savagehenry

Hey mznyc, The picture is from the FBF showroom, and I call it the "money shot" because when I saw it, I knew she would be mine. After buying it from them, shipping it to Illinois, and actually riding it, my first ever on ANY MG, I knew this. If it ever got sold, it would be by MY ESTATE! Thanks for the compliment S.H.

Hi V11crazed, Used to put 10K average on my chopped/bobbed Harley's and old Beemers. Did a pretty good circuit of the USA in winter on a bobbed lowrider. Then I got a "real" job, wife, house and kids (mine, 2 and 5) at 40ish. I put just over 4k in 10 monthes or so right now on my first MG. As before, I commute as much as possible, ( 22 degrees is my low this year), and "steal" longer rides whenever I can, like leaving at 5am...and did pull off a 450 miler last year, (SW Wisconsin, Highly Glaciated TWISTS and HILLS, ALL Fucn' DAY! WOOO-HOOO!)... I really do love this bike....Ride fast enough to scare yourself, but still ride home, Later, S.H.

Hello Dimitris, I definately agree with the post above, as an easy item to check, and... Do you know someone who has the AXONE? My next move is to pull the Powercommander. It is my understanding that the PCIII controls only the fuel mixtures, but the Axone can control, with more precision, more aspects of the specific mapping of your ECU. And you get to lose some MINIMAL weight, and gain a WHOLE cigarette pack's worth of storage in the tail! I admittededly don't have much technical knowlege on these subjects, but I have been in contact with several people who swore it was worth it, (my guy is GOOD). Also, you can go through one of our "top of our page" sponsers, TLM, who will do the same thing, with you giving them your bikes set up, and them having MUCHO experience in mapping EVERY V11 set up, and doin' you right (as reported in other threads by other happy members of this site). Good hunting, S.H. My Bike: '04 Nero Corsa My Set Up: FBF pistons, oversize valves, headwork, C.F. slip ons, and their airbox conversion w/BMC. Also a big Breva cam. I made a "Roper Plate", and I am in the midst of removing ANYTHING that does not make it RUN. Dyno'ed at 90 rear wheel. P.S. I like the way you throw around those 7-8K RPM figures, I'm with you Bro. I'd explain my #1 signature, but you already get it

Hey FF, Oh did you step in it. Check this thread, Tech topics library, bottom of page three, "How to stop engine pinging 123 experienced advice sought. Pete? Greg?" (Topic title) Hope you've got plenty of time... ,,,and good luck! Carry on, S.H.

Have done plenty of searches, haven't found this one yet. It looks like I have a leak at my RPM/TDC sensor. It appears to be an O ring, and a proper thickness shim (there are 7 sizes listed to maintain the .028-.036 gap) will do the trick from looking at the drawings. Can I just use my old shim? Or is there some reason this will this require pulling the timing cover to verify that gap? Any advice from the previously initiated would be appreciated, thanks in advance. !!!Ladies and gentlemen, the season is at hand for some, and rapidly approaching for us around here!!! The Diablos inspire confidence at 25 degrees! YEE-HAAAAA!!! S.H.

I was seeing the flicker of the red light, at quite a few of my take offs after buying this, my first MG, about 10 monthes ago. Started reading here, went , and tried to use a slower start. Quickly realized that VIOLATES the very nature of this bike, (as does changing bars, pegs, etc, IMHO...but I digress...). No can do. Tried to put the cash together for a Roper Plate, but my kids, the wife, the economy and other Dark Forces had thus far conspired against me, successfully. So I've made my own. Having now put over 100 miles on in the last two days, I can say this, It Works. I have yet to see the light flicker, and I have done some pretty damn hard pulls in an attempt to see ANY red. ...Zip, nada, not one... I don't do wheelies as a habit, but I lifted the front twice, NO Light. And my hoseclamp is in place, thank you. "This is MY bike. There are many like it, but this one is MINE. And I intend to keep her." , Later, S.H. PS Pete, there's a couple beers in the mail to you. A tip "O"the hat to acknowlege your work

That KILLS! You keep on doin' what yer doing! See you in Illinois next time around, maybe. Later, S.H.

I love my Pirelli Stradas also. Course I haven't had them out any lower than 25 degrees F. so I can't comment on truly cold weather riding...S.H.

Great stuff!! We were "officially" warned on my job, that all log books were to be devoid of such enteries, as customers tend to frown on humor in one's work day, go figure!?!?! Keep up the good "other forum" pilfering! S.H.

An EXCELLANT time to also: 1. Get the front driveshaft greasefitting lubed, there are plenty who will tell you it's MUCH easier with the wheel removed. 2. Service the cush drive. I could not believe the differance in softness of the driveline when the first new rear tire got put on. Bike only had 6000 miles on it, but WOW... , Later and enjoy, S.H.

Hi Gavin, No informed opinion on the two bikes, just a "Hullo" and welcome S.H.

Hey, I think the tank is abs plastic, there's threads on this for sure, CALLING MR. JOE CAMARADA, SIR? He's been through these exercises before... Good Luck! S.H.

QUOTE (Hairy Cannonball @ Feb 21 2008, 02:36 AM) Guys guys, you are going about this all wrong. What you need to do is replace all the rubbers, not just half of them, with genetically engineered gerbils. Under acceleration the gerbils would initially squish because they were asleep and relaxed, however upon being awakened they would become angry and tense firming up the dampening. Then they would frantically run inside the cush drive adding race winning horsepower as long as it was Friday. You could drill holes in the gerbils if that is your thing. Once in a while you could add a nice stinky cheese to the cush drive to keep the gerbils happy. I am pretty sure this would work. ...and Ratch added... Mr. Cannonball, may I congratulate you. You may be new around here, but it sure didn't take you long to pick up on the um, somewhat, er nuanced, "inside baseball" that's being played here. Like Dan, Paul, and all the rest who also seem to've not missed too much here (though they ought not -- they've all been here long enough! ) I do b'lieve you've grasped the true essence of this thread immediately! I do b'lieve you've nailed down exactly wot "intellectual pursuits in engineering" means here. Possibilities of degrading such standards as we've seen in this thread. . . ?! Over on the "Banter" Forum, DeBen's promoting some great bomber of a cigar called "The God of Fire". For all I know, this could be somethin' like a Roman candle. But wotever this thing is, DeBen seems to think it's a great prize. Now if I were DeBen, and I had one to give you -- why, I reckon that's exactly wot I'd do, simply because you're so quick on the up-take! Nice to have you on board!(END QUOTE) ...and to this I say... You two are both on reefer sticks. Gerbils? Really...the OBVIOUS answer is: BANDICOOTor WOLVERINE. Genetic engineering is expensive,and takes alot of choo choo trains. And wolverines are particularily cheap in todays market... And Ry, I knew I could count on you, you science freek, you "When things get weird, the weird turn professional..."HST, Gods rest his soul, Love,S.H. P.S. Jaap, forget banishment, let the CANEINGS BEGIN!!! "Thank You Sir, May I Have Another!!!"

Hey Slav, I agree, Harleys are completely the same, but different than the MG. A properly sorted Harley is a great ride. I've owned several, all old, dependable, and the air cooled twin feel is like no other . I'm sure most of the taunting is good natured, but many who might not have "tasted the forbidden fruit" would come right around with one good ride on a chopped 93" Panhead, in a rigid frame, ROWDY!!!! WOO-HOOOOOO!!! Ride on! S.H.

Hello Rob, you will love that bike, I'm guessin', welcome to the site, hope you hold on to it longer than the PO! Later, S.H.

Hey MM, I think the old addeges are old because they are often right. So I offer this, "If you build it, they will come." I personally don't desire a pad change. When I did my first set of tires, the cushdrive was cleaned and re-lubed, and I could not believe the difference! And I have the full set of six, not drilled, in my 90+/- horse Nero. My MG dealer, who is VERY knowledgeble, and a great mechanic too, says he has never seen the need for a different pad, so I defer to his word on longevity of this part. But I think that previous pad thread shows there is a portion of folks who would buy just because they "are better." Thanks for any attempt to improve our rides, Later, S.H.

Hey Curtis, Welcome to the fold! Sounds like you will do well here, Later, S.H.

Also an excellent observation, Mr. Baldini I am hoping very much to continue reading Ouiji's and many other's engaging posts IN THE FUTURE. Thanks for keeping this site up and running, Jaap. , S.H.

Dan, It is not too late to throw your hat in the ring for a Presidential run. I will vote for you on that platform alone.

Thanks for such immediate response time! Cheers to you! And also, thanks for such a prominent slot in the "all pictures" feature, 1st page no less, and several overall! Later, S.H.

After the site revamp a few monthes ago, I can't get any of the "links", just a "page not found" sort of thing. I used to have no problem, any thoughts or remedies? Thanks, S.H.

Just wondering if you haven't posted an update on your POSSIBLE motor devastation due to: 1. No significant progress, (Totally understand: babies/ family comes FIRST), 2. Or just keepin' yer head down till the shrapnel has settled? The Brothers and Sisters are pulling for you...I've almost always found that your local motorcyclists will be of invaluable assistance where you may fall short in your own abilities. My Co-horts and I just "took in" a 23 year old, to help him rebuild a poorly done P.O.'s "totally rebuilt" H.D. Sportster. Wait till I trust him to ride my Nero, his young world will change! Networking in the motorcycle world always leads to meeting MORE truly interesting individuals. And hit the swap meets when all else fails. If it is TRULY trashed, you can't do more than try to fix it, and perhaps it will bad again (or only get 70,000 miles before major bottom end rebuild...). You can STILL part it out, and you will have learned SOMETHING either way. Later, S.H.

This is a largely discussed topic between owners of older BMW's. This is because the most difficult part of regular servicing was the transmission inputshaft spline greasing. Any and all type of grease was tried, from BMW's suggested brand, to marine types, bearing greases and moly and no moly types. The often agreed concensus was a moly type Honda lube, both for standing up to moisture, and "staying put" the 12,000 or so miles between scheduled services. The long and short of it, according to a member who was an engineer in the lubrications field, was: 1. Molys are best for SLIDING (as in the old "IN and OUT") applications 2. Non moly is better for circular, rotational (around and around) applications. I ride in wet and cold weather, and can say this has always worked well for me. Now for my : I'd be willing to bet many motorcycle companies use the same, or similar seals. Seal failure seemed to be a common concern, yet I don't recall it being reported as a actual, proven problem. I'm also going to guess the STYLE of grease is less important than if the joint/part actually GETS greased regularly. Have we all done that nasty front drive shaft zerk lately? Ride if the weather permits, or crank up the heat and do those little things, Later S.H.

...One of the last "Dark Areas" of this NEW bike thing. 23 years riding, my Nero is a 26 year jump in motorcycling for me. All this talk of new fangled teknowledgy has me almost ready to start diggin" in myself...Lord help me, you bastards... , It's all your fault, S.H.

Good luck on the purchase, and hello too. You will love that Ohlins suspension, and this site will prove invaluable, no doubt. See ya around, S.H.