Look mum, no leaks!

Discussion in 'UK Motorcycles' started by Nigel Eaton, Jul 31, 2004.

  1. Nigel Eaton

    Nigel Eaton Guest

    Well, that's the GlodWing fork seals sorted. It handles *so* much better
    with some rebound damping on the front end.

    Actually no. That's a lie. It's still deeply, deeply scary. Fortunately
    the AOLAEWS[1] is still working well, so it's not too important.

    I can report that Clymer manuals knock HBoLs into next week. They rock.

    The correct fork oil for a GL1000 is apparently automatic transmission
    fluid. Seriously.

    ShiteOldBikes. You gotta love them.



    [1] Automatic Optimum Lean Angle Exceeded Warning System[2]
    [2] The centre stand grounds out...
     
    Nigel Eaton, Jul 31, 2004
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    The handling on a 1500 improves no end with 42psi in the rear, rather
    than 18, even if the tyre profile is still square. It's still grim,
    mind.
    You wanna get the GL1500SEV "special" version. Other wise known as a
    seized centre stand pivot.

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    | ___ Salad Dodger
    |/ \
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    |_\_____/_| ..67012../..15994.../..3157./.19406
    (>|_|_|<) TPPFATUICG#7 DIAABTCOD#9 YTC#4 PM#5
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    \ |^| / IbW#0 & KotIbW# BotTOS#6 GP#4
    \|^|/ ANORAK#17
    '^' RBR-Visited:43 Pts: 870 Miles:3116
     
    Salad Dodger, Jul 31, 2004
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    mb Guest

    Not always IMO. Also far too many of those safety warnings for the
    septics.

    I've had a couple of bikes with this requirement. Good idea.
     
    mb, Jul 31, 2004
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  4. Nigel Eaton

    Nigel Eaton Guest

    Using the patented Mavis Beacon "Hunt&Peck" Technique, mb
    *Exactly*. You get a good manual and a good excuse to laugh at the
    Septics all in one package. What's not to like?
     
    Nigel Eaton, Jul 31, 2004
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    mb Guest

    OK, I'll give you that, but what about the FJ fork bits that are
    upside-down in Clymer and the right way up in Haynes? Hmm?
     
    mb, Jul 31, 2004
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  6. Nigel Eaton

    Nigel Eaton Guest

    Using the patented Mavis Beacon "Hunt&Peck" Technique, mb
    It's an FJ. Who cares? ;^)
     
    Nigel Eaton, Jul 31, 2004
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    mb Guest

    Me, deeply and passionately. I'm hurt.
    Ah well, they can't get that bit wrong with the GTS...

    Yes, I know they don't do a book for that one.
     
    mb, Jul 31, 2004
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  8. Nigel Eaton

    Nigel Eaton Guest

    Using the patented Mavis Beacon "Hunt&Peck" Technique, mb
    "We buy an example of each machine..." ;^)

    BTW, are you ever likely to make a meet on the GTS?

    If so, CIHAGM?
     
    Nigel Eaton, Jul 31, 2004
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    mb Guest


    You never know. Do I have to ride on the left again?
    I usually take the FJ when I visit good ole England, as I don't have any
    panniers for the GTS; I have Givis for the FJ, but only Krauser fittings
    on the GTS (with no Krausers). Givi racks are no longer available for the
    GTS.
    Yes, try not to use the front brake in a corner. It can take the unwary by
    surprise, otherwise known as a "lean angle cancellation lever".
     
    mb, Aug 1, 2004
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  10. Nigel Eaton

    Nigel Eaton Guest

    Using the patented Mavis Beacon "Hunt&Peck" Technique, mb
    Nah, it's optional.
    Credit card, toothbrush. YKIMS.
    Kewl.
     
    Nigel Eaton, Aug 1, 2004
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