Motorcycles - November 2007

Anybody know where I can find a chrome oil filter? I was told I need to change the oil every 300 miles. I've got a 2001 fatboy with 600 miles on it, so I figure it's about time for an oil change. And chrome is sweet. How much will this cost me?

2007-11-20 11:28:17 · 8 answers · asked by Clutch 2

Im not to sure what the parts are called but i cant seem to get the gear to line up with the clutch ratchet i just dont understand i think it is too short let me know if you understand what im trying to say thanks....

2007-11-20 11:17:14 · 2 answers · asked by Rory T 1

Can anyone tell me when I should use highbeams on a motorcycle? Are the rules the same as in a car, or do you use highbeams all the time?

2007-11-20 09:32:07 · 11 answers · asked by Julep Dixen 1

Ive got a 2 stroke racing motorbike, but recently ive noticed some black goo dripping from my exhaust. Only a little bit mind you, but was wondering why. I understand the petrol oil mix is gonna make a lot of smoke, but blank gunk?

2007-11-20 07:00:57 · 10 answers · asked by alex p 3

what is a 4 cycle gas engine, what type of gas does it us???

2007-11-20 04:57:57 · 3 answers · asked by Henry T 1

What do you guys think of the new Kawasaki Versys?

http://www.kawasaki.com/Products/detail.aspx?id=246&content=photos

I'm thinking this'll be my next bike. It's ugly, but it's got all the right performance for me. What do you think?

2007-11-20 04:24:15 · 15 answers · asked by vamedic4 5

I am 5'2", and I'm planning to learn how to ride by the end of the year. I'm interested in touring and sport bikes but a lot of the bikes i'm looking at like Suzuki's GS500F seemed to be tailored
to taller riders. Can anyone suggest a bike within those categories as well as something that is for small riders? basically what i'm trying to ask is what's a good bike for small beginners?

2007-11-20 04:09:29 · 5 answers · asked by breakcannon 2

If so, could you describe the crash and what you could have done to prevent it?

2007-11-19 23:42:11 · 16 answers · asked by Gershon b 5

Back in August I was riding my SR-125 and when all of a sudden my engined died without warning. It was taken away to the bike shop and they identified the problem: one of the valves has become unseated and has lodged itself out of the engine! They recommended scrapping the engine and buying a second hand one, they estimate this will cost approx. £300 for the engine and installation, the bike is worth roughlt £500-£600. Would it be more economical to break the bike down and sell it as spares or do as the garage suggested and source a second hand engine and fit that?

2007-11-19 23:23:50 · 14 answers · asked by James N 1

What is the mixing ratio on a 2003 CR85R?

2007-11-19 14:26:05 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

Basically the same question, different bike.
'80 CB750K, mfg. 11/79.
Bone stock electrical - no extras.
What is the alternator output, and how much is left for accessories?
Different project, similar ideas.
Boy, I miss having a garage!

2007-11-19 14:09:05 · 1 answers · asked by Firecracker . 7

I want a bike so bad and I personally think that the CBR is nicer and that the specs are better, but my friend believes other wise so what do you guys think...CBR or Ninja 650?

2007-11-19 13:24:57 · 6 answers · asked by J..J.. 1

'06 FXD35, mfg. 12/05. TC88, stock lighting, no accessories.
I don't have all my numbers handy.
The service manual has a note: regulator amperage 32-38 @ 3600rpm.
The question: how much of this is available for me to use?
Or, is 15 amps too much?
The accessory terminal under the seat is fused at 15 amps.

2007-11-19 13:24:09 · 3 answers · asked by Firecracker . 7

After the engine gets hot, the RPM will increase without my changing throttle position. Also the RPM increase doesn't cause an increase of road speed.
I'm thinking it is either a clutch going bad or a problem with a bearing or shaft in the transmission. ( happens in 5th gear.) Which is more likely and are there any other things to look at? (It was down pretty hard at some time in its life before I bought it)

2007-11-19 10:34:20 · 4 answers · asked by New rider-- again 3

2007-11-19 08:10:14 · 3 answers · asked by paul w 1

I am saving like mad to buy my dream Harley Davis bike but have been told most of this makers bikes are now built out of theUSA and just assembled in the US. Any one know if this is true or not.By the way I am a Brit who loves American machines.

2007-11-19 07:30:03 · 22 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am greatly considering becoming a motorcycle mechanic, all geared towards eventually starting my own aftermarket performance shop one day. Not to get into your personal finances or anything, but how much does a beginning moto tech make in his first year?

2007-11-19 06:06:18 · 2 answers · asked by BEATMASTER P 3

I HAVE A 87 POLARIS CYCLONE BUT THERE IS POWER COMING OUT OF THE MAGNETO THAT GOES TO THE CDI BOX BUT NO POWER COMING OUT OF THE CDI I BOUGHT A CDI OFF EBAY THE GUY SWEARS IS GOOD BUT STILL HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM ANY IDEAS

2007-11-19 05:41:05 · 2 answers · asked by mlcopen69 1

My chain started making a noise about once per chain revolution so I took a closer look at it and as I turned it, I could see the teeth going between the rollers perfectly EXCEPT when I got to the master link. The tooth goes between the two rollers of the master link fine but when it tries to go into the next one after, it hits too much of the 2nd roller of the master link and pushed it down some before it snaps back up in to place.

Now, has anyone ever replaced JUST the master link for this reason? I was all set to get a new chain and sprockets, but I think a new master link might fix this?

2007-11-19 00:54:04 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

i have a suzuki 220
when i turn it on its perfect and idles great but, as soon as i hit the gas it dies.
any ideas?
we just replaced some parts on the carborator cause it wasnt working at all before.

2007-11-18 23:36:28 · 6 answers · asked by livesinabox2255 1

My 17 year old son bought himself a brand new Vespa px125 two months ago and some white van man knocked him off. Luckily my son is ok now. How is it fair that he paid £2,300 forit 2 months ago and the insurance have offered him £1,900. It was not his fault, why should he suffer? I feel for the guy, he cleaned it, maintained it on a daily basis and is a good clean nosed kid. He should be able to replace it with a new one, now he can't unless he pays out for the extra. It seems so unfair that it wasn't his fault yet he is losing out. Any advice, please post, it upsets me you know.

2007-11-18 22:48:08 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hey y'all

I've got a 2002 Suzuki Bandit 1200, and about 5 months ago I changed the chain and sprockets. The stock gearing was 15/45 with a 110 link, and I changed that to a 15/47 and broke the chain at 112 links.
After install, I adjusted the chain tension, and the tensioners were out a little more then 1/2 way. I thought with a brand new chain and brand new sprockets, the rear axle and tensioners should have been all the way in, but they weren't.
The original chain that came on the bike from the factory lasted 5 years, but the replacement lasted only 5 months.

My question is, how do you set the correct chain length when changing sprocket gearing from stock, and what's the worst that could happen with breaking the chain down to a lower length, say 108 links?

2007-11-18 15:38:14 · 5 answers · asked by Mark S 1

Heres the story: In the early 90s, Yamaha stopped putting pullstarters on the Yamaha Warrior, and just put a cover where the pullstarter used to be. What is the name of this part so I can find it on Ebay? thanks in advance

2007-11-18 15:11:14 · 2 answers · asked by .......... 2

I also can provide a down payment!

2007-11-18 15:04:12 · 10 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a 93 fzr 600 and the tach does not work right. I can rev it and the rev limiter will kick and the the tach moves to 2 thousand. I took it apart and hooked up a AA battery to it right under the face and it moved to 5 thousand and with 2 aa it red lined but on the bike its not right

2007-11-18 13:11:36 · 2 answers · asked by jason h 1

what is the maker of the fastest motorcycle ever built and when was it built?

2007-11-18 11:43:32 · 18 answers · asked by boy pogi 1

It would seem obvious that bright clothing would allow me to be seen better and therefore help avoid collisions. However, I've been told that people tend to drive towards objects that draw their attention, and it is therefore unwise to wear bright clothing. A freind who has been riding for over ten years told me that the bike's lights are enough to make people notice you without having them fixate on you and steer towards you. Is this true?

2007-11-18 11:36:26 · 14 answers · asked by BarePaw 1

This one is for riders only. Suppose I've entered a right curve at the speed limit, and I find I'm drifting wide. The pucker factor is increasing as there is a tour bus coming the other direction...

What specifically do I do to avoid becoming a splat on the front of the tour bus?

Answer from your own experience without providing reference as you won't have them on your bike.

2007-11-17 23:26:14 · 11 answers · asked by Gershon b 5

honda
yamaha
suzuki
kawasaki...


for sreet riding..

2007-11-17 16:42:36 · 19 answers · asked by Anonymous

i have a 81 virago that ran great i cleaned the carbs put everything back on correctly now it trys to start but no cigar!!
what could be the problem?????

2007-11-17 12:55:00 · 6 answers · asked by playyaz44 2