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    Why Is Motorcycle Oil So Expensive?

    I stocked up on Kimpex 10w40 back in the spring from here: $38 https://tripleclampmoto.ca/products/kimpex-synthetic-10w40-motorcycle-atv-4t-engine-oil?variant=43048903376941 $34 https://tripleclampmoto.ca/products/kimpex-4-m-10w40-mineral-motorcycle-or-atv-engine-oil?variant=42981703745581...
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    Degreaser Recommendation

    I like Super Clean (purple jug) for actual degreasing jobs. Get the 1gal jug and it will last you a long time. Play with different dilutions to see what works for you and how greasy the job is, it's pretty effective even at 5:1 I've found but I will mix it stronger for the tough jobs. I like...
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    The Reasonably Priced Used Motorcycles for Sale Thread

    Hmmmm 👀 2016 FJ-09 11k km? $5100 https://www.kijiji.ca/v-street-cruisers-choppers/oshawa-durham-region/for-sale-by-an-old-guy-finally-giving-up-riding-2016-yamaha-fj09/1722635173
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    TV shows currently watching

    Enjoying the new season of King Of The Hill I tell ya hwat!
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    Cycle Mafia scores a win!

    I find that surprising considering the University Ave bike lanes were designed wide enough to allow emergency vehicles to use them in a pinch. Perhaps the ambulance drivers were unaware that they could use them?
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    Summer Solstice 2025

    Thanks for leading the route yesterday Shane It was a good ride for me up until it wasn't Thankfully no major injuries and I'll take some time to assess what the bike needs Thanks to everyone for the help, I truly appreciate it Glad you were all able to enjoy the rest of the ride
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    Portable battery charger

    How low is the battery? Could the bike be bump started?
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    What did you do in your garage today..?

    I've never heard of hand tightening oil drain bolts, only the actual filter.
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    Biker Down First Aid course

    I didn't realize I got an email from them on May 25th Will definitely attend one of these upcoming sessions Thanks for the info and heads up!
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    What did you do in your garage today..?

    https://partspioneer.ca/
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    What is your Budget for a Bargain Find?

    How's the petcock holding up? Mine has a slow leak and needs a rebuild/replacement
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    What is your Budget for a Bargain Find?

    Looks fairly stock Has it been painted? The blue looks slightly off compared to mine but maybe it's the lighting How many kms?
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    That didn’t last long

    Avoid filling up in the morning, gas stations typically raise their prices by this time Try to fill up during evenings if possible
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    Summer Solstice 2025

    That is a fun stretch of Hwy 518 where it looks like Shane wants to do an out-and-back Will definitely try to join the ride Shane if I get the bike running! These rides are always lots of fun and a great test of one's endurance.
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