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650 Interceptor & Continental GT / Re: Bar-end mirrors with hand guards

« Last Post by Quest on April 22, 2024, 12:23:14 pm »

I’m trying to figure out the best way to do this.  Rottweiler makes a kit for an easy install but do I need to spend $200?  Give me some ideas.

At the most elemental starting point, you need a 7/8 inch "plug" for the mirror to grasp. Hollow or aluminum to regard weight. Then you need a way to fasten the plug to the hand guard band, either inside or outside, depending on your choice. You need to make sure that this plug won't rotate from wind and vibration.
You don't say if you have already bought any of the components ...
You don't say how important the overall width is to you ... If it doesn't matter you could simply use a longer bolt going into the handlebar and a washer.
Dozens of hardware store remedies and naturally, the local welding shop could help.
Fill us in.

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650 Interceptor & Continental GT / Re: NY/ Connecticut/ Maybe Jersey members meet and ride.

« Last Post by zimmemr on April 22, 2024, 12:20:19 pm »

I had a lot of fun, and it was great meeting everyone. I promise the next one will be a lot warmer. 

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350 J Platform / Re: Hard to edit !

« Last Post by Dantheman on April 22, 2024, 09:58:37 am »

Is it just me or is posting on this forum hard to edit, some how I managed to post two pictures instead of one and in case anybody asks yes I was sober !

You can edit a post for a short period of time after posting (I believe we have this set to 1 hour), this is useful to correct grammar etc.

The reason we limit this edit time, is that users in the past have gone back and edited historic posts or even removed them entirely. This then causes these topics to loose structure and sense when reading back through.

Hopefully this helps.

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411 & 450 Himalayan & Scram / Re: fuel line quick release

« Last Post by Thislldo on April 22, 2024, 09:50:02 am »

Thanks. I'll have a look.

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411 & 450 Himalayan & Scram / Re: fuel line quick release

« Last Post by Goldie on April 22, 2024, 09:16:01 am »

You can buy special fuel line connector pliers on eBay. You probably didn't squeeze hard enough.

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350 J Platform / Re: Hard to edit !

« Last Post by Ivy on April 22, 2024, 09:15:28 am »

............... and in case anybody asks yes I was sober !

Well, that was your first problem     To edit look for the modify button, top right of your original post. You don't get long to do it though, the "modify" option disappears after  fairly short time.

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411 & 450 Himalayan & Scram / fuel line quick release

« Last Post by Thislldo on April 22, 2024, 08:02:12 am »

Needing to remove the fuel tank on my 2019 Himmy, I was unable to detatch the "quick release" connection of the hose to the base of the tank. I tried compressing the tab on each side of the connector but cannot detach the hose.
So I had to disconnect the other bit and manouver the tank to a position that enabled me to do the job.
So, any hints on how to get the connector to disconnect?
Looking at Hitchcocks list I can see that a new fuel delivery pipe is not cheap. I have not examined the connection at the fuel injector end and realise that may be some kind of special connection. In line quick release connectors are available. Might it be possible to use such an item with conventional fuel hose?

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350 J Platform / Hard to edit !

« Last Post by Flashdan on April 22, 2024, 08:00:03 am »

Is it just me or is posting on this forum hard to edit, some how I managed to post two pictures instead of one and in case anybody asks yes I was sober !

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350 J Platform / Re: 48mm Voltmeter?

« Last Post by Flashdan on April 22, 2024, 07:46:29 am »

This is my second version.

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350 J Platform / Re: 48mm Voltmeter?

« Last Post by Flashdan on April 22, 2024, 07:35:53 am »

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I’ve made use of the redundant hole where the RE badge is, I didn’t want or feel the need for a rev counter and of course there’s the cost ! I fitted a cheap voltmeter by drilling out the centre of the badge but the only downside is it removes the centre where the retaining screw fits, I am fortunate to have a 3D printer so I made a cage with a nut in the bottom to retain it. I’m sure you can wrap some insulation tape around the modified badge to secure it in place. I must point out that it’s a real “ball ache” to get at the screw but Hitchcocks Rev counter fitting instructions deal with this. I took the feed from the accessory plug in the headlamp but this only works when the engine is running.