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Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 14-08-18, 10:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,263
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Oil burning after laid up

I have never seen bores scored like that! What on earth was done to them?

SVGrandad
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 22-07-18, 09:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,823
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Cooling fan

My memory of cooling systems is as follows:-
The radiator cap is just a sealing cap enabling radiator filling, the thermostat just allows water to circulate around the cooling system at a preset...
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 27-09-14, 09:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 734
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Bandit runs poorly.

Last time I had a similar problem it was a restricted fuel feed. Carb float chambers filled up slowly, so bike kept stopping as they emptied.
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 13-09-14, 07:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 980
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Curvy won't run above 3000rpm.

Sounds like crud in the main jet to me. Even water in there would have the same effect.
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 19-06-14, 09:11 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,056
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: I think I have blown My engine (curvy)

Apologies Mr Moderator for hijacking this thread earlier - you have got a super gang of helpful guys here who are keen to answer any query!

SVGrandad

Sent by my vostro 1720 using Chrome (!)
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 18-06-14, 10:49 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,056
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: I think I have blown My engine (curvy)

what is a GT-I9505?
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 11-01-13, 04:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 869
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Flat battery after several starts.

Come on Pete7 and 650, Glover2513 stated that it was a BRAND NEW battery
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 10-10-12, 09:49 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,470
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: DRZ flat battery, charging questions.

That Multimeter must be made of gold for over £90!!
I bought an identical one from ebay at around £1, but £6 postage. Some years ago, but it is still a good 'un
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 29-04-12, 09:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,456
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Fitting front wheel bearings?

Hol
From your original query I assume that you put the RHS brg in part way and then the LHS bearing and pulled them together with a bolt. If so, that will not work because the LHS bearing will not...
Forum: Photos 22-02-12, 04:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,289
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Got myself an SV650S!!

Yes, you are right, it was a bit of a wind up! I struggled to find time to clean the bike, let alone modify it.

Cheers
SVGrandad
Forum: Photos 21-02-12, 10:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,289
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Got myself an SV650S!!

How strange SamN - you bought a lovely bike because it was standard, and now want to change it. Does this mean that, by your own buying standards, you are going to modify/devalue it?
Yep, I am an...
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 04-02-12, 09:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,054
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: gap between hugger and tyre

Dont forget that tyres can sometimes pick up grit, stones etc when looking at the clearance.....
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 06-01-12, 10:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,025
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Suzuki Oil Filter tests.

Interesting stuff yoda. One minor point is that the anti drain back valve is there to ensure the engine gets oil as soon as it is started, and not wait for the filter bowl to fill. (How many people...
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 18-10-11, 12:41 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,220
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Recommend me a battery optimiser...

No, dont put two batteries in parallel - one would pull the other down, and if the dead battery was dead because it had a short...............!!
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 01-05-11, 04:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,868
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Scottoiler - Dual Injector - Worthwhile? Waste of Money?

Thanks Mr Squid for that brilliant description of chain construction, and yes, you are right that the chain needs lubricating from one side only - with your vast experience you would rarely if ever...
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 30-04-11, 10:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,397
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Front tyre pressure dropping

From earlier comments about the accuracy of forecourt gauges etc, as long as you use the same one every time it will show up loss of pressure even though it may be inaccurate.
As Villiers implies,...
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 30-04-11, 09:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,868
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Scottoiler - Dual Injector - Worthwhile? Waste of Money?

I found the Scottoiler twin injector excellent. Easier to mount, stays where you put it, and after initial priming it didnt need repriming after the fluid ran low. Could be set to adequately lube the...
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 08-01-11, 11:45 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,421
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Subtle Mods for SV650K6 (New Rider)

Hi Mr Endo,

No-one seems to have mentioned that you can fit a fenda extenda without removing the mud guard, never mind the wheel!
Do the essential mods and them get out and ride it - doing...
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 02-01-11, 09:54 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,166
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Scottoiler nib installation.

Have had no probs at all with a dual injector on my thou. It is quite a sturdy mounting, and the nibs stay where you put them without needing a fiddly wire insert.
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 02-01-11, 09:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,381
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Bar end mirrors for SV1000S?

I fitted Chewy's spacers to my thou and could still see a lot of arm. Changed from textile to leather jacket, and that improved things a lot!
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 04-11-10, 11:39 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,072
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Slipper clutch for SV?

My thou has a slipper clutch, so I am told. I have never felt it operate, and I know for a fact that it didnt stop the rear wheel locking up when trying to bump start it in first gear - and before...
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 27-10-10, 01:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,201
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Battery charging on the bike?

The Optimate Charger comes iirc with a lead and connector for permanently wiring to the battery. Dont forget to use an inline fuse close to the battery terminal if you fit one of these though.
Forum: For Sale - SV's and SV related items 25-10-10, 03:11 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 537
Posted By SVGrandad
For Sale: SV1000S K4 (55 Plate)

Bought new in Oct 55, have only ridden 300 miles in last year, so reluctantly time to sell. Always garaged overnight, with no winter riding.

Details: Lowers, hugger, Meta alarm, onboard Autocom,...
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 17-09-10, 07:08 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,300
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Cheers to the biker who flashed me.

My bike headlights are permanently on, so imo flashing them would not be an effective signal.
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 20-07-10, 09:16 PM
Replies: 208
Views: 18,426
Posted By SVGrandad
Re: Helmets off at Petrol Stations

Put a burkha over your helmet and you shouldnt have a problem.

Whoops! Sorry!
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