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Razor-BladE · 23 May 2019 at 21:08

Ok thanks. I'll leave it then, don't want to go poking around in case I mess something up.

What's your take on brake seals/hose? Service manual says to change them every 2 and 4 years respectively.

And where do you get the sump plug washers from? I've been looking around but can't seem to find one specifically for the YBR?? The only thing I've found is this from eBay: https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Yamaha-YBR-125-ED-2012-2013-CC-Oil-Drain-Sump-Bolt-Washer/400877634658 And even then, will it fit my 2017 model?

BUDFORCE · 23 May 2019 at 21:26

IF the sump plug is on a flat surface (not too familiar with the YBR) dont see why you cannot just use any washer that'll fit.

On my SV 650 you are supposed to get these special "use once" crush washers I have never bothered just use a regular one.

With the hoses/seals just eyeball them, the ones my my bike are 15 years old and fine.

Razor-BladE · 23 May 2019 at 21:45

Perfect thanks. Less to worry about!

Yeah I realised if I just find the sizing of it, looks like I can use anything. Seems like the YBR uses M12x1.5mm size.

Evian · 25 May 2019 at 17:55

Another issue with SBS they sent me the wrong gloves....

tom_e · 25 May 2019 at 18:26

Evian said:
Another issue with SBS they sent me the wrong gloves....

I've spent far too much money with them over the last 5 years and never had any problems with what they delivered, you must have gotten the new boy!

Evian · 25 May 2019 at 18:51

tom_e said:
I've spent far too much money with them over the last 5 years and never had any problems with what they delivered, you must have gotten the new boy!

Looks like it! I ordered Knox Nexos gloves, Came with a clear bag with the label Knox Nexos on it but it's Knox Orsa's inside.

The_Abyss · 25 May 2019 at 22:12

tom_e said:
I've spent far too much money with them over the last 5 years and never had any problems with what they delivered, you must have gotten the new boy!

They have great service. One of the few places where I shop where I'm happy to pay a reasonable premium.

khemist · 25 May 2019 at 22:36

https://www.sportsbikeshop.co.uk/motorcycle_parts/content_prod/422971

I'm looking at these Merlin boots, i really don't need them as i've already got two pairs of the TCX street ace boots but there is always something to tempt me.

I don't own any heavy duty boots but i'll get a pair at some point

Razor-BladE · 2 Jun 2019 at 12:19

^^ Those kinds of speeds are mental! I've seen videos of people manouvering the motorway at not quite that speed, but 250+.. I think I'd be scared s...less even just getting up to speed.

Can anyone help me out.. When I got back from a ride this morning I could hear a high pitch noise. It's very quiet so I'm not sure if it was there before today. I started in dry, but it started raining halfway through my ride so was in the rain for about 20 minutes or so. It sounds like it's coming from the tank. It actually lowers in pitch if I squeeze the brake lever, then goes back to a higher pitch once I release the lever. Any ideas?

MowyTone · 4 Jun 2019 at 10:24

A relay maybe? Sounds electrical if it changes when the brake light comes on

Evian · 5 Jun 2019 at 00:05

Anyone got any recommendations for a jacket? £250 budget? Looking for a waterproof with level 2 protection.

Razor-BladE · 5 Jun 2019 at 11:47

Here's a video of the noise, it's faint but you should be able to hear it. https://youtu.be/FQyTLvlNu48

Also another thing, for the past few days at the start of the day, the gear has slipped into 1st from neutral. I leave it on the side stand overnight. Something to be concerned about? No problems holding neutral at a red light.

ClownShoes · 5 Jun 2019 at 12:41

Could be the fuel pump, but not sure why pulling the brake would change the pitch if it's that.

Dogbreath · 5 Jun 2019 at 14:29

It is the fuel pump. At idle you get very little charging current from the alternator, and the brake light pulls down the system voltage down a bit.

Fuel injection pumps always make some noise but if it's got noticeably louder there may be a problem with the pump. Is there any problem with performance e.g. fuel starvation symptoms at high RPM/wide open throttle or poor starting?

Razor-BladE · 5 Jun 2019 at 17:21

It's not loud and I can barely hear it when my helmet's on, but I can't be sure it wasn't there a week ago. I have no problems at all. I guess I'll just keep an eye on it. Thanks

How about the other thing ^ any ideas?

Dogbreath · 6 Jun 2019 at 10:29

"at the start of the day, the gear has slipped into 1st from neutral"

Do you mean you leave the bike in neutral but it's in first when you get back to it, or it jumps into first when you start it?

The_Abyss · 6 Jun 2019 at 11:54

I read it as happening overnight. I reckon someone's cat is sitting on it

Razor-BladE · 6 Jun 2019 at 15:07

Yeah I leave the bike in neutral but it's in first when get to it.

The_Abyss said:
I read it as happening overnight. I reckon someone's cat is sitting on it

I have a cover on it. It's also happened when I didn't have a cover on it (and I only left it for 20 minutes), before you say I might have accidentally hit the shifter when putting the cover on.

It was fine today actually. Perhaps I'm sometimes not clicking it exactly in place?

Malt_Vinegar · 7 Jun 2019 at 08:50

I found a 1988 cbr400rr at a breakers, and the guy is packing up his business. Managed to agree to buy it on Sunday, for £250 (was listed for £325)
Its still got a registration on it, and looks like it was off the road since 2005. It was apparently bought at a Police auction many years ago, but he has lost all the history of the bike and just needs to clear the yard.
I was looking for something to take to bits again, and this seemed like a fun little bike to tinker with! Apparently the engine does turn, but the wiring is a bit of a mess, no battery and loads of fairings missing.

I hear they are great to ride, and rev to something crazy like 17k? I figure for the money its a decent gamble!

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