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  1. Started by petercnm,

    Hello all, i just disconnected the clutch cable on my drag star, and put it back (working on the handlebar). I measured the exact position of the 2 nuts at the lower end of the cable. Put everything back the way it was, but now i notice that when the bike is in gear, and i pull the clutch lever, it doesnt seem to be completely free rolling, as if it was in free. I tried adjusting the nuts so the clutch gets pulled more, but it doesnt seem to help. Is that normal? Should the bike feel completely free when i pull the clutch lever? thanks Peter

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  2. Started by My1stBike,

    Hello to everyone. Im a proud new owner of a 86 Fzx700 Fazer. Bought it spring 2009, wrecked, was able to get ROAD wothy now trying to fix what i put off, for WINTER. Now I am losing my mind trying to find Aftermarket parts for the carbs, and am in need of some mesuarements of some other items if anyone can help i will be forever in your dept. I absolutely love this Bike and yes it is my First Bike.

  3. Started by drewpy,

    http://www.collegehumor.com/article:1794889

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  4. Started by choppernorgate,

    looking for a good bike to use in this weather any ideas trials ect maybe 400cc no to big not to small whats your say

  5. Started by Wazza13,

    I have a an old 82 RS125 that is kicking about the garage, got 2 of these to restore 1 to its former glory but I was wondering what to do with the old girl? My mate has an old DT175MX kicking about, bike is rotten but engine seems to be in better nick, so was thinking if it possible to fit the 175 motor in the RS frame? Then somehow trying to route the 175 pipe through the frame... Or is there a straight through pipe for the 175? Obviously the downside of this is that the DT motor is not designed for long haul road use but surely with a change in sprocket settings and tweaking of the motor we should be able to squeeze more out the top end rev range. Let me know what …

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  6. Started by bateyef,

    hi every1 i have a dt 50 0n a 1992 plate looking for a carb does any1 know where i can get 1. if i cant get a carb all i need is the slide with the neddle on (basicly the bits that are attached to the end of the throttle cable. thanks dan

  7. Started by mervin,

    Johnstown, PA (GlossyNews) – Local and state police scoured the hills outside rural Johnstown, Pennsylvania, after reports of three animal rights activists going missing after attempting to protest the wearing of leather at a large motorcycle gang rally this weekend. Two others, previously reported missing, were discovered by fast food workers “duct taped inside several fast food restaurant dumpsters,” according to police officials. “Something just went wrong,” said a still visibly shaken organizer of the protest. “Something just went horribly, horribly, wrong.” The organizer said a group of concerned animal rights activist groups, “growing tired of throwing fak…

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  8. Started by mervin,

    Tiger hunt game

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  9. Started by mervin,

    1. Jim Baker and Jimmy Swaggert have written An impressive new book. It's called ... 'Ministers Do More Than Lay People' 2. Transvestite: A guy who likes to eat, drink And be Mary.. 3. The difference between the Pope and Your boss, the Pope only expects you To kiss his ring. 4. My mind works like lightning, One brilliant Flash and it is gone. 5.. The only time the world beats a path to Your door is if you're in the bathroom. 6. I hate sex in the movies. Tried it once.The seat folded up, the drink spilled and That ice, well, it really chilled the mood. 7. It used to be only death and taxes Now, of course, there's shipping and handling, too. 8…

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  10. Started by bunzi999,

    hello everyone , well after 12 yrs of dreamin i took the plunge and done my test in 2008 passed with flyin colours, a good friend of mine was sellin his 2003 Yam R6 for £2000 with 12000 miles on bargin ??? thing is i bought it in nov 2009 went out on it 3 times and now im gagging to get on it... im off to assen in april cant wait well enough of my blabbering on glad i purchased ,my dream bike any tips on riding would be much appreciated or videos good too regards Steve

  11. Started by shed hermit,

    found this on another site. This is a story about the bond formed between a little girl and a group of building workers. It's allegedly true and might help to confirm your belief in the goodness of people and that there is hope for the human race. A young family moved into a house next door to an empty plot. One day, a gang of building workers turned up to start building on the plot. The young family's 5-year-old daughter naturally took an interest in all the activity going on next door and started talking with the workers. She hung around and eventually the builders, all with hearts of gold, more or less adopted the little girl as a sort of project mascot…

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  12. Started by kru,

    Dear All I have noticed some rust on the inside edges of the brake discs on m bike Can anyone recommed good products to deal with this and prevent it in future... Thanks

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  13. Started by mervin,

    Before you click the link imagine what you think the sad git looks like, You will not be dissapointed Ex-mayor admits stealing women's underwear

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  14. Started by tinovibo,

    In Ireland, during this Weather, its safer not to go riding. The weather is one thing, but the tiny roads are another. I have fallen off so many times during the winter, it was nearly becoming part of my Christmas Cheer. Broke my Collar Bone 2 years ago and I was only going about 20KM. Spent Christmas in a bad way.....

  15. Started by langers_2004,

    I have this little yamaha bike Very low mielage for the age of the bike 11,000 Previous owner had it dry stored for 3 years Since owning the bike i have carried out the following work New plug New lead Forks rebuilt with seals New air filter fitted Light bulbs all round Carb removed and cleaned New battery Oil change The tyres and brakes are good all round I have also put a full 12months of tax on the bike and had an mot carried out at the same time The bike runs sweet and hasn't let me down at all whilst i have used it Looking to sell it and was wondering where is best to advertise a little bike like this? Any help would be appreciated.

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  16. Started by nets,

    Just been out and started me bikes and given me leg a bit of a warm up for the spring, hope it comes soon well fed up with this rubbish my trx keeps growing little fury salt critters!must get rid!(salt not the bike)

  17. Started by 2 Wheels,

    Now that Ive finaly shruged off all my hangovers and turned on my pc for the first time in a few days You lot have been busy over the holidays --- Ive got 4 pages of new content to catch up on, this will take me quite some time. Anyway happy new year to all, ps, Drop a few pounds off air outa back and front tyers to get better grip on these slippy conditions if you all back to work 2moro on the bikes, be safe !

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  18. Started by choppernorgate,

    I took this from our fellow bird site http://www.gamaniak.com/embed.swf?file=http://media.gamaniak.com/vid/descente-cote-buggy-rollin.mp4&image=http://www.gamaniak.com/pics/3625.jpg&showdigits=true&controlbar=over&link=http://www.gamaniak.com/video-3625-descente-cote-buggyrollin.html&displayclick=link

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  19. Started by JRC,

    Has anyone had the need or experience of fitting a steering damper to a fazer? Advice on manufactures and types would be useful? Thanks JRC

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  20. Started by pepperami,

    it`s a funny old thing to look back at the bikes you once owned.. when i was a spotty youth, i owned bikes such as suzuki A100`s, FS1E`s, Honda CB125 twin, LC250 ,Suzuki GT250`s = many, suzuki DR, plus a bucketful of off road stuff, ect ect and i remember them all with a big smile and thought they were the mutts nuts???? oh except for the CZ!! just recently i had the chance to ride both a CB125 twin and a A100 and it`s surprising how small they are. how i ever managed to go fast on any of those is beyond me thier handling and brakes scared the life out of me i think being 6 stone heavier and 4" taller might have some effect on the aero-dynamics me-t…

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