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Argh! Oil drain plug stripped out
6 Attachment(s) Argh! Oil drain plug stripped out

A few months back, during my road trip to N Cali and while changing the oil on my Hayabusa. I carelessly stripped out the oil drain plug. My heart just sank when I felt the wrench go loose only after a few snug turns.:banghead This is the first time this has ever happened to me. From what I hear, this happens alot with Suzuki oil pans. The plug still felt slightly snug and there were no signs of leakage. So I safety wired the plug back up, crossing my fingers in hopes that it... Read more
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38 26,222 05-03-2013 10:47 AM by Mylimited12busa Go to last post
 
Trip computer
Trip computer
Reading in Imperial

I have a 1999 Hayabussa, Recently I have been using the trip computer.
However I find its reading in Litres irritating.
Is it possible to set this to display it’s reading in Gallons?
Any help gratefully received.
Thanks
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1 273 05-03-2013 10:38 AM by Mylimited12busa Go to last post
 
How to install a tire plug
How to install a tire plug
Eric Deslauriers

Plugging a tire / fixing a tubeless tire flat while on the road
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7 6,040 04-09-2013 10:27 PM by edeslaur Go to last post
 
This Is How To Lube Up Your Ear Plugs
This Is How To Lube Up Your Ear Plugs

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2 676 02-11-2013 05:55 AM by Turkus Go to last post
 
Make your own LED brake light
2 Attachment(s) Make your own LED brake light

ok was driving by a semi and really liked how bright the rear LED tail lights were. so stopped by semi supply store in West Sacramento and bought a 60 LED stop,turn, running light for $34.00 for Light, gromet, and pigtail. drilled 3 holes with 2 1/2 holesaw, shaved some plastic ran three wires. Red is running light, black is brake, white is ground and WOW :) . Very noticable in daylight and even more at night. Must be getting old as i am thinking of amber LED's with quick... Read more
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10 35,692 10-04-2012 06:49 AM by packnrat Go to last post
 
How to stop thieves - Installing a ground anchor
How to stop thieves - Installing a ground anchor

I’ve just moved to a new home near Bristol, England and decided to install a built-in ground anchor. I chose the highly recommended Y-max 90. It’s big enough to take my 19mm heavy duty, uncroppable Almax Immobiliser IV chain hooked onto an anti-pinch pin. I’ve never drilled into or mixed concrete before so this was new territory. Still, as they say on Top Gear: “How hard can it be?” http://www.easyfreesmileys.com/smileys/thinking-020.gif
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13 6,901 09-14-2011 08:01 AM by packnrat Go to last post
 
Helmet locks GL1800
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Helmet locks are a pain in the butt on the GL1800. Particularly if you have a Nolan helmet with the quick release latch. I don't like releasing two latches for two helmets. More than two helmets is a pain also. So here's what I did so I only have to undo one lock - (this is the first one so I'm going to clean it up - use smaller crimps) but it cost less than 2 bucks and 10 minutes work. Went to lowes and bought plastic coated wire (2 feet) And a couple crimps ($1.50) ... Read more
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5 8,674 09-01-2011 02:48 AM by packnrat Go to last post
 
DIY piston rings
DIY piston rings

If you can't find piston rings for your Spagthorpe Whippet or other obscure machine, here's a link from the XS650 site on how to make your own:- http://users.tpg.com.au/agnet/make%20piston%20rings.html
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4 4,356 08-31-2011 09:54 PM by cywelchjr Go to last post
 
Re-covering motorcycle seat
Re-covering motorcycle seat

A quick how-to about re-covering a motorcycle seat
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3 4,486 08-28-2011 06:28 AM by PEFLYERS Go to last post
 
V star 650 bobber garage build kjs carb paughco frisco style gas tank jersey style
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0 11,977 03-16-2011 08:06 PM by francocali Go to last post
 
Tool canister from SS toilet plunger holder
Tool canister from SS toilet plunger holder

I've often thought that a cylinder opposite my bike's muffler would make a great place for a cargo or tool holder. Inspired by a portion of this other Pashnit thread, here's my execution of that idea. http://www.pashnit.com/forum/showthread.php?t=28410&highlight=tw200+adventure Oggi brand stainless steel toilet plunger, model 7141 (plunger discarded) with its holder can: $20 online from BBQGuys.com. http://www.a-whole-nother.org/images/IMG_1047r8.JPG Overall view... Read more
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6 6,880 03-14-2011 01:53 PM by riverguy9 Go to last post
 
**Updated Photos**How To Install Cigarette Lighter Type Power Outlets
**Updated Photos**How To Install Cigarette Lighter Type Power Outlets

Just thought I'd post a "how to" since I didn't see one online anywhere for this simple mod. Aimed at "idiots" like me that need pictures to understand what anybody is talking about...so apologies in advance for the slow load time... If you've got a basic garden variety sportbike like me, then you may have noticed that they lack auxiliary power outlets like some fancy touring bikes have. And if you're like me, you occasionally forget to charge your iPod or cellphone... Read more
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31 73,193 02-13-2011 07:46 PM by oneclassic70 Go to last post
 
Cycra Handguards - Custom LED Turn Signal Install
Cycra Handguards - Custom LED Turn Signal Install

On my last bike (XRR) I installed a Trail Tech 8” race light and started trying to figure out the best place to re-locate the front turn signals to. I couldn’t find a place where they wouldn’t look like crap so I ended up just leaving the front turn signals off completely until I could come up with a better solution, which brings us to now. A friend ordered a set of Zeta hand guards with built in LED turn signals for his WR250R, I really liked the built in blinkers on the Zeta’s…… but... Read more
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0 6,301 01-14-2011 03:43 PM by Hodakaguy Go to last post
 
How to...  Installing heated handgrips - pics, pics
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Got home today, and rolled the Hayabusa into the garage, and noted that the handlegrips were pretty warm. Ah, these heated handlegrips are pretty nice I thought, shoulda done this ten years ago. If only I woulda known. :rolleyes So had these laying around, thought I'd post these pics, you can see not too hard. Kit comes like this. A mere $36. Linky - got these from Adventure MotoStuff #2 - what stock looks like 13025
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37 29,210 12-14-2010 09:09 AM by ducat Go to last post
 
Air Compressor Add On
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It was supposed to rain today so I scheduled the day for chores here at the house and the installation of some wiring for an air compressor I've been meaning to modify for use on the STeed. While I didn't get out for a ride on this beautiful fall day, I did get the air compressor done. Check it out HERE. It's supposed to be nice again tomorrow.............................. :riding C'ya!
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11 9,889 09-16-2010 06:20 PM by mooseye Go to last post
 
And the Yamaharley is born ...
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I have been looking at various fairing options for my bike. $1400 bucks for a piece of fiber glass and 4 speakers just seems outrageous even to me, the master of overkill. But ... I found an option that the tinker inside me can love. I love the Ultra Classic Bat Wing fairing look, and as close to a Harley as my bike already looks, it seemed like a good fit ... so with a little help from my master sheet metal worker, a Dremel tool and some patience, the inner fairing was finally... Read more
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9 7,878 09-09-2010 07:59 AM by CRASH Go to last post
 
Making a Hitch for a Motorcycle
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One of the readers of my blog asked how I made the hitch for the Silverwing. So I fired him off a couple of photos and a drawing of my home made hitch. This one is made for the Silverwing but I thought it could be the basis for any hitch on any motorcycle. If you are inclined to make a hitch for your bike this may give you a starting point and shows how I made mine.
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6 9,916 02-16-2010 12:23 PM by cswenson Go to last post
 
Who needs a tire machine?  Change your own!
1 Attachment(s) Who needs a tire machine? Change your own!

Stole this link from another moto forum. Dunno if I'm ambitious enough to do this, but the vid makes it look pretty straight-forward. (Although I'm not sure whether I'd do this while listening to a Requiem... hmmm.) Tutorial on changing sportbike motorcycle tires
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24 35,420 02-15-2010 02:21 AM by mr_belay Go to last post
 
simple handlebar switch
3 Attachment(s) simple handlebar switch

I used a 3 amp switch from radio shack, a small piece of 5/16 I.D tube and a zip tie, it could be tied to the grip, handlebar or anywhere on the bike for accessories. you could even mount two switches for two accessories one above and one below.
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7 20,507 02-06-2010 04:11 AM by Edelweiss Go to last post
 
Overheat fix (cheap) for Goldwing
Overheat fix (cheap) for Goldwing

The 2005 or earlier Goldwings have a tendancy to overheat at low speeds (between 16 - 24 mph). I found out about it in rush hour traffic in Atlanta. Some say it is because the air flow and radiator fans fight each other, but here's what I did and it seems to work fine. Cheap Fix - nothing fancy here.
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5 11,967 01-31-2010 07:10 PM by Billy368 Go to last post
 
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