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Forum: Old's Cool 04-05-2013, 10:52 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 8,288
Posted By DoubleBit
Wow! So glad to see this thread picked up so many...

Wow! So glad to see this thread picked up so many riders. Looks like the 400 is the preferred rig. Sad to admit it, but I sold my gn250 to a young guy last summer, I caught a glimpse of him with a...
Forum: Thumpers 06-28-2012, 10:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 319
Posted By DoubleBit
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=42...

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=424841

There's a long thread devoted to the ol' honda XLs under Old School...
You may get more input there.
And the previous post is correct,...
Forum: Thumpers 05-23-2012, 02:07 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 24,538
Posted By DoubleBit
Thanks a ton for the links GA! I feel well...

Thanks a ton for the links GA!
I feel well armed now and will be making that purchase soon...
Doing a bit of upholstery work would be a snap...
drriders sounds like a good place to be too......
Forum: Thumpers 05-23-2012, 01:38 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 24,538
Posted By DoubleBit
Thanks for the feedback... "Plank like",,,...

Thanks for the feedback...
"Plank like",,, that's about what I think of the current seat 'cept a plank sounds wider... Ha!
For heat I have used sheep skins,,, very comfy...

What source would...
Forum: Thumpers 05-23-2012, 07:43 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 24,538
Posted By DoubleBit
Hey y'all! Brand new DR650 owner here... My...

Hey y'all!
Brand new DR650 owner here...
My son and I just couldn't resist the financing and sorely "needed" new bikes, so here we are.

I'm looking for feed back on SEAT OPTIONS.
The Suzuki...
Forum: Thumpers 05-18-2012, 02:31 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,680
Posted By DoubleBit
" 250's are for beginner riders, kids, and crazy...

" 250's are for beginner riders, kids, and crazy people "

Aw, come on... That's a little harsh don't you think?
Sadly, I get the feeling that's the common consensus...
But it's really not...
Forum: Old's Cool 05-09-2012, 08:45 PM
Replies: 1,332
Views: 353,508
Posted By DoubleBit
I had a couple of 175s,,, Those engines were...

I had a couple of 175s,,, Those engines were nothing to get excited about. Sort of a one off, short lived unit with too many frailties and a propensity for sheering starter shafts.

Your bike...
Forum: Old's Cool 03-18-2012, 03:37 PM
Replies: 1,332
Views: 353,508
Posted By DoubleBit
Aye. Those are the correct sizes for your 175 (I...

Aye. Those are the correct sizes for your 175 (I used to have one). And, that's not an interruption, just a good question!
Forum: Old's Cool 01-20-2012, 09:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,054
Posted By DoubleBit
Definitely keep it stock... If the sissy bar bugs...

Definitely keep it stock... If the sissy bar bugs you, pull it but keep it around, they are very handy for lashing your stuff to.
Sweet bike!
Forum: Road warriors 12-10-2011, 11:58 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,472
Posted By DoubleBit
More power is nearly always a bonus, I thoroughly...

More power is nearly always a bonus, I thoroughly appreciate the way the exhaust is so well tucked out of the way on the Kawi 650 twins... If small, size, economy etc are high priorities don't forget...
Forum: Battle scooters 09-22-2011, 06:49 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 658
Posted By DoubleBit
Salton Sea Ralley

Salton Sea 2012...
Forum: Old's Cool 09-03-2011, 05:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,499
Posted By DoubleBit
Still could be carb/intake/vacuum leak trouble. ...

Still could be carb/intake/vacuum leak trouble.
Also, back up to basics, how's the "new" engine's:
Compression?
Valve timing?
Valve lash/clearance?
Ignition timing?

And, good luck!
Forum: Old's Cool 08-12-2011, 06:51 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,977
Posted By DoubleBit
Glad to hear it's running so well! 65 mph? That...

Glad to hear it's running so well! 65 mph? That sounds very good for a stock 185. Powrol has a few hop up items that'll fit your 185, lucky for you it's very similar to the XR200s. I think they have...
Forum: Old's Cool 08-09-2011, 01:56 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,403
Posted By DoubleBit
You tested voltage at X rpm before when it wasn't...

You tested voltage at X rpm before when it wasn't working, right? Do that again and hope to find something like 13.5V rather than the batteries static 12.2.

As for the XS500"C" question, the "C"...
Forum: Old's Cool 08-09-2011, 08:57 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,095
Posted By DoubleBit
Well impressive or not... My little '78 xl175 is...

Well impressive or not... My little '78 xl175 is one of my all time favorite bikes (just took it out last night to ride with my son)... No, it's not going to blow anyones mind with performance or...
Forum: Old's Cool 08-09-2011, 08:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 890
Posted By DoubleBit
I'm thinking hold out for a bike that needs fewer...

I'm thinking hold out for a bike that needs fewer big/expensive pieces.
Rusted out mufflers (200 if you can find 'em), forks (100-200 used), and shocks (another 100 or so) could cost up to 500 all...
Forum: Old's Cool 08-04-2011, 12:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,090
Posted By DoubleBit
Wow, I actually remember those things at the...

Wow, I actually remember those things at the dealers when they were new... on the show room floor right along with the Huskies...
Sorta reminds me of my little ct70s, though it'll prolly run...
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 08-04-2011, 08:16 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,592
Posted By DoubleBit
Oh, and to clarify. It's not my Duke, I'm fine...

Oh, and to clarify.
It's not my Duke, I'm fine with my Suzuki.
Forum: The perfect line and other riding myths 08-04-2011, 07:39 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,592
Posted By DoubleBit
Are Euro bikes sexier?

" I just really want to know the owner of the cf ducati outside. Please email me! "

Just recieved this email at work.
The young lady sent this email out department wide.
Funny, that's never...
Forum: Old's Cool 08-02-2011, 10:28 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,977
Posted By DoubleBit
It'd be kinda like when you did the valve adj/set...

It'd be kinda like when you did the valve adj/set the cam timing on the first page of this thread. 'Cept this time you have the points plate on.. and are looking for the points to be openning just as...
Forum: Road warriors 07-21-2011, 12:37 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 42,013
Posted By DoubleBit
ttt, this thread deserves a bump, imho

ttt, this thread deserves a bump, imho
Forum: Road warriors 07-21-2011, 10:07 AM
Replies: 209
Views: 25,701
Posted By DoubleBit
RD350 with chamber pipes,, can't tell you what...

RD350 with chamber pipes,, can't tell you what rpm, though it was at wot most of the ride,, I was too busy clinging to the clip-ons!

'69 Camaro; 327sb with 30/30 duntof solid lifter cam, high...
Forum: Old's Cool 06-07-2011, 06:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,257
Posted By DoubleBit
Great job Pete! I also have a GN250 ('82...

Great job Pete!

I also have a GN250 ('82 model), here in California they are fairly uncommon too. Actually searching for parts led me to New Zealand through the regional forums here on ADV....
Forum: Old's Cool 05-11-2011, 09:09 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,432
Posted By DoubleBit
So, if you have been "experimenting" with cheap...

So, if you have been "experimenting" with cheap automotive oils and say you do notice more leakage, and perhaps your clutch does develope a "sensitivity" and maybe even occasionally slips. Could...
Forum: Old's Cool 05-05-2011, 02:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,949
Posted By DoubleBit
Nice find! Have fun with it... I rode an old Yami...

Nice find! Have fun with it... I rode an old Yami HT1 90 enduro all over back when it was only 12 years old in the early 80s... I saw bikes a lot like yours in Mexico about a year ago, called RZ 100s...
Forum: Old's Cool 05-02-2011, 03:51 AM
Replies: 1,332
Views: 353,508
Posted By DoubleBit
Excellent! And, you didn't even have to...

Excellent! And, you didn't even have to disassemble them to fix it!
Indeed, good, simple, sturdy machines... Gotta love 'em.
Forum: Old's Cool 05-01-2011, 10:32 AM
Replies: 1,332
Views: 353,508
Posted By DoubleBit
Could be that w/o oil the clutch plates have...

Could be that w/o oil the clutch plates have stuck/rusted together...
Forum: Old's Cool 04-13-2011, 07:53 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,692
Posted By DoubleBit
Maybe, (and I sure hope I'm right) OP got tired...

Maybe, (and I sure hope I'm right) OP got tired of talking about it and got out to do it! Bon Voyage!
:clap
Forum: Old's Cool 03-31-2011, 09:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,773
Posted By DoubleBit
The xl175 is a good bike, but I don't know that...

The xl175 is a good bike, but I don't know that it's much better than the 125. I have a 175 and in it's current sorta decent state of tune, I wouldn't consider taking it on a long distance tour. It...
Forum: Thumpers 03-31-2011, 09:19 PM
Replies: 6,503
Views: 1,574,218
Posted By DoubleBit
Yep, riding a 125 from Oregon, that's going to...

Yep, riding a 125 from Oregon, that's going to take some research...
A glance at your route looks like your as far south as Yuba City, from there highway 20 is a nice small road. I've done it on my...
Forum: Old's Cool 03-30-2011, 03:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,773
Posted By DoubleBit
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?p=15...

http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?p=15542387#post15542387

This minimalist touring thread might be of interest, could provide some hints on how to do your trip.

Have a blast!
Forum: Old's Cool 03-25-2011, 09:36 PM
Replies: 1,332
Views: 353,508
Posted By DoubleBit
Wow, you guys sure know these bikes. My...

Wow, you guys sure know these bikes.
My experience is more with the center port 250/350s.
And, I do have a couple of xl175s around for fun too.
I reckon that's how we/I learn,,, diving in!
Forum: Old's Cool 03-25-2011, 06:32 AM
Replies: 1,332
Views: 353,508
Posted By DoubleBit
It's always fun to play the guessing/identifying...

It's always fun to play the guessing/identifying game...
Imho, definitely a 175 gas tank, maybe more like the seat perhaps looks like 175 stuff,,,
It's not a great picture so it's a little hard...
Forum: Old's Cool 03-24-2011, 10:44 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 21,006
Posted By DoubleBit
Howdy Ernest! What treat to find your build...

Howdy Ernest!

What treat to find your build thread here too!
That's going to be a sweet little bike when you're done.. :clap
Forum: Old's Cool 03-23-2011, 06:28 AM
Replies: 1,332
Views: 353,508
Posted By DoubleBit
Hell Yeah! Dodge Swinger, 1973! Thanks for...

Hell Yeah!
Dodge Swinger, 1973!
Thanks for bring us along!
:clap
Forum: Old's Cool 03-15-2011, 05:06 PM
Replies: 1,332
Views: 353,508
Posted By DoubleBit
Mui bueno! Now that's ballzy! I've been...

Mui bueno!
Now that's ballzy!
I've been dismissing doing the TAT (or sections) on an old XL.
That's nothing compared to aiming for Guatemala!
Do it! :clap
Forum: Day Trippin' 03-15-2011, 06:23 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 10,141
Posted By DoubleBit
Thanks for the link! Lots of good rides listed...

Thanks for the link!
Lots of good rides listed on their calendar...
I do think I'll join in for the fun..
Forum: Day Trippin' 03-14-2011, 11:26 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 10,141
Posted By DoubleBit
Nice write-up! And good pix too! Great to...

Nice write-up!
And good pix too!

Great to see another unique Suzuki restored too.
I have a little '82 GN250 that seems very popular over much of the world but pretty rare here in California. ...
Forum: Thumpers 01-29-2011, 07:55 AM
Replies: 6,503
Views: 1,574,218
Posted By DoubleBit
http://www.clevelandcyclewerks.com/ I can't...

http://www.clevelandcyclewerks.com/

I can't endorse them necessarily, not having seen one in person yet but the prices are uber low and they seem legit.
Anyone else looked into them?
Cool...
Forum: Road warriors 01-27-2011, 06:32 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 8,477
Posted By DoubleBit
Korean bikes,, now there's another idea.. ...

Korean bikes,, now there's another idea..
Buying parts over the net is not a problem, it's what I usually do anyway. The closest dealership closed up, it was fun to go buy parts there and look over...
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