kate_brett
Active member
How are the SHINKO tyres travelling?
What did you do to your R18 today?
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kate_brett
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I posted in the intro thread, and today I did my first ride - running up and down the rpm range (4,000 rpm’s or less of course), bedding in the brakes a bit, and validating my shift lever, preload, handlebar, and lever changes. Got everything dialed in nicely, so now it REALLY feels like my bike. Also had to consult YouTube to figure out the gas cap when I stopped to refuel! Did about 50 miles, then had to get back to my white fluffy supervisor, Ivan.
I test drove a 2021 FE about a year ago, and did not like it - bars in the wrong spot, foot didn’t fit between the jug and the shift lever, and the seat was way too low. Preload was certainly left in shipping mode as well.
Mentioning all this because if you’re intrigued by the bike, but we’re unimpressed by the test ride, just know you can transform the bike with 20 minutes and a few simple tools. Greg
I test drove a 2021 FE about a year ago, and did not like it - bars in the wrong spot, foot didn’t fit between the jug and the shift lever, and the seat was way too low. Preload was certainly left in shipping mode as well.
Mentioning all this because if you’re intrigued by the bike, but we’re unimpressed by the test ride, just know you can transform the bike with 20 minutes and a few simple tools. Greg
Longshot
Active member
Agreed. For me, having the taller seat, bars in the right position and suspension adjusted made a world of difference
Indeed! He loves being in the yard with me while I wrench….Well done! Great bike and happy doG = Life is Good
First world problem.... trying to check my tire pressures with the spoke wheels, bloody discs etc annoys me enough that I get lazy and don't do it as often as I should.... so I got a fitting for my air thingy that swivels to make it almost easy....
Ah... a dog and a bike... about all a man over 50 needs really.
Edit.... maybe a 2nd bike...?
I use an angle chuck too, but that is a nicer one. I also use "fobo" tire pressure valve stem caps and they have worked trouble free for almost two years now and I just replaced the batteries as one was "in the yellow". I still check with my gauge now and again, but have found I can depend on these to do their job. fobo valve stem cap
Yup! That's what this one is for...
Excellent product. It's 79 but sometimes they run specials, as low as 49.
USB charged and flex hose makes it easy. Just screw it in and set the pressure.
USB charged and flex hose makes it easy. Just screw it in and set the pressure.
1FIVE21
New member
Man this is the best looking R18B I've seen. How tall is the windshield you ordered and did the rough craft exhaust need any modifications?
RhoXS
Member
Wunderlich extended shift lever peg:
Added a lamb chop bag to my Homage seat..... because I'm a hard arse.
Ulrich
Well-known member
Well posting this I may have to eat some crow ... I was running my mouth how doable the stock seat on the FE is ... well now I have to admit that is only partially true ... my round trip to work is between 30 and 40 miles (depending on which route I take) .. but I have done some 200 mile trips since I work short weeks in the Summer and I have o admit ... I must not be the 'Hard A$$' that I once was ... so withthe ehlp of the good folks from Corbin I got a new sofa 
... a 'Option 719' inspired seat
... and I have to say ... huge difference .. I sit just a bit higher up which is nice on my knees and even though it is still quite stiff,
already way more comfortable than the stock.
So here it is .. I was wrong
... a 'Option 719' inspired seat... and I have to say ... huge difference .. I sit just a bit higher up which is nice on my knees and even though it is still quite stiff,
already way more comfortable than the stock.
So here it is .. I was wrong
Nah.... just getting old......So here it is .. I was wrong
I'm learning to use old age for all sorts of good things.... and it's not like I had to trade anything off for it..... since I didn't have anything much else!
Wildy
Member
Fitted the RSD speedometer housing, handlebar clamp covers, fuel cap, fork leg top covers and most importantly a full titanium racing set of exhausts from Zard. The db killers are left in as the sound is significantly louder than stock and I don’t want to annoy my neighbours.
Luis
Well-known member
beside the beauty of your bike, mine has that exact lack time for the engine start… anyone else?
Installed Puig fairing and wireless charging Quad lock.
