I had a problem similar to this. The bike would start and idle normally , it would rev crisply with out missing but as soon as it was ridden it developed a bad...
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Gary Cobb
cobby1957
Apr 29, 2013 8:40 pm
the one thing i`m seeing is the condensors coming up a lot, i have new sets and points coming anyway so i`ll let you all know the result after i`ve fitted...
11857
cobby1957
May 4, 2013 7:50 am
I Desperately need a lower crankcase for Dave Corsar`s A model, he`s got a major hole behind the centre downpipe, can anyone help him please? My spares are...
11858
SuzukiDave
suzukidave2001
May 4, 2013 4:30 pm
I would only replace just the lower case alone as a last resort .. its better to use them as a matched set as they are machined together new so bearings and...
11859
Geoff Chilton
geoffchilton...
May 4, 2013 4:52 pm
Further to machining comment you would need to check painted marks inside cases they are colour coded marks and relate to gear train clearances ie you could...
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Tim
timcarpenter...
May 6, 2013 7:49 pm
Does anyone have any hot tips for removing the exhaust pipe bushes from the frame. I have tried everything I can think of but they are stuck solid and I need...
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Nick Glover
nickglover2003
May 6, 2013 7:56 pm
I left mine in!...
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Lynne Currie
currie.bandl...
May 6, 2013 7:58 pm
Tim, I did not remove the bushes when blasting and powder coating the frame. I made up a set of close fitting covers to protect them. This worked well. ... ...
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SuzukiDave
suzukidave2001
May 6, 2013 8:02 pm
Use 2 sockets .. a smaller one that fits inside the frame mount and a second on the other side large enough so the rubber mount can slide inside as it presses...
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Tim
timcarpenter...
May 6, 2013 8:10 pm
Thanks Dave I'll give this a try...
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KEITH RUDD
keith954532
May 6, 2013 9:05 pm
If the bushes are not damaged, that is ripped or have too much movement in them, leave them alone like the vast majority of Kettle owners do ......why do a...
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kev meredith
kevinmrdth
May 7, 2013 8:56 am
Took mine to the local garage and had them pressed out. mezzaKEITH RUDD <keith_rudd@...> wrote:If the bushes are not damaged, that is ripped or have...
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Gary Cobb
cobby1957
May 7, 2013 4:58 pm
Tim, dont bother removing them! Powder coating (just like zincing) doesnt affect rubber and even though the ends may look old, unless theyre absolutely shagged...
11868
gt750uk@...
May 7, 2013 6:15 pm
Hello, This email message is a notification to let you know that a file has been uploaded to the Files area of the gt750uk group. File : /Motorbike...
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KEITH RUDD
keith954532
May 7, 2013 6:22 pm
Chaps, Â Just in case anyone has problems keeping their motorbike boots fastened because the Velcro flap isn't long enough to stick shut, I have put details...
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Tim
timcarpenter...
May 12, 2013 8:38 pm
I have just bought a set of Avon Roadrider tyres off ebay advertised to fit a GT750. When I received them I noticed that they were tubeless tires. Can I fit...
11872
yeadon_m
May 12, 2013 8:43 pm
Tim, you definitely need inner tubes! The air will come out of the spoke holes :-) I see no reason why you can't fit tubes, but check with supplier I guess....
11873
KEITH RUDD
keith954532
May 12, 2013 8:47 pm
Just whack tubes in both of them .....the tyres won't know the difference!!!!!!!! Â Â ________________________________ From: Tim...
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ray_dunkley
May 12, 2013 10:13 pm
They need tubes on spoke rims also watch out there are a batch out in circulation that crack in the bottom of the tread patern usually around the centre a lot...
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MARK LLOYD
m.lloyd676...
May 13, 2013 2:07 pm
http://www.tranzsurf.com/kwzvtd.php m.lloyd676...
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Tim
timcarpenter...
May 14, 2013 7:56 am
Can someone please tell me the best way to remove a damaged SRIS Oil Hose Union from the cylinder block. They look like they are a push fit so I presume mole...
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Geoff Chilton
geoffchilton...
May 14, 2013 8:06 am
Exactly as I removed mine took a good hold with molies to give a slight twisting wiggle and drew them out then fit 3 new from Reiner good price and super quick...
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Tim
timcarpenter...
May 16, 2013 4:53 pm
I have just started to strip down the engine and found that the LH piston is completely seized solid. The head and barrel came away very easily and the crank...
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Gary Cobb
cobby1957
May 16, 2013 5:53 pm
Hi Tim, it`s probably just rust seizure the same as i had on GT550 recently, mine was the offside barrel though....I left to soak in diesel and after a couple...
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ace1venturi
May 16, 2013 9:30 pm
Hi Tim C, Are you saying that you have a little end/piston seizure? Or that you have a piston stuck in the bore?...
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Tim
timcarpenter...
May 17, 2013 10:27 pm
The piston is stuck in the bore....
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KEITH RUDD
keith954532
May 17, 2013 11:12 pm
Try repeated cycles of hot and cold .......... a blowtorch on the piston crown and at the inlet/exhaust ports ....... different metals expand and contract at...
11883
cobby1957
May 19, 2013 9:44 am
All fixed now. Don`t ask how or why `cause i really aint got a clue and aint never seen it before. After fitting and setting up new points i was having a cuppa...
11884
sw75gt
May 19, 2013 12:41 pm
Hi Guys n Gals, I have an original Takasago 215 bx 18 , 2I 101 Japan , chrome wheel rim, I thought I would put it on here first for offers +post , its fairly...
11885
sw75gt
May 19, 2013 12:59 pm
picture's are in 'Photos' under 'T' for takasago, and is a rear rim....
