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Richard W
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RE: curious about adding additional load to 74 R60 alternator

Jim - The headlamp is the single largest user of power in the entire OEM electrical system, so that's where you want to start. Obviously, changing t...

3 years ago
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RE: curious about adding additional load to 74 R60 alternator

I'm not exactly sure when the various OEM alternator improvements were introduced, but I imagine that you are going to be cutting it fairly close. Und...

3 years ago
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RE: NDS!

• And did you swap ALL the OEM flexible brake hoses over to those with braided stainless steel reinforcement ??• I agree, single piston calipers will ...

3 years ago
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RE: Shifting question

• If you are not presently using, then as a first step I would recommend changing the gearbox oil to a multi-grade synthetic, such as Valvoline 75W140...

3 years ago
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RE: Series : The Last Motorcycle TV series

I don't believe it's on DVD yet. Neither is the quoted website up yet. You'll need to Google "last motorcycle on earth".

3 years ago
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RE: mystery clamp in engine ventilation section

What year and model, please ?? It seems vaguely familiar. I believe it goes inside the soft rubber air intake snout to insure it stays in place. Tha...

3 years ago
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RE: 1981 R80 Headlight Shell: Fuse/distribution board

Rory - Here's a photo of a clean board which can guide you.... TIPS • The final wiring is so jumbled that a photograph of the wired board...

3 years ago
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RE: NDS!

If your old pads have worn at a strange angle, then you might want to install a new pair. If you don't know how old your pads are, then you might wa...

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RE: 92 R100/RT loss of engine breaking

My guesses are: • The clutch may be slipping. Despite all appearances to the contrary, please check for free-play in the actuator arm. • Idle set...

3 years ago
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RE: How to remove a rounded swing arm adjuster lock nut (R60/5)?

If this is a hex nut, then you must use the correct fitting 6-point socket. Most socket wrenches are 12-point. A 6-point socket gets a much better gra...

3 years ago
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RE: Not charging?

A set of Airhead brushes can be purchased very easily for a minimal ~$5 fee. Of all the Airhead repairs you can do, this one is one of the very, very ...

3 years ago
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RE: Not charging?

NOTE: It is very nicely sealed, to prevent rain and wash water from killing your 2 gauges. Unscrew the speed drive cable from the bottom of the spe...

3 years ago
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RE: Speedometer cable retaining/battery ground bolt on the gearbox nearing being stripped

I have tried that, and the problem is not what you'd think ! To do what you describe, you'd need a generic automotive battery cable... which are avail...

3 years ago
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