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speaking of which..One of the down pipes on the 2 into 4 exhaust on my GSX1100 snapped just as it entered the balance box; and I couldn’t afford a new exhaust at the time, and it was in a really bad position for patching up. I didn’t know any welders so I went in my garage, found a chrome tube off a Vax carpet shampoo m/c, cut a 5″ pc off and stuffed it half and half into the downpipe and the balance box. Clagged it all round with exhaust putty and that was it job done! Passed its MOT and sounded great; there was one strange side effect though………………..
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“You do the shake-and-vac and put the freshness back, do the shake-and-vac and put the freshness back!”LOL[
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Some more info:
Honda’s class-leading Adventure Touring flagship, the mighty and majestic XL1000V Varadero, opens up a whole new world of riding frontiers to give you the most far-ranging blend of motorcycling enjoyment you’ve ever had the pleasure to experience. Powered by a slim, high-performance fuel-injected 1000cc V-twin engine and ruggedly outfitted for long-distance expeditions over virtually any road you might encounter, the XL1000V Varadero feels just as strong and confident sailing down the motorways as it is exploring less travelled backroads in your search for new adventures.Its broad, windbreaking fairing, progressive long-travel suspension and comprehensive accommodations for two ensure exceptional riding comfort. And the XL1000V Varadero’s easily attached optional luggage system makes longer trips as easy to prepare for as pack, snap on and go. The XL1000V Varadero is also available in an ABS version that complements its responsive Dual Combined Brakes with the confident control of the world’s most advanced motorcycle Antilock Brake System for smooth and swiftly effective stopping control in virtually any road and riding conditions, and a much-appreciated boost in operating confidence when roads turn nasty.
Colours
Shield Silver Metallic
Mute Black Metallic
Pearl Breezy Blue SpecificationsEngine Type – Liquid-cooled 4-stroke 8-valve DOHC 90° V-twin
Displacement – 996cm3
Bore x Stroke – 98 x 66mm
Compression Ratio – 9.8 : 1
Max. Power Output – 69kW/8,000min-1 (95/1/EC)
Max. Torque – 98Nm/6,000min-1 (95/1/EC)
Idling Speed – 1,200min-1
Oil Capacity – 4.1 litres
Carburation – PGM-FI electronic fuel injection
Throttle Bore – 42mm
Aircleaner – Viscous, cartridge-type paper filter
Fuel Tank Capacity – 25 litres (including 4-litre warning light reserve)
Ignition System – Computer-controlled digital transistorised with electronic advance
Ignition Timing – 10° BTDC (idle) ~ 45° BTDC (4,500min-1)
Sparkplug Type – IJR8B9 (NGK)
Starter – Electric
Battery Capacity – 12V/18AH
ACG Output – 434W
Headlights – 12V 60W x 2 (low) / 55W x 2 (high)
Clutch – Wet, multiplate with coil springs
Clutch Operation – Mechanical; cable-actuated
Transmission Type – 6-speed
Primary Reduction – 1.682 (44/74)
Gear Ratios – 1 2.571 (14/36), 2 1.684 (19/32), 3 1.292 (24/31), 4 1.100 (30/33), 5 0.969 (32/31), 6 0.853 (34/29)
Final Reduction – 2.938 (16/47)
Final Drive – O-ring sealed chain
Frame – Diamond; steel tube
Dimensions – (LxWxH) 2,295 x 925 x 1,500mm
Wheelbase – 1,560mm
Caster Angle – 27° 30′
Trail – 110mm
Turning Radius – 2.58m
Seat Height – 838mm
Ground Clearance – 181mm
Dry Weight – 235kg (*241.5kg)
Kerb Weight – 262 (F: 122kg; R: 140kg) (*268.5 (F: 123kg; R: 141.5kg))
Max. Carrying Capacity – 201kg
Loaded Weight – 414kg (F: 154kg; R: 260kg) (*420.5kg (F: 155kg; R: 265.5kg))
Suspension – Front, 43mm telescopic fork, 155mm axle travel, Rear – Pro-Link damper with 40-step spring preload (*and stepless rebound damping) adjustment, 145mm axle travel
Wheels – Front, Hollow-section triple-spoke cast aluminium, Rear – Hollow-section triple-spoke cast aluminium
Rim Size – Front, 19M/C x MT2.50, Rear – 17M/C x MT4.00
Tyre Size – Front, 110/80 R19M/C (59H), Rear – 150/70 R17M/C (69H)
Tyre Pressure – Front, 250kPa, Rear – 250kPa (with passenger: 280kPa)
Brakes – Front, 296 x 4.5mm dual hydraulic disc with Combined 3-piston callipers (*ABS) and sintered metal pads, Rear – 256 x 5mm hydraulic disc with Combined 3-piston calliperBe seen and be Safe!
We used to go to Rhyl or Southport from Liverpool for a bag of chips when we were 17, (nearly 30yrs ago) and even now when I go to Liverpool from Leicester, I have to bring savoury cakes back from the ‘Wok you Like’ chippy in Aintree for me kids.
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