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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On1wheel01
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Finally nice enough to take a ride!
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Stripped down the fuel pump again and got the seeming dead fuel pump working again with the help of carb cleaner, a small probe and a direct connection to the battery. Got it all back together and on the second push of the starter got the bike started again for the first time in 3 years. Was idling a little rough at first but she soon got over than and away we went for a short test ride. Amazingly everything is working, brakes are a bit slushy and in need of a fluid change but other than that, its seems all good.
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I might be bias, but I think my SFV shines up really good! The black on black makes all the difference with the crazy paint schemes they started out with. I saw one in person at Cycle Gear and it was kind of ugly with the silver headlight ears, white gas tank, etc. it's almost as if Suzuki didn't know which way to go with the color scheme!
Black on black looks good to me...
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Wish the rear stays were black but otherwise I like it!
Oh by the way it's never seen one drop of water from cleaning it. (I don't think thunderstorms count) All I've ever used is that pro Honda cleaner polish in the aerosol can. Then again it's all been road grime no mud to wash off!
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Black on black looks good to me...
Wish the rear stays were black but otherwise I like it!
Oh by the way it's never seen one drop of water from cleaning it. (I don't think thunderstorms count) All I've ever used is that pro Honda cleaner polish in the aerosol can. Then again it's all been road grime no mud to wash off!
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Rode it for the first time with the new Sonic Springs, Ohlins shock, Vesrah RJL pads, and Pilot Power RS. Made some basic adjustments last night and set the sag.
Feels much more planted than it ever did. The PP RS has a more pointed profile than the BT-016 Pro I had on it, and tips-in a bit quicker. The RJL pads have more initial bite and feel good.
I need to get more time with it, but so far I'm really happy with the changes.
Feels much more planted than it ever did. The PP RS has a more pointed profile than the BT-016 Pro I had on it, and tips-in a bit quicker. The RJL pads have more initial bite and feel good.
I need to get more time with it, but so far I'm really happy with the changes.
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Well, I did 1 of those 2 actions. Good news is I can still take the long way home from work.Rode it to work, and took the long way home
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Bought some spanner sockets from another member and got them in yesterday. Got all of them loose on the project bike and also removed the stator cover. Good news so far in that the stator and magnets look good. Better news that there was one small part with light surface rust, but the majority of the internals that could see were rust free. Unbolted the clutch side but couldn't get the cover off. Will re-try tomorrow and hopefully not see any rust on that side either.
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You guys should get some proper riding gear.Finally nice enough to take a ride!![Image]()
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Big to-do list day today on my new (to me) 2007 650S:
Re-upholstered the seats (they were absolutely ratty and brittle, covered in duct tape).
Installed a Batter Tender plug-in
Changed the spark plugs
Bled the brakes
Cleaned and re-oiled the K&N intake filter
Set tire pressures to 33/36
Lubricated locks, cables, pegs, etc.
All that's left is an oil+filter change and clean/lube the chain, and all the basic maintenance is done.ccasion14:
Re-upholstered the seats (they were absolutely ratty and brittle, covered in duct tape).
Installed a Batter Tender plug-in
Changed the spark plugs
Bled the brakes
Cleaned and re-oiled the K&N intake filter
Set tire pressures to 33/36
Lubricated locks, cables, pegs, etc.
All that's left is an oil+filter change and clean/lube the chain, and all the basic maintenance is done.
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Cleaned and lubed the chain (Chain Wax) and changed the oil and filter (Mobil 1 4T and K&N). All done!
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Um, try getting to the 2nd rear plug!! It makes the front ones easy!!
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Installed a "dashcam" with a front/rear camera view. Finally, a set-and-forget-it setup, as it automatically starts recording when the bike turns on, and automatically stops 10 seconds after the bike is turned off. And no worry about theft as the cameras are pretty inconspicuous and stealth.
Now hopefully I'll never have to resort to it for insurance purposes. =]
Now hopefully I'll never have to resort to it for insurance purposes. =]
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Replaced the handlebars and mirrors, trying to get her ready to sell :'(
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