His first post and he's already kikkin my ass !! :livid::pig: Pump only supplies fuel when it senses lowering level in float bowls, not any...
Yes, some Honda V-twins and possibly V-4's do have bigger jets in front, the Honda Hawk NT650 for example. :eek-new: Also, be sure if your 4...
Don't use any cheap Chinese wheel bearings, including Allballs !!! :eagerness: Quality bearings are from Japan, Germany, USA, or Sweden ONLY...
With limited access to that area, you probably won't be able to install the shield unless the engine is out of the frame. :disturbed:
On my gen 2's I've got a method that works fine. Use the scissors jack under the mounts for centerstand, and lift the rear wheel 4-5". Then set...
A Yosh is a bit too loud to begin with, so if that fool wants to remove the baffle, he's crazy. Ignore him or tell him to grow up ! :crazy:
Be sure to loosen fork caps while still on the bike, and front axle bolt while bike is still on the ground. If the bottom fork bolt resists...
CDI on that bike is located just in front of and below the tail light. you may need to remove the sub-subframe that holds the seat lock latch...
What makes absolutely NO SENSE to me is that big panda replaced his failed K&N filter with the same brand !!!!! WHY ?
Key to long life on a 500 engine is keeping the revs below 9k. Above that, valve float and consequent damage.
Stand by Stand by for an announcement: Squirrelman's '97 VFR is ready to go back on the road after 11 years in storage !!!!!!!!!
It's nothing new. :tongue-new: Exotic European sportscars like Ferraris, Alfas, Jags were using Shell Rotella in the early 1960s ! I believe...
Changing the front/rear geometry isn't a good idea unless you know exactly what you're doing and why.
From my experience, biggest problem going 4 into 1 on a gen 2 is tuning out the slight flatspot that will tend to occur somewhere between...
Lovie, your plugs are showing a very lean condition, possibly lean enough to damage the engine, so get it fixed asap.
Look on ebay for the tool. I just bought a puller for my '86 700 for $8.50 with free shipping.
Probably best for you to get a K&N/Dynojet or Factory Pro jet kit, follow the directions, and try the recommended jetting. You can keep...
-With compression numbers like that, you might have a WINNER ! Good luck.:peaceful: Be sure to test charging system output when you get it...
Gen 4 was Motorcyclist magazine's top pick from '94-'97 and had fabulous reviews, but maybe nobody remembers. I agree that they're undervalued...
First thing i'd do on any newly-bought bike is to drain and FLUSH the fuel tank. Check your fuel filter, and consider getting into the carbs for...
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