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James Strickland
James Strickland
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Topics: 17 / Replies: 416
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1979 r80/7 instrument cluster lighting

The short answer is yes, there are bulbs for illumination.

8 years ago
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Windscreen for R90/6

I had a small Givi on one of my /5's for several years. Not an AF49 as you describe. I have tried a number of windshield/fairing products over the yea...

8 years ago
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Bike will not rev over 3,000ish

A failure to develop power at RPM's above idle can sometimes be attributed to oil soaked intake air filters or other accumulated contaminates. These u...

8 years ago
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R90/6 recommended parts list when starting "ran when parked" restoration?

Another good read is "Street Strategies" by David Hough. Regarding the master cylinder, I would consider having the original sleeved and honed be...

8 years ago
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What airhead to buy

So,.. Bret,.....uhhh... Did you find a bike, and which model did you get?

8 years ago
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Why do twin-shock models prevail ?

Another thing to consider would be production numbers. A person could look into that with a bit of effort. The twin shock Airhead production run was 1...

8 years ago
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Post a Picture of your Airheads

Beautiful rig, my friend.

8 years ago
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1979 r80/7 buzz in headlight bucket

If your /7 does not have a fairing, remove the headlight assembly and play detective. If it has a fairing, remove the fairing and then the headlight ...

8 years ago
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Ikon Shock Spring Weights for Single-sided

Wobbly, my friend, the only time I ever experienced the po-go effect was on an R100/7 where the hydraulic damping cylinders in the shocks were complet...

8 years ago
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Post a Picture of your Airheads

If you decide to not use the hack, I might know someone who could. Contact Illinois Airmarshal to discuss.

8 years ago
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1976 R90S electrical issue/rookie mistake

Check for 12 volts at the condensor with the ignition switched on. If you want to text me to set up a phone call, 309 251 0877.

8 years ago
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1976 R90S electrical issue/rookie mistake

It's a good idea to check your fuses, however, fuses on early airheads are associated with lighting circuits, not ignition. If your bike has points i...

8 years ago
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1976 R90S electrical issue/rookie mistake

Was there a spark? Did the motor run BEFORE this incident? The most likely trouble arising from a front cover pulled on a hot electrical system would ...

8 years ago
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RPM vs. Speed

It might be a good idea to check the clutch adjustment for free play.

8 years ago
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RPM vs. Speed

4th gear on a 5 speed is between 3rd and 4th on a 4speed with respect to ratios. On my 750, 4k rpm prodeces 55mph in 3rd gear. I would think that an...

8 years ago
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