Forum: Troubleshooting
09-06-2008, 12:27 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 11,235
Re: Speedometer not working
Hey there bande,
If you think you built up the courage to check out your fuel valve, make sure you have the manual, and check out bikebandit.com. they have some pretty good exploded view diagrams...
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Forum: Lessons Well-Learned
09-03-2008, 11:29 PM
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Replies: 76
Views: 20,775
Re:
I believe it was in Proficient Motorcycling that Hough said to immediatly get up and get your butt out the road. Then lay down and then determine your situation. Wouldn't want to survive a wreck to...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
08-29-2008, 11:43 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 3,802
have you tried tapping the horn with a hammer....
have you tried tapping the horn with a hammer. There is a plate inside that vibrates due to an electromagnetic coil. They can get stuck. A guy at work has a chief and his horn wasn't working I...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
08-29-2008, 11:29 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 11,235
A friend and I recently replaced the front tire...
A friend and I recently replaced the front tire on my bike. Dry rot. We pulled the wheel took it to a mechanic payed him 30$ to take off the old tire and put the new tire I had bought on the rim. He...
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Forum: Gadgets & Farkles
08-23-2008, 04:14 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 9,197
Um, just spitballing here, but how about this...
Um, just spitballing here, but how about this idea? Wear a watch. Not trying to be a jackass here but, I think it is a better idea for several reasons.
1) I have plenty of time to check my watch...
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Forum: General GZ250 Talk
08-23-2008, 03:32 AM
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Replies: 21
Views: 8,842
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Forum: General GZ250 Talk
08-23-2008, 02:49 AM
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Replies: 56
Views: 16,484
Here in SC I have waved to or nodded to every...
Here in SC I have waved to or nodded to every bike I've passed, and most have waved back, or waved first. The few exceptions being HD riders and some sport bikers. You get bad apples in every batch.
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Forum: Member Introductions
08-19-2008, 03:05 AM
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Replies: 3
Views: 3,538
First 1000 miles.
Well I bought my '03 GZ from a coworker who moved up to a C50. I bought it for gas milage and I figured I would end up hating it and putting it back up for sale. But getting it for a grand with only...
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Forum: General GZ250 Talk
08-19-2008, 02:59 AM
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Replies: 69
Views: 27,213
Re: Octane
This is my statement from a previous post, and the info comes from the American Petroleum institute. Don't waste your money unless it makes you feel better, 'cause your GZ won't know the difference....
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Forum: Lessons Well-Learned
08-17-2008, 05:23 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 5,004
Jack-holes on the road.
Ok, I didn't really know how to title this thread but the other night on my way into work I ran into the first people to give me trouble for being on a motorcycle. And you know the worst part about...
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Forum: General GZ250 Talk
08-17-2008, 03:28 AM
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Replies: 69
Views: 27,213
My question " Everyone is posting their mpg and...
My question " Everyone is posting their mpg and thier average driving speeds, but what octane are people running?" I have talked with a few people one being the former owner of my bike. and I believe...
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Forum: Member Introductions
08-12-2008, 03:59 AM
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Replies: 24
Views: 7,379
Welcome Alan, I liked the intro. It took me 3...
Welcome Alan, I liked the intro. It took me 3 smokes and a couple of cups of joe to get my nerves settled for my first ride. But I bought mine used and it is fully brkoe in with 6,500 miles on it....
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Forum: Troubleshooting
08-03-2008, 09:01 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,688
Yeah Ive been checking the oil properly. And I...
Yeah Ive been checking the oil properly. And I have been trying to check it after I ungear before I lock the forks. So it seemed to me that it suddenly dropped to the low line. But it is very hot...
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Forum: Troubleshooting
08-03-2008, 06:28 AM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,688
Oil in the air filter box.
I Just bought my '03 used. I am the third owner.
I am more mechanically inclined than the previous owner so I have been playing catch-up on maintenance. I cleaned the air filter with some air...
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