duhs10

4 hours ago, kemmotar said:

Since you are fond of 30mm internal diameter, check also bitubo ech229 pressurized cartridges.  They say are superior of ohlins nix30.

For ohlins nix30  keep in mind that the newer model fks504 is inferior than fgk237 in some internal parts and the country of manufacturing,  at least this info we have from local ohlins and yamaha.

Thanks for your input...

The FGK 237 is discontinued unfortunately... I can't seem to find the bitubo ech229's you speak of.

EDIT: found the bitubo's. Pretty good price.... no service locations in the US that I could see.

5 hours ago, BBB said:

When mine lost coolant it was a tiny hole in the hard pipes on the oil cooler. Thankfully for you it is very rare to fail there, but worth a check.

I was just reading about corrosion on the oil cooler causing them to fail and thought of this thread.  Hopefully it's not that.

Probably should have done Matt's advanced option from the beginning.

I've thought about the AK-20... but like the idea of the larger diameter pistons in the Ohlins NIX-30.

I might give Traxxion a call. Good suggestion.

3 hours ago, betoney said:

Just as a point of reference, my '15 still has the original battery and starts instantly hot or cold.  I have never had to 'crank' the motor to get it to start.  If I am not going to be riding for several weeks or prolonged winter break then it has the battery tender attached.

Mine acts the same except that I am on my 2nd battery.

3 hours ago, betoney said:

The important thing when getting a shock built is honest communication with the builder so they know exactly how you will be using it and can spring and valve it accordingly.  Buying a prebuilt off the shelf shock like through Revzilla will definitely be an improvement but will have a generic (although probably very good) shim stack vs an 'exact' shim stack tailored to your needs.

For the price, the Ohlins sounds like a great deal.  My brother has that same shock on his Honda 919 and it is awesome!  Do you already have fork cartridges?

I currently have some intermediate cartridges from Matt but plan on getting some Ohlins NIX-30 cartridges. 

Matt (forks by matt) says the Nitron is a better unit for the cost compared to the Ohlins... here's what I'm weighing. Nitron NTR1 $625, YA535 $825, NTR2 $950, NTR2 with remote preload $1175.

I'm leaning toward the YA535, due to independent rebound and compression adjustment, with remote preload. NTR1 has rebound and compression combined, NTR2 has them independent but costs extra to add remote preload.. I'm unsure if remote preload can be added to the NTR1.

Anyone else have any input on a comparison or opinion of these two shocks?

On 11/21/2018 at 2:44 AM, kemmotar said:

before swapping to ohlins ya535 (S46HR1C1S), I was running a nitron NTR-R3.
 

You still around @kemmotar? I'm curious why you swapped from the NTR-R3 to the YA535?  Looking at a YA-535 or R2 so would love your input as I am unable to find any true comparison between the two shocks.

10 hours ago, enx said:

This is an easiest and most secure way guys...

I use a stand as well... but mine fits in the triple clamp so I can pull the forks as well if needed.

For a lasting color change on the wheels you could have them powder coated.

Have you thought about vinyl wrap to cover the blemish on the panel?

30 minutes ago, Wintersdark said:

Oooh, I love the black and orange.  Really nice.

Thank you. 

4 hours ago, BBB said:

I like the way the bottom of your screen is painted the same as the body colour @duhs10. Is that something you’ve done yourself?

Thanks.

It came from Puig that way... it is actually a matte black.

On 5/7/2020 at 7:25 PM, Dirty Randy said:

05/06/20 update 

Installed a new sensor, very easy to do!  The check engine light is now off and so is the TC light.  HOWEVER the ABS light is still on without the check engine light and the speedo is wildly off.

 

 

ABS light will remain illuminated after starting the bike until the motorcycle is traveling at a certain speed (can't remember if its 5mph or 10mph).  This isn't what your experiencing is it?

I assume you have taken the bike out and got it up to speed since you are stating thst the speedo is wrong... in that case I'm not sure. Great input, I know....

Took my FJ out today... stopped at Two Wheels of Suches and Vogel State park while riding around in Northern Georgia.  Got my dad to tag along with his Vulcan Nomad.  Beautiful weather today.... also saw a Tracer 900 in passing at the intersection of 180 and 19...

@wordsmith We would love to welcome you back to the Tracer fold... I am curious though what is making you ponder a switch back to the Tracer (again) since you recently purchased that R nineT.

As far as lowering the Tracer. The Cheapest route would be lower links (dog bone) and moving the forks in the tree concurrently.

Sounds like you are aware of the options for shocks. Perhaps the shop that fitted you k-tech knows of some options...

2 hours ago, SKYFLIX said:

Installed a set, front and rear, of 12oClockLabs Programmable Advanced Animated Turn Signals. Boy are these things cool! While I was at it, installed a Blaster-X brake light, but chose NOT to integrate the turn signals into it. And if that wasn't enough, the Madstad and Engage tank bag came in the mail today as well. It was like Christmas! Now I'm just waiting on the GPS mount.

What's that little rear engine hot rod you got there?

Seriously considering a T7 as a second bike... gonna have to make sure I don't lose my job in the fall first.

I'm getting 20% for April and May from Progressive.

12 hours ago, betoney said:

You can buy the parts to convert one but the "touring Edition" model itself is only available in Europe as is the SP model.

Still, I don't see how they can call it a Touring Edition with a straight face when it gets such horrible fuel economy.

Agreed... I've been on rides with some MT-10s and they literally stop for gas every 75 to 100 miles (obviously the tank goes a little further).

On 4/21/2020 at 1:01 PM, metallion said:

Thanks BBB. I actually went on the website and speced out a nice looking seat. How do you get pricing? Must have to pick one of the individual retailers I'm guessing? 

Ordered mine from Silverstonemotor.com... really easy process.

As stated previously... fairly common issue. No need to worry. Go have the dealer erase the code.

Thanks to everyone that was quick to give advice.

I recently switched to a Bagster seat (ready luxe with BULTEX foam). Very pleased.

I agree with @RandyN.. intake (airbox temp)

If you plan to take the rear stand off the bike then lowering shouldn't be too big of an issue.

Rear stand and pegs scrape enough at the regular ride height when leaned over. Lowering will make it worse. Not so much the GT but earlier models had the infamous oil drain plug issue....