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The bulb socket in that turn signal isn't original. The originals only have one wire coming out of them, and even though it's black, it...

No, you can't buy new weights. I don't think Yamaha ever sold them. It looks pretty bad inside that housing. It could do with a good...

So, brake fluid pours OK just out of those two little holes? I'll have to try that on my next bottle.

No, you won't need the nylon screw mod if your regulator is the correct power switching type (type B). You only do that when adapting a...

Yes, that looks correct. If that combined unit gives you problems, I highly recommend going the DIY route. It's much cheaper and very...

You'll need to make sure you bought the right kind of regulator for your system. There were two versions of the charging system used, an...

Well, the grease nipple install requires a bit of welding as well, but nothing serious. You just need to build up the thickness of the...

If you plan on keeping the bike, I would advise bracing the centerstand tang ..... If you don't, eventually it will break off, lol...

With those carbs, I don't know .....

I think the quality is just low on the newer HF lifts. My buddy just needed to replace the hydraulic unit on his, and his lift is only a...

Yes, the ol' Granturismo grips. They've come on most of the old bikes I've purchased. "Real" ones are Italian (they'll make you go...

I agree with GLJ, leave that shaft and couple gears in there. Weight savings wouldn't be much and wouldn't make any difference. I feel...

If you're patient, the paint stripper will get it off. I replace those two little gaskets when I get one of these (or swap on a...

Right side (clutch) or left side (alternator) cover? On the right side, I use no sealer, just oil the new gasket. I think that "puffs"...

Here's a little trick I employ that may help you out. I pull the level in then let it snap back out. I do this several times in rapid...

Non-vacuum petcocks and non-adjustable top caps on the forks are saying '77 model to me. Rear brake plate may indicate this as well but...

I installed bar end weights in both of mine. They help a little, mostly with the high frequency vibes and "tingles". On my '78, I used...

I think the big thing about a stainless line being DOT certified is whether or not the line is covered with a sheath of PVC or plastic...

I've never even seen a green one in person.

Gary, you replaced a seal on the hydraulic unit on the HF lift? My buddy's just sprung a leak and he bought a whole new replacement...

Personally, I shop for used Konis, in particular the model 7610-1429. I like this one because it's slightly longer than stock (337mm or...

The '78 is a very good year. I've had my '78 Standard for a little over 20 years now and it's been a wonderful bike. I've done just...

Well no, they don't fail, but you know how when you tighten a nut down, often the bolt starts spinning and you have to hold it? Well...

I see you have the original type D cam chain adjuster there. I'd be replacing that sooner rather than later, lol. Details on the "how...

Actually, I think your bike came with an inch sized MC, 5/8" I think. But that's very close to 16mm. I've read that the 14mm MC from the...

The Standard model never got a fuse block, it always had just the single 20 amp main fuse. What's wrong with your original harness...

The original copper washer was 2mm thick, the later rubber/metal one was 3mm thick ..... But if even the later thicker washer isn't...

The only diagram I have is a '77 one "for other areas". The only real difference I see is the addition of a small bulb in the headlight...

All you really need are the tips. They'll thread into most any blowgun. Try Amazon...

Yes, anyone who cleans carbs should have a set, along with that tapered rubber tip. But there's places the rubber tip won't get into, or...

As I mentioned earlier (page 2, post #40), I've never needed to poke the choke jet to clear it. Those long needle tips for your blowgun...

Yes, the Special frame rides and handles nicely. I think the more laid down shock angle triangulates better and makes for a stiffer rear...

I think those are black rubber rings around the tops? Maybe from a mid-70's Kawasaki?

Yes, the K&N pods are the ones that give issues. The airbox replacements are fine as far as I know (but expensive). If you are going...

Yes, you don't need a fuse box, just that one 20 amp main fuse on the power line from the battery to the ignition switch is fine. That's...

Well, in part, yes, lol. Your aftermarket ignition switch appears to be the '77 and older Standard model type because it has that R/Y...

The '78 models had a few changes in the wiring compared to the earlier models. '78 was the last year for the headlight on-off switch on...

Well yes, for some folks, a BMW is just "the wrong bike", lol .....

I've revised my thinking on the head torque values, particularly those 8 big studs. I won't go over 30 pounds on them anymore. I had my...

I just routinely apply anti-seize to every external nut, bolt, and fitting on my bikes. I'm sure you've heard the old joke about taking...

Even though those seals you're getting look very nice, I don't think they have two sealing lips. The outer lip is just a "dust" lip...

Well good for you on finding the oil leak reason. I think you could actually push that seal in a little deeper. You want it as deep as...

Just put the lower Euro bars on the R bike and it will be more "sporty" and more comfortable. Here's my /5, I've had it for a good 20...

Small oil leaks can often be cured by buffing the shaft where the seal lip rides with a Scotchbrite pad. This will clean up the surface...

You are going to finish cleaning those bowls, right?

Yes, pretty much all the aftermarket rubber parts are garbage. I know from personal experience that the footpeg rubbers are terrible...

Well, I certainly hope an 11mm MC works out for you, please let us know. But like I said, I think it's going to be too small for your...

Honestly, I'm not sure why, all I know is it happens, lol. When I first installed my 11mm, the lever pulled back to the grip. Well, that...