DenArnold
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ABS was definitely off, but I was braking first on gravel and then ended up braking on grass...which I slipped through and could not avoid tipping over the edge
Finally...another bike for DenArnold
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DenArnold
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overdue maintenance
Well I reckon it was finally time to have a closer look and do some maintenance on my new black little Tiger. She has given me much fun over the past year, both on road as off road. She sendured lots of dirt and some dropps, one flat tire, a bent gear-pedal and now some issues with her idling.
So I took some wrenchtime and removed the fueltank (not before I removed a lot of plastic covers) and the airbox. Noticed (not to my surprise) a dirty airfilter, dust on the TPS and throthle cable (couls this cause the idle issue?) and lot's of dirt on top of engine...so also took her out for a proper cleaning (not after I taped off the flies and electric connectors)
On order a new K&N Airfilter
To do; replace rear brake pad, adjust chain slack, get the bike into the dealer to check the TPS-steppenmotor or TCU
Well I reckon it was finally time to have a closer look and do some maintenance on my new black little Tiger. She has given me much fun over the past year, both on road as off road. She sendured lots of dirt and some dropps, one flat tire, a bent gear-pedal and now some issues with her idling.
So I took some wrenchtime and removed the fueltank (not before I removed a lot of plastic covers) and the airbox. Noticed (not to my surprise) a dirty airfilter, dust on the TPS and throthle cable (couls this cause the idle issue?) and lot's of dirt on top of engine...so also took her out for a proper cleaning (not after I taped off the flies and electric connectors)
On order a new K&N Airfilter
To do; replace rear brake pad, adjust chain slack, get the bike into the dealer to check the TPS-steppenmotor or TCU
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Hail
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I had that cursed idle issue. From everything I have read we will have that issue every so often. Was a combination of three things. Stepper motor being gummed up (they do not lube the shaft at the factory), throttle bodies way out of sync and fouled spark plugs. Never would have guessed I would need plugs after 9,0000 miles.
DenArnold
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Under warranty TPS has been replaced and mapping refreshed. Also installed "warm" sparkplugs NGK CR8EK. These should improve the way the engine behaves in urban and offroad mode.
Next weeks will attempt to replace myself the tires. Got the Michelin Anakee 3 ready to be mounted. And will order some heated grips to keep the inside of the hands warm...
Next weeks will attempt to replace myself the tires. Got the Michelin Anakee 3 ready to be mounted. And will order some heated grips to keep the inside of the hands warm...
DenArnold
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DenArnold
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I discovered my right front suspension seals are leaking on my little black tiger (and this after just 10k km) . I am taking the opportunity to replace the springs (OEM too soft) with Hyperpro Progressive springs and have the cartridge adapted to have a more suitable (for my riding style) setting in next coming weeks.
Also got me a second front fender, which I intend to paint to match the colours of the riding school I teach basic dirtriding for allroads.
Installed heated grips recently too.
Also got me a second front fender, which I intend to paint to match the colours of the riding school I teach basic dirtriding for allroads.
Installed heated grips recently too.
DenArnold
Wizard
New Hyperpro progressive springs installed and also adjusted the shims. The front suspension is a bit stiffer now and smoother in the rebound.
Also had some neopreen socks mounted while the forks were removed, this to have some more protection against dirt etc on the seals.
And while I was busy, purchased and mounted 20mm bar risers
Also had some neopreen socks mounted while the forks were removed, this to have some more protection against dirt etc on the seals.
And while I was busy, purchased and mounted 20mm bar risers
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Oldschool
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Nice
How do you like the new mirrors so far? The risers are mild but must make control while standing better. The fork skins will help, but if you run in muddy conditions they can also hold dirt in so keep that in mind. One of these comes in handy to clean out the cause of minor leaks.
Link: Risk Racing Motorcoss | Seal Doctor - fixing leaky fork seals!
How do you like the new mirrors so far? The risers are mild but must make control while standing better. The fork skins will help, but if you run in muddy conditions they can also hold dirt in so keep that in mind. One of these comes in handy to clean out the cause of minor leaks.
Link: Risk Racing Motorcoss | Seal Doctor - fixing leaky fork seals!
DenArnold
Wizard
The 20mm risers are indeed mild, no immediate impact on your arms positionwhile riding street, but when offroad standing up I noticed less impact on my shoulders. So definitley worth the purchase.
And yes these mirrors are great. Going offroad I tend to close one in and only use one if needed
Thanks for the Fork Sealer tip.
Already been looking for alternative socks wich can be easily removed, by means of velcro. Alternative is I cut these open and stich some velcro bands in it...
Oldschool
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Shock Sox
Here is a link: Berm Motorsports | Shock Sox | Ten Second Removable Fork Seal Protector – berm-shock-sox
Here is a link: Berm Motorsports | Shock Sox | Ten Second Removable Fork Seal Protector – berm-shock-sox
DenArnold
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Hellgate
Wizard
Beautiful trails.
DenArnold
Wizard
and another day of getting her to places where she's designed for
One the way to Bastogne
Remembering the BAttle of the Bulge, at La Roche
Going dirty
crossroads
U-turn
Muddy waters
The stuff toothpicks are made off
Through the fields
into the bush
and hitting the slippery mud (The Anakees did relative good there, with the necessary slipping and sliding)
End Destination Bastogne War Memorial
One the way to Bastogne
Remembering the BAttle of the Bulge, at La Roche
Going dirty
crossroads
U-turn
Muddy waters
The stuff toothpicks are made off
Through the fields
into the bush
and hitting the slippery mud (The Anakees did relative good there, with the necessary slipping and sliding)
End Destination Bastogne War Memorial
DenArnold
Wizard
Managed to get some more kilometers onthe bike, but mostly paved roads. Last week we went to our annual Allroad Endurofun day. So I mounted TKC80s for the challenge. Despite the rain the past weeks prior to the actual riding day, it was already pretty dry (with exception of a few mud puddles) so I could have done the route perfectly with the Anakees
Anyway some pictures to give an idea. Also had the bad luck to pick up a marble plinter on the road, which was long enough to puncture trough the nob the innertube. So had to drive back on a flat tire to the nearest garage to have it repaired.
Anyway some pictures to give an idea. Also had the bad luck to pick up a marble plinter on the road, which was long enough to puncture trough the nob the innertube. So had to drive back on a flat tire to the nearest garage to have it repaired.
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Oldschool
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One of the skills of riding dual-sport is doing tire repairs. It is a pain (in the fingers) but sometimes you won't have the option of a garage for repair. Having a patch kit and spare tube/s is something I always carry. The first time was stressful, but now I don't worry about it. Tire irons, a tube (Front size), tire lube (most tire shops will give you some if you bring in a small container to fill) and a small bicycle pump is all you need. A rag or wet-wipes to clean your hands are a good Idea to. The TKC is an easy tire to change as the side walls are nice and flexible and to break the bead on the rear a short ride on the flat will do it. Usually by the time you notice the flat the tire has come off of at least one bead and that is all you need. A boot heel will do the rest. As a temporary fix a front tube can be used in the rear to get you to civilization. I usually only carry a front tube (standard 2mil) on short day trips, and both a front and rear on long trips. I run ultra-heavy-duty (6mil) tubes front and back and that stone probably wouldn't have gone through. Contrary to what some say, the UHD tubes have never given me issues even when running all day on high speed pavement and have saved me a few pinch flats and puncture flats over the years. They are too bulky to carry as spares though.
No need to fully remove the tire for a patch (unless your patch glue has dried out) Tip; put a new tube of glue in your kit every season.
Big nail killed an UHD Tube.
By the way, how do you like the TKC's? They are a favorite 50/50 tire of mine, and I always end up coming back to using the front one, regardless of what I put on the rear. The rear TKC-80 just doesn't last enough on the 990 and is too pricey as a result.
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DenArnold
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early Xmas present
Early Xmas present from the missus: a mint condition second hand steel rear Wheel rim, including brakedisc and abs ring. This will soon carry my streettire Anakee3.
So it will be plug and play to change my Tiger from a streetbike to an Offroad bike...the nobbie-tire remains on the spoked rim.
The front Wheel I may have a chance to buy a slightly damaged 19" steel rim (will have to wait how the repairs went)
Early Xmas present from the missus: a mint condition second hand steel rear Wheel rim, including brakedisc and abs ring. This will soon carry my streettire Anakee3.
So it will be plug and play to change my Tiger from a streetbike to an Offroad bike...the nobbie-tire remains on the spoked rim.
The front Wheel I may have a chance to buy a slightly damaged 19" steel rim (will have to wait how the repairs went)
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DenArnold
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At first it does need to get used to ride these on street.
So far experience is pretty good where I still need to grasp the idea on riding on lower pressures.
What pressures do you maintain on dirt roads?
Oldschool
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I tried airing down on gravel and dirt (by almost 10 psi)and found that it was hard to tell a difference, except that the rim took many more hits (that you could feel). Without rim-locks the tire could also slip, risking a valve stem being ripped off. This is something that a heavy dual-sport bike would be more prone to, so I stopped airing down, running the same pressure, street or trail. It forces you to improve your bike and throttle control and after a time you don't even think about it anymore.
Over here the terrain is very Rocky, so I ride gravel and rock more often than dirt. Lowering tire pressure has more hazards than benefits in those conditions.
I do notice that the best tire for this (so far) is the Mitas E-07 on the rear. It has good performance both off and on road, running at 38 psi. I run a E-09 Mitas on the front, for now, but plan on going back to a Continental TKC-80 for next season. I run 30 psi all the time in the front tire for best lifespan and performance.
Light dirt-only machines will benefit from reduced pressures far more without the problems that the heavier machines have doing so.
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DenArnold
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Almost completed my quest for "doubling" my Black Tiger.
I have embarked the challenging quest to find a complete set of rims, including brakediscs. After several searches (thank you internet!) I have now in da house
1 complete alu casted 17" rear rim with brake discs, abs ring and rear sprocket included (obviously I change each time the current used sprocket)
1 in good condition (after repair) a alu casted 19" front rim, with separately purchased good set of brakediscs and bolts. Missing still a front ABS ring
Having looked at the new prices for original rims (around 1200€ each complete Wheel) I have now (almost) a complete set of wheels for less than 600€.
With having that set nearly in place, it'll be a 30' job to transfer the Tiger from a Streetbike to an Offroad bike....
I have embarked the challenging quest to find a complete set of rims, including brakediscs. After several searches (thank you internet!) I have now in da house
1 complete alu casted 17" rear rim with brake discs, abs ring and rear sprocket included (obviously I change each time the current used sprocket)
1 in good condition (after repair) a alu casted 19" front rim, with separately purchased good set of brakediscs and bolts. Missing still a front ABS ring
Having looked at the new prices for original rims (around 1200€ each complete Wheel) I have now (almost) a complete set of wheels for less than 600€.
With having that set nearly in place, it'll be a 30' job to transfer the Tiger from a Streetbike to an Offroad bike....
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DenArnold
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Abnormal wear and tear:
At 15k km, I found myself about 50km from home, the gear stuck in first. Unable to even manually switch gear to neutral or other. So I found myself cruising in 1st gear at low speed back to home and calling my dealer to pick it up for repair.
It revealed that the connection shaft, which connects the gear pedal to the clutch, was abnormally worn.
Lucky it was agreed by Triumph Belgium to have it repaired under warranty...
At 15k km, I found myself about 50km from home, the gear stuck in first. Unable to even manually switch gear to neutral or other. So I found myself cruising in 1st gear at low speed back to home and calling my dealer to pick it up for repair.
It revealed that the connection shaft, which connects the gear pedal to the clutch, was abnormally worn.
Lucky it was agreed by Triumph Belgium to have it repaired under warranty...
