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by tastethefloor
Thu Nov 09, 2023 6:18 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: unstable seat
Replies: 4
Views: 793

Re: unstable seat

thank youbvery helpfull Mac
by tastethefloor
Thu Nov 09, 2023 8:33 am
Forum: Workshop
Topic: unstable seat
Replies: 4
Views: 793

unstable seat

Hi guys, I just realized that the seat on my vtr is very wobbly, there is a lot of play fore and aft...yours too? it's normal?
It seems strange but underneath everything is fine.
by tastethefloor
Sat Sep 09, 2023 8:17 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: new rear brake pads too thick
Replies: 4
Views: 632

Re: new rear brake pads too thick

thank you Chris
by tastethefloor
Sat Sep 09, 2023 6:53 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: new rear brake pads too thick
Replies: 4
Views: 632

Re: new rear brake pads too thick

yes the wheel turn freely after replace the pads with everything cold my suspect is that after some hard breaking the disc get so hotter to expand and get closer too much to them
by tastethefloor
Sat Sep 09, 2023 1:25 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: new rear brake pads too thick
Replies: 4
Views: 632

new rear brake pads too thick

Hi guys I just change the rear pads with a new pair of nissin oem and the clearance between them and the rotor is very very little...as I went this morning for quick ride the rear rotor became extremely hot, than with the expansion of the metal the wheel don't turn very freely...is this normal? the ...
by tastethefloor
Thu Aug 17, 2023 2:26 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: Problem with starting engine
Replies: 7
Views: 958

Re: Problem with starting engine

the problem isn't in the starting engine, the problem is in the starting clutch that is worn
by tastethefloor
Thu Aug 17, 2023 1:12 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: Problem with starting engine
Replies: 7
Views: 958

Re: Problem with starting engine

the issue is the starter clutch beyond the freewheel
by tastethefloor
Sat Apr 22, 2023 5:50 am
Forum: Workshop
Topic: Vtr1000f firestorm cam tensioner - chain tension
Replies: 3
Views: 364

Re: Vtr1000f firestorm cam tensioner - chain tension

the misfiring Is not related to the chain tension 5 mm Is ok,...are you sure to have not skip a teeth with the timing? are you sure to have reinstall the carbs choke cable and nuts correctly?
by tastethefloor
Fri Mar 31, 2023 4:59 am
Forum: Workshop
Topic: Tool Kit List
Replies: 7
Views: 514

Re: Tool Kit List

I got a complete set for sale
by tastethefloor
Sat Mar 11, 2023 7:02 am
Forum: Workshop
Topic: Main swing arm pivot bolt help!
Replies: 8
Views: 505

Re: Main swing arm pivot bolt help!

if you pull out the long bolt out, everything collapse as you said. Better to put a wood block under the engine before make a disaster
by tastethefloor
Thu Mar 02, 2023 7:07 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: Compression test.
Replies: 21
Views: 1483

Re: Compression test.

you cannot do a compressione test by hand..., does the bike start ? if no and the bike has been seated for long time i would suggest a carb cleaning before try everithing.
by tastethefloor
Thu Feb 09, 2023 8:57 am
Forum: Workshop
Topic: crankcase explosion (solved)
Replies: 15
Views: 1046

Re: crankcase explosion (solved)

I think the insulating paint had came off from that portion of the stator due to the age of that, heat or milage of the bike > 50000km and 25 yrs
by tastethefloor
Tue Feb 07, 2023 11:06 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: crankcase explosion (solved)
Replies: 15
Views: 1046

Re: crankcase explosion (solved)

now I'm searching the web for what can be done with a faulty stator. if the insulating paint can be renewed or not
by tastethefloor
Mon Feb 06, 2023 8:33 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: crankcase explosion (solved)
Replies: 15
Views: 1046

Re: crankcase explosion (solved)

yes Sir, is that
by tastethefloor
Mon Feb 06, 2023 7:50 pm
Forum: Workshop
Topic: crankcase explosion (solved)
Replies: 15
Views: 1046

Re: crankcase explosion (solved)

it's on the american Hawk forum