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Forum: Parallel Universe 03-25-2013, 06:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 622
Posted By chadams
Yep, that's my bike (and my messy house), they...

Yep, that's my bike (and my messy house), they are all cheap ebay lights, low beam is as bright as a candle (useless)... high beam was a bit better 4" HID ebay spots, one spot beam and the other a...
Forum: Parallel Universe 11-25-2012, 01:41 AM
Replies: 192
Views: 17,720
Posted By chadams
Looks like a tidy setup, any details on the forks...

Looks like a tidy setup, any details on the forks and custom triples? What wheel are you running?
Forum: Parallel Universe 11-23-2012, 01:24 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,530
Posted By chadams
Here you go ...

Here you go

http://www.motorcycleinfo.co.uk/index.cfm?fa=contentGeneric.nvxszdkebklxuaer&pageId=428065
Forum: Parallel Universe 11-07-2012, 04:30 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,751
Posted By chadams
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=73...

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=730020

We really need to try and get all the fuel pump / filter information together. I've been running an external filter for a while now, same...
Forum: Australia 08-24-2012, 02:22 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,459
Posted By chadams
I had a ball late last year up there. The best...

I had a ball late last year up there. The best part is it is easy to park the bike, just spin the wheel and dig it in..

Parked...
Forum: Road warriors 07-26-2012, 05:58 PM
Replies: 4,401
Views: 689,359
Posted By chadams
http://www.conti-online.com/generator/www/de/en/co...

http://www.conti-online.com/generator/www/de/en/continental/motorcycle/themes/motorcycletires/enduro/tkc_80/tkc_80_en.html

There pdf must not be up to date as they list a 120/17 front and ay...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-05-2012, 12:30 AM
Replies: 507
Views: 188,262
Posted By chadams
pics please with boxes on a F800GS ...

pics please with boxes on a F800GS ...
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-03-2012, 07:28 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,530
Posted By chadams
Thumb I haven't run a controller for the last...

I haven't run a controller for the last 70,000km... it was cutting out on me around 30,000k, so it got the chop
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-03-2012, 05:58 AM
Replies: 262
Views: 32,514
Posted By chadams
If the motor is at top dead centre there is very...

If the motor is at top dead centre there is very little tension on the back side of the chain where the tensioner puts it pressure. You can than start the tensioner thread by hand with no force.
Forum: Parallel Universe 07-03-2012, 05:53 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,530
Posted By chadams
That's what I thought, but after 700km it still...

That's what I thought, but after 700km it still would cut out at idle :D
Forum: Parallel Universe 06-30-2012, 08:44 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,530
Posted By chadams
Yes, housing and electrical plug are a match....

Yes, housing and electrical plug are a match. Problem is either flow rate or spin up time

I will try another brand next now the rest of the bike is running fine and will post my results
Forum: Parallel Universe 06-30-2012, 01:34 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,530
Posted By chadams
So I tried one of the cheap eBay ones... It...

So I tried one of the cheap eBay ones... It fitted fine, but at the same time I replace my external fuel filter, air filter, spark plugs, clean the ica, cleaned the air box and all connected sensors,...
Forum: Parallel Universe 06-03-2012, 03:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,292
Posted By chadams
You would be best to look for a car fuel cell if...

You would be best to look for a car fuel cell if you want to go 27lt on the back. Most of the bike tanks like adv-tank or nomads are only a little over 7lt.
Forum: Parallel Universe 05-27-2012, 10:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,112
Posted By chadams
in black with luggage over it would would not...

in black with luggage over it would would not even see it... so how much will it cost?
Forum: Parallel Universe 05-24-2012, 05:44 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,530
Posted By chadams
Opel Tigra Vectra B Zafira 99-05 FUEL PUMP OPEL...

Opel Tigra Vectra B Zafira 99-05 FUEL PUMP OPEL 815037

I think I found it on one of the other forums.....
Forum: Australia 05-24-2012, 05:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 763
Posted By chadams
Try watching them fitting the rear wheel for...

Try watching them fitting the rear wheel for 1.5hours :evil Luckily it was for warranty work so no extra charge.. In the time it took them to change the chain and sprocket I've managed to to swap...
Forum: Australia 05-19-2012, 02:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 994
Posted By chadams
130/90 - 17 works ok on the rear, I've run both...

130/90 - 17 works ok on the rear, I've run both mt21 and d606 for the last 75,000km on my f800gs. My bikes off the road at the moment getting the rear wheel relaced with a 18" by 2.5" excel rim so...
Forum: Parallel Universe 05-13-2012, 03:26 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 7,489
Posted By chadams
Wicked Be careful doing this mod if you are using a rear...

Be careful doing this mod if you are using a rear rack tank like a nomad or advtank as the main tank will leak around the filler cap. I found this out the hard way with 7 lt of fuel on my floor...
Forum: Parallel Universe 05-04-2012, 03:48 PM
Replies: 887
Views: 77,899
Posted By chadams
Nice work I'd be interested in hearing about the...

Nice work I'd be interested in hearing about the change in power delivery with the lighten parts?
Forum: Australia 04-21-2012, 10:51 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 8,392
Posted By chadams
I have been wearing one of these for about...

I have been wearing one of these for about 6months now, they are great value for money. One of the best features is being able to wear goggles with the visor up or down. Most of the other dual...
Forum: Parallel Universe 04-08-2012, 05:27 AM
Replies: 262
Views: 32,514
Posted By chadams
I thought the same but the inner plates on the ...

I thought the same but the inner plates on the 82 RH 2015 are different, the teeth are not as sharp, they have a rounded profile. It will fit but would jump, so a no go, stick with the OEM until...
Forum: Parallel Universe 03-26-2012, 04:19 AM
Replies: 869
Views: 126,522
Posted By chadams
Flash if you do go down the path of fixing,...

Flash if you do go down the path of fixing, ensure all the suspension / swingarm bearings are checked and replaced where needed as a collapsed bearing could be a factor in the failure...
Forum: Australia 03-22-2012, 12:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 617
Posted By chadams
Thanks Matt for the link :evil

Thanks Matt for the link :evil
Forum: Australia 03-21-2012, 05:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 617
Posted By chadams
Touratech parts?

Who has any experience buying touratech gear from overseas abd shipping it to Australia?
I'm looking at the f800gs tank it retails in Europe for approx $1000 and here it is $1958.
Forum: OZ Vendors 03-21-2012, 04:10 AM
Replies: 805
Views: 74,973
Posted By chadams
Thanks but when I rang one of the larger dealers...

Thanks but when I rang one of the larger dealers listed they didn't know what Mitas tires were? There seems to be a disconnect between the dealers and http://www.motorcycletyres.net.au. After being...
Forum: OZ Vendors 03-21-2012, 12:20 AM
Replies: 805
Views: 74,973
Posted By chadams
Stock in Sydney?

Can anyone point me to a shop that stocks Mitas tires in Sydney (north or west)?
Forum: Parallel Universe 03-02-2012, 10:20 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,667
Posted By chadams
I put a set of DCPR 8 E IX at 60,000km due to...

I put a set of DCPR 8 E IX at 60,000km due to them lasting longer. The stock plugs I found were good for about 30,000km (this will vary for everyone pending riding conditions / fuel / servicing,...
Forum: Parallel Universe 02-28-2012, 07:51 PM
Replies: 262
Views: 32,514
Posted By chadams
Just on 90,000km, but the chain was bad from...

Just on 90,000km, but the chain was bad from 60,000km
Forum: Parallel Universe 02-28-2012, 01:57 AM
Replies: 262
Views: 32,514
Posted By chadams
Just finished and went for a test ride all is...

Just finished and went for a test ride all is good. The motor has never been so quiet even when new.

Total time for the job was about 5 hours and the parts I change was the cam chain, tensioner...
Forum: Parallel Universe 02-27-2012, 02:04 PM
Replies: 262
Views: 32,514
Posted By chadams
I removed one pin from the new chain, then pushed...

I removed one pin from the new chain, then pushed one pin to the outer link of the old chain then used this old pin to link the two chains.
Forum: Parallel Universe 02-27-2012, 01:49 AM
Replies: 262
Views: 32,514
Posted By chadams
Theory to Practice....

Well the theory worked, chains on and timings done. Tomorrow I'll put the covers back on and all the plastic back together. To do the job you'll need a cam chain tool, I used a cheap one off ebay...
Forum: Parallel Universe 02-23-2012, 03:54 PM
Replies: 262
Views: 32,514
Posted By chadams
Correct outside to outside, the 82RH2015 has...

Correct outside to outside, the 82RH2015 has thicker outer plates, but all the original inter plates will be retained/ reused.
Forum: Parallel Universe 02-21-2012, 12:37 PM
Replies: 262
Views: 32,514
Posted By chadams
I test fitted to the front guide and there is a...

I test fitted to the front guide and there is a lot of room
Forum: Parallel Universe 02-21-2012, 03:04 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 18,285
Posted By chadams
Has anyone been able to keep their old cracked...

Has anyone been able to keep their old cracked tank and if so would you be willing to send it to me in Australia? :evil
Forum: Parallel Universe 02-21-2012, 02:19 AM
Replies: 262
Views: 32,514
Posted By chadams
Cam Chain Master Link - Use at your own risk....

Given I'm not riding at the moment waiting for a new cam chain I've started playing with the old one that I've taken off the bike. So I've been able to split and rejoin the stock chain, only issue...
Forum: Australia 02-18-2012, 06:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,044
Posted By chadams
Cartoscope maps look great, thanks for sharing...

Cartoscope maps look great, thanks for sharing...
Forum: Parallel Universe 02-14-2012, 06:33 PM
Replies: 262
Views: 32,514
Posted By chadams
Yes, that's what I've done on my practice runs,...

Yes, that's what I've done on my practice runs, once the chain turns up, hopefuly soon (6 weeks express from Germany) I'll post some pics.
Forum: Parallel Universe 02-14-2012, 02:14 PM
Replies: 262
Views: 32,514
Posted By chadams
I have ordered a stock cam chainand have been...

I have ordered a stock cam chainand have been playing with the old one. If you use a chain press and slide the pin to the outer plate it can be re-used / re-linked. I've had about nine practice...
Forum: Parallel Universe 02-13-2012, 12:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 930
Posted By chadams
15/47

Best gearing I've run on the bike so far is 15/47, it transform the bike. It felt to me more like riding a thumper then a twin, heaps of front wheel lift in first and second gear.

The down side...
Forum: Parallel Universe 02-10-2012, 02:48 AM
Replies: 262
Views: 32,514
Posted By chadams
f800gs part number.... finally found one...

f800gs part number.... finally found one 98XRH2015

Now where to but one with a master link

http://www.orakorbike.sk/!img/upload/file/morse_retaze.pdf


PS: Why I have so much interest in...
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