Minnesota Carb Clinic Is Any Body Interested????

Ron,
So you's guys had a good day then? I was watching the weather (we had rain here in the AM) and it just didn't look too good for riding. But by around 10 the sun came out and it turned to be a pretty good day. We got stuff done anyways.
I came home later this afternoon and rode a bit and it turned out to be a fairly nice day to ride. I guess if I'd been around early enough I would've rode down there and shot the bull with ya.
Oh well, next time I guess. Let me know when you getting together again and I'll try to make it then. Dave >PD<

 

id like to make the next one maybe too. Maybe I could bring the bike and see If you can help me diagnose my spark problem if I cant by then. Everything checks out, turns over with lots of power, gas in the carbs/cylinders. I haven't looked at the pickups yet but i think I might wed.

I'd like to see the write-up on the 550 carbs too, thatd help me for sure.

 

I'll just add you to the list and hopefully you'll be running by then! Hope to meet you on the 16th! >PD<

 

sounds good, yeah me too!

 

now that I got my bike running(kinda) It will need a good carb rebuild/cleaning So I'm down to make it to the next one you guys have. Would it be a good idea to bring the whole bike, or could I get away with just brining the carbs?

 

Will be at the shop on 5/9 at 8 AM

Kyrrinstoch is coming over to Sync and color tune.

I'm working on my 650 checking valve clearance.

Any one wanting to stop in and check out the action PM me.

MN

 

I'll see if I can get ine together and ride down later this morning.I have some issues with mounting driving lights and have the frontend tore apart right now. If I get'r put back together maybe I'll ride down if the radar looks alright (supposed to rain some this morning) >PD<

 

I'm going to be there Kyrrinstoch is still putting his bike back togeather. He had the head off and I think he's going to finish this AM and come over about mid day.

 

I WAS planning on making it over... up until one of my valve cover bolts stripped out when I was putting the valve cover back on... 8O


Mn-Maxims, I'll have to wait on the synch and Color tune

 

Mm-Maxim,
Sorry I couldn't make it yesterday. I ended up tearing the entire front end off the bike (wheel, forks, etc.) and re-doing some of my wiring that needed some attention. I figured as long as I'm working on it I might add the fork boots I bought a couple weeks ago (just for the hell of it) and a pair of LED driving lights I want to try out.
About the time I was ready to take it out for a short ride, it was raining here. Hope to see you next weekend! >PD<

 

We ended up working on the #2 XJ1100 and a 2001 1100 V-Star needed and oil change. What pain that was. We had to take the front exhaust pipe and foot rest loose to get at the oil filter. Was just a good day to hang around and get some maintenance done.

I'm working on my #1 1100 for next weekend. I have to pull the carbs and I'm going to check the valves and change oil. See you guys next weekend for our little road trip.

MN

 

I can't figure out why Yamaha didn't change that design on those V-Stars a long time ago. The 650 is the same and you'd think when they came out with the 1100, they would've made it easier to get at the filter without having toremove the exhaust pipe. No, they came out with a filter re-locator kit (about $200) instead. What a scam.
I almost bought a V-Star until I found out about the filter problem, then I decided to get the 1100 Honda Shadow instead. And I'm glad I did.

 

I was up fishn and couldnt make it the 9th. I'm picking up another 550 tueday to work on too. So I'll have a couple sets of carbs to get working on soon. I wish my bike was ready to go for the 16th

 

Blackout550,
I have you on the list for the ride on the 16th. So now your not going to make it? Let me know, so we don't sit and wait for you if your not going then. >PD<

 

Blackout550,

I just picked up an Ultra Sonic cleaner from Harbor Freight. Works great So if you want to strip your carbs and come over you are welcome to use it.

 

yeah count me out on this one sorry. It came up to soon. I need to get my bike in tip top shape for the season. But I'd like to go on a couple this summer.

Yeah maybe I'll pull them and take them over and try it out. They seem pretty good but It just might need a little cleaning to get the floats working better etc. Also I may need a new petcock or new seal in it or whatever. seems to leak a little even when in on position. I'll let you know when I maybe will stop by. thanks!

 

OK, we're down to 9 riders now.
I was almost wanting ot cancel the ride after the weather this morning. It was cold , windy and damp. Dress warm!
I will charish those heated grips now!!!

 

Just incase...
If you run into a problem and can't make it Saturday morning, I'll have my cell phone on, so call me if your going to be late (we can wait then) or if you can't make it for some reason.
My cell #is 980-6001

 

This sucks!
I am not riding in the morning now. I had something that needs my attention and won't be here in the morning.
I'll make sure I make it to the next ride for sure.
You guys go ahead without me and have a good run. I've just got a problem that needs my undivided attention right now. Thanks for understanding. PD

 

We have another successful carb session done and Kyrrinstoch's 550 Seca is a runner. I took it for a spin and it runs mint. This one worked out so well since we were the only two at the last carb clinic. I was able to teach one on one. He also synced the carbs on the bike and it needed very little adjustment.

I'm going to try another Clinic here in June. Order your parts and let me know when you guys are ready.

MN

PS I will be in my shop working on a few bikes. I have an air box to install, Carbs on another 750, 2nd gear on that 1100 (I have been stalling on this one) Fork seals on my 650. Stop by and see whats up.