Obby
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I'm not sure what I think, but the kit will definately get you upright...
Thoughts?
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Thanks for the help guys. Yep, it was a seal I reglected to remove. All is well.
Joe
Another mystery solved. And thanks for screwing up first
. I mean posting the issue and resolution 
.I'm about to order the same filter for my '01. Kneedraggers has the best price on that filter, like $40 bones, right?
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It's cheaper than the rear (to the tune of ~1/2), plus it, theoretically anyway, lets the chain last longer because it's getting bent less each time around.... Add to that, that the rear sprocket lasts for 2 chains and the front only lasts for 1 chain, so you have to replace it anyway... those 3 are why I did it...
Mike
Front only lasts for ONE CHAIN ... Oooh geez :icon_shifty:. I never looked at my front sproket
Two chains now on the same front sproket. The rear is starting to show signs of wear, but within limits. -
Didn't we conclude that the VFR800 used a 18T dampened sprocket that was a direct replacement?
Or was that the 16T? :icon_think:
I think that was the 16....
Mike
Yep, 16T
And on this subject. Why isn't anyone changing the rear sproket? I had a 44T on my '97 (dropped a tooth from stock), lowered the rev's just a little. Is changing the front to a 18T a better way to go?
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On my '97. I would say that is just the petcock o-ring type gasket to seals the unit in place.
my 2 cents...
-Obby
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Update... down another 3lbs. Thanks for starting this thread Redd!
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Sounds like a loose nut behind the wheel to me (sorry, had to say that).
Bring it back for Gods sake. That rattle is a common sign of a faulty CCT. Hopefully that is all it is.
-Obby
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This last pic gave me a woody...
:icon_love:
Nice work!
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What a screwed up day. First, I had a hell of a day at work. Then, a member here get's pissed at me for trying to help him save some money on a sale item I sold him (we worked things out fine though). Then, I finally get the PCIIIUSB for my '01 XX (part # 113-411) that the Technical Sales Manager told me would work, and it didn't fit
.Somedays it doesn't pay to get out of bed!
-Obby
PS. I just wanted to post that the PCIIIUSB will NOT fit a US model '01 XX, period! This info is to protect other owner from believing a Sales Manager at PowerCommander.com
read the email for yourself...
We have recently looked into this bike and have found that our listing is
off. Part #113-411 will work on the 01-06 CBR1100XX. This unit is
currently available. Thanks.
(his asshole name has been left out intentionally... for now)
Powersports Technical Support Manager
Dynojet Research
800-992-4993
www.dynojet.com
www.powercommander.com
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You better think again......... If you get a PC3 to work on a 1999 or 2000 model, you should start your own company.....
A pc2 will only work on the first Fuel injected models, the 1999 and 2000.
A pc3 will only work on the later Fuel injected models, 2001 until 2006 (and maybe even later models, who knows....).
You can buy a PC3 with or without USB. Both models will work on the Blackbird. Without will be cheaper....
Helvet I have a PCII and a PCIII installed on my 2002 XX.
They just plugged in one in front of the other.
I use the PCII for adjustments to the ignition timing and the PCIII for adjustments to the injectors.
I'll know in a few days if a PCIII USB works or not. Just scored one off 'you know who' in the For Sale Section.
Thanks again DBLXXTC!
-Obby
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Mine is a California model '02. Evap canister, O2 sensor, etc. If you don't have that stuff, it probably wasn't a California bike.
Thanks for the info. Looks like i'm going to have to run the VIN # with Honda to find out for sure.
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If you have the ECU in the back of the bike, it looks to be simular to the 1999/2000 European models. These take the PC2. These come with 2 large flat multi-connectors (they look like SCART-cables).
The PC3 comes with 2 smaller round connectors, and its mounted near the gastank.
Maybe this can enlighten it for you?
I did not know the USA-models were different in 2001. It looks like you guys just got the leftovers from the European 2000 models. Does the USA 2001 model have the digital dashboard like the European models? Or does it still have the analogue dash like the 1996-2000 models?
I can only speak of my '01 (as california models, if i have one, may be different), but on the ECM, it's two large rectangular connections. The wiring harness, on the other side, under the left side of the tank, are round. From what I can tell from the Power Commander website http://www.powercommander.com/maps/install/I113-411.pdf (fig. A and fig.
, this is where the PC3 should plug in. And yep, 2001 is when the US models converted to a digi dash.
Thanks again,
-Obby
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LOL, raining here for like 40 days straight. I hear ya.
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You guys are not kidding about SWMototires having good prices. i feel foolish for every buying tires anywhere else! unfortuantly they do not carry the Bridgestone BT-056. after reading around here for a while I think I will go with the AVON's it seems like they last a long time. and as i stated before there are no canyons in kansas, so I need a tire that is good in a straight line for a long time!
KANSAS!!! ohhh damn...
Doesn't look like you have alot of tight twisties to worry about...
Cali rides...
http://www.pashnitstore.com/temp/pashnitREDUXmed.wmv
I had Bridgestone BT-56/57 combo ( i think
). They lasted, no sh't 10k+.easy... mostly hwy (think I got 15k out of them bald ). I would say, give them a try (IMO). I had them on my '97 when I bought it. They were fine for high speed sweepers, but not so great in 30mph turns (rear drifted a bit). -
I think it looks fine, how's it feel? I especially like the XX look on the top of the modded pegs in this pic... Nice looking bird too!
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On this subject, as most of the members know, I recently retired my carb'd '97 bird and replaced it with a '01 bird. I've noticed that fan comming on all the time, temp readings at well over 200 degree's when driving in traffic or city, about 180'ish on hwy. Why do these birds run so hot with FI??? Same engine..., strange :icon_duh:
PS. It has been well maintained and has 50/50 with water wetter in it.
Because FI is GAY and GAY is HOT
Ok, this thread is starting to go strange
Who's my bitch!
:icon_bondage:
Ok, now back to your normal programming...
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On this subject, as most of the members know, I recently retired my carb'd '97 bird and replaced it with a '01 bird. I've noticed that fan comming on all the time, temp readings at well over 200 degree's when driving in traffic or city, about 180'ish on hwy. Why do these birds run so hot with FI??? Same engine..., strange :icon_duh:
PS. It has been well maintained and has 50/50 with water wetter in it.
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According to there site for 99-01 XX they say PC2, and PC3 is in development.... What ever that means....
My guess is they are trying to setup the PC3 for the 99-01 never heard of it being done.
Does anyone know if you could plug the PC3 into a 99-01's harness?
A PC3 will not fit a 1999/2000 model. The plugs on the harness are all wrong.
Also, the one will be placed before the ECU, the other one after the ECU (I forget which one...).
In theory Powercommander could make a PC3 for a 1999/2000 model, but since they sell so little they won't bother....
Thanks for the response, maybe I didn't make myself clear though, I have a 2001 model. One way to tell for sure. The ECU is in the early FI models had a connectors and wiring harness. It's also mounted in a different place (according to the manual
). Mine is mounted far back in the tail section, with the harnesses plugging in points pointing towards the rear. It sure looks like the newer ECU to me???Redbird, you are right, no o2 sensor on the collector. I'm starting to think that this is not a California Model Redbird. I pulled the tank and can't find any emmission crap anywhere. I'm pretty sure what to look for as I removed all that stuff on other bikes. Go figure :icon_think: . The owner that Ray and I bought it off lived on the border between Cali and Nevada, so I guess he could have bought it from someone in Nevada. All the maintenance shop receipts were from there.
Mystery Redbird I guess.
-Obby
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This too funny... after reading schematics from both Honda and the Haynes service manual all day, and ripping it apart all night, I still can't tell if it's a Cali Model or not. This is crazy... the manual in Hayes has the engine #'s listed the exact same (WTF). So did they ever make a Cali model '01 XX? Must have, Cali are crazy for stupid sh't like that. The ECM's schematic for the pre '01's are definatley different. Mine looks like a '01 to me.
In any case, I looked where the o2 sensor should be installed, no sign of it anywhere close. No EVAP system signs anywhere (charcoal canister not there is a hint). Must be an out-of-state bird. This is actually good news if it is. Easier to get the HP out of her. She does need some serious tuning, but I'm hopefull that a FI bird can beat/match a carbed bird... Only time and a sh't load of cash will tell.
More to come... (don't keep reading if I'm boring you).
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After reading the Honda manual, I found something interesting out about the ECM's
. They change the ECM after '99 
. There are two completely different wiring diagrams for them (harness plugs are different too) 
. '99 then 'after 99' (pages 20-1 and 20-2). Eureka! 
I think that PC III USB will fit. I will just need to install a O2 eliminator and I should be good to go (Cali emmissions crap) :icon_pray: . If not, I'll be adding another part to my custom bird sale 
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One other thing I just thought of... there are safety switches on the clutch and sidestand. That could be the source of the problem too. Give it a try in neutral with the side stand up and clutch pulled in.
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When I (well, when Tim, Jerry and Dean)
Re-did my suspension in 2004 it made the front end sit higher. So I lowered the fork tubes like maybe 5mm or something like that. handling got WAY better and I noticed no ill effects.Now, I still think I might be able to go lower.
If I'm on the freeway behind a truck or something that creates some turbulence in the airstream the bike has a pretty good side to side sway. Once I pull out of the slipstream behind a truck it handles fine, and it handles fine up to whatever speed.
So anyway... If I lower the front and go "too far" what will happen to the bike? How do you know you lowered your front too far? Head Shake?
Yep, headshake. My '97 was lowered like 2" in the front. Personally, I loved it, you can toss that bird around like it was a 954 or something. Only under extreme accelleration or braking, a little headshake (not too bad though). I had most of the problems, just like you, behind large trucks... but that's easily fixed with a twist of the wrist
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$75 and a purple windscreen (inside joke).
Anyways, FI Light is going off, ok. I would pull the battery power for a few minutes (resetting the ECM), it's worth a shot. The plugs could just be fouled though, it's happened to another member or so here before.
Do you have any mod's done? Power Commander, ignition, ect.? When did it last fire up ok? :icon_think:
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I would agree about your PC III running the bike to lean. Give those buttons a push and see what happens.
BTW - I'm looking for one too. Where did you buy it and for how many $$$?
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Confirmed. If the switch is 'good' and in the 'On' position, the FI light should turn off. If not, check what I post the manual suggests.
Let us know...
-Obby
You guys here about these
in The Garage
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Yeah LSL. I just never saw anything like that before offered for the birds. I would think it would help you're back on a long ride though. As for the looks, dunno, maybe kinda lame.