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Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 13-03-24, 02:52 PM
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Views: 149
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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...
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 09-03-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,809
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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...
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 04-03-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 367
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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...
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 02-03-24, 02:46 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,809
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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",
...
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 29-02-24, 04:00 PM
Replies: 2,785
Views: 499,262
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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...
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 27-02-24, 11:54 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,809
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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...
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 16-02-24, 07:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,809
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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...
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 15-02-24, 09:28 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,809
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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...
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 02-02-24, 11:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 425
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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...
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 24-01-24, 12:57 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,937
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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 :)
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 24-01-24, 12:53 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,937
Posted By R1ffR4ff
Re: 25 years

Thanks for that and it sill feels and rides like a much younger bike. Still nippy and good MPG :)
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 21-01-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,937
Posted By R1ffR4ff
Re: 25 years

I've only had my 99 since 2017 but happy Birthday to me 99 :D

https://i.imgur.com/cXgiP0D.jpg
Forum: Idle Banter 19-01-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 11,265
Views: 5,985,922
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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 :/
Forum: Idle Banter 15-01-24, 03:37 PM
Replies: 6,385
Views: 1,455,599
Posted By R1ffR4ff
Re: Smile of the day - What is yours?

My ,"Keis" heated inner gloves are still working and I've had them over 10 years now :)
...
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 10-01-24, 10:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 839
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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...
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 09-01-24, 03:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 839
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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...
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 07-01-24, 07:04 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,809
Posted By R1ffR4ff
Re: running on one

Don't blame you. I hate working on me bike in the cold :smt026
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 06-01-24, 08:50 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,809
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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...
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 05-01-24, 03:50 PM
Replies: 2,785
Views: 499,262
Posted By R1ffR4ff
Re: What have you tinkered with today?

Nice. I love me ,"Farkles " :D

Might get one :)
Forum: Bikes - Talk & Issues 29-12-23, 05:42 PM
Replies: 2,785
Views: 499,262
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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
Replies: 9
Views: 983
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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...
Forum: SV Talk, Tuning & Tweaking 04-12-23, 12:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,667
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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
Replies: 11,265
Views: 5,985,922
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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...
Forum: Idle Banter 01-12-23, 11:55 AM
Replies: 11,265
Views: 5,985,922
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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
Forum: Idle Banter 01-12-23, 11:40 AM
Replies: 11,265
Views: 5,985,922
Posted By R1ffR4ff
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


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