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by MIKE G
Mon Sep 29, 2014 8:01 am
Forum: R1 Specific
Topic: pipe under coils
Replies: 4
Views: 1671

Re: pipe under coils

no the 2 "knuckles" should not be connected they are breathers.
connecting pipe looks like the one that goes between airbox and crankcase!
by MIKE G
Wed Sep 24, 2014 9:13 am
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: Oil light
Replies: 8
Views: 1677

Re: Oil light

had that with mine too sometimes comes on in the first mile or so while it warms up
by MIKE G
Tue Sep 23, 2014 1:38 pm
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: Oil light
Replies: 8
Views: 1677

Re: Oil light

i've done a couple of hundred miles with the light on there is still plenty in there - just top it up at the next petrol station or when you get home!…login to view the rest of this post
by MIKE G
Tue Sep 23, 2014 8:16 am
Forum: R1 98-99 4XV
Topic: Correct setting for ohlins dampener on my 4xv
Replies: 11
Views: 1184

Re: Correct setting for ohlins dampener on my 4xv

i used to run 6 clicks from soft and was fine.
yes that bracket is "floppy"
by MIKE G
Mon Sep 08, 2014 3:27 pm
Forum: General Bike Chat
Topic: old skool k&n's
Replies: 5
Views: 820

Re: old skool k&n's

you won't see them under the tank!
by MIKE G
Fri Aug 29, 2014 2:37 pm
Forum: R1 00-01 5JJ
Topic: Pipes off little air box
Replies: 2
Views: 1226

Re: Pipes off little air box

t piece breathers off top of carbs?
by MIKE G
Thu Aug 28, 2014 9:48 am
Forum: R1 98-99 4XV
Topic: Clutch?
Replies: 23
Views: 1454

Re: Clutch?

early 4xvs had a clutch basket recall - might be worth checking - should have centre punch marks next to the frame number for the various recalls
by MIKE G
Wed Aug 27, 2014 11:05 am
Forum: R1 98-99 4XV
Topic: Steering damper for 4xv
Replies: 29
Views: 2108

Re: Steering damper for 4xv

my experience was damper absolute must, front forks resprung / valved - very good.
standard rear shock good - but at 45000 miles could do with replacin…login to view the rest of this post
by MIKE G
Wed Aug 13, 2014 3:11 pm
Forum: R1 98-99 4XV
Topic: Problems with my R1 :(
Replies: 20
Views: 1573

Re: Problems with my R1 :(

initial caliper clean can be done still attached to hoses just take pads out and unbolt from fork legs, I normallmy do it with a bucket of soapy water…login to view the rest of this post
by MIKE G
Wed Aug 13, 2014 2:00 pm
Forum: R1 98-99 4XV
Topic: Problems with my R1 :(
Replies: 20
Views: 1573

Re: Problems with my R1 :(

pads are easy to change and not expensive (sbs are my fave) while your at it give the calipers a good clean with soapy water and a can of brake cleane…login to view the rest of this post
by MIKE G
Tue Aug 12, 2014 8:33 am
Forum: General Bike Chat
Topic: S1000RR Thoughts
Replies: 52
Views: 2238

Re: S1000RR Thoughts

I've had one for about 6 weeks now and am very pleased; it's a 10 plate with 10000 miles on it, full akra system PCV autotune hp rearsets, short lever…login to view the rest of this post
by MIKE G
Thu Jul 24, 2014 11:36 am
Forum: R1 98-99 4XV
Topic: Brake pads
Replies: 14
Views: 1770

Re: Brake pads

oem are good sbs street excel brilliant and cheap, but wear out a bit quicker. (don't like ebc cos all the ones i've had squeal)
by MIKE G
Mon Jul 14, 2014 12:48 pm
Forum: Trackdays
Topic: Brands Hatch Track evening session
Replies: 12
Views: 900

Re: Brands Hatch Track evening session

I've booked this one for my BM after last weeks wet day on theGP
by MIKE G
Mon Jul 14, 2014 12:45 pm
Forum: R1 09-14 14B 14BE
Topic: Deflating Tyre
Replies: 13
Views: 1155

Re: Deflating Tyre

deffo use metal caps with sealing rings or 90 degree stems if you are exceeding limit! high speed will deflate tyre due to centrifugal force on schrad…login to view the rest of this post
by MIKE G
Mon Jun 23, 2014 12:40 pm
Forum: General Bike Chat
Topic: STOLEN BIKES THREAD
Replies: 194
Views: 28193

Re: STOLEN BIKES THREAD

thanks guys.
it's worked as a good excuse not to get rid of the R1 (I am too busy selling the gixxer dear!)
by MIKE G
Fri Jun 20, 2014 12:57 pm
Forum: General Bike Chat
Topic: STOLEN BIKES THREAD
Replies: 194
Views: 28193

Re: STOLEN BIKES THREAD

Here is a new one for you 2 weeks ago my GSXR was in the dealers for the MC reacall when some cheeky bastard nicked the key out the workshop, shortly …login to view the rest of this post
by MIKE G
Fri Jun 06, 2014 8:44 am
Forum: General Bike Chat
Topic: long distance on the r1, some advice please
Replies: 47
Views: 1992

Re: long distance on the r1, some advice please

700 a day is doable, but 4-500 is more comfortable, unless you just bash it out on the motorway. for italy I'd go with the belgium / germany / austria…login to view the rest of this post
by MIKE G
Mon May 12, 2014 11:43 am
Forum: R1 98-99 4XV
Topic: Exhaust wanted, 4xv
Replies: 15
Views: 1317

Re: Exhaust wanted, 4xv

i've got a full micron system with carbon oval can or link pipe and similar can if your interested
by MIKE G
Mon May 12, 2014 11:39 am
Forum: General Bike Chat
Topic: Nurburgring experience?
Replies: 28
Views: 1931

Re: Nurburgring experience?

calais dunkirk free peage to lille valanciens mauberge. then belgium phillipeville - spa and then into germany at malmedy takes about 5 hours and is g…login to view the rest of this post
by MIKE G
Mon May 12, 2014 11:32 am
Forum: England
Topic: South-Easties Group Rideout anyone??
Replies: 13
Views: 2376

Re: South-Easties Group Rideout anyone??

keep us in the loop tim!
by MIKE G
Wed Apr 30, 2014 11:26 am
Forum: Projects
Topic: 4XV Full Restoration
Replies: 420
Views: 32175

Re: 4XV Full Restoration

I might have a few bits for you - got a couple of sets of bodywork in the garage and i'm still stripping the bling off mine- will PM you later
by MIKE G
Wed Apr 23, 2014 11:23 am
Forum: R1 98-99 4XV
Topic: micron full system akrapovic titanium full system
Replies: 7
Views: 1526

Re: micron full system akrapovic titanium full system

I've had micron on mine for 14 years, and it's been fine - link pipe can and dynojet k&N was 140 on HMs' dyno and ran really well. stuck the serpant h…login to view the rest of this post
by MIKE G
Tue Apr 15, 2014 8:32 am
Forum: General Bike Chat
Topic: Nurburgring experience?
Replies: 28
Views: 1931

Re: Nurburgring experience?

blau eche in adenau is good to stay (ask for michaela).
take it easy for a few laps then all good
by MIKE G
Fri Apr 04, 2014 8:12 am
Forum: R1 98-99 4XV
Topic: 4xv carb problems
Replies: 7
Views: 1449

Re: 4xv carb problems

are you running standard exhaust?
maybe check exup is opening?
or if you've got a slip on is it a good one?