Forum: Thumpers
01-01-2013, 09:44 AM
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Views: 263
XR250/RM125 hybrid.....
There have been XL250 engines in RM 125/PE 175 chassis projects,but does anyone know of the use of a XR250 engine in those frames? I'm considering that type of project next,and presently looking for...
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Forum: Vendors
11-12-2012, 12:18 PM
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Replies: 0
Views: 174
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Forum: Trials
07-23-2012, 04:39 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 951
Goodyear..
Thanks,fellas,for the info. I'd prefer a matching (brand) set of tires for my application,even if they're another brand other than Goodyear. (I have several of them-NOS-but not in a size combo that...
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Forum: Trials
07-23-2012, 01:50 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 951
vintage Goodyear tires...
I'm looking for a set of 19" trials tires, 4.00 and 3.50. I believe that Goodyear manufactured both sizes under their 'Eagle R/T' title....does anyone know for certain about the 4.00 size ??
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Forum: Thumpers
06-24-2012, 07:50 AM
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Replies: 5,970
Views: 1,069,019
XR40 lighting...again......
Guys,
I've searched and searched for sources regarding upgrading the headlight when using the stock (2003) charging system with whatever (LED,HID,etc.,etc.), nothing found. Is that the situation...
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Forum: Equipment
03-19-2012, 03:29 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,282
The One folding trailer....
I'd like to hear from any owner/user of this product:
http://www.theusatrailerstore.com/motorcycle-trailer-and-hitch/fmt-a-single-rail-folding-motorcycle-trailer/
Sam in IN
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Forum: 2 smokers
02-02-2012, 08:08 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 2,943
RE:Klotz
The tech people at Klotz were very helpful ,as I had the same interests.....To make a long story short,yes,there's still the aromatic blend available,however,I was told that storing it (rather than...
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Forum: 2 smokers
01-30-2012, 12:08 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,646
RE:Classic IZH
Greeting,Alberto!
The Soviet bikes are always interesting. You've got a great looking machine. Please continue to share your experiences.
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Forum: 2 smokers
01-30-2012, 11:59 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 6,376
RE:Frontera
"...Here's my rider..."
Pretty nice,nsu. 'Round these here parts,this 'un is a keeper.....:D
G/R-The Wassell tank is long gone..sorry....It (finally) found a new owner at MidOhio.....Scarce as...
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Forum: 2 smokers
01-28-2012, 04:49 AM
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Replies: 34
Views: 6,376
RE: Frontera
"...Is that a Triumph/BSA tank? It looks good on the Bul..."
Yes,it is,nsu. I found it on ebay for him,he liked it,so I used it. (When he purchased the Bul,it was wearing,of all things, a Penton...
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Forum: 2 smokers
01-24-2012, 02:19 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 6,376
RE: Frontera
Frontera 360/370's are great machines,I've owned two...this one is a chum's:
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Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States
01-14-2012, 08:27 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 998
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Forum: Central – From Da Nort Woods to the Plane States
01-13-2012, 10:58 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 998
New Vintage MC Swap Meet in Indiana
Hi All:
Rik Smits is holding his first Vintage MC Swap Meet on March 18,2012, at the Booneville Co. Fairgrounds,near Zionsville,IN. All vintage Euro/Japanese MC enthusiasts are invited. For...
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Forum: 2 smokers
12-28-2011, 06:05 PM
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Replies: 273
Views: 25,017
RE: Two stoke page
".....The tone here just isn't like the 2Smoker bike sites. ...."
Exactly! Most of,if not all of,the various other 2T forums/sites involve a younger group of enthusiasts that are primarily street...
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Forum: Old's Cool
12-23-2011, 02:30 AM
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Replies: 31
Views: 3,784
re; 175 vs. 350
Jay,
I've owned both models, several year back,and i'll vote for the 175 to best fit your needs...The 160/175cc engines are very good performers,and have the legendary Honda reliability. I'd suggest...
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Forum: 2 smokers
12-22-2011, 02:00 PM
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Replies: 273
Views: 25,017
RE: 2stroke
Wow nice bike and shop :evil
Thanks,but it ain't mine ...($60K spent does get a good one) The Bul is his (I refurbed it for him).
Looks like you've got a lot of support-great! Let's hope it's...
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Forum: 2 smokers
12-22-2011, 06:08 AM
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Replies: 273
Views: 25,017
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Forum: Old's Cool
12-19-2011, 02:14 PM
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Replies: 114
Views: 24,454
Re:1965 re
I have had several RE's now all I can say is they can take whatever you throw at them. I'd never had a rebuild.....ever.
You've confirmed my suspicions.....a good solid design. I'm very happy with...
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Forum: Old's Cool
12-19-2011, 02:01 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,312
RE:T500 or A7
Well,if ya fancy a parts 'challenge' with a reward of surprising performance,go with the A7...You can certainly expect NOS parts to be an 'issue'...They certainly were when this 1/8 miler was built 4...
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Forum: Old's Cool
12-18-2011, 02:58 PM
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Replies: 114
Views: 24,454
RE:Scrambler
Looking good. How about a pic of your finished exhaust?
Also,a question for you- What sort of mileage between rebuilds would be typical for your location ? Curious about how well the RE's hold up...
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Forum: Hacks
11-07-2011, 12:15 PM
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Replies: 57
Views: 6,323
RE: Ural hate
"...those who feel compelled to rain on other folks parade are sad, miserable, insecure people, they are just trying to bolster their frail ego. Any attempt to educate them will be wasted, they...
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Forum: Hacks
11-05-2011, 05:41 PM
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Replies: 27
Views: 3,438
RE:What year?
"Since the prices for new Urals have gone through the roof, that probably keeps used prices bumped up a bit....."
I very much agree,and there's some justification in that bump......provided that...
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Forum: Old's Cool
10-11-2011, 05:24 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 548
RE:gauge
Just take your time when doing the above...It really isn't that difficult. When properly reset,the bezel will once again be tight around the speedo housing,with the re-crimped edge down flat all the...
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Forum: Old's Cool
10-10-2011, 03:35 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 548
RE:gauge
MiteyF,
I've replaced several bezel/lenses,and I first gently/slowly pry the crimped over edge of the ring 'up' (on the underside).
Do this step just a little at a time,making sure not to...
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Forum: Thumpers
09-04-2011, 04:00 AM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,338
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Forum: Old's Cool
09-04-2011, 03:54 AM
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Replies: 2
Views: 1,014
RE: Enfield
Very nice! The original chassis accepts the new suspension very well,looks completely different.
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Forum: Thumpers
09-02-2011, 01:09 PM
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Replies: 18
Views: 2,338
Re:kx5
Find out first hand,by asking your DMV......There's a document here in IN for that purpose,called 'Change of Body Affidavit",that I used for my XR400R and KX500.....
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Forum: Hacks
09-01-2011, 03:42 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,027
RE: solo G/U,Patrol
Thank you,Ivan. Do you recall the changes(in trail) made to the L/L? I prefer the looks of the L/L,and,as you know,the geometry is the problem,not the fork type ( Deeks,BMW's,Greeves,Van Teck,etc.,...
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Forum: Old's Cool
08-31-2011, 06:10 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,006
RE:Restoration
"You're getting into tough grounds here...." Yep,that's my intent...... And my answers (to those questions) would be the same as yours,PBG.
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Forum: Old's Cool
08-31-2011, 04:36 PM
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Replies: 19
Views: 2,006
Restoration-YOUR input please.....
Here we go.....
1) Generally speaking,which is more difficult nowadays-restoring a vintage dirtbike,or vintage street bike of the same period?
Criteria: must have been mass produced for public...
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Forum: Old's Cool
08-31-2011, 08:48 AM
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Replies: 96
Views: 18,698
Cb500
You'll enjoy the CB500, a very capable,under-appreciated model with a great looking engine(versus the 750 'lump' design). The little 500/550 mill is capable of some impressive performance,too. As...
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Forum: Hacks
08-31-2011, 08:39 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,027
RE: solo G/U,Patrol
Damn,you guys...Let's try this again-I want to hear from anyone that has done this conversion.....Someone such as Mr. Cob,Dave,etc. And,my FD doesn't hang over 8-10",AeroEng,it is inside of the...
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Forum: Hacks
08-30-2011, 09:16 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 2,027
Gear Up/Patrol in 'solo' mode?
I'd like to hear from those who have tried this config, specifically regarding any handling woes,correctable or not....
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Forum: Old's Cool
07-02-2011, 09:21 AM
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Replies: 17
Views: 3,726
Re: R5
I've owned several over the years....good machines. As mentioned,sourcing pistons/rings is usually a challenge. There were two types of piston rings used in that model,so if you find new oem pistons...
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Forum: Old's Cool
07-01-2011, 10:24 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,328
RE:Mac
"It is sad when you look that anal retentive to the rest of the world."
Fuck them....That's the group that prefers to twiddle at the keyboard rather than do anything of a mechanical nature.......
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Forum: Old's Cool
06-23-2011, 04:51 PM
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Replies: 57
Views: 7,082
RE: clocks
Sometime soon(before ya get shot for peeking under another cover) check out Suzuki X6 and Yamaha YDS/YM clocks....:D
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Forum: Old's Cool
06-21-2011, 09:31 PM
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Replies: 11
Views: 1,289
Re73 cb350
VERY nice.........A chum has a good running ,but ratty CB350 that I'm sending your pics to.
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Forum: 2 smokers
06-18-2011, 09:37 PM
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Replies: 26
Views: 5,176
Re:t500
That T500 & Stinger 125 belong to Paul Miller. Paul is likely the best source here in the US for vintage Suz parts....Certain internal parts are impossible to source nowadays,specifically crank main...
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Forum: Hacks
06-14-2011, 04:56 PM
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Replies: 85
Views: 9,151
RE:Ural
What they said.....Many of the earlier Urals are worthy of owning......but the newest examples are the most reliable(and they should be,for the $$$). These machines are from a country known for harsh...
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Forum: Old's Cool
06-14-2011, 09:43 AM
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Replies: 10
Views: 1,178
Re: 160
Give it a detailed clean up....Use a paint restorer polish(i.e.,FLITZ,etc),WD40/steel wool for the chrome surfaces,etc. You'll probably be surprised at the results. While the fenders and side covers...
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