We'll buy it and just strip it for the stainless....................................
Sending you the cleaning bill Ali!
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What Have You Done To Your Tdm Today?
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#1381
TDMick
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Posted 26 February 2016 - 12:30 am
Growing old is compulsory, growing up is optional
Who dies with the most toys wins!
2010 'stealth' grey 900. '14 plate. engine bars, Centre stand, datatool alarm, datatag, E22s, Cree DRLs, Barkbuster handguards, Carpe sticker. Led running lights
#1382
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Posted 26 February 2016 - 07:14 am
We'll buy it and just strip it for the stainless....................................
The easy way: Dip it in salty water and let the rest rust away.....
Bjørge
#1383
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- Location:Market Harborough, England
- TDM model: 2010
Posted 26 February 2016 - 06:59 pm
Had a great day with Mr Henty. It was a pleasure to meet him for the first time. He came to my place and helped (By that I mean I watched and held things and tried to learn!) sort me bike out. Fitting many, many titanium bolts, some lovely silicone hoses, a wee Magneti Marelli lithium battery, some R&G fork protectors and some smart SW-Motech frame sliders (I'm sure there was loads more...).
Not all went to plan though. The Renthal 789 streetfighter bars were a problem. All the lines were too short, so a bit of research and enquires will be needed to get them on, but they will get put on!
But the biggest shock was what was already on/in the bike!!! Arnold's Motorcycles had "looked" after this bike before I found this wonderful site. This is what we found...
Wrong coolant had been put in.
Radiator hoses had barely been tightened let alone fitted properly.
Oxford heated grips fitted in such a bodge. They had what Lee referred to as an "Abortion", so that obviously isn't good!
Not a long list but considering that was done by an official Yamaha dealer, I'm shocked and f-ing annoyed. 
But the very best thing about the day was A) Meeting Lee, A bloody genius and a very friendly chap to spend a cold day chatting with. And B) Realising that this site is more than a website to gain info. There really are peeps out there that are only to willing to give you their time and effort and expertise. Lee has saved me a whole lot of time, hassle and I'm sure money!
So to you all out there that give advice and help can I say I'm very very grateful and appreciate all the effort that comes with it. But for today I'd especially like to thank Lee for helping me...
Thanks Lee 
P.S. I know there should be photos but it was getting dark and bloody cold so hopefully tomorrow chaps!
#1384
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Posted 26 February 2016 - 08:43 pm
You are welcome, a very enjoyable day spent fitting the best shiny Titanium screws Probolt has to offer. 
The Abba stand adapter has been made tapered which is why it doesn't fit properly so I'll correct it for you and post back asap. That fancy battery, is light as a feather and has a self test button which is useful.
Those frame sliders are the dogs 
very well made but - one point for using cross head screws for the decals but easy to make them stainless.
. I was very surprised to find all the hose clips very loose. The new hoses are really nice, so I've ordered a set with stainless clips. I still managed to slip a few stainless screws in some out of the way places. 
Thanks to your Mum for kindly providing coffee at regular intervals,
2002 900 silver,oil pressure switch with brass 90 degree conversion, RG fork protectors. Wilburs custom made rear Shock with remote hydraulic preload and RG shocktube, Wilburs front springs. Scotoiler with a custom made swing arm delivery unit. Silicone radiator hoses.BMW 1150 handguards with Touratech extensions, Carbon Fibre yoke cover and fender extenda, MRA flip screen, Yamaha Engine bars, SW Motech Centre Stand, Kappa wingrack three box Luggage with E21's as option from the K960 boxes, Zumo 660 satnav on Touratech mount, Led Voltage monitor, Baglux tank cover, Clear LED Rear light, Aux LED brake light, Stainless rear axle nut, stainless chain adjusters, stainless wheel spacers front and rear, Probolt Polished Stainless Flanged Hex engine screws, Polished stainless fairing screws, stainless disc bolts. Titanium brake pins front, Probolt Titanium Flanged Hex Front Caliper Bolts & Rear caliper slide pins.<p>Top Sellerie double gel pad seat. Carbon Fibre inner dash and side infill panels. Anodised black alloy swingarm pivot bolt covers and footpegs, Nano II Gear indicator.
#1385
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Posted 26 February 2016 - 08:48 pm
We'll buy it and just strip it for the stainless....................................
The vultures are circling and it's not stopped kicking yet 
Well tough, because I put new battery on tonight and it struck up no problem so there's life in the old girl yet, she's a teenager already.
take off is planned for tomorrow
Edited by leehenty, 26 February 2016 - 08:50 pm.
2002 900 silver,oil pressure switch with brass 90 degree conversion, RG fork protectors. Wilburs custom made rear Shock with remote hydraulic preload and RG shocktube, Wilburs front springs. Scotoiler with a custom made swing arm delivery unit. Silicone radiator hoses.BMW 1150 handguards with Touratech extensions, Carbon Fibre yoke cover and fender extenda, MRA flip screen, Yamaha Engine bars, SW Motech Centre Stand, Kappa wingrack three box Luggage with E21's as option from the K960 boxes, Zumo 660 satnav on Touratech mount, Led Voltage monitor, Baglux tank cover, Clear LED Rear light, Aux LED brake light, Stainless rear axle nut, stainless chain adjusters, stainless wheel spacers front and rear, Probolt Polished Stainless Flanged Hex engine screws, Polished stainless fairing screws, stainless disc bolts. Titanium brake pins front, Probolt Titanium Flanged Hex Front Caliper Bolts & Rear caliper slide pins.<p>Top Sellerie double gel pad seat. Carbon Fibre inner dash and side infill panels. Anodised black alloy swingarm pivot bolt covers and footpegs, Nano II Gear indicator.
#1386
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Posted 26 February 2016 - 11:51 pm
So now you know why we worship at the House of Henty PV! And you, like others before you have learnt that Yamaha dealers know nothing about TDMs, stay away! You'll learn more at a fettle day. Sorry to hear that your bike's ok Lee!
Edited by chrisr, 26 February 2016 - 11:52 pm.
The Blue One : 2004 model owned 2010-2018 much loved, much missed and now living with a man in Scotland Spain.
The Black One : 2010 Model Registered 2013 owned 2018 - present .Beowulf Cans. Renthal 755s Grip Puppies,15w fork oil,DL650 handguards ,givi engine bars ,led spotlights,gipro gear indicator, shortened dogbones, LeeHenty CSM kit and stainless bits, Topsellerie seat,MRA Xcreen,.PC III (dynoed). K&N airfilter,Fenda extenda. Lots of stainless/titanium.
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- Location:Wiltshire
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Posted 27 February 2016 - 08:49 am
BSM put new boots on me bike. Michelin Pilot 3's. Thank you BSM & Michelin.
Reckon I was still on the original tyres. Noticed a distinct lack of confidence in them this year, they feel hard and unreliable, not like battleaxes at all. Either that or I'm mindful of my own new metallic, invisible bling in the form of my knee. I'm confident on the bike though, so heading out to scrub the rubber on the twisty setting on the new satnav we fitted during the week. No more cursing waterproof covers I can't see through!
Reckon I was still on the original tyres. Noticed a distinct lack of confidence in them this year, they feel hard and unreliable, not like battleaxes at all. Either that or I'm mindful of my own new metallic, invisible bling in the form of my knee. I'm confident on the bike though, so heading out to scrub the rubber on the twisty setting on the new satnav we fitted during the week. No more cursing waterproof covers I can't see through!
Edited by Kelpie, 27 February 2016 - 08:50 am.
You don't need balls to ride a big bike.
#1388
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Posted 27 February 2016 - 08:51 am
Did he earn the badge yet Lee
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
#1389
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- Location:Market Harborough, England
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Posted 27 February 2016 - 09:55 am
So now you know why we worship at the House of Henty PV! And you, like others before you have learnt that Yamaha dealers know nothing about TDMs, stay away! You'll learn more at a fettle day. Sorry to hear that your bike's ok Lee!
Yes, another one in the congregation.
#1390
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Posted 27 February 2016 - 10:03 am
Did he earn the badge yet Lee
He met with my full approval, not a rusty bolt in sight, I arrived and saw a pile of Probolt bags, so I knew instantly the day would improve. he has a very nice TDM, one of the best I have seen, totally black with nice gloss powder coat on the grab rail and mirror casings.
BSM put new boots on me bike. Michelin Pilot 3's. Thank you BSM & Michelin.
Reckon I was still on the original tyres. Noticed a distinct lack of confidence in them this year, they feel hard and unreliable, not like battleaxes at all. Either that or I'm mindful of my own new metallic, invisible bling in the form of my knee. I'm confident on the bike though, so heading out to scrub the rubber on the twisty setting on the new satnav we fitted during the week. No more cursing waterproof covers I can't see through!
You have your own titanium bits no need to put them on the bike, 
2002 900 silver,oil pressure switch with brass 90 degree conversion, RG fork protectors. Wilburs custom made rear Shock with remote hydraulic preload and RG shocktube, Wilburs front springs. Scotoiler with a custom made swing arm delivery unit. Silicone radiator hoses.BMW 1150 handguards with Touratech extensions, Carbon Fibre yoke cover and fender extenda, MRA flip screen, Yamaha Engine bars, SW Motech Centre Stand, Kappa wingrack three box Luggage with E21's as option from the K960 boxes, Zumo 660 satnav on Touratech mount, Led Voltage monitor, Baglux tank cover, Clear LED Rear light, Aux LED brake light, Stainless rear axle nut, stainless chain adjusters, stainless wheel spacers front and rear, Probolt Polished Stainless Flanged Hex engine screws, Polished stainless fairing screws, stainless disc bolts. Titanium brake pins front, Probolt Titanium Flanged Hex Front Caliper Bolts & Rear caliper slide pins.<p>Top Sellerie double gel pad seat. Carbon Fibre inner dash and side infill panels. Anodised black alloy swingarm pivot bolt covers and footpegs, Nano II Gear indicator.
#1391
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Posted 27 February 2016 - 02:48 pm
You have your own titanium bits no need to put them on the bike,
An Irish buddy of mine suggested I get knee sliders built in but the surgeon declined. Spoil sport. I'm getting a matching one in the right leg after this year's G2G. I'm dying to see if I set off airport alarms but I never fly anywhere any more.
You don't need balls to ride a big bike.
#1392
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Posted 27 February 2016 - 04:30 pm
I've begun retrofitting my handguard LEDs with a full colour multifunction version of my own design, with built in indicator, horn 'visual enhancement' and various animations....video to follow soon.
Ohlins, PC3, fuel cut defeat, +4deg timing, 17" front wheel.
#1393
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Posted 27 February 2016 - 06:18 pm
I've begun retrofitting my handguard LEDs with a full colour multifunction version of my own design, with built in indicator, horn 'visual enhancement' and various animations....video to follow soon.
It's pretty obvious your not required to do the washing up, hoover the house, cook the dinner or walk the dog Chris
Wanna see this one 
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
#1394
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Posted 27 February 2016 - 07:06 pm
It's pretty obvious your not required to do the washing up, hoover the house, cook the dinner or walk the dog Chris
Wanna see this one
Hehe...if only that were the truth !
Ohlins, PC3, fuel cut defeat, +4deg timing, 17" front wheel.
#1395
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Posted 27 February 2016 - 08:33 pm
Gave it a through road test, adjusted the clutch and balanced the throttle bodies, then another road test.
2002 900 silver,oil pressure switch with brass 90 degree conversion, RG fork protectors. Wilburs custom made rear Shock with remote hydraulic preload and RG shocktube, Wilburs front springs. Scotoiler with a custom made swing arm delivery unit. Silicone radiator hoses.BMW 1150 handguards with Touratech extensions, Carbon Fibre yoke cover and fender extenda, MRA flip screen, Yamaha Engine bars, SW Motech Centre Stand, Kappa wingrack three box Luggage with E21's as option from the K960 boxes, Zumo 660 satnav on Touratech mount, Led Voltage monitor, Baglux tank cover, Clear LED Rear light, Aux LED brake light, Stainless rear axle nut, stainless chain adjusters, stainless wheel spacers front and rear, Probolt Polished Stainless Flanged Hex engine screws, Polished stainless fairing screws, stainless disc bolts. Titanium brake pins front, Probolt Titanium Flanged Hex Front Caliper Bolts & Rear caliper slide pins.<p>Top Sellerie double gel pad seat. Carbon Fibre inner dash and side infill panels. Anodised black alloy swingarm pivot bolt covers and footpegs, Nano II Gear indicator.
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Posted 28 February 2016 - 10:38 am
Finished the installation of the LED multifunction handguards, !
I already know how cheesy the horn sounds
Edited by fixitsan, 28 February 2016 - 10:39 am.
Ohlins, PC3, fuel cut defeat, +4deg timing, 17" front wheel.
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900 going for ... 1000cc?
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Posted 28 February 2016 - 10:54 am
Clever stuff!! I like your sticker. That's what my Scottish sons call each other!
You don't need balls to ride a big bike.
#1398
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Posted 28 February 2016 - 11:00 am
Ohlins, PC3, fuel cut defeat, +4deg timing, 17" front wheel.
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Posted 28 February 2016 - 11:40 am
Oh my eyes!
You don't need balls to ride a big bike.
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Posted 28 February 2016 - 11:56 am
Sorry, should've warned you .
'Oh my bank balance' too !
.'Oh my bank balance' too !
Ohlins, PC3, fuel cut defeat, +4deg timing, 17" front wheel.
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