Are they kidding me?

[darthandy]

Doing some prep work before installing my new pads on the RSV and bleeding the system. I noticed that one of the rubber "boots" on one caliper had been improperly put in and someone had shoved the mounting bolt right through the side of it. I like keeping dust out of things so I slipped down to the dealer to order a new one. Jeeeezzzzussss! $10.00 for one little accordion shaped piece of rubber! less than an inch long! Oh well, at least the standard links to replace the ones from the lowering kit are only $21.00 each. More expensive than Bike Bandit but by the time I add in shipping, etc, the price is about the same so I'll probably order those in next week once the front brakes are done. Also, I'll be painting my chrome surround on the tank to get the reflection out of my windshield. Haven't decided yet if I'll get the Yamaha gas cap cover or just keep my cut down, blue, genuine Yamaha beer cozy. It looks kind of neat and is a bit of an attention getter. After that, I'll use my buddy's 4 gauge vacuum set to sync the carbs and hopefully get rid of my occasional backfire on decelaration - unless it's an exhaust leak. Oh well - one thing at a time.

 

Andy

[JohnT]

I hear ya. The tiny screw for the clutch master cylinder. $2.35. Each.

[Condor]

Had to buy one of those square rubber chingaderos to cover the clutch slave bleeder... $22.00 bucks...

After reading Bob's post below I got to thinking. Banjo-bolt Crush washers. You know the ones they charge $3.50 +/- ea. for at most bike shops. I ran into them somewhere... Carr-McMasters it think??.... and bought a 100 pack for $30 bucks. $.30 cents each.

Edited August 2, 2013 by Condor

[Bob Myers]

I just ordered 50(smallest box I could buy) of the appropriate sized screws for master cover, in stainless socket head, I only need 4! Cost $8.00 plus shipping

[rickardracing]

I just ordered 50(smallest box I could buy) of the appropriate sized screws for master cover, in stainless socket head, I only need 4! Cost $8.00 plus shipping

 

 

When you need stainless metric screws, go to a hardware store and look for the them there in the plastic pull out bins. Small 6mm screws usually are about .60 each.

[Bob Myers]

When you need stainless metric screws, go to a hardware store and look for the them there in the plastic pull out bins. Small 6mm screws usually are about .60 each.

 

I agree, for most socket head or hex head. I wanted socket head/flat head screws for this. I'll use the rest or give them to needy friends.

[XV1100SE]

... Also, I'll be painting my chrome surround on the tank to get the reflection out of my windshield. Haven't decided yet if I'll get the Yamaha gas cap cover or just keep my cut down, blue, genuine Yamaha beer cozy. It looks kind of neat and is a bit of an attention getter. ...

 

I bought a gas cap cover earlier this year ($25 in Canada I believe). Its been great for cutting down the reflection. It is a pain in the a$$ putting it on though. It looks like a miniature shower cap and when you start on one side and pull it down on the other it pos off. Takes practice but can be done. I went to the store and got a 9" fishing leader and looped it thru the side of the cover and under the plastic surrounding the cap and around the bold head (so I won't lose it or forget it at a gas station).

[Carbon_One]

Andy I'm pretty sure I have a pair of stock links out in the garage. I'll look to verify tomorrow but their yours if you want them.

Larry

[darthandy]

Andy I'm pretty sure I have a pair of stock links out in the garage. I'll look to verify tomorrow but their yours if you want them.

Larry

 

Thanks, I'd appreciate that. I seem to have decided to keep the bike (I've been going back and forth since my wife can't ride anymore - won't be many long trips in the future!). It's such a good looking machine and I like the sound even with the stock pipes (Sounds great from the seat - I don't care what passersby think - I ride for my enjoyment, not theirs!). I guess this means I'll be ordering your lift adapter soon - I have more plans for the bike and that would be a much better way to work on it. Now I have to finish reassembling a couple of the other bikes and selling them to bring in some more, uh, er, safety items money for the RSV.

 

Andy