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I have the original side covers that are in decent shape, but the tabs are broken off. Just haven't fixed them yet. Thanks for the tire recommendation.
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I have the original side covers that are in decent shape, but the tabs are broken off. Just haven't fixed them yet. Thanks for the tire recommendation.
For stock tires I would also go with the Avon road riders, yes the have been cracks but for priority on performance with durability these are great.
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Honestly ill probably go with whatever i can get a decent deal on for a pair. Bigger name, bridgestone or dunlop most likely.
Again for performance it is common knowledge around here that the sport Desmond and road riders are the best, the rr's just last a lot longer. To the extent that after 1700 miles my back SD was square and was like steer wrestling to get into a turn. The RR last much longer.
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81GS750
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+1 for John! He got me out of a bind with a spare wiring harness he had for a 1100ES!
By the way, your bike looks great and gives me inspiration to keep moving forward with my 1100ES.
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ptexotik
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'scuse the photo quality ... here's ES tabs replaced, based on thread by Posplayr including instructions (http://www.thegsresources.com/_forum/showthread.php?t=160547&highlight=tab+repair)
... I had to include a step-up in the actual tab due to non-original seat tolerance. Gives you a visual at least (std 2-part epoxy from auto-store & 16th " AL, donated from local metal shop ...
these tabs are going nowhere!! so best to nail the correct position first time!)
great work you've done so far! When you get the meter ... check coils as previously suggested ... a coil relay mod could be a pleasant surprise!
ps ... big fan of the S-Trap can here!
pps ... I went for those Renthals too AND the Avon Roadriders def get my vote.
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Thanks for the pics ptexotik.
I got a set of shinko 712's for a good price. Got the midpipe mostly fabbed up. Needs grinding and paint yet.
I got a set of shinko 712's for a good price. Got the midpipe mostly fabbed up. Needs grinding and paint yet.
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Samsonite
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47.5 pilots in and needles shimmed with 1 washer. Plug chop reads lean (yellowish color) but it feels like its close. Thinking i have an air leak. May have to replace the orings for the fuel screws. It tends to idle up when hot. Otherwise it pulls pretty good.
This bike is a blast.
This bike is a blast.
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Samsonite
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Tuned a bit more and she's running awesome, a bit of popping on decel but its damn close. Whats the typical temp these should run at? Is the factory gauge accurate?
Pulls very strong and has an exhaust note that'll bring tears to your eyes. Handles beautifully even on that 20 year old rubber. Next stuff is shocks, top end oiler, and eventually break into the engine.
Pulls very strong and has an exhaust note that'll bring tears to your eyes. Handles beautifully even on that 20 year old rubber. Next stuff is shocks, top end oiler, and eventually break into the engine.
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Wester Cooley
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Nice looking plug!!! Pretty damn close on the jetting.
Was that reading from a plug chop on pump gas??
Glad to see someone knows how to do some jetting!!!!
Nice to see a plug that is not stone black rich.
Was that reading from a plug chop on pump gas??
Glad to see someone knows how to do some jetting!!!!
Nice to see a plug that is not stone black rich.
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ptexotik
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Planning to support the exhaust can? rear turn signals?
lookin' good!
lookin' good!
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Samsonite
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Thanks, yeah that's 85-87 octane, about 6000 ft alt. I've found my bikes run like crap on 91 here. Can't get non ethanol anywhere anyway.
If you look close there is a strap around the can, hard to see in the pics sorry.
I'm not a big fan of turn signals...or a bulky license plate mount for that matter. I like to see the bike without the extra appendages
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Samsonite
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Whats this beast worth???
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Samsonite
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I cant sell her!
Took a ride out by Sedalia CO. Let the Girl have a turn at driving (Yes i pulled out my phone while riding b!tch). Also cut up an extra fender for a bit more sporty look
Took a ride out by Sedalia CO. Let the Girl have a turn at driving (Yes i pulled out my phone while riding b!tch
). Also cut up an extra fender for a bit more sporty look
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redstedman
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HA HA HA!. Now yer talking Sam. You keep that old relic. She is solid & smooth.
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Samsonite
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She's growing on me a lot lately. You know its bad when you have dreams about finding an old drag bike with loads of trick parts on it for cheap....then wake up and your sad because of it.......
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ptexotik
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I cant sell her!
At $3500 ...yes, we know! (this just sold for $2000 and it's a fine example. Just sayin ... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1982...2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&forcev4exp=true
Find the green/ blue wire from harness under seat (see photo) and connect to battery positive ... and your battery light will not remain glowing.
You let her ride without helmet too ?
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The right buyer comes along im sure it would sell around that price yes.
Thanks for the tip. I was wondering about that. All of my gauges die when the bike is in neutral, also.
I typically make her wear her helmet. It was a spur of the moment ride.
Thanks for the tip. I was wondering about that. All of my gauges die when the bike is in neutral, also.
I typically make her wear her helmet. It was a spur of the moment ride.
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ptexotik
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Well, it is what it is. Low traffic/low populated area, low speeds, no wind, clean open roads. I felt comfortable with it. As ridiculed as it may be, i personally enjoy the occasional ride without one.
Finishing up my midpipe now. Tough to do without proper equipment. Wire feed lincoln with feeding issues and cheap flux core wire, angle grinder, and my trucks tailgate to work with. Oh well.
