Ok, I have a 95 triumph thunderbird 900 that's kicking my butt and I'm getting tired of not finding a solution... I did valve clearances, new...
Hey there, Bummer, I just found out that the shims on my bike do not have any sizes stamped onto them. Now I need a good and reliable tool to...
Found this video while researching something. Must have watched it at least three times already. The guy's comments/thoughts are golden as he...
In need of a few bike parts after a long time again and remembered good experience with babbitts back then. Just shocked what happened to their...
Spent one entire weekend and several hours on weekdays to reorganize my garage. So happy that I wanted to share.. From this [IMG] To this [IMG]...
Man, I should have bought this years ago... Abba sky lift. I bought it with different adapters for my ZX, xsr and cbr900rr Only testest two of...
Cleaning up/out my garage and have some parts that have been sitting there for ages and are just taking up space. I don't have any prices, just...
Haven't worked on bikes in about a year. Bought a pickup one year ago that needed my attention. Next was a new job etc. Now that my truck is...
Have a running Fazer for sale, clean title Tires in good shape, fairly new. High mileage but purrs like a kitten. Will take video next time I take...
Can have this for less than the asking price. Issues described are: dies while riding (quote: as if it doesn't get fuel) and battery drain. My...
Hello, Not sure if this has been posted before. This post comes very late, but after photobucket no longer allows hosting images on 3rd parties,...
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre=https://www.ebay.com/ulk/itm/292426050725 Read the item description for pure entertainment :)
Been working on a seized engine. Here the video of her first start up. Still need to connect airbox, tune it etc. Big thanks to dave for an...
Cut up the tank of an 85 xj700 [IMG]
Hey, Just throwing this one out there. Does anyone happen to have a Ducati Monster? I am looking for the mounting hole dimensions for the tail...
Hey guys, so i decided to build a small website to store some bike pics. while working on it, i decided to add a knowledge section that i will...
I mean I would not be surprised to see this for a bike listing. But carb bowl gasket set? :)...
Hey, Just noticed something when i received a new radiator cap for my bike. On all websites I found, it says that part 1AE-12462-00-00 is...
Hi, This is driving me nuts and I can't find any info (mostly because I don't know what to search for). I am helping a friend finish his Harley....
Hello, Need some help. On my yamaha, I have a dual throttle. The accelerator cable is threaded where it goes into the throttle housing. It's an...
Hello, Bike is an 88 fzr 1000, but I think this relay is used on other bikes as well. There is a wire on the starter relay that goes into a relay...
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[IMG] It's on an 88 fzr 1000. Where does this bolt go into? When removed, it is a bit wet, but not from oil or fuel. And it smells a bit funny....
Hello, Need to pick your brains. The bike is an 88 fzr 1000. They come with radiator and the fairly ugly thermostat housing. I am doing some...
I was in Germany a few days ago and went to a motorcycle gear and accessories store. I found this in there: a wind tunnel to test gear on an...
Hey, Most likely same for most bikes, but this one is for an FZR 1000. I started digging a bit into the spare bike that I have. When pulling the...
I am finding myself in a situation where some parts are no longer available. In this specific case it's a petcock. Part number is 2GH 24510 01 00....
A friend of mine is in the market for a new bike. Not having an official drivers license yet (he's from abroad) he asked me to test ride the bike...
... whose moods easily change based on how it is going with the bikes? Work on a bike and break stuff or ordered parts are delayed, I am not...
Is there a thread that talks cleaners etc and results? I once in a while come across individual posts or threads but nothing all-in-one....
Hi, Could anyone post a pic of the side/kick stand of their 81 xj550? I assume other bikes will be the same. I am trying to figure out the...
Thinking about getting a smartwatch so I can use it for navigation as well without having to stop and check maps on phone. And no, don't want to...
picked up a new (to me) bike today. i don't know much about it yet but it's a 1988 yamaha fz. still need to do vin decoding etc to know exactly...
Hi, So I am slowly beginning to work on a new project. One of the things on my list is a swingarm swap. The swingarm bolt that I am going to use...
Just looked at an 85 honda nighthawk 650. Complete, clean and looked well taken care of. Had battery but starter didn't do anything. Could be...
Not sure if this is the right category... Now that I am getting closer to an end with my build, I need to go over everything again to make sure...
So... I am not even close to being an expert or someone who thinks he knows much about bikes. Working on them and learning as I go is a great...
Going to check out a 95 kawasaki ninja 600 tomorrow morning. I always loved the looks of the older Ninjas. But do I really need it? Hmm. 12K...
Came across carbs on CL. Not mine, no idea if correct or what condition but thought I'd share https://newyork.craigslist.org/stn/mcy/5482943677.html
My issue: I have this on my bike but need a shorty lever for it. Does anyone know what it is? I can't order a shorty lever because it may not fit....
Hey, So after moving two months ago, I am now noticing that my garage gets really moist after a rain. You walk in and everything is just moist....
Hi, Quick question on changing petcock from vacuum to gravity. I have an 85 kawasaki gpz550 and am putting in a new petcock. Gravity controlled....
Was in Paris for a few days and found this one. Unfortunately the store was closed and I couldn't get more info. Sweet ride though... [IMG]...
Hi, i searched the forum but was not able to find anything. even though this is not about an xj bike, i'd assume the same goes for all/most...
81 xj550 maxim that I've been working on: First time I fired up the bike it idled smoothly. I did that a few times and for several minutes each....
Hi, Not sure if this is under the right forum topic, so my apologies if not. I am looking for a shorter clutch cable. I have an 81 xj550. After...
Hi, Is it me or is the thumbnail preview slow and sometimes not working? I am on a tablet and click on a thumbnail opens the picture. It used to...
Hey, I know this topic has been discussed several times but I was not able to find a good thread with pics etc of the actual harness. I was...
Hey, What torque wrenches are you guys using? Brand/model? Mine broke and I need a new one. thanks, Gabor
Hey, not sure if this is the right place, but has anyone removed the trip reset button on their speedos? just trying to figure out how to do it....
