Qman Posted February 26, 2018 Report Share Posted February 26, 2018 8 hours ago, vf1000ride said: Haven't done anything to the bikes in a few months but I did send my car into the shop for a full repaint. They are working their way through all the dents and wrinkles. I still call myself lucky to have gotten one of the most rust free 1987 Buicks you could hope for. Grand National?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTheAzn Posted February 26, 2018 Report Share Posted February 26, 2018 Installed the RAM mount I bought months ago for the SV. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jacobhawkins Posted February 26, 2018 Report Share Posted February 26, 2018 Started drawing the spools for Izzy today. Got some cool shit planned for that. Mmm, scrap titanium... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zx3vfr Posted February 26, 2018 Report Share Posted February 26, 2018 (edited) Scraped the right side feeler. Scared the shit out of me. Edited February 26, 2018 by zx3vfr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gixxus Christ! Posted February 26, 2018 Report Share Posted February 26, 2018 15 hours ago, vf1000ride said: I did gold valves on my triumph, it had a much different washer configuration than stock. If you followed the instructions from the calculator on their site you should be happy with the results. I never needed to adjust anything afterwards and it was noticeably better than stock. Judging by the look of the fork oil just changing that would have been a drastic improvement. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2talltim Posted February 26, 2018 Report Share Posted February 26, 2018 17 minutes ago, CrazySkullCrusher said: Judging by the look of the fork oil just changing that would have been a drastic improvement. That's the way mine looked last year and i noticed a huge difference. This time around I had to separate the fork legs and was able to do a more thorough flush. And now just bouncing it in the garage it feels even better than last year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gixxus Christ! Posted February 26, 2018 Report Share Posted February 26, 2018 2 hours ago, 2talltim said: That's the way mine looked last year and i noticed a huge difference. This time around I had to separate the fork legs and was able to do a more thorough flush. And now just bouncing it in the garage it feels even better than last year. Well the rest of my bike is at my dad's right now, so even after I get the forks back together it will be a while before I can bounce it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
durk Posted February 27, 2018 Report Share Posted February 27, 2018 Disconnected the battery tender and rolled it out of hiding in the garage. Hit the start button and it immediately came to life(music to my ears). I checked all the lights, unfolded the mirrors, aired the tires up. I did all this in hopes of getting out for a short ride after work tomorrow. As I rolled it back into its place in the garage I realized I need to renew my plates. I think I still can get that done and have time for a quick hour ride. Can’t wait 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Connie14 Posted February 27, 2018 Report Share Posted February 27, 2018 I rode the FZ1 yesterday for about two hours without any breaks. It was actually more comfortable(for the ride duration) than I was anticipating. One big difference between it and a sport touring bike: wind protection. I wore the same layers that I would have worn on the Connie. I was pretty cold during the 2nd hour. It was a good day to ride, considering that it is still February,. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustinNck1 Posted February 27, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 27, 2018 Addressed the mirror situation on the new bike. Hopefully these are atleast usable, unlike the stock ones. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post vf1000ride Posted February 27, 2018 Popular Post Report Share Posted February 27, 2018 On 2/26/2018 at 3:16 AM, Qman said: Grand National?? Sorry for the slow reply but yep, '87 Buick Grand National. Here is a shot of it from a few years ago on the day I brought it home. 1 1 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTheAzn Posted February 27, 2018 Report Share Posted February 27, 2018 Was going to ride to work. Then remembered shes not in ride-able condition. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
what Posted February 27, 2018 Report Share Posted February 27, 2018 12 minutes ago, TimTheAzn said: Was going to ride to work. Then remembered shes not in ride-able condition. That's what 50 degree late winter weekends are for. Time to get out the wrenches. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTheAzn Posted February 27, 2018 Report Share Posted February 27, 2018 1 hour ago, what said: That's what 50 degree late winter weekends are for. Time to get out the wrenches. New brake calipers for the sv should be in tomorrow. Brake fluid should be in tomorrow as well. Who knows what'll happen. Still need to get that garbage shock outta there if I want to get in any good street rides this year. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
max power Posted February 27, 2018 Report Share Posted February 27, 2018 Got my carburetor fine-tuned on the DR, as good as I'm going to get it anyway, and took the wife for a spin through the countryside before the roached out tire lost all of its air. she digs the riding position and the fact that it's not real powerful. She won't ride on my FZ. Claims it's too violent Then I spent $500 on a used tailgate for her outback since I backed it into my buddies back hoe Saturday. Go me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
what Posted February 27, 2018 Report Share Posted February 27, 2018 06-07 ZX10R shock is a direct bolt-on, as is the ZX14 shock. Cheap on Ebay. Easy swap. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimTheAzn Posted February 27, 2018 Report Share Posted February 27, 2018 6 minutes ago, what said: 06-07 ZX10R shock is a direct bolt-on, as is the ZX14 shock. Cheap on Ebay. Easy swap. Yea I'm pumped to see what this zx6r shock will do for handling. Currently the bike is just far too stiff. I'm hoping that I don't find that the forks are abnormally sprung. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
what Posted February 27, 2018 Report Share Posted February 27, 2018 2 hours ago, TimTheAzn said: Yea I'm pumped to see what this zx6r shock will do for handling. Currently the bike is just far too stiff. I'm hoping that I don't find that the forks are abnormally sprung. I did 1.0kg sonic springs and 20wt oil when I had my forks redone on the SV. You would probably want 0.90/0.95 with 15wt oil or something around there if you go the Sonic route. The front end felt really good after just swapping springs and oil btw. I did not get the emulators. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
durk Posted February 28, 2018 Report Share Posted February 28, 2018 (edited) Got a 60 mile loop in tonight. Forgot how fast the bike is, but thankfully it stops pretty fast as well. Bambi decided to take her 2 kids for jog in front of me while her 3rd child watched from the distance. Still had a blast and the new Scorpion cold weather gloves I got from the wife for Christmas are a nice addition to my riding gear. Can’t wait for some real warm spring days. Edited February 28, 2018 by durk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Killer_kaw Posted February 28, 2018 Report Share Posted February 28, 2018 Got a few cosmetic things done on the Connie A little vinyl wrap. Then I finally gave in and called traxion dynamics and ordered up a Penske shock and ak20’s for the forks 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2talltim Posted February 28, 2018 Report Share Posted February 28, 2018 Was going to wrench on the bike today but had to work on the short bus grocery getter instead. 160k miles was just too much for the stock rear pads and rotors I guess...lol All shiny and new now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JustinNck1 Posted February 28, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 28, 2018 15 minutes ago, Killer_kaw said: Got a few cosmetic things done on the Connie A little vinyl wrap. Then I finally gave in and called traxion dynamics and ordered up a Penske shock and ak20’s for the forks I've quoted this for the FJR. Traxxion guys are great to work with. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2talltim Posted February 28, 2018 Report Share Posted February 28, 2018 26 minutes ago, Killer_kaw said: Got a few cosmetic things done on the Connie A little vinyl wrap. Then I finally gave in and called traxion dynamics and ordered up a Penske shock and ak20’s for the forks You have officially put more money into your connie than mine is worth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Killer_kaw Posted February 28, 2018 Report Share Posted February 28, 2018 45 minutes ago, 2talltim said: You have officially put more money into your connie than mine is worth Not quite there yet but spring is not here yet. After seeing the difference suspension work made on my last couple bikes I couldn’t resist. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2talltim Posted February 28, 2018 Report Share Posted February 28, 2018 Just now, Killer_kaw said: Not quite there yet but spring is not here yet. After seeing the difference suspension work made on my last couple bikes I couldn’t resist. With the miles and beats and bangs mine has taken over the years she isn't worth much to anyone but me. Ive seen far nicer units than mine sell for less than $5k Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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