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Richard W
Richard W
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fuel lines

► Congratulations on your new purchase, and Welcome Aboard ! ► Scot told you the "How to fix it" with his excellent article. But you also want to u...

8 years ago
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New Guy

Thanks, appreciate the insight. Haven't done much with carbs since before my military career started in the 70's... ethanol not much of an issue then...

8 years ago
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Starting Procedure for 1971 R60/5

Long time since I owned an R60, but I don't remember any specific issues. • Starting any carbureted engine is harder now that the EPA cut back on ...

8 years ago
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Seat Assembly - 82 R100RT

• There are 2 hinges. • On my '79 RT the bumpers for a Corbin had to be longer than stock because the Corbin seat pan rode higher. Without longer b...

8 years ago
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Oil Pressure Gauge on '83 RS

It's true, the light turns off at a very low pressure, something like 5-10 psi, which is definitely not enough pressure to support good engine health....

8 years ago
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Oil Pressure Gauge on '83 RS

It's true, the light turns off at a very low pressure, something like 5-10 psi, which is definitely not enough to support good engine health. You'...

8 years ago
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Oil Pressure Gauge on '83 RS

• Not to belittle your request in any way, but I'd be interested to understand why you need to know your oil pressure more often than once a year. ...

8 years ago
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Better bike a 1975 R75/6 or 1977 R75/7?

...thank you for the advice, please add any other tips and tricks. Rachel - We need to stop meeting like this. I think people are getting suspici...

8 years ago
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New Guy

Great question ! Here's the difference between your 2 bikes.... ► Oilhead: The R1200 has electronic fuel injection (EFI). If the fuel becomes of s...

8 years ago
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New Guy

Sounds like wonderful progress. I know you're excited to hit the road as soon as the weather clears. Just make sure to NOT let the bike sit with an...

8 years ago
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Sheared Flywheel Bolts to Crankshaft - Repair Options

Jason - Ahh, a Tech man ! That's good ! I got some Tech stories, but that's for another day. BTW... the shop is actually in Watkinsville and there is...

8 years ago
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Sheared Flywheel Bolts to Crankshaft - Repair Options

It appears that I have the late model crankshaft for the R90. It seems to be the same as the R100 models as you said. Well, you're in luck then ! ...

8 years ago
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Better bike a 1975 R75/6 or 1977 R75/7?

Congratulations! That color was /is called Havana Gold. Think of a Cuban cigar with a gold band on it. If you are at all concerned about value as...

8 years ago
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Sheared Flywheel Bolts to Crankshaft - Repair Options

I'm no expert, so consult the Snowbum files on this detail, but I believe the power of the R90 uncovered the "weak flywheel bolts" issue. These bolts ...

8 years ago
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Home Mechanic: More reliable fuses

What you say about weather may be a factor I hadn't considered. I've always lived in the Atlanta area where it's generally hot and humid. But I do kno...

8 years ago
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