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Old 07-24-2008, 10:31 PM   #1
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just might do that, when i'm ready to upgrade.
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Old 07-24-2008, 10:33 PM   #2
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^^^^^ oh, i'm almost sure of that.
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Old 07-24-2008, 10:35 PM   #3
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^^^^^ oh, i'm almost sure of that.
Have you rode one yet?


BTW...I just did an oil change, adjusted clutch and checked primary chain tension this evening. First time doing those on this bike.
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Old 07-25-2008, 12:01 AM   #4
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Have you rode one yet?


BTW...I just did an oil change, adjusted clutch and checked primary chain tension this evening. First time doing those on this bike.
And other than the oil, probably unnecessary. You just wanted to use the manual.
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Old 07-25-2008, 10:08 AM   #5
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And other than the oil, probably unnecessary. You just wanted to use the manual.
Actually no....the shifting was a little sloppy. I had to pull the clutch lever all the way to the bar....after adjustment it's no bubbles no troubles. Primary was within spec so I didn't fuck with it.
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Old 07-25-2008, 04:08 PM   #7
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Old 07-26-2008, 06:17 PM   #9
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Have you rode one yet?


BTW...I just did an oil change, adjusted clutch and checked primary chain tension this evening. First time doing those on this bike.
haven't tested/riden one yet.


how is the DIY factor on Buells?
i hear going to the dealer for stuff is crazy.
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haven't tested/riden one yet.


how is the DIY factor on Buells?
i hear going to the dealer for stuff is crazy.
Air-cooled pushrod engine... mad retard easy. Liquid cooled Rotax... I'm takin' it to the KTM/Aprilia/Bimota/etc dealer.
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