Anyone remove the alternator. If so, what are the steps. I bought the Haynes manual but still have some questions. I don't know if the book is telling you...
It's good practice when working on electrical stuff to disconnect the battery and that will avoid and potential problems cause by accidental things. IIRC... ...
The main wiring harness is fastened to the central spine frame. there is a short bit if wires hanging from there and the connector is there. just follow the...
Just a hint, not necessary, but I found that removing the clutch slave and holding it back with a bungie clears the space needed to put the Torx tool onto...
Hi Folks: I bought a '98 Tbird Sport Saturday. I got in a 100 mile ride Sunday afternoon and "wow" what a great bike! I would like to make some changes to it...
Oh, I did two things. I raised the handle bars and removed the shifter linkage to fit Thunderbird footpegs, much more comfy. Removing the shifter linkage will...
It all depends on your personal preference. Mine has clip-ons, single seat and bar-end mirror. I'm 6' tall and an old git at 43. I find that the leant forward...
That's funny, those are the only things I found at all objectionable with my '98 TBS. My solutions were: Sprint Manufacturing Comfort seat- Prevents the...
Good Morning, Great news. I've only had my '04 TBS since July and I love it. 1) can't comment on the seat, I'm 5'8" and it fits me great. I've seen other sites...
... If you do 1 and 3 they'll be working against each other? I'm 6'4", and find myself sitting FORWARD on the seat, due to the high footpegs and wind blast. If...
Good Day, I've a 2001 Adventurer....has anyone had problems with the Speedometer making noise over 45, and cutting out when you pop below 35... A whirling...
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Speedometers are generally considered as 'black box' units. That is to say they are not intended to be serviced by you or I (or indeed anyone!). Given that,...
That will most likely become the plan. Once the "unit" is removed... I can also take it to a multi-line bike dealer to price out a replacement option if...
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Hi all. Got a 98' TBS & under load there is a nasty transmission noise that you can feel through the footpegs, as soon as the revs build up , shes fine ? I...
If you intend keeping the bike and you're not strapped for cash, I'd suggest keeping the cable. Pete. ... From: triumphthunderbirdsportriders@yahoogroups.com ...
Not familiar with the 2001 but if the speedo is cable driven (versus electronic) then I would start with lubing the cable. A dry cable can put up an awful ...
Fuzz- Are you talking about the rumble/stumble under acceleration at 2,500-3,000 rpm? If so that appears to be a characteristic of the T3 engine, and is most...
I put on the replacement cable, same noise result. But I will try spraying it with a lithium or graphite spray this evening before I run about. White Lithium...
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Is your chain in good order? If the final drive chain is dry or worn, the vibration can often be felt through the footrests and the noise will be related to...
... shifter linkage to fit Thunderbird footpegs, much more comfy. Removing the shifter linkage will cause the shift pattern to reverse with first at the top...
<< Incidentally, I strongly suspect that much of the discomfort experienced on different bikes is not directly due to the riding position, but has more to do...
Yes, I changed the lines, as I remember I only changed one and rerouted the other. It has been a few years now and I believe they offered a kit, but I assume...
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