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Wanted / Wanted 1980 Suzuki RM250/400 rear backing plate

« on: January 31, 2022, 05:30:10 pm »

Hi all,
         I'm looking for a 1980 RM 400 backing plate.  The 250 from the same year will also fit.


Cheers
Pete

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Suzuki / RM400 Shock lenght Centre of eye to center of eye.

« on: December 30, 2021, 06:20:50 pm »

Does anyone know the correct shock length for a  RM400 [1980]


Cheers
Pete

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Suzuki / Re: rattle can black frame paint

« on: December 30, 2021, 06:15:15 pm »

Once you decide on the coulor try the paint place, they can supply 2 pack paint in a rattle can.   About $50


Pete

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Wanted / Suzuki RM400 T [1980]

« on: November 24, 2021, 01:44:08 pm »

Hi All,
           Thought I would look on here first before buying aftermarket.    I'm chasing a Fuel Tank and an Exhaust pipe for my RM400. 

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Tech Talk / Re: 86 RM250 Clutch problems

« on: October 21, 2021, 12:31:01 pm »

Thanks Bazza and Tomas.     Sounds logical, I will have a look at that. 


Pete

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Tech Talk / Re: 86 RM250 Clutch problems

« on: October 21, 2021, 12:44:44 am »

Hi Tomas,
                Washer is there,  I measured the thickness and it is correct.


Pete

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Tech Talk / 86 RM250 Clutch problems

« on: October 20, 2021, 06:44:58 pm »

Hi All,
          I have a problem with the clutch on my 86 RM250.  I didn't rebuild the bike, but I have replaced the springs and metal plates with OEM parts.   The fiber plates look new and  measure 2.8ish mm thick which according to my Clymer manual is within spec.  [As are the metal at 2.00mm]The clutch cage is not grooved and in good order, it looks like the correct setup when I check the parts list. 

The clutch will not disengage, the plates are not sticking together and spin freely when not tightened down.   When you pull the lever in you can feel the cable trying to stretch, I have tried 2 new cables, same result.  No amount of adjusting helps, it feels more like a brake than a clutch.   The pinion release is straight and looks to operate fine. 

When I take out ether a metal or fiber plate,  it feels good and disengages, but unfortunately it then slips.  The only thing I can think is that the fiber plates are too thick despite what the Clymer manual says.   I have several older RM clutches and the fiber plates in them are all thicker so no use trying them.   

I have rebuilt several RMs from 80 - 87 and am completely stumped.   Maybe I can lock tight the spring bolts and back them off but am concerned they may com loose.     

Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated.

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Suzuki / where to get hoses 87 RM125

« on: December 12, 2017, 11:11:57 pm »

Hi All
         I just bought some hoses from China  for my 87 RM125 the one from the pump to the radiator fits but the other 2 don't even come close .  [Yes I know I should have known better]  Can anyone suggest a supplier ?     Suzuki don't have any in stock.


Pete

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Wanted / Re: 1981 RM250X Suzuki

« on: November 04, 2017, 09:00:17 am »

I don't have many John, but what are you after ?

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Wanted / 1981 RM250X Suzuki

« on: October 21, 2017, 07:13:16 pm »

A bit of a long shot, but does anyone have a frame for a RM250X they would be happy to swap for some money ?   Mine needs some rust cut out, but I would rather swap it over and get the current one cut and welded later.

Cheers
Pete

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General Discussion / 81 RM250X

« on: March 18, 2017, 05:11:53 pm »

Hi All,
          I just replaced my old damaged cases with a pair of new NOS ones.    the clutch shaft feels tight after I tighten all the screws.  Prior to that last tightening all is good.  It is in neutral and everything looks good.   All bearings are pushed right in and I have double checked all the washers etc.    But i noticed the new gasket I bought from CSML is a fair bit thinner than the original.     Would this make that much difference ? 

The old gasket is not bad but I would prefer to use the new one ?   I also have some Hyloma gasket goo but as the cases are new I wasn't planning on using it.

Suggestions welcome.

Pete

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Suzuki / Re: 75 RM125 side number plates

« on: December 24, 2016, 04:28:08 pm »

Try CMS in Holland, their web page says in stock for 39 Euros each.    I just bought some for my 87 from them.  Ordered Monday night and delivered in Perth Friday lunch. 

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Wanted / 1987 Suzuki RM Swingarm wanted

« on: November 03, 2016, 01:50:47 pm »

Hi All,
         I'm looking for a swing arm for a 87 125.   The 250 possibly fits as well 88 models.   


Cheers     

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Tech Talk / Re: Crank case splitter

« on: October 17, 2016, 01:19:42 am »

I got mine from Motoxparts in New Zealand as well.  Used it yesterday and it works a treat.   Cant remember what it cost, but I don't think it was that much. 

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Tech Talk / Re: Timing and TDC for a RM

« on: August 04, 2016, 10:51:54 pm »

No  I know where top dead center is, what do Suzuki recommend is it 2mm like HPI recommend ?