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Picked up a SV650 for a chick friend like three years ago. I put the last miles it has seen back in 2010... now it's time to fix it and sell it for her. Gas tank is fuckin nasty. Drained it and refilled it. Throttle linkage was stuck, unstucked that poo poo with some lithium grease. Rear brake needed a bleed. New battery.    
BlackMK4 fucked around with this message at 22:12 on Apr 15, 2013 |
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Looks like a refreshing post work beverage.
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Apr 15, 2013 22:14
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 wtf is that? I've cleaned out a lot of nasty tanks but have never seen stuff growing? on the cap.
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Apr 15, 2013 22:43
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NitroSpazzz posted:
Looks like the stuff left over when rainwater dries. Was it left outside all that time? The chain looks ok from the pics.
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Apr 15, 2013 22:45
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I love apple juice!
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Apr 15, 2013 23:00
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Snowdens Secret posted:Looks like the stuff left over when rainwater dries. Was it left outside all that time? The chain looks ok from the pics. Nope, kept it in my garage under a cover since it was ridden last.  Between that and all of the gas left over when I pulled the pump I am thinking that was the issue - off to get more gas.
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Apr 15, 2013 23:21
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Did you get the tank cleaned out?
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Apr 15, 2013 23:38
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Yup. Started right up and went for a quick ride. All is well, time to sell it. The PR2s still have the nipples on them.  The bike has 99xx miles on it... ah well.
BlackMK4 fucked around with this message at 23:46 on Apr 15, 2013 |
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I'm looking for some guidance on unfucking a plastic gas tank that's been warped by ethanol. Several weeks ago my Tuono was pissing gas everywhere after it's first spirited ride around Seattle. Finally had time to take the tank off and the seal around the fuel pump no longer seals. It's bad enough so where the hole where the fuel pump goes is visibly warped to the naked eye. I've been drying out the tank for several days now and looking for fixes to the problem which include: Letting the tank dry out for several weeks seems to take some of the flex out. (doing this now) Using quick release pins http://www.af1racing.com/store/Scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=1481 instead of bolts to hold down the tank. (reduces flex in the future, apparently) Sanding the tank surface flat again (which leads to the problem happening again and sooner with there being less tank material and whatnot) Building up the tank surface with epoxy and sanding flat (considering this, difficult to find a for sure non gas or ethanol soluable solution for this that will also have some flex, this seems like a good bet: http://www.amazon.com/West-Systems-Flex-Epoxy-Kit/dp/B001HBZ1GY/ref=sr_1_48?ie=UTF8&qid=1366055561&sr=8-48&keywords=west+system+epoxy Using a fuel resistant gasket maker in addition to the rubber gasket included with the pump. I've been told this: http://www.amazon.com/Three-Bond-Liquid-Gasket-Ounces/dp/B0012TUVAW works well and is simmilar to Kawasakibond. I know there are a few Ducati riders on this forum, maybe some who've had the same problem and could shed some light on the situation, or help from anyone would be appreciated. Pictures if it helps:  The tank wall is much thinner than this picture would lead you to believe.  
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Apr 15, 2013 23:55
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A good aprilia dealership should be able to get that covered for you.
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Apr 15, 2013 23:56
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I really like Caswell tank epoxy sealer.
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Mcqueen posted:I know there are a few Ducati riders on this forum, maybe some who've had the same problem and could shed some light on the situation, or help from anyone would be appreciated. I'm fairly certain that the Ducati answer is take it in, have them replace it under warranty.
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BlackMK4 posted:Yup. Started right up and went for a quick ride. All is well, time to sell it. The PR2s still have the nipples on them. You don't happen to live anywhere near new orleans do you?
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Apr 16, 2013 00:17
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Fly and ride. You'll get to see Texas.
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clutchpuck posted:I'm fairly certain that the Ducati answer is take it in, have them replace it under warranty. I -think- the Aprilia response is the same, at least for a late model Tuono, in warranty period or not. It certainly doesn't hurt to see.
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nsaP posted:Fly and ride. You'll get to see Texas. True story.  ADINSX posted:You don't happen to live anywhere near new orleans do you? Arizona
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Z3n posted:A good aprilia dealership should be able to get that covered for you. The bike isn't under warranty nor does Aprilia - and I thought until very recently, Ducati - recognize fuel tank expansion from ethanol as a warranty issue. Moto International in Seattle is the only Ape dealer worth a poo poo around here and it didn't seem like they wanted/had to warranty it.
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You're going to have to push a bit and you might need to contact aprilia NA about it.
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Still in rough stages, but made some progress on my half-fairing and mounting bracket. Bracket:   Fairing. I split the fairing horizontally to angle the top up a bit and make it tall enough for the handlebars to clear. Here it is after reinforcing the expanded sides with some sheet aluminum and glassing over stuff. I'll sand it back into a better shape.    A new fairing warrants another seat. Or I am addicted to fiberglass and resin. Here is the new seat, so far. Pretty similar in shape to the last one, but this seat is slightly wider, and should allow me to install the tail-light differently (i.e., better).    More progress to come.
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Apr 16, 2013 22:46
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Tamir Lenk posted:..... What brand of resin do you use?
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Z3n posted:You're going to have to push a bit and you might need to contact aprilia NA about it. Good idea, I don't know why I haven't emailed Ape NA yet.
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TheCoconutman posted:What brand of resin do you use? Just the Bondo/3M stuff at AutoZone/O'Reilly's. Went to a marine supply place once, but they seemed to carry only bigger volumes of the same brand. Can't be bothered to go to better sources for these materials because . . . 
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The best resins you can get are West Marine system, but they're quite expensive. Easy to order online though.
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Mcqueen posted:Good idea, I don't know why I haven't emailed Ape NA yet. Call if you can, when I've had to deal with refunds or w/e I found it's a lot harder for them to ignore you or feed you bullshit if you call over emailing. If they have an endless voicemail system just mash 0 for a while.
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Mister Duck posted:Put the speed triple throttle tube on my street triple. Wow. I know it's not any faster or anything but it just feels way more alive. The bike just shoots forward in 2nd and 3rd with really light input. I didn't find it too bad at all in traffic or at low speeds either. Best 15 bucks I have ever spent on a bike. Is that 1/4'' turn, like the R6 throttle tube? Cleaned the Ninja's rim tape & the general bike up. Applied a new helmet upon myself. Ready for spring commuting awesomeness. 
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drat, I've been wanting to paint my wheels black, and seeing that, I think I'll do it, and add some silver rim tape. Is that motorcycle specific rim tape or just some reflective 3M stuff?
Pokey Araya fucked around with this message at 10:36 on Apr 17, 2013 |
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Tamir Lenk posted:Just the Bondo/3M stuff at AutoZone/O'Reilly's. Went to a marine supply place once, but they seemed to carry only bigger volumes of the same brand. Can't be bothered to go to better sources for these materials because . . . Thats what I thought I've used it but found it a little difficult to work with.
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the walkin dude posted:Is that 1/4'' turn, like the R6 throttle tube? Are you a giant or is that just perspective? It looks like if you lean forward your head will end up ahead of the bars!
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the walkin dude posted:Is that 1/4'' turn, like the R6 throttle tube? I think it is smaller than the R6 tube, so the reduction is smaller. I don't feel any issues with low speed or hitting bumps, so I am kind of liking the current range of motion. I never tried the R6 tube though, so I can't really compare outside of the numbers.
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I finally got the suspension for my R6 back from the shop, it ended up taking a few months because they had to design new fork caps to fit the cartridge kit on right side up forks. Penske rear, gp suspension cartridges up front. Can't wait to throw it on and get to the track.
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Apr 17, 2013 18:43
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That thing is going to be the best sleeper.
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Slavvy posted:Are you a giant or is that just perspective? It looks like if you lean forward your head will end up ahead of the bars! 6'4''. I tower over SUVs on my bike. It's fun. Pokey Araya posted:drat, I've been wanting to paint my wheels black, and seeing that, I think I'll do it, and add some silver rim tape. Is that motorcycle specific rim tape or just some reflective 3M stuff? It's motorcycle specific rim tape.  Kawasaki green, of course.
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Z3n posted:That thing is going to be the best sleeper. I don't know if you can call a vehicle with such a gaudy paint job a sleeper. But its probably going to be one of the best suspended first gen R6s in existence. If only I sprung for the triple clicker.
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Replaced my mangled pilot jet and verified that I didn't gently caress up the timing when I put the head back on. Pinging fixed! Took it for a short rip around town but I didn't want to stay out long with an expired safety inspection.  I'll try to get it inspected Friday then the summer is mine!Also, this experience taught me some stuff about carbs and I think next time I gently caress with it needlessly I will be able to fix what I break even faster.
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Sorry for the lack of pictures but, I just bought a 96 CBR600 F3 today. It's loving immaculate. It wasn't even dusty for sitting for 10 years. Yellow and purple paint job. Purple windscreen. 6500 miles. $1800All it needs is a carb clean 
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Those are the best colors.
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GnarlyCharlie4u posted:Sorry for the lack of pictures but, I just bought a 96 CBR600 F3 today. It's loving immaculate. It wasn't even dusty for sitting for 10 years. Weren't you saving up for a VFR? Is this a flip?
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I don't think it really counts as "today," but I went on a 4,500km road trip this past couple of weeks. Sydney -> Canberra -> Melbourne -> 12 Apostles & back via mountain roads where possible. Highlights include crossing a mountain range at sunset to gorgeous scenery, then getting most of the way frozen on the way down. (I ended up wearing everything I had and making a balaclava out of - clean - underwear to keep my shivering half-way under control). Also, riding around the side of one mountain and watching the next one along catch fire. Big, grey fingers of smoke clawing down the hill. Yay for poor decision making. Anyhoo: photos!  GPOY  Mt Hotham - SPLORT  Cabin in the woods  *Inspirational text goes here*  Blair Witchin'
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babyeatingpsychopath posted:Weren't you saving up for a VFR? Is this a flip? I bought a VFR, it's already in pieces. I've decided I need to use something other than drywall anchors and screws to hold my plastics on. The VFR also needs fork seals and I'm going to do a valve job while the plastics are getting sorted out. Also the PO botched a halo-ring headlight install (removal?); The headlight was glued back together improperly and is missing a couple mounting tabs. I'm trying to find a replacement. The CBR was just too beautiful to pass up. The perils of perusing craigslist. Z3n posted:Those are the best colors.
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prukinski posted:I don't think it really counts as "today," but I went on a 4,500km road trip this past couple of weeks. Sydney -> Canberra -> Melbourne -> 12 Apostles & back via mountain roads where possible. Highlights include crossing a mountain range at sunset to gorgeous scenery, then getting most of the way frozen on the way down. (I ended up wearing everything I had and making a balaclava out of - clean - underwear to keep my shivering half-way under control). Also, riding around the side of one mountain and watching the next one along catch fire. Big, grey fingers of smoke clawing down the hill. Yay for poor decision making. Sounds like you had a blast! How's the vision r holding up?
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