Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
13-03-24, 02:52 PM
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Replies: 3
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Re: 60°F/16°C March 13 Cleethorpes
I could give you a few things to worry about but will resist<grin> ;-)
BTW.
I used to like going to Cleethorpes when it had the Motorcycle bay on the front and get a bag of chips and a cup of...
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Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
09-03-24, 02:02 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,897
Re: running on one
Once you can get the carbs balanced it does no harm to run some fuel/petrol cleaner. I put a couple of egg-cup fulls in every few tanks. I always keep my eyes out in ASDA as they sometimes have a...
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Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues
04-03-24, 10:17 AM
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Replies: 5
Views: 394
Re: Front right caliper
I've tried a few Calliper service kits over the years and they never lasted for me. Same for Master Cylinder kits. I replace the whole units now. Even a good 2nd hand one is usually a better deal...
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Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
02-03-24, 02:46 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,897
Re: running on one
Great news :)
I've been servicing CV carbs for around 20 years now 1st on my old Hondas and now my SV. Icing on the cake when all good is the ,"Carb Balance",
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Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues
29-02-24, 04:00 PM
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Replies: 2,785
Views: 506,131
Re: What have you tinkered with today?
I pay my Road Tax monthly. I don't feel so much then :)
I've changed to using dielectric grease as an anti-seize on bolts as recommended by Boat builders and Aircraft mechs . Anywhere where...
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Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
27-02-24, 11:54 AM
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,897
Re: running on one
I had to drill out a couple. I ended up using a left hand drill bit. Don't use easi-outs. I had to replace one with a small nut and bolt.
A cheap kit like this did the job fine,
Left hand drill...
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Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
16-02-24, 07:14 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,897
Re: running on one
Please send for the service kit. There's no point in putting the old Float Needle Valve back in. The base-filter unit can be cleaned but they come with the kit so put the new one in. The Float Needle...
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Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
15-02-24, 09:28 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,897
Re: running on one
I'd check the float height in that carb and reset it if required.
I would replace the float needle valve/s as well and the base and filter that are included in these kits. A lot of the stuff in...
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Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues
02-02-24, 11:02 AM
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Replies: 6
Views: 459
Re: This here lovely SV650s....
I use my SV650 all year round as it's my only Automotive transport. How come if I go to the shops on it,which are say a couple of miles away ,when I get home me fully working trip meter says I've...
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Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
24-01-24, 12:57 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,033
Re: 25 years
I'm sorry you had that grey one nicked. I'm not usually a fan of faired Motorcycles but that Grey one is beautiful IMHO but they are both great :)
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Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
24-01-24, 12:53 PM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,033
Re: 25 years
Thanks for that and it sill feels and rides like a much younger bike. Still nippy and good MPG :)
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Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
21-01-24, 10:57 AM
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Replies: 32
Views: 2,033
Re: 25 years
I've only had my 99 since 2017 but happy Birthday to me 99 :D
https://i.imgur.com/cXgiP0D.jpg
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Forum: Idle Banter
19-01-24, 11:43 AM
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Replies: 11,270
Views: 6,062,101
Re: Gripe of the day - What is yours?
Best of luck. It took best part of 3 years on-and-off and Cortisone injections and Physio to get my shoulder back to half decent after an industrial accident years ago :/
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Forum: Idle Banter
15-01-24, 03:37 PM
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Replies: 6,385
Views: 1,469,028
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Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
10-01-24, 10:03 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 977
Re: SV650S Fork leg bottom bolt leak
That's what I have seen in posts. The SV650 has been the perfect fit for me. I have some shoulder/neck and muscle problems so a heavier bike could well be a chore at my age. I love the ease with...
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Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
09-01-24, 03:29 PM
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Replies: 9
Views: 977
Re: SV650S Fork leg bottom bolt leak
Same here. Every now and then I keep thinking of getting an SV1000 as the SV650 is the biggest bike I've owned but then I get on the SV650 and that smooth torque and sheer ,"Throwabailty" and the...
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Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
07-01-24, 07:04 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,897
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Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
06-01-24, 08:50 PM
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Replies: 33
Views: 2,897
Re: running on one
Yes. Failing or failed Petcock and float heights incorrect/stuck. Has happened to me on one of my old Hondas with CV carbs when the bike was left on the side-stand. The fuel also got past the inlet...
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Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues
05-01-24, 03:50 PM
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Replies: 2,785
Views: 506,131
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Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues
29-12-23, 05:42 PM
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Replies: 2,785
Views: 506,131
Re: What have you tinkered with today?
Do yourself a favour and secure the wire near the unit as per the picture below using a tie-wrap otherwise the wire will flex and wear and then short. It's a design flaw in this type of unit,
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Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues
21-12-23, 10:49 AM
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Replies: 9
Views: 1,019
Re: Battery tenders
I have an Oxford optimizer on the Wall of my garage and I fitted a fused SAE connector under my rear seat on my 99. I had one fail and it was because of a Design weakness because the 12V wire flexes...
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Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
04-12-23, 12:08 PM
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Replies: 15
Views: 3,710
Re: Front fork Springs help
I changed my Fork to 15w Smith & Allen.Excellent stuff at a good price. Super solid and planted even on fast bends.No ,"Bouncy Bouncy" on the Goat-Track small back roads I like :)
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Forum: Idle Banter
01-12-23, 12:20 PM
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Replies: 11,270
Views: 6,062,101
Re: Gripe of the day - What is yours?
Only took me about 30 mins to make and once pumped up it leaves both hands free and I'm sure I can get the axle exactly aligned when required :)
If you change your own tyres don't forget to fit a...
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Forum: Idle Banter
01-12-23, 11:55 AM
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Replies: 11,270
Views: 6,062,101
Re: Gripe of the day - What is yours?
+10 :)
The bendy Plug spanner is a must. I even use the back of it to take out my Rad bolts when checking my front plug and or doing a Carb sync :D
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Forum: Idle Banter
01-12-23, 11:40 AM
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Replies: 11,270
Views: 6,062,101
Re: Gripe of the day - What is yours?
Just as an aside I made this for the next time I need to raise and fit my rear wheel off the ground and align the axle from an idea on the US SV site,
https://i.imgur.com/YusbMRZ.jpg
Using...
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