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by old gringo
Wed Jul 04, 2012 9:48 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Good bye to group
Replies: 6
Views: 5176

Re: Good bye to group

Thanks, I might just do that
by old gringo
Wed Jul 04, 2012 7:40 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Good bye to group
Replies: 6
Views: 5176

Good bye to group

After several enjoyable years with the group I am selling my pristine 81. I just purchased a Goldwing GL1200 and my wife says 2 bikes are 1 too many. :roll:
I have enjoyed the advice and fellowship and hope I might've been some assistance from time to time.
by old gringo
Thu Jun 28, 2012 1:07 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: So I'm sitting here at work...
Replies: 2
Views: 3133

Re: So I'm sitting here at work...

You won't be able to explain it to non-riders. I don't even try
by old gringo
Mon Jun 25, 2012 11:47 am
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: Fat fingers
Replies: 2
Views: 3160

Re: Fat fingers

I use a short piece of hose fitted over the plug to hand start the plug before switching to the wrench to tighten.
by old gringo
Mon Jun 18, 2012 12:19 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chain Questions
Replies: 8
Views: 6191

Re: Chain Questions

Not sure of your model but I think O ring chains were pretty much standard OEM. I use one on mine w/o issues. Some folks prefer a non-O ring and keep it lubed. I prefer the O ring myself. If the teeth on your sprocket look fine, then I don't see any need to replace it. I did, however, go from a 16 t...
by old gringo
Wed Jun 13, 2012 8:21 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Chain vs. Shaft drive
Replies: 5
Views: 6191

Re: Chain vs. Shaft drive

Chain drive: more efficient power delivery, more maintenance Shaft drive: generally less efficient but less maintenance. I had a Moto Guzzi and a Honda CX500 both with shaft drive. Shaft drive was smoother and had less maintenance hassles. I noticed that both had a weird sort of torque wind up but t...
by old gringo
Wed Jun 13, 2012 7:33 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Motorcycle Hauler
Replies: 4
Views: 5504

Re: Motorcycle Hauler

Thought about one myself. Seems easier than wrestling the bike up on one of those sideways carriers and less weight on hitch. It would be nice to hear from someone who has one.
by old gringo
Tue Jun 12, 2012 6:14 am
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: Exhaust Questions
Replies: 5
Views: 4291

Re: Exhaust Questions

As for the "Loud Pipes Save Lives" crowd (mostly on big twins, you know who), I call Bulls**t. It's more about "Hey, look at me, ain't I cool?"
Glad you want to quiet it down. Your ears, and those of your neighbors will thank you :D
by old gringo
Fri Jun 08, 2012 4:24 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Choosing the right bike
Replies: 7
Views: 5536

Re: Choosing the right bike

Maybe a CB750? It seems that parts and performance kits are more readily available. Check the SOHC 4 boards.
by old gringo
Thu Jun 07, 2012 4:55 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: Sprocket upgrade
Replies: 9
Views: 5610

Re: Sprocket upgrade

In fact the poor thing of the CB650 is the chassis. One may get some improvement with progressive fork springs and thicker fork oil. And modern tyres make a big difference, especially for the rear. Nevertheless there is no chance to keep up with non-beginners on actual sportsbikes. CB650 chassis is...
by old gringo
Thu Jun 07, 2012 4:47 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Choosing the right bike
Replies: 7
Views: 5536

Re: Choosing the right bike

It's only my opinion, but the general frame and suspension of these bikes are far surpassed by modern sportbikes that it is much more cost efficient to simply find a used sportbike. Engine mods and other stuff won't be able to bring a 35 yr old design up to the same standards.
by old gringo
Wed May 09, 2012 1:04 pm
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: Carb inlet replacemnt "T's" source??
Replies: 48
Views: 42250

Re: Carb inlet replacemnt "T's" source??

Mine are just routed to the rear of the engine
by old gringo
Sat May 05, 2012 7:44 am
Forum: Technical Discussion
Topic: Carbs...why bother?
Replies: 5
Views: 4222

Re: Carbs...why bother?

Just to be sure: the link was not to say this is what you should do now but just intended to show how a simple and not bad idea can nevertheless turn into lengthy stories (for some users here). I still have the stock ignition and other stuff and it just runs fine. These bikes are engineered so that...
by old gringo
Sat May 05, 2012 7:30 am
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: Tank Swap Ideas
Replies: 6
Views: 4999

Re: Tank Swap Ideas

I wouldn't do the welding thing. Just use a petcock that fits. If the fuel line is a different size then you might put an inline filter in. I had one that will take either a 1/4" or 5/16". I have a couple old petcocks laying around that are in better shape than the one in photo. Sometimes ...
by old gringo
Mon Apr 30, 2012 12:37 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: New guy just starting out
Replies: 16
Views: 10383

Re: New guy just starting out

I would get a battery and see if it will turn over. If so, I would assume that the engine isn't seized (possible but not really likely). If turning over I would avoid squirting things into the cylinders if possible. Open a float bowl drain screw and see what comes out. I had no luck with cleaning ou...

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