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Wanted / Re: WANTED: damper rod extenders Yam DT1,2,3 RT1,2,3.

« on: November 03, 2024, 04:33:34 pm »

We will be anxiously awaiting the outcome. Do you have the specs for Damper rod mod"back in the day?

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For Sale / Re: Pre 70 Yam 250 for sale, SOLD

« on: October 28, 2024, 08:08:32 am »

That is a looker, with an almost Ossa SDR look about it

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Tech Talk / Re: Mikuni 6 series needle compare graph

« on: September 01, 2024, 07:44:43 am »

That is a very good looking graph, with the colours making it eady to see the differences between needles. Having the dimensions graphed , rather than numbers makes is so much easier to understand at a glance. I have looked at the needle numbers till my head ached.
Great work John

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Tech Talk / Re: Twostroke VM jetting, just want to think out loud.

« on: August 26, 2024, 08:42:25 am »

Well John,

I think this opens the door for you to share your knowledge. Perhaps you wouls be so kind as to post your thoughts pn jetting the Mikuni VM carburettor i a series of articles.

The Mikuni VM series may be old technology but I enjoy the ease of obtaining new stock and parts. I find them easy to work on, compared to other model Mikunis.

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Tech Talk / Re: Yam DT1 front brake cam improvement?

« on: August 12, 2024, 08:06:38 am »

Can you measure the appropriate dimensions and post them.

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General Discussion / Re: Welcome back. Log in issues.

« on: August 12, 2024, 08:04:33 am »

Great to know we are up for everyone.

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Tech Talk / Re: Circlip on countershaft

« on: June 30, 2024, 09:28:26 am »

Keep the "outside of the box" fixes coming. As the bikes get older we aften have to resort to alternative fixes to keep the bikes running.

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Husqvarna / Re: Husqvarna chain sliders / defense 1981 to 1984

« on: June 26, 2024, 08:25:00 am »

Great fabrication, keep us posted on your new stuff

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Tech Talk / Amal mk2 carburettor differences

« on: June 22, 2024, 08:31:23 am »

So in the never ending search for blend between originality and rideability with my Bultacos I have decided it is time to start work on returning to the original spec Amal MK 2 carburettor.
I have a collection of used and NOS Amal carbies.

I am unsure of the diffetences between 4 and 2 stroke Anal carbies ( pilot in body versus in the float bowl and the various float bowls of differing depths.

I have my suspicions but think someone with more knowledge than me on here will be able to put me on the correct path!

Awaiting responses from the knowledgeable, peter

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General Discussion / new member wushing to join

« on: June 21, 2024, 08:18:26 am »

Andy, from Minnesota USA, (this has come from my facebook feed), has tried to create a login but was unsuccessful. I firmly believe forums offer decent advice etc compared with Facebook etc and try to always direct users to Forums.

peter

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Tech Talk / Re: 1980 RM 400 fouling plugs

« on: June 14, 2024, 08:43:22 am »

Please let us know how you progress. Grest ride

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Tech Talk / Re: 1980 RM 400 fouling plugs

« on: June 13, 2024, 09:25:54 am »

There is a wealth of knowledge on here. Beware of blanket statements like " run 40:1 Motul". We do need to know much more background on the bike. Sounds like a great bike. Hope you enjoyed Connondale!

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Tech Talk / Re: Circlip on countershaft

« on: June 11, 2024, 08:38:24 am »

If the workshop manual, showd the front sprocket being held on by a nut (most adult sized bikes use a nut and lock tab), you should definately use the nut. A motorcycle dealer shouks stock a nut. Allowing the sprocket to move or come loose can lead to catastrophic faikure if - engine cases and or sprocket shaft. I would strongly recommend following the factory fastening system.

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Competition / Re: Classic Weekend - Conondale QLD

« on: June 07, 2024, 09:20:46 am »

Thsnks for advising, unfortunately us Victorians will have to spend the weekend in the cold

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Vinduro / Re: VTR Vinduro - Bulahdelah - March 9/10 2024

« on: April 16, 2024, 08:30:56 am »

Great pictures. Looks like you guys had a great event.