WHY WON'T THEY LEAVE HER ALONE?!!! (The Tangerine Dream HIT AND RUN AGAIN)

[S21FOLGORE]

I’m so sorry to hear about this ...

... now, my advice about this situation.

Also that back end with the rear turn signals?  Well that whole bit needs to be replaced now?!  I guess this forces me to do a "tail chop"?  Some may remember when I was asking about LED lights.  What about LED tail lights?

Don’t jump on to the “tail chop”, “led tail light” conclusion, yet. You can do it over the winter. (more time for research and thinking over.)
You can get a stock turn signal, most probably from a kind forum member at very reasonable price. And you can do it by yourself. (Look at the tail section from the bottom side. You will see those turn signals are held by just one allen bolt. Very easy to replace.)

I'll let you know about the forks... I don't think its the forks to be honest, I think something else is "off" alighment in the front wheel.  I don't know if its the fender or the disks.

The front end wobble could be caused by something very simple, such as under inflated tire, balance weigh came off of the rim, fork bottoms and /or lower triple-tree clamp not properly torqued down, etc.
So, again, don’t jump onto the “set of new forks”, “entire front end swap” conclusion.

Bent handle bar, ...well..., needs to be replaced. So, you will have to decide whether you want a stock bar again, or the one with different height / bend.

[SpikeC]

 Based on the look of the turn signal, for the short term I would mix up a batch of JB Weld and plaster it on there and wrap it with some wide tape until it sets up a bit. Not the prettiest, but a solid repair until you get to messing around this winter.

[He Man]

More often then not, i find that where you decide to park has a lot to do with how it gets hit too.

This comes from a guy who has had his bike knocked down more times then he has digits on his body.

As a result...

-Folding levers
-integrated tail light
-slim front lights
-the thickest handlebars money can buy
-the longest frame sliders known to man

and i never lock my bike so the steering lock doesnt get busted (the real problem with this sentence is that i do this because the chances of my bike being knocked down is higher tthen it being stolen, try fixing ur steering lock 20+ times). yea, someone can roll away with it, but honestly, they havnet, but i have insurance.

[TitanMonsterS4R]

Checked my lot and they are big pivot CRG levers. They have a bit of rash from surviving a knock down but I kept them in case it was knocked over again and I needed some emergency levers again. They are black. Yours if you want.

[lawbreaker]

I have rear turn signals and the tray/license plate holder thingy too if you want them. Seems a few have offered up, but if you need 'em, just give me a shout (pm or email)

[MsTek]

I have a frame slider and honestly, that has been what has saved that bike from even worse damage.  I have (had) bar-end sliders as well but... well as you see, that got ripped out.

I need confirmation but I believe someone is sending me the rear integrated fender/taillight.

I NEED the clutch.  I can get off ebay I gess but I am not sure what to get.

Is there (besides this board) a good place to learn how to replace the parts on the bike?  I'm willing to go up on ebay and get a proper mechanics tool set since it seems I can't get my motorcycle left alone for more than one year.

[S21FOLGORE]

I WAS going to write “how to” article about tool shopping guide for the beginners ... but, you probably can’t wait ...
(And I just woke up, and have to go to work, don’t have much time to write about how and where to buy ...)

OK, I will write, later today, when I have some time to sit down and write.
Don’t buy a “big” tool set (mechanics tool kit). Because,

Half of them you will never use (or you will not need in the next 5 years.)
What you will use often, such as ratchet handle and hex bit socket, the ones in the kit is poor quality.

But, you may not have time / patience to get the tools piece by piece.

If you have to buy a set, look something like this.

http://www.amazon.com/Bondhus-13389-T-handles-Stand-2-10mm/dp/B00012Y38C/ref=pd_sim_469_6?ie=UTF8&refRID=15WRYFVMC2YWW2T1E6AM

http://www.amazon.com/Bondhus-22199-L-wrench-Double-1-5-10mm/dp/B000E7VG5C/ref=sr_1_1?&s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1418306394&sr=1-1&keywords=bondhus%20hex%20set&tag=viglink20245-20
(You probably need just a metric set)

http://www.amazon.com/Vim-Products-VMHMS26-Master-26Pc/dp/B000K1D01A?tag=viglink20245-20

http://www.amazon.com/Grey-Pneumatic-8912BRQ-Precision-Ratchet/dp/B002YK7D68/ref=pd_sim_469_14?ie=UTF8&refRID=1WYGBEEWXWQQ7FZNS0A5

http://www.amazon.com/Grey-Pneumatic-81635MRD-Standard-Duo-Socket/dp/B002BHWD64/ref=pd_sim_469_11?ie=UTF8&refRID=1WYGBEEWXWQQ7FZNS0A5

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001JZRYY/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_3?pf_rd_p=1944687682&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B000Y8OFI6&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=12W27NC38ENC7MC1SB2V

And I advise to stay away from the sears and box store tool kit.
(Some of their tools are okay, but never buy  “XXX -piece mechanics tool set “.

[S21FOLGORE]

Depending your living situation, you may not want a huge tool box.
(Unless you have a garage to keep your tools and your bike, you will pretty much have to haul the tool kit from your room to the garage / parking lot / drive way.)

So, keep that in mind, also, to keep the cost down at affordable level, here are some suggestions I can think of right now.

Motion Pro Mini T-handle $18.99 comes with 8,10,12, and 13 mm socket (1/4” drive)
http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/partno/08-0389/

Wiha hex bit socket set 5-piece (4, 5, 6, 8, and 10 mm, 3/8” drive) $33.38
http://www.wihatools.com/700seri/713mmsock.htm

Cal-Van tools socket adapter 1/4 - 3/8” drive (this is a two-way adapter, you can use both ways) $7.29
http://www.gatzies.com/p-42496-14-38-inch-drive-socket-adapter.aspx

Harbor Freight swivel head ratchet handle 3/8”drive $15.99
http://www.harborfreight.com/3-8-eighth-inch-quick-release-swivel-head-ratchet-96782.html

1/4” drive $12.99
http://www.harborfreight.com/1-4-quarter-inch-quick-release-swivel-head-ratchet-96781.html

Kobalt 3 piece extension set  3/8 “ dr. $14.97
http://www.lowes.com/pd_242268-25428-86929_0__?productId=3714030

Kobalt 1/4” dr. extension $6.97
http://www.lowes.com/pd_337354-22328-85831_1z0wcg7__?productId=3381210&pl.=1

Bondhus ball driver stubby L-wrench (hex key) $10.13
http://www.jbtoolsales.com/bondhus-16599-9pc-set-stub-balldriver-l-wrench-1-5mm-10mm/?gclid=CKfg4e7cx8cCFY8DvAodQQ0AFQ

Craftsman Pro phillips #2 screwdriver $11.39
http://www.craftsman.com/craftsman-professional-2-x-8-in-phillips-screwdriver/p-00947215000P

You should be able to handle most of the simple repair / maintenance work with these tools above, and it’s under $150 total, and you are not buying something you don’t need.
(The problem with universal set / kit is that you get too many tools that you don’t need. And you will need hex bit (allen), a lot.)
You may wonder why the vendor / brand is all over the place. Well, there’s a good reason.
For example, I recommend Kobalt extension because of knurling on the shaft. You can grip the knurle part with your finger and turn the screw without ratchet handle.
I recommend Harbor Freight swivel head ratchet because it is more useful in many situations. (Look at my video in chain and sprocket tutorial.)

[MsTek]

Depending your living situation, you may not want a huge tool box.
(Unless you have a garage to keep your tools and your bike, you will pretty much have to haul the tool kit from your room to the garage / parking lot / drive way.)

So, keep that in mind, also, to keep the cost down at affordable level, here are some suggestions I can think of right now.

Motion Pro Mini T-handle $18.99 comes with 8,10,12, and 13 mm socket (1/4” drive)
http://www.motionpro.com/motorcycle/partno/08-0389/

Wiha hex bit socket set 5-piece (4, 5, 6, 8, and 10 mm, 3/8” drive) $33.38
http://www.wihatools.com/700seri/713mmsock.htm

Cal-Van tools socket adapter 1/4 - 3/8” drive (this is a two-way adapter, you can use both ways) $7.29
http://www.gatzies.com/p-42496-14-38-inch-drive-socket-adapter.aspx

Harbor Freight swivel head ratchet handle 3/8”drive $15.99
http://www.harborfreight.com/3-8-eighth-inch-quick-release-swivel-head-ratchet-96782.html

1/4” drive $12.99
http://www.harborfreight.com/1-4-quarter-inch-quick-release-swivel-head-ratchet-96781.html

Kobalt 3 piece extension set  3/8 “ dr. $14.97
http://www.lowes.com/pd_242268-25428-86929_0__?productId=3714030

Kobalt 1/4” dr. extension $6.97
http://www.lowes.com/pd_337354-22328-85831_1z0wcg7__?productId=3381210&pl.=1

Bondhus ball driver stubby L-wrench (hex key) $10.13
http://www.jbtoolsales.com/bondhus-16599-9pc-set-stub-balldriver-l-wrench-1-5mm-10mm/?gclid=CKfg4e7cx8cCFY8DvAodQQ0AFQ

Craftsman Pro phillips #2 screwdriver $11.39
http://www.craftsman.com/craftsman-professional-2-x-8-in-phillips-screwdriver/p-00947215000P

You should be able to handle most of the simple repair / maintenance work with these tools above, and it’s under $150 total, and you are not buying something you don’t need.
(The problem with universal set / kit is that you get too many tools that you don’t need. And you will need hex bit (allen), a lot.)
You may wonder why the vendor / brand is all over the place. Well, there’s a good reason.
For example, I recommend Kobalt extension because of knurling on the shaft. You can grip the knurle part with your finger and turn the screw without ratchet handle.
I recommend Harbor Freight swivel head ratchet because it is more useful in many situations. (Look at my video in chain and sprocket tutorial.)

This was VERY  helpful/useful.  Thank you for taking the time to write this out for me!!  I'm sure others on the board will find it helpful too!

[S21FOLGORE]

You’re very welcome !

Here’s the video for you, to get better understanding about how to use T-handle.
Watch how Dave Moss use the tool.



It’s not exactly the same one as I linked, but you’ll get the idea. (You can do the same thing.)
Motion Pro T-handle is cool because you can use one tool for both high torque application AND driving in / out the bolt with speed.

[MsTek]

I have the rear tail light sorted out  (I.E. someone was kind enough to send me one).

I am going to attempt to do the clutch myself after watching a video on YouTube university.  It seems liked it wasn't too complicated.

One question- will any clutch level work?  I might see if I can get something different off ebay which means I need to change the brake lever as well.

Is it dumb as a novice just using the internet I am going to swap out these parts myself?

Thanks!

-V-

[stopintime]

http://www.ducatisuite.com/leverchange.html

[oldndumb]

..............

Is it dumb as a novice just using the internet I am going to swap out these parts myself?

Thanks!

-V-

My opinion is that, if you want to do it, you can. And, if you want to do it, you will enjoy it. 

[MsTek]

Can I use ANY levers?

[Howie]

If you stay OEM you need a lever from a single swing arm Monster from your generation.  Is yours broken or bent?  They can often be straightened good enough.