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Forum: Thumpers 05-15-2013, 08:02 PM
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Posted By africa twin
There's a big rubber seal under that plastic...

There's a big rubber seal under that plastic screw on ring. If you check it you will almost certainly find it is split. I had the same problem with mine and put in a new seal and is been fine ever...
Forum: Thumpers 04-28-2013, 06:59 AM
Replies: 2,466
Views: 316,867
Posted By africa twin
As was pointed out usage can greatly affect wear...

As was pointed out usage can greatly affect wear and tear. I have done some sand and mud with mine as well as a fair bit of high speed highway so perhaps chain wear has been higher than usual. I have...
Forum: Thumpers 04-24-2013, 06:23 PM
Replies: 2,466
Views: 316,867
Posted By africa twin
You should know that the tools under the seat do...

You should know that the tools under the seat do not include the right tools to take the front wheel off. Well mine didn't anyway went to change a flat and had to buy one
Forum: Beasts 04-13-2013, 04:51 PM
Replies: 1,616
Views: 362,718
Posted By africa twin
Hey Two Plugs I know it looks sometimes like they...

Hey Two Plugs I know it looks sometimes like they are not listening but we have to keep trying to get the message thru. Sent you a PM.
Forum: Thumpers 04-08-2013, 05:28 PM
Replies: 2,466
Views: 316,867
Posted By africa twin
http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii631/africatw...

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii631/africatwin1/Aurora-20130408-00078_zpse147d791.jpg

i Have a Zumo 220 mounted on mine using the standard Garmin mount. I just wired it directly to the...
Forum: Canada 04-01-2013, 07:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,047
Posted By africa twin
I think Garmin is definitely the way to go. They...

I think Garmin is definitely the way to go. They offer the best support and the widest range of mapping options. I have the Zumo 550, Zumo 660 and Zumo 220 and offer the following comments.

If I...
Forum: Canada 03-31-2013, 12:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 576
Posted By africa twin
Postal code to Zip Code conversion

Can anyone direct me to the post about using Canadian credit cards in US gas stations that ask for a zip code. I've done various searches but have been unable to find it.

OK don't worry i did find...
Forum: Road warriors 03-30-2013, 03:16 PM
Replies: 3,271
Views: 287,144
Posted By africa twin
I don't have a CB1100 but I'm a big Honda fan and...

I don't have a CB1100 but I'm a big Honda fan and ADV rider fan. I think you guys should just turn this into the CB1100 forum there's lots of interest here it seems
Forum: Thumpers 03-28-2013, 08:22 PM
Replies: 2,466
Views: 316,867
Posted By africa twin
Maybe consider travelling a bit north, well north...

Maybe consider travelling a bit north, well north west really. Horizons Unlimited is having an adventure meeting in Parry Sound Ontario Canada in September and while not a Sertao specific event at...
Forum: Canada 03-27-2013, 07:27 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 850
Posted By africa twin
You could try International Travel Maps and Books...

You could try International Travel Maps and Books in Vancouver
12300 Bridgeport Road Richmond BC
604-273-1400
Forum: Canada 03-23-2013, 08:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,084
Posted By africa twin
No I rode down and rode back. It's actually a lot...

No I rode down and rode back. It's actually a lot easier than you'd think. I've developed a method over the years that minimizes the risk and the suffering. I'm actually thinking of writing a story...
Forum: Thumpers 03-23-2013, 06:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 257
Posted By africa twin
You didn't mention if it was happening with both...

You didn't mention if it was happening with both the rear and the front brake. If it is just the rear its possibly the rear brake light switch adjustment. On those old Hondas the rear brake light...
Forum: Canada 03-22-2013, 08:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,084
Posted By africa twin
I'll be going again next year although probably...

I'll be going again next year although probably on a smaller bike, if anyone is interested in joining. I'll post something next winter to see if there are any takers.
Forum: Thumpers 03-22-2013, 03:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 459
Posted By africa twin
The bigger the cases the more stuff you carry,...

The bigger the cases the more stuff you carry, the more stuff you carry the greater the weight, the greater the weight the worse the bike handles. This is especially true for the top box the further...
Forum: Thumpers 03-13-2013, 06:06 PM
Replies: 2,466
Views: 316,867
Posted By africa twin
Yes I took mine in for a emission control sticker...

Yes I took mine in for a emission control sticker recall of all things and asked them to do the hot start update while it was in there. They said if they could verify the problem they'd perform the...
Forum: Canada 03-12-2013, 03:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,084
Posted By africa twin
Something for frozen Canadians to consider

I ride to Daytona every February for bike week. This year I decided to see if I could find a dual-sport ride to participate in while in Florida. I found this event in ADV Rider in the Florida region...
Forum: The Sandbox - AKA Flatistan 03-12-2013, 03:01 PM
Replies: 265
Views: 11,539
Posted By africa twin
Tanks for a great event

Just want to add my thanks to the list. I know how much work goes into something like this and am truly appreciative of the opportunity it provides for out of staters like me to just show up and...
Forum: Canada 03-12-2013, 12:59 PM
Replies: 997
Views: 65,059
Posted By africa twin
Just as an FYI Horizons Unlimited are planning a...

Just as an FYI Horizons Unlimited are planning a big ADV meet/ride in Parry Sound Sept 12_15 looks like it should be a good time.
Forum: Thumpers 03-12-2013, 11:29 AM
Replies: 2,466
Views: 316,867
Posted By africa twin
I have 30,000 km on mine now and have checked the...

I have 30,000 km on mine now and have checked the valves three times and they have been good all three times although there seems to be some confusion as to what the correct spec is. It seems the...
Forum: The Sandbox - AKA Flatistan 03-03-2013, 01:07 PM
Replies: 265
Views: 11,539
Posted By africa twin
Fire news

Hoping to make it out to this event. I'm down from Canada staying in Ormond Beach. Just wondering if the big brush fire is going to impact this event
Forum: Road warriors 02-19-2013, 08:29 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 87,156
Posted By africa twin
[QUOTE=Anteraan;20754304]I was there too. I...

[QUOTE=Anteraan;20754304]I was there too. I liked the look of them in person, but can't for the life of me figure out why Honda has decided to go non-standard in their switchgear. Is this how...
Forum: Thumpers 02-17-2013, 08:37 PM
Replies: 10,708
Views: 1,199,279
Posted By africa twin
If it is running with no oil pressure the damage...

If it is running with no oil pressure the damage will be done long before it shows up on the temp light. If you really think its the sensor what I'd do is put in a known good sensor and fire it. If...
Forum: Thumpers 02-17-2013, 07:57 AM
Replies: 2,466
Views: 316,867
Posted By africa twin
Yes Trax is an aluminum pannier set similar to...

Yes Trax is an aluminum pannier set similar to any of the others. The tool tube mount kit from twisted throttle is a universal type fit and I'm pretty sure it will mount up easily to most rack...
Forum: Thumpers 02-17-2013, 07:10 AM
Replies: 10,708
Views: 1,199,279
Posted By africa twin
[QUOTE=Don Coyote;20743369]To run with this...

[QUOTE=Don Coyote;20743369]To run with this commiseration topic, my engine took a turn for the worse tonight. Every winter for the 5 years i've owned it, it has shown oil distribution problems,...
Forum: Thumpers 02-15-2013, 09:10 PM
Replies: 2,466
Views: 316,867
Posted By africa twin
Twisted throttle sells a very simple mount kit...

Twisted throttle sells a very simple mount kit for the tool tube that works well on my Trax brackets
Forum: Beasts 02-01-2013, 02:58 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,481
Posted By africa twin
1 more thing to add, I run K60s on my G650GS and...

1 more thing to add, I run K60s on my G650GS and have had similar experiences to those reported here. I have had the tires on and off the rims a few times and the only real difficulty I have had is...
Forum: Thumpers 01-30-2013, 08:40 PM
Replies: 2,466
Views: 316,867
Posted By africa twin
Thats why I made sure the picture showed that it...

Thats why I made sure the picture showed that it was an official puck lol
Forum: Thumpers 01-29-2013, 09:28 PM
Replies: 2,466
Views: 316,867
Posted By africa twin
Hockey puck works perfectly I recessed the bolt...

Hockey puck works perfectly I recessed the bolt on the bottom so as to not scratch sensitive floors (tile, wood etc)

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii631/africatwin1/puck_zps8a58e4f6.jpg...
Forum: Beasts 01-19-2013, 03:47 PM
Replies: 247
Views: 45,559
Posted By africa twin
Rare warm winter in Ontario Canada

http://i1263.photobucket.com/albums/ii631/africatwin1/Algon1_zpscd826907.jpg
Forum: Beasts 01-14-2013, 07:33 PM
Replies: 1,616
Views: 362,718
Posted By africa twin
Its normal for one side to have a spacer and the...

Its normal for one side to have a spacer and the other not to, the forks are different internally. If you want to stiffen the front end you can add additional spacers or better yet install stiffer...
Forum: Beasts 01-14-2013, 07:25 PM
Replies: 1,616
Views: 362,718
Posted By africa twin
Looking good

Looking good
Forum: Thumpers 01-14-2013, 03:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 536
Posted By africa twin
If it goes away when the clutch is in then it...

If it goes away when the clutch is in then it means its either engine or load related. The chain/sprocket/countershaft issues for example will show up under load but may disappear when the clutch is...
Forum: Canada 01-14-2013, 01:43 PM
Replies: 7,780
Views: 475,457
Posted By africa twin
Warm January Riding

I got out on the weekend too and made a run up to Algonquin. The roads were a little dirty up there but certainly passable. I even took the big bike.
...
Forum: Thumpers 01-14-2013, 12:58 PM
Replies: 10,708
Views: 1,199,279
Posted By africa twin
I have had good success with the hockey puck. I...

I have had good success with the hockey puck. I used a single bolt up from the bottom with a locking nut on it. Its been on for almost 30,000km with no issues. I recessed the bolt head in the bottom...
Forum: Thumpers 01-14-2013, 12:15 PM
Replies: 2,466
Views: 316,867
Posted By africa twin
I did the trip in just under four weeks. I rushed...

I did the trip in just under four weeks. I rushed a bit getting there and back (mostly Interstate) but took my time once in Mexico and did very little highway.
Forum: Thumpers 01-14-2013, 08:45 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 536
Posted By africa twin
I'd say its unlikely that the wheel suddenly went...

I'd say its unlikely that the wheel suddenly went that far out of balance unless you'd had a huge balance weight fall off or something. So here's what I'd check.
First check for a tire that's...
Forum: Thumpers 01-13-2013, 09:56 PM
Replies: 2,466
Views: 316,867
Posted By africa twin
I have over 30,000 km (approx 20,000 miles) on my...

I have over 30,000 km (approx 20,000 miles) on my Sertao now and it has been a fabulous long distance bike. I have had all the same issues everyone else seems to have had, but it seems to be finally...
Forum: Thumpers 01-13-2013, 09:35 PM
Replies: 2,466
Views: 316,867
Posted By africa twin
I had the same issue with mine (and so have a few...

I had the same issue with mine (and so have a few others). On mine it was the big gasket that seals the top of the tank where the fuel pump assembly is secured. The gasket was cheap so I just...
Forum: Thumpers 01-04-2013, 06:27 AM
Replies: 2,466
Views: 316,867
Posted By africa twin
What a perfect name for this bike. Sounds like...

What a perfect name for this bike. Sounds like you had a great trip.
Forum: Thumpers 01-03-2013, 07:26 AM
Replies: 1,028
Views: 117,129
Posted By africa twin
This one is exactly the same and a lot cheaper ...

This one is exactly the same and a lot cheaper

http://mower-blades.agrisupply.com/search#w=manual%20holder&asug=
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