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    R1 regulator for replacement????????

    The install on my 99 went smoothly The FH012 looks good, I just positioned the unit so the connectors faced forward, and drilled for the...
    Post by: CalG, Sep 14, 2011 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    All kinds of power outages!

    My '99 just had a RR failure The symptoms were "dead battery". Diagnosis revealed that the RR would "clamp" to short at the regulation voltage....
    Post by: CalG, Sep 10, 2011 in forum: 6th Generation 2002-2013
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    VF700 fork oil question what height should the oil be at in the fork?

    VFR800Fi 1999 the level is spec'd at 130 mm Pump the tubes and dampers a number of times to expel air, NO springs!
    Post by: CalG, Sep 10, 2011 in forum: 1st & 2nd Generation 1983-1989
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    R1 regulator for replacement????????

    I just ordered the basic kit for the Shindengen FH012AA R/R from Jack Fleming. at roadstercycle.com With the Honda replacement quite spendy,...
    Post by: CalG, Sep 8, 2011 in forum: 5th Generation 1998-2001
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    Helibar handlebar alternative

    I am so glad that the stock bars and controls just feel Sooooo right. Nothing added, nothing taken away! Is 6' and 170# the design rider...
    Post by: CalG, Aug 5, 2009 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    Almost done.....

    Jeesh No wonder there is an indicator shortage at the tool supply ;-)
    Post by: CalG, Aug 1, 2009 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    The End of my ride SUCKED!!

    Aren't sleeping motorbikes jest precious!
    Post by: CalG, May 30, 2009 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    So you think you've got rain riding skills?

    Would that be Unusual attitude demonstration Cheers Cal
    Post by: CalG, Sep 8, 2008 in forum: Anything Goes
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    rideout

    If you get to Bratt Town I'm in for a ride in Sept. Oh We have some nice riding roads in Town They are re-surfacing parts of Route 100! Cal
    Post by: CalG, Aug 17, 2008 in forum: USA - Northeast
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    Tool Kit Hold down strap.

    It's a rubber band. There is a hook on the left side too, but best seen with the tail section removed, or at least from underneath . I don't...
    Post by: CalG, Aug 12, 2008 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    Wrist Fatigue

    lighten up! use the big muscles of your legs to hold your weight. A loose grip, with lots of position changes. practice lightening up...
    Post by: CalG, Aug 2, 2008 in forum: General VFR Discussions
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    Alternator output

    The '99 Service book indicates the alternator output of .47kw at 5000 rpm Amps X Volts = watts..... do the math ;-) Cal
    Post by: CalG, Aug 1, 2008 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    Need some advice fellas (coolant)

    I use the water that is collected from our basement dehumidifier. It's almost distilled, but has condensed on, and dripped over the aluminum...
    Post by: CalG, Jul 29, 2008 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    02 sputtering

    How could a chain cause an engine to "cut in and out" . Maybe your preception of what was happening needed more input. A tight chain would...
    Post by: CalG, Jul 27, 2008 in forum: Mechanics Garage
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    northern ma / southern nh riders

    As South East in VT as you can go for me. That "might"ualify as central MA. CalG
    Post by: CalG, Jul 16, 2008 in forum: USA - Northeast