Recent content by fruhstuck

Thanks XSLeo! That actually sounds pretty likely... I might've stressed the cables a bit too much, especially with the test-fit, then hanging, then test again... etc. Too bad I don't have the tools are ability to replace any wiring where I am now, but within a few weeks I will! Just gotta ride...

Goodnews: I have a perfectly sound ground-connection. Badnews: Didn't solve anything. Horn works, headlight controls work, starter works, kill switch works, but no blinkers. Wasn't any problem before I installed the new bars. What are the chances that I've got to replace my flasher unit? Is...

Thanks! I'll give that a look after class today. You could very well be right... although it'd be particularly annoying since I don't have my soldering gun here anymore... :banghead: Which solder joint(s) went out for you? Were they specifically on the blinker-actuater contacts or the ground...

Alright, so my bike look like a bit of a mess right now but I decided to attach the picture regardless so you can see what stage it is in. I've got what I call a "tester" coat of paint on the tank and plastics, with a permanent coat to come later. I've got a few questions I was hoping you guys...

You're actually pretty much spot on, but a bit more south than the area you vaguely described. This is in the extended "Eugene" area... technically I think it was Creswell but either way it's quite a bit farther south. I'm honestly amazed you could even tell that from the video! haha That is a...

Couldn't have said it better. Safety first.

Didn't you mean "moar brake pickytours"? :D

And then, one day, when you least expect it, your linkage will break and you'll be stuck in second gear for the rest of the ride home. :D True story, happened to me yesterday. Not a complaint, just an observation. It made going home a LOT more exciting! :bike:

I'm late to the party but here's some pictures of the forward controls on my bike.

hahaha Was just logging in to fix it, but fancyketchup beat me to it. :P

Was just kinda dorking around with attempting to make camera mounts for my two Nokia phones (which have awesome cameras). Turns out neither really like the vibration of the twin-cylinder very much, but ah well, thought it might make someone with bad weather feel a little better. Not sure if I...

To update everybody... Went out to my bike, and found out that much my problem appears to stem from my PO's forward-positioned footpeg modifications. Independent of the clutch, if I gave the shift lever a more controlled and abrupt press (or pull), I was able to get the bike into first...

@retiredgentlemen Good to know about the neutral-at-intersection habits!! My problemis that the clutch is still partially engaging, so right now I have to give the engine gas to keep it from stalling, while simultaneously applying brake. It's a bit awkward. I'll keep in mind your fix... I'll be...

That's what I thought it'd do... is it perhaps possible I tightened the clutch too much? (that rhymed! :D) I'll get a chance in a few hours to get it started and take it out for a spin (cancelled my 200 mile trip plans till I get this sorted out). I've got a hunch I might've done that. I took...

@Sundie Oh dear, that sounds like a boatload of trouble that I wouldn't be able to deal with without the set of tools I have access to back at home. @gonefishin45 Followed your directions to the dot just now, but unfortunately the weather won't allow a ride at the moment and the neighbors...