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Post by scooter on Aug 19, 2015 15:54:45 GMT -5
Now here's a tech question for y'all, what's the little light in the headlight for? Its on the right side, and looks like an instrument panel bulb, so I can't imagine it puts out much light. That's the teller light. It tells the other light when to turn on. IHNI. I thought maybe it was a parking light or minimum required headlight. I would like to know too! |
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Post by scooter on Aug 18, 2015 15:22:38 GMT -5
Ok, picked this up for $150. .....though the body panels are vexing me, any suggestions? Look on ebay or just a web search for the body panels if you can't find them in the usual places. I'm in luck with my CFMoto Helix clone, right now, if I need body panels. There are whole brand new sets on ebay including a few colors and some chrome.  |
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Post by scooter on Aug 16, 2015 8:51:44 GMT -5
How's it going . I'm proud to announce I'm the owner of my first motorcycle !! Its 2005 buell blast 500cc . it has 1,400 miles on it and I got it for $700 bucks !! Just watch out for those assault deer.  |
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Post by scooter on Aug 15, 2015 14:10:36 GMT -5
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Post by scooter on Aug 15, 2015 13:24:55 GMT -5
beenriding I fully understand regarding the gear and intend on loading up on that before my first ride. Honestly dont want a vespa, not a fan of the looks. Went and looked at a few things today, dealership near us has a 2007 Kymco People 250s for about 2.5k not sure of the mileage. Thinking if I can find one to try out that the Hooligan 170i that might be my best bet. Hoping to get something new again just because I want to ensure I know the whole history of the machine. Really wish Honda would make a 150cc Rebel.... - Ryan The Honda Rebel 250 is about the easiest bike you could ever drive. It is like riding a bicycle. A lightweight, fun, machine and handles better than any scooter I have ridden. You can get a nice used one cheap and they are, in my opinion, leagues beyond Chinese scooter quality. Even my CFMoto250 can't touch the Rebel 250 in speed, power, quality or ride. I'll bet the 400 is just as stable and easy. i.ytimg.com/vi/J8aYeGmpeUE/maxresdefault.jpg |
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Post by scooter on Aug 15, 2015 11:20:33 GMT -5
I just took a variator off of a scooter that was trashed after only 500 miles. The slide bushing was completely worn out and the brand new rollers had flat spots. Just pathetic.
I put his old one back for now, that has 7,000 miles on it and still looks pretty good. I need to find a quality seller that actually has good parts when I need them and at prices that let me make a little money too.
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Post by scooter on Aug 15, 2015 11:15:17 GMT -5
If you want to ride comfortably and without straining the engine at freeway speeds, I'd say go for a 400cc or larger. I saw a nice used Suzuki Burgman 400 for 2,800 just the other day. Suzuki quality, and a street worthy engine. Not quite as polished as this one but nice for the price.  |
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Post by scooter on Aug 15, 2015 11:01:03 GMT -5
This seems like a great idea! I have a piece of carpet and some cardboard I lay on, it's not bad, just getting up to get a tool is the problem. Are you still using it? My only issue is storage, I struggle keeping the garage clean as it is. scooter I use it all the time. I can't say enough about it. I can sit in a chair and pull wheels, CVT stuff, all the stuff on the bottom of the bike, and my tools are laid out on the lift in front of me, along with parts as they come off. I can lower it to work on top side stuff. I can even roll my toolbox right up to where I'm working, and that's really nice, too. If you're going to be working on bikes, or even lawn mowers, this thing is like having a work table and lift all in one. I made another post about a big impact wrench I bought. Another nice investment. itistheride.boards.net/thread/8421/meet-boss-butthead |
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Post by scooter on Aug 15, 2015 11:00:34 GMT -5
 Here's a great product I picked up for under $100 at Harbor Freight. I've used it about a dozen times, this year and I still get a kick out of using it. I have yet to see it actually "work" to get a fastener loosened. It's more like "blip", and the nut or bolt is loose. I have nicknamed it "The Boss". So far it has been gentle enough to not break any fasteners upon removal. I use a low torque impact for putting them back on, or a torque wrench as needed. Taking off an overly tight variator or clutch is so easy. Just hold the part in your hand, "blip" it with The Boss and It's done. It weighs a lot, but The Boss, is the boss of nuts and bolts. Engine mounts? Blip! Wheels? Blip! Bolts so tight you think you might break them if you try to loosen them by hand? Blip! Grrr! Ugh! Ugh! Ugh! Matching big impact socket set and adapters sold separately at surprisingly affordable prices. www.harborfreight.com/air-tools/impact-wrenches/3-4-quarter-inch-heavy-duty-impact-wrench-66984.html |
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Post by scooter on Aug 15, 2015 1:11:38 GMT -5
Yeah but then your papers would fly away. lain |
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Post by scooter on Aug 15, 2015 0:06:17 GMT -5
An older gentleman waits years and years to someday own a Vespa. Finally, he saves his money, shows up at the dealer buys his new scooter and heads straight to the highway. While passing a car, he knocks on the window. The driver of the car opens the window, “Yes?” “Ever ridden a Vespa?” “No I haven’t” The biker drives on, until he sees the next car. While passing it, he knocks on the window. The driver of the car opens the window: “Yes?” “Ever ridden a Vespa?” “No I haven’t” Then suddenly there is a curve, but the old man sees it too late. He crashes off the road into a ditch. A car stops and a man runs to the unlucky rider. The old man, lying in severe pain, asks, “Ever ridden a Vespa?” “Yes I have. I have owned several over the past 20 years” The old man says, “Please tell me, where are the brakes?” From modernvespa.com/forum/topic83414 |
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Post by scooter on Aug 14, 2015 23:52:28 GMT -5
I can't believe I'm advocating this  But for $34 I'd make a gdnm runner outa it, just because Yeah what scooter said If he can't believe He's advocating it, then it must be good. |
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Post by scooter on Aug 14, 2015 20:55:09 GMT -5
I can't believe I'm advocating this But for $34 I'd make a gdnm runner outa it What do you mean? |
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Post by scooter on Aug 14, 2015 20:42:53 GMT -5
What grit would I use if I were to attempt it? I'm not good at remembering grits by number but I'd say 200 or 300, to remove some material, then 400 or 600 to smooth it out. A satin finish perhaps at 400, and pretty shiny at 600. You could even polish it but I'm guessing a satin finish would be good. If in doubt, start with a fine paper first. Get as aggressive as you want to in order to remove the blemishes in a reasonable amount of time. |
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Post by scooter on Aug 14, 2015 19:35:44 GMT -5
The amount removed to "clean" the head up will result in negligible comp, ratio increase Pistonguy should have that formula on hand. Emory cloth comes in different grit's like sand paper Lots to choose from, Medium, Fine, ultra Fine, 280-400 grit or finer. You could finish it to a polish if ya wanted to. its not as hack as one may think in This Application . with a fine grit finish would look racey. Yeah. Lapping isn't a hack. I agree. It's a good technique for removing a small amount of material with good flatness. |
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