Adventure Bike Rider - Forum

Subject: Re: The REAL pitfalls for the home mechanic - by: hornet

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:14:38 +0000

I was riding in Scotland in serious cats n dogs when I see a BMW and a giant trike pulled over with hazards on ,so I swing past and stop. 2 guys from Belgium on tour and the trike has the caliper hanging down as yours heff. So an in the field repair of stealing a 2 bolts from less crucial places saved the day. Especially as they had no breakdown cover no phone signal iffy english oh and the guy on the trike only had one leg which I didn't notice till he hopped over to say thanks

Must confess we do get distracted in the garage so its no surprise we have bits left over or loose

Hornet

heff you lucky lucky man

Subject: Re: The REAL pitfalls for the home mechanic - by: Flintlock

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 21:06:04 +0000

Lady luck was riding with you Heff On the plus side, you will never allow that to happen again

Subject: Re: Recommend a Chain Breaker / Chain Tool - by: scouse

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:45:57 +0000

Mike54 wrote:

Scouse, with that one can you also press on split links? It's not obvious from the blurb (or maybe I'm just dimwitted )

PRB = Press Rivet Break does what it says on the tin... It has an "anvil" that you move around to help position the tool for the three tasks.

Does 520 and 530 chains so suitable for most big trailies and roughly the same price and weight as the DID one but packs down smaller and only needs one spanner.

Subject: Re: The REAL pitfalls for the home mechanic - by: bull

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:36:06 +0000

yes, i think it is an age thing, as i am always doing things like that myself these days

few weeks ago i was trying to open a nut an a piece of machinery i have here, i was hanging of the bolt, but it would not open, so i went for a bit of pipe and put on the end of the wrench for some extra power and snapped the head of the bolt,

it was only when i stopped and had a think about it, did i realize that i was twisting the nut the wrong way, i was twisting it on instead of off,

it was a right pisser so it was

Subject: Re: The REAL pitfalls for the home mechanic - by: Mike101

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:35:19 +0000

Brake calipers and me also do not mix well.

Years ago I took both front off to service them. Put them in a bag in the garage to come back to the next week.

But next week nowhere to be found.

It took my dad nearly 15 years to own up to throwing them away as rubbish.

That cost me £560 to get a new set.

So doing home mechanics is also expensive.
Mike

Subject: Re: The REAL pitfalls for the home mechanic - by: big al

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:30:24 +0000

Heff, somebody up stairs loves you mate. Maybe time to say thank you
Al

Subject: The REAL pitfalls for the home mechanic - by: Heff

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:24:28 +0000

So the sun was out this afternoon and decided to take the Panzer out for a blast

About 20 miles later, I could feel a substantial clunking sound from the front which was getting progressively worse, so decided to stop and have a look..................

This is what I saw

The left brake caliper had detached itself from the fork leg.

I was 15 miles from home when I discovered this major F*^K UP on my part. Things could have went so very, very wrong.

Anyway,a wee bit of improvisation to get me home. Into my emergency pack, were I keep a few things and out came several cable ties. Limped home at a snails pace without using the front brake...

I had replaced the front brake pads a week or so back and had obviously put the thing together and never tightened the caliper bolts, the right side was hand tight DOH!!!

I have always replaced pads myself witout any issue until now..

Maybe its an age thing

Note to self.......Double check the next time

Subject: Re: Recommend a Chain Breaker / Chain Tool - by: Mike54

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 20:08:11 +0000

Scouse, with that one can you also press on split links? It's not obvious from the blurb (or maybe I'm just dimwitted )

Subject: Re: Recommend a Chain Breaker / Chain Tool - by: pinball1008

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:35:58 +0000

I have a Motion pro trail tool and the (T6?)lightweight chain breaker. The quality of both is great so if their heavy duty breaker/riveter is similar and it's mainly for home use, I'd also go down that route.

Subject: Re: Scotoiler question? - by: AustinW

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:29:40 +0000

The delivery tubing is just plain old vacuum tubing used in thousands of engines across the globe for vacuum take offs. Buy it by the metre from any decent motor factors. I would imagine even halfords sell it.

Cut a piece about the right length, "mushroom" one end by holding near a flame and cut the other end to a point. Push the mushroomed end into the clear plastic pipe that will attached to your swing arm/axle bolt/chainguard or wherever and adjust so it will drip onto the chain in the right place. If it needs a permenant bend hold close to a flame to warm it, bend to shape and leave to cool.

To make a delivery pipe for the dual scotoiler bend a length of delivery tube into a sharp U shape and warm as before. Hold it in this shape until cool and it holds. Cut in the middle of the U and cut again to length. Mushroom each end as before and fit.

easy and cheap, although always a minging manky job.

Subject: Re: Help needed - by: bull

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:24:01 +0000

you are lucky really, because the problem is coming and going and should be easy to find,

start with the usual suspects and work your way from battery to fuse box all the way to the ignition along the main power supply. check evey connection along the way and any place where wires bend around something, check the wires going to the back of the ignition jiggle them around. you might also have a wire grounding somewhere,

with engine off, but key on, try running a wire from the live connection on the battery straight to the live wire going to the back of the ignition and see if the ignition light comes on, you will know if the problem is either with the ingition or a bad live wire connection or broken live wire feed then, you can also do the same with the negative wire, negative to negative, but be carefull here as you might fry something if you dont know what you are doing, maybe its better to leave that for the experts,.

you can also run a bit of wire from the earth at the back of the ingition to the frame of the bike to see if it is a grounding problem, but we are getting ahead of ourselves here. check the usual supects first.

now you must understand that i am no expert, i learned everthing myself over the years you see, but their is experts on here that can give you better advise than me, but i will do what i can,

EDIT

sorry lad, i deleted that bit about the ignition wires, as it might only help someone who read it to steal a bike.

Subject: Re: Rear wheel adjuster bolts on a BMW 650 GS/twin. - by: Earwig

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 19:19:59 +0000

Gaffer64 wrote:

..... Does anyone know of anyone in the Leeds area that could handle this......

Could do worse than contact Allan Jeffries at Shipley, for the relevant bits if nothing else

www.bmwbikes.co.uk/

Main dealer, but they are good

Subject: Re: Help needed - by: Old Geezer

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:34:41 +0000

Dark Knight wrote:

As Bull says, a small annoying problem.

Something is loose, its going to be a challenge.

Not for me my son is back after w/e and he can give it a go. Begining to think it is somewhere in ignition circuit.

Subject: Re: Help needed - by: Old Geezer

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:31:45 +0000

bull wrote:

it seems to be only a small problem so it does, next time it happens try turning on and off the key a few times,

Tried that at the time Bull but it stayed dead.

Subject: Re: Help needed - by: Dark Knight

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:28:26 +0000

As Bull says, a small annoying problem.

Something is loose, its going to be a challenge.

Subject: Re: Help needed - by: bull

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:17:29 +0000

it seems to be only a small problem so it does, next time it happens try turning on and off the key a few times,

Subject: Re: Help needed - by: Old Geezer

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 18:05:00 +0000

Well had the side panels and seat off. Bike started first time on choke and soon settled down off choke. Tweeked all the wires I could get at easily with engine running. No problems just kept running. Checked battery voltage with engine off, 13.1v. Put seat and panels back on. Had little ride around garages, no problems running ok. Put it away. Met mate on way to home (2 mins max) and returned to show him the bike. Put key in and switched on ...... nothing! No ignition lights, no bike lights or indicators ...... sweet b all.

No time for further examination

Subject: Re: Fabricator or garage? - by: Beam me up

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:58:39 +0000

I'm currently making up some garden gates, susposedly for my own entertainment a little holiday DIY project. I've done quite a bit of this sort of thing for various uses including racks and pannier frames for bikes and it never ceases to amaze me how long it takes.

I can understand why people have been reluctant to give firm quotes.

Edit: Years ago we used Dexion - good stuff but looks rough.

Subject: Re: Recommend a Chain Breaker / Chain Tool - by: HorseyBiker

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 17:41:45 +0000

I picked up a DID breaker and riveter on eBay, I think it was around the £80 mark posted. The storage box was broken so I got it at a good price. Used it to do two chains now, still looks as new. Its not cheap but for a pro workshop grade tool I didn't mind spending a little more. Its not bulky but it is quite heavy, and you need two huge ring spanners if you want use it on the trail.. Having said that I doubt I'll ever change a chain and sprocket set away from my garage!

Subject: Re: Recommend a Chain Breaker / Chain Tool - by: scouse

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:24:12 +0000

Motion Pro PBR heavy duty and works a treat. I got mine from Adventure Spec.

Costs a bit but even after breaking three chains amd rivetting the new ones still looks brand new.

All rivet heads are replacable as well which you never get with the cheaper ones.

Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk 4 Beta

Subject: Re: Recommend a Chain Breaker / Chain Tool - by: UKbri

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:14:50 +0000

I use this bad boy www.dirtbikebitz.com/drc-deluxe-chain-br...ing-tool-p-8850.html
Its the lightest most compact one I could find that breaks and rivets chains.
I carry it with me on my RTW travels and have used it a couple of times. Seems to work well.

Subject: Recommend a Chain Breaker / Chain Tool - by: Dave DRZ

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 16:07:43 +0000

As the thread suggests, I'm looking for a chain tool and wonder what forum members might suggest?

A search on the threads shows mention of a Terra X Chain breaker which looks great terra-x.com.au/chainbreaker/

Oxford make a similar priced but different design www.ghostbikes.com/products/accessories-...-and-rivet-tool.html

My local MX bike shop sells a sub £20 tool that looks like the Oxford tool above manchesterxtreme.com/index.php?/vmchk/TO...AIN-BREAKER-PRO.html

I'm looking for one to keep in the garage mainly, although I may also want to take it on my travels if I ever get round to my overland adventure...

Any thoughts or other recommendations?

Dave

Subject: Re: Advice on tyres - by: picos mestizo

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 15:22:50 +0000

Try these:-

www.oponeo.co.uk/moto-tyre/maxxis-m6006-dual-sport-

For a lightweight machine The best ON & OFF's I've ever used & I've tried plenty.

What do you want, Wear or Grip

You can't have both.

These grip well in all terrain.(Not as great as a real knobbly in serious mud but acceptable if you'r easy on the Throttle & brakes)

They wear well for the grip & price. ( 84 quid & you're fully shod )

Subject: Re: Rear wheel adjuster bolts on a BMW 650 GS/twin. - by: bull

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:46:38 +0000

also lad, now i dont know anything about that shop that you brought you bike too, but if they cant fix a small problem like that, well then i would not be bringing the bike back there again, and i am not kidding about that so i am not.

take your bike to any small town motorcycle mechanic worth his salt, and he will fix that for you in an hour.

Subject: Re: Rear wheel adjuster bolts on a BMW 650 GS/twin. - by: andymac

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:17:46 +0000

this is the main reason that I do my own servicing/repairs on my bikes!!!!

dealers don't usualy lubricate "copperslip" anything when it is stripped down

this is crap to happen on a newish bike !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Subject: Re: Fabricator or garage? - by: andymac

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 13:04:54 +0000

its not difficult, just find a handyman with a welder, then have the item powder coated localy

Subject: Re: Advice on tyres - by: Starbuck

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 12:11:01 +0000

Thanks for your suggestions, I have got a few to be working with now and doing a bit of research on.
For the time being I will be using the XT mostly for road use with a little bit of off-road, and I want a tyre that will last.

Subject: Re: Fabricator or garage? - by: Elle

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 11:39:11 +0000

Is it the 225 or the 250 model?
A woman on the Serow forum ordered some straight from Japan for her 250.
However nothing like this exists for the 225 straight off the shelf (I've looked into it in depth for my own Serow). Basically, almost everyone on the Serow forum get frames made & there are photo's of what has been done on the forum.
xt225.com/forums/ubbthreads.php

There is also a Serow thread on the ADV forum too with lots of modification photo's (predominently by US owners).

I spoke to Gabe (of Zen) at the HU event. He's more than willing to make frames up but needs the bike to measure up. He's quite a distance from me though

I visited a guy in north Wales who makes panniers & frames for GS's but for you, he's even further than Gabe from Surrey. Just haven't had the time to take my bike there.
www.projectvnd.com/

You could also try David Lambeth who seems to specialise in all XT's & has some very interesting modifications on his web site (altho not cheap):
www.davidlambeth.co.uk/l-wam/

Good Luck & let us know how you get on!

Subject: Re: Scotoiler question? - by: Redmurty

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:59:16 +0000

you can buy it by the metre off scott oiler I always carry a foot of the stuff with me cheers Spud

Subject: Re: Rear wheel adjuster bolts on a BMW 650 GS/twin. - by: bull

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 10:54:04 +0000

if heat did not do it, it might take a little time .

anyway, try doing this it works on stuck bolts sometimes, spray wd40 on it and let sit for while, let it soak in, do this a few times, now put your wrench on the bolt and try to twist it back and foward, it wont move at first. but all you need is to get one bit of a turn, any bit at all will do,

now, dont hang off the bolt because you might only snap it off, keep putting the penetrating oil on it and letting it soak in, you must let the oil soak in, the oil needs to get down to the treads you see, keep trying to twist the bolt back and forward and it should come in the end.

this might take a bit of time, maybe a day or two, so dont rush it

also, if you do get a small bit of a turn in the bolt, dont try to use force to open it the rest of the way, keep putting the oil on it and twisting it back and forward and it will come a little bit each time until it frees up,

if you cant get any twist on the bolt at all , try putting you wrench on the bolt and give the wrench a few taps of a hammer to open it, this will shock the bolt you see, and it might twist a bit then, but be carefull as you dont want do snap off the bolt,

Subject: Re: Rear wheel adjuster bolts on a BMW 650 GS/twin. - by: redbikejohn

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 09:18:14 +0000

I'm down south so can't help but I had the same problem on my tenere as the drainhole on the swingarm was blocked with crud. Water collected inside (sides are open) and rusted adjuster. Snapped off in the end dispute using heat and spray . Had to take a day off work to sort it as bolt was hardened and swingarm got in the way of drill chuck .....

Subject: Re: Rear wheel adjuster bolts on a BMW 650 GS/twin. - by: mikeyboy

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 08:39:15 +0000

if you remove the wheel spindle you will be able to grip the assembly in a vice to work on.if you dont have the tools or dont fancy having a go yourself i can do it for you ,my workshop is two miles from the A1 near grantham.mike

Subject: Re: Fabricator or garage? - by: Fantastic Mrs Fox

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 08:07:11 +0000

[quote="Andy5520" post=239406]Andy5520 wrote:

Thanks, I could give them a try at least to get an idea of price, although they would probably need to see the bike & panniers 1st.

Yeah go for it Gabe is a top bloke, reasonably priced and if can't help will be able to give you some advice

Willandkate wrote:

Zen Overland make bits but are in Dorset I think(?) which is a bit of a pain. It just so happens that Gabriel there has a NX400 so may be able to make it to fit his and then just post it to you. Worth a chat?

Zen is based in Wells - Somerset. Oh yeah I forgot he does have an NX400 so may not need even need to go see him

Subject: Re: Fabricator or garage? - by: Andy5520

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 08:05:02 +0000

Thanks all.

I'll follow leads, take photos etc. & see what happens (if I find anyone I'll see what they say about doing 3 bikes as well).

Subject: Re: Fabricator or garage? - by: davsato

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:56:54 +0000

How do they attach? A few pics would be handy then we could give you some ideas, eg a givi universal fitting kit, something like that

Subject: Re: Fabricator or garage? - by: Willandkate

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:54:19 +0000

Getting frames off the shelf for a NX4 in the UK may be tricky. I'm about to go down the same road for my bike. Zen Overland make bits but are in Dorset I think(?) which is a bit of a pain. It just so happens that Gabriel there has a NX400 so may be able to make it to fit his and then just post it to you. Worth a chat?

I've been quoted between £20-40 per hour and no one will say how long.... All I do know is that when I got racks made in Oz it took way longer than you'd think. Search around for existing ones first if you can.

The £20 man is a bit vague and hard to get hold of (in Swanley), the £40 company seem fine but are double the price (surprised?) www.crcmotorcycles.co.uk/
Maybe we could hit them up together? I need 2 bikes done plus yours - we may get a good price?

Best of luck

Subject: Re: Fabricator or garage? - by: Andy5520

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:51:32 +0000

Andy5520 wrote:

Give Gabe at Zen Overland a ring - he did lots of fantastic fabrication work on our bikes to prep them for our trip. He is based in the South West in Wells tho so may not want to go out that far.

Thanks, I could give them a try at least to get an idea of price, although they would probably need to see the bike & panniers 1st.

Subject: Re: Fabricator or garage? - by: Andy5520

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:49:29 +0000

"It's usual to buy new frames specific to the Make/model of bike which might be the cheaper option."

Thanks, but unfortunately that doesn't seem to be an option. It's a S American bike (via Portugal)and the panniers are home made aluminium (not made by me!) so will need brackets making.

Subject: Re: Fabricator or garage? - by: Fantastic Mrs Fox

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:48:10 +0000

Give Gabe at Zen Overland a ring - he did lots of fantastic fabrication work on our bikes to prep them for our trip. He is based in the South West in Wells tho so may not want to go out that far.

www.zenoverland.com/

Subject: Re: Fabricator or garage? - by: picos mestizo

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:08:53 +0000

It's usual to buy new frames specific to the Make/model of bike which might be the cheaper option.

Subject: Re: Scotoiler question? - by: 900Fantrider

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 07:07:52 +0000

On Ebay, 2 for £3.50 www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Scottoiler-V-System-M...;hash=item27cf83ad2a

cheers Marc

Subject: Fabricator or garage? - by: Andy5520

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 06:54:22 +0000

I'd like to transfer the panniers from my Serow to my NX4. This will mean I have to have new brackets made - the ones that fit to where the pillion hand grips are and ones that fit to the pillion footrest.

Would you reckon a steel fabricator or a bike garage would be best? Those I've asked were pretty vague about how long it would take & hence price.

Any recommendations for either in Surrey/SE?

Subject: Re: Scotoiler question? - by: Redmurty

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 06:50:10 +0000

Give the company a call they are great to deal with. cheers Spud

Subject: Re: Rear wheel adjuster bolts on a BMW 650 GS/twin. - by: Paul-S

Wed, 19 Jun 2013 04:37:02 +0000

Get a new bolt and some nuts. Get a bolt cutter and cut the old bolt and then replace.

Can't help with anyone in Leeds

Subject: Rear wheel adjuster bolts on a BMW 650 GS/twin. - by: Gaffer64

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 21:01:22 +0000

Hi All,

I visited Jono over at Adventure Bike Warehouse and Jono changed my front sprocket, but when It cam to adjust the rear wheel the bolt on the right hand side of the swing arm was seized. Jono use penetrating fluid and heat, but no joy. I now need someone to sort this out. Does anyone know of anyone in the Leeds area that could handle this.

Cheers

Mike G

Subject: Re: Scotoiler question? - by: Kenbo

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 19:10:00 +0000

Cheers guys some good ideas there. Like the ball point pen one. Would be good in an emegency I never thought of that.

They are trying to make a living out of this buisness so dont mind parting with a quid or two for the right part.

Subject: Re: Scotoiler question? - by: Francis Begbie

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 18:23:10 +0000

From what I've read I wouldn't be suprised if they would probably send you one for nothing if you ring them up and ask.

Subject: Re: Michelin Anakee 3 Tyres - by: GlosterBoy

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 17:10:19 +0000

Just had a pair fitted and we're off to the Stella in a couple of weeks so we'll see how they go. Nice to hear the feedback from Redmurty and I'll let you know my opinion when we get back.

Subject: Re: Michelin Anakee 3 Tyres - by: MarkN

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:47:42 +0000

The Anakee 3's are no more. After 3252 miles, I've given up, taken them off and replaced them for the Anakee 2s.

As mentioned elsewhere I am returning the 3s to Michelin under their technical inspection policy and I'll keep you informed.
This is the state of the rear once removed.

Subject: Re: Scotoiler question? - by: moto al

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:45:58 +0000

hi pm sent cheers .al

Subject: Re: Advice on tyres - by: -Ralph-

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:39:37 +0000

I can't fault the ride and grip of my Conti TKC80 on any surface, but they don't half wear quickly. I stick with them because my XT only does a couple of thousand miles a year. (in fact it's hardly turned a wheel in the last 18 months, but that's another story).

Subject: Re: Scotoiler question? - by: davsato

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:24:44 +0000

yeah what minky said

Subject: Re: Scotoiler question? - by: Tramp

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:54:05 +0000

Kenbo..

I know its not black in colour but the inside of any Biro ..the bit that carrys the ink will do the job..can be cut at a angle too..

Dont ask how I found this out lol..

Subject: Re: Scotoiler question? - by: minkyhead

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:43:56 +0000

if its the sigle type oiler ..the delivery pipe is the same as the vacume pipe

cut a peice use a match to make a slight mushroom shape on the end ...warm up the thick peice and work it in ..thats pretty much it ..if you lucky you can get a bit of slack out of the vacume pipe and pinch a bit off that befor sticking back in the resivuoir

Subject: Re: Scotoiler question? - by: macvisual

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 15:31:51 +0000

Yea give them a call, very helpful over the phone, decent chaps ok....!!

Subject: Re: Advice on tyres - by: Richard Simpson

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 13:34:59 +0000

All road riding: Conti Trail Attacks or similar

Little bit of trail riding on gravel roads: Avon Gripster

Bit more trail riding with grass and light mud in summer season: Mefo Explorer or Heidenau Scout (google Zen overland to buy)

Full on year round trail riding with mud and only a bit of road: Pirelli MT21 or similar

Trail riding on rocky terrain: Trials tyres (but not a 'super-sticky')

Subject: Advice on tyres - by: Starbuck

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 12:07:21 +0000

I am looking at buying some new tyres for my XT350, but was wondering what everyone recommends.

Subject: Re: Scotoiler question? - by: moto al

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 07:35:47 +0000

hi they dont have a shop ,but you can turn up.there tel no 0141 955 1100 . cheers al.ps if you are in the area pop in for a cuppa .i live about ten mins from scotoiler,

Subject: Re: Pegaso ride height - by: Eluus

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 21:48:08 +0000

Sorry to bump an old thread but...

A good friend has a pegaso 650 ie (01-04) and we really need to increase the ride height of his bike. I believe his bike has the same rear shock mount with the previous model.

coasty and Stewie could you please share how did you guys increase the tail height? I would really appreciate any help

Subject: Re: Scotoiler question? - by: Kenbo

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:49:35 +0000

moto al wrote:

Hi mate ,pop in a great company to deal with. Just mention abr.cheers al

Just found the address on the web site so might nip in on Sat. I asume they have a shop open to the public?

Subject: Re: Scotoiler question? - by: Kenbo

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:45:23 +0000

bull wrote:

dont know alot about them things, dont use them you see, but will not a bit of any pipe fit in there, fuel pipe or injector pipe or something like that.

The oil comes out a pipe like fuel line but it is flexible so flaps about in the wind. The pipe I need looks like it has a bore of about 1mm and is quite rigid. Web site say they are scraficial so no problem to replace

£2.50 against a new chain........ im happy with that

Quote

Injector Tubes (2 pieces)
Replacement Injector Tubes (sold in pairs) are available to replace old, worn or broken injector tubes.
Description
The injectors are designed to be failsafe and sacrificial in case they snag either the chain or sprocket. It is possible to replace them if lost or worn to bring your dispenser set up back to full working order.

Subject: Re: Scotoiler question? - by: moto al

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:42:44 +0000

Hi mate ,pop in a great company to deal with. Just mention abr.cheers al

Subject: Re: Scotoiler question? - by: Kenbo

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:39:05 +0000

Spot on. Thanks James. Page now bookmarked

Subject: Re: Scotoiler question? - by: bull

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:38:31 +0000

dont know alot about them things, dont use them you see, but will not a bit of any pipe fit in there, fuel pipe or injector pipe or something like that.

Subject: Re: Scotoiler question? - by: James691

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 19:10:39 +0000

Should be on here Kenbo

Scottoiler spares page

If not, then you could give them a shout.

This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it

General Enquiries & Technical Support: (Please note this number re-directs to our UK Head Office.) 1-866-995-9340.

Hope you get it sorted

Subject: Scotoiler question? - by: Kenbo

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 18:39:29 +0000

Replaced my chain last week but only just noticed I did not tighten it up correctly
Result is the chain has whiped up and snatched the small black pipe the oil drips out of. I swiched the oiler as low as possible but after a couple of hundred miles it is making a mess of the back wheel.

Anyone know if "Scotoiler" sell these replacement parts? Must only be pennys. I think I remember something about then being baised in Milngavie. If so I could nip in and see them. im not far from there.

Cheers

Subject: Re: Free video hosting - anyone know a good one? - by: The Spanish Biker

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:47:48 +0000

Hi everyone,

Thanks for this. I've been with Youtube for ages but didn't know about the verification thing - what a dunce!

So, here's the preview for you all!

Elle, hope the memories overcome the attention span!

Rhys, many of the rails you did last year with tramp were still snowed in this time! And you'll have a fresh perspective on some of the others!

Enjoy!

Regs

Simon

Subject: Re: Free video hosting - anyone know a good one? - by: Elle

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 12:31:44 +0000

APD_660Ten wrote:

Not sure on other upload sites but if you want to split it, copy the file 2 times:
- leave 1 as original
- 2 open and delete the last half
- 3 open and delete the first half.

Agreed.
I use Google Picasso to cut up video's but never tried editing a video that big with it.
Not sure I could watch a full length video on YouTube - my attention span is limited

Subject: Re: Free video hosting - anyone know a good one? - by: redbikejohn

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 08:03:16 +0000

Vimeo is fine I used that in the early days before I got to grips with YouTube. I load long videos on there no problem now. Register and sign in with Google

Subject: Re: Free video hosting - anyone know a good one? - by: APD_660Ten

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 08:02:38 +0000

Not sure on other upload sites but if you want to split it, copy the file 2 times:
- leave 1 as original
- 2 open and delete the last half
- 3 open and delete the first half.

Subject: Re: Free video hosting - anyone know a good one? - by: Freeloadeur

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 07:34:12 +0000

But failing that Vimeo is very good.

Subject: Re: Free video hosting - anyone know a good one? - by: Rhys

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 05:56:55 +0000

All you have to do is verify your youtube account to upload longer videos.

Subject: Free video hosting - anyone know a good one? - by: The Spanish Biker

Mon, 17 Jun 2013 05:52:37 +0000

Hi,

I've just done an elaborate 13 minute video of the HISS last month only to find that youtube only accepts vids of ten minutes or less (so, how do other folks manage to load whole films!).

I spent a lot of time on this and although it would split into two parts quite well as a video the editing side of this on iMovie will be a real pain as I thin I would have to delete part 2 and start over as a new project!

Does anyone know about other options - the file is 311 MBs.

Thanks

Simon

Subject: GoPro footage - by: APD_660Ten

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 18:06:20 +0000

+1 for that suggestion and you'll also get more life out of you gopro battery. Enjoy your new toy

Subject: Re: GoPro footage - by: redbikejohn

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 16:40:39 +0000

Grabbed from film

Subject: Re: F800GS Adventure Height Restrictions - by: VR_Rider

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 16:12:04 +0000

Your probably right about not trying it, your want one if you do.

I'm on the balls of my feet on my 650 twin but was fine with the 800GSA. Most weird!

Subject: Re: F800GS Adventure Height Restrictions - by: Martinl69

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 16:04:57 +0000

VR_Rider wrote:

I think there is a low seat option for the 800 adventure. I really like the new adventure, was looking at it today!

It looks like the F800GS Adventure will go down to a height of 860mm with the lowered seat while the standard F800GS is 820mm with the lowered seat option. I'd like to try the Adventure model with the lowered seat to see how it feels, it a great looking bike. Sitting on the standard Adventure this morning it felt way to big for someone vertically challenged like me.

Maybe it's best I don't try it, I'll only want one!

Subject: Re: GoPro footage - by: redbikejohn

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 16:04:29 +0000

Cool. Unless you are going to burn blue rays its still worth filming in 720. I film in 1080 as I do have the option to copy to BR but not bothered so far. It does mean you can grab some pretty dam good stills from the footage though if you film in 1080P I've grabbed a few cool shots of my mate in the air on the mx track.

Subject: Re: Thinking of buying a wasp enduro sidecar any advice.cheers - by: stanbloke

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 15:47:00 +0000

Great idea Al. have fun with it fella.

Subject: Re: GoPro footage - by: stanbloke

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 15:44:22 +0000

Thanks fellas.

My laptop was an antique really (6years old) and I don't think it was up to the job in the first place.

I have got a new one today with 8gb + 1tb and full video suite thingamabob too.

about time too.

The footage from the Pyrennes trip is awesome and I can now start putting it together.......properly.

Subject: Re: Thinking of buying a wasp enduro sidecar any advice.cheers - by: moto al

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 14:30:21 +0000

this my plan,the first one

Subject: Re: F800GS Adventure Height Restrictions - by: VR_Rider

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 14:25:38 +0000

I think there is a low seat option for the 800 adventure. I really like the new adventure, was looking at it today!

Subject: Re: Thinking of buying a wasp enduro sidecar any advice.cheers - by: moto al

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 14:21:50 +0000

AndyB wrote:

I've never had a sidecar built by Wasp but I used their mounting kit, leading link forks and wheels when I built my K100 outfit and everything was really well made and fitted perfectly.

It helped that Robbie would always talk on the phone and offer free advise to anyone who ask. What didn't help is he used to only deal in cash or cheques but after I'd had a few parts from him he used to send things straight away rather than wait for a cheque to arrive then clear through the bank.

hi bud yes its good kit i had a set of there forks a few years ago they were first class,cheers al

Subject: Re: Help needed - by: Old Geezer

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 12:20:16 +0000

davsato wrote:

give the ignition switch, sidestand switch, clutch switch, neutral switch a good blast with WD40 or better, ACF50. yamaha really went to town on the annoying safety interlocks on XTs, shame they didnt think a front brake was a good safety feature!

Will try this and know what you mean about brake. A lot less effective than on my main bike.

Subject: Re: Help needed - by: Old Geezer

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 12:14:57 +0000

Doesn't like computers either ) and doesn't use or understand them. Certainly doesn't understand internet history

Worst is I get a divorce after 45 yrs. At least then I have control of half my cash Oh she can't check banking either cause not joint and is on internet. Got most bases covered ....... But you never know :/

Other advantage of age is your hearing isn't so good so can't hear the nagging

Subject: Re: GoPro footage - by: APD_660Ten

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 12:11:31 +0000

Also worth checking your laptop manufacturers web site for updated drivers first. Run windows update also.

Also, what player are you using. Give something like VLC a go.

Other things. Laptops often share their video memory with the main memory. If you have a lot of apps running in the task bar, try closing them. You can also sometimes increase the amount of video memory in the bios.

As redbikejohn says, try some smaller files. Worth trying 720 and also 1080 shorter video files.

Subject: Re: GoPro footage - by: redbikejohn

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 11:57:02 +0000

Are you are recording in 1080p? Try filming something in 720 and see if it will run before going to the expence of a new laptop.

Subject: F800GS Adventure Height Restrictions - by: Martinl69

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 11:23:11 +0000

Took my bike in for a service this morning (now £150 lighter) and they were launching the new F800GS Adventure. The bike looks fantastic with the expected extras like panniers and sat nav, while I had some time to kill I'd thought I'd try it for size, while not being blessed with the longest of legs I ride I standard F650GS Twin and get both feet flat on the floor. But sitting on the new F800 Adv didn't fill me with the confidence to keep it upright while stationary, my feet were very much on their tip toes. The bike feels light which was good but very tall and for me wouldn't feel right, after chatting to the sales guy it seems there's no way of lowering it. There was a standard F800GS with a lowered seat which felt fine but as the Adventure range, it looks like they weren't built with a short arse like me in mind.

Subject: Re: Help needed - by: AndyB

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 11:11:42 +0000

You need to hope that your wife doesn't suddenly decide to check the internet history on your computer then start to wonder what adventurebikerider.com is

I'd confess if I were you because it's much easier to seek forgiveness than permission.

Subject: Re: Thinking of buying a wasp enduro sidecar any advice.cheers - by: AndyB

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 11:08:43 +0000

Subject: Re: Help needed - by: davsato

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 11:02:24 +0000

same thing happened to mine, just a loose connector.
go over the whole bike with some needlenose pliers and give every female connector you can find a small pinch to tighten them up, and put a small dab of coppaslip on for good measure.

while youre at it check the earth too, some people renovate their frames/engines and paint over the earth points

put the CDI box (under the seat at the back where muck from the wheel can get to it) in a poly bag and seal it up well

give the ignition switch, sidestand switch, clutch switch, neutral switch a good blast with WD40 or better, ACF50. yamaha really went to town on the annoying safety interlocks on XTs, shame they didnt think a front brake was a good safety feature!

Subject: Re: Thinking of buying a wasp enduro sidecar any advice.cheers - by: motorbike

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 10:52:31 +0000

God thinking batman...then you could carry my unconcious body back from the pub....i like it!

Subject: Re: Thinking of buying a wasp enduro sidecar any advice.cheers - by: Redmurty

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 10:32:56 +0000

you would be able to lift that chair easily around corners looks like a lot of fun enjoy cheers Spud

Subject: Yamaha XT600E owners useful parts list/diagrams - by: Mr Toad

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 10:13:37 +0000

I found this recently, some good clear diagrams and also Yamaha part numbers which maybe of use.

www.tenere.hu/letoltheto/Yamaha_XT600E_P...atalogue_English.pdf

Subject: Re: Help needed - by: Old Geezer

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 10:07:02 +0000

Lost chance to have a look so waiting for next occasion wife out

Meanwhile been in touch with previous owner and he reminded me he'd disconnected an immobiliser he had fitted earlier and to check that re-soldered connection. Also he had had tank off to replace coil so it could also be in the rubber cone sleeve. I'll report when (if) I find it

Subject: Re: Thinking of buying a wasp enduro sidecar any advice.cheers - by: allanmac

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:53:14 +0000

Hi Al

That would be pretty cool

Cheers Allan

Subject: Re: Thinking of buying a wasp enduro sidecar any advice.cheers - by: moto al

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:40:23 +0000

Subject: Re: Thinking of buying a wasp enduro sidecar any advice.cheers - by: moto al

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:33:38 +0000

O ment to. Say for road use and touring

Subject: Thinking of buying a wasp enduro sidecar any advice.cheers - by: moto al

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 09:27:56 +0000

Hi lads iv been in touch with wasp enduro sidecars.im thinking of puting a sidecar,leading link forks to my transalp,any thoughts,

Subject: Re: Help needed - by: Mr Toad

Sat, 15 Jun 2013 08:57:02 +0000

Just wondering if you found the problem.