I guess I didn’t realize I was creating a monumental engineering disaster by not compressing my suspension. Maybe we should just get back to Buzzy.
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Buzzy's revival: '82 Heritage Special
- Thread starter Boog
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I put a wheel chock at the front of the trailer or truck and pull down in the bars or fork tubes with ratchet straps. I’m guessing I compress the springs less than 50%. On a longer trip I’ll tie down the rear wheel too.
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Lessons are learned sometimes by being taught the right way, and sometimes having to learn one the hard way. @Boog I don't want to sound like tinkling tin in the wind as an annoyance, but you did mention riding 1300 miles over the past few months (since November) in some of the most severe weather imaginable for motorcycles. Plus Buzzy stays outdoors, granted with a cover, but they collect moisture and actually quicken corrosive activity. I keep mine outdoors also, and I know that the chain requires lubrication at least every three weeks during the winter, even when it isn't ridden. It is a relatively easy job to do but also easily overlooked, or 'maybe next time' comes subtlety to the mind. I am not lecturing nor berating nor condemning, but sometimes even checking the tire pressure before each ride can be a real life saver. Also physically wiping down a motorcycle so you know the bolts are tight, the sprocket is no dry, and no debris has accumulated in any nook or cranny is useful. We all love the freedom to just jump on and go, the thrill of the breeze and feel of power. But certain responsibilities ought to made a prerequisite for safe riding. We have no MOT here to require us our full attention. I am making this comment solely for those of us that tend to forget the true cost of our freedom is earned, not granted.
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Shortly after buying my first 850 it conked out on me. I called for a roadside rescue and the bloke hoiked it up onto his trailer, tying the bike down in a fairly workmanlike manner. Honestly, I had no concerns over his workmanship or method.
However, the top of one the rear shocks parted company with the bike frame, as it was being strapped down.
I'm certainly glad it happened there and not on the road.
A post-mortem revealed the rubber boot that covered the damping adjuster at the top of the shock had acted as a corrosion-keeper, trapping years of road salt under it, and promoting the rot of the aluminium shock body right where it was the weakest.
However, the top of one the rear shocks parted company with the bike frame, as it was being strapped down.
I'm certainly glad it happened there and not on the road.
A post-mortem revealed the rubber boot that covered the damping adjuster at the top of the shock had acted as a corrosion-keeper, trapping years of road salt under it, and promoting the rot of the aluminium shock body right where it was the weakest.
Kind of good news on Buzzy just now. The chain bent the shaft causing the leak. No engine case cracks. New seals, shaft, front sprocket, chain and rear tire will go on shortly. I'll have them replace the steering head bearings also.
I'm heading to Denver this weekend to see a few kids and a granddaughter. Hopefully Buzzy will be back together by my return.
I'm heading to Denver this weekend to see a few kids and a granddaughter. Hopefully Buzzy will be back together by my return.
That's good news Boog.
Best thing about doomsday scenario/posts, can't be worse, only get better.........Cockroaches, Keith Richards and XS650's
In this case, I'm happy I was wrong.
Glad you dodged the bullet, buy a lottery ticket whilst karma is smiling...
Great news and glad it will on the road again soon!
Um bent what shaft?
Exactly the question I had.
Clutch actuator pushrod was my takeaway.
I was thinking shift shaft. Also that was a lot of oil for a seal to leak in a short amount of time.
Someone up there must like you
I was on my way home from a fishing trip driving under 50 km / h ..chain link broke ....chain fell off.
On its way off and out..
It struck a hole behind the sealing for outgoing axle not a big hole but nonetheless a hole.
I have been looking at it .. pondering to have it welded .. Without disassembling the motor .So if the shop has info on the possibilities on that Pleas tell . I bought replacement casings already about $ 100
Perhaps starting negotiations there ..if this is a longer plan
I’ve seen the damage a chain can do. When that end comes around one little blip and it’s all over. Definitely some good news and definitely not the normal outcome of this type of incident.
Double check the actuator that pushes the rod. I just replaced a clutch cable last week. My take was the actuator is "good enough" for the job it does but taking a violent side load like that might cause problems.
Maybe get them to change the pushrod bushing while they’re in there.
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