Michael

That is a great link Bigdjag. Thank you.

I have managed to collect several keys but still don’t have them all which is a shame as I have some keyless locks. Will give these guys a go.

Hi Jack,

welcome 😉

Cheers, Michael

Had a great day out today and guess what? I was with 4 other twinners. Sadly did not see one 750 twin.

Went down with Tango and met Richh and Philpass there. Also bumped into my old Boss who bought a CSR project off me a couple of years ago and is currently restoring it.

Surely we can get more than 5 together in a meet. Where are you all?

This weekend I will install the electronic side stand switch.
After that the bike is ready to go 😉

These are the needed parts, bought for less than 20 Euros. Just add some cables and connectors, get it fitted to the bike and wire correctly.
It is called “Werner’s side stand switch (SSS)” solution 😉

It will let you start the engine in…[Read more]

Need to check that again !

I am adjusting it at the outermost position and it works with different Twins and since 20 years 😉

Maybe I tension it a bit to hard ?

Anyway, that caused no engine damage yet.

Cheers, Michael

Hi Beachcomber.

Great to see you around again. It is kinda mixed good and bad news for you and I wish you all the best.

It would be fantastic if your health would be kind enough to allow you to finish the twin project off. You’ve put a lot of time and effort in so far and I would also like to see her complete.

All the best

KK

Hi Mike,

thank you for the video !

Bike is running good, so there is only the individual stuff left 😉

Exhaust, transmission ratio, etc.

Well done !

Cheers, Michael

Hi Mike,

having a 17/40 transmission that may be the maximum a “106 increment chain length” will allow.
Going to 38 teeth sprocket in the rear should allow to go for 18 teeth front sprocket (if possible, as discussed in other thread).

Good luck !

Cheers, Michael

If you really think about that, have a look to the Netherlands.

These guys have a lot of experience with (camping) trailers, no speed limit for trailers at motorbikes and they have brilliant one-wheel-trailers of any kind.

Cheers, Michael

… and this is how the engine should look like when it is ok and the oil pan is removed:

Ok, from valve lifter holder to engine damage 😉

It was not my engine before but it is very likely that the previous owner has adjusted the valve clearance. Well, that’s fine but the valve cover is removed.

While doing this service work it is tempting to adjust the cam chain tensioner as well (which is a fatal error!). While the cover is off…[Read more]

Well, let me think about that 😉

Even better than a topcase.

A camping trailer has some advantages !

Hi Hans,

good looking bike !

Are you sure the valve cover was fitted before(!) you have set the cam chain tensioner ?

Setting the tension of the cam chain while valve cover is removed and mounted afterwards, that will destroy your engine !

All the best,
Michael

PS: Avoid that by following the right sequence !

Well, might there be a difference in chain size ?

Ok, I assume we all go with the stock 530 or aka DID50 chains. In the end this specifies the “inner” dimension of the chain and form of sprocket teeth.

I typically use high quality O- or X-ring chains, no standard chains without any rubber rings in between.
No idea, if the link plates are smaller…[Read more]

Hi Lonesome,

I have tried the 18 teeth front sprocket but it only fits when you remove the “half-moon shaped” front metal chain guard. In addition I’ve found that the chain can touch the clutch pushrod and grinds it a little bit. After seeing that I refused to use 18 teeth front sprockets.

Does it work on your bike without any issues ?

Hi Marko,

my concern isn’t the aerodynamic or optic, but the weight of baggage in it.
Keep it as low as possible, please 😉

Cheers, Michael

Hi Mike,

I regulary swap the front sprockets from 16 to 17 teeth.
That is matching the engine characteristic quite well.
The sprockets for Yamaha SR500 will fit and they are cheap 😉 Chain length can stay as it is.

A very comfortable cruising speed with that transmission ratio is 115 km/h (72 mph). Constantly more than 130 km/h (80 mph) causes…[Read more]

Hi Rich,

nice bike !
Is it a 16″ rear wheel ?

You may adjust the rear brake pedal a little bit lower, that should be more comfortable.

My cruising speed is 115 km/h, approx 70 mph.
Everything above that causes the engine to “sweat” oil from it’s gaskets.

I did the “ton” yesterday for approx 10 miles and the head gasket is gone now.
Oil is…[Read more]

Hi Marko,

at least it is a Kawa Twin 🙂
I expect it is a good ride.

… but the large topcase is a “No-Go”.
It is the worst position to place any baggage, as it moves the center of gravity up and backwards.
Respect the indicated max. load allowed for it.

Let the good times roll,
Michael

Thank you, guys !

Will take another two to four weeks to have the bike legaly on the road again.

Enough time left to test the bike and be ready for Norway 😉

Cheers, Michael