Airhead

Most are 5k in fact, it's unusual to find a 10k specified. While youre ordering stuff check the correct plug is fitted too, I assume a non resistor type plug should be fitted...check the manual, FYI resistor type plugs have an 'R' in the code here's a 10k cap http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/NGK-Spark-Plug-Caps-LB10EHF-Red-5mm-HT-Cable-/220810886862?pt=UK_CarsParts_Vehicles_CarParts_SM&hash=item33695abece so do i assume the coil secondary measures what you said minus this 4900 ohms? or did you measure it correct with the cap off? Now you have found a difference between your bike and the manual can you be sure the manual is the correct one for your year/model bike?

test the cap with it disconnected from the HT lead, just shove a probe into each end, doesnt matter which way..meter to x1000 some caps have no resistance at all and from your readings yours may well be one of them so if so get a new cap with your coil. Looks like you do need a coil then...is it listed on wemoto site? whats this diode?

When it comes to tests I should learn to keep schtumm, I thought direct access under a certain age left you restricted...maybe i'm wrong. It never affected me,

ok we'll try again tomorrow, my time hasnt been wasted...after all you condemned your coil and as far as we know to date...it might not be faulty. Test the plug cap disconnected 10k ohms and the two tests of the coil windings with the cap not insitu...just follow the manual and report back...to be continued

It will show 0.0 if youre still on the x1000 setting it needs to be on x1 like the book said, theres no way it will show 0.00, even your meter will have a small resistance in it's own leads

If you have issues and are lucky enough to have a manual, at least take care with how you do the checks or youre wasting your time and mine...yes i'm tired it's late

so the manual doesn not state the way you say you tested it...it stated the way I said it should be tested

so depending on your age? diect access will leave you restricted or not?

I only see 57 pages

That barrel has been slightly ported...ie the top of the exhaust port has been moderately raised...I cannot comment further as I have never used it. It is really a job for someone with experience and the right tools, not for a novice. however rubbing the rough surface down to smooth with fine grades or wet'dry abrasive paper can be done by anyone.

measurements of the ignition coil are taken between the primary coil connection and the metal body of the coil. And the secondary...between the end of the HT lead with cap removed and the metal body of the coil. What page of the manual are they mentioned?

XVS's maybe slow or 'unhurried' but a moment ago you were contemplating a 250...jeez They would be suitable for a novice though...if you want to go haring off to 80 all the time well get a sportsbike...it all depends which is most suitable for you in your current stage of motorcycle competance

How many TW's do you have?...you said this one is your second...I dont suppose

Whats in here? I havent looked but heres a manual http://www.scribd.com/doc/43652033/Yamha-Tw-125-Manuel Maybe it gives restistance values to check the various coils...either way it must be useful to you ?

Its difficult to hear through the exhaust note Josh but if you cover the silencer with your hand you will be able to hear the knocking more clearly...If it is you should replace the small end bearing because they dont last forever.

wow I cant explain it £77 for that manky looking thing sometimes things just fetch silly money and this seller is very lucky indeed to have got this amount I think.

no mate not at all, especially with autolube pump bikes but it's a cheap and easy way to start with your spluttering 'problem', with 2 strokes it's always wise to carry a spare. Another easy thing to do is...providing there is enough length in your HT cable, unscrew the HT cap...chop off around 12mm from the end of the HT lead and re-fit the HT cap.

Guess who...Happy Birthday WP

Today is your day mate, dont be nervous you'll pass it easily.

I will if i can but something tell me 'swmbo' has something else planned (cant remember tho...)we'll see

yeah...'a fucking good weekend' WP

It's just not necessary, just put the bike on it's stand and clean the chain insitu...no need to soak it in anything...matter of fact I dont think 'soaking' it in a cleaning solution/solvent will be anything but bad pactice as it will dispell the lube from between the rollers and plates.

Yeah have a play with it...make it your own mate and have fun doing it..., sticker removal...use a hairdrier

Bin the spark plug josh and get two more, one for the bike and one for your jacket pocket

I know...so was today! but sod it I'm going.