07-06-2010, 01:49 PM | #21 |
Cassolicious!
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Location: Austin, TX
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With the time/tools/guidance (either from a book or a human), I don't mind it at all... and kinda enjoy it. Without the time, I just take it to a shop, and realize that I am paying for the time/convenience factor.
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07-06-2010, 04:05 PM | #22 |
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Hey are you losing weight? I noticed that you looked pretty good in your avy and again here... BTW they sell chain breakers for $12... I know a lot of people grind them but imho it's easier and safer to use a breaking tool.
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07-06-2010, 04:08 PM | #23 |
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07-06-2010, 04:21 PM | #24 |
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Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: GA
Moto: 2006 GSXR 600
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If I have the spare time, I do my own. I dont mind using the internet, utilizing friends knowledge and getting the wrench time and I really enjoy getting my hands dirty. I've got my own tools, and learned to fabricate at least one (to use on the engine mount bolt).
If I dont have time, I have a Father in Law that can fix anything. And if I have to take it to the shop, I try to do a thorough once over as they always seem to tweak things they shouldnt. Like brakes. And levers. And chains. |
07-06-2010, 05:31 PM | #25 |
AMA Supersport
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07-06-2010, 05:34 PM | #26 | |
RIP REX
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07-06-2010, 05:45 PM | #27 |
Chaotic Neutral
Join Date: Feb 2008
Location: Cherry Hill NJ
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07-06-2010, 06:41 PM | #28 |
Like Gixxxxer But Not
Join Date: Jul 2008
Location: Dirty Jersey
Moto: 2008 ZX6R
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Am I the only one who thought about Maintenance not related to Bikes??
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07-06-2010, 07:39 PM | #29 | |
Hold mah beer!
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Location: 80 Miles South of Moto Heaven
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Yes, because you are a soulless ginger.
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07-06-2010, 08:14 PM | #30 |
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Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Las Vegas, NV
Moto: DR200, SV650
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I haven't had to do too much, so I can do very basic maintenance on my own with a manual and some borrowed muscle if needed and lots and lots of time since it takes me a while to figure it out. Mostly just oil changes, clean/lube chain, basic mods likes lights, fenders etc. I'm sure as I have the SV longer, more will need to be done to it, such as suspension etc, but I am sure I can get friends to help. I just have a basic tool/socket set from walmart but will purchase tools as needed.
When I was going to put on my frame sliders, my friend offered to help. So he came over and he realized that I don't have the tools for it. He gave me the tools that he had and I couldn't loosen the bolts I haven't needed to bring my bike yet into a shop. |
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