Everything posted by jimmyl
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limp :(
I seem to recall in a previous fault finding post that the temp sensor is just that and not a thermo switch . Ecu maybe looking for a resistance and not an on/ off signal. if going into limp would when no obvious fault would imagine its a bad input going into ecu rather than an ecu fault as such . dodgy sensors / corroded joint / broken wire etc hope Santa brings you a simple fix
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Rake and trail
It’s an easy measurement so don’t think that’s the reason - think more the marketing is now done by “branding experts “ as they say on the apprentice rather than engineers so graphics are more important than mm ( inches for the pre 65 brigade) and degrees ??
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Hi from Bristol
Now the bridge is free lots of good events down South Wales ??????? ??
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limp :(
I don’t know for certain but would think the limp mode is in the ecu software which I don’t think you can readily get into to change . Ive had a fuel pump play up and a ptb fault in the past and not had the limp mode kick in so maybe a temp issue . I wonder if you linked the sensor out and put fan in manual you could maybe fault find further or kid the ecu that all was ok and hence come out of limp mode.
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Montesa v Beta
I could do that on a 2t ??? Think that's just called trials riding. I think the variation can be greater on 4rt though especially if the condition are 4rt un friendly - slippery - hop and stop type going that the 2 t riders can hop - balance then burn at
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hybrid trials bike???
I know all the above but just wondered as an engineering project if would be interesting. Honda developed the EFI battery less system on the 4rt as a first and now on many other machines so maybe not a financial decision for a main stream builder . What cost to build an electric bike but they are about - suppose it's a bit more bolt together a few standard items for electric
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hybrid trials bike???
In various chats about bike development etc its 2t, 4t, electric etc and always rumours about Honda releasing a new bike in 2020- 2021 etc and guessing what they may do next - it wont be a 2t as currently their policy is against that technology but it got me to thinking about a hybrid bike. Trials is probably 70% low power with 30% max power. Lots of descents as well for regenerative braking. Just wondered if a small capacity engine with back up electric would work. Weight would always be a drawback but maybe combined generator/motor, minimal fuel, single speed may off set it. Just a random thought but would be an interesting project - might be interesting in the wet if the battery shorted out???
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Montesa v Beta
They are a bit of a marmite bike. Either way if you do switch then give the 4rt 6 months - initially you may get better but then may go backwards -especially in slimy conditions but once/if you master the technique they can be very rewarding and good fun. Maybe coming of a twin shock maybe an advantage as they benefit from an old school style of riding -weight back and good throttle control - not the 2T zip and clutch burn technique. Once you believe they will grip and hang on a second longer then the grip is there -if you bail out and foot then they can spin and the grip is gone. Clutch out and feel for the grip using the bottom end torque gives dividends but you have to believe in the bike. First gear is amazing and will grip but you have to be a bit brutal once you have the grip in a lower gear -I have had some mega cleans in 1st gear where 2t riders are pulling 3rd. Depends on your riding style I guess.
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Montesa 315r rear wheel alinement!
I’m sure there is a diagram in the 4rt manuL that shows wheel off set - 315 is the same - maybe worth a check The chain guard bolts I think have a little collar to stop the bolt digging into the plastic - make sure all is flush. agsin check 4rt manual and parts list to see if the bolt you have looks correct The normally issue is the wheel rubbing the stand spring so strange to be touching the other side
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Weight of fly wheel different manufactures.
There is a whole lot more than just flywheel weight that effect engine response - porting/valve size (2t/4t), ignition map, carb size etc etc. To compare flywheel weighs from one bike to another is like asking how much ingredients to put in a curry cos I put 3 tomatoes in my spag bolls. Asking Altering flywheel weight on the same make and model will assist if you want to tweak things but I thing that is about as useful as you can go
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Trial GP GB 2019 - returns to Wales
love to have seen the risk assessment on this one?
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Metris or Express cargo?
A bit of oil on the wet and dry keeps the muck attached i never go past just removing the old carbon and just polishing the seat . seems to have worked to date and yes very gentle and patient when freeing the injector
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2017 4RT Footpegs
and make sure they don't slope down when looking at the font /or rear of the bike. Spot of weld keeps them sloping slightly so your feet don't slide off when you lean the bike over when riding. It amazing how many people have droopy pegs
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Metris or Express cargo?
the Mercedes injector issue is a simple cheap fix if you catch it quick enough. Lots of penetrating oil (various brands available) will see injector come out with a bit of wiggling. Unless badly burnt I use a piece of 15mm copper pipe with a stop end on one end an a 90 elbow on the other. Wrap some insulation tape around about an inch up to make a snug fit in the bore then some fine wet and dry double sided to the end , Use a bit like seating a valve, once happy with a good witness mark on the wet and dry give a really clean out then make sure the retaining bolt holes are immaculate and free running - cut a slot in the old bolt to clean out the thread then some 4mm air pipe on a blow gun to get right to the bottom of the hole, Genuine Mercedes sealing washers and bolts and torque exactly as specified -be very careful - easier to do the job twice than snap the bolt in the head Done a few on the van and also on the better halves c class - about 1/2 hour per injector now I got my set up
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2017 4RT Footpegs
the 300rr ones give a nicer feel but not sure if they stick out any further but being rounder will maybe give more support when standing on the outside edge.
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Front wheel spindle
Just checked - different part numbers
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Front wheel spindle
You can check parts lists on line to see if different.. i recall the showa set up had a spacer on the disc side which is not needed on the tech forks as the bottom boss is wider . Would maybe suggest thread is a different length??
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300Rr Road Insurance
The 4 ride is on the insurance list fortunately for you ??
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300Rr Road Insurance
It that time of year again Anybody found a standard road policy for the Honda 300RR Still wasn't on the insurance companies list when I checked recently Cheers
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Youth Championship 2019
Who's Job is it? This is a little story about four people named Everybody, Somebody, Anybody, and Nobody. There was an important job to be done and Everybody was sure that Somebody would do it. Anybody could have done it, but Nobody did it. Somebody got angry about that because it was Everybody's job. Everybody thought that Anybody could do it, but Nobody realized that Everybody wouldn't do it. It ended up that Everybody blamed Somebody when Nobody did what Anybody could have done. Who wants Change? Once there were four people named Everybody, Somebody, Anybody, Nobody who wanted change. So, Everybody said "I want change". Somebody said "If only Anybody, would start to change, I will join." But Nobody said "I will change." Finally Everybody stayed same, blaming Somebody for waiting for Anybody to start changing. So, Nobody changed. At least the likes of Mick/ Hillary and the ACU are trying/have tried to do something -even if Everybody thinks they can do a better job
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TLR200 running right?
check chain tensions and also the rear cush drive pins in the rear hub -they can become worn and and give play - also swing arm bearings if worn can give play .
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Montesa 300RR - "new" models for sale
2018 have an ally side stand
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How good to do ssdt?
As it’s getting to that time of year then be able to do 2/3rds the Scott
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How to transport on Range Rover Sport
Can fit 2 bikes in this Maclaren