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Emmersonn · 01-09-2018 7:02am

Who needs a 190/50-17 rear or straight bars.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rDJZjdKai24
Nice recovery
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q7sK17v5g_w

zubair · 01-09-2018 10:53am

Cotters have a 35 back offer on selected Michelin sets for September and October. Seems to be credited as a fuel gift card. This would make them cheaper or the same price as many other good tyre options. It includes the PR5s so will be availing of this soon. Still a mm left in the front of my RS3s and loads left on the rear but starting to see signs of cupping on the front after 7k miles.

hairyslug · 01-09-2018 5:04pm

Just want to make sure before I buy, are SAE connectors universal, I have a deltran tender wired in but want to get an extension cable to bring it up to the handlebars.

Sonics2k · 04-09-2018 11:47am

Just booked my bike test. No dates given, but apparently they give 4 weeks notice.

€85 for it is bloody pricey too. Anyone happen to have the route for Ballincollig, Cork?

zubair · 04-09-2018 1:54pm

Season is coming to an end so hopefully there won't be much of a wait time. Get out and practice being sensible again now.

ayux4rj6zql2ph · 07-09-2018 6:21pm

Has anyone here ever dealt with GLS couriers?

I checked the track & trace details of my order for the crash bars and engine guard on line, it said they were in the vehicle for delivery at 07.40 this morning and I just checked now where it says they are in the warehouse despite seeing a few of the vehicles in my locality today, what the fcuk is going on with them :mad: Closed until Monday to make it worse.

Max Headroom · 07-09-2018 6:28pm

Addisyn Screeching Sickbed wrote: »

Has anyone here ever dealt with GLS couriers?

I checked the track & trace details of my order for the crash bars and engine guard on line, it said they were in the vehicle for delivery at 07.40 this morning and I just checked now where it says they are in the warehouse despite seeing a few of the vehicles in my locality today, what the fcuk is going on with them :mad: Closed until Monday to make it worse.

Deal with them a lot...dont be suprised if he arrives at 7 tonight...
Its a lottery with them all tbh....better using parcel motel or address pal if you can...;)

ayux4rj6zql2ph · 07-09-2018 6:30pm

Max Headroom wrote: »

Deal with them a lot...dont be suprised if he arrives at 7 tonight...
Its a lottery with them all tbh....better using parcel motel or address pal if you can...;)

Even though the only website says it is now back at the warehouse?

I ordered from HEED who shipped it via GLS the entire way from Poland.

Not familiar with this parcel motel stuff. Can you PM how that works? Don't want to clog up the thread with my stupidity.

Richard tea · 14-09-2018 10:08am

I experienced my first wobble or skid this morning. I took the blackbird for a change. Conditions were wet. As I approached the toll booth I slowed using engine braking. I dropped down the gears too fast. It felt like the front and rear both squirmed a little. When I pulled away from the toll the rear squirmed again.

Coming from a cb400 and a NC750 I had yet to experience what it felt like for the rear to slide out.

I nursed the blackbird the rest of the way into work. It is a nice reminder of the changing road conditions coming in now.

P.s I didn't notice and diesel spill in the area but it's totally possible as I use the truck booth most times.

Hotblack Desiato · 14-09-2018 10:50am

Toll booths are notorious for dropped oil.

zubair · 14-09-2018 4:33pm

Richard tea wrote: »

I experienced my first wobble or skid this morning. I took the blackbird for a change. Conditions were wet. As I approached the toll booth I slowed using engine braking. I dropped down the gears too fast. It felt like the front and rear both squirmed a little. When I pulled away from the toll the rear squirmed again.

Coming from a cb400 and a NC750 I had yet to experience what it felt like for the rear to slide out.

I nursed the blackbird the rest of the way into work. It is a nice reminder of the changing road conditions coming in now.

P.s I didn't notice and diesel spill in the area but it's totally possible as I use the truck booth most times.

Obviously gunning it after squeezing through the gap in the barrier

Richard tea · 14-09-2018 4:35pm

zubair wrote: »

Obviously gunning it after squeezing through the gap in the barrier

Its a few parts of the commute that puts a grin on the face:D

ayux4rj6zql2ph · 14-09-2018 10:09pm

Is this likely to be a hazard does anyone know?#

listermint · 15-09-2018 8:07am

Addisyn Screeching Sickbed wrote: »

Is this likely to be a hazard does anyone know?#

They should be covered in heat wrap.

Never like exposed cable like that and solder it will rust in seconds . Terrible job.

Max Headroom · 15-09-2018 9:34am

Pop it out and put a bit if tape on it...or just put a blob of grease on it to keep it dry...solder doesnt rust..:P

ayux4rj6zql2ph · 15-09-2018 10:08am

listermint wrote: »

They should be covered in heat wrap.

Never like exposed cable like that and solder it will rust in seconds . Terrible job.

And I paid to have those switches replaced yesterday. I did contact the workshop, awaiting a response, should be fixed free of charge but doubt it.

EDIT:

Spoke with the workshop, the mechanic who fitted the parts said that the entire switch was missing on one side, I don't recall that, but it wasn't working hence the replacement, anyhow, the advice I was given was to get a bit of tubing and slip it on myself or a bit of electrical tape worst case scenario.

Zascar · 15-09-2018 12:08pm

Lads I need a reg plate asap. Preferably a small-ish one. Any recommendations?

ayux4rj6zql2ph · 15-09-2018 12:11pm

Zascar wrote: »

Lads I need a reg plate asap. Preferably a small-ish one. Any recommendations?

Something like this?

https://printpoint.ie/printpoint/irish-motorbike-plates

punisher5112 · 15-09-2018 12:32pm

Zascar wrote: »

Lads I need a reg plate asap. Preferably a small-ish one. Any recommendations?

Where you based???

Most motorfactors would do them.

Autocare Dundrum,Bray.
Rathgar motorfactors
Bike world beside naas road.

arybvtcw0eolkf · 15-09-2018 5:18pm

Halfords do reg plates

CJhaughey · 15-09-2018 8:04pm

Addisyn Screeching Sickbed wrote: »

And I paid to have those switches replaced yesterday. I did contact the workshop, awaiting a response, should be fixed free of charge but doubt it.

EDIT:

Spoke with the workshop, the mechanic who fitted the parts said that the entire switch was missing on one side, I don't recall that, but it wasn't working hence the replacement, anyhow, the advice I was given was to get a bit of tubing and slip it on myself or a bit of electrical tape worst case scenario.

I found liquid electrical tape excellent for this sort of job, you may need two coats or more but its easy enough to use and makes a decent job out of that kind of wiring.

CJhaughey · 15-09-2018 8:14pm

I have had several made by Radiator services, on Rutland Place.
I like the pressed alloy ones more than plastic ones and the ones they make are top notch IMHO.
No connection but a satisfied customer.

arybvtcw0eolkf · 15-09-2018 11:56pm

CJhaughey wrote: »

I have had several made by Radiator services, on Rutland Place.
I like the pressed alloy ones more than plastic ones and the ones they make are top notch IMHO.
No connection but a satisfied customer.

I find them too expensive, and Colm (one of the owners) is a mate of mine, but I can't recommend him due to his prices.

IrishGrimReaper · 16-09-2018 5:42pm

Folks can anyone link me a bolt cap like this on ebay, or point me to a shop in Galway. I can't seem to find one anywhere, it's for a 03 Varadero 125

ayux4rj6zql2ph · 16-09-2018 5:54pm

CJhaughey wrote: »

I found liquid electrical tape excellent for this sort of job, you may need two coats or more but its easy enough to use and makes a decent job out of that kind of wiring.

Legend

Will have to give that a try.

Can’t find that tubing anywhere on its own.

ayux4rj6zql2ph · 16-09-2018 7:05pm

If anyone can provide links to sites for panniers & the holders i'd appreciate it.

I've already visited Givi and Wemoto.

Basically i'm looking for V35 boxes & a PLX532 pannier holder at the best possible price.

Would U.S products fit the DL?

Feel free to PM with any suggestions.

Thanks

CJhaughey · 16-09-2018 7:42pm

IrishGrimReaper wrote: »

Folks can anyone link me a bolt cap like this on ebay, or point me to a shop in Galway. I can't seem to find one anywhere, it's for a 03 Varadero 125

Thats a genuine only part I would think, from Honda it won't be that expensive.
https://ie.fowlersparts.co.uk/parts/view/90131-GAA-000

macplaxton · 17-09-2018 2:40am

CJhaughey wrote: »

Thats a genuine only part I would think, from Honda it won't be that expensive.
https://ie.fowlersparts.co.uk/parts/view/90131-GAA-000

Agree it's probably dealer only, but the part you have linked 90131-GAA-000 is just a flange bolt that holds the caliper on.

The thing in the picture looks like the pin which is part of the carrier bracket 45290-KPC-661.

There's a piece about those calipers:
http://bikesandtravels.com/biker.aspx?ride=725
http://www.e-pieces2roues.fr/boutique/images_produits/z02fa197.jpg

CJhaughey · 17-09-2018 9:26am

That looks like the part for sure, its something like €23 for the carrier complete.
Interesting read about those calipers, I have done a few and the process I use is to completely strip the caliper, seals out and dust boots as well.
Clean the seal groove very well, and the thinner one for the dust boot likewise, I tend to use a brass brush the same size as a toothbrush as I find they work the best, also heating the caliper with a few passes of a torch will get it hot enough to drive all the moisture out of it, and leave the caliper dry to make it easier to clean inside the pots.

I use Red rubber grease at this point behind the seal and the dustboot , its fiddly and messy but it provides a level of corrosion resistance as it stops water getting behind and corroding from the inside which causes the seal to be pushed out of the groove and tighten against the piston causing sticking brakes.
Also smear the piston well with the grease as it aids fitting.

For the sliders I like Motorex Grease 2000 which is very waterproof and doesn't affect the rubber, its a flourescent green colour.
Once you rebuild a caliper like this in my experience they last a lot better as water doesn't affect them as much.

blade1 · 17-09-2018 7:17pm

Addisyn Screeching Sickbed wrote: »

If anyone can provide links to sites for panniers & the holders i'd appreciate it.

I've already visited Givi and Wemoto.

Basically i'm looking for V35 boxes & a PLX532 pannier holder at the best possible price.

Would U.S products fit the DL?

Feel free to PM with any suggestions.

Thanks

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