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The "Today I did something to my bike" thread

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    #5912
    Waterford26
    Registered Users Posts: 257 ✭✭Waterford26


    Does helmet count? 🤣

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    83c aliexpress reflective stickers 👊



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    #5913
    goblin59
    Registered Users Posts: 2,236 ✭✭✭goblin59


    finally cleaned my DR650 after doing a trip last summer!


    Got one of these to use in the garage (after checking with the caretaker if he minded and also where the best spot was for drainage)

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/WORX-WG620E-4-Cordless-Hydroshot-Batteries/dp/B083QR4PP8/ref=sr_1_9?keywords=battery+power+washer&qid=1677002217&sprefix=battery+power+wa%2Caps%2C75&sr=8-9


    After getting a pretty well looked after R1200gs I wanted to keep it that way



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    #5914
    Waterford26
    Registered Users Posts: 257 ✭✭Waterford26


    Gdibii nemo 2 oiler installed finally..

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    #5915
    goblin59
    Registered Users Posts: 2,236 ✭✭✭goblin59


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120326989#Comment_120326989

    thats quite neat. Similar to the scott oiler?

    Is it pure vacuum operated from the chain, or does it plug into a breather too like the scottoiler?



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    #5916
    KildareMan
    Registered Users Posts: 217 ✭✭KildareMan


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120329427#Comment_120329427

    No, you turn the knurled head a 1/4 turn thus reducing the volume of the cylinder and forcing corresponding amount of oil down tube. Tis much better and cleaner than a scottoiler.



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    #5917
    goblin59
    Registered Users Posts: 2,236 ✭✭✭goblin59


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120329811#Comment_120329811

    That sounds like much less of a headache.

    I spent an hour before trying to set the scottoiler up correctly.



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    #5918
    Waterford26
    Registered Users Posts: 257 ✭✭Waterford26


    No meesing with electronic or vaacum on the bike..just twist the oiler and you get drops of oil for aprox 3mins



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    #5919
    Hotblack Desiato
    Registered Users Posts: 34,036 ✭✭✭✭Hotblack Desiato


    Where did you get, and how much?

    I used to have Scottoilers but on carbed bikes. Not sure if I want to mess with an FI setup. Worked well once set up properly though, I got 20,000 miles out of a chain once.

    I bought a Loobman a couple of years ago but still haven't fitted it, has anyone got one?

    Life ain't always empty.



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    #5920
    Waterford26
    Registered Users Posts: 257 ✭✭Waterford26


    https://a.aliexpress.com/_mNpFotY



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    #5921
    galwaytt
    Registered Users Posts: 12,761 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120330541#Comment_120330541

    I have a Tuturo https://www.tutorochainoiler.com/

    Works well, no connecting of wires, tubes, etc etc. Very simple.

    I see Overlanders in Wexford https://www.overlanders.ie/ are listed as a stockists now, so no need to order from UK.

    Ode To The Motorist

    “And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road” 



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    #5922
    KildareMan
    Registered Users Posts: 217 ✭✭KildareMan


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120351316#Comment_120351316

    Ali express knock off



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    #5923
    Waterford26
    Registered Users Posts: 257 ✭✭Waterford26


    Suits my needs am happy with it



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    #5924
    blade1
    Registered Users Posts: 12,143 ✭✭✭✭blade1


    That's the white paint finished.

    Must mark out where the decals go on the tank and fairings next and then they will be painted red where needed.

    Then decals put on for good.

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    Only the mudguard is lacquered and finished with painting.

    Just decal to be applied to it.

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    Lacquer and Hardener for the job.

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    #5925
    blade1
    Registered Users Posts: 12,143 ✭✭✭✭blade1


    This is where I need a man with a particular set of skills.

    Getting decals in perfect position so where the red paint goes around headlight, on tank and fairings will be spot on.

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    #5926
    Hotblack Desiato
    Registered Users Posts: 34,036 ✭✭✭✭Hotblack Desiato


    I'd get a pro to do it tbh. If it's even a little bit off, once you notice you'll never be able to stop looking at it

    Life ain't always empty.



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    #5927
    blade1
    Registered Users Posts: 12,143 ✭✭✭✭blade1


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120476659#Comment_120476659

    Yes I have a fella at it right at this moment



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    #5928
    blade1
    Registered Users Posts: 12,143 ✭✭✭✭blade1


    Tail section painted and lacquered.

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    Marking out for red paint.

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    #5929
    Varik
    Registered Users Posts: 12,499 ✭✭✭✭Varik


    Anyone got any opinions on helicoil vs time serts for a oil sump.

    Changed oil for the first time on a new to me old bike, someone must have way over tightened it. The washer was seriously messed up so probably used multiple times and someone really put their back into tightening it.

    Wasn't fully stripped, once I cleared the stipped threads out I used a slightly wider and slightly longer of the same nominal size new bolt and that worked with no leaks with new washer. watched it for a while and then filled slowly.Bike was warm when changing but with no leaks I went out and then monitored it after and still no leaks.

    So anyone any opinions about the different inserts.



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    #5930
    Wossack
    Registered Users Posts: 7,002 ✭✭✭Wossack


    Time sert all the way there imo

    also very important that it is 100% square, else you won’t get a good sealing surface between copper washer, bolt and sump face



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    #5931
    Cienciano
    Registered Users Posts: 14,230 ✭✭✭✭Cienciano


    Hey, I need to get a nut for a honda exhaust. Its a 6mm slightly long flanged nut part number 90304HB3771

    Anyone know where to get one without paying €20 shipping? Literally tried 10 websites and everywhere is €15-20 shipping. Finding it hard to justify €25 for a poxy nut



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    #5932
    Varik
    Registered Users Posts: 12,499 ✭✭✭✭Varik


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120488512#Comment_120488512

    Considering it's not capped and open does it secure the gasket below and something else on top, or is it just a really long thread bar from the exhaust.

    Might be cheaper to replace the lot with capped generic capped ones.



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    #5933
    Cienciano
    Registered Users Posts: 14,230 ✭✭✭✭Cienciano


    It's a long thread bar. I could just something else, a normal flanged nut. But probably a reason for the long one



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    #5934
    Itineoman
    Registered Users Posts: 181 ✭✭Itineoman


    David Silver have them for around a fiver sterling ex VAT. Delivery to the UK is £2.95 - they haven’t charged much more to deliver here anytime I’ve used them. Might be worth a look if you need the real thing.



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    #5935
    Cienciano
    Registered Users Posts: 14,230 ✭✭✭✭Cienciano


    That's the first site I tried. I was going to pick up 2. David Silver works out at £37.67 including shipping and vat to ireland. Thats €43 for 2 nuts. I might have a look on a website that has a couple more things that I can add in



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    #5936
    blade1
    Registered Users Posts: 12,143 ✭✭✭✭blade1


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120489839#Comment_120489839

    Just be careful with shipping to Ireland since Brexit.

    You're not guaranteed a speedy hassle free experience.



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    #5937
    Itineoman
    Registered Users Posts: 181 ✭✭Itineoman


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120489839#Comment_120489839

    That’s mad. I did get one or two bits and bobs from them post Brexit and I thought they weren’t too bad at the time. I’ve lost my password so i couldn’t log in to see the actual shipping on checkout when I posted. It does look like gouging across the board though. Oddly enough the cheapest place I’ve got parts shipped from is China. Recently got a water temp sensor for the Brother in Law’s Vulcan for 14 Euro with free shipping. Same item was multiples of that on shipping alone from EU and US suppliers.

    I think it might be worth looking at generic suppliers of machine parts where they may well be available by the bag for similar money. Wurth comes to mind but there are a few specialist fastener suppliers around who probably have something in stock.



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    #5938
    newmember2
    Registered Users Posts: 2,594 ✭✭✭newmember2


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120489839#Comment_120489839

    Who's the Honda distributor/importer in Ireland these days?



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    #5939
    Varik
    Registered Users Posts: 12,499 ✭✭✭✭Varik


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120489839#Comment_120489839

    Found this. Looks very close. It's generic and no mention of pitch.

    https://www.tomoshop.nl/en-gb/flange-nut-m6-high-model-chrome-plated.html

    81c per nut and € 5,03 for shipping 1 or € 8,96 for shipping 8 for example. So 15.47 to swap out 8 in total or 5.84 for 1.



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    #5940
    Cienciano
    Registered Users Posts: 14,230 ✭✭✭✭Cienciano


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120491563#Comment_120491563

    That's perfect. Just bought 4. Might be a handy site for future things like that. Cheers



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    #5941
    galwaytt
    Registered Users Posts: 12,761 ✭✭✭✭galwaytt


    https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/120490014#Comment_120490014


    GLWT - amhik.

    Ode To The Motorist

    “And my existence, while grotesque and incomprehensible to you, generates funds to the exchequer. You don't want to acknowledge that as truth because, deep down in places you don't talk about at the Green Party, you want me on that road, you need me on that road. We use words like freedom, enjoyment, sport and community. We use these words as the backbone of a life spent instilling those values in our families and loved ones. You use them as a punch line. I have neither the time nor the inclination to explain myself to a man who rises and sleeps under the tax revenue and the very freedom to spend it that I provide, and then questions the manner in which I provide it. I would rather you just said "thank you" and went on your way. Otherwise I suggest you pick up a bus pass and get the ********* ********* off the road” 



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