The Workshop

December 28, 2014

Wanted: 1/4 flex socket 10mm

Wanted: 1/4 flex socket 10mm Anyone know where I could get one asap or has one lying around same as in the photo. Thanks Source: Wanted: 1/4 flex socket 10mm

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December 28, 2014

Where to get narrow metal tubing?

Where to get narrow metal tubing? What’s the smallest you can get? Looking for 6mm metal tubing, or even stiff plastic tube would do. Is it available that narrow? And if so, where? Source: Where to get narrow metal tubing?

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December 27, 2014

Brake caliper rebuild query 😀😀

Brake caliper rebuild query 😀😀 Hey guys just wondering if removing the brake caliper for a rebuild is it necessary to use a new washer when refitting the caliper to the brake hose?? I have a seals kit for rebuilding the caliper but no extra washers just wondering as some washers for example like oil […]

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December 27, 2014

High strength bolts – 10.9 ?

High strength bolts – 10.9 ? Changed the shocks on the bike there today. The old OEM bolts are bent. Common enough problem on that model – the mounting is a poor design and needs 60mm and 70mm long M12 bots to accommodate the spacers required. I need to get some higher grade steel bolts […]

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December 26, 2014

Rear tyre size difference?

Rear tyre size difference? Is there a big difference between the 190/50-17 to the 190/55-17 for your average rider (non hero!!), I know about the 55 has quicker turning properties because its higher but does it make that much difference? spec for the bike is 50 and not 55. there is a 55 on the […]

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December 26, 2014

Need a tyre changed – Kildare/Dublin area

Need a tyre changed – Kildare/Dublin area Does anyone know if any of the bike shops/ workshops in the Kildare/Dublin area are open before the New Year? I have a rear tyre that I need to change (Punctured and can’t be repaired). I already have the new tyre and the wheel is off and ready […]

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December 24, 2014

ignition box cdi / ecu. cbr400 nc23 jap spec / serial number.. where can i buy ??

ignition box cdi / ecu. cbr400 nc23 jap spec / serial number.. where can i buy ?? Any1 known any sites I can buy a four pin replacement ignition ecu box..?? I was onto Honda In Dublin they said they can’t read serial number on bike because its jap import. Seen a couple of spurious […]

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December 15, 2014

crash bungs,protectors

crash bungs,protectors ive got lower fairings for the 02 fazer and there is a hole lower down for a crash bung. the problem is when ive the fairings lined up with the front fairing and the mounting holes the hole for the crash bung isnt lining up with either bolt hole in the frame its […]

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