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by Cosmo007
Mon Jun 20, 2005 8:58 pm
Forum: General Discussion / Links / Off Topic
Topic: A great Fathers Day ride
Replies: 9
Views: 7990

Re: A great Fathers Day ride

Jim,<br>Great to see such a large group enjoying a beautiful day! All the local riders here run around a glorified go-kart track on private land. Keeps the fuzz control down on the highways, but more than 5 bikes on a ride is unheard of. I usually ride with 3 others at best. Thanks for the post. <p>...
by Cosmo007
Tue Jun 14, 2005 7:54 pm
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: oil running down kick stand . . .
Replies: 9
Views: 7800

Re: oil running down kick stand . . .

On to another area of concern, especially since it is happening to me.<br><!--EZCODE EMOTICON START :banana --><img src=http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v209/FZRDude/Smilies/Dancing_Bananna.gif ALT=":banana"><!--EZCODE EMOTICON END--> <br>The water pump shaft seal can fail and has a design built in...
by Cosmo007
Tue Jun 07, 2005 8:23 pm
Forum: General Discussion / Links / Off Topic
Topic: cornering tips needed from experienced riders !
Replies: 19
Views: 16417

Re: cornering tips needed from experienced riders !

Not to be an offensive snob, but you guys need to see that the question posted here wasn't how to max out the ability of an old, heavy and powerful liter bike. Trail braking is for advanced to expert riders. Modifying your already competent bike is for someone who has mastered the one they have. Twi...
by Cosmo007
Sat Jun 04, 2005 10:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion / Links / Off Topic
Topic: cornering tips needed from experienced riders !
Replies: 19
Views: 16417

Re: cornering tips needed from experienced riders !

I like the input that you are getting from everyone here. Now for my 2-bits. I disagree that the fzr1k isn't a canyon carver, a properly set-up fzr can run a very high tempo in the twisties at a comfortable input level. A stock suspended bike pretty much blows, but will still scoot right along. When...
by Cosmo007
Mon May 30, 2005 9:13 pm
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: Pilot Powers at 7,500 miles
Replies: 16
Views: 14838

Re: pilot powers

Official feedback now. Just ran about 300 mile day on mine and can make some better judgements. Front end feel is awesome, turn in fast and precise, rear tire grip is very consistent with good crossed up wheel off the ground drive out of corners. ChuckD noticed before me, but these tires don't get h...
by Cosmo007
Sat May 28, 2005 5:01 pm
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: Pilot Powers at 7,500 miles
Replies: 16
Views: 14838

Re: pilot powers

I to just had a set mounted. Best front tire I have ever felt, and that's only after one shake down run. Steering effort just went to as nuetral as it gets and man do these things turn in! I instantly noticed the soft compliant nature of the silica/rubber compound, very forgiving over the bumps. <p>...
by Cosmo007
Wed Mar 16, 2005 10:01 am
Forum: General Discussion / Links / Off Topic
Topic: tank bags
Replies: 10
Views: 9915

Re: tank bags

One tidbit to think of during design, why not expand in a dimension other than verticle? I don't use an expandable bag because of the line of fire from the fairng will tear your head off and decrease the enjoyment of the ride. I think that I will look at this Neslon bag as a possible replacement for...
by Cosmo007
Tue Dec 21, 2004 10:08 am
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: fcr carbs
Replies: 23
Views: 16875

FCR rideability

Hey Hooligan,<br><br>I have had the opportunity to ride Matt's cb1100f with his stock carbs and his fcr carbs and I have to say that the fcr's were simply amazing. The only warning I got from Matt was to avoid whacking the throttle open at low revs. I followed this advice and found the carbs to be v...
by Cosmo007
Wed Aug 04, 2004 9:32 am
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: jetting with k/n +race can
Replies: 19
Views: 10128

Re: jetting

I totally agree with the Flyingcircus! I have a 1040 kit with a K&N filter+race can, hve run the bike from sea level to 10,000 feet. Stock jetting is spot on. I have run every combination up thru 127 in all four carbs and have found stock jets with the second needle position my best set-up. The huge...
by Cosmo007
Mon Jul 12, 2004 5:03 pm
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: Overheating
Replies: 24
Views: 15412

Re: Overheating

Wish I could say more, but my bike is great on the open road and absolutely blows in town. I have run the oil cooler system as well as the water-cooled oil jacket system with similar results..HOT.. I have thought of running engine ice, but that s%!$ is expensive and I can choose to not ride in town,...
by Cosmo007
Tue Jun 15, 2004 9:13 am
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: Rear Tire change
Replies: 41
Views: 22412

Swingarm pivot stand

Heys guys,<br>I picked up a stand out of Australia by "Anderson Stands" for about $150 usd including the shipping. This stand locks in on the swingarm pivot and can be used to work on either the front or the back of the bike. You just need to tie down the rear of the bike to raise the front. This is...
by Cosmo007
Sun Jun 13, 2004 1:27 am
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: New Main Jets?
Replies: 11
Views: 7709

emulsion tubes

These are the tubes that the needle is centered within. The area of fuel atomization. Changing needle height has its effect within the emulsion tube first. <p></p><i></i>
by Cosmo007
Thu Apr 01, 2004 6:59 pm
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: warning lights
Replies: 4
Views: 4670

forgot one thing

Do the headlights go out when you thumb the switch? If so I would definatley go with the starter switch or maybe even the 3 plugs over the top of the coils, those plugs burn out and short as well.<br>Again, good luck.<br>Corey <p></p><i></i>
by Cosmo007
Thu Apr 01, 2004 6:53 pm
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: warning lights
Replies: 4
Views: 4670

Happened to me before

I would guess one of two things. The starter button has shorted out and melted. This is what mine did the only time I ever used my bike to get some trim.(thanks chuck for the use of teh 4runner)<!--EZCODE EMOTICON START :lol --><img src=http://www.ezboard.com/images/emoticons/laugh.gif ALT=":lol"><!...
by Cosmo007
Sun Mar 21, 2004 10:43 am
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: petcock stuck on reserve
Replies: 2
Views: 3253

in tank sensor

You mentioned changing the petcock, but not the intank sensor. This is rarely working in the fzr family. I have tried replacing everything like yourself, but the only thing that helps is the intank sensor replacement. If that is what you replaced and not the petcock than I have no ideas for you, goo...
by Cosmo007
Fri Feb 20, 2004 1:42 pm
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: 93' exup cold start probs!
Replies: 6
Views: 5683

exup?

The exup may be out of adjustment, which could cause some odd backpressure issues at idle. Just an idea but how what is the condition of the pilot jets? <p></p><i></i>
by Cosmo007
Wed Feb 04, 2004 6:16 pm
Forum: General Discussion / Links / Off Topic
Topic: A lively discussion?
Replies: 174
Views: 109251

Great link Dude

Went to the link, thanks for the great info. Just looking at the pictures brings back some great memories. <p></p><i></i>
by Cosmo007
Sun Feb 01, 2004 4:10 pm
Forum: General Discussion / Links / Off Topic
Topic: A lively discussion?
Replies: 174
Views: 109251

The little things

Love the ida behind the thread! I am here almost daily wanting just what you speak of and never find it, nor do I start it. Well I'll jump in.<br>I can't say that I have had the 1/3 throttle loss of traction except on dirty roads where I expected it, but ever since I had Chuck D's shop massage my mo...
by Cosmo007
Wed Sep 24, 2003 9:16 am
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: Knocking and De-restriction
Replies: 9
Views: 7023

Knocking

About the knocking you're feeling/hearing. I would have a knowledgeable person look over your clutch pack and basket. <p></p><i></i>
by Cosmo007
Mon Jun 23, 2003 4:27 pm
Forum: Tech Tips
Topic: EXUP handlebars
Replies: 4
Views: 4743

Use more force!

Just kidding. Try using lock-tight or some other thread locker and keep following the recommended torque settings. <p></p><i></i>