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Tag: Q&A

Chain tension and sidestands

19th October 2016 Bertie Simmonds Workshop

Q: In a world of no centrestands do you measure chain tension on the sidestand when travelling? Anon A: The obvious answer here is that if the bike was sold when new with only a

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1960s Honda timing

19th October 2016 Bertie Simmonds Workshop

Q: I would like to be advised of the correct procedure for setting the valve and ignition timing. I have a ‘confusing’ Honda manual as a guide but with flames coming from the near side

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1989 Honda CBR1000F-K scuffed cover

19th October 2016 Bertie Simmonds Workshop

Q: I have a 1989 Honda CBR1000F-K and its looks are spoiled by a scuffed round right-hand engine cover. It appears not to have a part number that I can find anywhere, even my Haynes

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1980 Yamaha XS400SE sooted plug

19th October 2016 Bertie Simmonds Workshop

Q: Well I’m truly stumped with this bike, I have no idea what is going on with it or what is causing the sooted plug on the left-hand pot and which I think goes hand-in-hand

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Benelli 250cc 2C Phantom piston rings

19th October 2016 Bertie Simmonds Workshop

Q: I am having problems trying to find a set of standard piston rings for a Benelli 250cc 2C Phantom. I have tried several websites with no luck. Can anybody out there help? Harry Duffield

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1982 Suzuki GN400 component finishing

19th October 2016 Bertie Simmonds Workshop

Q: I’m currently restoring my 1982 Suzuki GN400 after recently retiring and having some time on my hands. I am looking for some advice on the best way to finish my cylinder, cylinder head and

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