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Bullet with the UCE engine / Re: brake pistons dechromed

« Last Post by Haggis on April 23, 2024, 07:51:29 pm »

535 gt doesn't use FA228.
The Pricol pads in the photo I posted are FA228.

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Campfire Talk / Re: Україна і Родина

« Last Post by him a layin on April 23, 2024, 06:00:03 pm »

"necessity is a mother"

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Bullet with the UCE engine / Re: brake pistons dechromed

« Last Post by Guaire on April 23, 2024, 05:40:06 pm »

Take your pads and see if they match up to a EBC pad.
The CGT 535 uses EBC # FA228.

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650 Interceptor & Continental GT / Re: Michelin Road Classic tires

« Last Post by BRX39.5 on April 23, 2024, 05:22:30 pm »

I’ve just measured the tread depth on my roadrider II’s.
Odo showing 3991 miles and they were fitted at ~400 miles.
Rear is at 4mm; front is at 5mm, both in the middle of the tread.
Unfortunately I didn’t measure the new depths.
The front looks and feels unworn, the rear you can feel has flatted off a bit in the middle and probably about half worn.
Uk roads, mix of motorway and A/B roads.

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350 J Platform / Re: Classic 350, full service, some thoughts

« Last Post by Curious wanderer on April 23, 2024, 05:16:57 pm »

In the excitement before heading out on a big trip, it's easy to forget about checking the clutch cable for wear and tear.

Once, I found myself in this situation. I had meticulously serviced, replaced, and polished every part of the motorcycle (RE Bullet Electra Twinspark 350 ) in the photo attached before setting off into the wilderness.

However, about 100 kilometers into the journey, as the road conditions worsened, I noticed the frayed cable at the lever end. It served as a reminder of my oversight – I had forgotten to ask the mechanics to inspect / replace the clutch cable amidst focusing on the larger components during servicing.

Just seconds later, the cable snapped, leaving me stranded.

I had to be towed back to the nearest motorcycle mechanic, essentially returning to where I had started the journey.

A really good point, it’s done and it’s ok. Reminds me to order a spare to tape amplongside it as well.thanks.

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350 J Platform / Re: Classic 350, full service, some thoughts

« Last Post by indibiker on April 23, 2024, 04:38:40 pm »

In the excitement before heading out on a big trip, it's easy to forget about checking the clutch cable for wear and tear.

Once, I found myself in this situation. I had meticulously serviced, replaced, and polished every part of the motorcycle (RE Bullet Electra Twinspark 350 ) in the photo attached before setting off into the wilderness.

However, about 100 kilometers into the journey, as the road conditions worsened, I noticed the frayed cable at the lever end. It served as a reminder of my oversight – I had forgotten to ask the mechanics to inspect / replace the clutch cable amidst focusing on the larger components during servicing.

Just seconds later, the cable snapped, leaving me stranded.

I had to be towed back to the nearest motorcycle mechanic, essentially returning to where I had started the journey.

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Other marques / Re: BSR/xpro/vitacci Raven 250 dual-sport

« Last Post by Richard230 on April 23, 2024, 04:10:14 pm »

But as usual, in California you eventually may not have a choice which diesel fuel you use if you buy it here. On the other hand, prices here are higher than anywhere else, so truckers might want (and likely do) buy their fuel in a neighboring state, like Nevada, before driving into CA. So far, the inspection stations at the border are not smelling truck exhaust to make sure that is smells like french fries and not oil. But that time might come. 

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Campfire Talk / Re: Україна і Родина

« Last Post by zimmemr on April 23, 2024, 04:00:25 pm »

While the military did contribute to primarily large engine development, automobiles including race cars saw the majority of engine development. Superchargers, 4 valve heads, overhead cams and dual spark plugs were first introduced in automotive applications prior to WW1.

Absolutely true, "win on Sunday, sell on Monday." At the bottom, in my opinion most of the significant improvements in engine development have been enthusiast driven.

FWIW I'm a member of the Connecticut Antique Machinery Club, some members have IC engine powered equipment dating back to the 1890's, I'm always amazed at the technology that was employed in some of those early efforts. Unfortunately, it was often sidelined due to cost or manufacturing issues only to be "reinvented" once those issues were resolved.

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Campfire Talk / Re: Україна і Родина

« Last Post by AzCal Retred on April 23, 2024, 03:56:34 pm »

@ # 227: Auto racing the 1930's was used by Germany and others to develop & showcase their aviation engines. Insanely powerful engines were used to race on tires little better than pencil erasers.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Zji_woRTls

https://automobilist.com/en-us/blogs/stories/1930s-supercharged-for-the-future

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/German_rearmament

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350 J Platform / Revised Service Schedule: J Series Valve Adjustments and 1st Service Kit Updates

« Last Post by indibiker on April 23, 2024, 03:50:27 pm »

Previously, the RE's 1st Periodical Maintenance Schedule (500 km or 45 days) on the J series mandated an inspection and adjustment advice for the inlet and exhaust valve clearance.

The recent update in India indicates a revision to the valve adjustment requirement, extending it to 10,000 kilometers or 1 year, unless there are external factors prompting earlier attention, such as unusual valve noise, etc.

The updated First Service Kit contents have also been modified to exclude the rocker arm cover gasket and its bolt gaskets.

The video confirms the updates: <https://youtu.be/pamwcupfA_U?si=LAKe_Jf4RAaAdnji>