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by Sofija
Sun Mar 11, 2018 10:51 pm
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: Suspension height after Tyre change.
Replies: 16
Views: 1544

Re: Suspension height after Tyre change.

I do need to do some miles on it I suppose, get it scrubbed in too. Just my over active brain thinking too much probably.
by Sofija
Sun Mar 11, 2018 10:42 pm
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: Suspension height after Tyre change.
Replies: 16
Views: 1544

Suspension height after Tyre change.

hi guys, Just changed from a 190/50/17 to a 190/55/17 on the back wheel. Bike feels a little higher now and not as balanced. Is there a known drop to …login to view the rest of this post
by Sofija
Tue Jan 24, 2017 6:19 pm
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: eBay fairing need advice
Replies: 11
Views: 1932

Re: eBay fairing need advice

Tank is fine Jompy. No dent but it has pitted scratches and was no use to be kept original anyway. Money is well tight too. Not long now I am whole …login to view the rest of this post
by Sofija
Fri Jan 20, 2017 9:28 pm
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: eBay fairing need advice
Replies: 11
Views: 1932

Re: eBay fairing need advice

Well my bike is finally together ish. Fairings are on anyway. Got my aftermarkets from Auctmarts. So far they seem a pretty good fit. Couple of small …login to view the rest of this post
by Sofija
Fri Jan 20, 2017 9:21 pm
Forum: General Bike Chat
Topic: Yamaha Tank decals.
Replies: 5
Views: 894

Yamaha Tank decals.

Hi,

Does anyone know where I can get genuine tank decals still for my 5JJ R1? Looking for the white Yamaha decal either side of tank. Bought some …login to view the rest of this post
by Sofija
Fri Oct 21, 2016 5:18 pm
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: Throttle sticking. Carbs?
Replies: 25
Views: 2475

Re: Throttle sticking. Carbs?

Thank you Jon. What you have done for me is amazing and I am forever in your debt. I have said this before, however i must say it again. This forum…login to view the rest of this post
by Sofija
Thu Sep 29, 2016 7:49 am
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: Throttle sticking. Carbs?
Replies: 25
Views: 2475

Re: Throttle sticking. Carbs?

Sent you a PM Jon. Cheers
by Sofija
Wed Sep 28, 2016 12:12 pm
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: Throttle sticking. Carbs?
Replies: 25
Views: 2475

Re: Throttle sticking. Carbs?

Ok fellers. Took the carbs off and still seized solid. Butterflies not opening, but first 1 and 2 can be open using a spanner on the shaft. Not sure w…login to view the rest of this post
by Sofija
Fri Sep 09, 2016 10:14 pm
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: Throttle sticking. Carbs?
Replies: 25
Views: 2475

Re: Throttle sticking. Carbs?

wellsy98 wrote:Are the carbs off the bike mate?

Nah a bit scared to take them off right now. Going to have a go at them on Monday i think.…login to view the rest of this post
by Sofija
Wed Sep 07, 2016 7:04 pm
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: Throttle sticking. Carbs?
Replies: 25
Views: 2475

Re: Throttle sticking. Carbs?

PJC wrote:Unhook the cables and see if you can open the butterflies. Chances are its a spring issue or dry cables. I generally lube (The cables :lol: :lol: )wi
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by Sofija
Wed Sep 07, 2016 7:03 pm
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: Throttle sticking. Carbs?
Replies: 25
Views: 2475

Re: Throttle sticking. Carbs?

Kylezx7r wrote:If you get no joy I'm home on the 21st sept if you want me to have a squint at it

thanks Kyle, hopefully have it sorted by then, but …login to view the rest of this post
by Sofija
Wed Sep 07, 2016 5:08 pm
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: Throttle sticking. Carbs?
Replies: 25
Views: 2475

Re: Throttle sticking. Carbs?

tomhubbard wrote:Is the throttle tube damaged?

No Tom, i stripped that initially thinking that was the problem. I am down to the carbs now and ther…login to view the rest of this post
by Sofija
Wed Sep 07, 2016 4:32 pm
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: Throttle sticking. Carbs?
Replies: 25
Views: 2475

Re: Throttle sticking. Carbs?

Hi Mark, i live in Winston near Darlington (North East)
by Sofija
Wed Sep 07, 2016 4:09 pm
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: Throttle sticking. Carbs?
Replies: 25
Views: 2475

Throttle sticking. Carbs?

Hi guys, after my crash eight weeks ago i have finally got the parts i need to sort my bike together. However before i got started I knew my throttle …login to view the rest of this post
by Sofija
Tue Sep 06, 2016 11:16 pm
Forum: General Bike Chat
Topic: New Baby
Replies: 36
Views: 1628

Re: New Baby

Congratulations haha
by Sofija
Mon Sep 05, 2016 4:48 pm
Forum: R1 98-99 4XV
Topic: Micron full race system for sale with jets
Replies: 16
Views: 1461

Re: Micron full race system for sale with jets

I've got a set of these. Hell of a flat spot, keep that in mind. Wouldnt be if you get it set up properly Where would you recommend in our area Kyle?…login to view the rest of this post
by Sofija
Sun Sep 04, 2016 10:03 pm
Forum: R1 98-99 4XV
Topic: Micron full race system for sale with jets
Replies: 16
Views: 1461

Re: Micron full race system for sale with jets

Kylezx7r wrote:
Symnz wrote:I've got a set of these.
Hell of a flat spot, keep that in mind.
Wouldnt be if you get it set up properly

Where would yo…login to view the rest of this post
by Sofija
Thu Aug 11, 2016 5:24 pm
Forum: General Bike Chat
Topic: Thank You Kyle.
Replies: 5
Views: 654

Thank You Kyle.

Have to say a big thanks to Kyle for letting me have a set of mirrors gratis. Much appreciated!! I have said it before and I will say it again i am …login to view the rest of this post
by Sofija
Tue Aug 02, 2016 7:36 am
Forum: R1 98-99 4XV
Topic: 98 slow speed steering.
Replies: 27
Views: 2887

Re: 98 slow speed steering.

When did you last have the forks serviced? Poorly operating forks can caused unstable steering.
by Sofija
Tue Aug 02, 2016 7:33 am
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: eBay fairing need advice
Replies: 11
Views: 1932

Re: eBay fairing need advice

Will do buddy. I needed a bracket also, found one on ebay for 12 quid. My head lights are rough too but will clean them up and hope it doesnt look t…login to view the rest of this post
by Sofija
Thu Jul 28, 2016 8:29 pm
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: eBay fairing need advice
Replies: 11
Views: 1932

Re: eBay fairing need advice

I have done the same as you mate. Every panel smashed and nothing salvageable. Saw a set of Blue 5JJ kit that would be perfect for my bike, but though…login to view the rest of this post
by Sofija
Thu Jul 28, 2016 8:23 pm
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: eBay fairing need advice
Replies: 11
Views: 1932

Re: eBay fairing need advice

I have done the same as you mate. Every panel smashed and nothing salvageable. Saw a set of Blue 5JJ kit that would be perfect for my bike, but though…login to view the rest of this post
by Sofija
Sun Jul 17, 2016 10:18 am
Forum: R1 98-99 4XV
Topic: Maxton rear shock
Replies: 8
Views: 1149

Re: Maxton rear shock

I was going to buy one of these last year.. I spoke to MCT and they advised against it and said a revalve/new spring and service to your rear shock wi…login to view the rest of this post
by Sofija
Thu Jul 14, 2016 12:24 pm
Forum: Projects
Topic: R1 Rebuild 5JJ
Replies: 57
Views: 4167

Re: R1 Rebuild 5JJ

mega job! A credit to you. Would you care to expand on the details about that sublime end can? Looks like a Dan Moto but one million times better. C…login to view the rest of this post
by Sofija
Thu Jul 14, 2016 11:27 am
Forum: General Bike Chat
Topic: Caleb smith
Replies: 22
Views: 1244

Re: Caleb smith

Amazing! Well done Caleb. Speedy recovery buddy