Glenn,
RE. Abrupt right at throttle beginning - Check for proper "free-play" in the
throttle cable assy.
Jeff B.
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From: glennmartin [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]
Sent: Thursday, August 30, 2001 8:59 AM
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Subject: From Glenn Martin
Looks like my last message went through. Here are some of my thoughts.
Sorry some of them are old, I have been unable to get the messages to send.
I purchased one of the blue (those are the fast ones?) GTS 3 months ago.
Love the bike. Mine does not surge, although it is pretty abrupt right a
throttle beginning. It is very easy to get up on the center stand. I have
not noticed excessive oil consumption. I read a study of oil viscosity
breakdown, here is the link http://www.nightrider.com/biketech/oiltest1.htm.
All oils were not tested, but Mobile 1 came out on top. I have switched to
Mobile 1, with no indication of clutch problems. Got it at WalMart for
$15.00 for 5 quart container. I also examined Walmart oil filters (I am
very picky about oil filters) and they are surprisingly well constructed
although not as tall as OEM and only $1.98. I am using one on the GTS right
now. Since I do not leave the filter on for 2 oil changes I think the filter
will be fine. I have a set of Bridgestone 020 tires to put on. I am trying
to decide if I want to tackle the job. I will keep the group posted about
my impressions. 120/70 front and 170/60 rear. J.C. Whittney has two bead
breakers. A small one for about $35.00 and a very large stand one for
$68.00. Both are much more reasonable than the ones suggested by the group.
If I try it I may just use a big C clamp. Any one try the C clamp to break
the bead? Sorry to ramble here. I have 3 months of thoughts in my head
that I have been unable to send. ARE THERE ANY GTS OWNERS IN DENVER
COLORADO? I would like to meet you if you exist. I missed the ride to Twin
Lakes due to job training.
Over and out finally,
Glenn Martin
