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     John_the_chimp |
Hey guys what's up? Just picked up a Blast (2001).It only had 1034 miles when I picked it up. I'm doing the initial adjustments and fluid changes tomorrow.Using Mobile-1 20-50 synthetic,and walmart filter. I do have some questions. #1 my primary adjuster spacer appears to be aluminum. Is this normal? It looks like previous owner could'nt figure out how to adjust the clutch. They just wrapped a piece of wire around the cable at the lever. That brings me to #2 I cant seem to find a pdf. manual? So is there anything I need to know there? #3 I don't like the freeways in my area so I find myself in the canyons. Need new tires. Can anyone tell me any new tires and sizes we can put on the Blast? I know the front is easy. But the rear is limited except width. The one thread I found was a little old.#4 was thinking about Clubman bars. Can anyone that has them tell me if the are comfortable? Other than a couple things to make it mine it doesn'tseem to need very much. Sportbike it is not. But I have a lot of fun on it. | ||
| Johneblast |
Take the spacer out. You have the 1000 miles needed to do so. Get a manual when you can. It will be the best $60 you'll spend on the bike. Be advised there are some mistakes in it and most, if not all, are corrected here in the forum. It may take some research to find them. Tires will be a matter of preference. I run Avons (110-90 in the front and 140-80 in the rear. That is about as big as you will be able to fit without mods) but they tend to wear quicker than say Pirelli. | ||
| John_the_chimp |
Thanks johneblast. I was thinking about perrilli tires. | ||
| Johneblast |
They are the more popular here and a good choice. | ||
| John_the_chimp |
Well gotter done. Fairly easy. Other then taking off Y bracket. Had to go with bosch filter used mobile one for V twins. I hope that is ok. I figure the only difference is the one jug is not there. | ||
| Gearheaderiko |
Its summer and the heavier the better. Same as a twin engine. Do not use anything thinner than 20w-50, unless you move to Canada in the Winter. Pirelli's. You have you choice of sizes. Stock is MT 75's and they only come in 2 sizes: 16" and 17". The Blast uses the 16" sizes. If you want different sizes then you can mix and match, or just match, the Pirelli Scooter Diablo's. It depends on want you want out of the bike that will determine your size/tire choice. | ||
| Gearheaderiko |
1034 and the clutch shouldnt need much of an adjustment. I'm not sure what wrapping wire around does for an adjustment either. "Sportbike it is not", dont be so sure. If you consider a sportbike to be a tire smoker, then no. But with the right work and certainly in the right hands, you'll keep up and pass much 'faster' bikes. Handlebars: What looks good on the bike and what feels good in the garage, doesnt always translate to comfortable on the street. You dont say if you have any other mc experience. Realistically, rearsets and low, low bars are for the experienced.Thats why they make a "standard' motorcycle. If you enjoy all your weight on your hands, then clubmans and rearsets are for you.* For rearsets to be functional, they have to be kind of high. That can make it a bit uncomfortable as your knees are very bent. A better option is to go for superbike bars and if you want lower, flip them over. Going 'full tilt' from the get go can leave you very unhappy. Personal preference. You have to find what works for you. Some stuff looks really cool, but makes for a very uncomfortable and unsafe ride. That goes for rearsets, clubmans, forward controls, ape hangers, etc. I would never want to ride EZ's bike for anything but a quick trip down the freeway. But it works for him and he's put many, many miles on his bike the way he has it. *All the weight on your hands is not what rearsets and clubmans are all about. Most of your weight should be carried with your trunk, but the Blast isnt designed that way. It can be done, but takes work and practice. Modern 'sportbikes' do have a tank that lends itself much better for keeping the weight off your hands. My advice is to always put a few miles on the bike and get a feel for what might make you more comfortable. Countless times people spend a lot of money making their bike look cool and end up selling shortly thereafter because they hate it or realized they tried to make it something it wont ever be. There you go. A plethora of unsolicited opinion!! | ||
| John_the_chimp |
Thanks Gearhead. My motorcycle expieriance is pretty vast. My dad was a certified mechanic honda,kawasaki,bmw,and harley. He wrenched for a couple mx pros,and road race. He also worked at works performance. Its been awhile since I have been on the streets. I have been on willow springs a couple times but nothing to right home about. Im no kenny roberts but no snail either. I had a supermoto think he was gonna push me over the pass. I had to keep checking the mirror to make sure he didnt fall down. Im well aware that lower horse power can be an advantage. Thats the main reason I asked about the clubman bars. Im not comfortable in the corners with the stock ones. I feel like fonzy riding this thing. Not looking for a race bike. I would like to make it my own though. | ||
| Gearheaderiko |
Fonzie-LOL! I took the stock bars off the minute I got the bike home. My wife: "its a brand new motorcycle, WHAT are you doing to it?!" I hope I didnt insult you. Since I never know anybodys' experience I tend to offer way more information than perhaps necessary. We also never know who might read this because some will read and never post. Clubmans are a cheap alternative to clip-ons. You probably wont get the steering to lock though. Fully adjustable clip-ons are the way to go, but that might not be the look you want. (The Blast has tank clearance issues. Many lower bars will hit the tank before lock). Pirelli's. The stock sized MT 75's are what we raced on and are really good tires. The rears wear out fast though. A bigger rear can be found the in the Diablo scooter (140/70x16). Match it with the Diablo 110/70x16 and you'll get quicker steering (or twitchy) and a bike that feels more comfortable leaned over (it is a smaller tire than stock). For stock or slower steering match it up with the MT75 front or something taller/bigger if you want to slow things down. The Diablo's reportedly get longer treadwear then the MT75's, but still are sticky (rear only-fronts last forever) If you want more mileage out of the tires then there are other, less sticky, Pirelli choices. "Streets of Willow" are hellafun on the Blast and perhaps, imho, the best road ever! The big track is fun if you like running WOT! | ||
| Gearheaderiko |
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