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What Happened in Pee Paw's Scooter Shop Today?
- Thread starter OldTLSDoug
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OldTLSDoug
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Yep, tells the bike the stand is down, has a pretty elaborate little set up. Seems overcomplicated, but hey, I didn't build it.
Also got the battery for the KLR, installed it and all the stuff works, they shipped the carb parts today, should ride it soon. Then back to the owner. Woo Hoo!
Installed a tender cable too, so she is a-charging.
Not much to see....
But all the electrics work and the motor spins over, should be simple from here. LOL
OldTLSDoug
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Jasen: "We have successfully made the worlds ugliest motorcycle, there's no way anyone can make something any uglier than this thing."
Doug: "What if we make it pink?"
Chris: "What if we put a Hello Kitty lunchbox on the back?"
Donna: Doug, DO NOT put the Hello Kitty lunchbox on that bike!
Doug: Yes Ma'am.
Doug: "What if we make it pink?"
Chris: "What if we put a Hello Kitty lunchbox on the back?"
Donna: Doug, DO NOT put the Hello Kitty lunchbox on that bike!
Doug: Yes Ma'am.
Will this test ride involve any Hello Kitty clothing items? Asking for Jasen.
Chris is the Hello Kitty fan. Donna might have said no, but Doug did it out of spite for a day or so.
OldTLSDoug
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And of course my inspiration
It takes a real man to rock a Hello Kitty lunch box on his black DRZ.
Those things are so finicky. I always bypass it so I don't have to worry about it failing on me at an inopportune time.
OldTLSDoug
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Got the carb sorted on the KLR. Runs like a new one, started right up. In the morning I will slosh some gas in Mr. Tank and make sure the petcock works and hopefully take it home. I got a new toy coming tomorrow so I need a place to let it sit while I admire it. Hee Hee.
Ah, the Hello Kitty backorders have cleared?
I wonder if it likes afternoon tea....
I doubt it.
OldTLSDoug
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Update, I opted out of the Triumph deal and will be retaining the SMR. I couldn't let her go. That said, I have been hunting for a stablemate and that has come to fruition, so I will add another orange beast to Pee Paw's Scooter Shop today. Yes I will post up some pics.
A face only Pee Paw could love.....I do still love it so.
A face only Pee Paw could love.....I do still love it so.
OldTLSDoug
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Peeked into the KLR tank this morning and to my shock and surprise, it was pristine except for the rotten gas in there (about half a cup) so I cleaned it out, bolted her on the bike put in some gas and rode her around. Runs perfectly. Random petcock leak at first that miraculously healed itself and hasn't leaked again. I think the fuel lubricated it and everything slipped into place. Fires up on a bump, fan cycles, lights work, carburets well off of the bottom. No power, typical KLR. So it will go back home on Thursday or Friday.
THEN THE MAGIC HAPPENED!
I made a bike deal with a member of this forum and he brought it over. I backed out of selling my SMR because I love the bike and want to keep it. That said, I got a shot at a 990 SMT and jumped on it. She is purty, runs great and I love her already. Too bad it was so stormy, I will ride her tomorrow. Love the scooter shop, great things keep happening. Another Unicorn for me. After all this, I then took my lovely bride to Sonic and had a Jalepeno double cheeseburger. Then to DQ for desert. Now I am resting waiting for a little dryer weather, then I am off and riding. Woo Hoo indeed.
THEN THE MAGIC HAPPENED!
I made a bike deal with a member of this forum and he brought it over. I backed out of selling my SMR because I love the bike and want to keep it. That said, I got a shot at a 990 SMT and jumped on it. She is purty, runs great and I love her already. Too bad it was so stormy, I will ride her tomorrow. Love the scooter shop, great things keep happening. Another Unicorn for me. After all this, I then took my lovely bride to Sonic and had a Jalepeno double cheeseburger. Then to DQ for desert. Now I am resting waiting for a little dryer weather, then I am off and riding. Woo Hoo indeed.
that looks purdy..... purdy fast.
OldTLSDoug
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I got a little leak on the right front compression adjuster. Hopefully it is because of use and will get better. If not, I am going to be sourcing some o-rings. Love the SMT. It is everything the SMR is and more.
OldTLSDoug
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Well, I have a potential issue, I returned from a "spirited ride" that included wheelies, hard landings and a few stoppies. I saw oil oozing out of the compression adjuster on the right fork leg. Cleaned it up, cycled the adjuster and turned it in 5 clicks and will monitor it.
If I have to fix it, I will probably have to take the forks down and ship the adjusters off to get o-rings fitted. KTM and WP don't list the parts, but you can buy the leg for $1240.00.
Also I had a scuff on the left bodywork. I got out the variable speed buffer and some compound and went at it. Looks almost flawless. I will hit it again the next time I take the thing apart. (Parts are ordered)
The scuff was pretty pronounced if you look up at it in the light. Can't see it looking down.
8-10 minutes with a buffer and Bob's your Uncle!
Then I sat around and cleaned on her. I installed the stock wind screen since the GIVI shield is too high and puts my head in turbulence heck. So I am hoping this will solve that issue, only thing I have any trouble with. This is a beautiful machine, works flawlessly, I am excited to ride it to Thurber on Friday. Also the left foot peg was scuffed and I replaced it with a new spare I had from fixing up the SMR. I replaced a missing exhaust shield bolt and moved the battery tender lead, finally I mounted up the buddy pegs so I can start with a completely stock scooter.
I ordered a set of slip ons (Arrow Aluminum with Carbon caps) and a Rottweiller intake, SAS/Canister delete. Should be some fun in the short term.
If I have to fix it, I will probably have to take the forks down and ship the adjusters off to get o-rings fitted. KTM and WP don't list the parts, but you can buy the leg for $1240.00.
Also I had a scuff on the left bodywork. I got out the variable speed buffer and some compound and went at it. Looks almost flawless. I will hit it again the next time I take the thing apart. (Parts are ordered)
The scuff was pretty pronounced if you look up at it in the light. Can't see it looking down.
8-10 minutes with a buffer and Bob's your Uncle!
Then I sat around and cleaned on her. I installed the stock wind screen since the GIVI shield is too high and puts my head in turbulence heck. So I am hoping this will solve that issue, only thing I have any trouble with. This is a beautiful machine, works flawlessly, I am excited to ride it to Thurber on Friday. Also the left foot peg was scuffed and I replaced it with a new spare I had from fixing up the SMR. I replaced a missing exhaust shield bolt and moved the battery tender lead, finally I mounted up the buddy pegs so I can start with a completely stock scooter.
I ordered a set of slip ons (Arrow Aluminum with Carbon caps) and a Rottweiller intake, SAS/Canister delete. Should be some fun in the short term.
How's the seat height on that thing?