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  1. Whooshka

    Screen extensions - any good on stock screen?

    There are no conclusive findings, too many variables involved. For me I tried one and after a little fiddling I got it to MY liking. Some guys want an absolute air pocket to ride in while others, like me, like a little air flow on them. You can adjust them where they do make a difference.
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    Gen 3 , have to hit the starter button two or three times before bike starts. Use to start first click every time.?

    So when was your last tune up? Meaning oil, plugs, filters, a can of FI cleaner, etc. Is the battery strong?
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    Rotor bobbins still a little tight after cleaning

    This suggestion I can agree with. ;)
  4. Whooshka

    Gen 3 , have to hit the starter button two or three times before bike starts. Use to start first click every time.?

    Yes what Harper said. If it cranks but does not fire I'd say battery going bye bye. If pressing the button does nothing for a time or two, loosen the screws holding the switch housing together, pry it apart a hair and spray the insides with something like ACF-50 or De-Oxit. Don't use WD40...
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    Rotor bobbins still a little tight after cleaning

    Nobody mentioned repair. You mentioned "periodic maintenance", which is what changing pads is. Which is what cleaning bobbins is. One of the main functions of the bobbins is to keep heat from the rotor's braking surface away from the carrier, avoiding warping. So "micro scratches" are a...
  6. Whooshka

    Rotor bobbins still a little tight after cleaning

    I don't think any manufacturer lists cleaning your caliper pistons when changing pads but you do that anyway, don't you?
  7. Whooshka

    Rotor bobbins still a little tight after cleaning

    There really are no symptoms. It's a maintenance thing. Like cleaning your calipers every once in a while. Here's an idea what to do....
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    Rotor bobbins still a little tight after cleaning

    I clean mine every year doing my spring prep. I have a rubber "cone" that goes into a cordless drill. A quick shot of brake cleaner, stick the cone in the bobbin, give it a quick spin and done. Takes 10 minutes, never had any brake issues.
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    Rotor bobbins still a little tight after cleaning

    Did you spray the bobbins with brake cleaner as you turned them? They can hold quite a bit of crud. Otherwise they're fine, can't always turn them by hand. But as long as you "broke them free" you're good to go.
  10. Whooshka

    Black on gold FJR. Only in Japan?

    Those gold wheels might even look good on my '015 Liquid Graphite. Photoshop anyone?
  11. Whooshka

    RJ Reactive Tent

    Seems OK. Good price but can't tell quality. I couldn't find dimensions or weight, those are critical if moto camping.
  12. Whooshka

    ABS rear brakes engaging

    You have 2 threads going asking for help with the same problem. You received help from a half dozen guys here and no response. How about you post the solution so that you may help others with the same problem?
  13. Whooshka

    Saddle bag reverberation

    Sorry had to laugh. Refurb, refurbish.
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