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Post by Tobyjugs on Feb 9, 2017 22:43:44 GMT 1
I will make some pictures
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Post by Tobyjugs on Feb 12, 2017 19:58:47 GMT 1
Ok chaps one more last request on advice.
Just in case i forget something can you give me advice about what spares and tools you would take with you. I will edit this list as suggestions are made and this will be my final check list
Spare Parts
One spare engine Throttle cable clutch cable A pair levers for brake and clutch Gear lever Fork seals Spare set of seals for kickstart and other holes in the engine casings Jets and carb spares Different size sprockets Assorted electrical connectors Tie wraps 10 liter of transmission oil (the landy uses this as well) ATF oil Box of two stroke oil 60 liters of premix 28:1 (for two bikes) Set of wheels with inner tubes (just in case)
Tools Assorted metric spanners socket set Allen key set Torque wrench Tyre pressure gauge Hammer Crimping tool Torch 2 camping seats
Special Stuff Red DM's Kenny Roberts style Tee Shirt (thanks Sky Demon) Cap'n Jaspers Tee shirt
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Post by lrcarl on Feb 12, 2017 20:13:12 GMT 1
Jets couple of sizes each way Carl
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Post by Tobyjugs on Feb 12, 2017 20:17:50 GMT 1
Thanks Carl
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Post by marsbar350 on Feb 12, 2017 20:36:23 GMT 1
is the bike going in the back of the landrover? id take some carb cleaner
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Post by 4l04ever on Feb 12, 2017 20:39:32 GMT 1
Take a spare complete working bike.....and all the other stuff :-)
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Post by 4l04ever on Feb 12, 2017 20:40:12 GMT 1
.....or take a four stroke backup bike and no tools.....
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Post by Tobyjugs on Feb 12, 2017 20:43:06 GMT 1
is the bike going in the back of the landrover? id take some carb cleaner My Land Rover is very green well apart from the red bits
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Post by Tobyjugs on Feb 12, 2017 20:45:03 GMT 1
.....or take a four stroke backup bike and no tools..... I heard that enough from the tuner ha ha Its gonna get thrashed for 3 days
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Post by marsbar350 on Feb 12, 2017 21:03:00 GMT 1
embarrass a few wobbly 4 stroke riders will make the trip worthwhile
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Post by wallcraft on Feb 12, 2017 21:05:09 GMT 1
Zip ties, tyre pressure gauge. Have fun you'll love it, be smooth and build from there! Mark.
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Post by Tobyjugs on Feb 12, 2017 21:17:18 GMT 1
Cheers Mark zip ties alway handy
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Post by steve h on Feb 12, 2017 21:49:01 GMT 1
Spare inner tube and tyre levers.
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Post by Tobyjugs on Feb 12, 2017 22:31:43 GMT 1
Spare inner tube and tyre levers. This what i write now is a bit controversial. I do not have any inner tubes on the standard lc wheels. I have heard that they can be porous and leak although they are rims made for tubeless tyres. i have a few wheels which have come with and without inner tubes. I have been using the tyres with no tubes for a while now and have had no problems. What i have done is used a latex fluid which you add to the inside of the tyre. This fluid stays fluid and if there are any leaks it plugs them. I had a front rim with a slow leak and this cured it. It is meant for mountain bikes.
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Post by Tobyjugs on Feb 12, 2017 22:39:18 GMT 1
embarrass a few wobbly 4 stroke riders will make the trip worthwhile Hi marsbar thats the ultimate dream. We did it in the 80's and now i only do it to a certain type of BMW driver . As soon as they see the bike in the mirror they have a dislike and try to use the i have the power in a straight line routine.
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Post by Tobyjugs on Feb 14, 2017 11:02:20 GMT 1
Another question.
What should i wear under my leathers?
Before someone says it NO i'm not wearing frilly knicker's
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Post by steve h on Feb 14, 2017 14:12:53 GMT 1
Depends how hot it is? some wicking underwear? and it depends on what your leathers are lined with. Important thing is to feel comfortable with what you have on. That way you will not be distracted. Nothing worse than something not fitting right or something chaffing.
I have some of that long sleeved and long legged compression underwear and it feels great under leathers. And in the sweltering heat (hardly ever) it stops the leathers lining clinging and sticking and grabbing.
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Post by dave1w on Feb 14, 2017 21:09:14 GMT 1
What we use as underwear under diving Drysuits under suits are merino base layers. They wick all the sweat away really well, but also don't smell. You can often buy them cheap for Aldi/Lidl
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Post by wallcraft on Feb 14, 2017 22:22:12 GMT 1
Plain T-shirt and speedo type undies, you'll be sweating your bollocks off! And a handy nice towel for between sessions to dry your face.
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Post by Tobyjugs on Feb 14, 2017 23:45:31 GMT 1
Thanks for your replies i have some base clothing i think will be ok
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Post by 4l04ever on Feb 15, 2017 10:27:02 GMT 1
Clutch and brake levers. Maybe gear lever?
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Post by Tobyjugs on Feb 15, 2017 21:26:49 GMT 1
Clutch and brake levers. Maybe gear lever? Good suggestion i forgot gear lever (hope it's not needed)
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Post by bruno2 on Feb 15, 2017 21:53:49 GMT 1
AA or RAC card for when land rover breaks down lol
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Post by Tobyjugs on Feb 15, 2017 21:57:03 GMT 1
AA or RAC card for when land rover breaks down lol Ha ha Land Rovers don't break down they just linger in one place for a while.
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Post by Tobyjugs on Feb 19, 2017 0:15:38 GMT 1
I have had a cooling issue with one of my bikes so I nicked the large radiator from the other bike. Trouble is I am now a bit worried about this one as it always ran warmer than the ypvs engine. So I made some modifications to try and get some more cooling.
First I had a look around to see what I could use.
Cut these to size and fitted them to the radiator.
Then offered this up and pop riveted it in place.
I think I should just explain I am a bit of a hoarder and find it difficult to throw something away just in case I can use it for something. This is very true of the cooling fins. They come from a broken radiator cowling. I thought I should explain that before one of are resident YPVS fans thinks I have done something unholy to a perfectly good part Ha Ha
This will be put on the dyno bank shortly to check the carbouration and I will also check to see if this mod does it's job. Its rough and ready but if it works it will be ok for my track days
I had been i contact with Martin from MBD about a larger radiator but kept putting it off, then when my engine overheated i made the mod above, to try to keep the engine cool. I also contacted Martin and asked him for a radiator but the deadline was very tight to get it to Holland in time. Well today the postman brought me a present from the uk. I just want to say thank you to Martin for delivering on time. The radiator is very well made.
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Post by Tobyjugs on Feb 19, 2017 23:17:37 GMT 1
That's it chaps I'm off to Spain Let the fun begin!
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Post by marsbar350 on Feb 19, 2017 23:29:52 GMT 1
Good luck mate Looking forward to your reports Looking on enviously Mars
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Post by bare on Feb 19, 2017 23:31:37 GMT 1
Erm... Photo #4 Looks like the tinworm has taken a good bite on that frame.. Is it roadworthy?
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Post by wallcraft on Feb 19, 2017 23:37:45 GMT 1
Nice rad is it the same width as standard but with a 50mm core? All the best, enjoy. Mark.
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Post by Tobyjugs on Feb 19, 2017 23:42:15 GMT 1
Erm... Photo #4 Looks like the tinworm has taken a good bite on that frame.. Is it roadworthy? Bare it's me gusset not painted it yet
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