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  1. kevw
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    XJ/FZ Cafe Project

    and also, I got my linkage back from the shop modified to fit the frame. The FZ linkage sat off to one side, the shop centralised the link by...
    Post by: kevw, May 26, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  2. kevw
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    XJ/FZ Cafe Project

    Hi folks, update time. Playing around a little I bought myself a 6" polishing kit for my bench grinder. I stripped down the swithgear and the...
    Post by: kevw, May 26, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  3. kevw
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    Metal polishing question

    Right guys, I am building a project bike and have decided to polish up a few parts, for example the switch housings. I have bought a polishing...
    Thread by: kevw, May 18, 2010, 4 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Are harleys really that slow?

    I didn't say touring. I said CRUISING. yup if I wanted to go round the world it would be on a BMW. but if I wanna cruise it'll be on a...
    Post by: kevw, May 18, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  5. kevw
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    Artsy XJ Pics

    EX500 and XJ600 in front of Eilendonan Castle. (The Castle used as a set in the film Highlander)
    Post by: kevw, May 17, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  6. kevw
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    My new direction

    I think I heard somewhere that the dude's running those bikes are a group similar to the yakuza, and not to be messed with. The style is typical,...
    Post by: kevw, May 17, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  7. kevw
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    Are harleys really that slow?

    Balancing things up a little...............
    Post by: kevw, May 17, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  8. kevw
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    Are harleys really that slow?

    I didn't mean to compare against a 550, I meant in general. Fireblade, R1, GSXR1000, gsxr6, R6 take your pick of the fantastic plastic bikes, all...
    Post by: kevw, May 17, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  9. kevw
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    Are harleys really that slow?

    The Seat Ibiza (google it) was half engineered by porsche.It was sh!t...don't mean a thing Anyhoo, Pinks season 1 episode 2 guy called Paul...
    Post by: kevw, May 16, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  10. kevw
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    Are harleys really that slow?

    Harleys. Hmmmm It's been an age old debate since the dawn of time this one (well at leats since 1903 lol) Personally I like Harleys, especially...
    Post by: kevw, May 16, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  11. kevw
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    Key vs Run switch

    Oh yeah, someone mentioned stuck throttles, just as a little side story. A mate of mine had rebuilt his bike. a year or so latter we are out...
    Post by: kevw, May 16, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  12. kevw
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    Key vs Run switch

    Well your going to take your key out anyway aren't you? I personaly always switch off with the kill. Just habit, don't know where I got that...
    Post by: kevw, May 16, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  13. kevw
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    Holywood and bikes

    Ha! Excelent guys!!!! Yup, Cinema really needs to have a good look at bikes and try again.... Mission impossible 2 for example, Triumphs...
    Post by: kevw, May 12, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Holywood and bikes

    Just a little fun, Lets see how many blunders cinema makes when it comes to bikes, Let me kick off with, 1/ The lead always has to slap his...
    Thread by: kevw, May 11, 2010, 25 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  15. kevw
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    newbie carb question

    You are deffinetaly struggling here, you should be pulling a lot faster than 80mph. My XJ600 is good for about 125mph showing on the clocks. I...
    Post by: kevw, May 10, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  16. kevw
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    swapping out my xj650 engine for an xj900 seca engine

    what year of xj900 seca engine are you using?
    Post by: kevw, May 10, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Insurance

    WOW!!! Canada must really hate bikes!!! I am 34 and my insurance is £70 fully comp per year. (at the current exchange) thats about $110 per year...
    Post by: kevw, May 9, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    XJ/FZ Cafe Project

    Well the shock I got is toast. No damping left whatsoever, Ah well you can't win 'em all! On the plus side, a shock from an early FZ6 Fazer...
    Post by: kevw, May 9, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  19. kevw
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    82 40xs400j, stock to something different

    Ha ha , love it! Thats something pretty unique, done in a day with a little imagination. Brilliant.
    Post by: kevw, May 9, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    newbie carb question

    By the looks of your pics (they are kinda out of focus!) it looks like you have 2 running fine and 2 rich It certainly wouldn't hurt to return...
    Post by: kevw, May 9, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  21. kevw
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    newbie carb question

    Put them right here, let the forum see. There is some pretty experienced guys on here that can give great advice!
    Post by: kevw, May 8, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    newbie carb question

    hey just hold the throttle steady for a couple of secs. that'll do. I just want to see a pic of whats happening.... :D Carbs are funny...
    Post by: kevw, May 8, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  23. kevw
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    newbie carb question

    Wow, you have got some issues there. like I say these screws only affect the first 1/4 of throttle openning so you can only adjust the settings at...
    Post by: kevw, May 8, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  24. kevw
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    newbie carb question

    Hi there, yes those are the right screws, but they only set the pilot mix, i.e. only from idle through the first 1/4 of throttle, from there the...
    Post by: kevw, May 8, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  25. kevw
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    DIY carb stand

    +1 do a build guide and get it stickied! This is probably the most genious home made tool I've seen. So simple and so effective. Love it. :D
    Post by: kevw, May 7, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  26. kevw
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    Bad news from the dealer

    / \ 1 what they said, but try a few things first. get the bike running, leave it for a while idling, then test the exhaust manifolds. If...
    Post by: kevw, May 7, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  27. kevw
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    Maybe a stupid question (carbs again)

    Hey, no question is a stupid question if you don't know the answer. But from what you are describing they sound like vent pipes, just run a...
    Post by: kevw, May 6, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ/FZ Cafe Project

    Yeah, I am only mocking it up just now, so I'll weigh it when I pull it apart again. If you are going down this route though, remember the FJ's...
    Post by: kevw, May 6, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    My new ride!

    Sweeeeeet!!!! You scored there my friend. I used to work in a Yamaha dealership and those side cases were very very expensive extra's!!!!...
    Post by: kevw, May 6, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  30. kevw
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    Why do you love your bike?

    Nice question. I like bikes in general because 5 mins into any ride, my head clears and concentrates on nothing but the ride. Any problems I...
    Post by: kevw, May 6, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  31. kevw
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    XJ/FZ Cafe Project

    As promised here's a few update pics, The bits as they arrive [img] and the arm in the frame [img] [img] and the linkage thats...
    Post by: kevw, May 6, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  32. kevw
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    XJ/FZ Cafe Project

    Quick update for you guys, my swing arm, linkages, sprocket carrier and shock arrived today. All second hand and all pretty horrible. The shock...
    Post by: kevw, May 5, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Fitting an automatic chain oiler

    O.K. So this is aimed at you guys with chain drives, but hopefully it'll give you something to think about. The product I am fitting is a...
    Thread by: kevw, May 4, 2010, 1 replies, in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  34. kevw
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    Caption This Photograph !! No wagering!

    filming of "Sons of Anarchy" hit some problems. Billy bob fell to the ground in shock after noticing the small sticker that Jesse had jokingly...
    Post by: kevw, May 4, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  35. kevw
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    XJ900F workshop manual wanted

    Well I can certainly e-mail you a pdf parts diagram. Give me a wee while to see what I can come up with, I may be able to rustle up a manual...
    Post by: kevw, May 4, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  36. kevw
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    XJ900F workshop manual wanted

    what year is your bike?
    Post by: kevw, May 4, 2010 in forum: For Sale, Trade/Swap, Wanted
  37. kevw
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    Caption This Photograph !! No wagering!

    ahhh sheeeeeeeit bawys ah found the problem, it says right here "Made in the U S of A" (sorry couldn't resist that one) How many posing New...
    Post by: kevw, May 3, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  38. kevw
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    XJ/FZ Cafe Project

    Right I am getting really bored waiting for my new parts to show, so I am going to let you guys in on the theme for this bike. It's obviously...
    Post by: kevw, May 3, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  39. kevw
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    what are the "must do's" after being in storage for 10 yrs?

    Re: what are the "must do's" after being in storage for 10 y Hey I got beaten to it :cry: funny thing is we all came up with more or less...
    Post by: kevw, May 3, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  40. kevw
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    what are the "must do's" after being in storage for 10 yrs?

    Re: what are the "must do's" after being in storage for 10 y ooooh I like this question!!! I've restored a few old bikes now, So I'll tell you...
    Post by: kevw, May 3, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  41. kevw
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    Lets see your work space!!

    I wouldn't rent it. I'd be happy to lend it!!! Same with any of my tools We're in it together right? I bought the carbtune a couple of years...
    Post by: kevw, May 3, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
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    Lets see your work space!!

    Well folks, lets see your workspace and the equipment you have, let me start. I have a modest garage, that usually has about 4 or 5 bikes in it...
    Thread by: kevw, May 3, 2010, 19 replies, in forum: Hangout Lounge
  43. kevw
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    Carb Balance and problem solving (pic heavy)

    Thanks Rick. I overlooked putting a warning in.
    Post by: kevw, May 3, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
  44. kevw
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    Sudden partial tire pressure loss?

    You could always take it to another shop and ask them to take a look..... innocently of course :roll:
    Post by: kevw, May 2, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    new member

    Hi buddy, there is a few of us on here with XJ600's so you are in good company!!!!!!
    Post by: kevw, May 2, 2010 in forum: Hangout Lounge
  46. kevw
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    Sudden partial tire pressure loss?

    I would take it back to the shop and explain your problem Politely. Perhaps they didn't change the valve on your wheel (should be renewed with...
    Post by: kevw, May 2, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ/FZ Cafe Project

    You never know!!! My last name is Wilson, but I am decended from the Clan Gunn on my fathers side and Clan Gordon on my Mothers. (Scottish...
    Post by: kevw, May 2, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
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    Air leak from rubber boots carb to head

    what kind of air leak do you have, check out this post. does it help any? carb prob solving if not you can gently warm electrical tape...
    Post by: kevw, May 2, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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    XJ/FZ Cafe Project

    In the case of a missing airbox, and with the original being pretty scarce in the US, I would probably do the same thing......
    Post by: kevw, May 2, 2010 in forum: XJ Modifications
  50. kevw
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    xj chain drive. Did they make a 650 chain drive?

    FJR1300 is a shaftie. The XJR1300 is a chainie just sayin oh and we get the XJR1300 and it's predecessor the XJR1200 here. Apart from...
    Post by: kevw, May 2, 2010 in forum: XJ Technical Chat
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