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Topic: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
jeverett486
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Views: 84205
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Forum: Tech Posted: Sat Mar 09, 2013 1:39 pm Subject: Current state |
Next week, I will order a new handlebar.
I've decided not to install clip-ons.
I don't see the point of attaching them on top of the triple clamp, and under the triple clamp will likely be unc ... |
Topic: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
jeverett486
Replies: 52
Views: 84205
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Forum: Tech Posted: Wed Mar 06, 2013 3:33 pm Subject: Frame on |
The freshly painted frame has now been reinstalled.
Likewise, I have "new" forks with fork boots and no leaking fork seals.
Tomorrow the radiator/cooling system.
I'm still exploring ... |
Topic: My next bike! |
jeverett486
Replies: 7
Views: 12741
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Forum: Pictures Posted: Fri Mar 01, 2013 1:40 pm Subject: She's mine |
Picked her up last weekend. Definitely must install handguards.
http://s20.postimage.org/d3qthniz1/IMG_0661.jpg |
Topic: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
jeverett486
Replies: 52
Views: 84205
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Forum: Tech Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2013 2:43 pm Subject: Re: Wires to no where? |
Any ideas of its purpose? Double ground?
It isn't any ground at the ignition switch, the violet wire is for radio, map light ++ (LT).
Inge K.
Thanks for the info, Inge. |
Topic: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
jeverett486
Replies: 52
Views: 84205
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Forum: Tech Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2013 10:23 am Subject: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
The Remus looks great!
Do they still offer a choice of 2 different mufflers?
I think in America (Wunderlich USA), one can choose from aluminum and titanium. From the place I ordered, aluminum wa ... |
Topic: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
jeverett486
Replies: 52
Views: 84205
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Forum: Tech Posted: Thu Feb 28, 2013 9:51 am Subject: Remus Innovation |
My new exhaust showed up today ... stunning quality!!
http://s20.postimage.org/sg7edjw3x/P2280002.jpg
http://s20.postimage.org/e8hpowjf1/P2280004.jpg
You can see from the header picture that I ... |
Topic: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
jeverett486
Replies: 52
Views: 84205
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Forum: Tech Posted: Wed Feb 27, 2013 5:37 pm Subject: Wires to no where? |
Looking at the wiring diagram again, I see another strangeness.
While comparing different ignition switches (because I wish to relocate mine under the seat), I notice that the K1100RS/LT switch has ... |
Topic: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
jeverett486
Replies: 52
Views: 84205
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Forum: Tech Posted: Wed Feb 27, 2013 4:15 pm Subject: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
Well, the place I bought my used instrument console came through today. After more than a week of waiting, I received my replacement - Free of Charge. They will take up the claim directly with the p ... |
Topic: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
jeverett486
Replies: 52
Views: 84205
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Forum: Tech Posted: Wed Feb 27, 2013 10:20 am Subject: New speedo |
| Well, the place I bought my used instrument console came through today. After more than a week of waiting, I received my replacement - Free of Charge. They will take up the claim directly with the pos ... |
Topic: My next bike! |
jeverett486
Replies: 7
Views: 12741
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Forum: Pictures Posted: Tue Feb 19, 2013 6:39 pm Subject: My next bike! |
I am so excited... I have found the bike I have been looking for since I started riding in the late 70s... the Honda CRF250L.
http://s12.postimage.org/nmdwmm9od/CRF250_L_small.jpg |
Topic: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
jeverett486
Replies: 52
Views: 84205
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Forum: Tech Posted: Tue Feb 19, 2013 2:51 am Subject: Air Temp Sensor |
Been meaning to ask everyone... where's a good place (besides the airbox) to locate the Air Temperature Sensor?
I want rid of the ugly, space-consuming airbox.
I don't think a solution for al ... |
Topic: Wire sheath replacement |
jeverett486
Replies: 5
Views: 7879
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Forum: Tech Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2013 4:34 pm Subject: http://www.motorworks.co.uk/ |
Check this out:
http://s4.postimage.org/4zqc23pbh/Screen_Shot_2013_02_15_at_21_32_23.png
http://www.motorworks.co.uk/vlive/Shop/Parts.php?T=5&NU=15&M=40&Ct=JA&SbCt=BA_15_40_JA_40 |
Topic: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
jeverett486
Replies: 52
Views: 84205
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Forum: Tech Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2013 7:50 am Subject: Re: Clips On and Rear Set Solutions |
I was hoping that RB Racing (
That is probably a warning sign.
I just ordered my Remus exhaust.
It looks nice. And I'm sure it's loads lighter than the stock one.
Kinda sucks having ... |
Topic: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
jeverett486
Replies: 52
Views: 84205
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Forum: Tech Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2013 3:53 am Subject: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
duct tape should fix it.
Thankfully, the salvage place has one more in stock.
Unfortunately, the damaged one was the better looking of the two. I'm hoping I can get my money back and keep the d ... |
Topic: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
jeverett486
Replies: 52
Views: 84205
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Forum: Tech Posted: Fri Feb 15, 2013 3:29 am Subject: Brake fluid and painted parts |
For my entire life working around vehicles, I have been warned of the evils of getting brake fluid on painted parts.
Well, I think these cautionary tales are rubbish! At least when it comes to Glas ... |
Topic: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
jeverett486
Replies: 52
Views: 84205
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Forum: Tech Posted: Thu Feb 14, 2013 12:35 pm Subject: Broken instrument cluster |
Got my "new" front fork and K1200RS instrument panel this afternoon.
The place I bought them from probably should have shipped them separately...
Instead, they packaged the instrument ... |
Topic: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
jeverett486
Replies: 52
Views: 84205
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Forum: Tech Posted: Wed Feb 13, 2013 3:22 pm Subject: K1200RS Instruments Ordered |
So I ordered today my K1200RS instrument panel.
I so hope it'll work with the electronics on the K1100RS. I figure all the indicators are the same.
What can be the problem?  |
Topic: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
jeverett486
Replies: 52
Views: 84205
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Forum: Tech Posted: Tue Feb 12, 2013 2:14 am Subject: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
We have a local bike pipe shop here who does anything you want ie conti replicas, megaphones etc. Might be worth seeing what's available locally.
Thanks for the tip; I will look around again. I fou ... |
Topic: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
jeverett486
Replies: 52
Views: 84205
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Forum: Tech Posted: Tue Feb 12, 2013 2:04 am Subject: Clips On and Rear Set Solutions |
While browsing this site, I think found the source for solutions I have been seeking:
http://www.tarozzipaolo.com/inglese/home
This Italian company has both universal clip on handlebars and rear ... |
Topic: Kafé bike project (major stages only) |
jeverett486
Replies: 52
Views: 84205
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Forum: Tech Posted: Mon Feb 11, 2013 6:56 am Subject: Parasite removal |
The "last" evidence of ABS...
http://s7.postimage.org/4dkty9y7f/P2110014.jpg
Only one bit of strangeness: a brown/white (BR/W) wire coming from the ABS Control Unit plug leading to the ... |
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