This is becoming very apparent.jjacks31 said:Roxy here is my first motorcycle
Ah yes criticism. Not to be inflicted upon this flock of freshly hatched butterflies, even if it saves their life in the process. My sincere apologies.jjacks31 said:Well I hoped that it would be apparent that It is my first bike by clearly posting that exact sentiment. I chose the tires I did because I want to use this bike for on road and light off road use (fire trails etc) which is why I didn't look for street tires. I have heard great things about the rears from other members on here but was taking a shot in the dark when it came to the fronts. I am bound to make many more mistakes on this build so I would appreciate instead of criticizing my uninformed decisions just inform me! I already know I have no clue what I'm doing.
Thanks Deviant for the suggestion, but I'm looking for a tire that would be better suited to a little bit of dual sporting.
deviant said:I run Shinko 705 on my Honda XL dual sport. It handles very well (for what it is) on pavement, and does reasonably well on dirt. I've taken that bike on pretty aggressive single track, and the tires did just fine. 70% or so of my riding is done on fire roads and pipeline trails in Sumter National Forest. For street, the best bang for the buck might be an Avon Roadrider like I linked above.
no worriesdeviant said:Sorry, I'm running 700's on the dual sport. The 705 isn't quite as aggressive.
jjacks31 said:Well as much fun as it is keep watching the carb cleaning wars that are unfolding, I think I will end up replacing the carb with a VM Mikuni 34mm.
cosworth said:If you are absolutely adamant about running a VM carb, pm me and I can help you with the jets.
jjacks31 said:So looks like I wont be without my car until June now which really gives me time to hopefully do this right.
jjacks31 said:Emptied the tank today and gas was a bit yellow but the inside of the tank seems pretty clean and rust free. there is no signs of rust on the top and the fuel line filter is clean so I think it was just bad gas.
jjacks31 said:In light of my 7 month time frame to make this bike safe and reliable I have made a list of thing to do. feel free to chime in.
jjacks31 said:Essentials:
Replace fork oilRebuild the forks with new bushings and seals and the proper springs for my weight, then add the proper amount of quality fork oil
Rear Turn signals (broken mounts, will replace ugly signals with new ones)
Service ChainBuy a new, quality chain and sprocket set.
Carefully Clean the bajeesus out of carb
Replace stripped screws with hex hardware See jetmechs advice
New engine sealsLeave the engine alone because I have not the slightest clue
Oil change should have been done the first day
New Spark plug NGK ONLY
New BatteryFully test the charging system and check for constant load, broken wires, etc. ( battery doesn't hold charge for more than 4 days atm)
Replace tires with recommendations from the fine folks at DTT
New Grips
Rear brake light (doesn't change intensity under braking)
jjacks31 said:Non essentials/cosmetic:
New fork springs should be on the list above
matching turn signals
Trim down front fender after I ride the bike in the rain a few times so I am sure it is a good idea
paint front and rear fender black
Smaller LED front headlight
Detab Frame
New seat
Rear frame loop
Repaint tank
Hope that someday I have the skills and knowledge to perform the tasks that have been crossed out above in a manner that will improve my motorcycle instead of turning it into a hipstermobile
New controls
Longer travel rear shocks is the best idea I've had all day
Oh I don't know, how about brakes for starters. When you skip over that one, there's some more thinkin' to do.jjacks31 said:Am I missing anything?