Honda Monkey bike with hub center steering
http://monkeyshop.de/umbau.html click on the link "Monkey + Dax Customs" Actually I don't think its hub center, but it is kinda cool. Fred
Fwd: GTS1000 for sale
--part1_70.3c84e5e.27162ef5_boundary Content-Type: text/plain; charset="US-ASCII" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit I don't know if anyone is looking for a GTS, but this was posted to another list. 1994 Yamaha GTS1000 22,000 miles Loaded with all the factory extras. Hard Bags Corbin seat CB radio $6,900 If your interested contact Ken Rogers at 1-858-259-4520. (Greater San Diego area) Fred Grefe --part1_70.3c84e5e.27162ef5_boundary Content-Type: message/rfc822 Content-Disposition: inline Return-Path: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: from rly-zc04.mx.aol.com (rly-zc04.mail.aol.com [172.31.33.4]) by air-zc02.mail.aol.com (v76_r1.8) with ESMTP; Wed, 11 Oct 2000 16:44:25 -0400 Received: from yucca.anv.net (yucca.anv.net [216.241.111.3]) by rly-zc04.mx.aol.com (v75_b3.9) with ESMTP; Wed, 11 Oct 2000 16:43:51 -0400 Received: by yucca.anv.net (8.9.3/8.9.3) id NAA11139 for ldrider-outgoing; Wed, 11 Oct 2000 13:48:41 -0700 (PDT) Received: from imo-d08.mx.aol.com (imo-d08.mx.aol.com [205.188.157.40]) by yucca.anv.net (8.9.3/8.9.3) with ESMTP id NAA11133 for [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Wed, 11 Oct 2000 13:48:39 -0700 (PDT) From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Received: from [EMAIL PROTECTED] by imo-d08.mx.aol.com (mail_out_v28.26.) id g.11.a444743 (4380) for [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Wed, 11 Oct 2000 16:42:10 -0400 (EDT) Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Wed, 11 Oct 2000 16:42:09 EDT Subject: LDRider: GTS1000 for sale To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] MIME-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="US-ASCII" Content-Transfer-Encoding: 7bit X-Mailer: AOL 5.0 for Windows sub 123 Sender: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Precedence: bulk Reply-To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] OK boys and girls. Just got off the phone with a business friend. He has his Yamaha GTS1000 up for sale. I thought I would pass this on to the list just in case there was an interest. 1994 Yamaha GTS1000 22,000 miles Loaded with all the factory extras. Hard Bags Corbin seat CB radio $6,900 If your interested contact Ken Rogers at 1-858-259-4520. (Greater San Diego area) I do not know if this a good price or not but this guy is anal when it comes to upkeep on his toys. I have not seen the bike. The usual disclaimer and non-association with the bike sale applies here. Holley Harrison Sub/Unsub instructions, rules etc. are at http://www.ldriders.org/ --part1_70.3c84e5e.27162ef5_boundary--
Re: Oil weight (FLUFF)
In a message dated 9/28/00 3:18:30 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Sorry to hear your bike may up for sale Louis. My wife has a great saying - if you own something outright and it's not costing anything to keep it, why sell it. I guess that explains why she's still married to you. ; ) Fred
Re: Radar Dectector/Jammer
In a message dated 9/6/00 2:18:34 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: An acquaintance just told me about this unit. Thought the group might be interested. Anyone use this product or know if it's effective? http://www.auto-radar-detectors.com/index.html One of the car magazines tested these a few years ago. The detector worked, but the jammer did nothing. Read their return policy. It says that returns are allowed within 30 days of purchase. I bet if you order one it will arrive in about 31 days. Fred
GTS1000 and shaft drive
In a message dated 9/6/00 5:49:55 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Has any one actually attempted to put shaft drive on a GTS? I think it would be much easier to switch to a belt drive. I've been thinking about this for a while, but haven't gotten around to seriously investigating it. If someone wants to do it and send me the details I'll be your best friend. Fred
nonGTS - new Goldwing pictures
When I get pictures of a new GTS I'll post 'em. Until then I'll send any good ones that might be of general interest (or until Mike tells me not to). This was posted to the LDRider list. http://216.221.207.86/wade/Wade_Bond_Page_1.htm http://216.221.207.86/wade/Wade_Bond_Page_2.htm Fred
Re: GTS low CF exhaust for sale!! - FLUFF
In a message dated 9/5/00 8:42:32 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: If you are interested in this system, respond in a PRIVATE email to me with a number between 1 and 10. The interested party with the number closest to the one in my head, will get the system. Hey, weren't you the goofy guy on 'Survivor" who was talking into the coconut phone. Fred
non GTS - pictures of the FJ1300
http://www.geocities.com/eb5agv/fj1300r.htm Are they real? I don't know. Fred
Re: Okay! Shall we buy some windscreens?!?!?!
Do they make any other sizes? Fred
Re: Wanted: GTS, misc questions about ergos and hard
In a message dated 8/23/00 3:15:39 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I'm looking for something preferably under $6.5k. Is this reasonable? Someone on the VFR list has suggested that he has bought one for around $5k If you keep looking around and are willing to travel, you should be able to find one for under $6500. The guy who got his for $5k was lucky, but if you wait long enough you might find a cheap one. Did anyone on this list lose their front tire often? If you're asking if it will slide, I'd say yes with the original tires, but no with any decent set of sport touring tires. I use Perelli Dragon GTS. No slipping on the front down to -grind the pegs off- lean levels. What's the scoop with the GTS reliability? Mine still works. If you've been reading lately you've seen the guys with electrical problems although this seems to be pretty unusual. I expect the motor to last for 200,000 miles. Are most of the parts still available from Yamaha? Yes. It was on sale as a new model in Europe until last year. A lot of people has suggested for me to stop fooling around and buy an ST- 1100 instead, That's what happens when you hang out with Honda guys. Do Yamaha hardbags leak in heavy rain? Not yet. Did anyone have any problems with Givi racks or with GTS frame after installing a Givi rack? This is no wussy subframe like the Hayabusa. The load rating for rider, passenger, and cargo is 485 lbs (220 kg). I have no info on the Givi rack itself. Also, those of you around 5'9", how do you like the riding position on GTS? I'm 5'10" and think it's fairly comfortable depending on how fast I'm going and which screen is being used. With the low screen on - no problems. With the high screen on especially at lower speeds, 40 mph, I start to feel the weight on my hands after 2-3 hours. Did anyone on this list have accumulated around 100,000 miles or more on GTS? I think the high mileage guy is coming up on 200,000. Fred Grefe
Re: GTS VALUES
In a message dated 8/23/00 6:39:28 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I want $8000.00 he told me that was to much.could somebody school this guy about GTS prices. I wouldn't pay that much either. Fred
Re: GTS handlebars needed
In a message dated 08/07/2000 22:12:53 Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Got a pair in the garage...somewhere...now where did I put those damn things.let me know I've got a set on the way already, but thanks anyway. Fred
GTS brake tests from various magazines
In a message dated 8/7/00 11:05:54 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: one of the road tests pointed out that the high-speed "oh-shits" (100 to 0 as I recall) the GTS stopped quicker than anything they could find, two wheel or four, ever published in any roadtesting magazine. Wish I could remember which test made that claim, but that big ventilated, center-mounted disc up front will really scrub off the speed. And another test did three immediately-successive 140-0 stops and couldn't get ANY measurable fade. I looked through my Ian Smith articles and found this stuff on brakes. The 0-140-0 tests were done be MCNews in March '93. Rider magazine did 60-0 tests where the GTS was consistently stopping in less than 90 feet. They said they had never seen any results like this from any car or motorcycle. Lastly, here's a link to the Internet BMW site where they have a MCNews ABS test. The GTS is not included, but it's interesting to see where and for who ABS was an advantage. http://www.ibmwr.org/prodreview/abstests.html Fred
GTS handlebars needed
Anybody have a set of handlebars laying around? I have the Heli-bars, but the angle they use hurts my wrists after riding for a while. If you want to sell the stockers let me know. Fred Grefe
Wash. DC area GTS meeting, starring Kelly Cash
We'll be meeting at Grevey's restaurant in Falls Church, Va on August 8 at 6:30 pm for dinner, snacks, and/or drinks. The DC-Cycles mailing list is having a get together there from 7-11pm. There will be lots of bikes, $2 beer specials (for the non-riders of course), and SpeedVision motorcycle racing on all of the TVs. A total motorcycle-o-rama. DIRECTIONS - from I495 (the beltway) go west on Rt. 50, take the first exit to the right onto Gallows Rd., look to your right and there it is. For online maps and additional info follow the link. http://www.geocities.com/bikenight/ Fred Grefe
Re: Wash DC: RE: Big bike trip to commence next week
In a message dated 8/2/00 6:22:14 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I am starting to loose track of everybody interested in the DC meet. Can somebody put a list together I nominate you and Louis seconds it. Let us know where we're going to meet. Fred
Re: Big bore kit
In a message dated 8/1/00 3:56:25 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Does anyone have any experience/ opinion with installing a big bore kit on a GTS ? Opinion - Yes, you should do it and when you get done I want to ride it. Fred Grefe
Re: North American GTS Rally in 2001
In a message dated 7/31/00 12:56:41 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What do you easterners think? Keep it within 2000 miles or so from Washington, D.C. and I'll make the ride. Fred Grefe
Re: was ECU Failure - is FLUFF
In a message dated 7/24/00 4:32:07 PM Eastern Daylight Time, Bill G. writes: God, I miss my bike. - Bill G. William H.O. Guilford, Ph.D. Assistant Professor University of Virginia Health System Department of Biomedical Engineering P.O. Box 800759 Charlottesville, VA 22908-0759 [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://yakko.bme.virginia.edu/ http://www.med.virginia.edu/bme Phone: 804-243-2740 Fax: 804-982-3870 Yeah, but with all that free time look at all the stuff you've been able to add to your tag line. Fred Grefe
Re: GTS vs Hayabusa
In a message dated 7/19/00 8:53:08 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: performance figures of tested bikes. Until the Hayabusa came out, the GTS had the quickest top-gear roll-on performance (going from 50 to 80 mph in I rode with a Hayabusa a few weeks ago. We did a roll on in 2nd gear and I felt like I was in reverse he ran away from me so fast. Fred Grefe
Re: GTS vs K1200RS
In a message dated 7/19/00 2:56:22 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I posted a lengthy comparo to the list, if anyone wants to go searching the archives.. Phil, the archives only go back to last October. The old archives are no longer accessible (as far as I know). If you still have that review, how about a repost. Fred Grefe
Re: Yamaha dealer info
In a message dated 7/16/00 11:39:40 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: mph, evidently out of balance. This is where it stands until getting this tire balanced correctly by somebody who knows what they are doing. Take the front wheel to an automotive shop to get it balanced. I go to Costco for mine. It costs about $7. I took it there after having a dealer "balance" my front wheel twice and was only able to reduce the front end wobble from enormous to a moderate shake. It's been rock solid ever since. After getting the wheel done a Costco, the marks from the old weights were still on the rim. It was amazing to se how far off the motorcycle shop had been. Any auto tire shop should be able to do the same job, but you'll have to convince them that they can do a motorcycle wheel. It is kind of scary that a Yamaha service manager has never even heard of the GTS. Fred Grefe Manassas, Va
Re: gas tank range
In a message dated 7/15/00 11:53:21 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: fill the tank completely you can safely get 200 miles out of it cruising Is this for real? I mean, do any more of you guys get that kind of mileage from a stock gas tank? That's about what I get as well. Fred Grefe
Re: First Impressions
In a message dated 7/14/00 9:24:26 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: about it Fred, can you meet George? Probably not on the way up, but let me know when your coming back down. Fred
Re: Windshield question to the List
In a message dated 7/13/00 10:55:01 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I'm looking for input on the quietest windshield set up Here are my opinions of the 3 screens that I have. Keep in mind that I'm 5'10", so your mileage may vary. Stock - Puts the windblast at faceshield level and is extremely loud. MRA - this is the one on Kevin's page. It puts the wind just below my helmet. If I lift my head up an inch it puts me completely out of the turbulence and is very quiet. In my normal riding position it's so-so. Clearview +4 - The quietest of the bunch. Takes my whole upper body out of the airstream except for a little bit on the outside of my arms and shoulders. I use the MRA in the summer and the Clearview when it gets cold. Fred Grefe Manassas, Va
Fwd: Speeding
--part1_e8.57edff5.2672c050_boundary Content-Type: text/plain; charset="ISO-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable In a message dated 6/9/00 10:41:26 AM Eastern Daylight Time, k9kiko@email. msn.com writes: =20 Speeding is not a crime, period! It is a motor vehicle violation and depending on the amount of exceeded Speed Limit, can lead to a large fine= , points and or suspended driving privileges. This may be true in NJ, but it isn't the same everywhere. In Virginia, spee= d=20 alone can be either a traffic infraction or a misdemeanor. You qualify=20 for the misdemeanor by going any of the speeds listed below.=20 7. The "Exceeding the Speed Limit" offense is a reckless driving offense and= =20 is defined to mean driving either (1) 20 MPH over the maximum posted speed=20 limit of 30 MPH, (2) 60 MPH over the maximum posted speed limit of 35 MPH,=20 (3) 20 MPH over the maximum posted speed limit of 40 MPH or (4) 80 MPH=20 regardless of the maximum posted speed limit. =A746.2-862=20 Fred Grefe --part1_e8.57edff5.2672c050_boundary Content-Type: message/rfc822 Content-Disposition: inline Return-path: [EMAIL PROTECTED] From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Full-name: FGrefe Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Fri, 9 Jun 2000 17:45:38 EDT Subject: Re: Speeding To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] MIME-Version: 1.0 Content-Type: text/plain; charset="ISO-8859-1" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable X-Mailer: AOL 5.0 for Windows sub 108 In a message dated 6/9/00 10:41:26 AM Eastern Daylight Time,=20 [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Speeding is not a crime, period! It is a motor vehicle violation and depending on the amount of exceeded Speed Limit, can lead to a large fine= , points and or suspended driving privileges. This may be true in NJ, but it isn't the same everywhere. In Virginia, spee= d=20 alone can be either a traffic infraction or a misdemeanor. You qualify for=20 the misdemeanor by going any of the speeds listed below.=20 7. The "Exceeding the Speed Limit" offense is a reckless driving offense and= =20 is defined to mean driving either (1) 20 MPH over the maximum posted speed=20 limit of 30 MPH, (2) 60 MPH over the maximum posted speed limit of 35 MPH,=20 (3) 20 MPH over the maximum posted speed limit of 40 MPH or (4) 80 MPH=20 regardless of the maximum posted speed limit. =A746.2-862=20 Fred Grefe --part1_e8.57edff5.2672c050_boundary--
Flame Warriors - fluff
Here's a funny site with sketches and descriptions of the types of people who post to lists. Find yourself and your friends, then make sure you tell them which one they are. http://www.winternet.com/~mikelr/flame1.html Fred Grefe
Re: Saddle bags
In a message dated 5/18/00 4:34:34 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: looking for some factory or good aftermarket hardside saddle bags new or used. If anyone has suggestions or knows of some please let me know. pros and cons of Givi and Krauser(factory) Givi - saddle bags and trunk available, easy to get via website or local dealer, various sizes and colors, easy to get parts, look good when mounted, but when the bags are off the bracket is ugly. Krauser - harder to get(directions below), two sizes, the larger bags look like you have kitchen appliances handing off the bike (they're BIG), very clean mounting system when the bags are off, I have these and I like them, although they look kind of big and blocky. Others - Corbin makes some slick ones for other bikes that could probably be adapted, Nonfango(Givi-like, but cheaper), several other Euro companies you'd find on an internet search. GTS accessory page - http://home.earthlink.net/~ejkx2/gts-acc.html Order the Krausers with the directions below (written by George). Fred Grefe OK guys here's the latest on the Krauser bags. Yamaha will not sell directly to me since I am only an end user so, I can no longer pass on to you any quantity savings I may have been able to secure. Yami/Germany is the only company in the world having the right to sell Krauser bags so for those of you who are still interested in the bags you will have to order through a German dealer (do not fret, most of them speak English very wellunlike our dealers). You can call directly 011-49-52411806 and ask to talk to Mr. Bienird, he is the owner of this specific Yami dealership, he came highly recommended by Yami/Germany. Tell him to call and order from Mr. Mueller who is in charge of the accessories department of Yami/Germany. His direct phone line is 011-49-5731843180don't ask how may overseas calls I had to make to get there from here (011 is the overseas exchange from the USA and 49 is Germany's country code).
I'm looking for a Corbin seat with backrest
Anyone know where I could find a used Corbin with backrest. It's going to be custom upholstered, so all I really need is the pan and the backrest. If you have one and don't like it, I have a stock seat and a Corbin solo seat available for swap. I need the backrest because I keep losing girlfriends off the back and I'm tired of looking for new ones. Fred Grefe
Re: adding height to a seat (was:I'm looking for a Corbin)
In a message dated 5/15/00 8:29:28 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: What is a single Corbin seat. It has a seating area for the rider only. www.corbin.com I am trying to add 4 to 5 inches to my seat height. Holy cow! How tall are you? Try www.sasquach.com Any suggestions other than custom? Eat more and get fat. Sit on a phone book. Add an air cushion. I can't think of a way to safely add that much height without having to worry about sliding off. Henry Winokur had a few inches added. I'm sure there are others who'll have something to say. (something useful George) Fred Grefe
Re: GTS with 3 wheels FLUFF
In a message dated 5/11/00 8:01:42 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I have posted some photos to the Yahoo club pages, I hope you'll like it. John Dreuning, riding with 195/45 tires John, you have taken the title of youngest GTS rider away from Louis Tweed. Now I see that you had to add the sidecar because your feet don't touch the ground. I bet all the other kids get jealous when you get to the playground. Are you wearing sandals? What a squid!! I'm going to tell your Mom. Fred Grefe
Re: Little worries
In a message dated 3/24/00 4:09:42 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: worries over sourcing the special front wheel balancing clips that you folks said were very hard to find. I had the front wheel balanced at an automotive tire shop and they did not have any problem attaching a weight. There's no way I'm going to pay for Yamaha certified lead. If you can't find clips that fit, try tape-on weights. Fred Grefe
Re: gts (fwd)
In a message dated 3/23/00 1:56:40 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Could a kind soul drop this fellow some info? Info sent. Fred
Re: Looking for a couple of things...
A source for used M/C clothing. http://www.leatherexchange.com/ Fred
Re: ABS light blinking
In a message dated 2/26/00 5:28:33 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I wanted to note/say (although I'm not 100% sure- just 99%) IF YOUR ABS LIGHT IS BLINKING, IT HAS BEEN DISABLED! That means turn the bike off, switch it back on, then start the engine again, otherwise NO ABS. Greg, everytime my light starts blinking I get paranoid that it isn't working, so I try to lock up the rear and then the front. The ABS has worked every time so far. Fred Grefe
Re: clutch lever
In a message dated 2/21/00 11:52:49 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Perhaps there are after-market levers with an inward "dog-leg" shape that would be able to replace BOTH sides--thus solving both problems??I'm going to check my various sources, but any ideas or suggestions are welcome!! Use an adjustable clutch lever like the one on the ZX10. Or go to the mechanics in your shop and have them bend it. Fred Grefe
Re: ABS is MCNews
In a message dated 2/21/00 12:47:11 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Well, what does it say? Sorry, here's the brief summary. *GTS1000 has ABS problems *40+ of 300 have had failure *this is a much higher rate than what NHTSA will force a recall for *blah, blah more stuff you already know from the list *Yamaha's response when contacted by MCN was that they would handle it on a case by case basis For those of you who don't subscribe to MCN, you're missing out on one heck of a good magazine. Once my Motorcyclist subscription runs out, the only two mags I plan to continue are MCNews and Ride magazine, which is about $4.50 per issue if you get it through the US distributor. Fred Grefe
Re: ABS info repost
Oh yee heathens of little faith! GREAT NEWS! - WE WIN! I just had a call from Jordan Cavanaugh at Yamaha. They have obviously been thinking long and hard about this one and they have decided to replace any defective HU free of charge and will reinmburse anyone who has replaced one at their own expense if they provide receipts!!! No warranty required, no proof of maintenance. What you need to do is take the bike into a Yamaha dealer and have them confirm the HU is at fault. Get them to call Jordan Cavanaugh at (714) 761 7435 M-F 8:30 - 5 or 1 800 962 7926 to confirm they are to replce the HU free of charge. Jordan said anyone should feel free to call him and I'd think it might be a good idea if he got a few thankyou calls. Consequently DO NOT SENT ANY BAD PUBLICITY LETTERS TO ANYONE. Yamaha DO care greatly about their customers afterall. I realize that this is not necessarily a permanent long term fix, but I think it is a grand gesture on Yamaha's part and we probably need to futher discuss maintenance issues with them to ensure longevity of the new HU. I'll be out of the office from end of today and back on Tuesday so I'll be out of touch by email for a while. Merry Christmas everyone. Yamaha is the best! Cheers Joe.
Re: NHSTA investigating Pearsall's flying minivan
In a message dated 2/17/00 8:23:03 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: PS (I've been seeing how far a 2000 windstar will fly if you accidently drive off the end of a dead end street in TX at 2:30 in the morninganswer about 45 feet! Was it as much fun as it looked in the movie "Vacation" when Chevy Chase launched the family truckster? and air bags smell like shit burnt twice! Anyone who knows what "shit burnt twice" smells like can't be too smart because they didn't leave after the smell of shit burnt once!! Fred Grefe
Re: 1st time GTS questions
In a message dated 2/14/00 10:05:17 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: So, I have a MAJOR issue/question with this 1993 GTS (18K miles) that I may purchase. How serious is this ABS pump failure?? Only serious if you wreck. Is it common? and if Yamaha repairs/replaces it under warranty/safety recall, how do I know that it won't fail again 30k miles down the road? Yearly brake fluid changes should probably prevent it. I test mine almost every time I go out. Should it eventually fail and Yamaha won't fix it, then I'll take it apart and clean it myself. When I finally get to ride the bike (as soon as the rain stops here in LA), I'll lock-up the rear brake and see what kind of "pulsing" I get in my foot. Look at the info below on how to test the ABS indoors. Other than that, I suppose I'm just "winging-it"... Being a BMW aficionado, I've ridden plenty of ABS bikes, but never owned one. I like ABS. I haven't used it on the street other than testing it, but should I overbrake someday it's a nice safety net to have. -Fred Grefe Manassas, Va The following is a saved from a Kevin Hawkins post: The best way to test the ABS HU is to run the HU diagnostics. 1. Remove the seat and find the diagnostic plug hidden above where the tool pouch is secured in the tail of the bike. There are two diagnostic plugs, get the one just above the tool pouch. 2. There is a locking tab securing the protective insert. Lift the locking tab up with your finger and gently pull the dummy plug out with a pair of pliers. 3. You want to short out the two conductors adjacent(closest) to the locking tab. 4. Pull in the front brake lever firmly and push down on the rear brake. 5. While holding both brakes, turn the ignition key to the ON position. 6. You will first feel the front brake lever push(kind of a ratchet sound) out against your grip, then fall back to where it was. Next the rear brake pedal will ratchet up against your foot then fall back to where it was. The important part is the initial ratcheting push out against your foot or hand pressure. Even if you hold the levers firmly, the HU pump should be able to push out against you! Don't grip the lever with all your might or stand with your full body weight on the rear lever, but DO apply firm braking pressure.
Re: 1st time GTS questions and unattrative behinds
In a message dated 2/8/00 7:05:51 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: behind you (unless, of course, he's a smokie and then you want to look as absolutely unattractive as possible). I've noticed that if I'm wearing my leather jacket with jeans, and the GTS has the short MRA windscreen on and no Krausers, that I will occasionally get a hard look or a brief tail from a cop. With the Krauser's, tankbag, tall Clearview screen, and Cordura riding suit, I get about the same amount of attention as two 60 year olds on a Goldwing. This was going to be all fluff, but I changed my mind. Too many "behind" jokes to be able to focus on just one funny one. Fred Grefe
pics of Krausers on other bikes
See the big monster saddlebags on the VFR800, Hayabusa, XJR1200, etc. If anyone understands the language, let me know what it says. http://www.robsacc.nl/krauser.htm Fred Grefe
Re: GTS Braking Stats
In a message dated 1/24/00 6:11:05 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: If the GTS can stop from 60 in 98' as claimed by a couple of magazine tests why isn't it in the list? The test I read put it consistently at 89 and 88 feet. (Rider?) Fred Grefe
Re: Cagiva Navigator
In a message dated 1/20/00 8:39:51 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: By the way, what are the groups thoughts on the Cagiva Navigator (Gran Canyon with TL motor)? I like it. Do they have any plans to sell in the US? Fred Grefe
Re: Helmet search
In a message dated 1/2/00 11:19:41 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The helmet you describe sounds exactly like the Schuberth Concept Helmet. I just got 2 of these for myself my wife. I ordered them in the UK at Chilli. http://ds.dial.pipex.com/chilli/shows.htm Same helmet available from Louis (a moto store) in Hamburg Germany for about $80 less than Chilli. They'll ship here and if your German is rusty there is at least one person there who speaks English. If this is all too much effort, wait until 2001 when Schuberth plans to get then DOT approved and will sell them here. www.louis.de/ Fred Grefe p.s. if you're a football fan, ESPN just reported that Jets coach Bill Parcells just quit.
Re: Merry Christmas from Yamaha!!!
In a message dated 12/22/99 2:33:04 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: In a message dated 12/22/99 11:15:50 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: GREAT NEWS! - WE WIN! Replacing the units is definitely a good thing. However... My concern is what will prevent it from going bad next time? snip brakes. But if I can't rely on them to be there in an emergency, that's a major safety issue. Is Yamaha going to address that? Is this a permanent program? A lifetime warranty on the ABS or a just a one time deal? Fred Grefe
Re: Hi Fellow Enthusiast (fwd)
In a message dated 12/21/99 7:14:43 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Anyway, I'm rambling which is what I do everytime I think about that day last year!! You should grab a couple of buddy's and try out his class...I bet you'd be as enthusiastic as me!! If you're interested you can find his informative Mike, you spammed us! Fred Grefe
Euro vs. USA headlight
If I recall correctly the European headlight has 2 bulbs. Is one the high beam and one the low beam or do they both do the same thing. Are they better than the US headlight (can't be worse)? I looked for close up pictures of the Euro headlight on a few webpages, but couldn't find any good ones. Where can I find some good, close-up pictures? Fred Grefe
re: fresh oil on oil filter gasket
In a message dated 12/8/99 9:15:16 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I put a film of fresh oil on the gasket, spin it on until it snugs up, then give it a quarter turn. I thought it was better to use old oil on the gasket, but I don't remember why. Anyone? Fred Grefe
Re: A wrecked GTS for sale in Fairfield, CA
In a message dated 12/6/99 1:34:37 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Hi, Um I think you are talking about me.. But this link is to a Kawa KX-250 Sorry I probably typed it wrong. This is their website. The GTS is the 3rd of fourth one down. Pictures included. http://www.citycyclesalvage.com/Bikes%20For%20Sale.htm Fred Grefe
A wrecked GTS for sale in Fairfield, CA
This is directed at the guy who was looking for a wrecked GTS. The carbuyer ad says its a 93 with 11000 miles and cosmetic damage to the front. http://carbuyer.com/mi.phtml?key=92083 Or the guy says to e-mail him at [EMAIL PROTECTED] for details. Fred Grefe
Re: ABS
In a message dated 11/30/99 8:30:50 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Has any list member had the courage to test the front ABS system? These were the thoughts that went through my head as a prepared to test the front ABS. "Here I am standing in the driveway holding a hair pin. What if one of the guys comes up and sees me holding this thing. It would be almost as bad as when SHE has me hold her purse in the store Stupid seat. Come on dammit. OK now where do I stick this thing. Man I hope this is it. Is it the amps or the volts that are gonna knock the crap out of me if I've got the wrong plug. I'll use my electrically shielded shirt to hold it. Do I turn it on first or... No, that didn't work. that's pretty cool. Wonder how many times I can do this before the battery dies." Yeah I know it takes some real guts to test the front ABS, but do what I did and just go for it. Living life on the edge. You can't stop me. Don't even try. Look I'm running with scissors! In case that's NOT what you were asking about: I usually road test the ABS whenever I go out. I try the rear brake first. If it works, and it has so far, then I'll hit the front at about 40mph. I prefer a moderate speed and dry pavement. My theory here is that the spinning rear wheel will help keep me vertical and if the front locks up then when I release the brake the tire will regain grip immediately on the dry road. Fred Grefe
Re: ABS failures and goofy hometowns FLUFF
For lack of better things to do I am rearranging this list in order of most to least goofy hometown names. If you feel that you hometown has not been given enough credit for goofiness, please e-mail me with a brief description of why the name of your hometown is goofy. Yours truly, Fred Grefe # NAMELOCATIONWHY ITS FUNNY David Young Cockeysville, MDNow really I shouldn't have to explain Christopher Phillips Nine Mile Falls, WA After falling nine miles you'll say "WA" Joe Loss Boulder, CO Named a town after a rock (lotsa treehuggers here I bet) Thomas Keyworth Fontana, CA Sounds like a softdrink Jon Crisler Clinton, MD Anything related to the president is funny Stan Bodnar Whitehouse Sta., NJ See above Kurt Fackler Minnetrista, MN Sounds like minestrone soup Alan Tooraeen Camas, WA I don't know, but it might mean something in Spanish Jeffrey Stone Suwanee, GA Its what you say when you callin' dem pigs Christopher CaputoPetaluma, CA When I saw it I thought "Petulant Llama" Grant GallCalgary, Alberta Sounds like Calgon (take me away!) Michael CordonDanville, CA Some guy name Dan got a town named after him Brian Kearney Charles Town, WV Some guy named Charles did it, too Thomas Duncan Pheonix, AZ Um, cuz it has an x in it Kelly CashSunnyvale, CA Sounds like the Cleavers would live there Greg ChristopherSanta Cruz, CA, Um, cuz it has a z in it Jason Crowley Calgary, Alberta Ranked lower than Grant because its only funny once Jay Koblenz Trabuco Canyon, CA Should be higher, but I'm tired of cut and pasting William HalleyMiddletown, OHAs you can see we're getting boring here Shawn PearsallFairport, NY Raul Garcia Sao Paulo, TX (that's Spanish for zzz) Walt Hopkins Atlanta, GA sorry Walt couldn't think of a thing Bryan Burkinstock ? I did some research and found out that "?" isn't a real city. Mike Karafa ? Jay Ranger ? Stan Thomas ? Bob Burton ? Terry Baker ? Jeff Stefl ? Larry Ellis ?
Re: ABS and locking the front
In a message dated 11/24/99 9:56:56 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Attempting to lock the front on dry pavement at speed? What if it doesn't work? I had a bad experience once locking the front. I test my ABS this way nearly every time I go out. If the front locks up it shouldn't be a big surprise, just release the brake and ride on while cursing into your helmet because now you have to do the rebuild. Fred Grefe
Re: check-in Fluff
In a message dated 11/1/99 12:30:16 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: 've been lurking for the last year or so, because you guys do WAY more riding than I do and as such I had very little to contribute. If you've seen any of my posts then you would know that you don't have to have anything important to say to be able to post here. Fred Grefe Manassas, Va
Re: Shocks and windshields/mirror extensions
In a message dated 11/1/99 7:57:29 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I'm interested in seeing the shield. What's the webpage address? Also anybody know where to get the mirror extensions ? Thanks, Stan http://www.geocities.com/~raddboy/index.html
Re: Aftermarket bodywork vendor name
http://www.airtech-streamlining.com/yamaz/gts.htm The company name is AirTech. The webpage explains what the pieces replace, but doesn't have specifics on mounting. The phone number is listed. Fred
Re: Tires and balancing
In a message dated 10/21/99 6:05:37 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Out of desperation, I went to a local Goodyear store, and convinced the manager to balance the tire. Same desperation, but I went to Costco. $4 to balance the tire and they have weights that fit. $8 (or $10?) to mount and balance the tire. Fred Grefe
Re: ST1100 successor with RADD front end - FLUFF
In a message dated 10/26/99 11:12:24 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The above report features (with a picture) Honda's new Prototype X-Wing V-6 revealed at the Tokyo show. And it still has the GTS style front end!!! If you want to see a color picture go to www.amasuperbike.com to the news section. Then go to the Oct. 20 listing. They say the GTS has a large turning radius. Looks like this one would be about 350 feet (metric conversion = a whole lot). There's also a cool Yamaha prototype. Fred Grefe
Aftermarket bodywork
In a message dated 10/25/99 1:17:45 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I also can't find the aftermarket bodywork for a GTS, I don't know if this is the one you were looking for, but they make two pieces of bodywork for the GTS. One covers everything in the front upper area (fairing, tank, etc.) the other is a one piece lower cowling. The front piece doesn't have a precut light hole, so you have to cut your own (a good reason to add a better headlight). They don't make a rear section. http://www.airtech-streamlining.com/yamaz/gts.htm Fred Grefe
Re: posting pictures
In a message dated 10/22/99 10:50:13 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Anyone know where we can post pictures of our bikes? Try the GTS Club site on Yahoo! Its a wholly owned subsidiary of this list. Fred Grefe
Re: Open Invitation FLUFF
In a message dated 10/20/99 1:16:57 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Oh gawd... winter...At least there's porno movies... Kurt Some of us don't have those fancy acting jobs to keep us busy. What's your stage name, Buck Naked? Fred Grefe
Re: gts - 1000 (non-connie specific) FLUFF
In a message dated 10/19/99 2:41:51 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: ou guys talk about this yamaha gts-1000 like its something from outerspace. come on where have you been? You sent this to the wrong list. We already know that the GTS is from outerspace. Fred Grefe
Re: Kevin and swinging - FLUFF
In a message dated 10/18/99 10:19:35 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: HEY!!! I DON'T SWING BOTH WAYS STOP RIGHT THERE SA#!! Don't EVEN go there!! Damn, I knew I should've checked the email earlier! Fred Grefe
Re: Krauser's Givi's with bags removed
In a message dated 10/11/1999 12:04:56 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Not to put words in Fred's mouth, but I might rephrase to say that any "universal" type of system won't be as clean looking as a system designed for a specific application. Thanks Kelly. The part of your sentence starting with "any "universal"" was nearly word for word what I wrote, but I shortened it to "like crap" because I knew it would get Henry to respond and I haven't heard much from him lately. ;) Fred Grefe
poor Grant can't ride anymore - FLUFF
In a message dated 10/8/99 2:58:05 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: K now let's all rub it in that Grant may be looking at putting his bike away for the winter already I can hear it now blah, blah, blah... Time to get the dog sled out, eh? I thought you Canadians were supposed to be tough. I guess that's just the French Canadians, eh? I hear that from November through March the television stations run Baywatch all day so you can dream of being a Californian while you shiver in your igloo. Take off, eh! Time to go out and thump some baby seals to make a nice fur hat, eh? Or maybe start stocking up the beer for the long days of ice fishing, eh? Never to late to subscribe to Damn I'm Cold Magazine. Check out this site www.imtoocoldtoride.com. Doesn't Amsoil make a motorcycle engine block heater? I think they make a vehicle for cold blooded people like you, IT'S A CAR!! What happens when you cross Grant with cold, nothing cuz Grant's afraid of the cold. The Ironbutt has a new offshoot called The Hey Its Kinda Chilly Outside, Maybe We Should Stay Inside Rally. What's GTS stand for... Grant's Too Soft. (OK that's kind of weak, but its all I could think of) I really had nothing to say until I got to the "I can hear it now blah, blah, blah" line, but it really inspired me. Thanks Grant. Your friend in Manassas (reference the other thread - we have women's asses here, too!) Fred Grefe
Re: GTS at altitude (fwd) FLUFF
So unless RSR tells me I am misinformed or full of kaka this is my story and I am sticking to it. George has ascertained If RSRBOB decides that you are full of kaka, then for the first time since I've been on this list I can say that I knew something before RSR did. Fred Grefe
no gts content
In a message dated 10/1/99 4:41:01 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: You guys are being kinda fluffy on this oneso please use it on the subject matter. George sticking to the Magna Carta thing! [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Are you two going to have a Fluff Fight? By the way, did anyone else read on Motorcycle Online about the guy who was arrested for planning to kidnap Mike Corbin? He was going to hold him for ransom and then kill him. Fred Grefe Manassas, Va
