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[DukeRed]

OMG . I had no idea that a inline 4 would be so different to a twin of same cc.
I feel like I have to ride everywhere with stupidly high revs.
Hardly any engine braking, 14k redline, gas guzzler and general hoon behaviour.

OK a few questions.

1. It's got an aftermarket exhaust system (whole shebang). I very much doubt it's been set up properly, would this have an effect on the fuel consumption and performance because at the moment it feels a bit steep 8quid = 160km, 100miles?
2. The rev counter light is out, how do I go about replacing that?
3. The speedo is in km and isn't linked to the front wheel, can I use the blue motrax convertor on it still?
4. Theres a touring scottoiler on it but it is out of oil and isn't properly set up from what I gather. How do I set it up and where does the dripper bit go. (Iv'e heard I have to adjust it for temperature).
5. How the hell do I start off? At the moment I totally over rev and then stutter off the line.
6. My front brakes buzz when I put them on is this meant to happen? There braided so maybe that makes a difference.
7. How do I easily get out fucked screws?

But other than that it drives like a dream, steering is light and responsive and it just generally feels good
If anyone can answer any of them that would be great.

Cheers
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[fazed]

Can only possibly answer 2 of those .

1. Doubt it will make much difference to the fuel usage unless it's running very rich can normally tell by fumes from the exhaust , best bet is to get it on the dyno and let them fiddle with it you will then get the best of both world's spot on mixture and best power output.

3. Motrax thingy yes it will work get the upper assembly one though. :

Hope this help's.

fazed.

[DukeRed]

Cheers,
can anyone help with any more?
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[Robby]

Your fuel consumption is fine, you're getting about 40-45mpg there. The exhaust system will make it run lean if its not set up right. Lean uses less fuel.

Rev counter light should just pop in behind it - find wiring behind rev counter, pull out old bulb, pop in new one.

Easy way to find out if you can use the blue motrax thing - I'm pretty sure its the speedo end one so you can.

Dripper bit sits either touching or very close to the rear sprocket. You need to have oil in it for it to work.

You should have learn clutch control on your CBT. Be gentle and it will come in time. If its really rough pulling away you could have warped clutch plates.

The front brake on my old VX800 buzzed with normal EBC pads but less with ferodos. I don't think it was warped, it worked. I let it buzz a little.

Fucked screws are best removed with an impact driver.

[DukeRed]

Cheers robby, I will go take my CBT again .
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[MarJay]

I've just spent ages replying to this in the workshop... Thanks for the double post!

{edit}Oh well...https://www.bikechatforums.com/viewtopic.php?t=40662{edit}
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