Just thought this would be a cool new topic. If there is already one in existence please let me know so I can delete this one, or a mod can do it. As for me I finished my under tail project and rode the crap out of it.
What did you do to your SV today? (mods, farkles, maintenance, etc)
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Installed the F3 spacer kit from Zoran (fit perfectly, of course), put the F3 wheel on, 520 48t Renthal sprocket, and finally got to put a 170/60 Pirelli Angel ST on the rear. It's so nice having that tire again. I was losing my mind riding with the BT020 (which went flat on the way to the shop) after the old Angel had a blowout.
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Zuki you are the best son a father could have... Or maybe zuki's dad is the best dad you could have...
Either way, it is all good!
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Walked past it and sobbed a little after noticing the amount of dust on it.
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So I had time to install these StompGrip pads the other day.
When I first received it, I thought it was going to be a pretty straight forward install. Clean the tank, peel off the backing, and stick.
But it wasn't so simple. First we mocked up how the pad should be lined up. Next, I had a friend blow dry on the hottest setting to get the pad heated up. Then we started from the bottom slowly and worked our way up. I was peeling and sticking while he used the blow dryer. It took about 15-20 mins per side.
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When I first received it, I thought it was going to be a pretty straight forward install. Clean the tank, peel off the backing, and stick.
But it wasn't so simple. First we mocked up how the pad should be lined up. Next, I had a friend blow dry on the hottest setting to get the pad heated up. Then we started from the bottom slowly and worked our way up. I was peeling and sticking while he used the blow dryer. It took about 15-20 mins per side.
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^^^ Looks good brown eyes. I've been thinking about a set of those.
I installed a new Delkevic radiator, replaced all the coolant hoses with ZPC hoses, and replaced the fuel line with another stock line.
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I also changed the oil... and then realized I didn't have any fresh oil to put in. I use Rotella T6 for everything with a motor at my house, so I always have a few gallons on hand... Except today. I now remember that the last time that I went to get more oil they were out and I had meant to stop by later and get some... Guess I forgot to.
I'll run to the store tomorrow morning and buy some Rotella. I figured I should make myself a note just in case I'm absent-minded tomorrow.
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... And yes, I know, I have the pensmanship of a 3rd grader...
I installed a new Delkevic radiator, replaced all the coolant hoses with ZPC hoses, and replaced the fuel line with another stock line.
I also changed the oil... and then realized I didn't have any fresh oil to put in. I use Rotella T6 for everything with a motor at my house, so I always have a few gallons on hand... Except today. I now remember that the last time that I went to get more oil they were out and I had meant to stop by later and get some... Guess I forgot to.
I'll run to the store tomorrow morning and buy some Rotella. I figured I should make myself a note just in case I'm absent-minded tomorrow.
... And yes, I know, I have the pensmanship of a 3rd grader...
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Changed the oil and installed Painfully Slow's CNC levers and took the bike for a 60 mile ride.
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The way it should have been from the factory... Powdercoated swingarm.
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Was a pain in the ass....completely forgot I had to loosen the entire exhaust system to get the old swingarm out haha
Was a pain in the ass....completely forgot I had to loosen the entire exhaust system to get the old swingarm out haha
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Changed the oil and filter. Pulled the starter to see why it has been weak.
Found out 2 things:
-I should have pulled the starter before refilling with oil :BangHead:
-My starter brushes are shot.
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These are the times I really wish I still had a local dealer for parts, now I can't ride until replacements show up in the mail. Of course I always need parts right before the weekend
Also had to make a 10mm wrench out of some 18 gauge steel to hold the nut under the ring terminal, since a normal wrench was too thick.
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Found out 2 things:
-I should have pulled the starter before refilling with oil :BangHead:
-My starter brushes are shot.
These are the times I really wish I still had a local dealer for parts, now I can't ride until replacements show up in the mail. Of course I always need parts right before the weekend
Also had to make a 10mm wrench out of some 18 gauge steel to hold the nut under the ring terminal, since a normal wrench was too thick.
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went for a ~200 mile ride yesterday, got back and dismantled my forks last night to install new internals. Then woke up today really freaking sick but didn't wanna leave everything sitting out dismantled on a table in the garage so I went and installed the new emulators, springs, spacers and oil. Took waaay longer than it should have because I was feeling like crap, was moving very slowly, and because of a couple stupid little mistakes (everything is right now).
I took a couple pics but can't be bothered to upload them now I'm back in bed.
Really tempted to take it for a test ride but It'll have to wait.
I took a couple pics but can't be bothered to upload them now I'm back in bed.
Really tempted to take it for a test ride but It'll have to wait.
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2 minutes, an angle grinder and some steel scraps :rock:
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