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  1. Taku
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    square vs. round headlight

    The K-car designer worked from Monday through Saturday. On Sunday, he took a rest and said "it is good". Then all the king's people and all...
    Post by: Taku, Jul 16, 2016 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  2. Taku
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    square vs. round headlight

    It was hip to be square... I can't figure out why...
    Post by: Taku, Jul 16, 2016 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  3. Taku
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    square vs. round headlight

    [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH]
    Post by: Taku, Jul 16, 2016 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  4. Taku
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    Mid-Ohio Vintage days!! July 8,9,10

    Thanks K-Moe. It was a lot of fun. I came in 15th over all in my racing class (PV 50+ B/C) - almost the middle of the pack :) No trophy to...
    Post by: Taku, Jul 12, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  5. Taku
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    Mid-Ohio Vintage days!! July 8,9,10

    It's the first site (and sight) as you enter the camping area.
    Post by: Taku, Jul 7, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  6. Taku
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    Mid-Ohio Vintage days!! July 8,9,10

    I'm at campsite # 357 at the Mid Ohio Race track near Lexington. All XJers are welcome
    Post by: Taku, Jul 7, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  7. Taku
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    Mid-Ohio Vintage Days I can't wait to go... Racing this year and I need a cheering section!

    I'm presently at campsite # 357 at the Mid Ohio Race track near Lexington. All XJers are welcome
    Post by: Taku, Jul 7, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  8. Taku
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    Is there such thing as too many motorbikes?

    Oh, by the way, I'm at campsite # 357 at the Mid Ohio Race track near Lexington. All XJers are welcome. I race post vintage MX on Sunday.
    Post by: Taku, Jul 7, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  9. Taku
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    Is there such thing as too many motorbikes?

    Thanks toomanybikes, Keep an eye out for Japanese vintage MX bikes. Some of them could bring you a pretty penny on resale (especially the '74 and...
    Post by: Taku, Jul 7, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  10. Taku
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    Any member in Edmonton, AB ? I need a bike picked up and held for two weeks.

    Weren't they great! Had one of those too. A '68 Jawa 175cc street bike turned trail bike (no fenders, knobby tires and the lights...
    Post by: Taku, Jul 3, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  11. Taku
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    Is there such thing as too many motorbikes?

    Hi Matti, Thanks for the note, I'll give you a call when I get back from the vintage days at the Mid-Ohio racetrack. PM me your number, thanks. Gord
    Post by: Taku, Jul 3, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  12. Taku
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    Mid-Ohio Vintage Days I can't wait to go... Racing this year and I need a cheering section!

    10-4. Have fun :)
    Post by: Taku, Jul 3, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  13. Taku
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    Is there such thing as too many motorbikes?

    Okay, now it's 4 CZs and three spare motors along with a frame and several boxes of parts. 4 more CZs to pick up later on this summer (purchased,...
    Post by: Taku, Jul 3, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  14. Taku
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    Mid-Ohio Vintage Days I can't wait to go... Racing this year and I need a cheering section!

    I'm heading out on Thursday morning.
    Post by: Taku, Jul 2, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  15. Taku
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    Any member in Edmonton, AB ? I need a bike picked up and held for two weeks.

    My cousin picked it up, it's safe and sound :)
    Post by: Taku, Jul 2, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  16. Taku
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    Mid-Ohio Vintage days!! July 8,9,10

    Hi Guys, I've been away from this great forum for a bit, but thought I'd drop in and remind the group about Mid-Ohio Vintage Days. I'll be...
    Thread by: Taku, Jul 2, 2016, 5 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  17. Taku
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    Somebody stop me...

    My 2 cents; If your kids are really young, maybe wait a little before getting back into bikes, but share the passion with them when you can, it's...
    Post by: Taku, Jul 2, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  18. Taku
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    Craigslist junk hunter strikes again

    I'm in the same camp as Hogfiddles and Chance. I will admit that I sometimes find a slightly modified bike that is done up just right as long as...
    Post by: Taku, Apr 20, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  19. Taku
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    Craigslist junk hunter strikes again

    Another classic bike turned into junk.
    Post by: Taku, Apr 13, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  20. Taku
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    Craigslist junk hunter strikes again

    Keep them coming, these ads are a great morning read :) Oh, by the way, I let the "go pound sand" guy down gently by telling him I decided to...
    Post by: Taku, Apr 13, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  21. Taku
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    Craigslist junk hunter strikes again

    Great ad! I love a sense of humour. Now, if only one could integrate those custom fitted tree trunks into a bobber creation....
    Post by: Taku, Apr 13, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  22. Taku
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    Craigslist junk hunter strikes again

    ...and it's not even a Harley canoe. ...although, he could chrome the gunwales...
    Post by: Taku, Apr 12, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  23. Taku
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    Any member in Edmonton, AB ? I need a bike picked up and held for two weeks.

    Thanks anyway FrostyDog. If you know someone else let me know. I'll look into storage maybe.
    Post by: Taku, Apr 12, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  24. Taku
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    Any member in Edmonton, AB ? I need a bike picked up and held for two weeks.

    Hi guys and gals, Are there any members in Edmonton Alberta, or nearby? I'm buying a '75 CZ Motocross bike from a guy in St. Albert (NW of...
    Thread by: Taku, Apr 11, 2016, 5 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  25. Taku
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    Craigslist junk hunter strikes again

    Yes, more like a "tail between the legs" response. I was bracing to get an "ear full" of profanities thrown at me, or no reply at all.
    Post by: Taku, Apr 11, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  26. Taku
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    Craigslist junk hunter strikes again

    Here's his response: "It's been up for a while with not much interest so I guess we can go ahead and trade" Surprise! Anyone want it? I don't....
    Post by: Taku, Apr 11, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  27. Taku
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    Craigslist junk hunter strikes again

    Bwahaahaa, I like your evil plan. I'll start the ball rolling.. Here's what I'm sending (I'm playing it as though I haven't read his ad...
    Post by: Taku, Apr 11, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  28. Taku
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    Craigslist junk hunter strikes again

    I recently bought a '79 CR250R for a bit too much $. The guy had "rebuilt" the top end himself... I took off the cylinder to inspect as it felt...
    Post by: Taku, Apr 10, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  29. Taku
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    I love this video...too funny! Czech Scooter guy

    Thanks K-Moe. I get you, if they think they are "precious" the price is outrageous. Parts are surprisingly easy to get, so a cheap beater is...
    Post by: Taku, Apr 10, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  30. Taku
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    Craigslist junk hunter strikes again

    re: Canada-cy... Too funny! Thinking to self: "Hmm, let's see, if there are 35 million of us splitting a year's shift of taking care of our...
    Post by: Taku, Apr 10, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  31. Taku
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    I love this video...too funny! Czech Scooter guy

    The Čezeta was a motor scooter manufactured from 1957 to 1964 by CZ/Jawa, A friend just picked one up (he has to drive to New Brunswick from...
    Thread by: Taku, Apr 10, 2016, 5 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  32. Taku
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    Mid-Ohio Vintage Days I can't wait to go... Racing this year and I need a cheering section!

    I wasn't there, but two summers ago, the owner of my local Yamaha dealer (who loves vintage dirt bikes) brought a dozen motorbikes back with him...
    Post by: Taku, Mar 18, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  33. Taku
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    Mid-Ohio Vintage Days I can't wait to go... Racing this year and I need a cheering section!

    That's great you are thinking of attending! Yes, I'll be camping, there are many spots available. Nothing fancy, just a tent, cook stove,...
    Post by: Taku, Mar 18, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  34. Taku
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    Mid-Ohio Vintage Days I can't wait to go... Racing this year and I need a cheering section!

    Oh no! You've got the itch! Haha. I love those old SL100's from the early 70's! Trouble is, everyone's going to want to ride it :) Thanks for...
    Post by: Taku, Mar 18, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  35. Taku
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    JIS Screwdrivers: Things have changed.

    You are right K-moe, I use that one almost exclusively. I've worn out a few over the years as well, that's a new set of bits I was lucky enough to...
    Post by: Taku, Mar 17, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  36. Taku
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    JIS Screwdrivers: Things have changed.

    [ATTACH] [ATTACH] [ATTACH] Those 1/4 inch shaft bits are made for impact guns, the bits on a good impact screwdriver have slightly larger shafts...
    Post by: Taku, Mar 17, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  37. Taku
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    Mid-Ohio Vintage Days I can't wait to go... Racing this year and I need a cheering section!

    Thanks Stumplifter, I'll post some pictures for sure.
    Post by: Taku, Mar 17, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  38. Taku
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    Mid-Ohio Vintage Days I can't wait to go... Racing this year and I need a cheering section!

    The moment this event ended last year, I've been counting the days until it came back again. It was the first year I attended, and I plan on...
    Thread by: Taku, Mar 16, 2016, 13 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  39. Taku
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    JIS Screwdrivers: Things have changed.

    I never did find a set locally, and started to use my screwdrivers from the Japanese bike tool kits that I have lying around. Huge difference!...
    Post by: Taku, Mar 16, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. Taku
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    JIS Screwdrivers: Things have changed.

    Last summer I was on a mission to find JIS (Japanese Industrial Standard) screwdrivers...you want to see "deer in the headlight" stares? Ask for...
    Post by: Taku, Mar 16, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. Taku
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    Scandinavian Brake System XJ750 1983

    Look at that...I don't even have to ask the question, it's already answered. Good Job gents! I'm playing with my '83 Seca this week and ran into...
    Post by: Taku, Mar 15, 2016 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  42. Taku
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    1965 Honda S65 Sport

    "Your"...not you... Typing too fast :)
    Post by: Taku, Mar 12, 2016 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  43. Taku
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    1965 Honda S65 Sport

    That is odd. Could it be in backwards? Inserted from left to right instead of right to left ? Looking at my pictures, I see I have a lot of...
    Post by: Taku, Mar 12, 2016 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  44. Taku
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    1965 Honda S65 Sport

    The lighting wasn't good for pictures. But you should get the idea. It's a single spring from switch to brake lever arm.
    Post by: Taku, Mar 11, 2016 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  45. Taku
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    1965 Honda S65 Sport

    Hi Tyler, Here are the pictures of the brake light spring on my bike. Regards Taku
    Post by: Taku, Mar 11, 2016 in forum: Other Motorcycles
  46. Taku
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    Is there such thing as too many motorbikes?

    Oops, make that three CZ's... 2 1976 CZ 988.2's and a 175. I have a friend heading back from Alberta next month, so he'll throw them in the back...
    Post by: Taku, Mar 6, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  47. Taku
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    Is there such thing as too many motorbikes?

    Hi Matti, I think you have the exact terminology the engineers used while throwing together these whosemadingies. The enhanced sproingyness...
    Post by: Taku, Mar 6, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  48. Taku
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    Is there such thing as too many motorbikes?

    It does look odd doesn't it? Haha. Leading link front suspension, some European manufacturers like DKW carried this idea into the 70's. The...
    Post by: Taku, Mar 3, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  49. Taku
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    Is there such thing as too many motorbikes?

    oh, and the greeves...
    Post by: Taku, Mar 2, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  50. Taku
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    Is there such thing as too many motorbikes?

    My list of "dream motorbikes" is certainly long enough to cover 366... Shall I start? Okay...since someone asked (or was that me talking to...
    Post by: Taku, Mar 2, 2016 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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