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  1. TK4

    Royal Enfield rear brake problems (hopefully the last)

    https://accessories.hitchcocksmotorcycles.com/35862?qty=1&continue_url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.hitchcocksmotorcycles.com%2Fpartsbook-pages%2F6638
  2. TK4

    Royal Enfield rear brake problems (hopefully the last)

    Re: braking performance. In my constant tinkering and endless quest for improvement the next step will be EBC HH pads - we'll see if that makes any significant change.
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    Royal Enfield rear brake problems (hopefully the last)

    Beringer makes a VERY EXPENSIVE bolt-on upgrade, IMO tough to justify. http://www.beringerbrakes.us/shop.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawJ4X0dleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBicmlkETFRTFh5NkZDWFZsanFCV0x6AR5L2-xYitfTxHCZyTEQ096baQGs8T8fJBXdD8Ec-udQbMxMIQDaEYTNmeTpBw_aem_heBHmLV42sZOJeowTi2tRw#!/ROYAL-ENFIELD/c/44065477/limit=9
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    Royal Enfield rear brake problems (hopefully the last)

    An interesting theory has surfaced about the rear brake problems I and others were having with our 650s, and as it turns out on some of the 411 Himalayans. There may have been a bad batch of rear brake lamp switches that were allowing minute amounts of air into the system over time. A fellow in...
  5. TK4

    More trouble in snowmobile land

    Bought by Argo, a Canadian company. https://www.advrider.com/arctic-cat-and-maybe-a-lot-of-motorcycle-dealers-rescued/
  6. TK4

    Itchy Boots new book

    https://www.revzilla.com/common-tread/book-review-free-ride-tells-the-story-of-how-itchy-boots-began?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=boosted-posts|tpfn-content-organic&utm_content=common-tread-organic&utm_term=book-review-free-ride-tells-the-story-of-how-itchy-boots-began-04212...
  7. TK4

    Machine Shop

    One man shop - call first.
  8. TK4

    Machine Shop

    Wasp Performance Engines 5-845 Westney Rd S, Ajax ON L1S3M4 · (905) 426-6295
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    fuel leak from small hole in petcock

    IF the screw mounting holes are 33mm apart (which I think they are) just get a manual petcock from a Yamaha Banshee ATV (see: Amazon or Winner's Circle), plug off the vacuum hose and remember to turn it on and off. They run about $50, problem solved forever. Same for DRZ400 and KLR650.
  10. TK4

    City of Toronto motor vehicle sound limits

    If you get stopped for a modified exhaust, ask the cops if they have a sound meter and know how to use it. Bylaw 2024.EC9.5 - Stationary limits for motor vehicles and motorcycles of 92dB(A) at idle and 96dB(A) any speed greater than idle, measured 50cm from the exhaust.
  11. TK4

    Let's talk about the ELEPHANT in the room (certifications)

    What about buried or folding plates ? The drum brake inspection requirement demands removal and measurement - that's going to take time. Before, the inspecting mechanic could use simple common sense and good judgement, now you can't.
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    Let's talk about the ELEPHANT in the room (certifications)

    The new process is more stringent and time consuming no question. Lotsa pictures to be taken for the guv to be happy. For motos things like turn signal spacing (minimum width from centre), drum brake condition, licence plate positioning - things that could be let slide before won't pass now...
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    Harley Happenings - Jochen Zeitz "retiring"

    I was working in an H-D dealership at that time. EVERY single Sportster that came in the door had to be disassembled and the oil pump repaired. Sabotaged at the factory...
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    Harley Happenings - Jochen Zeitz "retiring"

    This just in - https://www.advrider.com/harley-davidson-board-member-abruptly-resigns-slams-company-leadership/
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    Harley Happenings - Jochen Zeitz "retiring"

    IF I was looking for a Harley the first place I'd go would be Classy Chassis in Lakefield. They aren't an official dealer but they always have a bunch of top quality used stuff. Josh and his staff don't cop attitudes, they do everything they can to get it done right. I try to get up there at...
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    Harley Happenings - Jochen Zeitz "retiring"

    "Pennies a day, and don't forget the extended warranty."
  17. TK4

    Harley Happenings - Jochen Zeitz "retiring"

    IMHO, they flushed the Street 500s and 750s too soon. The 750 Street Rod was coming along (if it wasn't so FUGLY) and could have been turned into a nice flat track replica or ADV. Killing the Bronx was a huge mistake. The Nightster is a torture rack - 2" of rear wheel travel ??? The bikes H-D...
  18. TK4

    Pirelli/Metzler tire recall

    https://www.pirelli.com/tyres/de-de/motorrad/reifenruckruf
  19. TK4

    Royal Enfield

    I haven't posted for a while because I got tired of all the political squabbling. GTA is for motorcycles, not politics. Regarding the rear brake issues that @adri pointed out I have some theories: 1) The 2019 I have has had NO problems - it still has the original Bybre (stamped right on them)...
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    DC plane crash

    Not me, Robert Reich - you tell him he's wrong. Do you have an alternate opinion ?
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