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General Discussion / Re: Bike Week
« on: June 19, 2023, 12:41:58 AM »
I was up from Tuesday to Thursday riding my Royal Enfield Interceptor with some other RE riders, good times.
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People s200 / Re: Signal lights won't blink
« on: June 11, 2023, 02:35:39 PM »
What's your location Jay?
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People 50 / Re: New Member - North of Boston - 2009 People 50 2-stroke
« on: June 05, 2023, 12:09:40 AM »
This afternoon I installed a new clock battery, finished crack repair, cleaned and added dielectric grease to every connector and reassembled everything.
And the clock stopped working again, screw it.
Time to make it legal and take it for a real test ride.
And the clock stopped working again, screw it.
Time to make it legal and take it for a real test ride.
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People 50 / Re: New Member - North of Boston - 2009 People 50 2-stroke
« on: June 04, 2023, 12:22:39 AM »
Today I used Krazy glue and baking soda to reattach the left rear turn signal to the bodywork, it was holding poorly by one screw but now fits just like it's counterpart. If only the PO hadn't used duct tape and what looks like 5-minute epoxy for the original repair. I was able to remove all of the duct tape adhesive but only some of the 5-minute epoxy. I think it looks presentable.
And again I disassembled the instrument cluster/headlight surrounding bodywork (there must be a name for it) I disconnected/cleaned/reconnected all of the electrical connections there.
I pronounced the dashboard back lights functional after removing the rubber bulb holders from the cluster and cranking the engine, all filaments glowed orange so good enough, they'll be brighter with the engine running.
And I removed the clock battery, I'll pick up another next shop day.
Also I repaired a few cracks here and there before running out of Krazy glue, I'll get more of that for my next shop day too.
That just leaves an inoperable horn to contend with.
And again I disassembled the instrument cluster/headlight surrounding bodywork (there must be a name for it) I disconnected/cleaned/reconnected all of the electrical connections there.
I pronounced the dashboard back lights functional after removing the rubber bulb holders from the cluster and cranking the engine, all filaments glowed orange so good enough, they'll be brighter with the engine running.
And I removed the clock battery, I'll pick up another next shop day.
Also I repaired a few cracks here and there before running out of Krazy glue, I'll get more of that for my next shop day too.
That just leaves an inoperable horn to contend with.
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Venox 250 / Re: Turn Signals Not Flashing, Stay Solid
« on: May 31, 2023, 09:52:28 PM »
Thanks Neil, think so? In general I try to give enough info without insulting anyone's intelligence and encourage experience by removing the mystery.
Maybe I should teach shop class? I've been watching Vise Grip Garage on YouTube, Derek reminds me of my Junior High shop teacher quite a bit.
https://youtube.com/@ViceGripGarage
Maybe I should teach shop class? I've been watching Vise Grip Garage on YouTube, Derek reminds me of my Junior High shop teacher quite a bit.
https://youtube.com/@ViceGripGarage
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Venox 250 / Re: Turn Signals Not Flashing, Stay Solid
« on: May 31, 2023, 12:46:55 PM »
It's actually a combination of push and twist.
Some visuals:
Some visuals:
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People 50 / Re: New Member - North of Boston - 2009 People 50 2-stroke
« on: May 29, 2023, 12:56:17 AM »
Had a few free hours today. I eventually figured out how to remove the rear bodywork without destroying anything, then started tracing wiring. Key on I found +12v at 2 pins of the fuel level sensor. Removed the sensor from the tank and plugged it back in, and now it works???
I reassembled the sensor to the tank then reached into the empty tank with an old motorcycle spoke and was able to move the fuel sensor float while watching the gas gauge move from empty to full, I win.
OK, just a dirty connection probably, there was a lot of road debris all over everything and it was pretty obvious the bodywork had never been off and these connections cleaned. I'll bring dielectric grease with me next time, I only sprayed contact cleaner today.
And it looks from the manual that this dashboard clock might be battery operated, I'll delve into that next time along with the inoperative speedometer back lights and horn.
Also with the rear bodywork off I'm in a very good position to address the left side rear turn signal. Two of its mounting bosses were broken off by the previous owner, it was held on poorly with clear tape and one of its original mounting points. Next time I'll bring Krazy Glue and baking soda and try to repair it from behind.
All in all another good day.
I reassembled the sensor to the tank then reached into the empty tank with an old motorcycle spoke and was able to move the fuel sensor float while watching the gas gauge move from empty to full, I win.
OK, just a dirty connection probably, there was a lot of road debris all over everything and it was pretty obvious the bodywork had never been off and these connections cleaned. I'll bring dielectric grease with me next time, I only sprayed contact cleaner today.
And it looks from the manual that this dashboard clock might be battery operated, I'll delve into that next time along with the inoperative speedometer back lights and horn.
Also with the rear bodywork off I'm in a very good position to address the left side rear turn signal. Two of its mounting bosses were broken off by the previous owner, it was held on poorly with clear tape and one of its original mounting points. Next time I'll bring Krazy Glue and baking soda and try to repair it from behind.
All in all another good day.
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General Discussion / Re: looking at motorcycle, fork oil leak
« on: May 28, 2023, 03:44:57 AM »
I understand good spares of the rubber bits from engine to carbs and carbs to airbox may be a rare and valueable find.
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People 50 / Re: New Member - North of Boston - 2009 People 50 2-stroke
« on: May 27, 2023, 10:13:26 PM »
Confirmed 40 on the speedometer was KPH, I passed 40 today buzzing around storage.
Today's progress was cleaning the kill switch, I'll bet the PO stored it with the switch in the off position and the run position contacts oxidized. Spraying contact cleaner in the gaps at the surface between switch and housing then moving the switch a dozen times before spraying again certainly did the trick, it starts 6 times in a row shutting off with the kill switch and back on, I was lucky to get 2 starts in a, row before cleaning. Kick starting is now much easier too.
I planned to readjust those mirrors but didn't. I rode it around storage until fuel ran out, of course at the bottom of a hill. So I pushed it back up the hill, let it cool, and put it away. Grabbed my manual and headed home to have a look at the wiring diagram before delving into the speedometer back light, clock and gas gauge lack of power. Oh and the horn is nonfunctional even with the engine running.
Today's progress was cleaning the kill switch, I'll bet the PO stored it with the switch in the off position and the run position contacts oxidized. Spraying contact cleaner in the gaps at the surface between switch and housing then moving the switch a dozen times before spraying again certainly did the trick, it starts 6 times in a row shutting off with the kill switch and back on, I was lucky to get 2 starts in a, row before cleaning. Kick starting is now much easier too.
I planned to readjust those mirrors but didn't. I rode it around storage until fuel ran out, of course at the bottom of a hill. So I pushed it back up the hill, let it cool, and put it away. Grabbed my manual and headed home to have a look at the wiring diagram before delving into the speedometer back light, clock and gas gauge lack of power. Oh and the horn is nonfunctional even with the engine running.
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General Discussion / Re: looking at motorcycle, fork oil leak
« on: May 27, 2023, 09:59:15 PM »
I agree, there may be a few NLA no longer available parts, so have a look on Partzilla.com or some other and make a list to see if he has any NLA parts in his stash, that'll add value.
I'd like one but I've got enough projects for now.
I'd like one but I've got enough projects for now.
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General Discussion / Re: looking at motorcycle, fork oil leak
« on: May 27, 2023, 03:30:32 PM »
You'll have no problem riding it with a leaky fork, it just won't be optimal. I've always said that in the 120ish years that motorcycles have been available, every corner has been cut, every repair has been half assed, every inadvisable part combination has been tried, and the bike's keep rolling on.
Don't worry about it too much, but you might want to wipe down that fork leg with a mild spray cleaner to keep it clean so new leakage will be visible.
There are also methods of cleaning a fork seal with a sheet of plastic cut from a milk jug. The plastic is cut into a particular shape and worked between seal and fork tube to clean out that one grain that's causing the leak.
I've never tried this type of thing but I'm tempted.
Don't worry about it too much, but you might want to wipe down that fork leg with a mild spray cleaner to keep it clean so new leakage will be visible.
There are also methods of cleaning a fork seal with a sheet of plastic cut from a milk jug. The plastic is cut into a particular shape and worked between seal and fork tube to clean out that one grain that's causing the leak.
I've never tried this type of thing but I'm tempted.
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People 50 / Re: New Member - North of Boston - 2009 People 50 2-stroke
« on: May 26, 2023, 01:26:36 AM »
Well these mirrors may or may not be useful, I mounted them with the stalks pointing left and right, they're just too close to the rider. I'll turn them 45° forward and see if that helps.
Other than that, and a soft front brake lever and a squeak at the caliper... I'd apparently let the pad spring slip and the inner pad was binding on the mounting frame instead of retracting, which was allowing extra piston movement and also binding the wheel. I fixed the caliper and bled out a few more tiny bubbles, then refilled the master cylinder reservoir.
OK time to roll it outside and go for a ride. Nope, not starting. Break out the meter, coil is good, plug cap is good, plug is good... OK it ran for my test ride in January it'll run now right? No spark. While fiddling with it I noticed intermittent spark when fiddling with the kill switch. So a few times off/run while cranking and it starts as if there are no other issues, OK I'll get a can of contact cleaner for next time.
Otherwise it starts and runs, turn signals and hi/lo headlight work, horn I I forgot to try with the engine running, battery was a little low for a beep but cranks the engine quite well....
Other than that I put 2-1/2 miles on it riding around the storage place, it accelerates well, stops well on front or rear brake alone, forks feel plush and rear shock is OK too. Handling is quick with the new tires, I will check pressure with a better quality gauge next time, tire pressure feels high to me.
Dashboard backlights, clock, and gas gauge don't work. I'll check the wiring diagram, maybe they're all on one ground or fuse or some other easy answer. Fingers crossed.
If anyone has that answer please share.
I thought I saw 40mph on the longest straightaway, do I have an unrestricted or modded scoot or is it the tire sizes I'm running? I've got Shinko SR714 80/80-16 front and 90/80-16 rear, I suppose that could be changing the gearing or throwing off the speedometer, or both. I'll have to bring a GPS to verify speedometer[size=78%] [/size]when I take it for a long shakedown ride once it's all legal. All in all another good day.
Other than that, and a soft front brake lever and a squeak at the caliper... I'd apparently let the pad spring slip and the inner pad was binding on the mounting frame instead of retracting, which was allowing extra piston movement and also binding the wheel. I fixed the caliper and bled out a few more tiny bubbles, then refilled the master cylinder reservoir.
OK time to roll it outside and go for a ride. Nope, not starting. Break out the meter, coil is good, plug cap is good, plug is good... OK it ran for my test ride in January it'll run now right? No spark. While fiddling with it I noticed intermittent spark when fiddling with the kill switch. So a few times off/run while cranking and it starts as if there are no other issues, OK I'll get a can of contact cleaner for next time.
Otherwise it starts and runs, turn signals and hi/lo headlight work, horn I I forgot to try with the engine running, battery was a little low for a beep but cranks the engine quite well....
Other than that I put 2-1/2 miles on it riding around the storage place, it accelerates well, stops well on front or rear brake alone, forks feel plush and rear shock is OK too. Handling is quick with the new tires, I will check pressure with a better quality gauge next time, tire pressure feels high to me.
Dashboard backlights, clock, and gas gauge don't work. I'll check the wiring diagram, maybe they're all on one ground or fuse or some other easy answer. Fingers crossed.
If anyone has that answer please share.
I thought I saw 40mph on the longest straightaway, do I have an unrestricted or modded scoot or is it the tire sizes I'm running? I've got Shinko SR714 80/80-16 front and 90/80-16 rear, I suppose that could be changing the gearing or throwing off the speedometer, or both. I'll have to bring a GPS to verify speedometer[size=78%] [/size]when I take it for a long shakedown ride once it's all legal. All in all another good day.
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People 50 / Re: New Member - North of Boston - 2009 People 50 2-stroke
« on: May 25, 2023, 06:56:02 PM »
Mirrors just arrived, I'll head over to storage to finish this project up, test ride report and photos to come.
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Technical | How To / Re: keyless fob questions
« on: May 25, 2023, 12:54:16 PM »
Yes it really does, thanks for adding that one to my vocabulary.
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People 50 / Re: New Member - North of Boston - 2009 People 50 2-stroke
« on: May 24, 2023, 08:42:45 PM »
Another good day's progress. Rear wheel on and brake adjusted. Exhaust back on. Front brake pads swapped for sintered metallic. And a good wash to get rid of all of the hand prints I'd left everywhere. I've got a few spots where I'm just planning to replace the PO's packing tape to hold stuff where he'd busted all the tabs, mainly the left rear directional and headlight bezel. Then it'll be ready for a test ride, and I need to order some mirrors that won't breath the bank, there are some OK chrome ones in 8mm that seem a bit like 70's stock Honda style. I've found a few references to these online and they seem like a good compromise.