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    Anyone know of a Bike Maintenance class around??? oil changes, filters, tires, clutch, etc.

    Thanks!

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    Re: Simple Bike Maintenance classes??

    We were thinking of running a brake / hydrolic clutch fluid flushing day to start off a series of self maintenance seminars.
    We'd charge a flat fee of $25 to attend and you'll get RBF600 race fluid and be able to use our tools and dispose of your old fluid on site.
    Other riders and home grown mechanics would be on site to help you get the job done.
    Does this sound like something you may be interested in?

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    Re: Simple Bike Maintenance classes??

    Honeslty, the more I know the better! LOL... Im a big DIYer.... sooo... ya it would.. How often do you do something like that??

    do you know of any other seminars for oil changes and stuff???

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    Re: Simple Bike Maintenance classes??

    We USED TO do this up at my place. We did some at the beginning of the season and ran a couple of 'em toward the end. It kinda got to be a clusterfuck though, having to dispose of all the waste oil & in some cases coolant & hydro fluid. In some rare instances, people expected ME to go out & get THEIR oil & filters specific to their machines. The first couple ran great & we all pitched in for lunch and fluid disposal. After a few though, things got messy...

    Honestly, I had fun doing it. We tried to gear it more toward the relative newby DIY'er, but in the end ended up with more 'seasoned' DIY'ers that kind of convoluted things a bit. I'd be happy to start these up again, but we'd need to get strict on some stipulations so it doesn't get all fucked up again. Like I said, I seriously had a good time doing them. Well, until things started getting outta hand...

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    Re: Simple Bike Maintenance classes??

    I would love this as well.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Stoneman View Post
    We USED TO do this up at my place. We did some at the beginning of the season and ran a couple of 'em toward the end. It kinda got to be a clusterfuck though, having to dispose of all the waste oil & in some cases coolant & hydro fluid. In some rare instances, people expected ME to go out & get THEIR oil & filters specific to their machines. The first couple ran great & we all pitched in for lunch and fluid disposal. After a few though, things got messy...

    Honestly, I had fun doing it. We tried to gear it more toward the relative newby DIY'er, but in the end ended up with more 'seasoned' DIY'ers that kind of convoluted things a bit. I'd be happy to start these up again, but we'd need to get strict on some stipulations so it doesn't get all fucked up again. Like I said, I seriously had a good time doing them. Well, until things started getting outta hand...
    Well, Im def not a seasoned rider.. Total newbie all around. I want any and all DIY info I can get. If you do get something going again, please let me know!

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    Re: Simple Bike Maintenance classes??

    I'm always willing to do/ show some one how to do an oil change or give a hand with some sort of maintenance. People have shown me how to do things over the years and passing the knowledge on is the least i could do

    For the most part the main things you'll need to do yourself will be chain cleaning/lube/adjustment and oil changes

    Air filters, spark plugs and brakes pads/ fluid are also easy DIY jobs that i know how to do but you don't do them all that often

    This is also depending on the location, for instance my spark plugs are behind the radiator and in the middle of my bike under the airbox gas tank ect. changing them is easy, getting to them is not.

    Valve clearances I would go to someone with right knowledge to do them since the tools required and the little nuances of the job are better suited for a pro.

    As for tires, i'd just go to Tricky Mike who is close to you in chelmsford and does tire changing for a great price. There is a thread on here "Tire Changing in Chelmsford" and thats him.

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    ^^Same.

    If anyone wants to know HOW to do anything. Feel free to ask me.

    Everything from:
    Changing Tires
    Changing Oil/Filter
    Changing Brakes
    Bleeding hydraulic lines
    Clutch change
    Clutch adjust
    Fork oil change/adjustment
    Suspension tuning
    Air filter changing.
    Accessory installation.
    Motor repair.
    Valve checks.
    Timing adjustments.
    Changing chains and sprockets.
    Cable adjustment...
    yadda-yadda.

    I'm pretty good with all of it. I was actually thinking of doing up some vids on basic mechanical maintenance on bikes and scooters this summer.

    Step by step kinda stuff... but, I too would be interested in taking a class here or there on some more advanced things.

    I'm good at keeping a bike stock, or modifying little bits here and there when needed. I'm all about preventative maintenance.

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    Re: Simple Bike Maintenance classes??

    I'd love to learn to change my radiator fluid. Well actually, changing the fluid is the easy part, getting the plastics off are a chore.

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    Re: Simple Bike Maintenance classes??

    I'd be willing to help people with this stuff as well. If we do get a class together, I'll be there to help out if I can. If no class gets together, hit me up with any questions, and maybe we can even hook up and I'll help you through it and teach you how. I'm in Reading.

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    Re: Simple Bike Maintenance classes??

    I am thinking of doing this up in the Northern Vermont area as well.

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    Re: Simple Bike Maintenance classes??

    I would defintely be interested in a class or a group session in the eastern mass/southern NH region. I'm defintely a DIY newb and always up for learning new stuff.

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    ahhhh... memories.

    Our first "maintenance day" was in 1998!!!! Can't believe that was 13 years ago. Here's photos from our 1999 maintenance day

    http://www.sportriders.com/maintenan...0999/index.cfm

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    Re: Simple Bike Maintenance classes??

    I could potentially see doing small "how to" workshops at TTD events(night in between days) being a good idea.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Mr. Kurtz View Post
    I could potentially see doing small "how to" workshops at TTD events(night in between days) being a good idea.
    Yep... we did/do them.

    We could definitely do something by request.

    We did brake pad change one time, wheel removal another time, and brake fluid change at the third.

    The "hard" part was for me to stay sober enough waiting for people to come back from the track walk.

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    Re: Simple Bike Maintenance classes??

    I sadly pull the girl card when it comes to fixing or upgrades..

    I need to learn ... OR ... Hire

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    Re: Simple Bike Maintenance classes??

    Quote Originally Posted by bonbon76 View Post
    Anyone know of a Bike Maintenance class around??? oil changes, filters, tires, clutch, etc.

    Thanks!
    You might also want to look into getting the service manual for your bike. Not the owners manual...the service manual will literally show you how to strip the thing and put it all back together. They definitely cover everything you listed above and then some.

    Sometimes you can find them in *.pdf format, sometimes you can find them on cd (ebay) for around 10 bucks, or you can go to the dealership and buy them...usually around $70 I think...or try ebay, most likely cheaper there.

    I think I had the service manual for my bike before I even had my bike.

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    Re: Simple Bike Maintenance classes??

    Greater Lowell Tech in tyngsboro will be offering a "Girls Night Out " beginner automotive course in september, alot of info could translate over. If you need more info you can try 978-441-4874

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    Re: Simple Bike Maintenance classes??

    Quote Originally Posted by 35racer View Post
    The "hard" part was for me to stay sober enough waiting for people to come back from the track walk.
    That just makes the "lesson" more interesting

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    Quote Originally Posted by cbr_chick_nh View Post
    I sadly pull the girl card when it comes to fixing or upgrades..

    I need to learn ... OR ... Hire
    I understand... I really dont like to depend or rely on others except for the bigger stuff obviously. If Im riding alone and I break down, I at least want to know what Im looking at...

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    Re: Simple Bike Maintenance classes??

    Quote Originally Posted by zgr View Post
    Greater Lowell Tech in tyngsboro will be offering a "Girls Night Out " beginner automotive course in september, alot of info could translate over. If you need more info you can try 978-441-4874
    oooo... this sounds interesting... THANKS!!!! Ill def call!!

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    Ted,
    I'd be interested in something like that.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Slyder View Post
    You might also want to look into getting the service manual for your bike. Not the owners manual...the service manual will literally show you how to strip the thing and put it all back together. They definitely cover everything you listed above and then some.

    Sometimes you can find them in *.pdf format, sometimes you can find them on cd (ebay) for around 10 bucks, or you can go to the dealership and buy them...usually around $70 I think...or try ebay, most likely cheaper there.

    I think I had the service manual for my bike before I even had my bike.
    This or a Haynes or Chilton manual. Although sometimes they are a bit vague in the instructions. Step 1. remove engine. Hey Danny500 out of curiosity whereabouts do you live in W. MA?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Danny500 View Post
    ^^Same.

    If anyone wants to know HOW to do anything. Feel free to ask me.

    Everything from:
    Changing Tires
    Changing Oil/Filter
    Changing Brakes
    Bleeding hydraulic lines
    Clutch change
    Clutch adjust
    Fork oil change/adjustment
    Suspension tuning
    Air filter changing.
    Accessory installation.
    Motor repair.
    Valve checks.
    Timing adjustments.
    Changing chains and sprockets.
    Cable adjustment...
    yadda-yadda.

    I'm pretty good with all of it. I was actually thinking of doing up some vids on basic mechanical maintenance on bikes and scooters this summer.

    Step by step kinda stuff... but, I too would be interested in taking a class here or there on some more advanced things.

    I'm good at keeping a bike stock, or modifying little bits here and there when needed. I'm all about preventative maintenance.


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    Re: Simple Bike Maintenance classes??

    Quote Originally Posted by bonbon76 View Post
    I understand... I really dont like to depend or rely on others except for the bigger stuff obviously. If Im riding alone and I break down, I at least want to know what Im looking at...
    I'd love to do it all myself... But I work 80+ hours/ week and don't have time to sit and learn something new that's not work related.

    I decided to strip the plastics off my bike last year for a super thorough cleaning... Ended up taking a picture, numbering all the bolts and screws and putting them in their itemized individual bags so they remained organized. What should have taken an hour, took 2 days ...

    I'd be interested in possibly taking time off to focus and learn about general maintenance

    Oh, and I have a new chain, sprockets, bar ends, and more.. Just sitting in my basement awaiting installation... ... Greg?

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