Fix it or ditch it? My orange barrel of a bike...

[xboxdynasty]

Ok, so I had fun last Thursday at bike night. Nice to see ya guys again. I'll be heading off to my new job June 19th. It's cycles of 6-8 weeks on and 2 weeks off. So I wouldn't be home very much to ride. Add in Michigan weather and I might never see the road on two wheels.

I was wondering if it would be worth it, in your opinion, to do the maintenance the bike needs. Here's what I'm dealing with...

Front rotors dangerously thin and warped:

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n67/xboxdynasty/warped_rotor.jpg
http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n67/xboxdynasty/front_rotor_thick.jpg

But front brake pad life looks ok:

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n67/xboxdynasty/fb_pads.jpg

Rear brake pad look kinda thin to me:

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n67/xboxdynasty/rb_pads.jpg

Will need new chain and both sprockets. The positive is I have a vortex front but need to buy rear and chain:

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n67/xboxdynasty/rear_sprocket.jpg

Possible carb leak. Yellow and sticky deposits on kick stand side, possibly still from winter storage:

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n67/xboxdynasty/carb_leak.jpg

Although she still looks good at 50mph/50ft:

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n67/xboxdynasty/50mph_50ft.jpg



So parts I think i need are:
2x rotors front
1x rear sprocket
1x chain
1x rear pads

No labor would be needed as I am confident I can handle those few things. Any idea of a ballpark for those parts? It's only worth ~2000 and has 34k miles. My thought is to sell it and earn interest on the profits. Then after a year or two of working get something new or nearly new.

Oberons and an a ride if anyone feels compelled to take a closer look and help me out. I'll let you stick on the right side away from my chain :laughing:.

Oberons after the ride of course.

[fasterbusa]

Well, another thing to think about would be what caused the rotor to warp.

I had a wheel bearing that had to be replaced, so that might be something for you to think about, in terms of "things that I need to do".

Not hyper difficult, you take it to Andersons (Motown Powersports?) and they do it for $40 or so, tire off the bike.

If you feel you really need to part with your bike for a year or 2, you might as well sell it as motorcycles, as with many toys, are not good financial investment vehicles.

[xboxdynasty]

Well, another thing to think about would be what caused the rotor to warp.

I had a wheel bearing that had to be replaced, so that might be something for you to think about, in terms of "things that I need to do".

Not hyper difficult, you take it to Andersons (Motown Powersports?) and they do it for $40 or so, tire off the bike.

If you feel you really need to part with your bike for a year or 2, you might as well sell it as motorcycles, as with many toys, are not good financial investment vehicles.

Thats probably why I was the front end felt shaky on the freeway and when I checked it today axle was tight and tire at correct pressure.

[Luckystrike]

Are you trying to kill yourself on that thing? Holy crap, you do realize the sprocket should have teeth, not just little bumps :wtf:

http://www.motorcycletoystore.com/sport/images/uploads/cat5_rr_compass_large.jpg

That is what a sprocket should look like.

I'll look the bike over for you, but honestly wouldn't want to be responsible for you riding it over here. :2cents:

[BigC]

Is that the same bike I sold you two years ago??

[xboxdynasty]

Is that the same bike I sold you two years ago??

Yeah and thanks its been great by the way. Just haven't had the money to replace the normal wear and tear parts this season. New paint as had an encounter with the pavement my first year...

You want it back :laughing:?

Lucky that would be great if you could help me out. I'm gonna pick up a new rear sprocket and possibly chain chain if the old one is worn badly. I've got a new front already. That's why I wouldn't share lanes with anyone on Thursday. No use making a member eat chain :squid2::squid2::ban::ban::ban:

It started slipping today in range at high rev. Hah.

And yes I know what a new shiny $40 sprocket should look like.

[BigC]

Yeah and thanks its been great by the way. Just haven't had the money to replace the normal wear and tear parts this season. New paint as had an encounter with the pavement my first year...

You want it back :laughing:?

Lucky that would be great if you could help me out. I'm gonna pick up a new rear sprocket and possibly chain chain if the old one is worn badly. I've got a new front already. That's why I wouldn't share lanes with anyone on Thursday. No use making a member eat chain :squid2::squid2::ban::ban::ban:

It started slipping today in range at high rev. Hah.

And yes I know what a new shiny $40 sprocket should look like.

I'm glad you have gotten a lot of good use out of her!! And no, the wife does not want it back. She is looking at a GSXR 600.

You really should replace the chain. I can see by the picture that the chain is pretty worn out. I always replace chains and sprockets at the same time!!

[BigC]

OH and, sorry to hear about the pavement surfing!!

[xboxdynasty]

It was a nice ride and calmed me down and kept me alive in the long run.

Yeah I know about the chain thing just trying to be stingy.

[Luckystrike]

It was a nice ride and calmed me down and kept me alive in the long run.

Yeah I know about the chain thing just trying to be stingy.

When/if it snaps, it could end up costing you a lot more :thumb2:

[BigC]

When/if it snaps, it could end up costing you a lot more :thumb2:


I've never personally seen it but I hear that the chain can wrap around ones ankle if it breaks. Not to mension major damage to the bike itself.

[xboxdynasty]

To body work? Psh 3 weeks after I had it painted I was on a crappy road in Hamtramick, go figure. Lower cowling screw must of loosedned itself and hole thing slid down and drug on pavement!

But yeah as I said getting that stuff done.

:thumb2:

[Luckystrike]

One member had his water pump shattered last year, I can't imagine what it would feel like if it hit your ankle.

John Hopkins lost his chain in the MotoGP race today, it was spinning down the track for a while, one other rider rode over it :jawdrop:

[fasterbusa]

Well, to be fair Chris, that was a Kawasaki.
What can you expect?

I wonder who their chain people are???
They can't be happy with that!

[xboxdynasty]

Well, to be fair Chris, that was a Kawasaki.
What can you expect?

I wonder who their chain people are???
They can't be happy with that!

Please, please. Can't blame an after market chain on kawicrapy. BTW 520 best?

I'm gonna take the front wheel and sprockets off tonight. Get that bearing and chain kit I dearly need.

[fasterbusa]

It is kind of doubtful that a breaking chain would be able to snag an ankle, if the rider's feet were where they are supposed to be.

That being said, a chain break can damage the engine cases, as in destroy them.
Or the chain will simply unwind from the front sprocket and lay on the ground, or the chain could become wrapped up in the rear axle, dumping the rider instantly.

So, it pays to make sure your chain is in good condition.

The Kawasaki chain simply layed down on the track, a lucky thing for Hopkins.
The commentators said that that hardly ever happens.

Remember that when you change chains, they also recommend you change at least the rear sprocket. Most people change out both sprockets so they get the maximum from the new chain.

[BigC]

Like I said, I have never personally seen it just heard about it.
I find it real difficult to believe also but I wouldn't want to take the chance.

[L7 Motorsports]

I have a few sets of rotors I would let go cheap, I may also have a stock chain and some sprockets. Give me a call 586-759-4735.

Scott

[xboxdynasty]

I have a few sets of rotors I would let go cheap, I may also have a stock chain and some sprockets. Give me a call 586-759-4735.

Scott

will do thanks

[DocThee]

If the bike is paid for, I would certainly fix it and keep it. Then I would save for another bike. That is how you build your collection....:D

[TheWhoolieMan]

Holy Shit on the Sprocket, I thought mine was bad when I lost 5 teeth on the back, 3 on the front!!! Old and paid for bike's are great!!!

[Duner]

Does anybody else have any current mechanical issues on their current rides before I start meeting up at BP?:doublefinger:

[Luckystrike]

Does anybody else have any current mechanical issues on their current rides before I tentatively start meeting up at BP?:doublefinger:

Fixed that for ya :thumb2:

[Duner]

Fixed that for ya :thumb2:



:laughing:It's gotta get over 60 friggn degrees out before I even think about the word "tenative"......:laughing:

[four_by_ken]

:laughing:It's gotta get over 60 friggn degrees out before I even think about the word "tenative"......:laughing:

Pussy.

[four_by_ken]

Dont be cheap.. replace BOTH sprockets and the chain. Shouldnt even be a question... even more so after seeing those pictures!!!

And, how did you wear the rotors 'thin' with only that kind of mileage on it?

[v2win]

:laughing:It's gotta get over 60 friggn degrees out before I even think about the word "tenative"......:laughing:


Its about 95 here with 65% humidity:doublefinger:

I could do without the humidity though

[xboxdynasty]

Dont be cheap.. replace BOTH sprockets and the chain. Shouldnt even be a question... even more so after seeing those pictures!!!

And, how did you wear the rotors 'thin' with only that kind of mileage on it?

34,000 miles? IDK if they've ever been replaced. Not for the 5k I've had the bike.

L7 FTW!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

He hooked me up with:


New 50 teeth rear sprocket
New 15 teeth front sprocket
Barley Used 525 chain
Front wheel bearings
Speed control part
Labor for bearings
Riveted Master Link
Pair of used Kawi rotors
2 bolts I needed

$268

I'm keeping it!

BTW so who can loan me rivet tool in the next couple of days or so.

Anybody like Bell's Pale Ale? I thought I'd try it and wayyyyy to bitter for me.
Stickin with Oberon's

WOOT!

[Luckystrike]

BTW so who can loan me rivet tool in the next couple of days or so.

Anybody like Bell's Pale Ale? I thought I'd try it and wayyyyy to bitter for me.
Stickin with Oberon's

WOOT!

Ask DemonRR, he needs someone to break his now :laughing:

I am going to need mine this week, but if you can get the bike over to my house, I can help guide you through the process either tomorrow night or wednesday night.

[flipf4ipilot]

BTW so who can loan me rivet tool in the next couple of days or so.

WOOT!

Someone might be willing to loan you theirs, with the provision that you dont get Demon's help :laughing:

[xboxdynasty]

If the bike is paid for, I would certainly fix it and keep it. Then I would save for another bike. That is how you build your collection....:D


Ya now somebody lease my Taurus so I don't have to pay $370 a month.

Paid for of course.

[fasterbusa]

No doubt about it, Scott at L7 is a great guy with really great prices!

Maybe you should ask him to install the new chain and sprockets?

Good luck!

[xboxdynasty]

Na no way to get it there without the F-150. I've 2-3 changes before. Jason taught me how to do most everything.

And he's got like 30 bikes to do right now :laughing:

[Duner]

Pussy.

Whathappenedta "Sally"?:laughing:

[Duner]

Na no way to get it there without the F-150. I've 2-3 changes before. Jason taught me how to do most everything.

And he's got like 30 bikes to do right now :laughing:


Good choice on replacing both sprockets n the chain

That chain looked pretty bad, with all new, or almost new, you'll get proper wearn life outta all three.

[xboxdynasty]

http://i109.photobucket.com/albums/n67/xboxdynasty/img033.jpg

And work is in progress. Gonna be gone Friday to Thursday to see my dad so hopefully I'll get parts and a ride in before that.

[four_by_ken]

Whathappenedta "Sally"?:laughing:


Oh yeah... forgot.



Sally.

:p

[four_by_ken]

34,000 miles? IDK if they've ever been replaced. Not for the 5k I've had the bike.



Guess it depends on your riding. For typical MI riding... 34k... you should have plenty of life left in them.

[xboxdynasty]

ya. I've only had it for 5-6k and my riding doesn't cause much wear. I would like to say that I ride wheelies for miles and rev limit it all the time :squid2:

But don't especially now with more experience.

[BigC]

I cleaned out the garage today and found a rear rim complete with tire, sprocket (in good shape) and rotor (also in good shape) that I bought for your bike when my wife owned it. I forgot I had it so if you want it it is all yours. If you don't I will put it on eBay and sell it. Either way, just let me know.

[xboxdynasty]

Good choice on replacing both sprockets n the chain

That chain looked pretty bad, with all new, or almost new, you'll get proper wearn life outta all three.

Ya would be nice if I STILL wasn't waiting on the rear sprocket. I don't know what happened. Scott is a crook!!! lol JK

[xboxdynasty]

And a big THANKS to Casey for hooking me up with the rear wheel. To bad its got the stock 530 width, while the new chain and front sprocket I got is a 525.

Was this close to not missing RO. Monday Monday Monday, hopefully.

[BigC]

And a big THANKS to Casey for hooking me up with the rear wheel. To bad its got the stock 530 width, while the new chain and front sprocket I got is a 525.

Was this close to not missing RO. Monday Monday Monday, hopefully.


Sorry the sprocket didn't work out for you.
At least you have a spare rim and rotor for the bike!!

[xboxdynasty]

Ya no problem. If I ever get a flat in the rear won't have to wait days to get a cheap tire.

MANY THANKS