RFlash
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There is a lot of info dotted all around this forum, some relevant some not so. I would just like to bring together a lot of it for ease and convenience and to stimulate conversation on the matter with like minds.
Anyway, this is my third chinese 66cc, first was stolen, second was built for a friend and now, building a third for myself once more. I have need for cheap transport, and frankly, I enjoy riding these bikes a lot.
My last one I made a lot of commonsense changes, added a better kill switch, replaced sparkplug with a high temp motorbike one, best oil available, new wiring etc.
I am after the changes which are not too expensive (I am now a student) and generally lead to an improvement of the overall situation. I was always fixing thrown chains due to crappy runners etc, I know that has been rectified.
I am considering the following:
*Fill bike tubes as much as I can with spray foam filler for deadening
*Cover inside of mounting brackets with thin rubber before mounting
*Replace head studs and bolts with high tensile
*Replace grip shift
*Replace cables
*Fit a metal tool box to a rack on the back with an alarm
*Locate electronics in said tool box with keyswitch (or relay via alarm) (Alarm charged at night as bike is stored inside, 12-14v gel cel)
*New carb (No idea which one)
*Drill 2 holes in baffle
Generally, aside from having to straighten spokes and fix thrown chains, I had a good biking experience so far, I am a girl, I do not have a workshop of any kind and I have limited tools, mostly cheap stuff, ie: no torque wrench. (Hence, I do not want to spend countless amounts on tools)
I just want something that wont break down when I need it most, I know that most will just say upgrade to a Robin or such, but that isn't an option for me atm, I do look after my stuff and dont mind giving the bike a quick once over look and adjustment on the weekends.
Sound good?
Anyway, this is my third chinese 66cc, first was stolen, second was built for a friend and now, building a third for myself once more. I have need for cheap transport, and frankly, I enjoy riding these bikes a lot.
My last one I made a lot of commonsense changes, added a better kill switch, replaced sparkplug with a high temp motorbike one, best oil available, new wiring etc.
I am after the changes which are not too expensive (I am now a student) and generally lead to an improvement of the overall situation. I was always fixing thrown chains due to crappy runners etc, I know that has been rectified.
I am considering the following:
*Fill bike tubes as much as I can with spray foam filler for deadening
*Cover inside of mounting brackets with thin rubber before mounting
*Replace head studs and bolts with high tensile
*Replace grip shift
*Replace cables
*Fit a metal tool box to a rack on the back with an alarm
*Locate electronics in said tool box with keyswitch (or relay via alarm) (Alarm charged at night as bike is stored inside, 12-14v gel cel)
*New carb (No idea which one)
*Drill 2 holes in baffle
Generally, aside from having to straighten spokes and fix thrown chains, I had a good biking experience so far, I am a girl, I do not have a workshop of any kind and I have limited tools, mostly cheap stuff, ie: no torque wrench. (Hence, I do not want to spend countless amounts on tools)
I just want something that wont break down when I need it most, I know that most will just say upgrade to a Robin or such, but that isn't an option for me atm, I do look after my stuff and dont mind giving the bike a quick once over look and adjustment on the weekends.
Sound good?