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Ta, I was looking for the info about the CCT tool
i can make hundreds of those in lovely stainless steel :thumbsup: how many would you like sir :rolleyes:
maviczap
06-01-15, 06:41 PM
1 or 2 would be great :thumbsup:
Corny Gizmo
07-01-15, 01:49 PM
I have never fitted one before so opted for sticky tabs and self tappers just incase, Once cleaned and lined up I didnt trust the sticky tabs if im honest, didnt feel very secure, so thats when I threw the screws in.
Screws only took an extra ten minutes and good for peace of mind :)
i can make hundreds of those in lovely stainless steel :thumbsup: how many would you like sir :rolleyes:
1 or 2 would be great :thumbsup:
and another here :)
andrewsmith
07-01-15, 04:54 PM
i can make hundreds of those in lovely stainless steel :thumbsup: how many would you like sir :rolleyes:
EBay special batch
Coolant change on the VFR. Fairly easy job apart from an additional drain plug under left front cylinder which is a pain to get at. Then spent 3 hours looking for a dropped fairing screw. Argh.
master1611
25-01-15, 12:26 PM
I Plan on Installing a few new items to my k9 SV
Wezmoto Braided brake lines
referb the front calipers
Install intergrated LED Indicator mirrors / Flush mount Indicators
New LED Number plate light
proguard bar ends
Install Regina Chain + Sprockets
And finally service + wash the bike
may not get it all done today though ha ha
carelesschucca
25-01-15, 01:23 PM
The back end of the Street! Its scares me senseless, what do all these wires do? I'm pretty sure I could cut em all and the bike willl still work. :D
Sir Trev
25-01-15, 03:19 PM
Bathroom extractor fan. Stopped working several days ago and after crawling past the water tanks in the loft I managed to get to it (attached to a joist in line with the flexi hoses) only to find the fuse is fine, the wiring al in place but... no continuity across the motor. Rats. Disconnected it all and got it to the bench in the garage and put power across it and yep, nothing. And of course you always find out just after all the electrical factors and builders merchants that stock them have closed for the weekend.
Sir Trev. Classic case of sods law.
I've been playing with this today. Its for a friend who wants his talk talk youview box to talk wirelessly to the router.
Tested on my PVR and works well.
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/01/25/ec329ebbfc60711747a7f7e18073f998.jpg
dirtydog
25-01-15, 06:26 PM
Today was mostly taking the Shogun apart to fix it and swearing at the Raptor for not working properly
atassiedevil
26-01-15, 09:21 AM
Laid most of the concrete for the floor to the shed over the weekend. Achey, but worth it. Next step finish it off, then start putting up the frame.
Doing a bit of DIY dentisty as I am waiting to have a root canal on the 4th...
Doing a bit of DIY dentisty as I am waiting to have a root canal on the 4th...
Playing with the dremel drill?
Yes its a bit difficult but a big improvement over a needle file.
Sir Trev
26-01-15, 11:53 AM
Seen the Dustin Hoffman film called Marathon Man? Not for those squeamish about the dentist!!
Only if you have a steady hand.
Just made a step so the glue will hold on the bit of tooth that's lef. Hollowed out the old crown. Filled with toothy pets dental cement and voila.
Long as I m gentile with it I'm hopping it's going to last for a week....
"Is it safe"
This was a reference to the film. 😉
Ah been ages since I've watched it.
It's painful to do it on your own without a local.
andrewsmith
26-01-15, 01:25 PM
Don't watch gone girl
Diy dentistry to the extreme
Power commander V installed. Torn my fingers up a bit as its a tight fiddly job. Lots of money in the swear jar today.
Fixed loose mirror and temporarily taped up an indicator as I smashed it in two.
Got new tyres which are excellent! But the tyre fitter put the pressures at 30psi front and rear, sounds a little low to me but still handles well
dirtydog
27-01-15, 06:26 AM
I think they're meant to be 33 front and 36 rear for a pointy and 32/36 for a curvy
andrewsmith
27-01-15, 07:27 AM
I think they're meant to be 33 front and 36 rear for a pointy and 32/36 for a curvy
33/ 33 or 36/ 36 works fine on either
I found 32/36 worked for me.
Adjusted the rear washer jet so the next hero that thinks sitting on the volvo rear bumper while we wait for the lorry to overtake his mate can get a clue about the 2 second rule....
dirtydog
27-01-15, 12:23 PM
I found 32/36 worked for me.
That's what I run in my curvy
Thanks you lot. I'll go with 32/36 and see how I get on. Just need a nice dry day now!
Today I've been striping down the front end of the VFR. Forks need some paint.http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/01/31/09278aca4b649d57044f4b99e0886727.jpg
Fruity-ya-ya
31-01-15, 07:37 PM
Finally worked out how to get the top cover off the radiator in the kitchen to clean inside it!
It's annoyed me for ages and I finally worked out that the plastic clips (noticed they are C shaped) at the bottom spin to release the sides and then the lid came off.
Sounds simple and it is but not obvious until you lay on the floor swearing at it :)
My replacement foot peg rubber came so as long as the weather holds I'll be laid down in the garden fitting that in the morning.
I hope it warms up for you
Today I performed some surgery on an old air filter and threw some jets in the carbs to suit. Hopefully they'll be a decent match on the road bike and can get shifted into the race bike. Also repacked the race bike's micron can in the hope of having a nice safe line under the dB limit.
Jambo
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andrewsmith
31-01-15, 11:24 PM
675 kit
Spraying forks
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/01/6bce69929cd9e6fb4d985c3f974d1eac.jpg
Dave20046
01-02-15, 10:02 PM
Little upgrade
http://i243.photobucket.com/albums/ff246/dave20046/650S/05724F41-4E54-49D4-9F02-734D51DAB15D_zpsjfqo1632.jpg
Re-enabling cloud printing to my android devices. It seems to have gone walkabout.
Sir Trev
08-02-15, 01:40 PM
A drill. I got a sparrow terrace for my birthday the other week and as it was nice and mild today I fished out the long ladder to install it. Also blocked up the gaps to stop the little blighters nesting under my tiles. Fingers crossed.
A sparrow terrace! I might have to a pigeon palace.
Dave20046
08-02-15, 03:38 PM
Changed the locks, I made a little puzzle for myself by dropping all the levers...
Corny Gizmo
09-02-15, 11:23 AM
Got round to servicing Suki Yesterday and getting the gizmo on :)
Oil Change - Check
Oil Filter Change - Check
Air Filter Change - Check
Add Gizmo - Check
Tidy all wires and Alarm etc - Check
All done in the comfort of my living room!
Got round to servicing Suki Yesterday
All done in the comfort of my living room!
Without pics it never happened ;)
Corny Gizmo
09-02-15, 01:24 PM
ahem... :)
http://imagizer.imageshack.us/v2/280x200q90/631/MHvSEb.jpg (http://imageshack.com/f/hjMHvSEbj)
RJohnny
09-02-15, 02:03 PM
After riding to work I noticed my exhaust is a bit drunk, guess I'll be adjusting and tightening the clamps when I get home - when it cools down of course!
atassiedevil
09-02-15, 02:41 PM
Stripping the carbs on one of the VF1000s, to find they've been reassembled with gasket sealant, which has gone everywhere.
So, taking my time and doing things properly.
Once its done, its up for sale as i've another bike coming.
Citizen
09-02-15, 08:47 PM
R6 throttle change and I also polished up the bar ends so they are nice and shiny rather than rusty black!
Also started tinkering with the front brakes but got a bit chilly so gave up...job for another day
Finished bleeding the brakes on the 2 track bikes, that's 2 dry front systems, and 1 dry rear plus a fluid change on a rear that had older fluid from one 500ml bottle with some spare left for top ups.
You really don't need much :)
Jambo
More tinkering with the VFR today. Forks have been curing/drying for the last week so I can start to rebuild the front end. First I have to clean, polish and spray the ABS rotor which was going furry. Roll on March.
I also discovered that the heat gun trick also works on scuffed crash sliders. Just file and sand to remove digs and scratches. Get it as smooth as you can then heat gently with the gun. Stop once it starts to go shiny and wet and let it cool. Most of the remaining scratches should just merge as the plastic softens. Just don't over do it.
Shawthing
14-02-15, 10:33 PM
Stripped and cleaned rear brake calliper:
http://i1134.photobucket.com/albums/m617/shawthing3/rearcaliper_zps5879a40f.jpg (http://s1134.photobucket.com/user/shawthing3/media/rearcaliper_zps5879a40f.jpg.html)
Sir Trev
15-02-15, 05:18 PM
Installed the replacement inline bathroom extractor fan which finally arrived on Friday. My knees hurt from crawling around on the loft rafters now - must get some pads if I have to go up there again.
Nutsinatin
15-02-15, 06:07 PM
Started to bond with the new SV, put some cotton reels on so I could get it up to clean and lube the chain, adjusted the clutch freeplay and tested everything was still working. Installed the straps for my new Kriega tail and tank bag, hopefully this scratches less than my old magnetic one, ignition barrel had a trick turn and the tank has to be forced to line up to bolt it back down, just like my last bike :)
Fired the race bike up for tomorrow's acu test. It popped and banged like a good'un. Carbs had recently come from my road bike but were rechecked. Area checked for air leaks, cam timing checked as I had recently fitted cams from a k5 and only fired it up briefly since. Much fart arsing about later it clears its throat and idles beautifully. Many jobs that would have been done were lost chasing that bloody fault. Help was given by Sid Squid who managed not to point out that it had worked just fine before I fiddled with it. Much. Hurumph. At least it seems happy for now.
Jambo
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Removed the chinese black double-bubble (which was better than the stock screen) and replaced it with a genuine Suzuki touring screen. A little less agressive looking, but looks far better than short stock screen.
http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/15/02/18/efd6d54a65f14ee8ad709895d96fc9af.jpg
Slowly coming back together. Forks painted. Polishing my bolts too.
maviczap
18-02-15, 03:08 PM
Straightened the rear derailleur hanger on a colleagues push bike using this method
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Really simple & did the job without having to buy an expensive tool.
Fitted replacement derailleur, changed the cable, cleaned and lubed the chain
Also stripped another bike down to the bare frame
Geodude
19-02-15, 09:19 AM
Polishing my bolts too.
Dedication or ocd :D ;)
Dedication or ocd :D ;)
A bit of each I think. Look at the grey dull bolts holding the mudguard. They're now shiny and bright.
Spent a bit more time in garage reassembling the VFR. Forks, brakes and wheel all now fitted. However had nightmare with the upper fairing. Loads of wires to connect while balancing the thing. Rubber gromits kept popping out and disappearing on the garage floor. Then I find one indicator and the two dipped headlights don't work so off again. Indicator bulb was blown but headlight bulbs were fine. Fuses checked. Fine. Headlight relay? Disconnected relay and sprayed contact cleaner on terminals. Tried bulb and it still didn't work. tried same bulb on high beam and now that doesn't work. Argh! To cut a long story short, all now working but I need to buy two headlight bulbs. No idea what the problem was but the relay was the chief suspect.
Replaced the split hose from the turbo to the intercooler
Max power!!
Two new H7 bulbs bought and fitted. Also a new indicator bulb which for some reason is a capless type and cost over £4.
I bought xenon bulbs and you can see the extra brightness.
Sorted out a small coolant leak on the header tank.
Sprayed ACF50 everywhere and then start installing the RH fairing lower.
jeeezuzz John you have prepped your bike for winter.. summer is coming :-)
Lol. Well I've found that the next few weeks still have a bad affect on the bike. There's still loads of salt on the roads. The full fairing doesn't help as it traps the salt too
Fairing is on. VFR now in the drive ready for a good bath and a polish
atassiedevil
23-02-15, 01:03 PM
Had the carbs apart again on the 2nd VF1000 over the weekend. It's now running properly, but won't idle for long.
Suspect thats a fuel pump issue though, that i should fix tomorrow. MOT time in any case!
Need to get it moved for bike no6....
Nutsinatin
23-02-15, 09:11 PM
Gave the bike a full wash and fitted my new hugger and fender extender, fitted the top box arms and found the free plate didn't fit so had to buy one,then removed top box arms, adjusted the angle of the front brake lever and stuck all the pads on the rad guard. Rad guard and crash bungs to fit tomorrow, then I need to go through my SV spares and shift some of my duplicate parts, oh and ride the thing!
Fitted a 2nd hand Hyperpro shock to the road SV over the weekend. It was a bit of a sod to fit as it's wider than stock so my usual trick of just lifting the rear wheel and inserting it in the space between the linkage and swingarm didn't work terribly well. Eventually got it in after reducing the shock length to about the same as an OE shock which is fine for now anyway.
The lower linkage got greased but I think the bearing and inner surface for the bottom shock mount is beyond saving and will need to be replaced.
Initial feelings are good, definitely an improvement over the 35,000 mile OE shock, and a nice present as the bike comes up on 70,000 miles on the clocks which is I think only about 60,000 on the chassis, and a complete lottery on the motor, she's a bit of a bitza but works rather nicely.
Jambo
I have fitted some new renthal soft compound grips to replace to hard heated grips which let through a lot of vibes. New grips are superb and I do recommend them to anyone thinking about new grips. Cheap too, only about £7.50.
Also given some bar end mirrors a go as they too were cheap. They are much better than I expected although it is a little odd having to move your head instead of just an eye movement. Also massively improves the aesthetics imo.
http://s22.postimg.org/5iqc88io1/HCR.jpg
carelesschucca
06-03-15, 09:15 PM
I've got tinkering for you Lance :)
i'm hoping that Sunday will see me over at yours tinkering with you... oohhh sorry your bike..
carelesschucca
06-03-15, 09:28 PM
Cool you can get hugs and cuddles :smt008
TheRamJam
09-03-15, 11:13 AM
My front brakes where dragging a little so I took the wheel off and gave the calipers and pistons a good old clean. While I was at it i've replaced the caliper bolts, mudguard screws, pinch bolts, tank cover screws with Ti replacements. I've also ordered Ti replacements for the front brake disc bolts, rear disc bolts, sprocket nuts, and suspension linkage bolts. Fitted the GiPro too :)
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c177/cmcfa2/2015-03-07%2019.54.57.jpg (http://s27.photobucket.com/user/cmcfa2/media/2015-03-07%2019.54.57.jpg.html)
http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c177/cmcfa2/2015-03-07%2021.33.39.jpg (http://s27.photobucket.com/user/cmcfa2/media/2015-03-07%2021.33.39.jpg.html)http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c177/cmcfa2/2015-03-08%2017.32.55.jpg (http://s27.photobucket.com/user/cmcfa2/media/2015-03-08%2017.32.55.jpg.html)
atassiedevil
09-03-15, 11:49 AM
Sorted the 2nd VF1000F, now running properly and idling. Carb balance, and decide if i sell or keep.
gt900uk
13-03-15, 06:25 PM
http://i366.photobucket.com/albums/oo101/gt900uk/df5533f0808dfc2cc41f5bb1a1bc08df.jpg
Got these bits to get fitted, powdercoater has covered the machined section that the calipers mount to. Should I remove it or just bung the calipers on there?
You might need to ream out various holes with a drill bit or a tap if threaded. They do tend to get clogged.
gt900uk
13-03-15, 06:33 PM
All the threads are good as we discussed covering everything including the machined caliper mounts. Obviously just forgot about those but not sure how much of an issue it will be.
maviczap
13-03-15, 06:36 PM
Make sure there's no powdercoat residue left in the threads it's the best threadlock known to mankind.
And as Admin has said,
maviczap
13-03-15, 06:38 PM
Sorry bit slow here, trying to type on a bus with a wanna be Lewis Hamilton at the wheel.
andrewsmith
13-03-15, 07:03 PM
Re tap the threads as it won't affect the performance
Yes the tap will just clean out the threads. No need to touch the metal.
If you are mounting components metal to metal your not going to get the same torque with the pliable powder coating.
Took my SV off its stands. The upgraded front end and overhauled brakes felt good on a tiny run out! I even managed to paint the exhaust (using stove paint so that I didn't have to remove it again) and fitted some foot peg riser plates. Rear brake is to overhaul next, then sort out the fairing.
garynortheast
22-03-15, 09:04 PM
Spent all afternoon swapping the European headlight unit on my curvy for a British one. Gave me the chance to tidy up a couple of small odds and ends while I was at it. Got it all back together again and discovered the front brake light switch is playing up and the large block connector behind the top fairing is a bit intermittent, causing the headlights to come on in random fashion when I switch them on. Grrrr! Back off with the fairings again tomorrow to sort it out.
Still, at least it'll give me the chance to reconnect the sidelight which I forgot to do when I was putting it all back together this evening.
swaffle
23-03-15, 10:34 AM
I know this was yesterday but it was far too sunny to be indoors telling you about my tinkering at the time.... fit my viper carbon to my K1 yesterday... purrrs allot happier now :)
SvNewbie
23-03-15, 11:02 AM
Fitted one of Bibio's gadgets to wire in my GPS, easy to fit and does exactly what it says on the tin. Hardest part was figuring out how to route the GPS cable up to the front of the bike.
Then spent a couple of hours trying to get the PoS Chinese bike my friend bought last year to start.
Yesterday was spent trying to fit 2 sets of race bodywork to 2 Sv650 race bikes.
Bearing in mind the fairings were specific to the SV650 99-02, the fit was not what you'd expect. Many, many hours and I was only assisting. What a pain in the backside, should have just fitted a belly pan and front number board.
Jambo
JohnyMST
23-03-15, 03:32 PM
Doing something to the bike for last month :D yesterday was a good day:
http://i.imgur.com/nrbPUZ1.jpg
And after:
http://i.imgur.com/HR7HFSq.jpg
maviczap
23-03-15, 07:46 PM
Makes a nice change from polished alloy
shiftin_gear98
24-03-15, 08:36 AM
Spent my evening lying on my back..
But I now have working washer jets on the family bus again, sodding Renault Scenic...
Wasn't much fun going down the motorway the other day and being able to see less than when on the bike.
God bless track pumps. Clears the pipework lovely.
Fruity-ya-ya
24-03-15, 02:54 PM
Found emulsified oil in the airbox!
Cleaned the blowby filter, ordered a new air filter (ready anyway).
While I was spending bagged a new set of braded hoses so I know what ill be doing if I dont get called out to work at the weekend :)
Littlepeahead
24-03-15, 09:41 PM
I've bought a bike sat nav, the Garmin 660. So I've spent the evening fiddling about with all the settings. Come the weekend I'll wire it into the bike, just need to get the bare wires and connectors crimped, and as I don't own any crimpers I shall be fluttering my eyelashes at the company electrician tomorrow and asking for his assistance.
drilling out disc buttons and scuffing the rotors then installing serviceable buttons.
why am i doing this.. coz i'm board and i want to :-)
only joking.. i have done it because i got cracked crinkle washers and it was causing vibes so i'm giving this a shot to see if it works rather than buying new discs. i have two sets of discs so if it works i will have 2 sets of discs again, one set for each front wheel i have (i have a swapout wheel)
reinstating all the front braking system after its yearly strip and service. just have to do a second 'pump'n'close' bleed tomorrow.
andrewsmith
27-03-15, 06:24 PM
reinstating all the front braking system after its yearly strip and service. just have to do a second 'pump'n'close' bleed tomorrow.
Got the swingarm sorted
not yet but i have a cunning plan.
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