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Thanks for the update James. It's good to hear you're happy with them wet/dry. There are differing opinions on these RS3's. I was kinda getting second thoughts about buying them. But I think I've seen more favorable opinion's than negative. So it goes with any tire, some like, some don't. I'll...

Unfortunately there are so many variables when trying to find noise-free bliss. What works for one, doesn't for another. The only thing you can do is what you are doing. Read and research as much as you can and try whatever you think will work. I hope the Laminar Lip works out for you! Are you...

BigOgre, the front RS3 wasn't too bad. I was able to use the zip-tie method. And with it sitting out in the sun for a couple hours and lots of lube, it went on with minimal wrestling. The rear RS3 is a different story. That sucker took maximum wrestling. I can't compare it to anything else...

This article is for Honda's, but it has some interesting info/perspective. The Super Tenere uses tapered bearings 37 ft lbs. initial torque/13 ft lbs. final torque same as FJR with roller bearings. The torque values for these tapered head bearings is starting to be like debating tire...

Maybe they did the TBS while it was still in cold fast idle stage, and maybe why it won't idle now. Some "Flat Rate Joe" couldn't wait for it to warm up. Just a thought.

I would make sure they put new v/c gasket on it, even if they put a new one before. Wouldn't want that kinked/leaking gasket back on. That really sucks having to deal with that b/s. Hope you get it straighten out. On the brighter side at least you didn't just take off on long road trip and...

ReRose, I used this tool along with 3# sledge supported on the anvil part of my 6" bench vice and it worked great, 3-5 good whacks and it was fully seated. Don't forget to put the seal on first. If you want to make your own out some metal plumbing pipe, the dims are 14" length X 1.25" ID. Get a...

Are you sure you don't mean nm instead of ft lbs. Even then it is a lot of torque. I know there is a wide range that people say they torque these tapered bearings to. Now I am going off of when I just did mine. From all the info I gathered tapered steering bearings should be torqued so that...

I"m pretty sure the stock Yamaha shield is the shortest one. The Cal-Sci shorty is an inch taller than the stock. If you still have the stock one, cut that down in small increments until you find what you like. I have read that people who have done that did not care for it much, YMMV. For some...

If you have the OM, there is a "Ignition circuit cut-off system" diagnostic chart so you can periodically check it's functioning. Gen 3 has the clutch and brake switches tied to the CC as well. Is there any codes popping up to point you in the right direction? I had the same thing happen on my...

"I'm leaning to shift the priorities, ask to make the leak down and compression tests, see if the engine is still worth the effort and only next do the valves. Being an 06AE with almost 80k miles bike has more of symbolic market value and if the engine starts to fail I may need to explore...

Sorry I was typing when philter and hppants were replying. Apparently the M/P gauge itself has calibration procedures involving the 5 way tee, as hppants is describing. A snapping sound as philter said is a good description of spark arcing, and would constitute further investigation of the S/P...

The Motion Pro should work great. Connect all 4 hoses to the TBS stubs at the same time. Depending on were you hang the sync tool, orient the hoses 1-4 so can easily identify what cylinder the gauge is reading while your adjusting things, so you don't get confused. Gen 1 & 2 use cylinder #3 as...

Giorgio, What type of Sync tool are you using? You said you pulled all 4 TBS plugs but only connected sync tool to cylinder 1. If that is correct that would leave cylinders 2,3,4 with a slight vacuum leak, which could cause erratic idling. Did you run it with the sync tool disconnected and the...

Looks like it was perfect conditions for them Angels. Those formations look closer than usual. You could make a calendar out of those excellent pictures. Great Photos, Thanks for posting them!

Sorry Ray, I didn't mean you. I know you can handle a torch. I was speaking to those who might be reading this and contemplating if they could tackle this job or not. Karl

I resonantly did the seal, bushings, gold valve, spring, thing. Ordered all the parts, (including the lock clip and plastic rock guard, not needed), but failed to get the flat washers, (brain fart). First timer, so didn't know what to expect. Didn't want to wait a week for those, not knowing if...

Interesting thread, especially towards the end when the OP tells his findings as to what he found out in his investigation. When he talks about "the worker tightens the bolt into the engine thru the frame, and the frame shifts to one side." Yikes! It's like framing an off square house. The...

What's taking them so long! Just do it Yamaha!

FJR1400, Maybe, https://moto-station.com/moto-revue/nouveautes-moto/bientot-une-yamaha-fjr-1400/214792 It's French so translation hard to decipher.