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    Oil in one of the cylinders from spark plug replacement

    Hi folks, My 2016 S 10 has had trouble starting on a cold start when the temps are down in the 40s (hey, that’s cold by Southern California standards!). Yes, I know hard starts have been covered ad nauseam on this form, but bear with me while I follow up with further context: So I’ve pulled...
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    Stay AWAY from Klass Cycles in Fountain Valley, CA (extremely upset at these guys)

    I brought my 2016 S10 for a valve adjustment to an outfit called "Klass Cycles" in Fountain Valley, CA. I had my first valve adjustment a few years ago and it went flawlessly. I've also brought bike to them for minor things like adding auxilary lights, etc. This time, I brought my bike in...
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    ECU - reflash or replace

    The cruise was quitting on my S10 while in operation. Front brake switch was already replaced under recall, but the problem still reared its head. I took the bike into the dealer. They used their diagnostic tool and got 4 codes back. I’ve not yet retrieved the bike, but they want to replace...
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    Cruise control cancelling while in operation

    My cruise control will all of the sudden stop working during operation on the freeway. That sort of sudden engine braking can be a little disconcerting (and possibly put my butt in someone’s grill eventually). :rolleyes: Any ideas on how to fix this?
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    Well, THAT could’ve ended badly

    Commuting on the S10 everyday, I started noticing a raised tread pattern on my Shinko front tire. I had actually thought about posting a pic of it and getting everyone’s feedback as to whether or not it needed replacing. As it turns out, the tire gave me an answer yesterday.
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    Buying final gear gaskets in bulk

    Hi All - I recognize that there are multiple posts of oil changes (ad nauseum), but my question specifically deals with buying the final gear gaskets are in bulk over the Internet, if that’s possible. For what it’s worth, I’ve already found a link to buy the gasket for the motor oil drain plug...
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    Replacing clutch lever

    I bought aftermarket brake and clutch levers for the S10. The brake lever replacement went without a hitch. Unfortunately, when I tried replacing the clutch lever after having transferred the push rod bushing from the old lever to the new lever, I can’t get the clutch to work. So I tried putting...
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    Seeking Cover 2 (upper right fairing) for 2016 60th Anniversary edition

    Finding the correct color scheme for a cowling on my 60th anniversary edition S10 has been a challenge, so I’m throwing a Hail Mary post in the hope that someone might have what I’m seeking (yellow taxicab color with white and black graphics) I believe the equivalent part number would be...
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    Coming back from surgery

    Hi All - I haven’t ridden since February of this year, as I have been tending to health issues and am healing nicely. Anyway, I’ve had my S10 slumbering since that time and I live in SoCal, so I didn’t winterize it or anything like that. As I’ve now been given approval for short rides, I’m...
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    SW Motech crash bars installation.

    Hi All - Has anyone installed the SW Motech crash bars? I did OK with the right side installation, but it seems to me like the left side crash bars were not specked properly for the bolt holes. I managed to muscle it on, but I was wondering if anybody else has the same problem installing the...
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    Newbie questions regarding the mechanical workings of Motion Pro 08-0143 Hydraulic Brake Bleeder

    Hi Gang- In the hopes that this tool will make my arthritic hands not have to do so many things at once when bleeding the brakes, I'd like to understand the mechanical workings of the Motion pro 08-0143 Hydraulic Brake Bleeder a little better so that I don't introduce a lot of air into my brake...
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    Front brake doesn’t feel right since changing front tire

    Hi All - I was changing out my front tire and followed the procedure of removing the right brake caliper in order to remove the tire. Everything went OK (or so I thought) until after I reinstalled the tire. I made sure that the rotor on the left side of the wheel went in between the brake...
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    Tire buffers?

    I know that there's plenty of threads about tires, but I would like to get people's opinions and advice about patching a tire. So far, I've not been very good at applying the inner patch to a tire. And this is a perfect scenario of a small hole in the center tread of a tire, NOT near the...
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    The most precious commodity of all--patience

    I didn't get into motorcycling until my early 40s. While it's posed a lot of disadvantages in terms of riding skills, waiting so long--at least for me--was the right decision. I was far too emotionally immature in my 30s to have so much power in my hands and am pretty sure that I wouldn't be...
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    Need a good mechanic in orange county California

    It’s time for a valve check and possible adjustment. Can anybody recommend a good mechanic for my beloved S10 in the Orange County California area?
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    Brake pad mileage

    Hi Gang - I read many articles posted by members here who say they change their brake pads at 20,000 miles or less. Yet on my bike, my front pads are measuring between 3 and 4 mm and have plenty of "meat" on them at 27,000 miles. And when I visually compare them to new pads, the wear is at...
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    Headlight bulb holder - solved

    Ok, this is my first time doing this, so please talk to me like I’m a first grader. I cannot unhook the headlight bulb holder so that I can replace my headlight bulb. How do I do this? Pictures are appreciated since I clearly can’t just read and figure it out from my owners manual.
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    Spoke weights

    Hi All - Do spoke weights work well for the S10 rear wheel? I have noticed that the spokes on the rear wheel come in at a sharper angle to the wheel rim than the front wheel and was concerned that spoke weights might not work because of it? Or should I try that Ride-On tire sealant which is...
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    OK, maybe I'm being paranoid..

    One of my recent posts describe how I somehow fumbled my way into changing my rear tire. All seems well, but I hear a noise at around 50-60 mph that sounds like wind blowing across a coke bottle. I'm hoping it's just the tread, but could I have done something to the drive shaft when I put the...
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    Rubber dampers in rear tire

    So, this last weekend was my first attempt at replacing the rear tire. It was agony, but I *think* I was successful. The rubber wedge shaped dampers fell out as I removed the rear tire from the shaft, and I wasn’t entirely sure how to put them back in. I reasoned that the little rubber strips...
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