blackhawkxx
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He would know.
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This is obviously slightly different for bikes with the clutch and trans using engine oil
Right, anyone that runs the bike at the strip, slipping the clutch at 4-5,000 rpm's, just think of the clutch material that must be in the oil. One thing for sure, you can't hurt your motor by changing the oil too much.
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Am I missing something
When you turn the key on, the headlight comes on. When you hit the starter button, the headlight goes out and then back on therefor cycling the light twice.
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lubricity
For some reason, I like that word.
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Asking others, I've been told o-ring and x-ring chains don't need "lube" because the individual links are sealed roller bearings which negates most all of the friction that "lube" protects against.
I always read this in the magazines but it doesn't seem to be the opinion here. They said that the lube one puts on is just so the chain don't rust. I don't think that the magazine guys ride their own bikes so they don't worry about it.
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A lot of people us Shinko tires for drag racing.
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When it turned green he left me like I was sucking on Nyquil.
There are v-rods that run at my track. They do leave hard because (1- they do have good torque (2- they are so long and heavy that the front end just don't come up plus they are just easier to launch. After 100 feet or so, you should be able to go right by.
When I put my 16 on, it felt like I was riding around in 5th gear while in 6th.
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Thanks for the laugh. :icon_clap:
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SEriosly though, could it be I need to adjust the screws out further?
Could the carbs be out of sync? Would that cause it?
I don't think that adjusting the screws out would help with the sputtering. Do the carbs run great after 3,500? Are you at a high elevation? A carb sync might be a good place to start. Something must be off because (no kidding) mine is a smooth as silk.
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Does it track straighter?
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I installed the dynojet kit in my 97XX a few years ago. Followed their recommendations.
Pilot screws out 2 1/2 turns. The engine runs a bit rough to about 3500 rpm and then smooths out. I have tried adjusting a few times since then, but never could remove that sputter.
Any suggestions?
You must have messed up and got the "liberal, left wing kit" because my Dynojet set-up runs smooth as silk.
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I like little to no play.
No play makes Tom a dull boy.
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Has anyone taken them apart to see just what is inside?
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What is the recommended tire pressure for drag racing
I would start out at about 25 lbs rear and if you are spinning, work down from there.
Is there a prefered brand or certain type of strap for the front? NoWould it be worth the money to get a dog bone lowering link. Slam it at the track but be able to return it to its stock ( +6mm shimm) height when ready to actually ride the street again?
There are problems with doing that but it can be done. You would have to change the kickstand every time. It's hard to load and unload the bike, it is alittle work going up and down every week and it cost some money.
Finally should I order a new set of clutch plates? NO, they are tough. how tough are the XX stock clutchs? i know for every day use many riders say their clutches last 50,000 miles but at the strip and practicing for the strip is not normal conditions. Approx. how many passes on a clutch before its smoked?
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It was the Dale Walker Holeshot 3 that I was talking about.
http://www.holeshot.com/shifters/ps3.html
It looks like a good idea but I would like to know how well it works.
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Dale Walker`s Holeshot
As I recall, it uses a motor with a cable to pull up the shifter, right? Does it work well?
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Are you saying the BB has a sensor that stops the engine if it falls over?
:icon_think: F.I. XX do but does the 97-98 also have the sensor? I would think so.
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What kind of "cluchless shifter" do you have?
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You are not the first one on this board to do this...
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I try not to test mine.
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Is the noise after you release the brakes or while you are applying the brakes?
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I used the Dynojet and it worked great. It sounds like you have everything worked out already. There is no better way than dyno tuning.
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I have cut the collector open and there is no cats in there. Didn't see any dogs either.
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The pink bits were her idea....
Sure it was.
Cool car, looks fun.
frequency of oil changes
in The Garage
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I read it now, OK? I am no youngster and never had a oil related engine problem on any vehicle in my life. If it ain't broke....
PS-I did buy a chevy truck once (never again) and when I was changing the vavle cover gaskets, there must have been a full half inch of sludge in there. I guess the previous owner must have read your thread.