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by sirridealot
Sun Aug 07, 2022 5:06 am
Forum: Engine & Transmission Shop
Topic: Clutch Basket Bearing Recommendations? 860GT
Replies: 60
Views: 227161

Re: Clutch Basket Bearing Recommendations? 860GT

Update: As expected when I pulled the clutch, the plates were black so I installed a new clutch and drive cog with new 22kg springs. I was surprised it wasn't slipping given the state.
The Surflex 1425 kit came supplied with the longer springs so I had to buy these separately and everything works ...
by sirridealot
Wed Jul 06, 2022 2:51 pm
Forum: Engine & Transmission Shop
Topic: Clutch Basket Bearing Recommendations? 860GT
Replies: 60
Views: 227161

Re: Clutch Basket Bearing Recommendations? 860GT

I've had a persistent clutch dragging issue on my '79 MHR since I got it and looking for some advice as this thread seems the most relevant.
A previous owner installed an extended clutch arm, it has a new cable (lubed) and I've removed, cleaned, lubed, adjusted all the clutch rods according to Steve ...
by sirridealot
Fri Jul 23, 2021 2:36 pm
Forum: Chassis & Suspension Shop
Topic: Clipon fasteners for '79 MHR?
Replies: 2
Views: 11846

Re: Clipon fasteners for '79 MHR?

Great, thanks Steve!
by sirridealot
Thu Jul 22, 2021 7:33 pm
Forum: Chassis & Suspension Shop
Topic: Clipon fasteners for '79 MHR?
Replies: 2
Views: 11846

Clipon fasteners for '79 MHR?

Hi,
One of the clipons moved when I was moving my MHR and I'm suspecting the mounting hardware is incorrect.
The 900 replica manual shows four of the following mounting the clipons to the forks: M6x35 hex bolts, 1xM6 washer and an M6x1.0 nylock.
What is on my MHR now is an M6x35 cap screw (8.8 ...
by sirridealot
Tue Jul 06, 2021 4:31 am
Forum: Introduce Yourself
Topic: Hello from an Aussie in Boston
Replies: 1
Views: 9982

Hello from an Aussie in Boston

Hi all,
I just bought '79 MHR 900ss #124, it was originally delivered to the UK but it's been in the US for many years.
It's a good original condition bike with good paint and mechanicals and I'm doing some small tidy ups, correct grips, fuel lines, cable ties, new tyres etc.
I'll probably have ...

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