Manawatu Rant n Rave

**86GSXR** · 25th July 2008, 22:38

Should be able to cancel most of em, no point in pushing it. As they say, if you kill yourself because of weather, your funeral will be held on a sunny day!

**yod** · 25th July 2008, 23:04

bugger, been hoping for a bit of a pootle this weekend....im still not convinced it'll get here all that early but will have to wait and see

**NZsarge** · 26th July 2008, 06:29

Originally Posted by cowboyz

can guarentee its been looked after a shit load better than my bike. (except maybe the brakes need looking at when it gets around masterton way)

Ohh man!!

Believe me the brakes work fine, the rider not so much...

Originally Posted by Meanie

One careful little ol lady owner i hear

Grrr

Thought the same thing Sarge Weather warnings all over the place

Ahuh..

Originally Posted by cowboyz

hey, he might dress like one but he certainly doesnt ride like one.

(Relax Sarge, I'll stick up for ya)

Geez...thanks...

Originally Posted by yod

bugger, been hoping for a bit of a pootle this weekend....im still not convinced it'll get here all that early but will have to wait and see

Know what ya mean, brilliant day friday (if a little cool) and civil warnings on the weekend....arse!
A morning ride might be a goer but the problem this time of year the weather changes so freakin' quick, one minute ya got some sunnies on the next ya dodging hail!
I think i'll just shoot over to PT's and see what's up, be interest to see what the Ace goes for.
Be kinda sad to see it go, always give it the once over when i'm in the shop...

**86GSXR** · 26th July 2008, 07:11

Originally Posted by yod

bugger, been hoping for a bit of a pootle this weekend....im still not convinced it'll get here all that early but will have to wait and see

According to the forecast, you're right. Deteriorating this arvo!

Have fun at Phils all.

**Owl** · 26th July 2008, 08:42

Originally Posted by 86GSXR

Got my bike back! Huge difference in the midrange, what a goer!!! As usual, Kerry and Morgan have done a fantastic job, bike looks and goes better than new. Can't rave enough

I'm really happy with the map Kerry did for my bike as well! Would I be correct in thinking you now have the TuneBoy key for your bike? If so, I have the USB cable you can borrow if you have something you want to check out or alter.
It'd be good to hear some feedback on your new Scott oiler when you clock up a few k's. It's something I may consider when mine goes for its 20,000k service to Kerry.

**86GSXR** · 26th July 2008, 09:05

Originally Posted by Ferris

I'm really happy with the map Kerry did for my bike as well! Would I be correct in thinking you now have the TuneBoy key for your bike? If so, I have the USB cable you can borrow if you have something you want to check out or alter.
It'd be good to hear some feedback on your new Scott oiler when you clock up a few k's. It's something I may consider when mine goes for its 20,000k service to Kerry.

Gidday. Yes, I have the key and thanks for that, that could be interesting. The new tune has made a very noticeable difference, with a big increase in power starting at about 4500 rpm. It's a really smooth delivery too and continues right up the range. It sounds better as well, which is impressive given that the standard pipe is all about reducing noise due to emission and noise controls. Kerry could get a lot more out of it, but I'd need to invest in a perf pipe.

The Scottoiler. So far, it's doing a very good job, the chain just looks and feels in really good condition. I'd go for one, it will pay for itself quite quickly and figures of up to 2 - 4 times normal chain life are achievable. It's quite a sexy looking wee thing as well

Kerry's given me the usual CD record of the work, I'll post it up when I figure out an online gallery!

**NZsarge** · 26th July 2008, 09:20

Originally Posted by 86GSXR

The Scottoiler. So far, it's doing a very good job, the chain just looks and feels in really good condition. I'd go for one, it will pay for itself quite quickly and figures of up to 2 - 4 times normal chain life are achievable. It's quite a sexy looking wee thing as well

!

How much for the scotty 86?

**86GSXR** · 26th July 2008, 09:27

Originally Posted by NZsarge

How much for the scotty 86?

Roughly $300 fitted Sarge. You could do it yourself, but you do need to connect a vacumn source from your fuel system which may be fiddly.

**cowboyz** · 26th July 2008, 09:32

going to have to have a closer inspection of yours. Meanie was talking about them the other day and I am so so about it to be honest. Be interesting to see how much of a extended life the chain gets and how well they work. I just got 18,000 out of my last one with very little maintance (read: I am a lazy arse who never oils his chain)

**Owl** · 26th July 2008, 09:37

Originally Posted by 86GSXR

Roughly $300 fitted Sarge. You could do it yourself, but you do need to connect a vacumn source from your fuel system which may be fiddly.

I'd probably go for the dual feed if I get one. The only thing that puts me off the oiler is the placement of the RMV. I don't really want a cylinder strapped to the side of my bike with electrical ties. Looks untidy!

**NZsarge** · 26th July 2008, 09:42

Originally Posted by 86GSXR

Roughly $300 fitted Sarge. You could do it yourself, but you do need to connect a vacumn source from your fuel system which may be fiddly.

Originally Posted by cowboyz

going to have to have a closer inspection of yours. Meanie was talking about them the other day and I am so so about it to be honest. Be interesting to see how much of a extended life the chain gets and how well they work. I just got 18,000 out of my last one with very little maintance (read: I am a lazy arse who never oils his chain)

Yeah i've always been a bit to and fro over them too, chain wax ai'nt that hard to put on every few hundred k's but I must admit it would be nice to not have to worry about it at all.
The chain and sprocket on the Ace are still in mint condition and they have done approx 20,000k so far and I have no reason to think the new owner won't get a fair amount of use out of them too.
I was told using a quality chain well maintained 30,000k should be easy enough and that I would say is bearing out on my old bike.
Paid a fair amount for the chain on that bike but it looks too be worth it too.

**86GSXR** · 26th July 2008, 09:57

Originally Posted by cowboyz

going to have to have a closer inspection of yours. Meanie was talking about them the other day and I am so so about it to be honest. Be interesting to see how much of a extended life the chain gets and how well they work. I just got 18,000 out of my last one with very little maintance (read: I am a lazy arse who never oils his chain)

Feel free to inspect anytime. I was a bit iffy myself but curiosity got the better of me. I got 27K out of my last chain and sproket set and considered that quite good. So it the SO can give me 50K plus, it's gotta be a win win. (And besides, with the new tune, my chain will need all the help it can get

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Originally Posted by Ferris

I'd probably go for the dual feed if I get one. The only thing that puts me off the oiler is the placement of the RMV. I don't really want a cylinder strapped to the side of my bike with electrical ties. Looks untidy!

I know what you mean. I had the same concern but it actually looks quite cool now. Most of the plumbing can be concealed.

Originally Posted by NZsarge

Yeah i've always been a bit to and fro over them too, chain wax ai'nt that hard to put on every few hundred k's but I must admit it would be nice to not have to worry about it at all.
The chain and sprocket on the Ace are still in mint condition and they have done approx 20,000k so far and I have no reason to think the new owner won't get a fair amount of use out of them too.
I was told using a quality chain well maintained 30,000k should be easy enough and that I would say is bearing out on my old bike.
Paid a fair amount for the chain on that bike but it looks too be worth it too.

Yep, quality is the key alright Sarge. I too paid a fair bit for my last chain and sprockets which is why I want to experiment with the SO. I think I'm going to be nicely pleased with the results if the condition of the chain so far is anything to go by

**ynot slow** · 26th July 2008, 12:49

Originally Posted by 86GSXR

Welcome to Tony and Janine, the latest Manawatu KBers

Originally Posted by Meanie

Welcome to windy, wet Palmy north Tony and Janine

Thanks people,all shifted in(tui anyone),still got part of both garages to empty,but have most crap done,well fridge with beer in it.FYI new world has Tui for $10.89 doz max 4 doz per person woohoo.

Was a good day to shift,no rain which considering the previous 2 weeks was great.Got here and sunny,went home to drop trucks off and overcast,slight scuffs of rain.Now only need to get a few items from old home shed(including the bike)so will do that later today or Sunday.

And have an unopened bottle of bourbon as well.

**Bren** · 26th July 2008, 12:55

Originally Posted by ynot slow

Thanks people,all shifted in(tui anyone),still got part of both garages to empty,but have most crap done,well fridge with beer in it.FYI new world has Tui for $10.89 doz max 4 doz per person woohoo.

Was a good day to shift,no rain which considering the previous 2 weeks was great.Got here and sunny,went home to drop trucks off and overcast,slight scuffs of rain.Now only need to get a few items from old home shed(including the bike)so will do that later today or Sunday.

And have an unopened bottle of bourbon as well.

bugger the tui mate....get a real beer like speights (ugh)