TimR

Dont bump in first ...3 or 4 at least 

2nd minimum ...

Chances of bike turning in 1st via a small push is ZERO.

Best thing to do is prepare is to start before starting ..

Disconnect spark leads and remove plugs  and attempt to start ... this gets all the required fluids flowing .

Once you have established oil pressure is sufficent and fuel has filled the system then  check for spark at plugs..if ok  put plugs back in and go for start .

If no spark 

Check idiot lights ie neutral light showing 

 Check kill switch 

 Check fuses 

Check wiring connectors and polarity 

Check clutch switch if fitted 

Still no spark .. check coils and all relevant ignition systems 

Spark but no fuel ..

Check fuel is flowing to carb 

Yes .... carb maybe not correctly built 

No check fuel level, tap,pipework, pump 

Look on the strap at the label .

https://www.fortamoto.com/motorcycle-helmets/ece-approval/

6 minutes ago, Mississippi Bullfrog said:

There is a pair of forks on ebay at the moment.

 

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/164935579654?hash=item2666ed3806:g:TngAAOSw2npg2zpK

Or new stanchions

https://www.brooksuspension.co.uk/honda-cbf500-a6-paolo-tarozzi-fork-stanchion-06/

8 hours ago, Swede said:

Hello, I'm new here. I noticed someone getting a little agitated because in a chat about petrol, and paint /perspex being affected, people had sidetracked slightly and talked about ethanol effects in the engine. Is this usual? If I'm replying to a thread, should I aim to always follow the originator's track? 

Normal .... Yep ..

Follow the original post .... It helps but after generally 2 pages you have no chance .Its like herding puppies .

Numberplate is assigned to the chassis and its unique Vin.

If its not that VIN and VRN combo then its not that 'reg'

And it will not be able to MOT it with incorrect numbers

Report and do not take ownership of bike 

https://www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial/news-and-views/features/bikes/the-history-of-the-black-rats-londons-traffic-police#:~:text=In the early 1970s%2C the,from the CID) for some

23 minutes ago, S-Westerly said:

I'd consider putting white reflective tape on the back, mainly as I can get it for free. After all my kriega pack,  boots, jacket and trousers all have white reflective bits on the rear aspects.

Nothing states clothing etc has to comply as its not part of the vehicle but vehicles have construction and use regs to comply with..

Also .

To most seeing a red reflector it is deemed as the further most rear projection of a vehicle... ie pulling up with no risk of hitting said vehicle .

But having a forward facing red reflector located on panniers there is 3 ft of bike protruding from the reflector .

Stick with

White To Front 

Red to Rear 

And Amber to side 

And you know your actions have not caused any confusion which may result in an incident .

Cb250t

Cb250 

Look on side of engine somewhere it will have some numbers followed by cm3 . This is engine size ie 200cc 250 cc 

If having a P plate on your bike reassures you DO IT and sod the ' oh your asking for trouble' . It is others people's attitude at fault as they see the P and don't change their attitude and behaviour  to accommodate your newly acquired and developing skill set.

 Only you can gauge your anxiety levels and coping strategy .

Viewed from the Shard ....

4 minutes ago, DuRavary said:

I thought the problem was wanting to have both feet on the ground and avoiding having to juggle the throttle and front brake lever. A linked system won’t change that. 

No the problem is that they find their right leg rests on the rear brake and as it is a prosthetic they are not aware of it ...

https://www.kliktronic.co.uk/

https://www.dirtbikexpress.co.uk/bike_parts/motocross_clutches/honda_rekluse_clutches/rekluse_new_dual_actuated_brake_kit_-_honda?gclid=CjwKCAiAvriMBhAuEiwA8Cs5lQfjGBDQ8-DcbgaN_U_e0NA44p0o3XnKbSED-hYIJE6WGrax4dSR0RoC7oEQAvD_BwE

National Association Bikers with Disabilities would be a good place to start 

https://www.nabd.org.uk/

https://www.nabd.org.uk/adaptations/

On 05/11/2021 at 08:52, Gerontious said:

Lay-by cum viewpoint overlooking the Blasket islands. On the Wild Atlantic Way. (Hence the sign)

 

Snap ( of sorts)

9 hours ago, TMC said:

They are all clean and corrosion free. Do you know if there is a way of testing the CDI/ECU ? 

Is a procedure in haynes manual using a multimeter if i remember correctly.

( not being patronising or such but always Remember to check all basics first , its amazing at how many people overlook things 

Ie

kill switch is off

Fuses intact etc 

Sr are renowned for the cdi unit to go ( most restrict power to 45mph ) 

Check the wiring connector for the cdi/ecu as also prone to corrosion.

Best thing to do is find a mot station that does 

Class 1 mot  ( motorcycle) 

Locally  ( google)

They may be able to collect and do the required work 

Failing that and depending on when the MOT runs out and vehicle is taxed  you may be able to use a breakdown company to move the bike under the cover provided .if you dont hold cover join up and take out the policy and then wait  for 24 hours minimum before using to avoid possible surcharged  (relevant cover  depending on how far it has to go ( if more than locally ie more than  10 -15miles   but less than 50 ( check terms and conditions for national recovery time frames for first use after purchasing  )  

 Or they may attend and succesfully plug the tyre as a temporary fix which will then allow you to legally ride it to a MoT station if you are insured and the vehicle is booked 

Mot is £29

Or local man in van etc 

Compare the meerkat had sidecar combo ..

But for motorcycles in an advert ..i do believe there is one in this advert somewhere..

On 18/11/2020 at 16:00, Mickly said:

So, the cylinder liners are supposed to just pull out by hand yeah, right!!

any ideas on how to get them off without damaging them or the pistons?

Bit late but https://www.toolstation.com/nylon-drain-plug/p20648

( find suitable size) coupled with a slide hammer can be a godsend ...

This is my ( well the wifes) triumph meccano set 

Have never seen a big end that hammered and not spun round ! 

Even on competition  engines 

8 minutes ago, Mickly said:

Now I’m a bit concerned 

does this gap between block & head look right?

this is the other side.

Worried now that it’s not seated correctly & I’ll have to take it off again.

Look at previous photos