I have (2) '98 TBS's which is a HUGE help doing easter egg diagnostics. Found that my stock TBS was not firing #3 cylinder. Swapped coils and did not change so...
... software). This would be a lot more cost >effective than hunting down another, they list at $750 on Bike Bandit. Wow, interesting idea. I can do that on...
Funny, suggestion came from my mate who owns a Tiger, he had same results as you. Went to my mechanic this morn, "re-map" is for fuel inj. Found a good...
SOLVED SAME ISSUE ON MINE>>>>>> I just posted on igniter problem, had same symptoms's as yours. Lucky for me I have (2) '98 models and can easter egg parts....
I just finished a valve adjustment on my 98 TBS and now the engine doesn't fire right up when cold like it used to. I pulled the tank and checked the choke...
Hi again! Mine's about 38K now and I had the valves adjusted one year ago. I noticed the same problem as you do, but it turned to be due to a change in the...
I changed the oil as well, but I used the same grade and type (Spectrol) as I always have. I haven't changed the plugs. I bought a new set and the dealer...
Hi Mates, I'm looking to buy a 98 TBS across the pond (US). It has 15k miles, and seems in good condition, given the age and the fact I may be the 4th owner. ...
Ask what has been repaired or replaced. 1) Coils-replaced hopefully? 2) Front brake pads 3) tread on tires-cracking 4)any modifications? Carbs, pipes, air...
Where do you live? I've got a 98 I'm selling with 5000 miles in great condition. Everything original, garage kept, new Avon tires. Jason ... From:...
I'm in north Texas (DFW). I have a feeling I would miss it too... ... From: jim mcgrath <jimmsd@...> Subject: RE: [T TBS R] Buying 98 TBS - need advise...
wow, we're doing a road trip from San Diego to New Orleans, if your thinking bout selling (a mistake in my overly biased opinion), we'll be cruisin thru Texas...
 Yes, sir Jason...shoot along a photo link, and some info on the Bike... In Ohio... good TBS/Adventures/Sports are hard to find... might be worth a flight...
Also listen for any unusual clacking noises when the starter engages (sprag clutch - $$$$) of an nagging rattle at idle ( alternator bolt - ¢¢¢¢) ...
 Forgot about the sprag clutch.... I had gotten the Triumph to replace the sprag clutch & starter, but had $400 in total labor charges.... I was 2 months...
... Thanks for the heads up, Jim. Mine was in the same shape. Just in case the information's of use to anybody out there, my "on the verge of death" Gill coil...
On '99 and earlier, you need to keep an ear out for noisy valve train (not an easy thing to do given that these things sound like half dead diesels at idle...
What do you guys do when you have a flat when riding your TBS? Last year while riding in north GA and NC while on vacation, I picked up a drywall screw that...
... The problem is the tube. When a nail/screw pierces a tyre it makes a neat hole, the rubber is thick enough not to rip any further (unless you have a...
I have heard Slime works good if you have a small leak but the Drywall screw is a bit much for it to seal. I have been pretty Lucky about Flats But I carry a...
Ran into the same thing two years ago and no amount of slime will fix it. Once the tube is cut fugetabouit. I was towed to a dealer, put in a new tube, so if...
... Slime won't work in an inner tube... I carry a bonified patch kit and co2 cartridges that I've never used... But I carry an iron also and figure some how...
Have never used Slime, but did have to use a Fix-a-Flat on my old '76 Kawasaki KZ750. It had tube and spoke rim. The mechanic at the station where I stopped...
