Cruiser/Chopper Related Matters

[Penunggu]

oh, I take it you're riding a Steed? Heard of this problem before. Apparently it's quite common amongst Steeds. But all you have to do is twist the cap tighter, just get a rubber thingy to put around.

 

How much for 1) and 2) not sure. I think wash carb is around $60? I haven't had a chance to wash carbs yet. (cos everytime change bike. hahah)

 

my mechaninc said ard 100+ including wash the engine etc. im trying to get the plastics sticker where u use on car to paste the season parking on the windscreen and paste on my fuel cap temporarily while i order a new fuel cap. yup im riding steed. wah u so rich ah everytime change bike lol

[Demon]

sad today my bike got problem i felt like got no power and like no petrol going into the engine went to workshop found that there was water in the system. it seems my fuel cap is not very good anymore and when it rains water seeps in. the mechanic managed to removed some of the water out but he says need to clean the carburettor and the engine as well.

 

Question.

 

1) how much does a new fuel cap cost

2) how much does it cost to wash the carburettor and the whole engine system to get rid of the water inside >?

 

 

Intruders also have problem with the fuel cap as they rattle due to poor seals. I solved the problem, once and for all, by lining the underside of the cap with a thick rubber sheet. Now a little down force on the cap is necessary to lock and unlock the cap. Perhaps you can try this method.

 

Just drained off half the petrol, and top up again. If it starts and runs, just give it a good ride to clear the system. I don't think it's necessary to do carb wash, and I haven't even heard of "wash the whole engine system"

 

[plasticblackspecs]

No just itchy backside. lol. Anway I haven't got my class 2 for long.

[Penunggu]

Intruders also have problem with the fuel cap as they rattle due to poor seals. I solved the problem, once and for all, by lining the underside of the cap with a thick rubber sheet. Now a little down force on the cap is necessary to lock and unlock the cap. Perhaps you can try this method.

 

Just drained off half the petrol, and top up again. If it starts and runs, just give it a good ride to clear the system. I don't think it's necessary to do carb wash, and I haven't even heard of "wash the whole engine system"

 

 

ok thanks for the suggestions

[Penunggu]

question how u do the rubber sheet below ur fuel cap ? may i see a pic of it ?

 

how to drain off the fuel ?

[Demon]

question how u do the rubber sheet below ur fuel cap ? may i see a pic of it ?

 

I'll take a pic of my Intruder's fuel cap and post it later.

 

how to drain off the fuel ?

 

Just pull out the flexible hose at the petcock below the tank.

 

[Penunggu]

I'll take a pic of my Intruder's fuel cap and post it later.

 

 

 

Just pull out the flexible hose at the petcock below the tank.

 

 

that i know but i cant just simply dispose of the fuel like that right ? i need to have containers then dispose off the petrol somewhere hehehe

[plasticblackspecs]

you can always give me ur petrol...heee

[Demon]

that i know but i cant just simply dispose of the fuel like that right ? i need to have containers then dispose off the petrol somewhere hehehe

 

Bro, please use your initiative ? Matters of such simplicity shouldn't require spoon feeding right ?

 

There is a difference between a biker, and a bike owner, and obviously you belong to the later group. :faint:

 

[plasticblackspecs]

Any petrol station can buy container. Just ask over the counter. Or you can always open the cap and let the petrol evaporate. Or throw match in. It'll burn faster. hahaha..

 

Why not just keep riding and keep topping up? Same thing wat

[Demon]

Why not just keep riding and keep topping up? Same thing wat

 

It's not the same.

 

Water has a heavier density than petrol, so water will always remain at the bottom of the tank where your petcock is.

 

[plasticblackspecs]

I see. Like that just go to a shop ask them help you drain. Simple task for them. They'll just pull out 2 screws, remove the tank and drain. Coffee money for them. Since you're there might as well do a routine servicing. I'm due for mine soon. The full works. Both filters, all oils, fuilds and coolants and plugs. Ouch.

[The_One]

It is very simple to get rid of those little water in the tank actually. All bottom most carb have a screwhead as shown at the pix below. Try to ride to upmost level of MSCP. There untighten the screw and let the fuel/water mixture flow freely for say 10 seconds. H2O is heavier than fuel, and that area is the bottom-most place before the fuel enter the combustion chamber. The chances of H2O trapped there is high.

 

If the fuel flows on the carpark floor, let it be. It will drys in no time. If you have more than 1 carb, each carb need to be done the same.

 

Best thing to do to kill the boredom while doing the job is to light a stick of cigarette :faint:

http://www.motorcycle.in.th/images/articles/Carburetor-Tuning-Tune-Main-Jet-Circuit_1.jpg

[Penunggu]

Bro, please use your initiative ? Matters of such simplicity shouldn't require spoon feeding right ?

 

There is a difference between a biker, and a bike owner, and obviously you belong to the later group. :faint:

 

 

wow ur so smart u must be a mechanic. if u have no intentions to help out then dun bother to post sarcastic remarks. if i really know how to do it myself i wouldnt even post here n ask at all as it seems my license is not even 2 yrs old

[Demon]

wow ur so smart u must be a mechanic. if u have no intentions to help out then dun bother to post sarcastic remarks. if i really know how to do it myself i wouldnt even post here n ask at all as it seems my license is not even 2 yrs old

 

I am neither smart nor a mechanic.

 

If I have no intention of helping, I wouldn't have suggested a solution. What you have asked is really beyond me. See you question below.

 

that i know but i cant just simply dispose of the fuel like that right ? i need to have containers then dispose off the petrol somewhere hehehe

[plasticblackspecs]

Chill la babes. Each his own. Just get your bike up and worry free and let's riiideeee...

[Blackenese]

wow ur so smart u must be a mechanic. if u have no intentions to help out then dun bother to post sarcastic remarks. if i really know how to do it myself i wouldnt even post here n ask at all as it seems my license is not even 2 yrs old

 

Bro...Chill man...

 

Take sarcasm with a pinch of salt.....

 

From the way you react to some of the post i've seen around, you are like kinda a serious person....

 

You need to loosen up....

 

Take a chill pill....

[vespaforlife1987]

sellin 45L givi box on behalf of friend. condition 8/10 selling for 80 price is neg. interested call kenny at 92206345

[ChaoPuzzy1968]

actually i agree with demon after a certain numbers of years and owner of two bikes, i felt the need of being a bikers ....anyone had a recommendation for bikers hands on training ?

[plasticblackspecs]

Ooo you got a new V strom?

[ChaoPuzzy1968]

yep k8 model from looi ... can feel the power ...and really a handful.. like riding a tiger

 

21000 otr

[isaac chan]

A bit off topic guys, please get back on track. Thanks

[cutejunk]

Specialise Workshop:

 

Electro Plating/Chroming Specialist. Shop is located directly behind Sanfu.

 

Kaki Bukit Ave 1 Shun Li Industrial Park

 

======> i believe they not doing anymore.

[nights]

Specialise Workshop:

 

Electro Plating/Chroming Specialist. Shop is located directly behind Sanfu.

 

Kaki Bukit Ave 1 Shun Li Industrial Park

 

======> i believe they not doing anymore.

 

Thank you for informing cutejunk. I will go down to the shop next week to verify with them again.

 

Cheers!

[broEd]

Motoworld @ City Boutique had shifted to:-

 

161 Lavender Street, Lavender Place Unit #01-12