes continue on the tank and rear rack cover thingie.
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Tinted Lexan, Thanks. The stripes continue on the tank and rear rack cover thingie.
Nice :thumbs: Silver AND black that has to make it about 20mph faster than a red one :o :o ;D
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Wow, nothing since the 19th and the weekend went by. The saga of my slow-motion engine replacement continues. My BIL helped me set the engine in on Saturday. Tightened all bolts on Sunday and also reinstalled the header and little coolant hose. New o-rings and installed coolant logs, water pump, and thermo. Monday - serviced the swing arm bearings, and all of the grease bolts, then installed the swing arm and all its parts to include the wheel and caliper (with new pads) - call this section done. Fixed a broken upper fairing tab. Hooked up the oil cooler, overflow tank, and radiator. Put all new hoses on. Put oil and coolant in with no leaks on the floor this morning (yeah!). Tonight i'm hoping to finish (maybe not put on lower plastics) and ride to work Wednesday. I have an advanced cornering clinic at MCB Quantico on Thursday - that is my goal.
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Rode it to work on schedule. No apparent leaks on the ground. Class tomorrow! Hopefully I won't blow this one up.
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Congrats,,,, Enjoy the training.
Ride safe, Ted
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Well it wasn't done in one day but, since I have been recovering from surgery to my left achillies tendon I had a little time to get some stuff done. In the last 4 months (actually last 4 weeks) I have put new tires, valve stems (from Murph) and bearings on the front and rear, installed new throttle cables to address a sticky throttle, removed/cleaned re-lubed the rear shock linkage and swing arm bearings and final drive splines, changed the rear shock oil with one of Murph's kits, changed the rear diff lube, checked the valves, checked/tightened the exhaust header bolts @ cylinder head, installed a new Interstate AGM battery, and inspected the air filter box for cracks. I primed the carbs and she fired right up and setteled into that familiar idle. Tomorrow (Sunday) I will do a short shake down ride, recheck all my work, and then give the girl a good bath. Oh, I forgot, when I had the front wheel off, I noticed the front pads looked a little thin so as soon as the new set arrives from Murph"s, she'll also get some new brakes.
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Finally did oil change and gave her a bath. Commuted to work this morning to give my aching knee a test ride. Planning on a pleasure ride this weekend for the first time this year. Hooray!
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Made and mounted a height adjustable screen (that I can do while riding), screen now sits 1/2" in front of the bodywork allowing that equalising flow up the inside too and I can adjust the height now so that the bottom edge sits just above the headlight 'sport' mode or high enough that the bottom edge sits 1" above the original mounts 'Touring' mode (this is a Givi Screen which I cut the 'flip' off).
Results are excellent, with the screen fully down the bike feels 'sporty' and the air just tickles my shoulders, also with the decreased frontal area acceleration and top speed are much better! With the screen fully up, even the missus gets no turbulant 'air' on the back.
Total cost to mod 6 euros :) with a pair of bearing drawer slides.
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Made and mounted a height adjustable screen (that I can do while riding), screen now sits 1/2" in front of the bodywork allowing that equalising flow up the inside too and I can adjust the height now so that the bottom edge sits just above the headlight 'sport' mode or high enough that the bottom edge sits 1" above the original mounts 'Touring' mode (this is a Givi Screen which I cut the 'flip' off).
Results are excellent, with the screen fully down the bike feels 'sporty' and the air just tickles my shoulders, also with the decreased frontal area acceleration and top speed are much better! With the screen fully up, even the missus gets no turbulant 'air' on the back.
Total cost to mod 6 euros :) with a pair of bearing drawer slides.
Pics?
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Pics?
I'll take some tomorrow and upload them for you :)
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Here are the pics of my adjustable screen mod.
I used two drawer runners, (the type with ball bearings)
the first 3/4" were bent in a vice to allow the runners to follow the contour of the fairing.
first step is too remove the screen and the grill behind the clocks.
Next secure the two runners using the two bottom most holes on the runners (they should have a number of holes already in them) to the two bottom most screen mounting holes. (you may have to enlarge the holes on the slide slightly to allow for the standard screws), note the angle you will need to bend the slides to, then take them off and put the bottom ends in a vice (about 3/4 to 1" should do) with the slides fully extended, bend them back until the desired angle is acheived (I did this by feel, but I think about 15 degrees would do it). Once you're happy with this remount the slides to the fairing.
Once the slides are secure, measure the bottom most distance between the runners and the mount holes, I then fabricated an aluminium bar and drilled it at this spacing and then bolted it to the top most holes on the runners. Check to make sure you have a 90 degree angle between the runners and the bar, then tighten the bar tight. (I removed the set up again for the next step) using a piece of flat steel, at least 2mm thick, weld this in position just below the aluminium bar, then remove the aluminium bar. Your frame is complete.
Remove the two bolts under the grill behind the clocks, now measure between the holes and a point approximately 1/3rd up the slides. Add about 1 1/2" to this measurement, now go find some thick steel wire (the sort used in shopping carts) cut two pieces the same length and weld them to the outer edge of the slides making sure that they point toward the holes (again remove the assembly before welding).
Next bend the 1 1/2" extra length of the wire so that it forms a u or closed circle around the bolt hole, these will be your stabilisers to brace the screen against the wind.
Find a knob with a short threaded end, drill and tap a small hole approx 1-2" above one of the wire supports. This is your adjustment lock, use a small rubber washer to help prevent the knob undoing itself.
Identify the top and bottom holes on the inner slide for your screen mounting, use a 8mm nut and screw, the nut will not fit into the inner slide, but line up the screw and tighten as much as it will go, this should draw the nut into the slide and capture it there.
Now we are ready to mount the screen, Mount the screen to the bottom holes on the inner slides using the shorter standard screws ( a small spacer between the screen and the slide will help prevent the screw protruding too far into the slide. Now you can mark and drill the holes for the top mount in the screen (I used a dremmel) to line up with the captive nuts for the top mounts. Important: You will need a spacer at the top otherwise the slide will scrape down the inside of the screen when you raise and lower it, I used a pair of cavity wall rubber expanding screws (see pics) this gives about a 1" clearence between the screen and the slide at the top and has the beauty of being rubber mounted too.
Next gently slide the screen down, the bottom edge should not protrude further down than the bottom edge of the front grill, once the screen is in this position, cut out the sides of the screen to follow the profile of the mirror mounts (again see pics).
Last bit, you will need to cut two slots in the grill that goes behind the clocks, in order that the two wire braces are not in the way, (you will have to remove the two clock mounting bolts in order to get the grill back in position).
Finally, put all the bits back together, make sure it all moves freely and locks up on the knob, then go out and play.
Apologies if this is loooong winded, but it's a sort of step by step account of a seat of the pants experiment and no I'm a crap welder and not an engineer, but it works, that'll do me :)
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And some more pics of the mod:
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Yesterday I changed the slide springs in my carbs to lighter springs from a ZRX and got some nicely improved throttle response. ;D ;D
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http://forum.cog-online.org/index.php/topic,36868.msg209645.html#msg209645 (http://forum.cog-online.org/index.php/topic,36868.msg209645.html#msg209645)
Fixing up my left bag by riding 288 miles for a latch. Nice day!
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Yesterday I changed the slide springs in my carbs to lighter springs from a ZRX and got some nicely improved throttle response.
I've heard of this a few times on the site. Is this something that is an all around good idea? in other words, is it a performance only item? Does it hurt fuel mileage or anything else? Should any rejetting be done (I have SISF's "power jet kit")? Anything else to consider?
P/N please or year of bike to look for. Thanks in advance! :popcorn:
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I've heard of this a few times on the site. Is this something that is an all around good idea? in other words, is it a performance only item? Does it hurt fuel mileage or anything else? Should any rejetting be done (I have SISF's "power jet kit")? Anything else to consider?
P/N please or year of bike to look for. Thanks in advance! :popcorn:
You would have to talk to SISF if you were looking for info on what you could do with the stock carbs.
I have 36mm carbs from a 86 ZX1000R that I'm running on my bike now, and yes I would call it a "performance only" item.
I installed the carbs, along with Steve's power cams looking for more mid-range torque and increased top speed ... I've gotten both ;D
The cost so far was going from 46 mpg to 40 mpg, but I'm still working on the fine tuning. (the springs were part of the fine tuning)
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Turbojoes 36's had really stiff springs designed for the zx1000 cams. The zrx springs are softer. there are no softer springs for the 32's that I'm aware of. Because the 32's are small for these engines, the slides pull up fine with stock springs, and I wouldn't recommmend changing them. HTH, steve
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Repaired my broken left mirror and put that, and my Cee Bailey shield back on my bike.
Boy, do I like riding behind the CB compared to the 12 1/2" cut down stock shield.
Oh ya, it's nice to have both mirrors again too. ;D
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Well, I didn't do too much........ I installed the carbs that I got back from SISF, as well as the exhaust sprocket, and overflow tubes. I did a valve adjustment, installed new choke and throttle cables. Then, I installed my zzr shock and washed her.
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Not today specifically, more like over a 3 day period - New oil, new filter, new air filter, new plugs, adjust the valves, adjust the valves again, panic that the timing had jumped, new cam chain tensioner by Mark Krieger, curse loudly at her every ten or so minutes, decide that a screw kit was in order (the bike was loved at one time that much is obvious but they were not good with screws) and finally decide that my old man is a hell of a lot better wrench than I will ever be. Next up the fun stuff test ride, beers aplenty and a bath for my mistress.
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Ahh, I see you have an 03.
Fastest Color!
Ride safe, Ted
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Found and fixed my coolant leak.
Seems the PO used the wrong length screws in the front underneath the belly pan, you know, the ones that if you use too long of a screw it goes through the bottom of the coolant reservoir, or puts to much pressure on it and it cracks. Mine had a 2" crack.
He used some sort of sealer or glue and it held till about a week ago.
Cleaned it all up and re-sealed it with ABS cement. We'll see how long this fix lasts.
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Last weekend: Added 1.25" bar risers and had to adjust the fork tube height to do so. Different feel, lighter and more maneuverable. I need to take it to an empty lot and do some practice.
Last night: Made cuts in the mirror gasket and adjusted the mirror tension, reset the mirrors. Got fed up with having to adjust them (esp. the right side) once or twice each ride!
Dug into my fan problem. Riding with some slower friends earlier (*cough*mopeds*cough*) it got pretty hot during some stop and go but at least did not overheat, fan not coming on. Tried the switch bypass trick, no go. Dug into the fuses, everything in good shape there. Started messing with the connector...aHA! Loose connector. Cleaned and had to bend up the snap lock for one of the female leads, but now the fan is back to fully functional. I was worried it was going to be a full fan replacement. I want to eventually make the change to the aluminum fan but for now its functional. If they come soon, next will be cables and clutch work.
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Put faring extenders and lower scoop/deflectors back on to get ready for the cooler weather.
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Been doing body work:
From this:
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To this:
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Stephen
Project came be viewed at:
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Nice job on the repair :thumbs:
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I replaced a defective Journey 890 Shinko with another 890 that was not out of round, that replaced a Michelin Commander II that was dangerous in the rain, that replaced an Avon Venom that was starting to come apart. In the last 3k miles, I've had four different rear tires on my bike. >:(
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I pulled off the road and took this pic
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After de-badging the panels (on my dad's bike that i'm restoring) I painted all of the plastics black except for the main fairing that needs some cracks fixed first. They'll still need clear coat before they are done. Wow, was that some work. It took all day. At least clear coat will be pretty easy.
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My heart goes out to you. I have been though the process myself.
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After de-badging the panels (on my dad's bike that i'm restoring) I painted all of the plastics black except for the main fairing that needs some cracks fixed first. They'll still need clear coat before they are done. Wow, was that some work. It took all day. At least clear coat will be pretty easy.
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Adjusted valves, synced carbs, replaced plugs, replaced spark plug well, valve cover, and pickup coil gaskets, replaced front tire, installed Hot Grips, Buck's J box rebuild, Murph's petcock rebuild kit, replaced fuel filter, installed defective rear tire - doh! (Fingers crossed on replacement tire)
(http://102449.smugmug.com/Other/Motorcycles/i-hxrvNCM/0/M/IMG2482-M.jpg) (http://102449.smugmug.com/Other/Motorcycles/15527568_t2H8pM#!i=2116353870&k=hxrvNCM&lb=1&s=A)
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Installed the Bergman SPOOFAK kit with Mobile 1 Synthetic and modified belly pan so no more pulling plastic to change the oil (!!), checked the tires, adjusted the shock from position 2 to 3, added air to it, went for a ride. Nice!
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Continued the fine tuning on my 36mm carbs.
I moved a washer from above the c-clip's on the needle's, to below the clip's and got rid of a flat spot I was getting with slight throttle increases at 2000 rpm's.
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I pulled the wheel with the defective tire today, feeling hopeful its replacement will arrive tomorrow. I was working solo and faced the struggle to raise and lower the wheel into place. I tried one of the tools of the trade and it worked perfectly ;D
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I also used my Dremel to cut a few inches from the rear fender. This allowed tire clearance with the center stand on a 1x rather than a 2x.
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What a great use for a Sphygmomanometer - I may have to go looking for some of my old ones!!!
Other ideas now racing through my head!!!!
Stephen
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Fitted a K&N air filter :) not for any performance increases etc, just for the fact that it requires less maintenance. But I must say the bike is a lot smoother for the experience.
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Coolant Flush Day!!!!
Stephen
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Actually, Thursday Night...........................
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What A Great Night!!!!!!!!!!!
First time ever riding 'Conja' during the rebuild process. I am still shaking!!!!! Holy Crap!!!!
Because of this:
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I had to do this (Honda CT-70 Tank):
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To Do This:
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Stephen
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Today's little project
Green and White LED's installed
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Stephen
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Got sick of looking at the cat crap brown/tan (aka "old man buick brown") of my '05. What oh what were you thinking Mama Kaw? Here is the result from starting last weekend. Fixed a few cracks, replaced a couple missing tabs, painted and buffed everything out. It feels faster now too! Some black pinstriping and she will be all set! Oh yeah, thanks Murph for the (as usual) extra fast delivery of the stainless steel fastener kit! 8)
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By chance do you mean "Boring Beige" ???
Your blue paint job looks good; looks like an 01 Smurf Blue now....
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Great looking blue. Nice work, more photos!! I like the mirrors
Got sick of looking at the cat crap brown/tan (aka "old man buick brown") of my '05. What oh what were you thinking Mama Kaw? Here is the result from starting last weekend. Fixed a few cracks, replaced a couple missing tabs, painted and buffed everything out. It feels faster now too! Some black pinstriping and she will be all set! Oh yeah, thanks Murph for the (as usual) extra fast delivery of the stainless steel fastener kit! 8)
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Scheduled an appointment at a local performance tuning shop for Mon. 9:30am for some Dyno runs to get a baseline of where she currently stands. (feels good by my "seat of the pants" dyno)
This will give me a direction to go over the cold months when I can do some bench tuning. (have to take the carb bank apart to replace the fuel transfer o-rings)
Then in the spring I'll get to see how much closer to perfect I am.
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Great looking blue. Nice work, more photos!! I like the mirrors
Thanks F-106! You were the inspiration for that added touch. After reading your recent post and pics I figured as long as Connie was all apart, a little extra sanding and spraying would help to set her apart and look much nicer! Alas, Mother Nature and Wisconsin are combining forces and soon it will be time to tuck her away for the winter again. Black ice and high speed beef (deer) are more than I care to tangle with on two wheels..... ;)
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Great looking blue. Nice work, more photos!! I like the mirrors
D I T T O ! ! ! ! ! !
(Wheels are a spinin' in the old noggin')
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Well, thank you very much. I do not know what to say. You know, that trunk you have there would look good two-tone. I'm just saying. :stirpot: :stirpot: :stirpot:
Thanks F-106! You were the inspiration for that added touch. After reading your recent post and pics I figured as long as Connie was all apart, a little extra sanding and spraying would help to set her apart and look much nicer! Alas, Mother Nature and Wisconsin are combining forces and soon it will be time to tuck her away for the winter again. Black ice and high speed beef (deer) are more than I care to tangle with on two wheels..... ;)
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You know, that trunk you have there would look good two-tone. I'm just saying
Hah! Don't think I haven't considered that as well....and I do have extra base & clear coat left! 8)
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That would make for a good weekend project. I would like to see it when you get it done. :) :)
Hah! Don't think I haven't considered that as well....and I do have extra base & clear coat left! 8)
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More fine tuning on my 36mm carbs, cut two coils off my slide springs.
Initial result was increased throttle response, feels at least as good, or better than the stock 32's now.
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Oh ya, on the 9th I did some Dyno runs to get a baseline on where I am now, so I can get some measurable data to work from instead of just my "seat of the pants" dyno.
My peak numbers were, 61.7 for torque and 95.9 for horsepower.
Still waiting for charts, printer cartridge was out of ink.
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Took her to the beach!
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Took her to the beach!
That is really a nice paint job! Very nice color (not sonic). I can't wait to get mine finished. Mine will be black - all black. Now i'm debating on painting the mirror fronts to be gloss instead of matte after seeing yours.
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Thank you! Not bad I agree for being done in the garage over the course of two weekends and less than $150 invested in primer, paint and clear. I used the Colorite pre=mix stuff you can buy at pretty much any Advance Auto or Autozone. Done with both a conventional and HVLP gravity feed gun ( I prefer the conventional FWIW). Tank decals are from an ebay vendor; can't remember his user name, but he sells good stuff!
The inspiration for the painted mirror housings came from F106; in some pics he posted of his bike after he painted his, I was amazed how much it set the bike apart and how much better it looked. The effort required to do it is minimal too. The most time consuming part is probably taping off everything you don't want painted.
All in all, I was nervous doing it, but figured as much as I disliked the '05 disgusting tan/brown/whatever it's supposed to be color Mama Kaw had as a leftover, I couldn't possibly make it look worse than it did! I've done my fair share of body work before, sprayed primer, but never basecoat/clearcoat, or much less sanded and rubbed it out, but I smile (more) now when I see her and how much better it looks!
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Beautiful Color!!! Great Job - Got me thinking now about a full color change since I am already this far - Just some more tear down and prep work.....
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Sayyyy, that looks very familiar! I was wrong in my post about the paint being from Colorite; it's from Dupli-color. They have a burnt orange metallic that sounded interesting, but I couldn't really find enough pictures of that to see if I would like it or not, so went with their Deep Blue metallic. Good luck with your paint job, whatever color you decide to go with! :thumbs:
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That's the same paint I'm using. I painted mine in the back yard. I was going to use the lime-green but just couldn't do it. So I used black and clear. Pretty easy stuff to work with and dries quick. Now I need to buff and polish it all. I got some 2000 grit and a few different compounds. Any suggestions or leasons learned from this paint? I'l let it dry a few more weeks.
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It was pretty straight forward as far as anything else I've watched being done. I used 2000 grit as well. Just keep it well lubricated with lots of water (with a few drops of dish washing detergent), light pressure and stay away from edges; you will cut through the clear on an edge faster than you can bat an eye. Once you have the clear nice and smooth (if you look across it in the light, you can easily see any orange peel effect), it's time for rubbing compound followed by finishing compound. The difference is in the cutting ability. Rubbing compound will cut faster since it's "grittier". I used a double action orbital (Porter-Cable) polisher to do the pieces after rubbing them out with the 2000 grit paper. It's a lot easier to go easy and have to sand a little more than it is to have to re-shoot the clear. Take your time and I'm sure you will be pleased! ;D :chugbeer:
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That's funny about the "lots of water and soap". I wet sanded the large side panels standing in the shower in a bathing suit with them. Everything else was in the kitchen sink with a towel as a pad. I haven't tackled the main fairing, it needs repairs. I just have a large scale 10-12" rotary buffer so I guess I will do it by hand - we'll see. Drill pads are about useless. Maybe Santa will bring me a smaller scale one. Everything pretty much came out like glass except for the rearward portion of the front fender, it has orange peel. I mat sand it and just clear coat that section so the fork tube and brace will obscure the finish line.
I'm still debating the mirrors. They are a little faded so I need to decide matte or gloss black.
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Harbor Fereight has a pneumatic orbital (Jitterbug) sander that works well with water.
Think it cost about $35.00....
I used one when I did my bike.
Had a Cookie sheet with 1/4 of water in it to soak the paper. Used a water hose to trickle water onto the parts I was sanding.
If you do the mirrors, definitely use gloss black. They can be disassembled to make it easier to sand/paint them...
ride safe, Ted
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I wet sanded the large side panels standing in the shower in a bathing suit with them.
Now that's getting intimate with your bike! Does your wife know?? :thumbs:
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Yeah she came in to check on me. Just laughed, shook her head, and left.
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Yeah she came in to check on me. Just laughed, shook her head, and left.
Kinda like the question "why does a dog hang it's head outside the open window of a moving car?" (which translates to why do men ride motorcycles when a car would get you there more comfortably) to which the answer is "If you have to ask the question, you wouldn't understand the answer".
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OMG, you just never quit, do you!!?? NOW I have to make these.....(excellent idea by the way! :chugbeer:)
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I got to meet, eat and ride with a couple of nice guys starting at The Grist Mill in East Troy, WI. And after we ate, we rode around the area until I had to split off at Eagle. I was having my kids over for my birthday/Packer party.
Nice riding weather today for December in WI. 55F !
And the Packers won! and the Bears lost, and the Lions lost, and, of course, the Vikings lost. So a good day all around.
http://youtu.be/fDbCe5ylC9I (http://youtu.be/fDbCe5ylC9I)