What did you do to your bike today?

[2talltim]

Not my bike but the wife's. Decided since it's 10 years old and 10k miles I'd check the valve clearances and sync the carbs. And what did I find in all my hard work? No adjustmebts needed, the clearances and sync were balls on middle of the spec. So really a waste of time but at least I have peace of mind now knowing it's all good.

Check this out, TPS on a carb and bowl heaters on carbs that sit between two air cooled jugs. Seems like overkill

[Gixxus Christ!]

Finished up a project I've been wanting to do for a long time on the Honda. Anyone who's seen it run remembers my ignition switch was a toggle switch next to the headlight. Not super secure. So I decided to Fab up what I think is a very cool and clean solution.

 

Bought a new old stock steering stem nut, milled a slot in it to receive a dual pole, dual throw keyed switch. Wired it up and Shazam. 

[motocat12]

Will my bic pen spare key work?

[Gixxus Christ!]

21 minutes ago, Isaac's Papa said:

That's clean AF. Nice work. I like it. 

Thanks. I love it.

20 minutes ago, motocat12 said:

Will my bic pen spare key work?

It's a 12 tumbler lock, so probably not. 

[what]

changed my first tire the old-fashioned way. Forgot to buy weights, will pick some up tomorrow then it's time to go ham and swap 3 more tires this weekend. 

[TimTheAzn]

Rode to work this morning.

 

@what what tools do you have to swap tires?

[Qman]

17 minutes ago, TimTheAzn said:

Rode to work this morning.

Mee Too!  5 miles, barely gets to temp!

[what]

12 minutes ago, TimTheAzn said:

Rode to work this morning.

 

@what what tools do you have to swap tires?

bread breaker: https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/motion-pro-beadpro-forged-steel-tire-bead-breaker?gclid=Cj0KEQjw2-bHBRDEh6qk5b6yqKIBEiQAFUz29tkn9viAISBOWrqI1dx1KIOX5D2DH1QGJLQPRwuvKo8aAs3N8P8HAQ

tire iron: https://www.motionpro.com/product/08-0007

spoons x2: https://www.motionpro.com/product/08-0003

rim protectors: https://www.motionpro.com/product/08-0357 (buying 2 more today)

air pump: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Kobalt-12-Volt-Car-Air-Inflator/1000092575

stand: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Common-2-in-x-6-in-x-8-ft-Actual-1-5-in-x-5-5-in-x-7-71-ft-Stud/1000060933 (4x 2' pieces)

lube: http://www.windex.com/en-us/pages/default.aspx

balance stand: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Torin-3-Ton-Jack-Stands/50273053

[durk]

1 hour ago, what said:

bread breaker: https://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/motion-pro-beadpro-forged-steel-tire-bead-breaker?gclid=Cj0KEQjw2-bHBRDEh6qk5b6yqKIBEiQAFUz29tkn9viAISBOWrqI1dx1KIOX5D2DH1QGJLQPRwuvKo8aAs3N8P8HAQ

tire iron: https://www.motionpro.com/product/08-0007

spoons x2: https://www.motionpro.com/product/08-0003

rim protectors: https://www.motionpro.com/product/08-0357 (buying 2 more today)

air pump: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Kobalt-12-Volt-Car-Air-Inflator/1000092575

stand: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Common-2-in-x-6-in-x-8-ft-Actual-1-5-in-x-5-5-in-x-7-71-ft-Stud/1000060933 (4x 2' pieces)

lube: http://www.windex.com/en-us/pages/default.aspx

balance stand: https://www.lowes.com/pd/Torin-3-Ton-Jack-Stands/50273053

How do you like the bead (bread) breaker? 

[what]

5 minutes ago, durk said:

How do you like the bead (bread) breaker? 

lol... apple's auto-correct strikes again it seems.

 

It works, but I found I had to go around almost the entire circumference of the rim before the bead would actually come off. It will be easier moving forward though since last night was the first time I used it and there's a bit of finesse involved. 

Edited April 21, 2017 by what

[durk]

5 minutes ago, what said:

lol... apple's auto-correct strikes again it seems.

 

It works, but I found I had to go around almost the entire circumference of the rim before the bead would actually come off. It will be easier moving forward though since last night was the first time I used it and there's a bit of finesse involved. 

I currently use 2-4 x 4s on the ground with my wheel placed on them, then using a couple pieces of 2 x 4s as levers under my 2000lb tractor I break the bead. Hillbilly engineering at its finest. I've contemplated those exact bead breakers. Thanks for your thoughts. 

[CBBaron]

4 minutes ago, what said:

lol... apple's auto-correct strikes again it seems.

 

It works, but I found I had to go around almost the entire circumference of the rim before the bead would actually come off. It will be easier moving forward though since last night was the first time I used it and there's a bit of finesse involved. 

I have the same breaker. I have used it on 3 tires so far. There is some finesse involved and I did have to go all the way around the bead before I could get mine off also. It does work and does not require much effort. The same levers work pretty decently as spoons. 

I have the same rim protectors but find them a pain to use. I do alot of gravel/dirt so I am just try to be careful and live with the occasional small scratch. 

I'm using armor all as a lube, which works pretty well when wet. I will say having plenty of lube on the surfaces really helps at all stages of the process. From bead breaking to setting the bead of the new tire.

[Killer_kaw]

Made a little progress on the 1200 Sent about a dozen parts to powdercoat including the wheels. Removed all the bodywork to get ready for paint and flushed out the cooling system. I've found a few surprises here and there but nothing to bad. 

[Killer_kaw]

16 hours ago, what said:

changed my first tire the old-fashioned way. Forgot to buy weights, will pick some up tomorrow then it's time to go ham and swap 3 more tires this weekend. 

Hands down best tire lubricant I've used is ruglyde. Made the job much easier most likely because that what it's made for. Napa carries it, about  $20 for a big ass jug. Use plenty. Like mentioned in another post a couple 2x4's can make for a decent bead breaker just be sure not to put pressure on your rotors. I've done a dozen or so with my harbor freight set up and it's pretty handy. 

[what]

PP3 rear mounted on the Ducati, no more chain rub... not even close. Looks like I'll be sticking with Michelin/Bridgestone on the track bike. 

 

A shame since Q3's are so very sticky. 

[fox_racing_guy]

New steering head bearings, having the correct tools for this job make it go much easier. 

[TimTheAzn]

Cleaned the gsxr's calipers. Flushed the fluid brake fluid too.

Changed the oil in the SV. Cleaned the SV. Rode the SV.

[what]

All tires swapped and all wheels back on both bikes. Will probably stick with Q3 on the street triple and PP3 on the Ducati. Might have to try out Pilot Roads after the Q3's are done though, seems a few people on this forum run PR4s. Would like to see what mileage I could get out of a set. 

[ludwb675]

Pulled everything off the top of the bike trying to find my coolant leak. It's a very slow leak but a leak non the less. 

I already did this once this spring and thought I found the culprit with a slightly loose hose clamp. Sadly that is not the case. FML. 

[Killer_kaw]

Pulled the air box and carbs. Carbs sent to a fella in Arizona for complete disassembly, dip, all new o-rings & gaskets and reassembly with jet kit. Entire brake and clutch system pulled. Working on caliper and master rebuild along with new lines. Body work ready to paint and with a little luck will be pearl white this time tomorrow. 

[JustinNck1]

Washed the bug guts off it and got it ready to burn up some SEO roads tomorrow.

[o-no-moto]

New Angel gt tires' chain and sprockets. Now we wait

[JustinNck1]

New T30 Evo on the back of the FJR. Front was done not too long ago. Hopefully I can make them last until the Gap Trip.

[Jonny5]

Just installed progrips on my new bike

2012 Honda cb1000r

[JustinNck1]

1 minute ago, Jonny5 said:

Just installed progrips on my new bike

2012 Honda cb1000r

Welcome!

Edited May 1, 2017 by JustinNck1