Metric Tech Talk

2006 shadow vlx handlebar swap

slamnfrets — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 22:34:35 GMT

how would i swap my handlebars on my shadow. i like the drag pull back style bars. is this something i could do myself any suggestions

any help or pictures would be much appreciated thanks micah galveston, tx

New front brake lever for 2006 Rebel 250

engine54 — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 16:32:34 GMT

Lady friend of mine has a 2006 Honda Rebel 250 and is having problems reaching the front brake lever, (she has real short fingers) does anyone have levers that are bent in toward the hand grips more so then the stockers? Counter guy at the Honda dealership said to "bend the lever to fit". Don't know if that would work as the levers seem to be made from pot metal.

Thanks

Tom

Memphis Fats 7" or 9" cutout 2007 VTX1800F

gr8lukn — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 23:39:24 GMT

I'm looking for a MF 21" windshield. Looks like the 7" cutout would fit (headlight is 7")....Seems like the 9" would be too big and cause air to get through.....Everywhere I look it's calling for the 9" cutout. Help!

VTX 1300 exhaust question

Rmonk81 — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 02:05:08 GMT

I just purchased a 2004 VTX 1300S. I want to put new pipes on it. I'm looking a either the Cobra Speedster Longs or the Vance & Hines Big Shots. Any reccomendations or comparison info would be appreciated.

Thanks

Air horn

HitDroad — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 14:23:35 GMT

Hi all, I am interesting on the part number 360-026 (air horn), but literature show no water can touch compressor? (that is some dificult on bikes)

Also said that model is only for Intruder LC 1500 (this is the bike I have), but also show it work for Harleys?

Any input is apresiated

Juan

VTX 1800 F Exhaust Advice

slickersvtx — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 22:25:18 GMT

My 2006 VTX 1800F is way too quiet on the highway. Can someone direct me to the best set of pipes that will increse performance and sound as well.

2008 Goldwing

mudduck50 — Fri, 30 Oct 2009 13:55:48 GMT

what will increase HORSEPOWER? is there a plug and play chip, or fuel mapping performance, or something like exhaust pipes

1998 Suzuki Marauder VZ800 rear-tire removal help

theCollector — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:58:42 GMT

Hey all. I'm trying to remove the rear tire on my '98 suzuki marauder. Im just looking for a tutorial or tips/tricks. something to help me along the way to keep from screwing anything up.

any help is welcome. thank you!

Yamaha XS650 parallel twin style engine + Big Twin style 49 tooth sprotor = problems

TerribleTabo — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 05:37:29 GMT

I'm having a custom motorcycle built with a 1980 XS650 engine + rigid frame + Big Twin style 49 tooth sprotor:

We ran into some problems now. The rear sprotor is limiting the speed of my motorcycle. I think the sprotor was originally intended for the narrower Vtwin style engine, but I'm using a parallel twin engine which comes out a bit wider because both cyclinders face front as opposed to the side with a traditional American Vtwin style. I am going for a vintage Harley WLA look so we're using 18" wheels. I spent all this money on big bore kits & engine upgrades, but I just found out we will be limited by the large big twin style sprotor we were forced to use because of the narrowness if the frame to engine.

The stock sprocket is 34 tooth, but the sprotor is 49 tooth.

Got these numbers from an expert with the Yamaha XS650 engines:

-A standard Yamaha XS650 17/34 tooth ratio does 4,117 RPM @ 60 MPH with a 18" rear wheel.

-With my 49 tooth rear sprocket and a 17 tooth front sprocket, I will have 5,933 RPM @ 60 MPH.

-With my 49 tooth rear sprocket and a 18 tooth front sprocket, I will have 5,603 RPM @ 60 MPH.

Someone suggested I could have an intermediate shaft with reducer sprockets 17:24.

-Using the stock 17 sprocket would give you 4202 RPM @ 60 MPH.

-A 18 tooth rear sprocket with a 17:24 intermediate shaft would produce 3968 RPM @ 60 MPH.

The problem is I don't know what a intermediate shaft or reducer sprockets are! Does anyone here have experience with or know what this is & where to get it? Is it very complicated & expensive thing to do?

Sorry, I apologize for the long winded question. I spent a lot of money on this project and was probably ill prepared for all the problems that I encountered. If anyone can think of a easier/simplier solution I'm all ears!

Mystery Oil

richard kapoll — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 20:46:04 GMT

I have been adding mystery oil to my gas when possible, because I read that it lubes the pistons, reduces wear and runs quieter. Anyone ever heard of this? I see no ill affects, and engine dose seem to run smoother.

2004 yamaha 1100 v-star

civilwar54 — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:27:01 GMT

my bike keeps fowling out the front plug after about 3000 miles is it the carbs need ajusted they aren't black an they aren't white either the plugs that is.are maybe the coil is going bad on me?.i don't know alot about these newer bikes. any help is appreciated.

Cobra Tach

Sabrina318 — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 03:58:08 GMT

I would like to put a tach on my 2009 M90. Cobra seems to be a good fit but I would like to know the diameter of the tach face and the dimensions of the mount. Thanks

v star running rough

champ7times — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 20:37:23 GMT

oh so here is the deal.i am a beginner motorcyclist and have acquired a 2001 yamaha v star classic 650 from my brother inlaw.the bike sat in his garage for two years.it has only 2200 miles on her. when i got her she wasn't running.she has the stock air breather on and a set of jaradine slip ons on. i drianed out all the gas and took off the carbs and cleaned them the best i could.now she runs but when you take off she sputs and stutters intill about half throttle then she kicks in and takes off like a rocket.now my question is do you think that the carbs are still dirty ?or you think that i should rejet the carbs. i have no idea what has been done to the bike before i got it. my brother inlaw is not really mechanical so he has no idea either besides that he got it from the dealer with the slip ons on twhen he bought in new.had no problems with it when he rode it. sorry about my question being so long. thanks for any help

mike

1981 Yamaha 850 Special,

SwatTh@tFly — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 19:40:50 GMT

I am looking for parts for my bike, It needs seat mounts, front turn signals, exhaust pipes and gas tank lock...

Honda Valkyrie

bardsley — Mon, 05 Oct 2009 21:18:27 GMT

I am considering buying a 1999 Valkyrie Interstate. The bike has 49K miles, but appears to be in good condition. I like this bike, but it is my first exposure to the this engine. Is 49K a lot of miles for this engine? Is there major work that will need to be performed as the bike approaches 60K miles? Any input is welcome.

Digital Speedometer

SXV_Biker — Fri, 02 Oct 2009 12:22:54 GMT

I am looking to up date my speedo and tach. The problem is I have a '92 Yamaha Virago, and the speedo is mechanically driven. I was wondering if the Milwaukee Twins™ Digital Speedometer and Tach PN: 5700063, came with a sending unit to adapted or if it only could be used with factory electronic speedo sending units.

Küryakyn™ Pro-R Hypercharger Air Cleaner Kit

pacman2 — Wed, 30 Sep 2009 00:44:33 GMT

I own a 2008 Yamaha sRoadstar Silverado S "Fuel injected" will this product fit without any mods?

Having trouble finding parts

knighthawk452 — Sat, 26 Sep 2009 18:40:04 GMT

I have a 1982 Honda. It needs a starter and starter motor. I found parts here on the JP cycles website, but I'm not sure if they will fit this particular model. I think it's a Nighthawk 750 but I'm not sure. I have pictures of the bike on www.photobucket.com/knightawk452. Can anyone help me?

My 1300R

chrisestis — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 02:06:09 GMT

Will this ZZ53896 part fit my bike, cause Kuryakyn says it will and JP says it won't?

Staff, fitment?

FX — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:23:34 GMT

Will the luggage rack #ZZ71340 work on ZZ85274 sissy bar? Or what rack to use? I'm purchasing sissy bar and rack for a friends 2005 Roadstar..............

Handle bar Risers

Robert3469 — Wed, 11 Feb 2009 14:14:45 GMT

I'm looking for some risers for my wife's '05 V-Star 650. Nothing to radical or fancy, just a couple of inches. I would prefer not to have to get new cables, if possible..............cost is an issue. Suggestions??

sound system noise

cowaltz81 — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 03:49:22 GMT

Does anyone know how to eliminate the noise that the speakers make...it's a high pitch buzzing sound...i can't seem to hear the music very clearly...and when I give it throttle the noise gets louder.

1995 1100 Honda Shadow A.C.E

jwsory — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 13:11:36 GMT

I recentlt began hearing a God awful noise comming from what sounded like the front end of my bike. I sounds like a metal on metal scraping noise. I've checked the rotor, caliper, brake pads, front suspension and fender. I cannot determine where the noise is coming from. It usually presents itself during slow down and sounds like scraping metal. The bike is a 1995 Honda Shadow A.C.E. 1100. I suspect the wheel bearings, but the front wheel doesn't have a wobble or feel loose. Any suggestions?

Staff, fitment

FX — Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:38:43 GMT

Sorry guys, but metric tech is a ghost town. Thought I'd get a quicker answer here.............

Will the luggage rack #ZZ71340 work on ZZ85274 sissy bar? Or what rack to use? I'm purchasing sissy bar and rack for a friends 2005 Roadstar..............Don't tell anybody I worked on it................

Health happiness and Harley Davidson motorcycles..........There, that should qualify for this forum..............

Kawi 1700 Vulcan Voyager ABS

stoney1371 — Sun, 02 Aug 2009 21:40:45 GMT

I've had this new bike for about two weeks now and it has is abundantly clear that any new accessories will be a while in coming.

Some of the things I anticipate purchasing for the new sled are: new risers and bars, fender tips, front and rear and probably saddlebag rails. How long does it take for OEM and aftermarket companies to gear up and put out such products ordinarily? Are any of these items fitable from other makes / model Kawis?