Ignition on the fritzs, so had to run the bike and jump on her start it on compression.

21 hours ago, taninthai said:

Finally got the new clutch/upgrade in .....the clutch didn’t actually look that worn ,but I found out what the grinding noise was and why it wouldn’t roll backwards when in first gear with clutch in.

the 5 bolts holding the springs and clutch basket in were completely loose could just unwind them by hand and had been grinding into the internal casing,as I was removing all the casing bolts they wasn’t super tight either and I was thinking someone has opened this up before..lol.,,,just another reason why I try not to let other people work on my bikes.

Anyway all went back together smoothly and clutch feels a lot better,thanks for all info posted on other threads regarding part numbers etc etc.

check out the grinder casing and shards of metal to inside.

last picture is the notorious judder springs chucked in the bin and not replaced.

A lot of Thai mechanics never heard of a torque wrench.

Oil and filter change, air in tires, chain tighten...

Was delivered yesterday and rode it for the first time,  got the tyre pressures right from what they were 52 & 36.

Torque wrench use is not the only thing.

New mia noi safe in kitchen. 

 

Finished my bike shed, no excuses now...when I get the AC.

3 hours ago, AllanB said:

Finished my bike shed, no excuses now...when I get the AC.

Sweet... where is the locking stand?

 

25 minutes ago, Rhys said:

Sweet... where is the locking stand?

 

The plan is to winch the bike up using the ridge structure and put a table underneath. We are a bit pushed for space, only 2.2m x 5m inside, so going to put Shadow in first and see what is best.

 

Our land is just a tad smaller than Guzzi's, so I am stuck with that, maybe dieting might help me?

Years ago on the TV, another rider had the same little ban for the bike... ..but ready for this.. remote control garage door opener.. stylin..

 

Allan B.. what is your opinion of the CB 500 X?

3 hours ago, Rhys said:

Allan B.. what is your opinion of the CB 500 X?

If I weren't so shit scared of highway riding it is a bike I would probably choose, seems to me very good value for money and about the right number of horses for Thailand.

 

I have gone down the dirt bike route as a result.

 

My shed was done on a bit of a budget, due to my many other commitments, I have two B240 shop soiled bog doors....Remote control was a not top priority....food for thought though.

 

...Remote controlled bog doors......surprise surprise! 

1 hour ago, AllanB said:

If I weren't so shit scared of highway riding it is a bike I would probably choose, seems to me very good value for money and about the right number of horses for Thailand.

 

I have gone down the dirt bike route as a result.

 

My shed was done on a bit of a budget, due to my many other commitments, I have two B240 shop soiled bog doors....Remote control was a not top priority....food for thought though.

 

...Remote controlled bog doors......surprise surprise! 

  Happy Holidays ... on the pegs, do it in the dirt... Cheers mate...Safe rides.. always...

19 hours ago, AllanB said:

The plan is to winch the bike up using the ridge structure and put a table underneath. We are a bit pushed for space, only 2.2m x 5m inside, so going to put Shadow in first and see what is best.

 

Our land is just a tad smaller than Guzzi's, so I am stuck with that, maybe dieting might help me?

 

 

24 minutes ago, thaiguzzi said:

 

 

Yes...........

Done over 1000 km on the CRF since back from work. Time for a check over ...

Washed, up on the lift. Check every bolt, nut, panel, grommet - nothing loose, missing.

Nothing needs attention.

Closed cell foam stopped the resonance caused by the new skid plate. Crash bars great for longer rides as can use a hiway pegs or stretch the legs out.

Bar risers allow leaning back against the bag on passenger seat.

Vibration nil - slight tingle in the grips, but still running stockers which are a tad hard.

Street fender still moves more than I like, but looks 1000 times better and can modify if and when ...

Off to Nan province for a few days after dentist. Then MHS via elephant trail, on to Umphang.

Very pleased with the purchase, does everything I want. More power would be nice, as always with every bike ...

 

 

1 hour ago, canthai55 said:

Done over 1000 km on the CRF since back from work. Time for a check over ...

Washed, up on the lift. Check every bolt, nut, panel, grommet - nothing loose, missing.

Nothing needs attention.

Closed cell foam stopped the resonance caused by the new skid plate. Crash bars great for longer rides as can use a hiway pegs or stretch the legs out.

Bar risers allow leaning back against the bag on passenger seat.

Vibration nil - slight tingle in the grips, but still running stockers which are a tad hard.

Street fender still moves more than I like, but looks 1000 times better and can modify if and when ...

Off to Nan province for a few days after dentist. Then MHS via elephant trail, on to Umphang.

Very pleased with the purchase, does everything I want. More power would be nice, as always with every bike ...

 

 

Got any pictures of those crash bars? 

59 minutes ago, AllanB said:

Got any pictures of those crash bars? 

Made for the Rally

Well I thought about it today......Taken from me exactly 50 years back.....

 

Took the Cota to shop to have

new f/sprocket  [$20Ebay]

and new 520 chain installed, B720.

Gave it some exercise

4034 1001 1150 118

Should have brought a jacket - was cool up in the hills

Great Ride tho'

Went to shop Pattaya Klang/3rd Rd

to buy replacement R/L crankcase gaskets for 

Yamaha RX-Z135 motor in Climber.

She sold me a complete set

of a dozen or more gaskets.

papa a little shocked at the price.

B70.

;-)

Took out 'Ol Yeller for some practice and exercise. Not run her in nearly 3 (THREE!) weeks. A good 45 minute workout. Getting my tight lock turns down to a tee now - more weight over the front wheel.

 Just managed to get back home when she died. Only had to push her 20 metres from the gate to the workshop area.

Another dead plug. She's been eating plugs lately. They should be resistor plugs so have ordered a box of 10, as no local shops stock them. Been using the last of my old UK stock from 14 years ago B6ES, should be BR6ES. Apparently makes a difference.

 

Put a screen on and adjusted the rear preload just gotta tighten the lock ring..

 

Put some new grips on my 11 year old Airblade.

Finally got crashbars and headlight grille...been on a tour from Phuket to Hua Hin with the wife riding pillion...would really like a better saddle..... A local guy put some cm additional foam in, but don't help at all.....tips appreciated! And, merry Christmas y'all!

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Looked around for possible new tires...for the mighty CBR 300R....

1 hour ago, Ro54 said:

Finally got crashbars and headlight grille...been on a tour from Phuket to Hua Hin with the wife riding pillion...would really like a better saddle..... A local guy put some cm additional foam in, but don't help at all.....tips appreciated! And, merry Christmas y'all!

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 Is that a CB 500 X?   Sweet ride..

1 hour ago, Rdrokit said:

Put some new grips on my 11 year old Airblade.

 

   I put the same ones on the mighty CBR 150.... all red design now..

Oiled the chain on my rental bike.

 
 
 Is that a CB 500 X?   Sweet ride..

Yes, a -14!

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8 hours ago, Ro54 said:

Yes, a -14!

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  I have been thinking about this model... do you think of the higher handlebar height?