Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
25-04-23, 04:20 PM
|
Replies: 3
Views: 479
Mouse Proofing Air Box (Pointy)
Hi,
Has anyone had problems with mice getting into the airbox? I had an incident in the past with my Honda CBR600 which was normally parked outside, the little buggers just about filled the...
|
Forum: For Sale - Other Bikes and General biking items
03-02-23, 04:33 PM
|
Replies: 0
Views: 1,193
Optimate Battery Connection Lead (old type) Free
Hi,
I have one of the older type Optimate battery connection things, I would have said unused but there are little scratches on the rings so maybe it was fitted. I can't remember. Crimps are 6mm...
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
23-11-21, 03:01 PM
|
Replies: 8
Views: 1,391
Re: SV650S L2 Brake Hoses
On compatibility, the answer from Hel is that the three model ranges differ only in the length of the front hoses, the fittings are the same.
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
21-11-21, 08:19 AM
|
Replies: 8
Views: 1,391
Re: SV650S L2 Brake Hoses
That's a valid point, there's nothing wrong with the original hoses if they're in good condition. The biggest difference I've found is making sure the calipers are completely clean and free. However...
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
20-11-21, 06:08 PM
|
Replies: 14
Views: 2,630
Re: Quiet exhaust
I was certainly aware when I was swapping them over, but the weight isn't noticeable (to me) when riding. I was a bit concerned before, my previous K6 had a carbon fibre Remus can that although...
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
20-11-21, 06:04 PM
|
Replies: 8
Views: 1,391
Re: SV650S L2 Brake Hoses
Thanks. Particularly your picture hel3 answers one of my questions, you've been able to route both lines through the single clip on the lower bracket. I'm not particularly expecting improved...
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
20-11-21, 03:53 PM
|
Replies: 13
Views: 4,196
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
20-11-21, 03:49 PM
|
Replies: 14
Views: 2,630
Re: Quiet exhaust
My Pointy L2 came with a rather noisy can. Too noisy for me to the extent I felt really self conscious in traffic. The seller also included the original standard exhaust so I've swapped back to that...
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
20-11-21, 03:16 PM
|
Replies: 8
Views: 1,391
SV650S L2 Brake Hoses
Hi,
I need to replace the brake hoses. From what I have seen it appears everyone tends to go for the "race" pattern at the front, with two full length lines and a double banjo at the master...
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
20-11-21, 01:41 PM
|
Replies: 55
Views: 16,214
Re: Advice on front fork springs
I blocked mine with epoxy. However when I temporarily used a different set of forks I simply dropped in the emulators with no damper rod mods. I didn't detect a bit difference to be honest. The holes...
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
30-07-20, 03:26 PM
|
Replies: 6
Views: 1,053
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
20-05-20, 08:07 AM
|
Replies: 18
Views: 3,887
Re: Intermittent Starter Problem - 650 Pointy
I don't have the marked up sketch in front of me at the moment, but the changes I was considering would leave the clutch switch operation unchanged from an ECU point of view. Unless the switch...
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
19-05-20, 11:33 AM
|
Replies: 29
Views: 3,341
Re: Fork oil options
My understanding is that oil weight will depend on the spring rate. So a heavier spring, as you have, matches thicker oil.
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
19-05-20, 10:58 AM
|
Replies: 18
Views: 3,887
Re: Intermittent Starter Problem - 650 Pointy
Hi,
I thought I'd updated the thread, sorry. I tested exactly as suggested, next time it didn't fire straightaway I kept the starter button down and clutch held in, and jiggled the clutch lever. ...
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
19-01-20, 03:21 PM
|
Replies: 78
Views: 14,466
Re: Will an R1 front master cylinder fit?
Normal if they're new pads, not really if you're refitting the existing one. However check again after a few miles before worrying. What I sometimes do is try to avoid using the front brake for a...
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
13-01-20, 02:21 PM
|
Replies: 78
Views: 14,466
Re: Will an R1 front master cylinder fit?
You could try a bolt and nut through the disconnected banjo end, with washers either side. You don't need the seal to be perfect, as long as it allows some pressure be developed for a second or so.
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
13-01-20, 01:28 PM
|
Replies: 18
Views: 3,887
Re: Intermittent Starter Problem - 650 Pointy
Thanks. I think replacing the clutch switch might make sense as a precaution.
I might also look at bypassing the side stand switch, or maybe the whole side stand relay stuff. I don't like the...
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
13-01-20, 09:23 AM
|
Replies: 18
Views: 3,887
Re: Intermittent Starter Problem - 650 Pointy
Well this isn't going according to plan, although not necessarily a disaster. I couldn't get it to fail at all at the weekend, so was not able to do any troubleshooting. Looking back there were a...
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
13-01-20, 09:17 AM
|
Replies: 16
Views: 3,790
Re: Putting standard can back on
I sealed mine with a little smear of high temperature silicone. I suspect it's not high temperature enough, but even if that's the case the burned remnants are clearly enough to seal the joints. I...
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
08-01-20, 01:29 PM
|
Replies: 18
Views: 3,887
Re: Intermittent Starter Problem - 650 Pointy
The lights are switched off directly by a second normally closed contact on the starter button. So they switch off any time that button is pressed, irrespective of any interlock on the starter...
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
07-01-20, 07:18 PM
|
Replies: 18
Views: 3,887
Re: Intermittent Starter Problem - 650 Pointy
Thanks, that's interesting. I didn't really think the clutch switch likely, as the only way I get the bike to start when it's in the mood is by switching off and back on. Not by repeatedly pulling...
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
07-01-20, 01:12 PM
|
Replies: 27
Views: 5,592
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
07-01-20, 12:51 PM
|
Replies: 18
Views: 3,887
Intermittent Starter Problem - 650 Pointy
Hi,
I've been having a few issues recently where the starter doesn't work until I switch off and back on a few times, either the ignition or the stop switch. It varies - Monday morning it needed...
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
07-01-20, 12:31 PM
|
Replies: 27
Views: 5,592
|
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking
06-01-20, 04:28 PM
|
Replies: 78
Views: 14,466
Re: Will an R1 front master cylinder fit?
Pretty much the same here, except I start with the jar empty. No real need for fancy one way valves or anything since you can reach the bleed screw with one hand and the brake lever with the other. ...
|