The Workshop

August 12, 2019

cnut of a bike to work on

cnut of a bike to work on First major job done on my k1200rs beemer. Clutch and rear main seal. What a cnut of a bike to work on. It fought me all the way. Solid four days grafting to change a fuppin clutch. No surprise the stealers charge so much to work on […]

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August 9, 2019

Kawasaki clutch basket holder – Load of please :-)

Kawasaki clutch basket holder – Load of please :-) Wondering if anyone has one I can borrow? I have the “vice grips” universal thing but the bolt is so tight, its starting to cause a little wear on the basket. Im fitting the slipper clutch off the newer model so dont care too much […]

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August 9, 2019

Anyone around with an 08 blade

Anyone around with an 08 blade Lads, Anyone with a 2008 blade around the Tallaght area able to call over at some stage over the weekend so I can compare foot rests. I have OEM ones and purchased an exhaust but its not lining up. Ive sent the exhaust back and the manufacturer […]

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August 7, 2019

Loaner: 4 way manometers

Loaner: 4 way manometers I’m trying to sort out some vibes with the VF and need to balance the carbs to eliminate that possibility. Anyone have a loan of a set of 4 x vacuum gauges? Don’t have the brass to spring for a set right now. Payment in beer, crisps, […]

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August 4, 2019

AC welder recommendations

AC welder recommendations Can anyone recommend a good AC/DC welder for some light aluminium welding? Ill be working with around 3mm plate. Source: AC welder recommendations

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July 6, 2019

Inaugural MotoE GP this weekend ( Electric MotoGP replacement )

MotoE bikes – the facts ; The MotoE motorcycles are fully electric and zero-emission. The top speed is 155mph compared to 220mph for a MotoGP machine. A MotoE bike can go 0-60mph in three seconds. There is no gearbox or clutch. MotoE motorcycles weigh nearly 60% more than MotoGP machines. They take no more than […]

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June 2, 2019

Bazzaz qs4 problem

Bazzaz qs4 problem Any go to bazzaz dealers on this isle. Have one that’s not working. Box is lighting up all wired correctly. Switch working. Must be the control unit. Probably just be told it’s as cheap to buy a new one anyway but no harm finding out Source: Bazzaz qs4 problem […]

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June 2, 2019

OIL SEALS -replacement parts

OIL SEALS -replacement parts Gents, Is there anywhere in Dublin /Leinster area where i can buy replacement oil seals over the counter. The Water pump oil/water seal on my bike is weeping slightly and i dont want to wait for for the delivery if i order on line. I presume there a standard/regular size […]

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