"Makoyouidiot" (makaan12)
01/28/2015 at 22:39 • Filed to: twowheelsgood
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"Makoyouidiot" (makaan12)
01/28/2015 at 22:39 • Filed to: twowheelsgood | 3
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And rode the hell out of it today. Had a blast, and also discovered that the kickstand switch (which keeps the bike from starting if the kickstand is down, apparently this is very uncommon on bikes) was wonky, and causing it to stall sometimes, the Enfield forums provided me with the quick fix of just unplugging said switch, and boom, no more stalling.
My boy likes it too!
The original problem I put it into the shop for, the massive oil leak, was apparently caused by there being too much oil actually in the crankcase, and the extra pressure blew out the seal on the kickstart shaft. Go figure. So now I should be good to ride! Hopefully. For a while. It is a British design, after all.
bob and john
> Makoyouidiot
01/28/2015 at 22:40 |
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which keeps the bike from starting if the kickstand is down, apparently this is very uncommon on bikes
the hell? in canada, you dont get the bike safetied if the kick stand switch doesnt work...its a mandatory item
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Makoyouidiot
> bob and john
01/28/2015 at 22:45 |
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Weird, everyone I've talked to was confused that it had one. My dad took several minutes to figure it out, and he's been riding for 40ish years.
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bob and john
> Makoyouidiot
01/28/2015 at 22:48 |
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to be fair....most of your mainly prevent the engine from running while the bike is in gear and the stand is down. so if your in neutral then it will start even with stand down
Tekamul
> bob and john
01/28/2015 at 22:50 |
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Really? South of the border, I know a lot of Harley guys without kickstand switches.
They all drop it into first and ride off to pull up the stand without even a toe off the floor boards.
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bob and john
> Tekamul
01/28/2015 at 22:51 |
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yea. mandated item.
BeMark
> Makoyouidiot
01/29/2015 at 00:07 |
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Awesome.. love me some Enfield, ride safe!
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Makoyouidiot
> BeMark
01/29/2015 at 00:31 |
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Yessir.
AdverseMartyr
> bob and john
01/29/2015 at 04:33 |
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My bike starts with the stand down and the clutch pulled; then it dies as you let the lever out if you don't kick the stand up and the bike is in gear.
meganuke
> Makoyouidiot
01/29/2015 at 07:07 |
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Congrats on getting your bike back! I have a black RE classic 500. They're such fun bikes! Mine got me into the Iron Butt Association when I did about 1100 miles in under 24 hours. I don't recommend trying that, as it caused quite a scare (medically) due to the vibration. But the shorter rides feel like I'm getting away with riding a bicycle on the freeway!
The best thing you can do to them is buy a tube of Loctite and spend a day removing and reinstalling every bolt you can reach.
JawzX2, Boost Addict. 1.6t, 2.7tt, 4.2t
> bob and john
01/29/2015 at 08:06 |
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On my BMW; kickstand down? No engine running for you! Same as the kill switch. Doesn't mater what the clutch or shifter is doing. The center stand has no lockout though.
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bob and john
> AdverseMartyr
01/29/2015 at 09:25 |
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my buell had it like that
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bob and john
> JawzX2, Boost Addict. 1.6t, 2.7tt, 4.2t
01/29/2015 at 09:26 |
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huh. on my dad F800, it will let you start if the bike is in neutral.
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AdverseMartyr
> JawzX2, Boost Addict. 1.6t, 2.7tt, 4.2t
01/29/2015 at 12:58 |
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The center stand makes sense as you lift the rear wheel off the ground. It's used for maintenance purposes, but it seems odd that it won't let you start in neutral w/ kickstand down. I learned something new.
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Makoyouidiot
> meganuke
01/29/2015 at 16:01 |
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That is pretty scary and also useful advice! Hehe...I've only put 150 miles on it so far, need to ride moar
The Compromiser
> Makoyouidiot
01/29/2015 at 21:17 |
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Still hate you for being in Texaaasssss. But good on ya. I was eyballing Enfields. It was the commando crazy desert army whatever one. They cost like a case of beer and a sandwich or some shit. I would be fat guy on a little bike with it.
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Makoyouidiot
> The Compromiser
01/30/2015 at 00:15 |
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Heh, I weigh 300 lbs, and I still bought one. :P Also, you will be pleased to know that it's getting cold after our little sprint of 70 and 80 degree days...cold in this case being...
http://www.weather.com/weather/5day/l…
Misery, I tell you!
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The Compromiser
> Makoyouidiot
01/30/2015 at 08:11 |
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LOL. Is that you in the one picture trying to eat the little kid? I guess I wouldn't look too goofy.
Imma Stick with my 1300 though for now.
Man, even your lousy weather is good. And Carbon is the best town name I've heard in a long while!
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Makoyouidiot
> The Compromiser
01/31/2015 at 11:54 |
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Heh, yeah, that's me and my boy.
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The Compromiser
> Makoyouidiot
01/31/2015 at 13:47 |
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We've got some of my dad or me on the bike with my kids on in front. I have one of me with 2 of three in front as well. The oldest is too big to fit with me and his bros. Enjoy the good and cherish the memories. Its all over too fast.
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Makoyouidiot
> The Compromiser
01/31/2015 at 16:12 |
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I know