10-17-2011, 10:08 AM | #31 |
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That's the first time I pulled the cover so I could see it, and I'm quite shocked. I rode the bike across town to get a spark plug, and if you stay off the throttle, it's fine. I'm gonna check at the local bike shop on Tuesday and see what my cost would be there; I can get a new sprocket set from Bike Bandit for $26.00, but I'd have to pay shipping on top.
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10-17-2011, 01:32 PM | #32 |
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Obviously, the previous owners didn't care much for drive chain maintenance!
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10-17-2011, 08:14 PM | #33 |
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I think that sprockets even worse than the one on my CT was! The PO must have kept the chain pretty tight to get it to move.
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10-19-2011, 02:42 AM | #34 |
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I scored well. Gnarly parts (www.gnarlyparts.ca) has the front sprocket for $11, the rear for around $27 and a new RK 520 chain for $32. I also ordered a new countershaft seal and shifter seal from Precise Bearing; all of those parts should be in by Friday.
Today I picked up two cheap dual sport tires, a generic rear fender and a 6 volt gel cell battery for cheap. I'm also going to order a replacement speedometer cable on eBay as soon as the seller confirms compatibility. I soaked the seat latch and steering lock in lube and worked them until they would operate smoothly. I also got the spare key re-cut to properly works those locks (no charge at the locksmith). Looking forward to more shop time.
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10-19-2011, 02:48 AM | #35 | |
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10-21-2011, 10:43 AM | #36 |
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Not much progress yesterday. I intend to use some small signal lights I have, so I picked up 6v bulbs for those and for the tail light. I also took the tach apart to figure out why the stem is loose, and I think it'll be functional, once I buy a new cable. I also bought some orange paint in anticipation of fixing the dents in the tank and respraying the tank and panels.
Forgot to mention that when I picked up the rear fender, etc I bought a generic pair of aluminum handlebars that will hopefully dampen some vibration. My fillings are loose from riding that bike across town. Still looking forward to shop time.
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10-21-2011, 01:21 PM | #37 |
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Yes, the 2-stroke engines tend to vibrate a bit, don't they? My KDX220 is my first 2-stroke motorcycle, and I have noted the bike vibrates a lot more than any 4-stroke bike I have ever ridden. I'm glad I have aluminum handlebars on my bike. I'm also considering installing some vibranators.
http://www.vibranator.com/ Spud
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10-21-2011, 09:46 PM | #38 |
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That's a cool idea! I'm too cheap to buy one, but it's cool nonetheless. I figured if the aluminum bars don't help enough, I'll wear my work gloves that are designed for using an impact wrench.
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10-21-2011, 09:50 PM | #39 | |
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10-21-2011, 09:57 PM | #40 |
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I've had two pairs in the past; one pair of Mechanix M-Pact and a pair of Makita gloves. Neither pair was terribly expensive (although free for me, because they were Christmas gifts ).
Mechanix M-Pact Makita M-Force II Gloves
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10-21-2011, 09:58 PM | #41 |
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I read somewhere that you can fill the bars with steel shot to reduce vibration as well but I've never tried it!
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10-21-2011, 10:45 PM | #42 | |
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10-21-2011, 11:16 PM | #43 |
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10-22-2011, 02:17 AM | #44 | |
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+1 on the Mechanix gloves too. I use them, or a similar style, sometimes as a summer off-roading glove. Thank God I've never tested them though. :wink:
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10-22-2011, 11:01 AM | #45 |
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Impact-style gloves are great for the intended purpose, although I don't use an impact wrench very often. I have, however, worn out two pairs dirt biking; they're terrific.
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