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Forum: Beasts 12-03-2012, 05:24 AM
Replies: 1,030
Views: 106,001
Posted By motosickle2000
Check where the heated grips wires thread through...

Check where the heated grips wires thread through the bars. I managed to pinch the wire on the clutch side when I adjusted the position of the clutch lever bracket. When I tightened it down - it...
Forum: Beasts 11-17-2012, 10:17 PM
Replies: 1,030
Views: 106,001
Posted By motosickle2000
The Motech pegs are cast. The pivot pegz are...

The Motech pegs are cast. The pivot pegz are polished stainless steel - very snazzy!
Forum: Beasts 11-15-2012, 12:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,388
Posted By motosickle2000
According to Altrider's webpage: "100% made...

According to Altrider's webpage:

"100% made in the USA, these Tiger bars utilize the strongest mounting points the bike has to offer. Like all AltRider engineered crash bars, these will fit...
Forum: Beasts 11-14-2012, 10:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,388
Posted By motosickle2000
This is a new product from Altrider. They look...

This is a new product from Altrider. They look really beafy (1" stainless tubing). They are not cheap, though.

http://www.altrider.com/altrider-crash-bars-for-the-triumph-tiger-800xc/pcid/703-3
Forum: Beasts 11-14-2012, 12:48 PM
Replies: 1,030
Views: 106,001
Posted By motosickle2000
For the HDB guards, I used the stock bar end...

For the HDB guards, I used the stock bar end weights and hardware, so theoretically - the Kaoko (or any other throttle lock) should work. That is my orange bike in the pics. I highly recommend the...
Forum: Beasts 11-10-2012, 12:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,167
Posted By motosickle2000
Here is a link that describes how one person...

Here is a link that describes how one person added cams and headers and was able to add 10 hp:

http://www.tiger800.co.uk/index.php/topic,3167.0.html
Forum: Beasts 11-04-2012, 08:21 PM
Replies: 1,030
Views: 106,001
Posted By motosickle2000
Yes, I bought the SW Motech pegs first and did...

Yes, I bought the SW Motech pegs first and did not like them. The pivot pegs are much nicer IMHO.
Forum: Beasts 11-04-2012, 08:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,161
Posted By motosickle2000
If you have 30K, you should definitely change...

If you have 30K, you should definitely change both sprockets and the chain. I recommend a DID 525VM2. It is very high quality and not too expensive. It is also an Xring.

You will need a...
Forum: Beasts 11-04-2012, 07:50 PM
Replies: 1,030
Views: 106,001
Posted By motosickle2000
Go with Pivot Pegz. I tried the SW Motech and...

Go with Pivot Pegz. I tried the SW Motech and they are very slippery when wet. The stock rubber pegs are less slippery.

The pivot pegs are very well built and the pivot function is really...
Forum: Beasts 10-24-2012, 10:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,064
Posted By motosickle2000
Just wire the two wires from the Triumph grips...

Just wire the two wires from the Triumph grips circuit to the two wires that read the lowest resistance on the accessory grips. This will be the hot element. The Triumph grips have their own heat...
Forum: Beasts 10-21-2012, 03:59 PM
Replies: 17,161
Views: 2,760,327
Posted By motosickle2000
All of my mileage is in-town, short trips - so I...

All of my mileage is in-town, short trips - so I am probably harder on brakes than most. I don't drag my rear brake either. The EBC HHs that I put on the rear look like they will go at least 10Kmi,...
Forum: Beasts 10-21-2012, 02:18 PM
Replies: 17,161
Views: 2,760,327
Posted By motosickle2000
You should check your ABS sensors - maybe you...

You should check your ABS sensors - maybe you bumped something loose. I doubt that your ABS needs bleeding - I have changed my front and rear pads and have had no such problem.

Have you...
Forum: Beasts 10-21-2012, 02:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 775
Posted By motosickle2000
I have read that you can just run a switch to the...

I have read that you can just run a switch to the power input to the ABS. There will be no errors generated and it will switch on and off. I have not tried this on my Tiger yet.
Forum: Beasts 10-14-2012, 05:08 PM
Replies: 1,889
Views: 333,988
Posted By motosickle2000
I checked both Bike Bandit parts and World of...

I checked both Bike Bandit parts and World of Triumph and the Tiger 800XC first gear is 34T - not 37T....
Forum: Beasts 10-12-2012, 04:03 PM
Replies: 1,889
Views: 333,988
Posted By motosickle2000
You are half right - the Daytona gearing was made...

You are half right - the Daytona gearing was made taller. The street triple has not and it has by far the lowest first gear. It is 34/13 for a gear ratio of 2.615. The Tiger 800 is 34/16 for a...
Forum: Beasts 10-12-2012, 03:52 PM
Replies: 1,889
Views: 333,988
Posted By motosickle2000
A 650 Vstrom has a stock 15T with the rubber...

A 650 Vstrom has a stock 15T with the rubber inserts. I have seen it posted that it will fit a Tiger, although I have not verified this myself.
Forum: Beasts 10-07-2012, 11:17 AM
Replies: 1,889
Views: 333,988
Posted By motosickle2000
I agree completely. A wide ratio tranny is not...

I agree completely. A wide ratio tranny is not even needed - the other gears work fine for the dirt as-is, but there is often a need in the gnarlier dirt sections to go slow and the current first...
Forum: Beasts 10-07-2012, 10:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,735
Posted By motosickle2000
Here is the area to lube. The view of the...

Here is the area to lube. The view of the linkage is blocked by the fuel rail. Just follow the shaft I have indicated until it contacts the linkage. That is the area that needs to be cleaned and...
Forum: Beasts 10-06-2012, 10:31 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,085
Posted By motosickle2000
You obviously have not worked on an older...

You obviously have not worked on an older Japanese motorcycle - all phillips head screws holding the engine covers on. They were a nightmare to remove without stripping. They were also cheapo cadmium...
Forum: Beasts 10-06-2012, 09:28 AM
Replies: 1,889
Views: 333,988
Posted By motosickle2000
I completely agree. I checked and idling in...

I completely agree. I checked and idling in first gear the bike goes 8mph. The bike is geared way too high in first. It would have been nice if 6th gear was higher on the 675 - then the input...
Forum: Beasts 10-06-2012, 08:39 AM
Replies: 1,889
Views: 333,988
Posted By motosickle2000
That is why I checked into the parts between the...

That is why I checked into the parts between the two transmissions. First gear is integral with the input shaft to the transmission. On the XC it is 16T and on the 675 it is 13T. On the output side...
Forum: Beasts 10-06-2012, 04:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,268
Posted By motosickle2000
The Givi racks are quick release also. They come...

The Givi racks are quick release also. They come with a special keyed tool to remove the racks. They are high quality and they come with a nice bag to store them in when they are off of the bike.
...
Forum: Beasts 10-06-2012, 02:49 AM
Replies: 1,889
Views: 333,988
Posted By motosickle2000
I was curious and checked the gear ratios between...

I was curious and checked the gear ratios between the 675 and the Tiger 800. All of the gearbox ratios are the same except for 1st gear. The 675 has a lower first gear by a large margin! It seems...
Forum: Parallel Universe 10-06-2012, 02:41 AM
Replies: 215
Views: 20,710
Posted By motosickle2000
Now that I read your previous posts - I see that...

Now that I read your previous posts - I see that you were planning to reroute the brake lines. Your fender conversion is looking good! :clap
Forum: Parallel Universe 10-05-2012, 04:03 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 20,710
Posted By motosickle2000
For safety sake - you will need to put your...

For safety sake - you will need to put your original low front fender back on or reroute the brake lines. The brakeline crossover hose has been known to snag the front tire and cause a crash when...
Forum: Parallel Universe 10-05-2012, 02:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,731
Posted By motosickle2000
Or - if you are on a budget:...

Or - if you are on a budget: http://www.ebay.com/itm/the2wheels-Adjustable-Brake-Clutch-CNC-Levers-BMW-F800GS-2008-2012-/280877310781?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&vxp=mtr&hash=item416597a33d...
Forum: Pacific Northwet - Where it's green. And wet. 08-23-2012, 01:40 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,091
Posted By motosickle2000
I am leaving from Bellevue, WA tomorrow. Does...

I am leaving from Bellevue, WA tomorrow. Does anyone want to meet up for the ride to the campsite?
Forum: Vendors 08-17-2012, 06:49 PM
Replies: 297
Views: 14,548
Posted By motosickle2000
Do I have my name on the right list now? ...

Do I have my name on the right list now?

Thanks.
Forum: Beasts 08-17-2012, 05:38 AM
Replies: 1,889
Views: 333,988
Posted By motosickle2000
Add my name to list

I added my name to the top of the ABS list.
Forum: Beasts 04-13-2012, 05:15 AM
Replies: 17,161
Views: 2,760,327
Posted By motosickle2000
It seems that the front fender and windshield...

It seems that the front fender and windshield brackets cracking should have been covered by warranty. Then again - Triumph would probably just replace them with new parts which would eventually have...
Forum: Beasts 03-15-2012, 07:36 PM
Replies: 17,161
Views: 2,760,327
Posted By motosickle2000
I am and I really like it. It tremendously...

I am and I really like it. It tremendously reduces the amount of grime thrown up by the rear fender but does not completely eliminate it. I was not able to download installation instructions from the...
Forum: Beasts 02-26-2012, 08:14 PM
Replies: 17,161
Views: 2,760,327
Posted By motosickle2000
The energy of the bird striking you at that...

The energy of the bird striking you at that velocity is about 1100 Joules. A major league fastball is about 120 Joules by comparison. You should be glad that the bird did not hit you!
Forum: Beasts 02-25-2012, 11:52 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,498
Posted By motosickle2000
I agree - I own a Tiger 800XC. It is not on the...

I agree - I own a Tiger 800XC. It is not on the OPs list, but it meets all of his criteria. I love it, but for trail riding it is too heavy as are the other bikes on your list. For dirt, you would...
Forum: Beasts 02-17-2012, 03:40 PM
Replies: 1,889
Views: 333,988
Posted By motosickle2000
I agree. I have the Triumph engine guards, and...

I agree. I have the Triumph engine guards, and the Highway dirtbikes handguards on my XC. I have dropped my bike several times and all that has touched down is the engine guards (easily touched...
Forum: Beasts 02-13-2012, 12:36 PM
Replies: 17,161
Views: 2,760,327
Posted By motosickle2000
The shifting works great and there is no problems...

The shifting works great and there is no problems getting my toe under the shifter. I really like the wider pegs and with the pivoting action, there is no price to pay. Sort of like having your...
Forum: Beasts 02-13-2012, 12:33 PM
Replies: 17,161
Views: 2,760,327
Posted By motosickle2000
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=1707...

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=17076503&postcount=9008 (http://www.advrider.com/forums/showpost.php?p=17076503&postcount=9008)
Forum: Beasts 02-13-2012, 12:28 PM
Replies: 17,161
Views: 2,760,327
Posted By motosickle2000
Yes, I needed to readjust the brake and shift...

Yes, I needed to readjust the brake and shift levers after installation, but on the Triumph this is an easy 5 minute job.
Forum: Beasts 02-12-2012, 08:08 PM
Replies: 17,161
Views: 2,760,327
Posted By motosickle2000
I am also a fan of the pivot pegz. I originally...

I am also a fan of the pivot pegz. I originally bought the SW Mortech ones and found them a great improvement, but the wider footpegs make it very difficult to pivot your feet on the pegs. I could...
Forum: Beasts 01-28-2012, 08:23 PM
Replies: 17,161
Views: 2,760,327
Posted By motosickle2000
37.7mm = 1.484247" A 1.5" socket should...

37.7mm = 1.484247"

A 1.5" socket should fit fine.
Forum: Beasts 01-28-2012, 05:03 PM
Replies: 1,889
Views: 333,988
Posted By motosickle2000
Why not put a piece of rubber where the stand...

Why not put a piece of rubber where the stand contacts the frame. It would quiet it down a lot if that is the problem.
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