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Hi, Michael here i am new to bikes and have got myself DT125R and was wondering what would be the right oils to use. I have got myself a Haynes manual which recommends a Yamaha air cooled 2T oil, however doesn't mention if it should be fully syntheic or not / premix so didn't know where to start. I would also like the know about the Motor oil tank at the front of the bike and if this should be the same oil as the engine oil which is recommended SAE 10w30 SE. Another note would be should i stick to the recommended oils or is there a better alternative?

Thought I would check the oil on the XL185 today and it was low. Tookthe dipstick out but then got involved with charging a battery on a scooter so forgot to tighten it. Then went for 10km ride to get something. Outside the shop noticed puddle of oil under the bike..looked closer..NO DIPSTICK..and back of bike full of oil. Oil was already low so thought now there is nothing in there. Rode it home very gently with a gaping hole where the dipstick was and made it back ok...no funny noises developed (says something about these old engines). Retraced my ride with the DT but no dipstick lying anywhere. So guess I`m in the market for a Honda XL185 dipstick.

Finally got the bike running, had no power around 3500 revs, changed the jets and air screws etc, now the damn thing ticks over and then revs to excess of 10000 revs, not good when still running in after rebore and several electrical bits changed. Only done 108 miles since rebuild so now worried. Not leaking around the carburettor/engine seals, considering the bike is 42 years old do not want to scrap it. Any suggestions and ideas would be appreciated. Many thanks, Colin.

It must be. Larger than normal first post wants with no into and a growing number of workshop questions in the bar again.

Good or bad bike ????

Hi. Today I was walking round a 'vintage' car & bike show. I was re-united with my old fizzy. It's been 34 years & brought back some great memories. This got me thinking if any of my other old rides are still out there. Does anyone have any ideas how to find out??? Thanx.................

Hi guys I've bought a tail tidy for my 06 fz6 and when trying to install it today there was 2 Allen head bolts and 2 bolt holding it to the rear, the 2 bolts there we no problem but the Allen heads wouldn't budge I have reed everything to get them out and have even cut the head off of one of them to slide it over and then I'd would have drilled the old bolt out if it's was threaded but it fender holder still won't budge any ideas?

Just heard Loomies was robbed earlier in the week. The thieving bastards took the safe with a weeks takings in it, computer gear and they tore up the place. They will be open this weekend and could really do with it being busy so if anyone's in the area try to find time to pop in for a coffee, every little helps. Find them here: Loomies Cafe A272 (West Meon Hut) Hampshire GU32 1JX http://www.bing.com/maps/?v=2&where1=GU32%201JX,%20Winchester,%20Hants&q=gu32%201jx&encType=1

Hello everyone. New guy Bruce here. I'm trying to get the wife's '73 CT3 175cc back on the road after years of garage storage. When I "prime the pump" (put fuel in the cylinder through the plug hole) it will start and run as long as the RPMs are kept above idle. Don't know the RPM needed, the tach doesn't work. It seems to run just fine all through the gears & at all speeds but she will not idle & will not re-start when shut off. I've cleaned the carb as best I could w/carb cleaner aerosol. Am having great difficulty finding a rebuild kit or new carb on the net. Any idea? Part sources? Any help greatly appreciated.

I have a 2014 , yamaha xj6f. It's done 1500 miles. I've had it from new and haven't dropped it. I've noticed that sometimes it seems to have a slight oil leak. It's not all the time. I can't see any residue any where. The position of the oil on the floor would suggest that it is coming from the fuel overflow pipes. I can never see it leaking and it's there when I return to the bike. Any ideas of why oil would be leaking from there? Has anyone else had similar problems?

Hello all- I recently replaced the original reeds on my dt175 with boyesen power reeds and the bike is now running very hot. It was in storage for a while and ran fine before the upgrade. Has anyone else used these reeds on this machine and had trouble?

How do i connected ignition wire to new main fuse holder

Been a little while since I posted, I've been out enjoying the summer here since it's only a few months long in Canada.... but have some good and bad news! 12k kms after the rebuild on the old 86 FZ600 it decided to blow up. Connecting rod end cap let loose and boom...hole in the case. I have enough parts to rebuild but in the meantime, it was an incredible excuse for an upgrade. I searched far and wide, and found a killer deal on a 1999 Yamaha R6... and HOLEEEEEY shit, WHAT an upgrade it is. Such a smooth bike compared to the old girl, everything feels more stable, however you require a lot of self restraint to not twist the throttle open on a curve and kill yourse…

Long shot but worth a try. Does anyone on here own a bright yellow Ace reg number P93 RMW? Or know of it? Its still insured according to the database. would love to see or maybe even own it again. Thanks

New to this forum not the best layout so don't know if I'm posting in the Wright place but I have a yz 125 1987 and the swing arm is hitting shock any I deas

Hi I am a new member and hope one of you bright boys out there can help me, I own an XJ900s Diversion and love the bike the only problem I am having with her is vibration that sends me hands to sleep, I had her servised about 1500miles ago and when I asked the chaps at the garage about the numb and tingly fingers the answer I recived was " Oh yes they all do that ". Has anybody else had this problem and if so is ther a FIX. I awaite with eger anticipation any replies. Bob

Hi, New member so go easy on me. Does experts know if I can safely run my XT660X on high Octane fuel please ( Shell). Thanks Andy

Hi, i recently replaced part of the exhaust on the rear cylinder and i was wondering if this would have affected how my bike ran. so i cant read spark plugs but im sure one of the boffins out ther can any help would be appreciated. Also as a side not there was a small oil pool around the hole when i removed the plug see pic 1. Pic 1 http://imgur.com/kwsab3l Pic 2 http://imgur.com/GzHNF07 Pic 3 http://imgur.com/Kx8unkI Sorry for linking out but couldnt find a photo sharer that worked on here.

HI there all, i have a H reg DT 50 MX The bike starts and i can ride for a few miles then dies and wont start again. ive stripped carb and cleaned and cleaned valve float needle and cleaned spark plug and there is a a spark. can anyone help

Hey All, After riding my brilliant wee 125 Dragstar for almost 2 years my CBT is up soon I'm considering moving on and finally getting my licence. Can anyone recommend a good and inexpensive place to do my Direct Access with? Need to get an idea of cost. If it's too expensive I'll just re-sit the CBT and save a bit longer. Cheers.