Hello Barty from Dieppe, welcome
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#661
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Posted 16 June 2010 - 08:47 am
Bigred mk1 R1 Calipers- Braided lines- Givi wing rack-Crash bungs- Hi vis bullets-PR2's- and a hoot to ride.
Quad 900 Silver Laser duo tech pipes-Scott oiler-Engine crash bars- Radiator mounted see me ring LED's-Datatool system 3 alarm -Centre stand- Extender fender-Renthal bars-Handle bar risers-Mirror extenders-BMW GS Handgaurds-Acumen uprated horn & Nautilus-Stainless steel Radiator guard-Givi wing rack-OEM screen-Yammy touring screen-MRA Vario-MRA Double bubble cut down for fast as fk riding-Tiger screen-Tank protector-Stomp grip panels-Optimate lead Gone to Heaven 
1991 MK1 in need of some TLC watch this space Gone to Heaven 
Sorted and on the Road Mick 
it's the bike that Jack built 
#662
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Posted 19 June 2010 - 07:45 am
Thanks for your welcome
I search the post about eurometting in 2011, but I don't find it ; could you indicate me the link please
Thanks by advance
Barty
I search the post about eurometting in 2011, but I don't find it ; could you indicate me the link please
Thanks by advance
Barty
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#663
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Posted 19 June 2010 - 08:02 am
The older I get, the better I was96 MkII in yellow & silver with bluespots, braided lines, Remus 2 into 1, Hagon rear shock & fork springs, bashplate, heated grips,Motech pannier racks, Road Attacks, Jockoiler, Baglux tank cover & bag. Gone to a far better place - hasn't it Remo?
Another 96 Mk2 in yellow & silver - absolutely standard & pristine ( apart from a butchered rear mudguard - but I'm looking for a new one
'76 Suzuki GT500 Stroker in need of a rebuild
'80 Yamaha XT250 mudplugger
another '81 XT250
'91 BMW R80GS - this one really will do a RTW trip
'05 BMW K1200S - inline four with a shaft
'10 BMW R1200GSA Anniversary Edition
'02 Fazer 1000 - 4 carbs are better than 2 ! - water pump rebuilt by Mr Ramrod Engineering
'00 Triumph Adventurer - Cruiser with a difference - British & a tripleGary's Bathtub - '99 BMW K1200RS in luvverly pillarbox red . Now been Waspycycled to Nuneaton
And the Latest Addition - a nice BMW G650 XCountry greenlaner - on long term loan to Boy Wonder
1996 Kawasaki KH125 Stroker
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Posted 19 June 2010 - 12:27 pm
YES , thanks a lot
Barty,
Barty,
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#665
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Posted 19 June 2010 - 06:50 pm
Hello All,
I'm Ben and I live on Anglesey in North Wales
I've had my 1998 TDM for about 6 years now, but for the last three years it's been slowly rotting away in the garage. A few years back the exhaust rotted through and I didn't have the money at the time to fix it, so the bike was put in the garage where it's been pretty much since. Anyway, I've finally got the urge and the resources so i've started doing it up.
So far i've been busy just with stripping it down. Why is it never as easy as it sounds in the haynes manual!
I've never done such an extensive rebuild before so I would appreciate any help that can be given with the inevitable questions that i will face.
The forum's been really handy so far just for searching through all the info on the site, it's a really good resource.
Anyway, thanks for reading,
Ben
I'm Ben and I live on Anglesey in North Wales
I've had my 1998 TDM for about 6 years now, but for the last three years it's been slowly rotting away in the garage. A few years back the exhaust rotted through and I didn't have the money at the time to fix it, so the bike was put in the garage where it's been pretty much since. Anyway, I've finally got the urge and the resources so i've started doing it up.
So far i've been busy just with stripping it down. Why is it never as easy as it sounds in the haynes manual!
I've never done such an extensive rebuild before so I would appreciate any help that can be given with the inevitable questions that i will face.
The forum's been really handy so far just for searching through all the info on the site, it's a really good resource.
Anyway, thanks for reading,
Ben
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Posted 19 June 2010 - 07:02 pm
Hi Ben. Welcome to the mad house and one of the best bike forums out there. 
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Posted 19 June 2010 - 08:13 pm
Barty
Merci de nous rejoindre sur Carpe
Although I didn't do an active promotion of Carpe t Barty, I wonder if I a accruing any bonus point for introducing a new member? Perhaps a voucher for a cake at my first G2G with Carpe member?
Merci de nous rejoindre sur Carpe
Although I didn't do an active promotion of Carpe t Barty, I wonder if I a accruing any bonus point for introducing a new member? Perhaps a voucher for a cake at my first G2G with Carpe member?
Darwin theory in action - Natural evolution from 4 legs to 2, from 4 wheels to 2
Yam DTR125 / Yam TTR250 / Blue TDM900 2005
Fender extension; Right miror extension; Tutoro oiler; Frank Thomas leather Bullit Retro Jacket with Knox back protector for normal time and textile jacket with forcefield 4 for long trips, monolock plate with E45 GIVI top case, Michelin PR2
Fender extension; Right miror extension; Tutoro oiler; Frank Thomas leather Bullit Retro Jacket with Knox back protector for normal time and textile jacket with forcefield 4 for long trips, monolock plate with E45 GIVI top case, Michelin PR2
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Posted 19 June 2010 - 08:15 pm
QUOTE(Fernihough @ Sat 19th Jun 2010, 09:13 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Barty
Merci de nous rejoindre sur Carpe
Although I didn't do an active promotion of Carpe t Barty, I wonder if I a accruing any bonus point for introducing a new member? Perhaps a voucher for a cake at my first G2G with Carpe member?
Merci de nous rejoindre sur Carpe
Although I didn't do an active promotion of Carpe t Barty, I wonder if I a accruing any bonus point for introducing a new member? Perhaps a voucher for a cake at my first G2G with Carpe member?
Join us next sunday and i'm sure you'll be ordained into the church of cakefulness
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#669
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Posted 19 June 2010 - 08:26 pm
QUOTE(Moose @ Sat 19th Jun 2010, 09:15 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Join us next sunday and i'm sure you'll be ordained into the church of cakefulness
Perhaps not next Sunday but I feel the urge to make it happen soon! I also feel like raising the profile of Normandie which most of you only pass through without stopping and enjoying the numerous cakes. In France, each town has a food speciality. Every over town will have a cake speciality. The "Normandy cakes route" may sound attractive for a week end ride and safer than the "Vosges wines route"
Darwin theory in action - Natural evolution from 4 legs to 2, from 4 wheels to 2
Yam DTR125 / Yam TTR250 / Blue TDM900 2005
Fender extension; Right miror extension; Tutoro oiler; Frank Thomas leather Bullit Retro Jacket with Knox back protector for normal time and textile jacket with forcefield 4 for long trips, monolock plate with E45 GIVI top case, Michelin PR2
Fender extension; Right miror extension; Tutoro oiler; Frank Thomas leather Bullit Retro Jacket with Knox back protector for normal time and textile jacket with forcefield 4 for long trips, monolock plate with E45 GIVI top case, Michelin PR2
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Posted 20 June 2010 - 06:02 am
QUOTE(trevini @ Sat 19th Jun 2010, 08:02 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Hi Ben. Welcome to the mad house and one of the best bike forums out there.
Thanks for the welcome
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Posted 20 June 2010 - 06:19 am
QUOTE(bngldsmth @ Sun 20th Jun 2010, 07:02 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
Thanks for the welcome
Ben, you are welcome AND, in response to your last post, you are welcome
Darwin theory in action - Natural evolution from 4 legs to 2, from 4 wheels to 2
Yam DTR125 / Yam TTR250 / Blue TDM900 2005
Fender extension; Right miror extension; Tutoro oiler; Frank Thomas leather Bullit Retro Jacket with Knox back protector for normal time and textile jacket with forcefield 4 for long trips, monolock plate with E45 GIVI top case, Michelin PR2
Fender extension; Right miror extension; Tutoro oiler; Frank Thomas leather Bullit Retro Jacket with Knox back protector for normal time and textile jacket with forcefield 4 for long trips, monolock plate with E45 GIVI top case, Michelin PR2
#672
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Posted 24 June 2010 - 10:06 am
Hello
New to the forum ... been biking all my life, with the last 2 years spent on a supermoto.
Originally was sure i was looking for a Mk3 tdm, as on paper looks like a good package ... but the problem is i think i actually prefer the older one in looks ... I know the basics now between models, but i still have a few questions if anyone could help me out ... much appreciated.
1. From old to new, how do the brakes compare ? Miles apart ?
2. Is it essential that both models would need jetting / dyno work / power commander if using cans ... or is it just advisable ?
3. How bad is the gearbox really on the older model ?
4. Do both models use oil ?
Sorry for all the skoolboy questions which i'm sure have been asked many times before ... but any pointers or help would be welcomed.
New to the forum ... been biking all my life, with the last 2 years spent on a supermoto.
Originally was sure i was looking for a Mk3 tdm, as on paper looks like a good package ... but the problem is i think i actually prefer the older one in looks ... I know the basics now between models, but i still have a few questions if anyone could help me out ... much appreciated.
1. From old to new, how do the brakes compare ? Miles apart ?
2. Is it essential that both models would need jetting / dyno work / power commander if using cans ... or is it just advisable ?
3. How bad is the gearbox really on the older model ?
4. Do both models use oil ?
Sorry for all the skoolboy questions which i'm sure have been asked many times before ... but any pointers or help would be welcomed.
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Posted 24 June 2010 - 10:30 am
1) comparing new with new there ain't much difference.
2) no and no in my opinion
3) its fine it just clunks. A few peeps have reported problems jumping out of 3rd.....RUN AWAY if thats the case
4) both mkI and mkII def do. ....and some 9'ers seem to too if ridden hard. The true test of oil use it to go to NOTNs September meet oooop in Scootland.
2) no and no in my opinion
3) its fine it just clunks. A few peeps have reported problems jumping out of 3rd.....RUN AWAY if thats the case
4) both mkI and mkII def do. ....and some 9'ers seem to too if ridden hard. The true test of oil use it to go to NOTNs September meet oooop in Scootland.
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Doin valve clearances? Use dappers valve shim exchange program and the job will be carroty - Free (other than you postin me yer shims) for sporting members.
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Posted 24 June 2010 - 02:16 pm
QUOTE(dapleb @ Thu 24th Jun 2010, 11:30 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
1) comparing new with new there ain't much difference.
2) no and no in my opinion
3) its fine it just clunks. A few peeps have reported problems jumping out of 3rd.....RUN AWAY if thats the case
4) both mkI and mkII def do. ....and some 9'ers seem to too if ridden hard. The true test of oil use it to go to NOTNs September meet oooop in Scootland.
2) no and no in my opinion
3) its fine it just clunks. A few peeps have reported problems jumping out of 3rd.....RUN AWAY if thats the case
4) both mkI and mkII def do. ....and some 9'ers seem to too if ridden hard. The true test of oil use it to go to NOTNs September meet oooop in Scootland.
Cracking mate for that, thanks.
#675
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Posted 24 June 2010 - 05:58 pm
The newer 900 has Bluespot calipers, the same as the R1 and some other Yamaha bikes, and they're a common modification to the 850's. I really notice the added performance of the bluespots on my Mk1 with a pillion on but riding solo I don't think there's much in it.
1992 Mk1, 76k miles, Hagon springs, MTC exhaust, 4½ gears Gone now 
2009 900 abs, 42k miles, Yamaha heated grips, double bubble screen, R&G crash bungs, scottoiler, Autocom, 1500 lumen LED spotlights.
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Posted 24 June 2010 - 06:58 pm
QUOTE(ChrisG @ Thu 24th Jun 2010, 06:58 PM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
I really notice the added performance of the bluespots on my Mk1 with a pillion on but riding solo I don't think there's much in it.
Same on my MK2... If you ride solo, don't think you will notice much difference (unless you like trackdays).
Oh and hello Bear!
Edited by alunl, 24 June 2010 - 06:59 pm.
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#677
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Posted 26 June 2010 - 07:50 am
HI guy's, I am new to the TDM family but already been spotted by Big Dave 
I am riding Red & Black Mk2. Only just bought it from 'g4pogo' so I have to say thanks for great bike!
I am riding Red & Black Mk2. Only just bought it from 'g4pogo' so I have to say thanks for great bike!
Two roads diverged in a yellow wood,
And sorry I could not travel both
And be one traveler, long I stood
And looked down one as far as I could
To where it bent in the undergrowth;
And sorry I could not travel both
And be one traveler, long I stood
And looked down one as far as I could
To where it bent in the undergrowth;
#678
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Posted 26 June 2010 - 07:58 am
AH finally at last he joins, Hello and welcome to the real motorbike forum nephie, ya know it's better than that Hoohar thing ya had before 
Bigred mk1 R1 Calipers- Braided lines- Givi wing rack-Crash bungs- Hi vis bullets-PR2's- and a hoot to ride.
Quad 900 Silver Laser duo tech pipes-Scott oiler-Engine crash bars- Radiator mounted see me ring LED's-Datatool system 3 alarm -Centre stand- Extender fender-Renthal bars-Handle bar risers-Mirror extenders-BMW GS Handgaurds-Acumen uprated horn & Nautilus-Stainless steel Radiator guard-Givi wing rack-OEM screen-Yammy touring screen-MRA Vario-MRA Double bubble cut down for fast as fk riding-Tiger screen-Tank protector-Stomp grip panels-Optimate lead Gone to Heaven
1991 MK1 in need of some TLC watch this space Gone to Heaven Sorted and on the Road Mick it's the bike that Jack built
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Posted 26 June 2010 - 08:16 am
QUOTE(dablik @ Sat 26th Jun 2010, 08:58 AM) <{POST_SNAPBACK}>
AH finally at last he joins, Hello and welcome to the real motorbike forum nephie, ya know it's better than that Hoohar thing ya had before
Hey that was a good bike until I tried to ride it on the drystone wall
!!! But hey this one is great as well!
Two roads diverged in a yellow wood,
And sorry I could not travel both
And be one traveler, long I stood
And looked down one as far as I could
To where it bent in the undergrowth;
And sorry I could not travel both
And be one traveler, long I stood
And looked down one as far as I could
To where it bent in the undergrowth;
#680
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Posted 26 June 2010 - 04:11 pm
Corouk Nice bike !
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