Recent content by nomad_man

hard time idling without maintaining throttle opening is a classic symptom for issues with carbs. You have to clean them. Running seafom or similar cleaner /may/ remedy your situation, but unlikely.

And then reinstated

looking for he same, please post an update if you find. So far i've been using regular headphones with earbuds, helps a bit.

Bike Cop, I was wondering if there is a mandate to aid a victim seeing as you are a first responder, until firefighters/paramedics arrive?

Highly suggest you read this: http://cmcottawa.com/Files/First%20Aid%20at%20a%20Motorcycle%20Crash%20Site%20for%20CMC%20Members%202014.pdf

Cyclewerx is good though! They do have a high volume and can be a little hard to get on the phone.

RIP. Was he the one of the few bikes that parked by the T3? I work right across the road as well. People though it was me. Does anyone know what happened?

if i get my bike back today, i'd be interested

if they are regular bulbs use continuity [resistance] test if the bulbs are burned or not. No continuity - burned. Then check the voltage in the socket, if none, try with a different ground.

I'm looking for atleast 2 of 90109-06585-00, but i have no alternative means of transportation. It's a special flanged bolt with a shoulder.

Carb bowls are dry. With possible restrictions to the passages due to old fuel. Make sure the bowls fill up with fuel while petcock is set to prime if it's a vacuum operated. [you can open the drain screw to make sure you have fuel reaching the bowls]. Connect car battery [make sure car...

I would love to join, but looks like i'm out of my bike until i get some new bolts made from unobtanium. :( Keep updating the thread.

What days do you usually practice on?

actually, don't go to Rosey Toes unless you are happy dealing with sexist remarks.

clear nail polish to seal the crack.