Re: List Stuff, HTML, ETC.
Thanks Thanks Thanks Thanks Brandon--I got 4 of these too--I guess you get what you pay for... FL Kev --- brandon [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Kevin Harrington wrote: Hey guys, Has anyone else been getting multiple copies of the same message, or is it just yahoo ME? Nope. Just you. :^) Brandon __ Do You Yahoo!? Thousands of Stores. Millions of Products. All in one Place. http://shopping.yahoo.com/
List Stuff, HTML, ETC.
Hey guys, Has anyone else been getting multiple copies of the same message, or is it just yahoo ME? Also, I seem to be getting messages out of sync--I see someone's response with the original before the original--I assume this must be a yahoo thing... HTML--Chase, as annoying as the HTML stuff is, we have been down this road and it is something these guy's networks are inserting--they swear the checkboxes are plain text. I think there are a couple of network admins on the list and we just can't seem to solve it... FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Thousands of Stores. Millions of Products. All in one Place. http://shopping.yahoo.com/
RE: Headlight Adjustment
I think the drive unit moves the whole headlight--if it is ok then it might have been loose from the fixture to begin with... FL Kev --- Gary Ryder [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Henry, I already removed the right angle drive unit from the back of the headlight housing and that is ok. Whatever it is that isn't working is inside the headlight unit. I don't want to remove the headlight and then find that I can't get inside it anyway. Gary Topic No. 10 Date: Mon, 30 Oct 2000 22:38:58 -0500 From: "Henry S. Winokur" [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: RE: Headlight Adjustment Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Both the horizontal and the vertical screw adjusters are separate from the headlight housing itself and can be replaced separately from the housing. As I recall the right side is responsible for the horizontal movement (mine is gone to, and I'm waiting for a warranty replacement). Parts are the same for 93 and 94: Right side as you face bike (horizontal) 4BH-8430M-00 Left side as you face bike (vertical) 3LD-8430M-00 Regards, Henry S. Winokur 94 GTS1000, AMA, MRF, MD/MSF Certified Instructor West Bethesda, MD The horizontal adjustment for my headlight is defunct. The adjuster turns but the headlight beam does not move. I've removed the right angle drive thingy attached the back of the headlight unit and that is ok. If I go to the considerable trouble of removing the headlight unit is there anything I can then get at that I might be able to fix? Gary Ryder __ Do You Yahoo!? From homework help to love advice, Yahoo! Experts has your answer. http://experts.yahoo.com/
RE: Biketoberfest...wrap up.
Different Kevin, but kinda the same story. It is a '93 but my paint is that changing stuff called Chromallusion from Dupont. The color is "black blazberry"--changes from a tealish sort of '94 blue to purple to bronze. There are some pics on the Yahoo GTS club page--I put 'em in Rob's album 'cause it was empty... It's not much to look at at night and even the pictures can't really show it well, ya just got to be there! FL Kev --- "Henry S. Winokur" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I only saw your '94.. no others. I got home last night, I had to Paul: Kevin's "94" is a 94 in appearance only. Underneath it is a 93!!! We call it a 93.5. He changed the skins to the more attractive blue after an accident that was caused when he was rear ended by another rider!!! Regards, Henry S. Winokur 94 GTS1000, AMA, MRF, MD/MSF Certified Instructor West Bethesda, MD __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Messenger - Talk while you surf! It's FREE. http://im.yahoo.com/
'Toberfest oops
Oops! Pictures of paint are in Fred Grefe's album, nekkid stuff is in Rob's... FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Messenger - Talk while you surf! It's FREE. http://im.yahoo.com/
Biketoberfest
HEY! I assuume from the lack of activity, that all of you are coming to Biketoberfest! See you there! FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Messenger - Talk while you surf! It's FREE. http://im.yahoo.com/
Re: Biketoberfest
--- Steve Baglien [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm going Goldwing style! Where are you going to be? Try to scam a message on the board @ the Yamaha tent near the speedway, I'll send my cell number to you. FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Messenger - Talk while you surf! It's FREE. http://im.yahoo.com/
Re: Wheel Corrosion and Pitting
--- Hugh Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Have any of you GTS owners experienced corrosion of the wheels exhibited as pitting on the polished portions of the wheels? snip Thanks, Hugh Oh yeah--lots of corrosion. I don't think you can remove it easily 'cause it's under the clear coat (how it got there no-one knows???) Some of my buds swear by powder-coating--colors and clear--seems to last and look good on their rides (they may occasionally get off and wash their bikes though...). Lots of powder coating associated with the marine industry and they are pretty thick down in your neck of the woods--talk to your yachting friends. FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Get Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
Amsoil Filters
I've tried all those filters mentioned in a fit-check. They all fit, but as you get longer they run closer to the exhaust pipe, FWIW. Close examination of them and the Yamaha (Denso) reveals the Yamaha seems to be of higher quality--not that the Amsoils aren't good enough, I just see/feel more grip threads and a closer tolerance to the thread diameter giving a better fit upon installation. Also, three cheers to my Amsoil guy for scrounging up these filters for me to fool with... FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos - 35mm Quality Prints, Now Get 15 Free! http://photos.yahoo.com/
Re: Desperately need your immediate help!
--- Richard [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Kelly, My '93 GTS has 17,000 miles on it. With the exception of the first service at 677 miles I've used Mobil 1 exclusively. I estimate it uses ~ 1/3 of a quart every 3000 miles. I can get a better estimate but I'd have to track usage for awhile. Richard That sounds a little high Richard, are you sure it's broken in? I've heard it can take up to 10,000 for Yamaha rings/bores to really seat in. FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos - 35mm Quality Prints, Now Get 15 Free! http://photos.yahoo.com/
RE: oil usage
Jon What is better about the series 2000 oil for cycles? --- "Henry S. Winokur" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jon.. How often do you change your AMSOIL? I did what you recommended and changed to the Series 2000 20w-50, plus the SDF 20 oil filter (which is about 1/2" longer than the stock one). Regards, Henry S. Winokur 94 GTS1000, AMA, MRF, MD/MSF Certified Instructor West Bethesda, MD __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos - 35mm Quality Prints, Now Get 15 Free! http://photos.yahoo.com/
RE: Oil weight
--- "Henry S. Winokur" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: snip I put nothing into that either. The space program is probably run the same way most of the rest of the government is: low bidder!! Regards, Henry S. Winokur 94 GTS1000, AMA, MRF, MD/MSF Certified Instructor West Bethesda, MD This is normally true, but Bel-Ray is sort of a spinoff from the program and not really a bidder as such... FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos - 35mm Quality Prints, Now Get 15 Free! http://photos.yahoo.com/
Re: one bike?
It is definitely not forks, but slightly different from the GTS front end... FL Kev --- Louis Tweed [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Was it really that long ago I saw the Britten in a magazine that had the sliding front suspension system? Don't remember exactly how it worked, but it looked different. Louis [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Make that WAS, not Is, Louis. Britten died of cancer a few years ago. Phil On Mon, 2 Oct 2000, Louis Tweed wrote: If I recall correctly Britten is one of the motorcycle guru's for alternative suspensions, both front and rear. Louis Tweed grant gall wrote: But Nick, it has forks! Grant Gall "nicholas.threader" wrote: __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos - 35mm Quality Prints, Now Get 15 Free! http://photos.yahoo.com/
Re: Could I use Mercon III automatic transaxle fluid in ScottOiler?
--- Anton Tropashko [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm contemplating buying a Scottoiler. However I'm worrying about the oil supply and went to a local automotive supplies store. They don't have Mercon II, but have tons of Mercon III fluid. Would that work instead of Mercon II and ScottOil? Should I use burned olive oil? Just kidding. Not about Mercon though. I'm not particularly good at lubricating chain manually. It ends up looking, er, not particularly good. Any related suggestions? Should I have used "FLUFF" in the subject? Fluff let's us know it's off topic so we can delete if we want--doesnt help the digesters though... I think any ATF will work, as will chainsaw oil, or any other non-detergent oil of similar viscosity. FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos - 35mm Quality Prints, Now Get 15 Free! http://photos.yahoo.com/
Re: How I do it
--- Michel Bijl [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: How I lube my chain, I think we almost all agree on the fact that chain lubing makes sense. Here's how I do it. I do it every 400 to 500 kilometers. snip Is my shop right or does this recepy to lube make sense Yes, this makes perfect sense. The only better way to do this operation is to get a Scott or Hawke Oiler FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos - 35mm Quality Prints, Now Get 15 Free! http://photos.yahoo.com/
Re: GTS to FZR stuff
--- Steve Baglien [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 9/23/2000 6:18:34 AM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I agree with you. Should you want to be faster, buy a sportsbike! Of course they don't look as great as the good old GTS And then if you want to be more comfortable buy a Goldwing, why modify the bars, windshield, seat, pegs etc. and make the GTS something it isn't. (just a smart ass answer) No way. You might say that as a smart ass answer, but I agree with it. Why sink all that money into something to try to redesign it. If you really want a touring bike - get a touring bike. If you really want a true sport bike, there are lots out there that are better than the GTS will be no matter what mods you make. (not just a smart ass answer) I can't afford the two motorcycles you mention, I'd always be in a situation where I'd want the other one, I probably don't fit the "standard" rider template--legs too long-weigh too much, and I'm a fickle bastard. Reasons enough to "tweak" an already excellent motorcycle to one's own liking--other than it's just cool and damn fun. Some people tweak more than others--it's not an insult to the design, just a by-product of our uniqueness as human beings. I cheer the modders and the stockers... FL Kev. __ Do You Yahoo!? Send instant messages get email alerts with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com/
RE: ScottOiler FLUFF
Don't tell me, that's Marcy's bag on the left... Fl Kev --- "Hawkins, Kevin" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I used to think the same thing, until I installed one. I was able to make mine quite inconspicuous mounted on the license plate bracket! Here are before and after pictures. http://www.geocities.com/~raddboy/gts1000/newgts5.jpg http://www.geocities.com/~raddboy/luggage1.jpg It's at different angles, but you can see that it simply added only about 3" to that area. Kevin Hawkins // Greensboro, NC [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.geocities.com/~raddboy Y2K Kawasaki ZRX1100 // '93 Yamaha GTS1000 __ Do You Yahoo!? Send instant messages get email alerts with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com/
Re: chains and shocks
The point of the chain lube is to keep the O rings moist and pliable so they do retain the lube that's inside. But, I just can't see past all the bearing surfaces on the outside of a chain, so I like the idea of constant lube. The oil is non-detergent and flings off (hopefully with all the dirt) and my chain remains fairly clean (don't ask about the rear wheel, though). I've got 27,000 on my stock chain and am just now starting to shop for a new set due to the front sprocket. Chain and rear sprocket still look good. FL Kev --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: (donning Brandon's flamesuit): I think you guys oiling your chains are barking up the wrong tree. Unless you're running non O-ring chain, those neat little neoprene O-rings on either end of each pin are keeping all that lubrication out of the area where it could do any good. The buildup of oil (or chain lube or whatever) attracts dirt, grit, etc which is of course detrimental to the sealing properties of the O-rings. I 'wash' my chain with WD-40 (yeah I know it's essentially kerosene) periodically to get all the grit off and wipe it down with a couple shop rags. My O-rings stay happy (I've asked em!), and my chain and rear wheel stay clean. For those enquiring minds, I'm running Tsubaki 530 XO, and I get about 20,000 miles out of a chain. Re: the stock shocks, they might be Ohlins, but I couldn't find anyone willing to rebuild my stock rear shock when I blew a seal about 3 years ago. I now have (afermarket) Ohlins on both ends, and they are definitely not the same units as the stockers. Flame ON, List! Doug Wilson __ Do You Yahoo!? Send instant messages get email alerts with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com/
Re: Cracked plastic
I remember someone mentioning that the Corbins fit too tight and that causes some cracking too, just a slightly different area... FL Kev --- Greg Christopher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Folks, I don't know if everyone is numb on the brain or what. I remember a whole thread on the cracked plastic on the right rear tail panel. snip -Greg \|/ \|/ Greg Christopher ||[EMAIL PROTECTED] ICQ: 4997683 PAGER: http://wwp.mirabilis.com/4997683 [EMAIL PROTECTED] I am Pentium of borg...division is futile...prepare to be approximated __ Do You Yahoo!? Send instant messages get email alerts with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com/
RE: GTS to FZR stuff
WOW! I'll wager we won't do that bad @ Biketoberfest with a ton more drunken, bare-headed, ride-twice-a- year sons-a-bitches... But, I've been wrong before ;) FL Kev --- "Hawkins, Kevin" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: You want to know what else happened at Deal's Gap this past weekend? There were 13 wrecks at the Gap this past weekend, 6 were taken to hospitals and were listed as critical, one lost his life (on a Hayabusa). I have little interest in EVER returning to this place! Kevin Hawkins // Greensboro, NC [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.geocities.com/~raddboy Y2K Kawasaki ZRX1100 // '93 Yamaha GTS1000 snip __ Do You Yahoo!? Send instant messages get email alerts with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com/
Re: BikeToberFest
I'll be there also. FL Kev --- Steve Baglien [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So far, I know that Paul K and RSR Bob are going to be there (me too). Anyone else planning on heading to Daytona Beach the Oct 19-22? __ Do You Yahoo!? Send instant messages get email alerts with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com/
Re: GTS-1000 digest 519
--- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Can anyone give me some ideas on the best front tires for a GTS? snip Looks like we are all over the chart on this one!! I like the old Michelin Macadam 90. My last set was the Azaros (120/180) and I just replaced the rear @ 3500 miles. The front is lasting fine so far. I'm with Steve on the handling--excellent stick but kinda wandery @ high speed. This exacerbated the head shake as soon as the dreaded "flat spot" appeared. There are clearly a LOT of variables so some of mine are: I'm 220 and normally run with 3 GIVI's (tucked under each arm, Robert ;)) hot (Florida), straight (also Florida) and fast (just irresponsible), 10-15% two up (MUCH slower--can't take the screaming!), and I'm fair to pretty good about checking tire pressure--39 front, 41 rear. I like the feel of the Azaro on the front with my new Dunflop 207 on the rear, but haven't checked for head shake or the high (100+) speed wander. Hope this helps! Fl Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
Tire Sizes
Just a note on tire sizes for the archives or if anyone is interested. Got a Dunlop D-207 for the rear in the original size--170/60. It measures 7 1/16" wide X 25 3/16" diameter (my shot @ metric-18cm X 63.9cm). This is very close to my old Azaro 180/55--it was 7 1/4 X 25 inches. Fl. Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
RE: Tires -- where to buy (a plug)
Discount does not apply to tires, but they do have lots of other cool stuff. I always shop price on tires and lots of time ended up @ CA, just not this time and not even if the 10% would have applied... There is a new bennie for AMA members...the ability to purchase stuff at Competition Accessories and get 10% off their already low prices. Regards, Henry S. Winokur 94 GTS1000, AMA, MRF, MD/MSF Certified Instructor West Bethesda, MD __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
Re: Tires -- where to buy (a plug)
--- "Thomas H. Keyworth" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm currently working on our new tire site, should be up by next week. We sell primarily Harley Aftermarket parts, but are expanding into tires for all bikes. In the meantime, e-mail me what size and type tire you're looking for and I'll get back to you w/ a price... oh, and shipping is $8 anywhere in the continental US - and we ll beat any MAW price my plug. -T == Thomas H. Keyworth http://www.keyworth.net http://www.district37ama.org http://www.jpt-promotions.com == === Wally's Cycle World Lowest Prices Guaranteed! http://www.wallyscycleworld.com Dang, I just got my tire... - Original Message - From: Steve Baglien [EMAIL PROTECTED] I spent the past couple of day looking for the best deal on tires for the GTS and Goldwing. I found that Accessory Whorehouse had the best prices, but when I went to order, they wanted $17 per tire for shipping. These mail order places seem to play games with that (low price/high shipping cost or higher price/lower shipping). I took a look at http://www.tireexpress.com and they had the same prices as AW, but only charge $8/tire. Note: http://www.tiresunlimited.com has terrible prices on tires. -Sven the Viking Depends on the time and the tire--Whorehouse had 207's for $99 and TE was $132 when I bought--competition being what it is, TE has come down to $101 so they are a better deal now. My plug is: It pays to shop every place, every time (and now we got a "connection" thanks to Thomas!!) Fl Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
Re: Would Teflon/Steel Brake Lines Prevent Moisture Intrusion?
Mike, I AM sure the teflon is more impermeable than the stock rubber, and I'm sure you like the feel of these hoses as I did on my old Ho*** Sabre. A word of note--the service manual recommends replacing the hoses every two years of service anyway, reason enough to give us a hard time replacing the HU's for free as most of us have not done this... So, for justification's sake--new teflons (if we can find them in the US) probably cost about as much as stock rubber. Replace them now and spare yourself the trouble of replacing the HU... IMHO Fl Kev --- Michel Bijl [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Mike, I'm not sure if the steel lined brakes would help keep the moist out, but as soon as you've installed them, there's nothing that would make you feel satisfied with the rubber hoses. Believe me!! Michel Bijl - Original Message - From: Mike [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Multiple recipients of list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, September 14, 2000 7:09 AM Subject: Would Teflon/Steel Brake Lines Prevent Moisture Intrusion? Fellow GTSer's -- I've been lurking here in the Bay Area and enjoying the list as time permits (been real busy adding onto our house, changing jobs, and trying to keep up with 3 teenagers, and trying not to commit malpractice). While my ABS works great now (and has never had a problem), I fear that as soon as Yamaha Corporate throws the brakes on the free (or relatively free) ABS repair, mine will malfunction. I have read over the past 18 months or so that the problem is likely due to moisture intrusion into the brake lines over time and, therefore, it's highly recommended that GTS owners replace their brake fluid annually. My question to the technical guys out there is: Would installing teflon/steel brake lines also help to prevent moisture intrusion and/or corrosion of the ABS internals? I'm okay with the feel of the stock brakes and would only consider shelling out the green for new brake lines IF they were good insurance and were effective in reducing moisture intrusion. What do you think? Mike Cordon Danville, CA '94 GTS __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
RE: Okay! Shall we buy some windscreens?!?!?!
--- "Henry S. Winokur" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: A certain height? :^) Henry is a bit taller than most guys. Kevin Hawkins // Greensboro, NC True enough. But only 6'2" (maybe a bit less) and most of my height comes from my legs! Regards, Henry S. Winokur 94 GTS1000, AMA, MRF, MD/MSF Certified Instructor West Bethesda, MD As a note to those thinking of buying the short screen--I got Henry's screen and like it for summer here in Florida. I also am about Henry's height and length, so it is a matter of a number of things that make this screen work for you. FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
Re: Is this the wilson Yamaha Web page???
--- Greg Christopher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: This is what I had... http://www.mbnet.mb.ca/~neelin/motorcycle/gts.html No attempt at any portion of this URL seems to work. And pardon me for the Newbie question, but is there a "Kind of main page for this rag-tag fugitive fleet of GTS owners"? -Greg Good God man, where have you been!--- http://www.gts1000.org Tag- you're it. __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
RE: FJ1300 and our Ill fated GTS1000
Just a thought, don't the FJ1200's have a heat problem on the inside two cylinders, or at least the beginnings of one? Wouldn't the increased output make this worse? I would prefer a 1300cc Genesis motor myself... FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
Re: Radar Dectector/Jammer
--- Michael Esfeld [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: An acquaintance just told me about this unit. Thought the group might be interested. Anyone use this product or know if it's effective? http://www.auto-radar-detectors.com/index.html Mike Completely inneffective except for the insurance policy that pays your ticket--you still get the points... FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
Re: ABS nightmare...
--- "Thomas H. Keyworth" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Speaking of ABS nightmares. first discovered the problem w/ mine back in Sep '99. Took it in in Oct for a top-end job, 4-1/2 months later (back-ordered rings...) they can't find what's wrong w/ the ABS, even after replacing everything. Snip all the horror Thanks, -T '94 GTS == Thomas H. Keyworth http://www.keyworth.net http://www.district37ama.org http://www.jpt-promotions.com == This sounds very familiar. If it is an option, run screaming to another dealer--you might still get the same service but at least the scenery will change!!! Concerning the back-order thing--this seems to be a common excuse but sometimes they wait on the rings (a GTS unique part, so maybe..) but then, when they finally get around to putting it back together, someone remembers you need new gaskets--oops! Now these are back-ordered. No real excuse for this, why must we wait on all the back orders seperately This is the shop's fault for poor planning, maybe Yamaha's fault for providing the magic book that estimates hours but NOT PARTS!!!(maybe it does and the service managers don't read it...) Two suggestions-- 1. Get with your regional service representative NOW! Buy him dinner, make him your friend--they are usually nuch smarter than the dealers! 2. Use the parts fiche/service manual to guesstimate the parts required and offer this list to the service manager @ your dealer. NO SENSE waiting 4 months on one back-order and then an additional month on a back-ordered part you knew you needed when you walked through the door 5 months earlier! Thanks for letting me rant, I was having a flash-back... Good Luck! FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
Re: MIME and GIVI (was: Re: Do I look like crap? )
snip of you guys with Givis, are you using the Maxia as a side bag also, or something smaller / thinner? any caveats before I order a wingrack? Yes I know about the Krausers, but I already have a Maxia topcase my sister in law just gave me another one that belonged to my brother, so that's what it'll be if you don't advise otherwise. later, Roberto Roberto, I don't have the Maxia's but I do have a 460 as my top case--these are, according to GIVI's specs, about an inch wider than the Maxia. The Maxia's achieve the additional space from the more square shape. The Maxia is only about 1/2 inch wider than the 360's I currently use as side bags, so I say go for the Maxias! Their look is closer to the Krauser but better IMHO, (too bad about the looks of the wingrack...) FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
Re: ABS Replacement; did you pay labor?
--- Greg Christopher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: For those of you who did get their ABS replaced on Yamaha, Did they charge you full labor? I took mine to Gilroy Yamaha, and first they said I'd have to pay for any labor beyond the small 3 hours Yamaha would pay for. Then when I asked if it was ready, they told me I'd have to pay the labor part. Then I reminded them they'd said I'd only have to pay for anything over what Yamaha gives them. Then they said it took _7_ hours, and they would only charge me four. I haven't picked it up yet; I'm anxiously awaiting your replies. :) -Greg \|/ \|/ Greg Christopher ||[EMAIL PROTECTED] ICQ: 4997683 PAGER: http://wwp.mirabilis.com/4997683 [EMAIL PROTECTED] The complete lack of evidence is the surest sign that the conspiracy is working. I paid NOTHING and if it took them 7 hours, I bet you are paying for a 4 hour coffee break... FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
RE: Boots/was winter gear
As far as boots go, I purchased a pair of Sidi Stradas this year to replace my AlpineStar Circus Goretex boots and I'm VERY pleased! Waterproof, absolutely and comfortable too. I'm going to replace my old Bates boots with a pair of SIDI On Road Sympatex. I'll be ordering them shortly. Regards, Henry S. Winokur 94 GTS1000, AMA, MRF, MD/MSF Certified Instructor West Bethesda, MD For the really cheap, Joe Rocket makes the Rhino for about $140US. Waterproof, Kevlar re-inforced leather, no zippers, and comfortable for me (and my fat feet)--even bearable in Florida heat and humidity (while riding!!!) FL Kevin __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
Re: Web sites for tires
I like Compacc.com but shop all the big cats for price. Watch the shipping/handling charges as the cheapest price may be tagged with a big handling charge to make up for it. I just tried Yahoo shopping for a car stereo and saved $50 bucks over my local Best Buy but haven't tried it for tires yet. Soon probably... Fl Kev --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What companies has anyone used and liked for price and service? __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
Re: brake lines
Thanks for the info, I'm pretty satisfied with the feel now but I know the s.s. would feel much better... --- Michel Bijl [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Kevin, S.S. brake lines are made to measure your bike. There are several brands, but I don't think there will be too much difference in quality. i ordered mine for my old concours through a non brand specific mechanic shop and they did a great job. I mounted them myself. I replaced all the rubber brake lines, so for the GTS that would mean from the brake handle all the way down to the caliper. For the rear brake, all the way from the cylinder connected to the brake pedal to the caliper. You don't need to replace the bit between the reservoir and the cylinder because there's no significant pressure applied to this bit of brake line. The results will be amazing. On my old concours I revised the entire brake system and put in new pads. The s.s. brake lines work so well that new brake pads that haven't been broken in, brake as well as broken in brake pads with rubber brake lines. (I'm an enthousiast) Mounting is not very difficult, if you have a owners manual, the momentum for the bolts is mentioned. Or I could tell you, (but not right now since my manual is not here In short: It's an easy do it yourself job if you know how to bleed your brakes. And while youré at it, you might as well change all of your brake fluid and replace the rubber O rings in the calipers. Michel Bijl __ Do You Yahoo!? Send instant messages get email alerts with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com/
Re: NHTSA fluff
--- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Subj:AIM/NCOM E-NEWS SERVICE: Forbes FYI, "The Wild One" Date: 5/17/99 2:44:19 PM Eastern Daylight Time TO ALL CONCERNED MOTORCYCLISTS: Following is a copy snip a lot of interesting reading!!! You are a brave man for this--thanks for the reprint and the fluff warning--let's see if we can all conduct ourselves as gentlemen(persons?) Also, (not that they may not have years of experience @ guessing causes of death) at least one of the helmetless Florida rider deaths was proclaimed to have been preventable by a helmet by the FHP. We get a lot of mis-quoting by the papers here, it's entirely possible the officer said, "I'm NOT a DOCTOR. BUT..."--we just never get to see that part. Thanks again, FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Send instant messages get email alerts with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com/
Re: brake lines
--- Michel Bijl [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Chuck, According to the manual, brake lines should be replaced every 2 years or whenever they are cracked or worn out. Should you decide to replace them, It might be an idea to replace them with steel covered lines. To the best of my knowledge, these steel covered lines will last longer than your bike. Michel Bijl '94 GTS The Netherlands Michel, These s.s. covered brake lines--are you aware of a specific brand or are these custom? If pre-manufactured, are these the ones from Germany? Also, do you know if they replace the entire run of the brakelines or just the rubber hose parts? Sorry for all the questions, just curious as I think these hoses may be more resistant to moisture intrusion. Thanks, Fl Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Send instant messages get email alerts with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com/
Re: body mass braking
--- Roberto Alonso [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'll pick on your observation, Roberto. All else being equal, rider mass will NOT affect stopping distance. The more the mass to stop, the more the downforce this mass has and thus increases traction available to stop. This continues until you overpower the brakes or blow-up the tires. This was the day I was awake in physics class... Fl Kev h... not convinced, though I see your point. Next time we ride down The Stelvio pass, you carry all my luggage so you have that extra traction. Oh, you're welcome to give my lady a pillion ride, too. Or maybe not, maybe I'm right after all and someone will go down the side of the mountain. I believe the extra momentum of inertia (not sure that's the correct word in English) WILL account for extra distance coming to a halt. Let's go find a truck driver in San Francisco and ask him about stopping a full load going down Russian Hill. Later! The truck is on bigger tires--less traction due to larger surface area with the same mass, plus, his brakes are probably what will fail. From a PURELY physics point of view--if the brakes can approach lock-up and the tires don't blow--motorcycle tires could stop the russian truck as fast as the GTS. The available stopping ability is DIRECTLY related to the mass by the normal force acting on the tires producing the friction we call traction. My caveat was all else being equal. Tires actually approach adhesive quality now which throws out the friction only math. Tires do deform and brakes may fade but if you try it, you will find very similar stopping distances with different masses. FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
Re: Resolution of ABS HU claim
--- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: snip Or is my dealer taking me for a ride? Thanks, Stephen '93 GTS1000A, '00 Valkyrie Interstate YES!!! __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
Re: dreamy dreamland (was: Fluffing RE: tires again)
--- Roberto Alonso [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: From: "Michel Bijl" [EMAIL PROTECTED] I have a 120 front. However I'm not sure how courageous I am in testing the stopping distance. Would the body mass of the driver be of any influence on the stopping distance? Yes. A lot. Have someone ride your pillion and you'll notice that distance increasing. Same with a loaded bike (with stuff, I mean). Body mass is just the same, more mass will increase your momentum (inertia) and take longer to stop. Roberto the ostracized. I'll pick on your observation, Roberto. All else being equal, rider mass will NOT affect stopping distance. The more the mass to stop, the more the downforce this mass has and thus increases traction available to stop. This continues until you overpower the brakes or blow-up the tires. This was the day I was awake in physics class... Fl Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Kick off your party with Yahoo! Invites. http://invites.yahoo.com/
Re: Speedbleeders
--- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Mike; You need 4 speedbleeders. 1-front brake,2-rear brake, 1-clutch. Once installed do not swap them around, just get on their website and order two more. Bob One more answer to your question, Mike. YES! Change often--@ least once a year and probably more if in a humid climate or as hoses get older. As far as removing the caliper to elevate--this is VERY necessary if removing air--if there is no air to begin with, don't bother--you can't make it out of brake fluid! More important to bleed often than elevate, IMHO FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Kick off your party with Yahoo! Invites. http://invites.yahoo.com/
Re: tires again
--- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: snip And, I've grown a bit weary of changing tires too often, especially on the back. I got one of those wierd changers and now I love changing tires My current tire is a dual-compound Battlax, in an attempt to cover more distance without replacements. Anyone on the list have a recommendation for a tire that will give good mileage on the back of a GTS, and still be "reasonably sticky"? In other words, mileage is the first priority this time around. Thanks. Phil I like the Macadams of all I've tried so far and that includes original, Metzlers (Z2's), B'stones (57's), Macadams (90X's), and Avons (Azaro's). Kevin Hawkins will tell you all mine are worn on the right from the cloverleafs and the center from the burnouts, but the burnouts are onlt twice a year ;0 Fl Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Kick off your party with Yahoo! Invites. http://invites.yahoo.com/
Re: Oil and Bags
--- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Just when I thought that we all had bashed the different oils Motorcycle Consumer News has done a very good article on oils. Except they left out Amsoil. Ouch! I use it and it seems to do just fine. However I think it would do all good to find MC News article and read it. It was disappointing about Amsoil :(--Someone on the list mentioned an additive to replace wear inhibitors--was it John Hawke? Which additive was it and can you remind me why you prefer it? Also just read the posting about the guy that was selling his Krauser bags. I don't have any but I did not realize that you had to drill holes in the side covers. I won't like that. I would like to know of other brands that you could mount without drilling holes. Or is that possible? Very possible with the GIVI's only two slots in the under fender skirt--not any in the pretty plastic! Ken Swartz FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Kick off your party with Yahoo! Invites. http://invites.yahoo.com/
Re: brake bleed/lawyer joke
It's a long hose system--front to ABS and back to front again, takes a lot of patience but if the mity vac won't cut it use the speed bleeders. There are two drain plugs, one on the pump (I think) and one near the heads, both on pump side--flushing is easy. I like the red stuff 'cause of the no silicates--better for water pumps (especially the cheapo honda thingy's) The penis things have little metal cock-rings to hold them in the too big holes--you must be missing them... ;0 WATCH THE TIRES PRESSURES! -Original Message- From: Adam Altman [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Multiple recipients of list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Monday, July 31, 2000 9:19 PM Subject: brake bleed/lawyer joke Here's the best (worst) lawyer joke of all. I was bleeding the brakes today in preparation for my trip to sturgis. Unfortunately, the My-T-Vac was a bit mightier than I had hoped, and I cleaned out the front reservoir entirely. It allowed me to get rid of all the sludge that had for some reason built up in there, but did have the unfortunate disadvantage of putting an air bubble in the system such that I no longet have front brakes. I pumped about a half quart of fluid through there at different angles, trying to pick up the bubble and move it through, to no avail. Any suggestions? Also, I was going to flush the coolant, but since my manual has not arrived (back order), i thought it might be a pain and not worth it, espcially after the brake fluid incident. Is there any trick to a coolant drain/replace on this bike? Is there a drain plug, or do I remove some hose or other? If I do decide to do this, i've heard that the red cooland is better for aluminum motors than the green stuff. Consensus? Those stupid little rubber triangle covers on the sides (by one's knees) keep falling off. I was going to put a dab of silicone on the little penis-looking things to keep it in the little holes, as they keep falling out because the hole is too big (it's not that the penis-looking thing is too small. Freud would have so much to say). Will this work/better ideas? I'd leave them off, but a lot of heat comes through there that I'd rather keep off my knees. This will be my first long trip on the GTS. I'm riding two-up with as much luggage as I can get in one of those throw-over saddlebag sets and a small tankbag (read: not much luggage.). Anything I should be especially aware of on long trips? I'll be taking the oil view glass cover off. 9KIKO wrote: What do you call a 1000 lawyers on the bottom of the ocean? A good start!!! Ay chihuahua! I'm all for sending 1000 lawyer to the ocean--more clients for me! TIA adam __ Do You Yahoo!? Kick off your party with Yahoo! Invites. http://invites.yahoo.com/
Re: Logo'd clothing
--- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Six similar items. I'm not sure what exactly qualifies as similar. snip They told me it has to do with the weight of the material--ie: denim hat = denim shirt. The embroidery machine is set up by material; all the tensions and feeds are sensitive to the type of material... FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Kick off your party with Yahoo! Invites. http://invites.yahoo.com/
Re: Couple questions (Krausers again!)
More questions-- Jay, Why the Krausers and not two more 50L Givi's? (Then you could carry the Goldwing with you!) Are the Krausers thinner than the GIVI's? Just curious, I have one 46L GIVI as a top bag (they are as fat as the 50's, just not as square) so I can check the lane splitting ability only on one side... --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: FYI: I put the large factory Krausers on with a Givi rack already installed. The result with my 50-liter Givi is more carrying capacity than a Gold Wing. (Yeah, it looks bulky but works great and is still fairly clean when I take it all off in just a few seconds.) To get the factory bags on with the Givi rack, they end up sticking out about an extra half-inch on each side (I can still split lanes). Extra hardware required was some slightly longer bolts and some spacers, found at the local hardware store. Jay __ Do You Yahoo!? Get Yahoo! Mail Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
Re: does size matter ?
I'm with Hugh on the "Slipstones" but Kevin Hawkins swears by them--might be the weather down here in Florida (could be the burn-outs). If you keep it under 90 MPH I can recommend the Azaro's, if not, I like the Macadams. I have only replaced tires as a set, though, and while it hasn't eliminated the wobble with all types of tires, it did reduce one variable. Good luck! Florida Kev --- Hugh Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm on my 3rd set of Dunlop 207's and swear by them. I use 120/70 up front and 180/55 rear and keep psi 38/42 I get about 7000 miles out of them. After using a set of Battleaxe's I quickly found out why all the locals here in south Florida call them Slipstones :) Hey by the way.I need a SA ranking ;) I do have a Corbin seat so that must count for something right? Hugh On 20 Jul 2000, at 15:59, Michel Bijl wrote: Kevin or anyone else, Any suggestions for the rear tire ?? MB - Original Message - From: Kevin Hawkins [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Multiple recipients of list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Wednesday, July 19, 2000 8:38 PM Subject: RE: does size matter ? __ Do You Yahoo!? Get Yahoo! Mail Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
RE: does size matter ?
--- "Lanouette, Richard" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Hugh Hamilton Sent: Thursday, July 20, 2000 1:22 PM To: Multiple recipients of list Subject: Re: does size matter ? After using a set of Battleaxe's I quickly found out why all the locals here in south Florida call them Slipstones :) How would they know that ? Other than street corners, there's no curves in Florida ;-) Richard Hey now, why do you think we make them construct those big cloverleafs? __ Do You Yahoo!? Get Yahoo! Mail Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
Re: Windshield question to the List
If you are brave, no, make that !BRAVE!, you can remove that fine scratching with a heat-gun or a torch--I don't recommend the torch and only cautiously recommend the heat gun. Lexan (polycarbonate) is easier that Plexi, but the Clearview is Plexi (acrylic). Exhaust all these other alternatives first!!! Fl Kev --- Adam Altman [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've heard bad things about pledge--not good for use in sun. The UV rays can be harmful and yellow the built-up wax. Try Plexus instead. Desinged for outdoor (boat) use, and really kicks butt. IMHO. PLexus can be got at Chaparral and dennis kirk, if not at your local shop. adam Paul Koontz wrote: Try using Pledge spray wax (furniture polish) . My local glass professional uses only this and claims that the wax fills in the small scratches and brings the surface up to a clear finish. Paul Koontz 93 GTS -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of Michael Esfeld Sent: Thursday, July 13, 2000 1:07 PM To: Multiple recipients of list Subject:Re: Windshield question to the List I bought a 4+ Clearview and I love it. The only thing I'm not as happy with is it seems to get fine scratches fairly easily. You don't notice them until the sun hits just right though. I have a great setup for cleaning too. Carry a natural sponge and a cloth diaper (also may be used for "pucker factor" tight turn cleanup...) which is about as non-abrasive as one can get. They sell a polish that might work to remove the scratches. Cost was about $120 or so as I recall. Mike - Original Message - From: "John Laurenson" [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: "Multiple recipients of list" [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Thursday, July 13, 2000 7:50 AM Subject: Windshield question to the List I'm looking for input on the quietest windshield set up. I can't seem to get the windshield king, Kevin, to respond off list. Has anyone used the little BMW deflector on a stock screen? Does it work? Does it add a lot of wind buffeting noise? Where do you get one if it does work? hawke __ Do You Yahoo!? Get Yahoo! Mail Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
RE: engine oil
--- "Crisler, Jon" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: snip Regarding oil: My GTS has 22k miles, and used about 4 ounces of oil every 1000k miles with Mobil 1 15w-50. When I switched to Amsoil 20-w50, oil use went to about 1-2 ounces every 1000k miles. How does this level of oil consumption compare to other GTS ? snip I noticed a drop in consumption when I switched back to Amsoil--I don't keep such accurate track of the amount though. I normally do not have to add between oil changes anymore, that's how I noticed... Fl Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Kick off your party with Yahoo! Invites. http://invites.yahoo.com/
RE: Bag Opinions
--- Andy Perry [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: snip ~$235. I plan on putting it in the map pocket of my Roadgear Three-Point Jumbo Tank Bag (http://www.roadgear.com/softlugg.html) which I have had for over a year am very pleased with. I saw some other stuff from Colorado that was also very nice--Wolff, Wolffman, something like that. I don't think you can go wrong with RKA, just broke. My Eclipse sport pack works fine for me (untill I can afford an RKA...) Fl Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Kick off your party with Yahoo! Invites. http://invites.yahoo.com/
Re: heat (water wetter) AntiFreeze
Water wetter can help greatly with diesels--not many diesel bikes though... Something called cavitation erosion. The current "wetters" replace what the EPA forced the anti-freeze makers to take out of the formulation a while ago. The dangerous ingredient (for that "other" bike, at least) in anti-freeze are the silicates. The new orange stuff from Havoline has NO silicates. My personal experience is DO NOT MIX with other anti-freeze. I like it enough to still use it, just make sure you drain the whole system and always replace with the same stuff! What about this? http://www.evanscooling.com/ No water, no pressure, no boil over, etc. Anyone try this stuff? --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Actually, plain water is the best cooling. Problem is it boils and freezes. Water Wetter will help maybe a little, but not much. It doesn't help your system resist corrosion nor does it provide any freezing protection. It might help prevent some boil over better than water. For street use, I'd stick with anti-freeze since it has other worthwhile properties. Mix it with water according to mfg. recommendations. No bike maker recommends water wetter. It's really a temporary solution for the track. I'm not sure about longevity, but would tend to believe anti-freeze is better in that regard too. In a message dated 7/3/00 10:36:18 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: My understanding of "water wetter" is its supposed to help transfer more heat to the radiator by breaking down the surface tension of the water/coolant __ Do You Yahoo!? Kick off your party with Yahoo! Invites. http://invites.yahoo.com/
Re: Air Filters
I just paid $57 for a pair but I'm sure better deals can be had on-line... Kev --- Dave Morrow [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm looking for a part number for the air filters on the GTS. My local dear is asking $34.00 for each cartridge. These guys have always treated me well, but that price seems a bit high to me. Any input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for everyone's help! Dave, 93 GTS Fresno CA. __ Do You Yahoo!? Get Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
Re: Bike Week - was (Re: Florida Helmet law repealed)
--- Hugh Hamilton [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'm not cold. The world is cold. Guy is a dope. The gene pool improves another notch. Would you knowingly have unprotected sex with an HIV positive partner? Tell me how riding a bike without a helmet on is any different. :) snip Hugh, Hugh, Hugh, where do we start? ;) __ Do You Yahoo!? Get Yahoo! Mail - Free email you can access from anywhere! http://mail.yahoo.com/
Re: Helmet
Michel, I agree we need better education, and statistics prove DRIVER education can actually help motorcyclists more than RIDER education, but that's a different story. Our MAJOR concern is that if you start legislating safety issues based on the "burden" to society, especially without proof of that burden, then when does it stop? (I know we do this already) We point the finger at those bad motocyclists who won't wear a helmet and say they should be made to wear a helmet or pay through the nose for insurance so we don't pay for their injuries (without substantial proof!) BUT... What of the millions of car drivers who point the finger at ALL motorcyclists and say we must pay all our own costs or, worse yet, outlaw motorcycling altogether because it is more dangerous than driving a car. (we HAVE statistics that show that) They may even point out the fact that we, the motorcyclists, admitted that there should be a law that protects society from the "burden" of helmetless riding without clear proof, why shouldn't society be protected from the "burden" of ALL riding, for which there IS proof Sorry for the RANT!! When in doubt, choose freedom, it's hard to get back... Fl Kev --- Michel Bijl [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Henry, In '84, I spent one year in your beautiful country, (Carmel IN) At that time I noticed that drivers education is, compared to dutch standards, at an horrible level. snip As far as insurance is concerned yoú're right. The insurance companies will pay up to anyone who's victimized in an accident. But what's the next step of the insurance company? Yes, they will claim the money they payed, back from the person who bought the insurance. Insurance companies over here, will state in their contracts that whenever a person insured, has an accident and who's done anything against regulations is not covered, so they can reclaim the money. As for riding without a helmet, I think that it's not entirely fair to have a public health insurance, payed for by you as well, has to cover costs made for people that refuse to wear helmets. Michel - Original Message - From: Henry [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Multiple recipients of list [EMAIL PROTECTED] Sent: Friday, June 16, 2000 6:32 PM Subject: RE: Helmet __ Do You Yahoo!? Send instant messages with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com/
RE: Helmets are for Intelligent Riders
--- "Loss, Joe" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What kind of logic is that, Kev? So all those riders saved from becoming veggies by their helmets (I count me as one of them) are not worth saving because of the burdon of all those that are consequently saved from death but become veggies??? Joe. From the context of the burden on society, not an individual's worth. I'm not saying you are worth less--just the same--I'm counting all people as equally valuable (even though GTS rider's are inherently more intelligent, and thus worth more intrinsically, yada, yada). I'm saying the NUMBERS seem to cancel out! My premise is that EVERYONE is worth saving, and worth being saved by their choice of appropriate gear. For me, this includes a helmet, and it did save me once. I'm just trying to understand the data that does not seem to clearly indicate helmets are better all the time no matter what, which was my initial intuition before I started paying attention to what little info there is. FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos -- now, 100 FREE prints! http://photos.yahoo.com
Re: OT - Digital Cameras
Gotta be mega-pixels, need good lens quality, probably need to spend @ least $400-600 minimum if you want good snapshot quality prints. Canon makes a nice one for about $500, but I haven't shopped in a while FL Kev --- Louis Tweed [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I am looking at the possibility of going digital for my basic camera requirements. snip __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos -- now, 100 FREE prints! http://photos.yahoo.com
Re: Communicators
--- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Good subject I am interested in obtaining bike to bike communicators, possibly with rider passenger intercom feature and even walkman connections. Anyone have any favorites? snip This is the one I use and can vouch for its effectiveness to warp 13 or so. JM might be good for still air behind a Goldwing sheild, but if you want to hear @ speed with the helmet in the air-flow you need these. The downside is they cost stupid money--I spent Yamaha's so it was no big deal for me... ;) FL Kev http://www.autocom.co.uk/index.htm __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos -- now, 100 FREE prints! http://photos.yahoo.com
Re: Copyright discussion
--- k9kiko [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Speeding is not a crime... It's a motor vehicle violation which is accessed points to your driver's license... Too many points, no more driving privilege. "CruzinTrooper" Hear, Hear! I like this guy! PS--"someone" I know got a "speeding" ticket once that was s bad that it said R.O.R. on the bottom, would this have been a crime? FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos -- now, 100 FREE prints! http://photos.yahoo.com
Re: Tire Update - Pirelli GTS
--- "Burton, Bob" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I now have about 4500 miles on the Pirelli GTS tires in the 120/70 170/60 setup and it looks like I'll get about 2K or so more out of them. snip Thanksto Ralph W. in Germany for his recommendations on these. I also prefer these tires sizes over the 120/70 180/55 setup. The bike seems to turn in better and quicker. Ralph had suggested pressures of 42psi/42psi but I ran mine at 40psi/42psi with good results so far. No problems with the dreaded headshake, which I've only experienced with the stock D202 crap. If you're due for tires some time soon you may want to give these a try. Bob B. (hoping to change the thread of late) Thanks for the update! Seems I'm always looking for tires... Would these be the same as the MEZ's they kinda look like or are they a distinctive model of their own FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos -- now, 100 FREE prints! http://photos.yahoo.com
Re: Sprocket Alert
Congrats on the effort, still quite an accomplishment!--sorry about the BBG :(, You're bad for making us jealous of your tank...--any way you could post some digi pics of the mods or are they copyrighted by your mod guy? FL Kev --- Dave Biasotti [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I was also in the same rally as Roger. snip __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos -- now, 100 FREE prints! http://photos.yahoo.com
Re: FICHE (was RE: service manual)
--- "Welch, Garrett R" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: http://www.geocities.com/MotorCity/Speedway/4904/PAGES/mfindex.htm With only the Reply history that is required and the correct subject line. Hey, I am getting good at this. =) Oh and A BIG "THANK YOU" to Richard Lanouette for having the Fiche online. I had to strip my bike of all of it plastic covers when I found a screw that did not look right. I found that many parts were damaged and missing by the last shop to work on my bike. And I needed part numbers to find replacements. Enjoy, Garrett Welch Happiness is the journey, not the destination. AMA#500406ICQ# 1730192 [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://gtser.kendra.com You too?! I've found (didn't find?) several missing fasteners, ripped/wadded up and stuffed in the frame rubber skirts, not to mention a missing oil tube in the cam gallery after being serviced by shops in my area. 'Course I didn't really discover the missing oil tube, it just spit a valve and the next shop discovered that... But that's all in the past now, almost like a dream The moral is--choose wisely and question aggressively!! FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos -- now, 100 FREE prints! http://photos.yahoo.com
Re: FW: GTS1000 motorbike map required
--- David Evans [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Guys, I asked the folks at KN if they plan to make a Power Commander II for the GTS1000. There reply is included below. I want one of these units, as even with all the tweaks that I have taken off this list, I still find that 1st and 2nd gear are a bugger between 3K and 4K rpm. Any more bright ideas? Only the careful following of the synch procedure along with a tune up with Oxygen analyzer. Some have had good luck with the 1:00 o'clock setting on the pots but mine was smoother with the careful tune (done by one of the shops I bitch about all the time--they do some good work, just not enough of it!) For those of you planning a trip to the IOM in 2001, snip stuff I can't help with And finally.. after only 5K miles my Chain ( cleaned and lubed after every ride) has developed tight and slack sections. How bad can this get before I need to change things, and is there a measurement I can do to check my chain, to find out exactly how bad things are. Also, can anyone recommend a brand of chain that might last me a bit longer. The stock chain is a monster--I suspect yours was defective from the start (or a bad sprocket) or you have an alignment problem, considering your maintenance. Check the sides of the sprockets--any unusual wear only on one side? Straight edge the tires or spin the back wheel and see if the chain seeks the center line of the sprocket. Regards,, David Evans 99 T GTS1000 snip bad news from KN--I just wish they could make an air filter for it... Good luck! FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos -- now, 100 FREE prints! http://photos.yahoo.com
Re: Surging or throttle response?
--- "Loss, Joe" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: There has been a lot of discussion here and on the GTS web sites about surging. I understand surging to mean engine speed varying at a constant throttle opening. Is this what everyone is talking about? My GTS has never had this problem. snip Yes, our surging is not just the hesitation off idle. Mine was around 2000-3000 rpm and was mucho annoying. RSRBOB helped a dealer tune it almost completely out of my bike--just be thankful you don't have it! Maxine was having some problems--we almost lost her--but I think she finally got it fixed? Chain tension was a contributing factor, but mostly just sensitive injection. For your hesitation thing off idle, I would run through the carb sync thing (by the manual!!) including the throttle cable play adjustment. Hope this helps! FL Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos -- now, 100 FREE prints! http://photos.yahoo.com
RE: Battlax report
I saw the description of 010 replacing 57 in the Chapparal catalog I just received, something scary up front--all their Arai's are stamped "no longer available..." They seem to make it sound like no longer in the US but I don't see how this could be. Anyone hear anthing?? FL Kev --- "Lanouette, Richard" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The BT-57 has been replace by the BT-010. A new and better tire for the same price. Richard -Original Message- From: paramithas [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Monday, June 05, 2000 10:20 AM To: Multiple recipients of list Subject: Battlax report Cording showing for sure and 6,292 miles is all I got out of the rear BT-57. Most all the miles were non-benign to boot :-)) Ahh it felt so good!! Bottom line I liked this tire so much a new one's on the way as we speak. One more thing, did my first wheely this weekend on the GTSnot much of one mind you but I wasn't trying either. 125 lb woman in the back, the Krausers loaded, going up the hill and giving it all it's got trying to keep up with a smart-ass on a super hawk, did the trick. So, whoever said it can't be done, think again. George with a raised front end _ NetZero - Defenders of the Free World Click here for FREE Internet Access and Email http://www.netzero.net/download/index.html __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos -- now, 100 FREE prints! http://photos.yahoo.com
RE: Logo and Air Cleaner Question
Thanks for the info, Andy. I got Jeff's post, but it was a reminder of another solution waaay back--turn the snorkels inside the airbox, sleeve them and attatch two KN's(or Uni's, I don't recall...)there inside the box. I'm thinking of ordering a new set of Yamaha's and trying to mod the old frames with some screen and Uni filter foam--don't know for sure. The sound thing might be nice, though... Thanks again! FL Kev --- Andy Perry [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Jeff Stone said "The part number for the K N rubber top oval filter is RU-2450." The K N's do not fit "inside" the standard air box. You must remove the standard airbox fit the K N's onto the top of the throttle bodies. I also fashioned a heat/moisture guard with air ducts in it to give the filters a chance to breath some clean air. You also have to reposition the air temperature sensor and the crankcase ventilation hose, add a small filter to the crankcase hose. I don't know how much performance is enhanced, but the sound of air being sucked through the throttle bodies is AWESOME, well worth the time money to make the switch. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Kevin Harrington Sent: Saturday, June 03, 2000 4:31 PM To: Multiple recipients of list Subject: Logo and Air Cleaner Question I have two questions Can someone who has the stock stickers give me a rough dimension on the GTS Logo? (Length/width) Is/has someone running KN's inside the stock airbox and can you tell me the size or stock number? Thanks a bunch you guys! Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos -- now, 100 FREE prints! http://photos.yahoo.com __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos -- now, 100 FREE prints! http://photos.yahoo.com
Re: Logo and Air Cleaner Question
--- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: snip rib. Another tick I learned from a Yamaha factory instructor when I had an XS Eleven was to drill 4 separate 1/4 inch holes in a place so that each carb would get the same amount of air. The GTS air box snip I saw some "holes" in a catalog--they hold a chunk of foam to keep the chunks out of the airbox--I think they were 1" in diam. each. be much smaller. You can drill these holes in the GTS air box on the bottom and still have it filtered. This gives you a 1 inch total opening as if you instaled another intake port. It has made some difference and I believe that in time I may increase the holes a tad bit and cut back on the tubes that come in from the outside. These tubes are located where I don't think they are the most effective. snip I think the tubes are located where the air is most still and not too hot--makes it easier on the injection to do a good job The jet kit and Tormignomi pipes on my Duck you have to leave off the top part of the air box. When you open it the noise is like having a 4 barrel Holly double pumper in your face. But you do get the job done. snip Big holes are a famous FJ tuning trick to get big jets and loud pipes to work. I always think I want more power but really have plenty. Looking for a good air filter system that does not rely on replacement. I like two sets of foam or gauze to rotate, but that's just me... As with the crank vent system the next I go into mine if there is a layer of oil in there it may show that these holes have allowed not enough vacuum to draw the vapors and oil drops on to the inside of the airbox. snip Good point--one I had failed to consider... Yamaha calculations figured that this was enough but they are trade offs that they had to consider. That's my .021/2. Ken Swartz Thanks again for all the help! __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos -- now, 100 FREE prints! http://photos.yahoo.com
Re: Logo and Air Cleaner Question
Thanks Garrett! No need for metric, they don't play that tune in N.C. where I'm getting my chrome GTS stickers made. Gonna put 'em a' la ZX-11 style on the sides. Kev --- Garrett Welch [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: About 8" long and 1.5" in height. No metric, I refuse to convert to the rest of the world. =) Enjoy, Garrett Welch Happiness is the journey, not the destination. AMA#500406 [EMAIL PROTECTED] ICQ# 1730192 http://gtser.kendra.com __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos -- now, 100 FREE prints! http://photos.yahoo.com
Re: heli bars, numb fingers, and tire profile
--- Roberto Alonso [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hi all, I thought my numb fingers were due to my intrinsic wimpyness! Now that I've learned it's not that uncommon, I'd like to know if Heli bars really do make a difference regarding this. So for you guys that have them, are they really worth it? Is their finish good enough to look OEM? how about sports riding in the twisties with them? I'd like to hear from other users since I'll have to order from overseas. They make a difference, finish is good (not much shows, anyway), and I steer better with them. Also, I'm considering switching to a 120 front. Which profile should I get? I guess it should be a 120/70, right? what about speedometer readings with this tire? I run Macadams right now, any recommendations for a better tire? mileage is very important, more so than extreme performance. 120/70 is turning up as a recommendation on many tire pages and the 130/60 is starting to get rare. I liked the Macadams, my Avon Azaros turn better but the Macadams do everything else better. Talking my "Pillion Commander" into some touring for the summer. Won't budge to the Cliquot yet... Roberto Alonso Zero Zero fotografía y diseño __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos -- now, 100 FREE prints! http://photos.yahoo.com
Logo and Air Cleaner Question
I have two questions Can someone who has the stock stickers give me a rough dimension on the GTS Logo? (Length/width) Is/has someone running KN's inside the stock airbox and can you tell me the size or stock number? Thanks a bunch you guys! Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Photos -- now, 100 FREE prints! http://photos.yahoo.com
Re: Sprocket Alert
Sorry to hear of your troubles Roger, hopefully we will be able to learn from your tale of woe. How was your output shaft? Replacing this shaft requires COMPLETE disassembly of the motor. (This is the failure that sent me down my road of woe) My nut never backed off--just the countershaft sprocket stripped, not really all that much consolation... --- Roger Van Santen [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I've mentioned this in the past, but it's time to revisit. If you have not checked the torque of the nut that holds the counter shaft sprocket on recently, do it now! During a rally I was running this past weekend, the nut backed off allowing the sprocket to work off of the splines of the output shaft. Result: no forward momentum. The threads on the nut were totally wasted, so there was no roadside repair. Have you tried to rent a UHAUL truck in Winnemucca, Nevada on Memorial Day weekend? There is a whole other story that goes with search for a truck, but at least I'm home with the bike. So...be sure to check that nut. Roger __ Do You Yahoo!? Kick off your party with Yahoo! Invites. http://invites.yahoo.com/
Re: Plugs gap
.8-.9mm, or .031-.035", (17.5NM or 12.5ft/lbs by the way...) --- "Lanouette, Richard" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Does anyone know the required gap for the spark plugs ? Thanks, Richard __ Do You Yahoo!? Send instant messages get email alerts with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com/
Re: Sudden buzz
I'm thinking the engine is a stressed frame member and probably unlikely to be rubber mounted. Also, the buzz would not go away if rubber had deteriorated. The engine mounting bolt that fell out of mine after a "service" visit was solid mount--I can't say for sure about all of them, the ones I checked right after that seemed solid. I like the empty tank theory and will try to pay attention to fuel levels when I think the "buzz" is back. Maybe I can justify moding a big tank to increase comfort Kev from FL --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I thought my bike was a little more buzzy on the last ride as well. My tires were fine also, so I am wondering if it is due to loose motor mounts. I have not checked the manual yet, but I assume the motor mounts have some rubber in them and they may have deteriorated. Any thoughts? Grant Gall __ Do You Yahoo!? Kick off your party with Yahoo! Invites. http://invites.yahoo.com/
Plugs (was air filters
I use the platinums, had to order from CompA. I've heard the splitfires are snake-oil and got in trouble with the feds... (well, the trade commission...) I don't think that the platinums are any better performing than standard plugs (when both are new), just longer lasting, IMHO!!! Kev PS what happened to our Amsoil Air filters? __ Do You Yahoo!? Kick off your party with Yahoo! Invites. http://invites.yahoo.com/
RE: Corbin seat colors
Yes! Some artistic talent would be needed... When I took my Corbin off and really looked at it, I could see the contact points on the "leather". I actually took some measurements from the seat supports on the frame to my side panels (spent waaay too much on the paint to risk a rub mark) but found a pretty consistent 6-7mm needing to be taken off. (This still leaves a much better fit than stock seat!) PS--I also used rivet washers since I don't have those fancy big headed ones Corbin used. --- "Lanouette, Richard" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Could you tell us where is the grounding is needed ? You remove the leather ground it and put back the leather ? A picture with arrows would be nice ;-) Richard __ Do You Yahoo!? Kick off your party with Yahoo! Invites. http://invites.yahoo.com/
RE: Corbin seat colors
I like mine in a "pidgeon" (a darker than stock grey) seating area and "charcoal" (kinda black, but not quite)sides. Make sure you never want a different color than stock if you get red piping!!! (Kev, what did you do?) I have pics on the yahoo club page in Rob Chapman's and Fred Grefe's photo album. One reason Corbin can't get it right is their mold has "grown" over the years and they won't admit it. From Pat, I learned all it needs is about .250" ground off the bottom edge. Fits like a glove and functions well. It stops the breaking of the side panel and restores the latchwork to functional! Comfort is a subjective thing, but nuthin' beats the Daylong from Russell (ask "IronButt Roger"), I only plopped for a second and could tell! I went with the Corbin for the backrest (which I seldom use now...). Stock seatpan is not up to this task at all, not sure about other brands that replace the pan. Kevin (in FL) --- Henry [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I'd like to give you my 2 cents on Corbin: don't waste your money. I think they are vastly over rated. I sent one back 3 times and they still didn't get it right. I gave up. I finally got a Russell Saddle and that was pretty good, though I had to send it back once for them to get it right. It was a lot closer to right than Corbin ever was. Regards, Henry S. Winokur 94 GTS1000, AMA, MRF, MD/MSF Certified Instructor West Bethesda, MD -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]]On Behalf Of Loss, Joe Sent: Tuesday, May 23, 2000 3:12 PM To: Multiple recipients of list Subject: Corbin seat colors __ Do You Yahoo!? Send instant messages get email alerts with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com/
Re: Girth matters...
I agree with you, it is too dark inside a dog to read... But riddle me this--why do longer snow skis make you go downhill faster? Wouldn't more contact patch produce more friction and slow you down? Where is the "normal" force in your equation? When you spread the weight (a constant, at least before breakfast) over a larger surface area, you decrease the "normal" force--the force that multiplies the coefficient to get traction. I'm going to try the stock sizes my next set, even the 130 front (I'll just have to work out harder). I do believe the 180's flat spot quicker, at least here in Florida, where the cloverleafs are to few. I like the Azarro's pretty much, but they don't have a 130 front and I got the shakes back pretty early and they wander a bit over 120... Also, I never disagree with BOB ;) Kevin, who must have taken physics inside the dog --- Greg Christopher [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: ** Reply to message from [EMAIL PROTECTED] on Fri, 12 May 2000 14:50:24 -0400 (EDT) Actually, I did take physics once. No make that twice. :) Force (of friction) = coefficient of static friction X surface area in contact or Force (of friction) = coefficient of sliding friction X surface area in contact In the former case, if the centripetal force of the bike in the turn exceeds the force of friction, you will start to slide. Then, the latter takes effect. Anyway, no way around it. Given the same compound, the wider tire will grip more, Unless it's over inflated to the point where the contact patch is less then the smaller sized tire's was when it was inflated properly. -Greg \|/ \|/ Greg Christopher ||[EMAIL PROTECTED] ICQ: 4997683 PAGER: http://wwp.mirabilis.com/4997683 [EMAIL PROTECTED] Outside of a dog, books are man's best friend. (inside of a dog, it's too dark to read.) __ Do You Yahoo!? Send instant messages get email alerts with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com/
RE: I'm looking for a Corbin seat with backrest
In Daytona, on the FRONT of a females T-shirt-- "If you can read this, I divorced the bastard and kept the bike" Touche! Kevin --- "Hawkins, Kevin L, SITS" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Yep, you need the T-shirt that says on the back "If you can read this, the bitch fell off!" :^) For the ladies who are in lurk mode, I apologize. :^) Kevin Hawkins // Greensboro, NC AMA #609423 // [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.geocities.com/~raddboy Y2K Kawasaki ZRX1100 // '93 Yamaha GTS1000 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Monday, May 15, 2000 7:03 PM To: Multiple recipients of list Subject:I'm looking for a Corbin seat with backrest I need the backrest because I keep losing girlfriends off the back and I'm tired of looking for new ones. Fred Grefe __ Do You Yahoo!? Send instant messages get email alerts with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com/
Re: Tires Again
--- Louis Tweed [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I stay with the stock rear tire size (170/60) but change the front tire to the 120/70. The 120/70 is a more rounded profile and allows the bike to turn easier. Still has ample traction. The 170/60 is also more rounded than the 180/55 option. I have tried the 180/55 and the only benifit I found is it looks really cool. I have yet to break a 170/60 loose on dry pavement. Louis Some probably have broken the rear loose--I suspect the same guy who blew up his clutch basket (sorry Larry!) I was looking for increased tire mileage when I went to the 180 rear--not sure I got it due to different brands. (and, of course, the "cool" look!) Also, I'm no physics guy, but I think a simple increase in tire width, more specifically "contact patch," would make no difference in traction, all else being the same (like coefficient of friction, weight of bike, etc) I expect some disagreement here, as the common intuition is opposite, but look at some physics theory before you flame me... And, for Grant-- Good God man, we live for huge threads on tires! KEVin wearing KEVlar jeans __ Do You Yahoo!? Send instant messages get email alerts with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com/
Re: red light district on my dashboard
--- Michel Bijl [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Readers, I know that this subject has been written about, but I didn't read it = too well, so I'm asking once again (sorry) I noticed that on high speed runs, the iol light of my '94 GTS comes on. = When driving at 180 km's, that is not a pretty sight, it was really = scary. Don't be sorry, just kill the mime stuff... Oil light is a level sensor, NOT pressure. High speed keeps oil out of the sump, setting off sensor. Check oil level at next stop and top off if needed. (it's still scary--no matter what we know...) Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Send instant messages get email alerts with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com/
Re: Left Mirrior Front Indicator
So, I need a left mirror and a left front indicator. Anyone know of any? I will call my shop too, but it's always good to check here first! Maxine Maxine, Sorry, I have no leads on a mirror/signal, but was curious about the surging problem you had. What was the resolution? Kevin __ Do You Yahoo!? Send instant messages get email alerts with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com/
RE: Oil Level Warning Light
Two words--(well, one word, one number...) ISO 9000!! --- "Loss, Joe" [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: snip I have always been amused/annoyed by the symbol used on the engine light. It shows what looks like an inline 4 cylinder car engine! snip __ Do You Yahoo!? Send online invitations with Yahoo! Invites. http://invites.yahoo.com
Re: My GTS is Back!
A while back Mike Coan suggested the rubber was a cushion or vibration damper. This was during our 532 to 530 conversion discussion. I believe he went with the conversion. How much smaller did you go? I think Roger went to a 44 with the same chain length... --- SHAWN PEARSALL [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: snip The Protek front sprocket is a piece of metal...verses the yamaha oem part that is rubber metal (difference?) The DID chain seems long. How do I shorten it...with a chain breaker? Ideas welcomed Shawn P __ Do You Yahoo!? Send online invitations with Yahoo! Invites. http://invites.yahoo.com
Re: tire wear
snip Check the archives for the spacer deal that Pat did--this may keep it tight longer. Spacers? For what? Pat machined some spacers to take the play out of the swingarm, it seems there may have been another part involved, I just can't 'member... snip __ Do You Yahoo!? Talk to your friends online with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com
Re: Rear Tire Mounting
I like straight edges--borrow some and when you are straight, make your own index marks on the swingarm. I've seen people use the sprocket/chain alignment method but I think this is for dirt bikes... A 1 and 1/16 inch socket will fit the axle bolt and most torque wrenches in that range are 1/2" drive. snip I think I need a bit more chain play but my main concern is how to make sure the rear wheel is trued up after making adjustments for the chain. Any help on this? I'm also not sure how to tighten the rear axle bolt down to proper tourque specs without a huge adapter for my torque wrench. What do those of you doing your own mounting use? Mike __ Do You Yahoo!? Talk to your friends online with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com
Re: Little worries
--- David Evans [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Guys, 1) I just had my GTS serviced at 4K miles, ( not bad since I only got it July 99). From this service, the mechanics noticed excessive play in the rear swing arm! snip Not unusual! Mine was @ maximum service limits on my first tire change, 6,500 miles. Make sure they torque it correctly 2) It had rained lightly just before I rode home, and the road felt more slick than ever. I was able to lock the rear wheel with only the lightest pressure at 5MPh. snip @ some point the brakes must lock or we would never stop (sort of)! Try @ higher speeds Is there away to tell how old a tire is snip careful inspection should reveal some cracking/crazing in the sidewall rubber if the tire has aged DAVID JAMES EVANS ACTEL FAE UNIQUE-MEMEC Hope this helps! Kev __ Do You Yahoo!? Talk to your friends online with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com
Re: tire wear
--- Louis Tweed [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I have decided that the swingarms on my bike are coming off every time I change the chain. (~14K miles.) That allows me to lube all Louis, That seems like short chain life, is that a preventative maintenance replacement? Check the archives for the spacer deal that Pat did--this may keep it tight longer. I had trouble with the procedure also, but I found that metal straight edges work better, still looking for the right laser level... Kev's procedure for upper A-Arm maintenance is slicker than a cat's back in a thunderstorm--Thanks Kev! PS Louis--how was Daytona and the Keys? Kevin (the other one) __ Do You Yahoo!? Talk to your friends online with Yahoo! Messenger. http://im.yahoo.com
Re: MityVac mighty cheap
Excellent price, you are such a shopper, Jay. I used a Mighty-Vac before I got my Speedbleeders and found it to be adequate but much slower. That must be a function of the long fluid circuit because it worked fine for my Sabre. Even with multiple bikes, I would recommend the Speedbleeders for the GTS, a Mighty-Vac for the rest... 2 cents from an experienced user of both, Kev --- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: For those who haven't or don't want to install those great bleeder valves, ordon't want to buy them for multiple bikes, the MityVac is supposed to be great. Well, I just ordered one because I found it for $10 (plus $5.97 shipping)! Try: http://www.actron.com/ snip _ Do You Yahoo!? Get your free @yahoo.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com
Re: Load of Crap from Yamaha!
This sounds more like a load of crap from a Yamaha DEALER, than from Yamaha itself. Did you hear the lock-up story from the Yamaha guy yourself? I'm not trying to defend Yamaha here--none of you have had the run-around I've had with "them" (I don't think--correct me if I'm wrong--mine spent a total of nine months in two different shops...) Ultimately, Yamaha the corporation did try hard to rectify the situation (and probably strong-armed the dealers to do the same). I know a lot of people will say they are one-in-the-same, but you only do yourself a disservice if you fail to recognize this distinction... The BIG THING here is to find another dealer--this one is deceiving you (and maybe Yamaha Corp) and you need to RUN AWAY! You do not want these particular assholes working on your bike at all--LET ALONE ON A SAFETY RELATED DEVICE!!! my $.02 US Good Luck! Kevin _ Do You Yahoo!? Get your free @yahoo.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com
Bike Week
Hey GTS'ers, Hope to see some faithful at the festivities, please be safe as we seem to have already met our death quota here. A common thread seems to be the drunkeness of the cage drivers... Hopefully, I'll be able to post some pictures to the "Club" page--maybe even some of my fancy schmancy new paint job! Kevin _ Do You Yahoo!? Get your free @yahoo.com address at http://mail.yahoo.com
