As the TT250 is on the way... - Page 2

Sullybiker · 12-22-2016, 12:44 PM

Arrived this morning, I got her out the crate pretty quickly.

Just done at the tag notary; she's plated!

**JerryHawk250** · 12-22-2016, 12:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Sullybiker

Arrived this morning, I got her out the crate pretty quickly.

Just done at the tag notary; she's plated!

sweet! Bike looks real good.

Ariel Red Hunter · 12-23-2016, 12:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Sullybiker

Arrived this morning, I got her out the crate pretty quickly.

Just done at the tag notary; she's plated!

Very nice bike, and I like the color as well. A little advice, if you don't mind. Keep checking spoke tension by "tinking" the spokes with a spoke wrench. You want them at least at the pitch of middle "C" on a piano, or a little higher. Just don't over do it.

Sullybiker · 12-22-2016, 02:58 PM

After a quick check to make sure everything was tight, I decided to go for a quick test ride around my plan, and to get some petrol. I ended up riding 10 miles around some back roads.

It's been a while since I experienced a carbed bike (since my MSF, actually!) and it took me a little while to get started in the 39F weather, but I got there and it was rumbling along happily.

This bike is extremely easy to ride. If it wasn't so tall (I'm 6'3" so I really like it) I'd think it would be a perfect starter. It has a light clutch, beautiful manners and is very kind to the rider at low speeds.

I'd cleaned the rotors on the advice of this forum. I knew the brakes would be weak at first, and indeed I'm glad I took her round the plan first. It reminded me of new sintered pads on my ninja; when they're out of the box they have as much friction as Rico Suave in a lube factory. They came in soon enough though. Nice firm lever pressure, too.

Couldn't get a neutral to save my life; I expect that will improve with a little time. I also had occasional difficulty getting into third, but again I think this is just everything mechanical settling in.

Downchanges are like butter. I find them easier than any bike I've ridden, and the engine makes such a satisfying little toot on rev-matching. In fact, throttle response is damn nice full stop.

I like the tyres. That surprised me. They're progressive and give pretty decent feedback, and that's on a chilly, greasy back road.
So far I love it, and I can't stop staring at the damn thing as it sits on my patio...

**JerryHawk250** · 12-22-2016, 03:04 PM

Neutral will be easier to find after it breaks in and do your 1st oil change. That 1st ride is always fun. Also a little carburetor tuning will make it start a lot better even in the cold.

**JerryHawk250** · 12-22-2016, 03:21 PM

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Originally Posted by Sullybiker

So far I love it, and I can't stop staring at the damn thing as it sits on my patio...

I didn't think I would like white but damn I can't stop looking at it either. They did a great job with colors and graphics.

2LZ · 12-22-2016, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Sullybiker

After a quick check to make sure everything was tight, I decided to go for a quick test ride around my plan, and to get some petrol. I ended up riding 10 miles around some back roads.

It's been a while since I experienced a carbed bike (since my MSF, actually!) and it took me a little while to get started in the 39F weather, but I got there and it was rumbling along happily.

This bike is extremely easy to ride. If it wasn't so tall (I'm 6'3" so I really like it) I'd think it would be a perfect starter. It has a light clutch, beautiful manners and is very kind to the rider at low speeds.

I'd cleaned the rotors on the advice of this forum. I knew the brakes would be weak at first, and indeed I'm glad I took her round the plan first. It reminded me of new sintered pads on my ninja; when they're out of the box they have as much friction as Rico Suave in a lube factory. They came in soon enough though. Nice firm lever pressure, too.

Couldn't get a neutral to save my life; I expect that will improve with a little time. I also had occasional difficulty getting into third, but again I think this is just everything mechanical settling in.

Downchanges are like butter. I find them easier than any bike I've ridden, and the engine makes such a satisfying little toot on rev-matching. In fact, throttle response is damn nice full stop.

I like the tyres. That surprised me. They're progressive and give pretty decent feedback, and that's on a chilly, greasy back road.
So far I love it, and I can't stop staring at the damn thing as it sits on my patio...

What a great write-up!
Yep, very friendly bike to ride. Nice looking. I like the extra bling they did like the stainless allens, switch gear and LEDS. It is hard to stop staring at it, especially once the beers come out.

pyoungbl · 12-22-2016, 04:11 PM

As I mentioned earlier, the OEM license plate bracket did not have holes that would line up with my license plate. I see where someone drilled two extra holes but even so, no joy. I made my own bracket:

with 6mm bolts coming from inside the fender into threaded holes in 1/2" aluminum plate. Then I drilled and tapped holes to match my plate and done. Of course I had to gild the lilly a bit in order to reduce the weight.

Peter Y.

FastDoc · 12-22-2016, 03:13 PM

Darn good looking bike. Is it OHC or OHV?
5 or 6 speed?
Honda or Suzuki based (or other)?

2LZ · 12-22-2016, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by FastDoc

Darn good looking bike. Is it OHC or OHV?
5 or 6 speed?
Honda or Suzuki based (or other)?

Just really hate double posts....

2LZ · 12-22-2016, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by FastDoc

Darn good looking bike. Is it OHC or OHV?
5 or 6 speed?
Honda or Suzuki based (or other)?

Hi Doc,

It's yer basic counter-balanced, CG Hondoid with pushrods and OHV. Rock solid. Nice runner, lots of mid range.

letsride · 12-22-2016, 07:02 PM

Very Nice bike Sully, Congrats! Those TT's are very nice looking. I love the tank shrouds on them.

BlackBike · 12-22-2016, 08:54 PM

Well the bike will have long since rusted down and become part of the retaining wall holding back the embankment but it sure has a dam nice licence plate holder.

pyoungbl · 12-23-2016, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by BlackBike

Well the bike will have long since rusted down and become part of the retaining wall holding back the embankment but it sure has a dam nice licence plate holder.

Retirement = idle hands = overkill

2LZ · 12-23-2016, 10:57 AM

Retirement....spare time.... One can only hope. ;-)
Someday....someday.....

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12-22-2016, 04:11 PM	#8
pyoungbl Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: Portsmouth, Virginia, USA Posts: 632	license plate bracket As I mentioned earlier, the OEM license plate bracket did not have holes that would line up with my license plate. I see where someone drilled two extra holes but even so, no joy. I made my own bracket: with 6mm bolts coming from inside the fender into threaded holes in 1/2" aluminum plate. Then I drilled and tapped holes to match my plate and done. Of course I had to gild the lilly a bit in order to reduce the weight. Peter Y. Last edited by pyoungbl; 12-22-2016 at 04:12 PM. Reason: spelling
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12-22-2016, 03:13 PM	#9
FastDoc Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Southeastern Washington desert Posts: 14,761	Darn good looking bike. Is it OHC or OHV? 5 or 6 speed? Honda or Suzuki based (or other)? __________________ Happy to serve.
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BlackBike Join Date: Feb 2016 Location: George West, Texas Posts: 4,097	Well the bike will have long since rusted down and become part of the retaining wall holding back the embankment but it sure has a dam nice licence plate holder. __________________ ***************************************** 2015 Bashan"Blaze" BS250GY-31 (DB-07K-250) GONE 2017 Suzuki V Strom 650 XT "We are all born ignorant, but one must work hard to remain stupid." ~Benjamin Franklin~
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2LZ Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Volcano, Ca Posts: 7,082	Retirement....spare time.... One can only hope. ;-) Someday....someday..... __________________ "Light a fire for a man, and you heat him for a day. Light a man on fire, and you heat him for the rest of his life." 2007 Suzuki DRZ400S (SM convert) 2009 Q Link XP 200 1967 BSA B25 250cc Starfire 2022 Royal Enfield Interceptor 650 2023 Royal Enfield Scram 411 1948 Royal Enfield Model G 350
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12-22-2016, 12:44 PM	#1
Sullybiker Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Western PA Posts: 363	Arrived this morning, I got her out the crate pretty quickly. Just done at the tag notary; she's plated!
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12-22-2016, 02:58 PM	#4
Sullybiker Join Date: Dec 2016 Location: Western PA Posts: 363	After a quick check to make sure everything was tight, I decided to go for a quick test ride around my plan, and to get some petrol. I ended up riding 10 miles around some back roads. It's been a while since I experienced a carbed bike (since my MSF, actually!) and it took me a little while to get started in the 39F weather, but I got there and it was rumbling along happily. This bike is extremely easy to ride. If it wasn't so tall (I'm 6'3" so I really like it) I'd think it would be a perfect starter. It has a light clutch, beautiful manners and is very kind to the rider at low speeds. I'd cleaned the rotors on the advice of this forum. I knew the brakes would be weak at first, and indeed I'm glad I took her round the plan first. It reminded me of new sintered pads on my ninja; when they're out of the box they have as much friction as Rico Suave in a lube factory. They came in soon enough though. Nice firm lever pressure, too. Couldn't get a neutral to save my life; I expect that will improve with a little time. I also had occasional difficulty getting into third, but again I think this is just everything mechanical settling in. Downchanges are like butter. I find them easier than any bike I've ridden, and the engine makes such a satisfying little toot on rev-matching. In fact, throttle response is damn nice full stop. I like the tyres. That surprised me. They're progressive and give pretty decent feedback, and that's on a chilly, greasy back road. So far I love it, and I can't stop staring at the damn thing as it sits on my patio...
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12-22-2016, 07:02 PM	#12
letsride Join Date: Oct 2013 Location: Leesville SC Posts: 832	Very Nice bike Sully, Congrats! Those TT's are very nice looking. I love the tank shrouds on them.
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