what did you wrench on today??

[John S]

Rode all winter so I decided it was time for spring cleaning. Changed the oil (Rotella) and oil filter (HiFlo) + gasket, cleaned the chain with kerosene, and then lubed the chain. While I was at it I removed the front sprocket cover and chain guard and cleaned all the gunk out. Of course I polished everything with "Mothers" as I re-assembled. Came out great.

 

[Guest]

Finished up the breather catch tank ready to mount, but I'm not 100% sure I've used the right glue... the tap popped off when I turned it on and off

Glued it back on and added a couple of cable ties for extra strength, see how that goes, otherwise will have to find some stronger glue...

 

[Baatfam]

Did a valve clearance check on the K1100RS last night...got one slightly tight one. Waiting on the K-bikes experts to let me know if I need to adjust it.

 

[81gs1100]

I had the pure joy of setting valves on an old 81 XJ650 Midnight... Then getting it ready for sale. After going over a few thing with the new owners I noticed the factory chain lock was still in the box and locked to the bike. I knew I should have bought that bike. The chain is problably worth more then the bike was.

 

[Jedz123]

Waiting for my Dyna S ignition to come in so I can finish up the GS550L. I did tear into the clutch release system trying to find why I had a sticky clutch release. Bad enough where you could let go of the clutch lever and it would stick then pop right out causing the bike to lurch. I found the worm gear that pushes on the clutch rod was a bit grimed up and low on grease, cleaned it out and re-packed it with grease and lubed the clutch cable. Clutch now operates smooth as butter. I also replaced most of the light bulbs after the Stator and R&R disaster. Oh filled the motor up with fresh 10W-40 Rotella synthetic and changed the oil filter. Running out of stuff to do while I wait on this Dyna S!

 

[Guest]

Decided there was something not quite right with the paint on the breather catch tank, still a bit sticky to the touch well after the required 24 hours and some spots that were looking a little bubbly, so gave it a quick sand with 400 grit and a couple of more light coats.

It already looks better than before after the 10 minute touch dry time, and I think I may have layed the first coat on too thick in hindsight...

 

[Guest]

The 450 got a bit bath yesterday and last night I was able to give the paint job its first ever coat of wax. Can't wait to see it in the daylight now as it looked pretty shiny in the dark garage lighting!

I also got the breather catch tank all mounted up so hopefully no more blow by mess on the battery cover.

 

[Toasty]

My friend came over and we swapped the front brake line for a SS one from Z1. After cleaning everything and bleeding the brakes.... Damn! Total improvement, no more squishy lever and I can 2 finger brake now. I'll be doing the rears when my new (to me) rear rotor comes in so I can replace my jacked up stock one.

 

[Greenbraes]

after 2 weeks of total idleness I tidied up the garage, decided to leave the engine in the bike for now and do the forks, put the 750ESD calipers and disks on...then go for a covert run on the bike to make sure all is OK with the engine (before it is removed for paint).....the calipers were bought with the bleeds stuck in place...so were cheap...spent this evening succesfully removing said bleeds and also made up a tool for the fork breakdown....tomorrow the calipers come to bits and get blasted and checked....but now it is time for bed

RBzzzzz

 

[Gonzo]

Reassembled my rear caliper, disassembled a front and threw some paint on it, and also ordered some SS lines and fittings to replace my now-too-long front brake lines since I changed the buckhorns to superbikes. I also wrenched a few 12 oz cans to my lips in the process. :lol:

 

[Shin-Ken 1074]

Today was time for the 50 hour throttle and clutch cable lubrication. After looking at the wear on the clutch cable where it hooks up to the lever it was time to replace it with a new O.E.M. item. Considering the cable had been there for 120,000 km I think it has done a pretty good job and deserved to have a rest in the "this is the part I need" box. Straight swap there so no problem. Next was to lube the throttle cable and carby spindles. To have that smooth crisp snappy throttle response it helps to clean the cable, throttle grip tube and clip-on then fresh lube for all three. Took it out for a quick blat to check the clutch cable for adjustment, hhmmmmmm perfect, cheers.

 

[Guest]

Nice one Glen! 120,000km's out of a throttle cable? That's pretty cool!

I ran a kero soaked rag over the chain to clean it today before a run around the block to fill her up for the week and warm the chain up for some lube.

Then tonight I tidied up the mess I left from fitting the breather catch tank and marked out where I need to cut the carry rack to make it match the grab rail that's on its way from the US.

 

[Baatfam]

After checking the valves on the K1100RS the other day I had one loose and one tight intake...
So yesterday I pulled the cam to check bucket sizes...yes, bucket sizes. The K motor doesn't use shims under the buckets, the buckets are sized.
Turns out the sizes on the two out of clearance valves were exactly right if I switched them.
Don't tell BMW this...they insist that these are mated wear parts and must never be put in another location...
At $24 a bucket, plus shipping time, I am willing to risk it.

 

[Guest]

Sheer madness!!! $24 a bucket for a wear item that needs adjusting? Think I'll stick with my 450 and shims thanks

 

[oldrookie]

Front caliper, again. Been working on reconditioning the Master Cylinder and front caliper. Think I got the system bled properly, but didn't have a lot of stopping power.

Pulled the caliper and cleaned everything. Ride later today should tell me whether the work on the system has paid off.

Rode yesterday and the system worked properly, but I had to exert too much effort to get hard stops.

Hoping the work today will help.

 

[Baatfam]

Sheer madness!!! $24 a bucket for a wear item that needs adjusting? Think I'll stick with my 450 and shims thanks

Well at least they don't need adjusting very often...from what I've learned.

On the plus side, I ordered new intake boots, very similar to our GS boots and they only cost $7.35 each...

 

[Guest]

Well at least they don't need adjusting very often...from what I've learned.

On the plus side, I ordered new intake boots, very similar to our GS boots and they only cost $7.35 each...

Cool, they gotta have something going for them!

 

[Redman]

Ya think I need new rear brake pads?

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[SVSooke]

Ya think I need new rear brake pads?

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Nah,you should be good for 10,000 more miles

 

[Greenbraes]

a lot of brakes getting look at today!....I pulled the two replacement front calipers to bits today....I was hoping the pistons would be good but not the case, pic below, so 2 new stainless ones had to be ordered..aaaa..I have all the seals here so have to wait until the end of the week before the pistons get here.....one good thing..maybe...I was going to blast and paint the calipers but to be honest after I degreased and ultrasoniced them to death they are not to bad...don't know if I should paint or just rebuild!!!...O and the pads I found in the calipers were good so no meed to buy more

one duff piston....other is the same

RB