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GreyDawggg · 02-17-2010, 06:08 AM

Hi all!! If anyone on here could give me any advice please check out my thread on my 640:
http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=551527

Cheers

marcin_gda2 · 02-17-2010, 07:10 AM

Here's my 04 640 E

skibum69 · 02-17-2010, 08:25 AM

Me on my buddy's 2000 640E with SM wheels on the track in Quebec last year, ghetto style

WIsixfitty · 02-17-2010, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dirty_sanchez

We need a closeup of those tires-por favor.

Dirty

I paid $150 for this set which are good enough to have some two wheeled fun in the winter. The front is not ideal for the heft of the 640A. The rear is pretty much what everyone still runs.

1.0 inch long screws with another tire inside the main tire to accept the long screws. The tires are heavy.

Dune Loop (dunlop) 752.

Kenda 4.0 x 18. Narrow and stiff.

GodSilla · 02-18-2010, 12:10 AM

Question for the collective.

Background : Rolled up at a mates place yesterday and noticed some brake fluid driping from the front caliper bleed valve. No worries, thought I, borrowed a 10mm spanner, it spun on the nut part, went for an 8mm never going to fit, found a 9mm, wouldn't fit either.

Turns out it is a 10mm thread with a 3/8 nut part. WTF? I thought these bikes were metric? Asked the mechanic at the local dealers, about as much help as a sparkplug in a christmas cake.

So, is this a normal fitting for these bikes? Mine's a 2003 model. And are these 10mm bleed valves commonly available from brake shops? Nervously awaiting replies, as I have a ride planned to the World Superbikes and 2 days to sort it.

1coolbanana · 02-18-2010, 12:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by GodSilla

Question for the collective.

Background : Rolled up at a mates place yesterday and noticed some brake fluid driping from the front caliper bleed valve. No worries, thought I, borrowed a 10mm spanner, it spun on the nut part, went for an 8mm never going to fit, found a 9mm, wouldn't fit either.

Turns out it is a 10mm thread with a 3/8 nut part. WTF? I thought these bikes were metric? Asked the mechanic at the local dealers, about as much help as a sparkplug in a christmas cake.

So, is this a normal fitting for these bikes? Mine's a 2003 model. And are these 10mm bleed valves commonly available from brake shops? Nervously awaiting replies, as I have a ride planned to the World Superbikes and 2 days to sort it.

Not so weird for brake fittings.
My hex size is 11mm spanner, a bit loose though. Front and rear are the same.
Hope that helps

GodSilla · 02-18-2010, 04:23 AM

Thanks mate. Got some other responses nearer home that the other guys seem to have brake bleed nipples that an an 11mm hex key, so I guess mine might be bastard children. I'll be on the phone in the morning to try and track a couple of new ones down. Might try the local Husky dealer too.

UPDATE: The 11mm spanner that seems to fit is for an updated bleeder that is in fact 7/16", which is why it takes an odd size 11mm. Mine seems to be an earlier 3/8" fitting. Why have a metric thread and an imperial nut? Go figure.....

BIG-E · 02-18-2010, 08:32 AM

Hello Everyone!

Here is my 2001 640e.

Not as clean as some I have seen here, but it sure gets the job done!

Take Care All. Be Blessed, Eric.

CodyY · 02-18-2010, 08:56 AM

http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=202049

I believe this is the thread you guys are looking for.

Tseta · 02-18-2010, 12:10 PM

Well well...

Look what I found:

What are they, you ask? Well maybe the next picture provides some clue:

No? Well, here's the answer:

The subframe attachment points/threads have sheared off.

Sonofa... I guess it's time to fire up the trusty MIG once again.

Watch those subframes, guys, especially if you have hard luggage on your LC4.

Cheers,

Tseta

Seikkailu_R · 02-18-2010, 12:51 PM

Mikä ei tärise rikki varisee irti...

Older frame/subframe models use simple bolt and nut system on these joints.

wrk2surf · 02-18-2010, 06:36 PM

I like my 01 adv frame its easier than the 03 sxc to get it back together... and you dont have to worry about cross threading a nut welded on...

Gerst · 02-18-2010, 08:23 PM

Hi all,
I know this info is out there somewhere but can't seam to locate it now that I need it. I'm looking to add some hard bags to the 640a and I remember a discussion on mounting brackets one to avoid one to look for. Can anyone point me in the right direction?
Thanks,
Gerst

Jiminy Cricket · 02-18-2010, 09:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Gerst

Hi all,
I know this info is out there somewhere but can't seam to locate it now that I need it. I'm looking to add some hard bags to the 640a and I remember a discussion on mounting brackets one to avoid one to look for. Can anyone point me in the right direction?
Thanks,
Gerst

Like this here?

http://touratech-usa.com/shop/show.l...4275YTg3FCDF1C

Gerst · 02-19-2010, 08:08 AM

Thanks Jiminy C,
But I was hoping to get a link to the the actual thread here that dicusses the pros and cons of different racks and paniers. I looked in the 640 index with no luck, I think I read about it in this thread.

The search function, your friend not mine

02-17-2010, 07:10 AM	#4742
marcin_gda2 Adventurer Joined: Aug 2006 Location: Milton Keynes, UK Oddometer: 88	Here's my 04 640 E __________________ BMW R1150 GS '01 - Sold KTM 640 LC4 E '04 - Sold Honda XRV 750 '02 - Sold Honda XRV 750 '95 - Sold

02-17-2010, 08:25 AM	#4743
skibum69 slave to gravity Joined: May 2006 Location: Newfoundland Oddometer: 4,456	Me on my buddy's 2000 640E with SM wheels on the track in Quebec last year, ghetto style __________________ Riff Raff 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009 Skibum Soiree 2012 Skibum Soiree 2011skibum soiree '10 RIP ITsteve, ride in peace my friend save $5 on a new smugmug account, use this coupon7frrnSRiTt9Fk

02-18-2010, 04:23 AM	#4747
GodSilla I did that. Joined: Sep 2006 Location: The Promised Land Oddometer: 6,436	Thanks mate. Got some other responses nearer home that the other guys seem to have brake bleed nipples that an an 11mm hex key, so I guess mine might be bastard children. I'll be on the phone in the morning to try and track a couple of new ones down. Might try the local Husky dealer too. UPDATE: The 11mm spanner that seems to fit is for an updated bleeder that is in fact 7/16", which is why it takes an odd size 11mm. Mine seems to be an earlier 3/8" fitting. Why have a metric thread and an imperial nut? Go figure..... GodSilla screwed with this post 02-20-2010 at 02:30 PM

02-18-2010, 08:56 AM	#4749
CodyY ADVenture Capitalist Joined: Jun 2006 Location: Fort Worth, TX Oddometer: 9,335	http://advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=202049 I believe this is the thread you guys are looking for. __________________ Not an ACTUAL motorcyclist

02-18-2010, 12:10 PM	#4750
Tseta Lost Joined: Nov 2008 Location: Finland Oddometer: 654	Well well... Look what I found: What are they, you ask? Well maybe the next picture provides some clue: No? Well, here's the answer: The subframe attachment points/threads have sheared off. Sonofa... I guess it's time to fire up the trusty MIG once again. Watch those subframes, guys, especially if you have hard luggage on your LC4. Cheers, Tseta __________________ LC4 rear shock (WP 4681BAVP) DIY-service HOWTO Lake Ladoga Hard Enduro Tour www.viasiberia.blogspot.com

02-17-2010, 06:08 AM	#4741
GreyDawggg Adventure seeker Joined: Aug 2009 Location: Perth, Western Australia Oddometer: 446	Hi all!! If anyone on here could give me any advice please check out my thread on my 640: http://www.advrider.com/forums/showthread.php?t=551527 Cheers

02-18-2010, 12:10 AM	#4745
GodSilla I did that. Joined: Sep 2006 Location: The Promised Land Oddometer: 6,436	Question for the collective. Background : Rolled up at a mates place yesterday and noticed some brake fluid driping from the front caliper bleed valve. No worries, thought I, borrowed a 10mm spanner, it spun on the nut part, went for an 8mm never going to fit, found a 9mm, wouldn't fit either. Turns out it is a 10mm thread with a 3/8 nut part. WTF? I thought these bikes were metric? Asked the mechanic at the local dealers, about as much help as a sparkplug in a christmas cake. So, is this a normal fitting for these bikes? Mine's a 2003 model. And are these 10mm bleed valves commonly available from brake shops? Nervously awaiting replies, as I have a ride planned to the World Superbikes and 2 days to sort it.

02-18-2010, 08:32 AM	#4748
BIG-E AKA; Mongo-E Joined: Jun 2007 Location: Phoenix, Arizona Oddometer: 1,750	Hello Everyone! Here is my 2001 640e. Not as clean as some I have seen here, but it sure gets the job done! Take Care All. Be Blessed, Eric.

02-18-2010, 12:51 PM	#4751
Seikkailu_R Studly Adventurer Joined: Jun 2007 Location: Piikkiö, Finland Oddometer: 814	Mikä ei tärise rikki varisee irti... Older frame/subframe models use simple bolt and nut system on these joints. __________________ -- "The concept of a versatile motorcycle equally at home on dirt and pavement is as old as motorcycling itself"

02-18-2010, 06:36 PM	#4752
wrk2surf BITD/Rallye Joined: Dec 2007 Location: THE exact center of California/Bass lake/Yosemite Oddometer: 5,311	I like my 01 adv frame its easier than the 03 sxc to get it back together... and you dont have to worry about cross threading a nut welded on... __________________ Thanks for the 2013 support: DUNLOP, BELL HELMETS, Kriega USA, Carbon-pro.com, Ride 100% Goggles, Renazco Racing, Sidi/Motonation, Acerbis USA,KLeN, FMF, Mx1west,,Masters paint and body, Magura , motolab ,and Freedom Cycle

02-18-2010, 08:23 PM	#4753
Gerst Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2008 Location: Durango, CO Oddometer: 207	Hi all, I know this info is out there somewhere but can't seam to locate it now that I need it. I'm looking to add some hard bags to the 640a and I remember a discussion on mounting brackets one to avoid one to look for. Can anyone point me in the right direction? Thanks, Gerst

02-19-2010, 08:08 AM	#4755
Gerst Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Jul 2008 Location: Durango, CO Oddometer: 207	Thanks Jiminy C, But I was hoping to get a link to the the actual thread here that dicusses the pros and cons of different racks and paniers. I looked in the 640 index with no luck, I think I read about it in this thread. The search function, your friend not mine

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