I am not sure what it means either, but Ithink I will replace mine as long as I have a couple new one's and start the season out on a good note. How difficult...
Front is pretty self evident. The back requires the muffler to be removed. Then it is more obvious. Doesn't one of these sites have the procedure? See if...
... I beleive this might be "normal" for a Helix. I know that I have some sort of harmonic at higher speeds. Guess I'll have to pay more attention next time...
... I agree with Hutch! If they are showing weathering (Dry rot) it won't be long before you're at least in the Emergency Room! Change those OLD tires! Mike...
The only tires I got expected mileage, decent wear with great traction were Bridgestone and Dunlop. Mileage was minimally 6K on both front and back altho more...
... A fellow who knows more than me told me that tires that are several years old should be changed, especially if they show fine cracks. (It ain't the mileage...
Hey Bill, Where do you get your tires and get them mounted in Houston? I'm imminently in need of fronts and figure I'll do the rear as well. Thanks. Cheers! ...
Jack... I use 6-ply tires on my Helix. They are trailer tires. They are very, very tough will last as long as you want them and they have been absolutely ...
Here is my two cents worth on tires.... my scoot came with Dunlaps the rear only lasted for 7000 miles and the front for 12,000 I have since replaced them both...
Henry, I'll check around here and see what I can find on the procedure. Do you change your own once you have them off or do you go to a shop and have them do...
Randy, Thanks for your input. From what I gather looking back in the archives and from talking with locals 6 to 10k sounds about right. Is it very hard to...
Ed, WOW! sounds like a cool trip you had. Maybe I'll brave one that long someday. Any problems during that trip? Mileage on your tires coinsides with what...
Ok, guess I deserved that... Does anyone know an online source to purchase brake shoes? I know Service Honda probably has them, but I understand you have to...
In the past I have had the local Honda shop mount the tires. I now have a tire changer which I have not yet tried. I will have to report on that later. There...
Thanks Bill! Do you know of a way to get more of the rear tires? I'm assuming Northern Tool doesn't have it, yes? Cheers! Jack ... very, very ... absolutely ...
Howdy Girls & Boys, After a prolonged vacation from scooter related and unrelated activities, I have returned to active, sort of, status. Today I finished...
... As far as balancing goes, I've always used Roll-On (similar to Slime). Not only does protect against punctures, it also helps balance the wheels! Mike in...
Welcome back Doof....ah, I mean Don. Nothing beats that first ride after a looong cold winter, but it'll be even better on a warm, sunny day. I hope one...
Mel: Here's what I do for all my scooters: I find really good spare rims with whatever tires on ebay for next to nothing. Then, on those rims, I replace the...
Keep us posted on the mileage you get out of the Pirelli's. . If you get better traction but less mileage, then the tradeoff is worth it from a safety...
Randy, Thanks alot for your info, sounds like a great idea. I'll have to start looking around for a spare set of rims. I do have a set of new Bridgestones on...
... I'll be sure to post once they are worn out. Being a "big" guy it will be interesting to know. I get about 5k out of my rear Bridgestones and about 7k...
Does anyone else experience a noticeable engine buzz at 60 mph and above? I can hear it and also feel it through the seat, sort of a harmonic resonance...
Hey there, I've been looking at a lot of postings on tires. I've decided to take a turn with the pirelli line. I'm thinking of the handling factor as well...
Not to worry, it's been discussed before, the Harmonic Resonance is created by the vibration of the spring on the rear shock. If you do a search on this site...
... It IS the old "Helix" harmonics! We ALL have it, just at different speeds. Mine is about 62 and eases up at about 66. On your 87 it might also be the...
thanks to all who gave advice and helped me with my FIRST oil change on my own for the helix. I took my time to do it correctly and am glad i had everyones...
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