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Nasher - thanks very much for info
Bought an immaculate 2001 ST2 thinking I was still twenty-something... Whilst I love the bike, my wrists can't handle the riding position and...
Thanks DTD, that appears to be exactly what happened. After several days it seems to be holding its charge.
Excellent! You were right, it was just sleeping (seems battery charger had drained battery having remained connected)
Plugged in an extension cable and got a bit of a spark, not realising it was connected to the battery charger and that was already connected to...
Most passengers I take on this bike complain about the pillion position, saying holding on via the rail behind them is not comfortable. Does...
Replacement clutch on order (plus 32mm socket and bigger torque wrench!)
Chain & sprockets appear fine but I haven't ruled out a transmission issue, for the reasons you state. Having examined clutch friction plates more...
Hughdg - changing gear and 'fast' accelerating whilst already moving was no problem, pulling away from standstill is the issue I have when the...
Thanks!
I have the ST2 manual but have found no mention of torque settings.
Hi Geoffrey, you were right. I stripped the clutch cleaned up all the plates/basket and reassembled which made absolutely no difference (but I am...
Thanks Sev. As I don't plan to do this too often, I'd rather not buy the service tool. With an engineering background, I should be able to avoid...
Thanks WCPaul, very useful info indeed.
Thanks Andy. Yes, heard this a few times and even steel/aluminium combinations!
Thanks Turbogeek.
It's been suggested that I can clean up the plates and remove burs on the basket (pics attached) and that should result in a few more miles, which...
Thanks for your comments. Must admit I thought a new set would cost much more - I know what I'm doing this weekend.
Thanks for your comments. I've just returned from a 400 mile trip and saw all weathers over the three days including plenty of roads as you have...
