Motorcycles - August 2007

I have a 2007 1200R sportster. I have about two thousand miles on it and already I have had two oil leaks, a bad nuetral indicator switch, and now it is in the shop having the fuel pump rebuilt. Without hearing from the usual Harley bashers, I was wondering if anyone else has had this many problems with a new bike. Thanks

2007-08-03 14:40:27 · 12 answers · asked by Molliemae 4

I polished out my most of my frame and swingarm and its starting to look pretty good. There are a few spots were it almost looks tarnished, whats the best polish to take it off and really make it shine.

Also to finshing my frame i have to get ride of the textured part. If you have a 00 R6 you know what im talking about. Whats the easiest way to get this smooth so i can start to polish it.

2007-08-03 14:40:14 · 4 answers · asked by brian 3

I am about 5'7" and i was wondering if a 1986 KDX 200 would be to tall. also how fast will thely go and how much power do they have?

2007-08-03 13:45:53 · 1 answers · asked by nathan r 1

I"m looking for a good product to get rid of and/or stablize the rust on the inside of my gas tank. It's just minor surface rust.

2007-08-03 13:36:21 · 10 answers · asked by Motorpsycho 4

I have a 2002 XR80R Honda and when I hit the gas real hard it starts to stall. It does it when its just idleing and it does it sometimes when I'm riding. I can't figure out what is causing this. Does anyone know?

Thanks

2007-08-03 13:19:24 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-03 12:51:13 · 6 answers · asked by Lucille D 1

I need to change the oil in my ATV. I cannot locate the owner's manual. Does anyone know if it has an oil filter? If so where is it located? How much oil do they hold? Do I need to remove the crankcase and remove the sludge too?

2007-08-03 12:33:59 · 6 answers · asked by jen 2

Its driveable with tags and sticker already on it.

2007-08-03 10:32:02 · 7 answers · asked by Rip 5

I dont know how to drive a manual car so will it be hard for me to learn how to drive a motorcycle that isnt an automatic?

2007-08-03 10:29:01 · 13 answers · asked by steelercity36 2

1971 Kawasaki F7 175, clutch cable, cover wont go on

2007-08-03 09:29:20 · 4 answers · asked by Eroc 1

what gas station.
what should it say

2007-08-03 09:29:14 · 8 answers · asked by adrian i 1

2007-08-03 09:28:06 · 4 answers · asked by ojealston 1

I need to transport my bike from Chicago down to school in Champaign, IL. They are about 250miles apart. A u-haul costs about $250+gas, I can't afford it. I my car can't tow anything. I can rent a cargo van but I will have to return it at the same location. SO. I think I am just going to ride my Honda CBR 600F3 back.
I have never taken such a long ride before.
The ride is mostly highway in the country side.
Can anybody give me some tips on riding a crotchrocke such a long distance.
I know I will be taking my time and getting breaks as often as I need in the trip.
But anything I should be watching out for?
Anything I should prepare on my bike?
ANYTHING?!
Thanks

2007-08-03 09:12:41 · 12 answers · asked by 7updude 1

My honda foreman smokes when you rev it up high and uses oil... it use to not do this till i told someone to blow the airbox out. it has no loss of compresson or power. im thinking of overhauling the engine myself what could be the main thing wrong making it smoke?

2007-08-03 09:10:55 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

Carbs are leaking from the bleeders on the bottoms of the float bowl, they are all screwed shut but the fuel just flows out!!

2007-08-03 09:08:19 · 6 answers · asked by open minded 1

It's me again, with another motorcycle question. Can anyone recommend a really good make of leather motorcycle jacket that would suit a modern Bonneville? I've seen all sorts of gear on the net at all sorts of prices, but it's difficult to determine what's good and what aint.

2007-08-03 08:25:20 · 21 answers · asked by Trixie Bordello 5

2007-08-03 08:05:16 · 10 answers · asked by cece213 1

2007-08-03 07:07:07 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

2007-08-03 05:39:19 · 5 answers · asked by matt culling 4

The Chip has some very excellant concerts lined up
Toby keith monday

2007-08-03 04:57:38 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

I just got an 07 1200 custom sportster. All my other bikes had tachs, and im not sure exactly when to shift this one. I have put about 230 miles on it and still breaking it in. How do i know if Im red-lining it or switching too early?

2007-08-03 04:37:28 · 21 answers · asked by Anonymous

i want to put it on a quad frame

2007-08-03 04:12:49 · 5 answers · asked by notheman33 1

please help me

2007-08-03 04:11:09 · 50 answers · asked by beenthereyes 1

THE PLACEMENT OF THE DIRTBAG!!!!!

2007-08-03 01:37:48 · 16 answers · asked by Knuckles™ 7

Just wondered if anyone else has encountered the spline wearing out thus being unable to change gear or have great difficulty trying to.The allen screw tightens right up but the gear lever still rotates on the splines.Anyone got any suggestions for a Mod rather than buy another linkage? I've tried taking the screw out and putting a nylock nut and bolt through for extra tightness but still no joy.Maybe I could clamp the splined gear lever a little bit in a vice?

2007-08-02 23:22:00 · 9 answers · asked by Hombreguapo9 2

2007-08-02 21:52:44 · 15 answers · asked by MIKE Z 1

My yamaha r6 runs a bit better after I sprayed the carbs on it but still runs crappy. I know i need to take the carbs apart but dont know how too really but i've been using seafoam and it works better now. The bike is getting better but anyone recommend something else other than seafoam(B-12 maybe?). My friend says the carb cleaner works best when u take it on the highway and open the throttle...anyone try that? Any advice on fixing it would be great, i dont have 200 t0 spend at the bike shop.

2007-08-02 18:38:37 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

i want to replace my timing chain on my 1978 Kawasaki KZ750
any idea on where it might be located or is thier a website i can go where they have all that stuff?

2007-08-02 17:31:17 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

I wrecked in gravel today and did some minor damage to my bike and bruised my ribs. This happened as I braked to reenter the pavement. I need some tips on how to ride on gravel.

2007-08-02 15:57:20 · 18 answers · asked by MusicMan 4

2007-08-02 13:33:05 · 10 answers · asked by Brandon B 1