Templar 250 (not X or M)

[Thumper]

Originally Posted by Fast_Freddy

Well, I got my Templar and it looked as though R&L played fork lift hockey with it.

My overall impression is good, both the Templar and PSM. Unfortunately it's been really cold here and my dad was in the hospital for a week. I've ridden it less than 2 miles so far. I'll update this thread later with photos and more info.

Questions for Templar owners:

1) What size spanner wrench to adjust rear shock preload?
2) Any reason not to run 87 octane in this low compression engine?
3) What headlight bulb?
4) What diameter for the fork spring preload spacers?

-I have not attempted to adjust the preload on the rear shock, not sure about spanner size, might be the same on the X

- I have not pulled the bulb, but might be different on the X. TexPete has posted details about the headlight bulb(s).

-I have not taken apart front forks, so I don't know what size for shimming the springs

But yes, you can run regular unleaded. I don't hear any detonation on stock ZS172 engines (5 or 6 speed).

Note: Someone found the KKE suspension website. It is in another thread...Your forks and rear shock might be listed. KKE might respond to inquiries about them.

BTW, R&L beat up my 1st Temp X crate. I don't know where the oil came from, but the crate was standing on end in the truck when it arrived at my house! A$$holes.

[Fast_Freddy]

Originally Posted by Thumper

-I have not attempted to adjust the preload on the rear shock, not sure about spanner size, might be the same on the X

- I have not pulled the bulb, but might be different on the X. TexPete has posted details about the headlight bulb(s).

-I have not taken apart front forks, so I don't know what size for shimming the springs

But yes, you can run regular unleaded. I don't hear any detonation on stock ZS172 engines (5 or 6 speed).

Note: Someone found the KKE suspension website. It is in another thread...Your forks and rear shock might be listed. KKE might respond to inquiries about them.

BTW, R&L beat up my 1st Temp X crate. I don't know where the oil came from, but the crate was standing on end in the truck when it arrived at my house! A$$holes.

Thanks, I was getting ahead of myself anyway. Winter is officially here in SE PA and most of this will have to wait until Spring. The headlight works when I wiggle things around so it's just a loose connection somewhere.

I was pretty sure that when the manufacturer stated 91 octane they meant RON not AKI but it doesn't hurt to ask. I filled the tank with 87 and it runs fine. If I have time I'll make some DIYs for various Templar essentials in the Spring. IMO the suspension is way too soft for a 250lb person so pvc spacers in the forks and a lot more preload on the shock are a must for me. I'll also rejet and unplug the idle air screw, change fork oil and possibly stiffer springs.