Forum: Instructional Articles
08-10-2010, 03:26 PM
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Re: Install a 16 Tooth Front Sprocket
Just an update on my sprocket experience. I have noticed a gas mileage increase in my everyday commute. Went from 67 mpg average to 73 mpg average. Cool beans!
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Forum: Troubleshooting
07-26-2010, 02:58 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,675
Re: Another Can't find tires for my bike thread
How about 7 years old with 5000 miles on them? I bought it used from some guy who put 4600 miles on them because he used it as a Circle K beer run instead of his Harley Softtail.
The fact that...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
07-26-2010, 02:47 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,675
Re: Another Can't find tires for my bike thread
Bike Bandit said they were on back order for Metzeler 130/90/15 tubes. That's what prompted me to find somewhere else to buy tubes. Come to think about it, do I really NEED to replace the tubes if...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
07-26-2010, 02:37 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,675
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Forum: Troubleshooting
07-26-2010, 12:53 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 1,675
Another Can't find tires for my bike thread
I am now going through the troubles everyone else is having now. Can't find tires and tubes for this bike. So here is what I got so far.
JCWhitney has the Kenda K671 front (100/90/16) in stock...
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Forum: Instructional Articles
07-23-2010, 04:09 PM
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Replies: 304
Views: 96,694
Re: Install a 16 Tooth Front Sprocket
I did measure it. Before the sprocket change, the chain gave around 13mm. After I put it on, it will only give around 5mm and not any more. So it was snugger than original. I'm fairly confident...
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Forum: Instructional Articles
07-23-2010, 12:16 PM
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Replies: 304
Views: 96,694
Re: Install a 16 Tooth Front Sprocket
I readjusted the windshield and I think that is causing a lot of noise I noticed. I am going to return the windshield back to the original position and see how it goes. It is possible that the...
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Forum: Instructional Articles
07-22-2010, 08:12 PM
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Replies: 304
Views: 96,694
Re: Install a 16 Tooth Front Sprocket
I did mine pretty quick on Friday and finally got to ride it today. I really do like it since it feels a lot more "calm" at 55-60 mph. One thing I noticed is there is a fast winding noise from the...
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Forum: Instructional Articles
06-10-2010, 05:07 PM
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Replies: 6
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Re: DIY rear rack
I am curious how this would affect the installation of saddlebags. Not sure how all saddlebags are attached but mine are tied down under the passenger seat and is held in one spot by the passenger...
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Forum: Member Introductions
05-12-2010, 11:07 PM
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Replies: 6
Views: 850
Proud owner of a 2003 Suzuki GZ250 in Tucson, AZ
Hello everyone. Purchased the 2003 GZ250 last week as my first bike. I have riden to work twice now and I love it. Except for the moment the battery died at work and had to figure a clever way to...
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