I had to open up the turn signal switch housing and clean years of corrosion off the contacts before my signals would work properly. I used a...
Thats a pretty standard item. I got one at the local Yammy dealer about a year ago for $5.00
I'm not sure about the cleaning properties of bacon, but I bet you could use it to seal those leaky carb boots 8O
That is a nice ride. I have not done it on the bike yet but soon
Me and my Seca live in Richmond IN About 60 miles from Cincy I am up for a ride and/or carb clinic. Just give me enough notice to finally get...
Chacal comes thru again. Great service and quick delivery. I got my parts today. Now I just need a little alone time with the Seca. Chacal's...
I have used POR-15 on the headers of my bike and bug with great results. I bought a quart of the "Black Velvet" high temp paint a couple of years...
I second that "damn" on the bike. I really like that color on the bike. Did you do that? If so what is the paint and color?
I have a 78 KZ1000 that has that exact fairing and "bags" setup. It is great for longer trips on the freeway and really helps with the wind...
Have you checked your float heights? It sounds like a problem I was having after I cleaned my carbs the first time. It took a few attempts to get...
If thats all you did, I would check the wires to make sure they are on the right plugs. I would also check that the plugs are the right ones for...
While the wire gauge may be ok for the circuits you are running, the insulation may not be suitable for the load and/or the environment. I would...
My battery keeps a charge strong enough to turn over and start it for over a week and I have a small digital clock pulling off it. You either have...
My bike had worn starter brushes and would refuse to turn over but I all ways heard a click from the solenoid. Not getting a "click" when you...
I live in Richmond Indiana so I am not that close but I do think that if you can remove, clean and replace your carbs, you can probably figure...
I wanted to add my 2 cents here. My first order came in three days after I placed it and was exactly what I needed/ordered. It is great having...
I have a Shoei modular and I am not happy with the noise level compared to my regular full face (Don't know the brand name. It was covered with...
Check that you are getting full voltage to the post on the starter. If not, you have a bad soleniod. If you have full voltage, try tapping on the...
As long as you have your tank off, check your fuel flow all the way to the T at the carbs. I noticed that my 650 was surging and found that the...
Try swapping the plug with one from a cylinder that you know is firing when cold. (Check that they are the same plug while its out) If the problem...
I just did this myself and I agree with Gene about the 1 hour from start to finish. I would add that you should check your brushes for wear and...
My 650 has not been colortuned but it starts and runs great. I set the pilot screws 3 turns out when I rebuilt the carbs and never saw a need to...
Got it out and torn apart today. Really was very simple. The brushes were shot and everything inside was covered in grease and carbon build up....
My starter has been acting up lately. There are times when all I can get is a click from the soleniod and I have to tap the end of the starter to...
I have an inline filter on my Seca and it never fills with fuel. Even in prime. The bike still runs great though so after an initial head...
Re: My Doghouse was flying low this weekend. Max'd-out 750 Bet it was fun! I have had my "door"lown off while cranking my 650 Seca to the red...
Well... It looks like I have an aftermarket clutch lever perch because there is no place to mount a switch like the one on the brake lever. I...
Nice bike but I think it could use some of Rick's spit and polish to make it really shine!
I give... Where did they put the clutch switch on the 82 XJ650RJ? I don't have one on the clutch lever perch and I don't see one connected at the...
I used one of the new extractors from Sears for this. Sears item #00952161000 Mfr. model #52161 It will bite into the outside of the round locking...
I used POR 15 on mine and it has held up very well. You have to heat cure the paint and it smells until it is fully cured so do it outside. I took...
I picked up an "electronic" unit at my local auto parts store for around $5. The unit is designed to flash at the same rate no matter what the...
Re: "Clean Your Own Carbs!" Old School Method by: Rick Mass Another excellent job Rick! I was going to do this job this weekend, but the weather...
Re: Silent Night; Holy Night Happy Holidays Everyone! I hope everyone gets lots of goodies for thier favorite toys :)
Re: "Clean Your Own Carbs!" Old School Method by: Rick Mass Rick, I am interested in the conclusion of this article as well. The end of...
I thought salt was Sodium Chloride... Same warning applies either way.
You might try these guys http://www.drumhillcycle.com/ I have had good luck calling them about parts not listed on the site before and they...
Sounds like something that was developed for the European market. Cars and bikes parked on the street in Germany must have parking lights on. The...
I am going to pass on the speedo unit Rick. I am going to try to turn one this weekend. The lathe at work is a bit larger for this work, but you...
Thanks for looking OneShoe. I have been toying with the idea of tearing the unit apart to find out what the screw size and pitch is and turning a...
The trip reset knob on my bike has been missing since I got it. The local dealer can't get one and nothing in his spare parts bin would work....
I bought a set of replacement screws from Arizona Steve. I haven't put them in yet since I am still riding when I can. Th ePO really buggered up...
I all ways wondered about this.... I think these Biker put-down Jokes were written by a Cager. Top Ten Reasons Why Harley Riders...
You should also check that your vacuum is in sync. I had the same problem when I got my Seca. The butterfly on #4 was still open quite a bit with...
Speaking of fuel filters, mine is never full and most of the time it looks like it is empty even though the bike keeps running. I dont think this...
My bike wont start unless it is in neutral. Wont even try to turn over. The side stand switch and clutch switches were disabled by the PO but I...
Wonder if Rick's name pops up if you search for "Old Shool"
I live in Richmond Indiana and would be willing to roll almost anywhere in Ohio to get my carbs right.
Hey Rick! Are you going to finish this how-to? Enquiring minds want to know... I read your old school carb sync lesson and I have a few...
If you have a bolt sticking out the side of the tensioner, you have a manual tensioner. The click you heard when you loosened the bolt was the...