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130 + HP and underseat exhaust. That's how it is unfortunately. Don't get sucked into thinking exhaust wrapping will "fix" the problem. I used to...
Thanks for the picture. That's really interesting. I guess everyone has lost that rubber strap by now. I use a very short strap. I also keep a...
I have no idea what came from the factory. I guess you need tools that you could need on a ride. Everything else belongs in the tool box at home....
My 2002 748 just clocked up 65,000 km. Everything is working fine but the engine doesn't feel as fresh as it used to. So I have a rebuilt 916 to...
Could be either .I would change the oil before riding the bike. Water isn't the best lubricant I think the 998 needs to be ridden a minimum of...
Oil filters will get tight over time If you put oil on the seal and tighten one hand tight you will most often need a tool or puncture it with a...
I had a similar problem and it was the surface of the bleeder nipple in the M/C. I took out the bleeder and cleaned up the surfaces. It seemed to...
Oil really degrades from use and heat cycles. I reckon total distance travelled or hours the engines has run is what is important. I know it is...
Those of us with Desmoquattro engines always pull that strainer with trepidation. It's not as important if you're not going to be riding the bike.
Sorry to hijack the thread, do you have any photos of the head work on your 853 Chris? Thanks for the update Tel. I'm following with interest
If the smoke is black it is running too rich and would be a fuelling issue. If the smoke is grey/blue then it's oil be burnt. Oil smoke on start...
I don't think that's a reliable indicator. Wasn't there a year when this changed?
Very easy to fix but will take some time. Follow the thread quoted. I took the globes out and inserted a microfibre cloth inside the lap to clean...
I assume you have done all the usual checks. I had a spongy lever. Took all 3 bleeder nipples out, cleaned them up, cleaned inside where they bite...
You might be up for just a couple of valves and a clean up. If you are mechanically handy or know someone who is I would drop the engine and take...
Sorry guys Black wheels are so 2017. Silver or lighter gold/brass colour are best IMO on the red bikes
In line with the shock mount and just to the left of the Ridge on the swing arm seems to be right [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
I think you're on the right track . Let us know if it works out .
It's fairly easy. Sand the wheels. Paint in the silver colour and then block sand over the lettering to reveal the bare colour .You can then clear...
Oil doesn't "go off" but degrades with use. Total miles travelled is important not time. I'd be happy to run the belts for a bit longer provided...
