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Steering head socket vs spanner for setting torque
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I have both. The socket is more intuitive if you didn't read the instructions on how to properly use the spanner.
Today at 8:58 AM
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A hook-type spanner applied correctly will give you the same result as a nut socket if you have one to properly fit the castellated nut...
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OK - now that you are back in neutral, sounds like you have a plan. FWIW - clearly your tinnitus is worse than mine, but music in the...
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Dan Thank you for the heads up about BatteriesPlus. I just placed an order with them, which I should receive May 2nd. I put the bike...
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First the disclaimer. Jammer, I'm not trying to offend you in any way, but I know how difficult it is to be objective and fully...
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Even in gear (assuming the Even in gear, the bike should rock back and forth a couple of inches. If it doesn't, either the rear brake...
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In neutral? Likely the clutch plates are a bit stuck and will likely break loose once you attempt to turn it over. You might take the...
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Bottle brush works. I wouldn't worry too much about it though .
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Might need some acid or even toilet bowl cleaner. Wouldn't worry too much about it. CAREFULLY check the overflow tank for cracks and...
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True, and the same with going uphill or down. With respect to turns, automotive GPS update frequency is on the order of 1 Hz or faster...
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Point not covered yet. Gps works by by doing the math from points A to B. Excepting signal lag this is extremely accurate for a...
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While you have the plug boot off the wire, use a volt / ohm meter to check the resistance in the boot. There is a resister in the boot...
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Pry up the edges of the boot with a flat bladed screwdriver. Rather than a penetrant, I would use a bit of spray silicone lube...
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I would try an impact drill with an Allen bit. Getting the engine going as per the advice here is certainly the priority. Once you’ve...
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I'll add to the list - although changing plugs is not really necessary, you should pull them and spray some sort of lube (fogging spray)...
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