Comments for Ride Things http://www.ridethings.com/blog Harley Davidson, Snowmoviles, Minibikes and bikers stuff Sat, 04 Sep 2010 07:42:50 -0600 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 hourly 1 Comment on Problems with an overdue motorcycle valve adjustment? by molitor http://www.ridethings.com/blog/problems-with-an-overdue-motorcycle-valve-adjustment/comment-page-1/#comment-7037 molitor Sat, 04 Sep 2010 07:42:50 +0000 http://www.ridethings.com/blog/problems-with-an-overdue-motorcycle-valve-adjustment/#comment-7037 Make____________ Model___________ displacement______<a href="http://www.resumeminers.com/Networking.htm"> molitor</a> Make____________
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]]> Comment on Can a person that is 350lb Ride a Motorcycle with no problems? by Pupp http://www.ridethings.com/blog/can-a-person-that-is-350lb-ride-a-motorcycle-with-no-problems/comment-page-1/#comment-6992 Pupp Sat, 04 Sep 2010 07:08:46 +0000 http://www.ridethings.com/blog/can-a-person-that-is-350lb-ride-a-motorcycle-with-no-problems/#comment-6992 they can ride anything, my friend rides a suzuki GS500 and it does him just fine. (Weighs 280lb) He did have to have the shocks adjusted for his weight so they wouldn't bottom out. A hayabusa is just a ridiculous bike. I think he should try something like a pan european, or if he's really into japanese rockets, try a VFR800 (vtech) I think he would be better off on a big twin cylinder engined bike though, as they have more torque to pull away, so look at ducati if he can afford it, (749 would do it) or a Honda VTR. The choices are endless.<a href="http://www.bestdrumshop.com/bass-drum-beaters-85022"> Pupp</a> they can ride anything, my friend rides a suzuki GS500 and it does him just fine. (Weighs 280lb)

He did have to have the shocks adjusted for his weight so they wouldn’t bottom out.

A hayabusa is just a ridiculous bike.
I think he should try something like a pan european, or if he’s really into japanese rockets, try a VFR800 (vtech)

I think he would be better off on a big twin cylinder engined bike though, as they have more torque to pull away, so look at ducati if he can afford it, (749 would do it) or a Honda VTR.

The choices are endless. Pupp

]]> Comment on Motorcycle Performance problems. 95 heritage softail w/ hypercharger. Sputtering at high end of second gear? by Magz™ AMCNAS leader http://www.ridethings.com/blog/motorcycle-performance-problems-95-heritage-softail-w-hypercharger-sputtering-at-high-end-of-second-gear/comment-page-1/#comment-7019 Magz™ AMCNAS leader Sat, 04 Sep 2010 06:28:47 +0000 http://www.ridethings.com/blog/motorcycle-performance-problems-95-heritage-softail-w-hypercharger-sputtering-at-high-end-of-second-gear/#comment-7019 it means your downhill slope has leveled out... harleys only accelerate downhill...<a href="http://www.premierhomestyle.com/bath-accessories-1582"> Magz™ AMCNAS leader</a> it means your downhill slope has leveled out…

harleys only accelerate downhill… Magz™ AMCNAS leader

]]> Comment on Can a person that is 350lb Ride a Motorcycle with no problems? by RJ http://www.ridethings.com/blog/can-a-person-that-is-350lb-ride-a-motorcycle-with-no-problems/comment-page-1/#comment-6991 RJ Fri, 03 Sep 2010 15:49:09 +0000 http://www.ridethings.com/blog/can-a-person-that-is-350lb-ride-a-motorcycle-with-no-problems/#comment-6991 Every motorcycle has a maximum load capacity specified by the manufacturer. All you have to do is get a model with a capacity GREATER than 350#. As the max capacity of my KZ1000 is 350#, I doubt a 750cc would carry him, but one never knows, so check it out.<a href="http://www.secretfinance.com/offshore/offshore-seychelles.htm"> RJ</a> Every motorcycle has a maximum load capacity specified by the manufacturer. All you have to do is get a model with a capacity GREATER than 350#. As the max capacity of my KZ1000 is 350#, I doubt a 750cc would carry him, but one never knows, so check it out. RJ

]]> Comment on If I buy a motorcycle from a private seller with no written warranty and it has some problems when I start to? by Billy http://www.ridethings.com/blog/if-i-buy-a-motorcycle-from-a-private-seller-with-no-written-warranty-and-it-has-some-problems-when-i-start-to/comment-page-1/#comment-7061 Billy Fri, 03 Sep 2010 14:48:50 +0000 http://www.ridethings.com/blog/if-i-buy-a-motorcycle-from-a-private-seller-with-no-written-warranty-and-it-has-some-problems-when-i-start-to/#comment-7061 Sorry but once you buy it all the good and bad belong to you. That's why it's always a good idea to test drive it and also have a mechanic check it out. If the buyer will not allow you to take it to a mechanic to have it inspected they are hiding something and it would be wise to walk away.<a href="http://www.resumeminers.com/universities/gender-studies-degree.htm"> Billy</a> Sorry but once you buy it all the good and bad belong to you. That’s why it’s always a good idea to test drive it and also have a mechanic check it out. If the buyer will not allow you to take it to a mechanic to have it inspected they are hiding something and it would be wise to walk away. Billy

]]> Comment on Motorcycle problems. runs like crap. dunno why? by MotoMan http://www.ridethings.com/blog/motorcycle-problems-runs-like-crap-dunno-why/comment-page-1/#comment-7041 MotoMan Fri, 03 Sep 2010 14:05:52 +0000 http://www.ridethings.com/blog/motorcycle-problems-runs-like-crap-dunno-why/#comment-7041 Yes water could be the problem, but there could be other crud in your tank and carb. Drain the gas tank (use the fuel shut off valve in the reserve position) and properly dispose of the gas. Remove the float bowl and clean that too. Put in fresh gas and some fuel system cleaner like Techron or STP.<a href="http://www.resumeminers.com/universities-by-degree-program.htm"> MotoMan</a> Yes water could be the problem, but there could be other crud in your tank and carb. Drain the gas tank (use the fuel shut off valve in the reserve position) and properly dispose of the gas. Remove the float bowl and clean that too. Put in fresh gas and some fuel system cleaner like Techron or STP. MotoMan

]]> Comment on has anyone else had problems with stuck valves on 2007 v-star 1100 motorcycle ? by crash http://www.ridethings.com/blog/has-anyone-else-had-problems-with-stuck-valves-on-2007-v-star-1100-motorcycle/comment-page-1/#comment-7078 crash Fri, 03 Sep 2010 13:02:14 +0000 http://www.ridethings.com/blog/has-anyone-else-had-problems-with-stuck-valves-on-2007-v-star-1100-motorcycle/#comment-7078 its the dealers problem not yours, give them another chance. its probably a factory defect with the heads or maybe they don't know enough to check & ream the guides for proper clearance.or it could be overheating for some reason. yamahas engineering is better than most but with any manufactured product something will slip through occasionally in production,thats why they have warrantys. its just karma ,some days your the bug some days your the windshield<a href="http://www.proofficesupply.com/viking-office-supply.htm"> crash</a> its the dealers problem not yours, give them another chance. its probably a factory defect with the heads or maybe they don’t know enough to check & ream the guides for proper clearance.or it could be overheating for some reason.
yamahas engineering is better than most but with any manufactured product something will slip through occasionally
in production,thats why they have warrantys. its just karma ,some days your the bug some days your the windshield crash

]]> Comment on Does vibration in motorcycle cause health problems? by bikinkawboy http://www.ridethings.com/blog/does-vibration-in-motorcycle-cause-health-problems/comment-page-1/#comment-7006 bikinkawboy Fri, 03 Sep 2010 12:36:36 +0000 http://www.ridethings.com/blog/does-vibration-in-motorcycle-cause-health-problems/#comment-7006 The low amplitude, high frequency buzz of high reving, in line 2-4 cylinder bikes can in some individuals cause Bell's palsy in some individual's hands due to long term nerve damage. This isn't normally found in newer bikes with counter rotating balance shafts or rubber engine mounts, but good examples are the orginal CB 750 and 350-360 Hondas, Z1-900-1000 fours and 2 stroke triple Kawasakis, etc. Normally the low frequency, high amplitude shaking of low reving V twins, large in line twins and singles doesn't cause any long term problems.<a href="http://www.qualitylawnmower.com/robotic-lawn-mower.htm"> bikinkawboy</a> The low amplitude, high frequency buzz of high reving, in line 2-4 cylinder bikes can in some individuals cause Bell’s palsy in some individual’s hands due to long term nerve damage. This isn’t normally found in newer bikes with counter rotating balance shafts or rubber engine mounts, but good examples are the orginal CB 750 and 350-360 Hondas, Z1-900-1000 fours and 2 stroke triple Kawasakis, etc. Normally the low frequency, high amplitude shaking of low reving V twins, large in line twins and singles doesn’t cause any long term problems. bikinkawboy

]]> Comment on Honda Shadow Motorcycle Start Problems? by Mike http://www.ridethings.com/blog/honda-shadow-motorcycle-start-problems/comment-page-1/#comment-7117 Mike Fri, 03 Sep 2010 11:48:12 +0000 http://www.ridethings.com/blog/honda-shadow-motorcycle-start-problems/#comment-7117 Sounds like the starter is not working, if the starter won't even click then I would defiantly say it s the starter when the head light wont come on. Its wired thru the starter. Tapping won't do anything, price it out at your local Honda shop and check online at JP cycles.<a href="http://www.ecohomefashion.com/personal-care-62"> Mike</a> Sounds like the starter is not working, if the starter won’t even click then I would defiantly say it s the starter when the head light wont come on. Its wired thru the starter. Tapping won’t do anything, price it out at your local Honda shop and check online at JP cycles. Mike

]]> Comment on Motorcycle Problems? by Chad P http://www.ridethings.com/blog/motorcycle-problems-2/comment-page-1/#comment-6983 Chad P Fri, 03 Sep 2010 10:15:01 +0000 http://www.ridethings.com/blog/motorcycle-problems-2/#comment-6983 put your batt. on a tender or recharge it. For good measure, put some starter fluid in the carb (don't have to) and watch it fire up. be safe. don't jump it from a car!<a href="http://www.felinehealthguide.com/feline-cat-behavior.htm"> Chad P</a> put your batt. on a tender or recharge it. For good measure, put some starter fluid in the carb (don’t have to) and watch it fire up. be safe.

don’t jump it from a car! Chad P

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