I was reading the threads on steering dampers and I am trying to configure one for my 1999 TBS. I am going to run the TBS this August at the Bonneville Salt...
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petermholmes
May 4, 2011 4:23 am
... Thanks for the tip, Niles. Although the plugs were replaced last summer, the blue bike does run rich by nature and, as luck would have it, I've got a...
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Niles Reichardt
idahotb
May 3, 2011 4:53 am
... Peter- You might want to also check the spark in your plugs. Modern ceramics can loose their insulation after being fuel fouled, and not look all gummy. I...
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petermholmes
May 3, 2011 12:14 am
Thanks to all for your help. If I get the time, I'll have at it this weekend....
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Gary Gavin
glgavin
May 2, 2011 3:28 pm
I encountered two issues that caused similar running. One was too much K&N Filter Oil, gummed up the carbs. Later the carb rubbers developed cracks. New...
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Geoff Thompson
tommotbird
May 1, 2011 8:53 pm
Definitely dirty carburettor. I rode from the UK to France around 3 years ago, had the bike serviced before I went but just outside Rouen it started to run...
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ginnadvertising
May 1, 2011 8:30 pm
I have a 2001 Adventurer and for years I shut off my fuel every time I stop. Been a habit on many bikes since I started riding in the late 70's. If you think...
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petermholmes
May 1, 2011 4:48 pm
Apologies in advance for the cross posting, but I'm getting desperate because... Joy of joys, I'm now down to 0 of 2 Thunderbird Sports functioning. Went to...
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thusprt04
Apr 26, 2011 11:36 pm
I replaced my trophy monoshock with an adjustable hagon unit about a month ago and it made a huge difference to handling of the bike, and I'll change my TBS...
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Gary Gavin
glgavin
Apr 25, 2011 5:41 pm
I too wanted to use the winter down time to tidy up some things on the TBS. Not having lived on the US mainland for several years I forgot that you need an...
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Nic
goodnuph
Apr 25, 2011 12:35 pm
I have decidied to refurbish my y2k TBS. I wash thinking of reainting colors and style. The orange and white stand out on the raod, but is hard to keep from...
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Richard Fenner
Ridgeback43
Mar 18, 2011 9:44 pm
Damn! Wish my guitars had sold sooner....:-( Please keep in touch, Norm, and let me know how you're getting on with life's challenges? I'll be in Reno for the...
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alohanorm
Mar 18, 2011 9:00 pm
My '99 TBS is now in the (I believe) capable hands of a young man who I hope has as much fun with the Bird as I did. Thank you all over the years for awesome...
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Richard Fenner
Ridgeback43
Feb 7, 2011 5:50 am
No link, Norm. Needs a sign-in password... ... From: "Norm Bour" <normb1@...> To: <triumphthunderbirdsportriders@yahoogroups.com> Sent: Sunday, February...
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Norm Bour
alohanorm
Feb 6, 2011 11:40 pm
Hi Richard, I do still have it, here's the Craig List post: https://accounts.craigslist.org/post/shwpst?pii=2128514003 ...
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Richard Fenner
Ridgeback43
Feb 6, 2011 10:18 pm
Hi Norm, Do you still have this bike and, if you do, could I have some photos please? Thanks, Richard. ... From: "alohanorm" <normb1@...> To:...
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eawtbs98
Feb 3, 2011 8:31 pm
Wow Thats alot milies on OEM sprockets. I have 23K on the OEM. The sprockets do look good. On the chain all the rollers are free, but I have two places where...
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Gary Gavin
glgavin
Feb 2, 2011 7:45 pm
I've currently have a DID ZVM aka ZVMX chain on mine and get similar mileage as the others. In addition to the lubrication regime this model DID chain is...
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Todd Luchette
toddluchette
Feb 2, 2011 12:10 am
Anyone done a brake upgrade to the front? The stock brakes are okay but it would be nice to upgrade assuming there was a cost affective solution. Also looking...
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Denny
dennyhenderson
Feb 1, 2011 11:39 pm
DID is good, I have about 28K miles on one and it is still going good. Original lasted about 18 - 19 K. I used JT Sprockets, but I think Renthal is also...
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Bill
triumphsport...
Feb 1, 2011 11:10 pm
I replaced mine with a DiD. Not sure what model,but it was around $200. Worth every penny as I had to adjust it for the first time at 12,000 miles. The OEM...
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eawtbs98
Feb 1, 2011 7:27 pm
Time for new chain and sprockets. Anyone have a recommendation on brand? Thanks...
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Luther T. Garcia
ltgesq
Jan 7, 2011 9:03 pm
They are standard hose diameters Luther T. Garcia From my Iphone...
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Todd Luchette
toddluchette
Jan 7, 2011 6:02 pm
Are those lines standard inner and outer dimension cables that can be found at an automotive shop or do we need to get them from Triumph? ... [Non-text...
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Luther T. Garcia
ltgesq
Jan 7, 2011 5:56 pm
Let me advise replacement of ALL fuel and vacuum lines. The T3 engine throws a lot of heat, and the lines will split leading to symptoms identical to a bad...
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McGurk
kidmcgurk
Jan 7, 2011 4:51 pm
Order the single outlet coil. You'll need three. You may want to order Nology sparkplug wires here: http://store.newlevelmotorsports.com/nohoformo.html If in...
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dgalassi63
Jan 7, 2011 3:47 pm
Do you have the product code of those Nology coils? In tne Nology website the TBS is not mentioned (I have a 2003), and they list two different models: Profire...
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McGurk
kidmcgurk
Jan 7, 2011 3:57 am
I replaced all three of my tired old 12 year old stock coils with these super duper Nology coils and spark plug wires. Big difference. Starts and idles much...
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Jimmy Hudson
gobi_1999
Jan 7, 2011 3:33 am
I agree McGurk... and my '98 TBS runs great now. - Jimmy...
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McGurk
kidmcgurk
Jan 7, 2011 1:16 am
These coils and spark plug wires are custom mad for Triumphs including TBSs. They are a bolt on with no drilling soldering etc. Company ships right away....
