Divot
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« on: February 05, 2010, 06:20:27 AM » |
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I have a 2000 Std. with 33,000 miles that I have had for about a year. I secured the service records from the local Honda dealer, and while the bike appears to have been meticuously maintained, that dealer had no record of anything being done since about 13,000 miles when tires were installed and a complete service completed. That's not to say maintanence wasn't done elsewhere since it has fairly new tires.
I've replaced most of the fluids and thought I would move on and remove the fuel tank and replace the air filter. I'd appreciate some opinions on what other preventive maintanance or upgrade items it would be advisable and cost effective to do while I have the fuel tank off to avoid the hassle of removing the tank in the future? The bike runs fine as is.
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Colin
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« Reply #1 on: February 05, 2010, 06:26:03 AM » |
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Do a de-smog or at least check and replace where necessary the vacuum tubes.
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Daniel Meyer
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« Reply #2 on: February 05, 2010, 06:47:06 AM » |
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Check the petcock function.
With tank off, no vacuum, fuel should not flow in any position (on, off, reserve). Not even a drip.
While "off", apply vacuum. Let sit a minute or so. NO vacuum should leak down.
Remove vacuum.
Turn "on". Apply vacuum to port. Fuel should immediatly and heavily flow. Remove vacuum. Fuel should stop in a few seconds.
(same for reserve)
Apply vacuum, no fuel should flow in "off", not even a drip.
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Joe Hummer
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« Reply #3 on: February 05, 2010, 07:44:22 AM » |
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Check the petcock function.
With tank off, no vacuum, fuel should not flow in any position (on, off, reserve). Not even a drip.
While "off", apply vacuum. Let sit a minute or so. NO vacuum should leak down.
Remove vacuum.
Turn "on". Apply vacuum to port. Fuel should immediatly and heavily flow. Remove vacuum. Fuel should stop in a few seconds.
(same for reserve)
Apply vacuum, no fuel should flow in "off", not even a drip.
The applied vacuum should only be about 7-10" w.c (I don't think it is psi). much more than that will rupture the diaphragm. Joe |
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You pay for the whole bike, why not use it Jerry Motorman Palladino
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Patrick
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« Reply #4 on: February 05, 2010, 08:51:50 AM » |
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Also, when replacing the fuel tank, mind the vent line.. Its really easy to kink this line when installing the tank..
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9Ball
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« Reply #5 on: February 05, 2010, 09:23:10 AM » |
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might want to replace the tank screen and o-ring while the tank is off. Honda OEM sells the screen kit and it contains the parts you need.
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Ricky-D
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« Reply #6 on: February 05, 2010, 11:02:47 AM » |
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I'd suggest you put the tank back on!
The air filter doesn't need any attention yet. It's a big un!
Why mess with a good running bike. Makes no sense to me.
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Gryphon Rider
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« Reply #7 on: February 05, 2010, 02:08:46 PM » |
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Install a cruise control system, run wires for all your accessories, and install a supercharger. There, that should spare you some hassle in the future!  |
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JimC
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« Reply #8 on: February 05, 2010, 06:03:17 PM » |
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You might want to consider putting a quick disconnect in the fuel line, it will make it much easier to get on and off in the future.
Jim
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Jim Callaghan SE Wisconsin
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« Reply #9 on: February 07, 2010, 07:36:43 PM » |
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The bike runs fine as is.....  resist any urge to monkey with it  |
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