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Hi All,
I have an interesting issue I am trying to chase down.
On Friday morning, I started my bike and cut the choke too soon, killing the bike. I went to restart it, and my electronics completely shut off. Tail light died and neutral light went out. I checked my fuses, pulling them all...
So I disconnected the regulator/rectifier and my bike revved all the way up no problem. Does that mean I need to put a small rare earth magnet somewhere on the rotor? I've looked around on the forum, and I haven't seen any specific write ups about putting a magnet on.
My 1980 XS with Stock ignition and fuel system is having trouble revving. I can't go past 4000 rpm, whether I am cruising down the road, or if its in neutral in my driveway. It almost feels like the bike cuts off temporarily, like when you bump start it, but it won't start. But as far as I...
Hey guys. I'm planning another cross country trip for this summer and after doing one almost two years ago, I have come to the realization that having a tank bag would be nice. Do any of you use one? What would you recommend? I am looking for a good quality bag that will last a while. Price...
Hi all,
I'm installing the commando exhaust from Mikes. Installation was going smoothly until I attempted to attach the hanger to the frame at the passenger foot peg. But the peg design and hanger design are incompatible. The peg has a metal tab that keeps it from rotating on the stud...