| Author | Message | ||
     P3_pilot |
Imaredhead.. where did you get the Vapor gauge from? | ||
| Gearheaderiko |
P3-see buttons at the top of the "add your message here" posting section. Click on smiley face! | ||
| Darisb |
Ok, how about the CNN Money? http://money.cnn.com/2004/11/17/news/fortune500/se ars_kmart/ | ||
| Imadreadhead |
http://www.trailtech.net/vapor.html Call them up $120 shipped to your door | ||
| Aleutian1 |
I broke the plastic lip off the bottom of my seat trying to put it back on and I need to know if there is a way to reattach it?. I was thinking Gorilla glue but would that hold it? I know sometimes glue won't fix everything I break(which happens a lot)  . | ||
| Wbsprudels |
I did the same thing last week. I have been riding without it, but would like to fix it. | ||
| Aleutian1 |
As many times as I've taken that seat on and off you would think that I would know better by now. Its good to know that I'm not the only one whose done it. | ||
| Sycho |
I've done it too. Don't think even Gorilla Glue would fix it. | ||
| Gearheaderiko |
http://www.badweatherbikers.com/buell/messages/201 64/436580.html?1234831632 For a repair to the standard seat. The Corbin seat takes a different approach and I'll post a picture when I get a round tuit. | ||
| Roysbuell |
Try JB Weld with a piece of thin metal to give it strength. | ||
| Rainman |
Hi folks, Little issue, think I know the answer. 25 degrees out, let the Blast warm up but take off just as it kicks down to idle. Shortly afterward, it starts bucking and coughing. Then it starts to stall out and I have to keep revving to keep it going, holding the throttle half-way open. Make it home no problem. Could it be short rides in cold weather that keep it from getting completely warm is carboning it up? Can it be that I need to warm it up longer before rolling? Could it be --gasp-- das boot? | ||
| Krjoseph |
The boot is always something to check, but could be a dirty/clogged slow jet. I had the same problem recently. Once I got the revs up, things were fine, but low RPMs was rough and irregular. | ||
| Ezblast |
Concur! EZ | ||
| Ylwblast03 |
Sweet! According to FEDEX my new helmet and jacket just arrived. Now if I could only figure out a way to get out of work... | ||
| Indybuell |
What did you order? | ||
| Ylwblast03 |
Jacket: http://www.amazon.com/Armored-Waterproof-Cordura-M otorcycle-Jackets/dp/B001IF8242/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8 &s=sporting-goods&qid=1234891779&sr=8-1 And helmet: http://www.amazon.com/Advance-Solid-Black-Motorcyc le-Helmet/dp/B001B3INK4/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&s=spor ting-goods&qid=1234891835&sr=1-12 They were cheap! Definitely better than no jacket and a 5 year old helmet (with heat-stress cracks!) | ||
| Imadreadhead |
Sweet! They both look nice! | ||
| Zane |
YlwBlast, Great price on the jacket. Looks great too! | ||
| Rainman |
Thanks EZ and Krjoseph: That's my feeling...it's been running great until it gets to below 30 and then it starts getting crotchety. It usually works itself out, but last night it was pretty rough. When I got the rpms up and kept them there, it was fine. I have an extra boot, but this one's only been on for about 1,500 miles. It sure makes funny noises when it's running in the cold... | ||
| Crackhead |
have you switched to the lighter weight oil? it made a big difference to my blast. but then again the oil in mine was 2 years old. | ||
| Aleutian1 |
Pardon my ignorance but what is JB Weld? | ||
| Krjoseph |
Duct tape on crack, but without the actual tape. It's an epoxy of legendary proportions. | ||
| Swampy |
I like JB Quick Weld, not so much waiting around. Rainman, check your sparkplug boot. Make sure its on all the way. | ||
| Reuel |
Rainman! Are you running 10W40 synthetic? When mine gives me grief on cold weather rides, a shot of HEET always does the trick. Seems the Blast is more susceptible to condensatino in the fuel system somewhere on really cold days. | ||
| Indybuell |
+1 on HEET | ||
| Gearheaderiko |
Cold: If you let the bike warm up more than just a minute or two in the cold weather, what you basically have is a warmed up choke and cold engine. Concur on the lighter weight oil. If its stock jetting, then at least change to a 45 slow and adjust the idle mixture screw. Das Boot: At colder temps the rubber is much harder, a problem with the boot may show up then. If you're going to ride everyday when its that cold, cover the engine with a heavy blanket when you shut it down for the night (dont start a fire). A block heater can also help, but you'll need someplace to attach it to the frame or engine. Maybe its just the crappy gas they now sell. My other bike has been running like crap in the cold too (not the Blast though). Just my .02 and then some. | ||
| Gearheaderiko |
PS Concur, at that temp it does take quite some time to warm up. | ||
| Rainman |
Thanks guys, I'm running 10w40 Castrol synthetic. The jetting is stock and so is the muffler. Unfortunately, I was in a hurry and taking a short trip (1.5 mile commute kind of thing) at night (ambient temp. 25 degrees) when it started crapping out. How long should it idle to get the engine warm after the choke calms down? Usually I start it and dress for the ride, which takes some time in this weather, but I had to rush. I'll run some Heet through it. Unfortunately, I only have a carport and not a garage, so Thumper is exposed to the cold. | ||
| Gearheaderiko |
"If you let the bike warm up more than just a minute or two in the cold weather, what you basically have is a warmed up choke and cold engine. " Your best bet is to not let it warm up while you dress. That way you still have the 'choke' on when you start riding. A couple (2) of minutes max is all thats needed (or warm it up for a reeeally long time). I believe the owners manual states this also (and just about every other owners manual I've read). Its been a long time since I rode in 30 degree weather so feel free to disagree if others have a different Blast experience. Its rarely less than 40 when I leave the house. | ||
| Gearheaderiko |
PS Not having a garage, I'd definitely cover it with a heavy blanket (a moving blanket or a 'car blanket' if you know what that is). |
