Forum: Thumpers
05-09-2013, 06:58 AM
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Originally Posted by jackanory View Post
I...
Originally Posted by jackanory View Post
I routed my fuel lines the way I saw it had been done in this thread.
Remember that we have alcohol fuels to deal with now. It vaporizes easier than gas...
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Forum: Thumpers
03-18-2013, 08:19 AM
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I have been working on "every" type of 2 wheel...
I have been working on "every" type of 2 wheel motorized vehicle since 1958. I totally agree with 2old2getold; you can drill jets with good results and I've been doing it for decades. Drilling a hole...
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Forum: Thumpers
09-30-2012, 01:40 PM
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I would not be afraid to heat the shaft and...
I would not be afraid to heat the shaft and straighten it enough to remove it or still use it. If you think about it, the case was strong enough to bend the shaft to the rear without breaking and the...
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Forum: Thumpers
09-26-2012, 03:51 PM
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Forum: Thumpers
07-04-2012, 04:11 PM
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That may be repairable if it is just the lead...
That may be repairable if it is just the lead wire broken between the coil windings and lead connecter. I have seen coils (lighting-cdi-trigger-charging) with the leads broken right where they come...
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Forum: Thumpers
07-01-2012, 08:09 AM
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Forum: Thumpers
10-26-2010, 12:41 PM
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Forum: Thumpers
10-26-2010, 12:24 PM
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Forum: Thumpers
09-05-2010, 09:14 AM
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Forum: Thumpers
06-22-2010, 07:18 AM
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Stiff clutch pull
Hey guys, make sure to check the routing of the clutch cable. If it is tied down too tight or makes a sharp bend anywhere it will be extremely hard to pull.
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Forum: Thumpers
04-25-2010, 11:07 AM
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Nikitino
It sounds to me like you have a slightly bent fork tube. The easiest way to find out is to get the front wheel off the ground - loosen the bolts on the triple tree one side at a time and turn the...
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Forum: Thumpers
03-08-2010, 09:11 AM
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Liza
It is not unusual for an aluminum bike rim to crack from the spot where it was welded from the factory
Just pull the rear wheel-remove tire & rim band-take it to a "REAL" welding shop and let them...
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Forum: Thumpers
07-21-2009, 03:19 PM
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Forum: Thumpers
07-21-2009, 11:45 AM
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seat mod
The density of the carpet pad is similar to the original foam, a lot cheaper and easier to find than alternatives. (quite sturdy also)
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Forum: Thumpers
07-19-2009, 06:40 AM
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seat mod
Hey guys, here is a mod I did to the seat on my 96 se model. I didn't like the way the seat fit as it would keep pushing me forward all the time because of the slant so I tried to reshape and level...
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Forum: Thumpers
05-03-2008, 07:18 AM
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homemade luggage & pannier racks
I have added some more photos of the finished racks and ortlieb bags. The luggage rack was made from conduit because that is what I had laying around at the time but if I were doing it again I'd use...
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Forum: Thumpers
05-01-2008, 03:48 PM
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I built my own in 1 afternoon out of 5/8 square...
I built my own in 1 afternoon out of 5/8 square steel tubing. You need a torch to make the bends but it is really easy. I just flattened the end of the tube and drilled it for the mounts.(easier than...
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Forum: Airheads
01-15-2005, 05:47 AM
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