Hi i was looking at my exhaust which is in good condition (from what i can see) but i was looking for alternative SS options are arrow the sole manufacturer of aftermarket manifolds ? Also if you have one are there any benefits over standard ? Weight ,performance etc

The exhaust headers on the transalp, are a sight for sore eyes. Surface rust galore! I've been considering heat wrapping the headers, which I've done previously on car exhaust manifolds. If I was to heat wrap the bike exhaust, with it being open to the elements, if it gets soaked from rain...

My Transalp will only run on one cylinder on idle, it will pick up and run fine from about 2.5K rpm upwards. It's the rear cylinder and I have had the carbs off and apart numerous times. Bike has been off the road for last 12 months as I've been rebuilding it after getting powder coating and...

Hi chaps, due to lack of a job and moving to a flat (no shed argh!) I have to sell my beloved boys toy. Its a 2001 Model which i gave a SERIOUS overhaul to last year. Its had about 20 hours use since So as its an XR the next overhaul needs to be in about 2050 Here is what she's had done; 77mm...

Hi chaps, Ive just returned from a 13 month holiday and the bank balance is looking very sad indeed. This means that (unfortunately) im going to have to part with my baby. What i would like from your well informed selvs is an opinion on the value. Its a 2001 Model which i gave a serious...

Can anyone help me identify this engine ? is it a 600, 650 cc? I'm guessing its from a Transalp my the smaller exhaust manifolds,

Hi all, id just like to have a little boast about my finished XR restoration (ok, so its only a 01 model maybe restoration is a bit strong) Heres what ive done; 77mm piston giving 277cc (WEISCO) Intake and exhaust ports smoothed and matched to manifolds, Stainless steel racing exhaust (CRD)...

Well, after the complete failure of my diy bodged chain oiler (it oiled everything but the chain), i came across this: New TUTORO TWIN FEED Motorcycle Chain Oiler on eBay, also Tools Equipment, Accessories, Motorcycle Parts Accessories, Cars, Parts Vehicles (end time 11-May-09 22:02:53 BST)...

Hi all,i took the carbs off to see if there was anything floating around that could cause my misfire but they were clean inside. I also wanted to have a look at the inlet manifolds as in one of my previous posts was posted a line drawing showing restrictions in them. When i removed them, as...

Hi all, i got a set of plugs today and i'm going to stick them in tomorrow, i've only had the bike 6 weeks or so and havent had the tank off before. Is there anything i need to know ?. I cannot see any positions marked on the 2 fuel taps ( why are there 2 fuel taps??) so if someone can tell me...

Can anyone tell me if XLR250 have a tendency to run hot or lean ? Set up is standard I think for a Jap inport although the main jet at 119 seems a bit small cf to standard around 122 ? Starting hot or cold, running and tickover are all fine except top speed seems a bit slow ( max cruising is...

My Vara's not liking the recent snap of cold weather. Noticeably down on power, requiring more revs to get to "normal speed", feeling like I'm dragging a weight behind me (other than myself of course) and popping and banging like a goodun on the over run. Oh and not keen on idling either unless...