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Post by skyrider on Sept 18, 2014 21:40:22 GMT -6
But did you short between the two big terminals of the starter solenoid? There are two large terminals, one wire goes to the positive battery and the other goes directly to the starter. Use a screwdriver and short between these two terminals. That will tell us if the starter works or not. First things first. You said the solenoid clicks but that doesn't tell if the solenoid is making contact inside. If you do this test and the starter works, my guess is that it is a bad solenoid. Do this simple test and let us know what happens and we can go from there.
That solenoid failed on the Jonway that I had.
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Post by skyrider on Sept 15, 2014 9:42:18 GMT -6
I think the condition you describe on the lights coming on is normal. That is how it worked on the one I had and also the Reflex that I ride now.
The first thing I would check is the starter relay which is located by the battery under the seat. Take a screwdriver and short between the two big terminals and make sure the starter works. If it does then it is a matter of following the circuit through to see which component failed or which connector in not making contact.
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Post by skyrider on Aug 21, 2014 11:12:44 GMT -6
Welcome Bod. You will find good help here.
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Post by skyrider on Aug 21, 2014 8:07:12 GMT -6
Well we were working our way across country from my brother's place south of Fayetteville to our son's place in PA. Taking all summer to go there and back. Stopping at Coast to Coast resorts and ROD resorts along the way. And there are two in that area so we could stay a week at each for free.
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Post by skyrider on Aug 13, 2014 9:18:58 GMT -6
I am running a tire experiment on my Reflex. I thought this might be of interest to others.
When I bought the Reflex they put a Bridgestone tire on the back (the front was still useable). It lasted 'til I got back from my trip in 2013 to Arkie land. That was about 7000 total miles on the rear tire. At that point I bought a pair of Shinko tires and changed both. (Unlike the clones the Reflex runs 120/70/13 in front and 130/ 70/12 in the rear). The rear Shinko was gone in 4000 (front is still good for quite a while yet). While we were near Riverside CA I ran over to Chaparral Motor Sports and picked up a Michelin Booper, that lasted 4000. Next I bought another Shinko (different series) and at 1250 miles is was going fast, I could have probably safely run it another 500 miles or so.
Somewhere I saw a post by someone who reported that he and some friends has run a 145R12 auto tire on the rear with good results. That is the size used on the early Geo Metros (really great cars). They are hard to find but I located one on line and ordered it. Since we were in PA visiting our son and will be here longer than we are in many places I went ahead and installed that tire so if it was unsatisfactory I could get something else and change again.
I have put more than 300 miles on it and so far really like it. I was unsure how it would handle on hard corners but so far I can see no difference on that. It is about 10% more circumference so it makes that much difference and slows the engine down considerable which is great for cruising.
I have been riding through the hills of PA and eastern OH pushing it hard on corners to be sure the all weather tread pattern is going to hold when leaning hard. Dry road, wet road, and during hard rain plus 50 miles of 70 MPH interstate. I like it plus it seems to have raised my gas mileage noticeably.
As the miles mount up I will post updates here on this thread. I don't know of any other brand or model that this could be done on.
Skyrider
PS: The tires on my Jonway YY250T was about the same. 2000 on original and 4000 on subsequent rear tires.
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Post by skyrider on Aug 13, 2014 6:37:08 GMT -6
And on top of that, if my memory is correct, your Mrs. still has three children of her own still at home!
Bless you Jack. You are better man than I.
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Post by skyrider on Aug 12, 2014 10:17:41 GMT -6
Welcome ! And if you need advice we have some of the most knowledgeable people here.
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Post by skyrider on Aug 12, 2014 10:08:54 GMT -6
My guess is that the valve stem broke off and all of the other damage is the result.
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Post by skyrider on Aug 6, 2014 7:45:13 GMT -6
Welcome to the group .
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Post by skyrider on Jul 23, 2014 13:23:23 GMT -6
Now there is another reason I ride a Honda. K & N sold me a filter that will last the rest of my life.
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Post by skyrider on Jul 13, 2014 17:24:13 GMT -6
I spent the afternoon scooting around SW Tennessee (I believe that is bobcats stomping grounds) and what a beautiful area for scootin' around. Verdant green hills, fields, and woods with winding roads and little traffic. I love it.
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Post by skyrider on Jun 30, 2014 18:00:22 GMT -6
Today's ride was from Shirley AR to Elkins via AR 16, then by county road to my brothers for lunch. Return to Elkins to pick up AR74, 123,65 and others to return to Shirley. Total 380 miles.
JR I suppose the waterfalls on the mountain above you is running pretty good with all of the recent rain.
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Post by skyrider on Jun 19, 2014 21:35:52 GMT -6
I replace the windshield on my Reflex with a 5 inch taller one. Too tall, so I cut it off two inches. for me that is just right.
As I recall the GIVI is two inches taller. i had ordered one of those but after several months they were unable to deliver so i canceled and ordered the taller one, had it in less than a week. yes it did make a difference in top speed.
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Post by skyrider on Jun 7, 2014 17:46:17 GMT -6
This is a terrific idea! I just don't know where to put my pin since we are full time RVers almost constantly on the move.
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