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« on: March 14, 2012, 01:42:27 PM »
I have just refitted the calipers to my F2. Firstly have you got the caliper brackets fitted to the forks. The calipers will actually fit either side but are handed so that the bleed nipples are uppermost. Mine actually had 2 RH calipers when i got it. It was not until i was replacing the seals and fitting new brake lines that i noticed it. I now have a pair of Goldwing GL1000 calipers fitted to the F2 brackets. I can take some photo's if it will help.
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« on: March 02, 2012, 07:58:26 PM »
Pete i was quoted £60 for the front until the pin holes were found and £45 for the rear. Small items like the rear light are £10, but i will reserve judgement until i get them back.
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« on: February 29, 2012, 10:39:49 PM »
I have tried all of the suggestions except new brushes. The only thing that gets warm is the starter motor. The brushes were within the tolerence in the manual, there was no burning on the commutator and it did not need under cutting. The only other thing i suppose is the windings in the motor. Just wish i had a spare starter to try before taking the plunge and buying one.
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« on: February 28, 2012, 10:37:14 PM »
Hi Pete
Not sure yet. The guy has very good feedback on classic car sites and he's local in Grays. He's had a problem with the 550 front mudguard. When he stripped off the chrome it was badly rusted under each stay where they spot weld supports on the underside. He has a guy who's welding pieces in so as yet don't know what it will look like. New one from DDS is £240 plus.
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« on: February 28, 2012, 05:10:22 PM »
Joined a couple of weeks ago so thought i would introduce myself. I have a CB550F2 Supersport 1977 and a CB750F2 Supersport 1978 and a 1996 Triumph Thunderbird. Both Honda's are being worked on at the moment. Several items are being re-chromed then hopefully i can get them back on the road. I must say the forum is a great place for help and everyone is really friendly. Is there anybody nearby, I live in Upminster, Essex,
Cheers Mike
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« on: February 28, 2012, 04:51:21 PM »
Stripped down starter cleaned out carbon dust. Brushes and commutator all ok. Reassembled put it back on bike and it's still the same. On the button it turns over ok for about 5secs then slowly dies by which time the battery is drained. even with 2 batteries connected fully charged it's not much better. Any ideas. I am at least able to kick start it even though it's running rough at the moment. Going to balance the carbs tomorrow.
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« on: February 24, 2012, 06:50:43 PM »
Not tried anything yet as i thought i would just post to get some ideas.
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« on: February 24, 2012, 06:38:29 PM »
I am having problems starting the bike. New battery fully charged but when trying to start the battery drains quickly and the starter motor is labouring. Looks like the starter is faulty. Does anyone know where i can get it reconditioned fairly locally to Upminster, Essex
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« on: February 24, 2012, 11:19:45 AM »
Hi Mick yes that sounds fine . Just let me know how you want me to pay you. I can set you up on my online banking and pay straight into your account if you want. If you mail me your bank details to: miclyn@ntlworld.com i will transfer £25.
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« on: February 23, 2012, 05:10:18 PM »
Hi Mick, yes i am interested they seem to be just what i am looking for. Let me know how much you want for them.
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« on: February 22, 2012, 10:11:04 PM »
Hi Mick no not managed to sort any yet. Get back to me if you can help, and thanks for your post.
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« on: February 15, 2012, 11:17:17 AM »
Does anybody know where i can get the chrome trims either side of the seat
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« on: February 15, 2012, 11:14:34 AM »
Just thought i would update you. I have managed to get a pair of GL1000 calipers. They are not the same as the ones fitted to my bike but i do not know if they are original. Probably not as the left one is wrong anyway. Still i have removed them from the Goldwing carriers and they fit. Just need to paint them and replace the seals. Hope this is useful.
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« on: February 11, 2012, 05:52:13 PM »
Thanks that's great. Turns out that the Goldwing GL1000 1978/9 has the same brakes. Ebay here i come!!!!!!!!!!!!
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« on: February 10, 2012, 03:27:49 PM »
Hi this is my first post so please be patient. I am overhauling the front brakes and have come up against a problem. The LH front caliper is actually a RH fitted to a LH carrier. This means the standard length brake pipe will not fit. Does anybody know what other models had the same single piston twin caliper setup as i am having trouble getting a replacement for the LH. I have been told that early CX500 (single disc on LH side) and 1979 CB900 had the same calipers but have so far been unable to find out if it's true. Any help would be greatly appreciated .
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