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- anhkis
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Hello world!
Hey all!
New to wings yesterday but not to motorcycles or forums, though the others I'm on are all corporate owned now. Tried a corporate wing forum and they seem more interested in the joke threads than the tech, and I got a lot to learn coming from twin engines exclusively.
The new ride is an 82 GL11, and she's in pretty good shape but she has an issue, while the clutch lever is engaging it makes a sound that sounds like rod knock, but not at idle, not on full clutch, and not on acceleration.
I know I'll get more traction on the tech board, but this is a start!
New to wings yesterday but not to motorcycles or forums, though the others I'm on are all corporate owned now. Tried a corporate wing forum and they seem more interested in the joke threads than the tech, and I got a lot to learn coming from twin engines exclusively.
The new ride is an 82 GL11, and she's in pretty good shape but she has an issue, while the clutch lever is engaging it makes a sound that sounds like rod knock, but not at idle, not on full clutch, and not on acceleration.
I know I'll get more traction on the tech board, but this is a start!
82 GL1100 Asp.
Sometimes it seems like I'm arguing, that's just how I work out a solution:.. The other times I'm arguing.
Sometimes it seems like I'm arguing, that's just how I work out a solution:.. The other times I'm arguing.
- Track T 2411
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Re: Hello world!
Welcome from Wisconsin! As odd as it sounds, that noise is most likely drive chain rattle, and is common when the carbs are out of sync. Check out ShopTalk (link in my signature) to find some of the most popular threads about common issues with these wonderful bikes!
Enjoy the ride!
Enjoy the ride!
"I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious." - Albert Einstein
"He that is good with a hammer tends to think everything is a nail" - Abraham Maslow
"If you can't take the time to do it right the first time, how are you ever going to find the time to do it over?" -Unknown
Current Rides:
'Grumpy' - '81 Standard, now fully dressed.
'Layla' - '81 Standard w/dealer installed fairing and Hondaline bags.
'Scarlett' '76 'Survivor' nekkid as a j-bird!
Under Construction:
The 'Jalopy' '78-'79 Mash-up
'Quikie' '81 gl1100I back on the lift, project with the step-son!
In The Shed:
'81 gl1100I barn find aka "Josie, the farmer's daughter." (almost comatose build)
'77 gl1000, roller parts bike.
'82 gl1100I, 'Old Crusty' titled roller parts bike (free!)
'82 gl1100I, My first 'Wing, and an expensive lesson!
New2U Bike? Read Me.
"He that is good with a hammer tends to think everything is a nail" - Abraham Maslow
"If you can't take the time to do it right the first time, how are you ever going to find the time to do it over?" -Unknown
Current Rides:
'Grumpy' - '81 Standard, now fully dressed.
'Layla' - '81 Standard w/dealer installed fairing and Hondaline bags.
'Scarlett' '76 'Survivor' nekkid as a j-bird!
Under Construction:
The 'Jalopy' '78-'79 Mash-up
'Quikie' '81 gl1100I back on the lift, project with the step-son!
In The Shed:
'81 gl1100I barn find aka "Josie, the farmer's daughter." (almost comatose build)
'77 gl1000, roller parts bike.
'82 gl1100I, 'Old Crusty' titled roller parts bike (free!)
'82 gl1100I, My first 'Wing, and an expensive lesson!
New2U Bike? Read Me.
- anhkis
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- Location: South Jersey
Re: Hello world!
Thanks brother!Track T 2411 wrote: ↑Fri Sep 29, 2023 10:27 pm Welcome from Wisconsin! As odd as it sounds, that noise is most likely drive chain rattle, and is common when the carbs are out of sync. Check out ShopTalk (link in my signature) to find some of the most popular threads about common issues with these wonderful bikes!
Enjoy the ride!
Where about in Wis.?
I have family on the rez in Shawano.
The seller said it needed carb sync, but I would think that would affect idle too no?
82 GL1100 Asp.
Sometimes it seems like I'm arguing, that's just how I work out a solution:.. The other times I'm arguing.
Sometimes it seems like I'm arguing, that's just how I work out a solution:.. The other times I'm arguing.
- Track T 2411
- Honored Life Member
- Posts: 8531
- Joined: Thu May 29, 2008 9:37 pm
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- Location: Prairie du Sac Wisconsin
Re: Hello world!
Sync won't always affect idle. In fact it can be pretty hard to tell you have a miss in one cylinder, these engines run so smooth...
"I have no special talent. I am only passionately curious." - Albert Einstein
"He that is good with a hammer tends to think everything is a nail" - Abraham Maslow
"If you can't take the time to do it right the first time, how are you ever going to find the time to do it over?" -Unknown
Current Rides:
'Grumpy' - '81 Standard, now fully dressed.
'Layla' - '81 Standard w/dealer installed fairing and Hondaline bags.
'Scarlett' '76 'Survivor' nekkid as a j-bird!
Under Construction:
The 'Jalopy' '78-'79 Mash-up
'Quikie' '81 gl1100I back on the lift, project with the step-son!
In The Shed:
'81 gl1100I barn find aka "Josie, the farmer's daughter." (almost comatose build)
'77 gl1000, roller parts bike.
'82 gl1100I, 'Old Crusty' titled roller parts bike (free!)
'82 gl1100I, My first 'Wing, and an expensive lesson!
New2U Bike? Read Me.
"He that is good with a hammer tends to think everything is a nail" - Abraham Maslow
"If you can't take the time to do it right the first time, how are you ever going to find the time to do it over?" -Unknown
Current Rides:
'Grumpy' - '81 Standard, now fully dressed.
'Layla' - '81 Standard w/dealer installed fairing and Hondaline bags.
'Scarlett' '76 'Survivor' nekkid as a j-bird!
Under Construction:
The 'Jalopy' '78-'79 Mash-up
'Quikie' '81 gl1100I back on the lift, project with the step-son!
In The Shed:
'81 gl1100I barn find aka "Josie, the farmer's daughter." (almost comatose build)
'77 gl1000, roller parts bike.
'82 gl1100I, 'Old Crusty' titled roller parts bike (free!)
'82 gl1100I, My first 'Wing, and an expensive lesson!
New2U Bike? Read Me.
- anhkis
- Lead Member
- Posts: 7
- Joined: Fri Sep 29, 2023 8:39 pm
- Location: South Jersey
Re: Hello world!
That is definitely reassuring.Track T 2411 wrote: ↑Fri Sep 29, 2023 10:40 pm Sync won't always affect idle. In fact it can be pretty hard to tell you have a miss in one cylinder, these engines run so smooth...
I counted on syncing carbs, a new belt, fluids, and the like. If that's all this is then this bike is in great shape.
82 GL1100 Asp.
Sometimes it seems like I'm arguing, that's just how I work out a solution:.. The other times I'm arguing.
Sometimes it seems like I'm arguing, that's just how I work out a solution:.. The other times I'm arguing.
- Rat
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Re: Hello world!
Welcome to the 'Wingdom.
Be patient when pushing the 'post' button, don’t push it twice
Tx Gord
Be patient when pushing the 'post' button, don’t push it twice
Tx Gord
"I'd rather Ride than Shine"
‘14 KLR650 ... not a rat ... yet
‘84 GL1200i ‘R2B6' (Rat to Be 6, the last, adopted by twowings)
My Original 'RAT' was a hybrid '82 CB900/1100F
‘14 KLR650 ... not a rat ... yet
‘84 GL1200i ‘R2B6' (Rat to Be 6, the last, adopted by twowings)
My Original 'RAT' was a hybrid '82 CB900/1100F
- anhkis
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Re: Hello world!
Noticed that, but couldn't delete.
My apologies.
I'm on a cell, so I assumed it was the touchscreen acting up again
82 GL1100 Asp.
Sometimes it seems like I'm arguing, that's just how I work out a solution:.. The other times I'm arguing.
Sometimes it seems like I'm arguing, that's just how I work out a solution:.. The other times I'm arguing.
- Rat
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Re: Hello world!
This forum can be a challenge on a phone, 'specially posting pics, they often appear rotated.
But the place is worth the effort !!
Gord
But the place is worth the effort !!
Gord
"I'd rather Ride than Shine"
‘14 KLR650 ... not a rat ... yet
‘84 GL1200i ‘R2B6' (Rat to Be 6, the last, adopted by twowings)
My Original 'RAT' was a hybrid '82 CB900/1100F
‘14 KLR650 ... not a rat ... yet
‘84 GL1200i ‘R2B6' (Rat to Be 6, the last, adopted by twowings)
My Original 'RAT' was a hybrid '82 CB900/1100F
- anhkis
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- Joined: Fri Sep 29, 2023 8:39 pm
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Re: Hello world!
It certainly seems to be the place for tech info.
And for the older (better) wings! Lol
82 GL1100 Asp.
Sometimes it seems like I'm arguing, that's just how I work out a solution:.. The other times I'm arguing.
Sometimes it seems like I'm arguing, that's just how I work out a solution:.. The other times I'm arguing.
- Rat
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Re: Hello world!
There is lots of good info in ShopTalk …
Gord
Gord
"I'd rather Ride than Shine"
‘14 KLR650 ... not a rat ... yet
‘84 GL1200i ‘R2B6' (Rat to Be 6, the last, adopted by twowings)
My Original 'RAT' was a hybrid '82 CB900/1100F
‘14 KLR650 ... not a rat ... yet
‘84 GL1200i ‘R2B6' (Rat to Be 6, the last, adopted by twowings)
My Original 'RAT' was a hybrid '82 CB900/1100F
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