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Richard W
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1979 r80/7 buzz in headlight bucket

fyi- the buzz was from the headlight relay. the cause was corroded plug-ins at the starter relay. the ignition switch was bad, which confused the si...

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Bad news from mechanic leak down test

I've been working on motorcycle engines professionally since ~1969, so when I say I'm not a big fan of the "blow down test" maybe you'll hear me out. ...

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1979 r80/7 replacement ignition switch

Mottorad Elektrik has a replacement with two keys for $149.99. Call Rick and ask if you have questions. Oh man, those guys are great ! I bought a h...

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1979 r80/7 replacement ignition switch

Finding a switch to do the electrical task is fairly easy. Finding one that will fit in the allotted physical space is the real test. I looked for sev...

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What airhead to buy

Is this a question for the technical forum? I think not. It's your thread; it's your information. Why not keep all your toys in one pile ? Int...

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Why do twin-shock models prevail ?

...the search engine on the NTSB is an exercise in futility demanding barley therapy to recover from. I feel your pain, brother ! 😛

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

â–º Allow me to clarify.... When you re-pack the head post bearings, you don't fully disassemble the bike. Place a jack under the exhaust pipe or oil p...

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200,000

Hey, let me be the first to congratulate !!

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

Many thanks. I forgot to mention I bought a new set of shocks about 15 years ago during my last ramp-up to restoration. They were Korean something or ...

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

FRONT BRAKES Don't even think about riding the bike until the fluid and pads are changed. â–º The 2 rubber brake hoses should be replaced with Teflon...

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