[IMG] Here is a good example of "Counter-steering". Dirt track racing on an oval, all left hand turns. Look at which way his front wheel is...
As a new rider, above all else, understand and learn "counter-steering".
Great find, swap the filler caps so the keys match, and save the other one in an air tight bag, rubber seals can't be replaced, they are integral...
Geesh, for $500 how can you go wrong? Looks in decent shape, the forks are definitely set wrong, sticking way too high. Here is a picture of one...
Wasn't as impressed with their clear, did my stator cover, it was OK. I had the valve covers powder coated silver. Try a spare part first. Most...
[IMG] Did you bake the paint? I used hi-temp engine paint on parts of my 83 last summer, and found it holds up a lot better than normal rattle can...
The weights are harmonic dampers, is there a RPM range that it worst? Things tend to sympathetically vibrate based on their mass (& other things)....
On the way to Captain 80s
If you are interested, I have one that I would like to find a home for, just for the shipping charges. Send me a PM. [IMG]
Yeah, they were over 25 years old!
Still got it, fixed her up last summer after sitting too long, that's how I know about break the rubber loose. If you have all new boots then you...
I can tell you it can be frustrating! First off, take them off as a unit, don't take off aluminum plate, and don't separate carbs. I have had...
Brings back memories, had the orange & brown Z1 with a hooker header when they first came out.
What a trip, must be a great experience. Netflix has the Joey Dunlop documentary, fantastic.
Next time try the Metzlers, I have been using them since '84, one of the few good 16" fronts. [IMG]
I just checked my 3/31/15 invoice and the Superbike Stand with Front lift arm and Pin Kit 38 for the '14 VFR800 was $299.95 US including shipping....
I bought my Abba Superbike stand from Bluestreak, good service and great stand.
The torque-limiting (or one way clutch) was introduced in the NR500 race bike in 1981 then made it's way into the Vf750f in 1983.
Sorry I have not tried anything because I don't need to. Logic: put a straw into a cold drink, take a sip. Turn the straw around 180 degrees (end...
I have looked at this alot, here is my take: [IMG] Stock setup, LIFTING shift lever PUSHES on linkage (flipping 180 degrees will not change...
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