Oh man, I hated those autumn and winter labs. Prof would blather on and on about something not related to Materials, Metrology or whatever the lab was...

The way to answer that is to go look at the part numbers on the on-line parts fiche for various starter covers. Compare the PN on the years before and...

I found the issue (someone pointed me in the correct direction). In the No 1/1984 Bing tech-bulletin there is an explanation of how with the newer flo...

I got a busted gauge set. Lemme look. No promises.

That was no log. That was my hollow head. 😛

If you'll empty ALL the fuel and disconnect one of the battery terminals, you shouldn't have any trouble cranking when the right guy comes along. ...

You already have 2 that you know fit. Pop them off and paint them. Or, mask very carefully and paint them in situ.

You've picked a great bike to have for a "college budget" if it's running. I rode a R60/6 through 7 years of college myself. But this is not a great b...

Alternatively, is there a preferred method of testing the coil packs? I do not wish to play around with several thousand volts without a procedure. ...

Yes, my bike has been sitting for around 13 years, and my father told me if I could get to run I could have it. I've cleaned the tank out thoroughly w...

The first thing you learn on the road to becoming a "good mechanic" is to be Observant. Look for the obvious. Look for the out-of-place. Look for the ...

Thanks, Mr 8244. Ethanol fuels do contain less energy and so many people find what you said to be true, myself included. Additionally, comparison of ...

Carbs are balanced at 5000 RPM and engine runs pretty smooth now. CV type carbs will automatically balance themselves at high RPM. That's one of the ...

It's called your local auto parts store. You walk in and say to the guy, "I need metal core spark plug wire by the foot. And while you're back there ...

Also as of late, I am experiencing quiet popping through the mufflers when backing off the throttle when coming to a stop. I have tried adjusting th...