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Bhud World Chat Champion
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Posted: 00:59 - 14 Apr 2019 Post subject: |
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Rusty, holed exhaust downpipe repair using a section of mild steel pipe.
Offending section removing by cutting. Inner sleeve fabricated (mostly for thickness, just to stop the welding blowing more holes in the pipe). New section of pipe welded on, and welds smoothed out with angle grinder.
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Posted: 01:05 - 15 Apr 2019 Post subject: |
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Finally finished Gixxer.
Replaced steering damper fluid with ATF. Originally was going to use 15w suspension fluid (as per internet recommendations to replace the 10w), but I did a test run with ATF and found I liked that it was slightly easier to move, slightly less damping.
https://i.imgur.com/ivYuLbh.jpg
In fact, the whole bike is now easier to ride. Have backed out the suspension settings to rely more on the heavier springs and so far so good. It turns faster / easier, is more comfortable but doesn't bounce about. Happy days
https://i.imgur.com/uUccJue.jpg
It's taken me 6 weeks (about 8 days).
* Ktech 120Nm rear spring (not specifically for this bike, required a custom 80mm washer). 114Nm standard (according to Racetech).
* Silkolene 7.5w shock fluid (made my own shock reservoir charge pump adapter). 5w standard.
* Ktech 1.1 kg/mm front fork springs (stiffest they do for the bike). 0.98kg standard (according to Racetech).
* Silkolene 10w RSF fork fluid. 5w standard.
* Replace Steering Damper fluid with ATF for less damping. 10w standard (according to internet).
* Greased rear suspension linkages / bearings.
* Greased headstock bearings.
* Pumped and cleaned break calipers + new fluid.
* Replaced coolant.
* Replaced engine oil.
* Replaced spark plugs.
* Replaced air filter with BMC.
* Adjusted headlight aim.
* Adjusted chain.
* Painted the oil rad guard.
* Painted some chips on edge and underside fuel tank.
* Cleaned / greased every nut/bolt that came off.
* Cleaned / waxed the bike.
Did however break a few eggs:
1. Snapped the steering damper sensor connector locking tab when trying to undo it (the bike has a mix of push/pull tabs and I made a mistake).
Is currently held in place my a cable tie, but actually its on there tight and has made it easier to get the thing done/undone.
2. Snapped a lug holding the dash display in place. Was removing as per normal when adjusting headlight and the plastic lug snapped. I must have used too much lateral force. Took the dash apart and put a screw through from the inside into some PVC pipe, which now acts as the missing lug. A proper bodge, but it works and cant be seen.
3. Damper adjusters on the forks lockout when being undone, but not when increasing damping, they just spin at the end. I'm not sure how much of an issue this is as I know the turn counts. I've had the forks apart again, but still have the issue.
The oddities:
1. The Ktech rear spring is 120Nm and the standard (according to Racetech) was 114Nm. Only a 5% gain. But the ktech spring is huge, it weighs 40% more than the standard, has an extra coil to standard. And the rear now only moves 15mm and the ride is pretty solid to standard. Not harsh though. Either because I'm not requiring so much damping, or using a higher viscosity shock oil, the ride is solid but not hard if that makes sense. Vastly more than 5% difference.
2 .The oil that came out the forks (35cst@40c) seemed thicker than what I put in (47cst@40c). The springs that came out were actually 5% heavier than those put in (which claimed to be 10% stiffer).
I'm guessing the springs were made of different materials and the original fork oil was perhaps mineral based (started off thicker, but quickly thins).
In general, fluid wise, I seemed to be replacing old thicker fluid with new thinner fluid. But on paper the new fluids were 30% thicker. I suspect its down to mineral vs synthetic.
Bike feels planted and predictable, easy to change direction (but not flighty), firm but better at absorbing bumps.
For a first run, got lucky. Only thing I've changed on return was to add a turn of rear preload + adjust headlight aim.
Looking forward to riding it now
Last edited by Pigeon on 21:34 - 16 Apr 2019; edited 1 time in total |
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Posted: 01:27 - 15 Apr 2019 Post subject: |
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That's a tough one to follow!
I errr... replaced one of my horns that wasn't working and um... polished the stanchions with Autosol while I was there ____________________ Husqvarna Vitpilen 401, Yamaha XSR700, Honda Rebel, Yamaha DT175, Suzuki SV650 (loan) Fazer 600, Keeway Superlight 125, 50cc turd scooter |
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Posted: 17:57 - 17 Apr 2019 Post subject: |
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Replaced both levers on the R1 (changed to OEM from chinky stubbys a previous owner fitted). While doing it found the clutch cable was on its last legs, glad it didn't snap while out and about.
Carry a spare so replaced and a new replacement ordered, job jobbed.
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Posted: 21:48 - 18 Apr 2019 Post subject: |
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Made the silencer noisier.
Chopped some internal metal away using a grinder. Should shake the neighbours ornaments now. ____________________ CCM 404 DS |
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Posted: 23:16 - 18 Apr 2019 Post subject: |
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Slightly missed the boat, but sold my XJ yesterday.
Now trying to decide what to do with the money - I always put money from vehicles back into vehicles, it's a thing of mine.
1. Put a big chunk of it into my Silver Wing, get it properly up together.
2. Swap the Wing plus cash for a newer, better one.
3. Take the Katana out of mothballs and use that for the Summer, just for a change
4. Add to the fleet - this isn't really a sensible option, but my finger was hovering over the button when a really clean MZ 301 Tour came to my attention, I really fancy a usable 2 smoke, just for gits and shizzles. ____________________ Things get better with age; I'm close to being magnificent........
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Posted: 10:31 - 19 Apr 2019 Post subject: |
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Insured it.
I shall later be taxing it.
Then ...
I'm not sure.
It's been a while.
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Posted: 13:41 - 19 Apr 2019 Post subject: |
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hellkat wrote: | Insured it.
I shall later be taxing it.
Then ...
I'm not sure.
It's been a while.
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There's this strange new concept floating around. It seems some folks are actuallly riding them these days!
It's ok, I'm not one of them. ____________________ Chickenystripgeezer's Biking Life (Latest update 19/10/18) Belgium, France, Italy, Austria tour 2016 Picos de Europa, Pyrenees and French Alps tour 2017 Scotland Trip 1, now with BONUS FEATURE edit, 5/10/19, on page 2 Scotland Trip 2 Luxembourg, Black Forest, Switzerland, Vosges Trip 2017
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Posted: 23:36 - 19 Apr 2019 Post subject: |
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Well sidecar ended up coming off recently due to a snapped connector, which has been replaced. Been doing some work and pricing up some work for that.
These lights from a ford escort arrived a few days ago so got get some clamps and then wire them up. Since the sidecar got fitted last Friday I've done about 400 miles which isn't bad.
Also acquired some leading link forks which will be going on very soon.
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Posted: 08:43 - 20 Apr 2019 Post subject: |
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I fuckin aced it.
Been off the road over three years, and just got back on as if it were yesterday.
I had forgotten how torquey it is
I have had to revive muscles I had forgotten I owned.
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Posted: 12:05 - 20 Apr 2019 Post subject: |
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hellkat wrote: | I fuckin aced it.
Been off the road over three years, and just got back on as if it were yesterday.
I had forgotten how torquey it is
I have had to revive muscles I had forgotten I owned.
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Did we ever get pictures of the bike you brought back from Italy? ____________________ Chickenystripgeezer's Biking Life (Latest update 19/10/18) Belgium, France, Italy, Austria tour 2016 Picos de Europa, Pyrenees and French Alps tour 2017 Scotland Trip 1, now with BONUS FEATURE edit, 5/10/19, on page 2 Scotland Trip 2 Luxembourg, Black Forest, Switzerland, Vosges Trip 2017
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Posted: 14:53 - 20 Apr 2019 Post subject: |
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Loads.
I posted them on the thread that was started by the girl who DIDN'T buy it. Can't remember what it was called. I'll see if I can find some. They're probably on my Facebook somewhere.
(edit: https://www.facebook.com/hellkatjen/media_set?set=a.10153570251839691&type=3)
That one is currently the other one that is off the road
It only needs a bit of a twiddle with its starter electrics, and an MOT.
They were both locked up in a garage with a broken locking mechanism, so had to stay there and ended up out of MOT and wasting away.
Still, they're out now! ____________________ Not nearly as interesting in real life. |
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Posted: 15:13 - 20 Apr 2019 Post subject: |
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hellkat wrote: | Loads.
I posted them on the thread that was started by the girl who DIDN'T buy it. Can't remember what it was called. I'll see if I can find some. They're probably on my Facebook somewhere.
(edit: https://www.facebook.com/hellkatjen/media_set?set=a.10153570251839691&type=3)
That one is currently the other one that is off the road
It only needs a bit of a twiddle with its starter electrics, and an MOT.
They were both locked up in a garage with a broken locking mechanism, so had to stay there and ended up out of MOT and wasting away.
Still, they're out now! |
Any non-FB ones? ____________________ Chickenystripgeezer's Biking Life (Latest update 19/10/18) Belgium, France, Italy, Austria tour 2016 Picos de Europa, Pyrenees and French Alps tour 2017 Scotland Trip 1, now with BONUS FEATURE edit, 5/10/19, on page 2 Scotland Trip 2 Luxembourg, Black Forest, Switzerland, Vosges Trip 2017
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Posted: 20:43 - 20 Apr 2019 Post subject: |
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The bike now opens and closes the garage door ____________________ Chances are quite high you are not in my Monkeysphere, and I don't care about you. Don't take it personally.
Currently : Royal Enfield 350 Meteor
Previously : CB100N > CB250RS > XJ900F > GT550 > GPZ750R/1000RX > AJS M16 > R100RT > Bullet 500 > CB500 > LS650P > Bullet Electra X & YBR125 > Bullet 350 "Superstar" & YBR125 Custom > Royal Enfield Classic 500 Despatch Limited Edition (28 of 200) & CB Two-Fifty Nighthawk > ER5 |
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The Shaggy D.A. wrote: | The bike now opens and closes the garage door |
That's nothing. Mine goes out for a ride by itself, so I don't have to bother ____________________ Chickenystripgeezer's Biking Life (Latest update 19/10/18) Belgium, France, Italy, Austria tour 2016 Picos de Europa, Pyrenees and French Alps tour 2017 Scotland Trip 1, now with BONUS FEATURE edit, 5/10/19, on page 2 Scotland Trip 2 Luxembourg, Black Forest, Switzerland, Vosges Trip 2017
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Old Thread Alert!
The last post was made 5 years, 5 days ago. Instead of replying here, would creating a new thread be more useful? |
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