Forum: Troubleshooting
02-28-2012, 11:04 PM
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Replies: 8
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-28-2012, 11:00 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 4,479
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-28-2012, 02:29 PM
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Replies: 8
Views: 4,479
Re: rear fender removal
There are 2 bushing that were stuck well, I accidentally banged the fender and they popped out....go figure. Now to the painting...of which I suck at. But the labor is free. :2tup:
I will...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-28-2012, 10:12 AM
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Replies: 8
Views: 4,479
rear fender removal
I am in the process of repainting my gz and I have a question regarding the rear fender. I would like to remove the metal frame from under the plastic fender but there does not seem to be an easy...
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Forum: Instructional Articles
02-12-2012, 09:09 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 27,643
Re: Is there a 'How To' for an inline fuel filter?
I find the best filter is the tube paper ones, auto stores carry them. Remember you need to filter better than the one already in the tank. If not then what is the purpose? That means that many of...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
05-22-2011, 10:01 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,534
Re: Engine seized.
Sorry about your bike troubles. I wanted to say thanks for sharing the info and pics. Good breakdown, one that I have not had to do yet. Hope you get it running without too much money spent.
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Forum: Troubleshooting
04-01-2011, 09:01 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 4,158
Re: Clicking sound from engine
If I can do it so can you. Never worked on any engines before my gz. I searched for ever for a decent price on the "special tool" did it without, no problem. Just take your time. Make sure you are at...
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Forum: General GZ250 Talk
02-27-2011, 08:05 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 12,031
Re: My GZ and S40(Savage 650) comparison
Side by side the gz looks to be a bigger bike that is b/c the gas tank is noticeably larger/wider. When riding though the s40 allows me to sit back at a more comfortable position for the legs - I am...
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Forum: General GZ250 Talk
02-26-2011, 10:19 PM
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Replies: 25
Views: 12,031
My GZ and S40(Savage 650) comparison
It came to my attention that some of you might be interested in comparisons with the gz and the Suzuki s40 (savage 650). I own both bikes. I wanted to point out that I am relatively new to riding but...
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Forum: Parts & Accessories
02-26-2011, 08:00 AM
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Replies: 1
Views: 2,705
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-23-2011, 08:11 AM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,757
Re: Had an interesting morning....
I always leave my bike in neutral and although not a good habit I start it before I mount it. Let it warm up while I am putting gear away or on etc...so I know it was in neutral when I first tried it...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-22-2011, 08:26 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,757
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-21-2011, 09:54 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 14,910
Re: No Lights, No sound, No NOTHING
Cleaned the side stand switch, was getting pretty gummy - that may be it. I will get some contact cleaner for them and give them a good shot. Hopefully a fluke thing like you said Blaine. I will post...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-21-2011, 08:57 PM
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Replies: 4
Views: 3,757
Had an interesting morning....
Had an interesting morninig.....
I had a hard braking this morning, gate across the road was in place when its not supposed to be at that time. Went around a turn and there it was... closed. Hit...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-21-2011, 08:44 PM
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Replies: 34
Views: 14,910
Re: No Lights, No sound, No NOTHING
If you guys were played that is too bad. I was reading this posting hoping to shed light on my recent experience with my 2003 gz. I had a hard braking this morning, gate across the road was in place...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-07-2011, 06:12 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 12,020
Re: Clutch Adjustment
My cable is not frayed or damaged in any way at the pivot point. I did adjust at the engine as alantf suggested. Thank you. I was then able to re-adjust at the pivot point so that the screw is not...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-05-2011, 11:24 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 12,020
Re: Clutch Adjustment
Thats good advice that I will heed. Too bad.... I just ordered new gaskets for the valve covers from Bike Bandit (one was leaking), shipping was almost as much as the 2 sets I bought for my two...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-05-2011, 10:25 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 12,020
Re: Clutch Adjustment
Yes, you were right Blaine. There was more slack that I thought was tension. Using the nickel helped me to "feel" the difference by putting the nickel in the gap and then contracting the lever....
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-05-2011, 09:14 PM
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Replies: 14
Views: 12,020
Clutch Adjustment
My clutch does not engage until the lever is almost completely released. It did have slack in the cable and I adjusted it to within spec which makes it smoother on release. But the problem still...
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Forum: Parts & Accessories
01-31-2011, 11:13 PM
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Replies: 5
Views: 3,206
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Forum: Parts & Accessories
01-29-2011, 02:19 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 2,858
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Forum: Parts & Accessories
01-23-2011, 07:05 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 2,858
Sissy bar and luggage rack
Sissy bar and luggage rack available. Chrome and cushion in very good condition. Only issue is PO painted the weld on the back. Weld is solid as pics will show.
$80 plus shipping
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Forum: Troubleshooting
01-15-2011, 11:53 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 6,006
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Forum: Troubleshooting
01-15-2011, 05:59 PM
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Replies: 12
Views: 6,006
Re: Bogs down after replacing air filter
JWR- I know what you mean...dont fix what aint broke. Good rule but I bought the 2003 bike with 7300 miles on her. Pretty sure it is the original air filter. Have to replace at some point and since I...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
01-15-2011, 10:44 AM
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Replies: 12
Views: 6,006
Bogs down after replacing air filter
2003 Geezer with 7,700 miles. Only mod is the 16 tooth front sprocket.
Hi everyone, looking for some insight. I just replaced my stock air filter with a HiFlo HFA3503 and the bike bogs down on...
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