Honda Trail Bike Forums http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/ The Honda Trail Bike Forums provide a place for all trail bike riders to congregate, swapping advice, stories and pictures. We pride ourselves on our friendliness. We cover the Africa Twin, Transalp, Varadero, Dominator and XR range of bikes. en Wed, 08 Sep 2010 23:33:00 GMT vBulletin 1 http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/images/misc/rss.jpg Honda Trail Bike Forums http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/ xrv 750 choke question http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/africa-twin/49605-xrv-750-choke-question.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 22:42:51 GMT I have read many of the post about chokes and choke problems and i have several questions. all of my plugs show signs of running severly rich.... I have read many of the post about chokes and choke problems and i have several questions.
all of my plugs show signs of running severly rich. encountered a previous owners attempt to repair the black plastic dealy at the end of the choke cable. Not sure how the choke cable works, i see the choke slides in the closed position, so i assume the vacuum on the diaphram opens the choke slides and if you use the choke how does it maintain the choke closed? i presume it is normal to see the slides closed when not under power?
I would like to disable the chokes but really dont fully understand how to do it. will i have to remove the broken piece of plastic still in the carb? help please I am up in the mountains of Panama a long way from professional help ]]> Africa Twin faro55 http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/africa-twin/49605-xrv-750-choke-question.html Holan panniers - feedback? http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/africa-twin/49604-holan-panniers-feedback.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 20:47:28 GMT Hi, Is there anyone in here using Holan panniers for his RD07? Good and bad experiences? :confused: Image:... Hi,

Is there anyone in here using Holan panniers for his RD07?

Good and bad experiences? :confused:




More info here: Holan » Asym. Pannier rack for Honda Africa

Best Regards,
Luís Cabrita ]]> Africa Twin CaBRita http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/africa-twin/49604-holan-panniers-feedback.html spot lights on a african twin. http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/africa-twin/49603-spot-lights-african-twin.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 20:35:03 GMT i have installed 2x 55w spot lights on my 1999 african twin. these r wired through a relay ,striaght from the battery vair a switch for the coil on... i have installed 2x 55w spot lights on my 1999 african twin. these r wired through a relay ,striaght from the battery vair a switch for the coil on the relay. the current of these lights 10 amp.
what is the total load i can take from the alternator.
want to wire sat nav and heated grips and power socket for heated clothing.
or would i be better going for led spot lights , what is the best option.
thanks karl:p ]]> Africa Twin karl singleton http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/africa-twin/49603-spot-lights-african-twin.html Tight spot on a chain! new chain? http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/bike-tech/49602-tight-spot-chain-new-chain.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 20:31:17 GMT Hello Folks,

Just checking the girlfriend's bike (bmw f650 strada) and noticed the chain looked a bit slack. Checked the swing for the tolerance (20-30mm), then adjusted the chain. Finally, checked for tight spots and notice one spot where theres almost no moment in the chain. Turn the wheel abit, and chain falls back into the range!

Pretty sure this means new chain and sprocket!? Correct or have I done something odd?

Thanks

Billy ]]> Bike Tech billy http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/bike-tech/49602-tight-spot-chain-new-chain.html For Sale: Honda XR 400 http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/bikes-sale-wanted/49601-honda-xr-400-a.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 20:04:36 GMT The XR400 is up for sale. It has 14600 kms so about 9100 miles This has been a cracker of a bike that started off life with me with a full engine... The XR400 is up for sale.
It has 14600 kms so about 9100 miles
This has been a cracker of a bike that started off life with me with a full engine rebuild due to knocking noise, but has ran superbly and on all the trail riding I have done on this it has never let me down, never failed to start and never failed to get me home. XRs really are superb and if I could afford to keep it I would... I would love to strip it down and make it new again, but I do want to move on and I want to try something else out.

It gets serviced every 1000kms/600 miles oil and filter using Guardian Rock Oil and airfilter cleaned. Valves have been checked a couple of times a year and now only see fit to do if she becomes hard to start which is , so far, never.
Swingarm bolt is removed every service and regreased as I got paraniod by all the seized stories
New front brake pads just fitted
Chain and sprockets are less than 6 months old but cant find receipt for them but they havent done much work.. running 14/43 with a 15 front also
Heavy duty ali bashplate
Frame is straight,subframe is straight
Acerbis frame guards fitted
Ego barkbusters.. less than 6 month old
Renthal 613 high bend bars with 20 mm risers
Gordons mods have been done, ie. header welds ground down, snorkle was removed by previous owner and VW Beetle tip insert in standard end can
Raptor titanium wide footpegs .. thes are £120 a set
New gear lever
I have front sprocket cover but dont use it for trail riding as all the dirt and grass builds up in it
Rear tool bag
Tax and MOT till March 11

£1395





]]> Bikes For Sale / Wanted phil w http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/bikes-sale-wanted/49601-honda-xr-400-a.html <![CDATA[eBay: XR250/400/650 & CRM250 Excel/Talon Wheels]]> http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/sale-wanted/49600-xr250-400-650-crm250-excel-talon-wheels.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 20:04:04 GMT Not mine but thought someone on here might be intersted...seems like a reasonable price too :thumbleft: HONDA XR400 XR 400 250 TALON WHEELS EXCEL... Not mine but thought someone on here might be intersted...seems like a reasonable price too :thumbleft:

HONDA XR400 XR 400 250 TALON WHEELS EXCEL RIMS on eBay (end time 18-Sep-10 14:10:24 BST) ]]> For Sale / Wanted rich1960 http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/sale-wanted/49600-xr250-400-650-crm250-excel-talon-wheels.html Laquer ! ! http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/africa-twin/49599-laquer.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 20:02:42 GMT Had my bike resprayed black last month. Two weeks ago got some black and orange decals made. Was vert happy with how it looked. Yesterday sent it to... Had my bike resprayed black last month. Two weeks ago got some black and orange decals made. Was vert happy with how it looked. Yesterday sent it to get some laquer to protect the decals and paintwork, and I am very disappointed. It looks like they used a watering can to pour the laquer onto the bike. Orange peel and drips everywhere. Any way out of this without damaging the decals?? ]]> Africa Twin yazkenya http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/africa-twin/49599-laquer.html The mystery of the useless indicators http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/chatter/49598-mystery-useless-indicators.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:41:45 GMT Now I'm an adherent to the SOTGWICBA rule (Some Of The Gear When I Can Be Arsd) so I cannot claim to be the most safety conscious rider. But I cannot, cannot, CANNOT understand why anyone would make their indicators less visible than they start out.

Our vulnerability means that we have to give other road users the best possible chance of seeing us or knowing what we are going to do next. Large, orange, slow flashing tungsten bulb indicators do that job wonderfully.

So can anyone explain to me why so many riders (incl some in this club) replace them with smaller, whiter, more difficult to see, and quicker indicators, occasionally siting them where they can't actually be seen past the exhaust or get swallowed up in the colours of the fairing.

It's all very well to say the motorist who hit you should have looked more carefully but I would rather not have him hit me in the first place!

This seems to me to be fashion gone absolutely barking mad!

:confused: ]]> Chatter pdsquire http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/chatter/49598-mystery-useless-indicators.html someone who understands !! http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/chatter/49597-someone-who-understands.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 19:09:49 GMT took me beast in for mot today.....sailed through with no advisories especially for chain play. at last someone who understands the difference... took me beast in for mot today.....sailed through with no advisories especially for chain play. at last someone who understands the difference between road / adventure bike chain play and takes the time to read the sticker info on swing arm............well done that man !!:thumb: ]]> Chatter ADE THE BLADE http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/chatter/49597-someone-who-understands.html Need Cheep XL500R Seat Base http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/xl/49596-need-cheep-xl500r-seat-base.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 18:51:39 GMT Peeps,
I hope this is in the right place.
I'm looking for a CHEAP XL500R Seat Base, to hack around and generally modify etc etc!!!
Anyone got one???

Cheers, Mark. ]]> XL M6NTL http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/xl/49596-need-cheep-xl500r-seat-base.html Good Winter Gloves http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/chatter/49595-good-winter-gloves.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 18:41:17 GMT Hi all, can i raid your wealth of experience, i need to get a good pair of winter gloves, preferably leather/gortex. warm and waterproof. but... Hi all, can i raid your wealth of experience, i need to get a good pair of winter gloves, preferably leather/gortex. warm and waterproof. but something that allows movement of fingers. what can you suggest that you have been happy with? i dare say they are going to be expensive so would like to get it right first time.:confused: Thanks in advance. ]]> Chatter Biggles 1956 http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/chatter/49595-good-winter-gloves.html Headlight Mesh RD07a and others http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/africa-twin/49594-headlight-mesh-rd07a-others.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 18:21:53 GMT I am well impressed. Just got a prototype Headlight Mesh off BobA and fitted it to my RD07a. They are meant for an earlier model but quite easily and... I am well impressed. Just got a prototype Headlight Mesh off BobA and fitted it to my RD07a. They are meant for an earlier model but quite easily and neatly fit the RD07a

A few screws and 2 bolts and off come the nose cone - pop this over the lights and undwer the rubber - back on with the nose cone and Bobs your uncle - well he isn't but you know what I mean!!

I did modify it just a little - I rounded off the top corners to make it fit inside the rubber better and took off the 2 clips either side - they are not needed and the fit is better without them.

Great proi duct and I think really makes the AT look good.

Here are the photos so judge for yourself.








]]> Africa Twin angelo http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/africa-twin/49594-headlight-mesh-rd07a-others.html Xt660z -2011 http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/yamaha/49593-xt660z-2011-a.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 17:49:17 GMT If my Spanish is right, Yamaha is putting ABS on the 660 Ténéré Some new decals too, and polished bar ends. *XT 660Z Teneré* llegará al... If my Spanish is right, Yamaha is putting ABS on the 660 Ténéré

Some new decals too, and polished bar ends.

XT 660Z Teneré llegará al mercado en una versión ABS http://motos.coches.net/noticias/yamaha/novedades/2011/



And the Super Tenere in black


and silver

]]> Yamaha Kjell Lindberg http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/yamaha/49593-xt660z-2011-a.html <![CDATA[I've got no friends.......]]> http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/national-meets/49592-ive-got-no-friends.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 17:27:54 GMT To travel with up to the national.
I'm going up on tomorrow but haven't packed my bike yet so unlikely to be leaving until lunch time tomorrow, so that's you out bob. :(
Anyone heading up the m5 or from wales tomorrow?
Yes I know I've left it all too late. :D ]]> National Meets DaveS http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/national-meets/49592-ive-got-no-friends.html Fueling Problem?. http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/dominator-fmx/49591-fueling-problem.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 17:10:47 GMT Hi all,

The bike has started to lurch and judder about, and it feels like something is sticking (for want of a better expression lol). Doesn't sound right either. Any ideas?.

Thanks :). ]]> Dominator / FMX SiNX650 http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/dominator-fmx/49591-fueling-problem.html Best Tyres for the Varadero?? http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/varadero/49590-best-tyres-varadero.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 14:40:04 GMT I'm sure there are loads of threads on this but what are the best tyres for long haul commuting (100 miles a day) Currently have the standard Michelin but needing a new set as they are worn and discovered an egg on the front yesterday (yikes!) ]]> Varadero Britman http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/varadero/49590-best-tyres-varadero.html Easiest way to add a rectiefier fan? http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/africa-twin/49589-easiest-way-add-rectiefier-fan.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 13:37:15 GMT Whats the easiest way to add a pc fan onto my rectifier that wont keep running when the bike is off? Run it from the rear light or something like... Whats the easiest way to add a pc fan onto my rectifier that wont keep running when the bike is off? Run it from the rear light or something like that? Or will that dim the light too much?

Thanks ]]> Africa Twin Devilkin http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/africa-twin/49589-easiest-way-add-rectiefier-fan.html Wow, what a xmas pressie! http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/chatter/49588-wow-what-xmas-pressie.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 13:33:25 GMT I nicked this from another site but make no apologies as this is a great story......... YouTube - The Norton Project I nicked this from another site but make no apologies as this is a great story.........


]]> Chatter boboneleg http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/chatter/49588-wow-what-xmas-pressie.html KTM????????????????????? http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/everything-orange-ktm/49586-ktm.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 12:14:02 GMT Hi all, I was over at the Stormin the castle last weekend, and as usual we spent most of the time strolling around the campsite sipping beer,... Hi all,
I was over at the Stormin the castle last weekend, and as usual we spent most of the time strolling around the campsite sipping beer, looking at the bikes and swapping stories/lies:D. I again found myself being drawn to big ORANGE KTM 950 adventures. I like the size, colour and attitude, but I dont know anyone who has owned one - so the big question is reliability.
Does anyone out there have any first hand advise/opinion on this subject. I would be buying a low millage (under 15K) 950 carb model. Opinions please ]]> Everything Orange - KTM 1965paulh http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/everything-orange-ktm/49586-ktm.html Which replacement battery? http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/africa-twin/49585-replacement-battery.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 11:44:57 GMT Hi all
I need to pick up a replacement battery asap and I've never bought one before. Surprisingly, the local Halfords have a stack of them. Any idea which, if any, of these I can go for? Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks, Steve ]]> Africa Twin sjk6000 http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/africa-twin/49585-replacement-battery.html To break or not to break http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/africa-twin/49584-break-not-break.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 09:18:27 GMT Sadly Im thinking of saying good bye to my 1993 AT :( as I spend more and more time on my xr and hard off roading and the AT just isnt getting out as... Sadly Im thinking of saying good bye to my 1993 AT :( as I spend more and more time on my xr and hard off roading and the AT just isnt getting out as she should.

My dilema is this :- I live in france and paid over 3000 euros for it a couple of years back from a dealer. Since then because of my off road antics she has picked up a load of minor scuffs and sratches but still only has around 60000kms (not miles) on the clock. She rides well but I'd be lucky to get half of what I paid for her - and in france things take a very long time to sell. So I have been considering (even more sadly) breaking her as in parts (most of which are in g.condition) I maybe able to claw back some of my original outlay.

The question I have is there a big demand for parts in the UK - I would have to drop my prices slightly to make up for P & P. I was thinking of ebay. Would they sell ?

What I dont want to do is sell one or two crital parts and be left with an unsellable bike.

Im just looking for advice and views - please Im not breaking yet and may not do so - so no good asking for parts - if I do decide to do so I will put a post up in the buy and sell section before going to ebay.

cheers :thumbup: ]]> Africa Twin jonnybgood http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/africa-twin/49584-break-not-break.html 1000!! http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/chatter/49583-1000.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 08:49:20 GMT Ok most were just hot air but I am still proud.....:D Ok most were just hot air but I am still proud.....:D ]]> Chatter italy1 http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/chatter/49583-1000.html Funny Noise http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/dominator-fmx/49582-funny-noise.html Wed, 08 Sep 2010 07:34:17 GMT chaps, my bike makes a funny noise when in a high gear at low revs and partial throttle i was wondering if anyone elses does this and what... chaps,

my bike makes a funny noise when in a high gear at low revs and partial throttle

i was wondering if anyone elses does this and what causes it ...

is it bad fueling ?

is it me riding it like a dilbert in the wrong gear for a big single?

if i had to describe it id say it sounded a bit like the cam chain hitting an gengine casing but as soon as you give it more throttle its gone and it doesnt happen in mid to high revs....just very low down

this is the first big single ive ever owned so forgive me if i sound like a moron

any ideas? ]]> Dominator / FMX zippychips http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/dominator-fmx/49582-funny-noise.html Australia here I come http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/chatter/49580-australia-here-i-come.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 22:47:52 GMT Hi All XRVers
Well its been a long time since I've posted anything on here and a lot has happened in my life since the day in 2008 when I road down to the Ace Cafe with Mrs Gromit, BT bloke, Marcin, Stanbloke and others, We had a very memorable ride back taking in the Berko lanes with Mudwiz. I was off to Manila the following morning. I was back in UK in March but by August I was single again as Mrs Gromit had Taken Triumph's slogan literally and "gone her own way" after 25 years of Marriage!
Anyway I still presently have my AT but I have been posted to Canberra in Australia from January next year and can't decide what to do with my beloved AT,
I met up with BT Bloke tonight and he was sowing seeds about me coming to the National. I might surprise him yet. He thought that ATs were never sold by Honda in Australia, but they are sought after as being an ideal machine for the environment. I'd be worried about getting any parts out there and a lack of swapping information first hand with knowledgable XRVers. Are there any Aussie XRVers subscribing to this forum? If so would they please drop me a line and let me know what the XRV scene is like in Eastern Australia especially in ACT.
Give the hassles and cost of shipping, importing and complying with Australian construction regs it may be better to sell up in UK and get something more popular out there. I'll be there three years so could sell it before returning to UK. Any tips would be appreciated.

Does Doglegdon still subscribe ? ]]> Chatter Gromit3528 http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/chatter/49580-australia-here-i-come.html Bar Risers caused damage? http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/bike-tech/49579-bar-risers-caused-damage.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 22:44:29 GMT I had to drop the bike on Sunday (or get t-boned by a speeding eejit). Usual damage, bent rear brake lever and the plastic TA700 handguard snapped... I had to drop the bike on Sunday (or get t-boned by a speeding eejit). Usual damage, bent rear brake lever and the plastic TA700 handguard snapped off. Front brake lever ok, bit it and bar end just scratched.

Got home and realised that the bar wasn't straight/level. Turns out the bar holder on the same right side was bent. Seemed strange but I've heard that the use if bar risers does place addition stress on the bar holders due to additional leverage available.

Cost isn't too bad at £20 a part but imagine these cracking off whilst away from home and a simple drop.

Won't be keeping risers on again. Will put up with the shoulder pain.


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk ]]> Bike Tech Farky http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/bike-tech/49579-bar-risers-caused-damage.html Africa twin http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/africa-twin/49578-africa-twin.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 22:23:14 GMT Hello all, i have fuel driping from the carb over flow pipe,its a very slight drip,and only notice it when parked up on side stand with engine... Hello all, i have fuel driping from the carb over flow pipe,its a very slight drip,and only notice it when parked up on side stand with engine off.was wondering if a sticking choke could cause it.or do i have another problem.the reason why i mention choke,is it tends to be a bit jerky at low revs, below 2000revs and was thinking of doing the choke plungers to hopefuly fix this and smooth out the revs. I would be very gratefull for your help.xrv750r 94 with 44,000miles. ]]> Africa Twin ESP http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/africa-twin/49578-africa-twin.html 400 or 600? http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/xr/49577-400-600-a.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 22:19:21 GMT Hi all new boy here, i know your not going to like what i want to do with an xr but just wanting some advice, i have a 2003 250 xr that i ride off... Hi all new boy here,
i know your not going to like what i want to do with an xr but just wanting some advice, i have a 2003 250 xr that i ride off road and green lane which is great fun i have had it about 3 years, i have a suzuki sv650 which i have street fightered, and now want to build a custom hardtail bobber type bike over the winter months and i want to use a xr engine for the power house i nice simple, strong, air cooled, single, very little electrical string, simple like me! i know i will need to build an oil tank of sorts i was thinking of using a larger oil cooler from a oil cooled race engine of sorts.
i intend to get an xr remove the engine and all parts i need then break the rest of the bike and use cbr forks and wheels in the new frame.
anyway enough waffling on from me i cant decide to use a 400 or a 600 so if anyone could help me,
is one stronger or more reliable than the other?
which engine is easier to get spares for?
how much power and torque do both engines have?
i know its a boring question but how much fuel do they use? does the 400 use conciderably less than the 600, i have a set size tank and am thinking about range.
how much does each engine weigh respectivley
i have seen more 400 for sale are they much more common and easier to get hold of?
thanks in advance to anyone that can offer some help and advice on anything or any opinions would be gretafully recieved.
Ollie ]]> XR AirArmed http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/xr/49577-400-600-a.html You have to smile..... http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/chatter/49576-you-have-smile.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:56:54 GMT As I was bimbling home tonight I passed back and forth beside a gent on what looked like a Meccano bike. It made the Major look grand and impressive.... As I was bimbling home tonight I passed back and forth beside a gent on what looked like a Meccano bike. It made the Major look grand and impressive. After waving each other in and out of the traffic several times he pulled up alongside me in Brixton, and with a huge grin on his face said, "Don't you just love biking....especially on a day like this?".

I wonder if many gridlocked, Tube-strike-avoiding London car drivers were fortunate enough to have someone make them smile like this today....:D ]]> Chatter DoctorLaw http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/chatter/49576-you-have-smile.html Muppets !!! http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/chatter/49575-muppets.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:45:43 GMT Cops Suspended In Greater Manchester After Rolling Confiscated Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VIII Sports Car | UK News | Sky News... Cops Suspended In Greater Manchester After Rolling Confiscated Mitsubishi Lancer Evo VIII Sports Car | UK News | Sky News

In the Law we Trust :rolleyes::rolleyes::rolleyes: ]]> Chatter Frad http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/chatter/49575-muppets.html Car Boot Sale http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/national-meets/49573-car-boot-sale.html Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:21:06 GMT So just to summarize I will be bringing Dr rack/guard Boboneleg TKC80 Boboneleg (possibly) Acerbis Armour ... So just to summarize
I will be bringing

Dr rack/guard Boboneleg
TKC80 Boboneleg (possibly)
Acerbis Armour Whealie (possibly)
Kneeguards BTbloke/Whealie (possibly)
Akito Deset jkt Alba/Micksylver (possibly)

I have also found out the thin chrome heat guard for the standard RD03 silencer, first one to shout out gets it :D. ]]> National Meets cabbage2404 http://www.xrv.org.uk/forums/national-meets/49573-car-boot-sale.html