To CelticdogI'm thinking of refurbishing my fazer, and the centre stand needs painting.Have you any tips about getting the stand off and on.
Quote from: Paul on 19 September 2016, 09:35:34 amIt's a lot easier than you'd think, loosen both sides first then just take one bolt off and move the stand, then the spring will compress so you can easily undo the other side.When refitting, put one bolt in then you'll be able to pull the other side into position with the spring still attached.
It's a lot easier than you'd think, loosen both sides first then just take one bolt off and move the stand, then the spring will compress so you can easily undo the other side.When refitting, put one bolt in then you'll be able to pull the other side into position with the spring still attached.
To Darrsi and CelticdogThanks for the advice.The only other pieces of advice I think I need are: Which side do you take the engine out of? And what stuff do need take off the motor to enable it come out of the frame (other than the usual pipes, cables, carbs and wires)
I've had mine out a couple of times and can do it in about an hour.
To save on wire brushes and knuckles, Electrolysis is brilliant for cleaning rust offstuff like this.I started out with a bucket and a battery charger, now I have a wheelybin...
Back in takes 2 or 3hrs regardless as it's a bit of a faff reconnecting throttle cables, getting engine mount bolts back in, carb rubbers on, etc. Usually requires a bit of swearing and a few cups of tea.
Quote from: Chillitt on 23 September 2016, 01:33:11 pmTo save on wire brushes and knuckles, Electrolysis is brilliant for cleaning rust offstuff like this.I started out with a bucket and a battery charger, now I have a wheelybin... Hi chillitt, good call with the electrolysis, did you use caustic soda or washing soda crystals?Quote from: Bretty on 22 September 2016, 10:52:40 pmBack in takes 2 or 3hrs regardless as it's a bit of a faff reconnecting throttle cables, getting engine mount bolts back in, carb rubbers on, etc. Usually requires a bit of swearing and a few cups of tea.Sounds like alot of fun Bretty, Can you lift the engine in on your own or do you need another pair of hands?