Forum: Other Models/Manufacturers
03-29-2009, 08:25 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 3,019
Final thoughts on the GZ
I've had the GZ since last May; so about a year. Over this time, I've put about 13k miles on the old gal. This includes a trip to Washington DC, and a trip to Ft Lauderdale, FL.
I've saved 2400 in...
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Forum: GZ250 Media
03-29-2009, 08:06 PM
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Replies: 16
Views: 6,969
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Forum: Troubleshooting
03-20-2009, 11:23 AM
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Replies: 25
Views: 7,587
Re: Stalling on Gear Down
Easy is correct. It's a *general rule among motorcyclists that you don't put any additives into the oil (especially on such a small engine as the GZ!)
Also, to Canuck, I'm worried that your "sweet...
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Forum: Other Models/Manufacturers
03-19-2009, 04:49 PM
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Replies: 7
Views: 4,815
Re: Upgraded the Shadow - Rake Kit
Not knowing the situation, I wish you the best! You don't need a reminder from us GZ'ers about how therapeutic motorcycling is!
Maybe a day trip (just to get away) is in order?? Don't forget the...
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Forum: Other Models/Manufacturers
03-08-2009, 07:12 PM
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Replies: 3
Views: 3,903
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Forum: General GZ250 Talk
03-07-2009, 09:44 PM
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Replies: 81
Views: 20,199
Re: Speed Record for the GZ250
You guys ALL need to chill.....
because *I* broke that record today! 80 solid miles per hour, on a flat piece of slab with 0 wind. Booyah!
edit: well, i was drafting a bit. :tongue:
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Forum: Gadgets & Farkles
03-06-2009, 05:22 PM
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Replies: 10
Views: 5,225
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Forum: Riding Safety & Tips
03-05-2009, 03:04 PM
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Replies: 21
Views: 12,928
Re: gear for women
Geez easy, 5'4"?? Does the GZ "proportionate" ya???
Only joking! I'm sure you were picked on enough when you were my age! :neener:
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Forum: Ride Reports & Meets
03-03-2009, 05:53 PM
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Replies: 13
Views: 8,643
Re: long ride for the GZ?
It is true that you will "poop out" before the bike does (assuming it's in good running condition)
I did a 500 mile trip (each way) from Myrtle Beach to Ft Lauderdale on I-95 at constant 65 mph.
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Forum: Ride Reports & Meets
03-03-2009, 04:24 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 4,383
Rollin' through GA, FL
Taking a trip for Spring break down to FL to see a good friend of mine. If anybody is along the way, it'd be great to meet up and shoot sh*t!
This is my route: http://tinyurl.com/cfhmkc
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Forum: General Maintenance
03-02-2009, 09:24 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 17,533
Re: Valve adjustments
Touche!
Let the record note, that "The valves are terribly easy to adjust on our GZ's, compared to other bikes.
:neener:
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Forum: General Maintenance
03-02-2009, 03:07 PM
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Replies: 43
Views: 17,533
Re: Valve adjustments
For what it's worth, I stopped by a reputable moto shop a few weeks ago. I told the guy who I am, we BS'd a little bit, and I asked him if he wouldn't mind listening to my bike to see if it needed a...
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Forum: General GZ250 Talk
03-01-2009, 02:55 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 15,656
Re: Fuses
Ouch... Looks like I'll be doing lots of "hunt & search"
Thanks for your help, I'll let ya know how it goes.
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Forum: General GZ250 Talk
02-28-2009, 04:13 PM
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Replies: 23
Views: 15,656
Re: Fuses
Alright, there are actually two "fuse boxes".
There is one fuse and one spare underneath the white plastic cover directly above the battery. Then there is the actual box of fuses underneath the...
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Forum: General GZ250 Talk
02-28-2009, 11:11 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 15,656
Re: Fuses
Where is the headlight fuse? Is it in the headlight housing?
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Forum: General GZ250 Talk
02-28-2009, 10:56 AM
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Replies: 23
Views: 15,656
Fuses
Hey guys, I have an 02 GZ with 7500 miles. Lately I've had problems with fuses blowing. Any advice?
1. Stock fuse blew on interstate at 65 mph. Engine shut off, pulled over, and after cussing and...
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Forum: Performance
02-24-2009, 05:57 PM
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Replies: 51
Views: 18,358
Re: Oil Cooler?
Guys... the GZ is air-cooled for a reason... that reason being that the engine is small enough to not need any of these farkles!
If you're wanting to make sure your oil is at the right...
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Forum: Beginners
02-15-2009, 10:46 AM
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Replies: 20
Views: 9,261
Re: Riding in the rain...
I drove from Ft Lauderdale, FL to Myrtle Beach, SC via I-95 in August 2008 (rainy season!)
The ride *to* FL was great! Sunny skies, warm wind - an all around great 10 hr drive.
However, the...
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Forum: GZ250 Media
02-13-2009, 07:13 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 4,177
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Forum: Troubleshooting
02-13-2009, 07:11 PM
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Replies: 53
Views: 13,239
Re: Reasons for poor gas mileage?
Alan, my idle speed used to race during warmup was well.
My idle speed was set muchtoo high, and there was too much slack in the feed/return throttle cables. I'd suggest you check those, and make...
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Forum: Other Models/Manufacturers
01-21-2009, 03:26 PM
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Replies: 1
Views: 3,192
HD going belly up?
Found on another forum that I frequent...
All I can say is WOW!
http://www.dealernews.com/dealernews/Br ... oryId=2704...
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Forum: Performance
01-19-2009, 03:55 PM
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Replies: 40
Views: 23,916
Re: Bobber
Geez guys, lighten up... Some people like that look, me being one of them!
I wonder how it sounds. The exhaust looks pretty free-flowing; also, I wonder if he did any carb adjustments???
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Forum: Beginners
01-17-2009, 12:09 AM
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Replies: 50
Views: 15,666
Re: Helmets and eye glasses
alantf,
ya know, I've thought about getting a different visor. But my only issue with that is the fact that I do a lot of night riding, and in those cases I have to flip down my clear visor to...
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Forum: Beginners
01-15-2009, 04:11 PM
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Replies: 50
Views: 15,666
Re: Helmets and eye glasses
Yep, I got the same problem too.
I have a Fulmer full face (with the flip up visor, and the flip up face) and I can manage to get my helmet OFF with my glasses on (just some cheap nascar brand...
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Forum: Other Models/Manufacturers
01-13-2009, 03:37 PM
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Replies: 150
Views: 27,751
Re: Riding for fun and adventure...
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Just for reference... I paid 354 for 12 months of comprehensive coverage through esurance..
1. at the time i was 17 years old, and insurance companies JACK UP the prices for men...
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