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On 11/7/2021 at 2:47 PM, Kwasaki said:

I went for ride yesterday the bike went great and the new end can I have bought is quieter than the previous box. 

It read on decibels level 86 so for a big bike that's good,  I took out the silencer inset that came with the end can and rev it up and it read 87 decibels, I thought that was weird. ????

 

Goes to show how ineffective some of those inserts can be I suppose. Or maybe it's the app on your phone? I've just ordered a set of inserts that I'm hoping will tone down the bark o' me Zards -- they're the racing version without db killer. I still want to be able to snap my wrist and wakeup inattentive drivers when needed, but I certainly don't want to annoy the likes of Pist-on Bloke should he happen to be on the sidewalk in town while I'm passing by.

On 11/18/2021 at 8:36 AM, piston broke said:

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I hate loud exhausts with a passion ... People who put them and annoy the great unwashed should have the bike confiscated and loud pipe destroyed ....

Yeah, we get that Pist-on Broke (but seriously, you're starting to sound like a broken record) ... we get that you hate loud exhausts with a passion but they probably annoy you more than most. I'd really like to see you harp on about something you like with a passion. 

On 11/18/2021 at 8:45 AM, Captain Monday said:

A shame but part of motoring culture seems to be making noise and causing nuisance. ...

More so about making noise, and the greater part of that crowd are going to be younger testosterone-driven knuckle-heads. The part you're missing is that apart from the "hey, look at me" bunch, there are the enthusiasts who enjoy tweaking their machines to perform better. And part of that necessitates a free-flowing exhaust, which entails more noise from the tailpipe. It's not done to annoy anyone. In fact, if you think about it, the decibels arrive and depart rather quickly. Unless you're prone to keeping pace by following. In which case one has to ask, do you or do you not want to prolong that sound?

Right, that's me off me soapbox. Now where's that derby?

Add drop chute for your poop chute and you never need to leave your bike!

18 hours ago, piston broke said:

don't keep us in suspense ....

Let me offer you a clue ...

You stated in another thread concerning Idiot drivers, and I quote: "i gave up "bipping" my horn at dreadful drivers over a decade ago - has absolutely no effect,..."

Now go back and take a look at the title of this thread, the one you started.

On 11/2/2021 at 11:31 PM, piston broke said:

if it were up to me - any bike with an after market / loud exhaust  would be seized by the Police - the exhaust removed and crushed - Then the only way to get the bike back would be to fit a stock exhaust, pass a DB test and pay fine plus bike strorage / removal costs....

 

i for one hate loud exhausts and the smug & selfish so snd so's who fit them to their bikes without giving a kipper's dick for other people's feelings...

 

"loud pipes save lives" total and utter borrocks ...

 

I think I have a solution that just might work for you...

On 10/30/2021 at 11:34 AM, yogi yogi said:

why do thai pickups have no rear bumper? ...

So they can fit more exhaust cans that make it louder, make it whistle on gear changes, and spew great clouds of black smoke, thereby giving the impression that a jumbo jet just landed on the highway. 

On 10/29/2021 at 4:48 PM, piston broke said:

 

Sir - that makes you a selfish oaf inho ....

Let me rephrase: ... when I need them to be ...

On 10/30/2021 at 6:53 AM, Orinoco said:

Scaring old people and young children, how cool your type are.

 

 

 

Please reference above. How could you possibly come to that conclusion?

10 hours ago, Agusts said:

There is a website with lots of YouTube videos reviewing helmets, can't remember the name, but they test helmets in real conditions, not just show it on a table and talk about it...

 

They measure temperature inside/outside and noise inside going at 100kph or more and other tests...

 

 

Here ya go...

https://m.youtube.com/channel/UCZuoSlE36vyheCxIrY6nPRQ

21 minutes ago, OneMoreFarang said:

I saw today this one. Another amazing machine.

 

Magic! Going to go watch part 2 now.

Thanks for replies and insights. Yes, optimal scenario would see my gear coming as baggage, but as mentioned, restrictive flight measures means less inbound traffic.

I'm already kitted-up with weather appropriate gear bought locally. My not-so-near but terribly dear, leathers would be for late night excursions during those rare times of year when it can get a bit nippy in Southeast Asia.

Bringing in new bits and bobs would be my primary focus, so tax and duty is the quantifiable unit of measure I'm interested in. My leathers can wait. What's a pair mini LED signals going get hit with? Is that a different rate than say, a custom fuel cap, or a tail-tidy? Is everything motorcycle a flat rate ... and if motorcycle doesn't figure in the description? A light is light -- does it matter what it goes on? Flat rate or lumpy descriptors ... 

How are parts and accessories treated when importing to Thailand? I expect parcels are subject to inspection, and applicable duties and tax are levied prior to delivery to home address. Is there a set rate for motorcycle parts? How are accessories treated, say for instance, clothing / riding gear? What about if it's used gear (I'd like to ship my leathers, boots, etc. to here)? Are there "creative" ways to bring in new or used bits and bobs? Is the process arbitrary or do the custom's agents follow international HS codes?

Appreciate any comments from those who have experience in this area.

On 5/24/2021 at 1:03 PM, jackdd said:

Never noticed any problem, even after weeks (and sometimes months) of not using the bike.

 

Are you sure that they actually do the service according to the owner's manual?

From my experience with Honda dealers, if you would just drop of your bike and tell them to do a service, all they would do is an oil change and then consider it done. I wouldn't be too surprised if for example they never changed the spark plug.

Good point re: service ... I'll have to do a closer inspection of receipts. It gets a tad confusing when there's four scooters kicking around here and they're all going to the same dealership. I never pay much attention to which one is getting what done at what time ... I just pay and drive away.

What about the hydgroscopic properties of ethanol fuel? Say the bike was sitting for a week or so with less than half a tank of fuel. What with the high humidity, is it possible the moisture content could be affecting the performance. I put that out there because a short while ago I noticed a loss of performance with my scooter while in a rush to get somewhere. The bike is service regularly at the dealership since new (50k+ on the clock). It crossed my mind while out that I hadn't used the bike in a week or more. I stopped and filled up the tank (it was at about half capacity or a little less). From that point onward it ran like a top. Wadda ya reckon, a fluke or might there be something to it?

Lot's of opinions from Bobber owners here: LINK

Greetings,

In order to pass the Land Transport inspection, I need to have a chain guard fitted. I don't have the OEM part and it will take 3 weeks to get it here in Phuket. Fabricating a cheap knock-off is also an option but requires more misery than it's worth -- finding a shop that understands and is then be able to execute in a timely fashion. So, if anyone has one kicking around and is willing to lend / rent it for half a day, I'd be very happy to hear from you.

Cheers,

For whatever reason the search for Mitsubishi Thailand's website, today, provided an option to display in English. I sent my enquiry and will now attempt a phone call to see where that goes. Here's the link if anyone cares to record it: Mitsubishi Electric Thailand

And, just found another link that points to Mitsubishi Electric Kang Yong website. I gather the first is corporate head office and the other is ... well, maybe manufacturer for some Mitsubishi products in Thailand?

Cheers to all for your input. I'll report back on the outcome.

Thank you for the parts listing "Carlyai". And "Sometimewoodworker", thanks for the heads up on Mitsubishi Thailand's English-speaking techs. I'll try a call this morning. 

Isan Farang, pdf downloaded on phone. Thanks for that. 

6 minutes ago, Isan Farang said:

You need to take the new pump back to the supplier and tell them to send back and have Mitsu check it out. If you go and take apart you will have no chance of any warranty. I have had a few of these pumps and never observed a leak at that sealing area.  

I won't be taking the new "R" pump apart because I'm hoping the dealer will exchange or allow switching to the Hitachi 300XX model for the difference in price. I will still go ahead and repair the older "QS" model and would sure like to know where that great-looking stainless tank can be had. I'll buy one if possible for my "QS" refurbishment. 

This WP 305R model has the delivery pipe going into the housing which itself has a flange to mate with the upper portion (where it diverts to the area containing the check valve - see photo). That upper flange is where slight movement occurs. Pipe is stationary while upper housing flexes downward with torque from motor starting. 

Thanks for the pdf but the link won't open (file extension problem?). I will definitely look at repairing the old pump since the intention is to use it elsewhere. The new pump is required.