Recent content by FTMFW

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    extended swingarm brake problem.

    fiend- so thats it, it just sits on top of the arm and nothing else retains it? any chance of a close up picture :thumbsup::bowdown:
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    went down a few weeks ago.

    compared to most of these stories, mines not even really worth posting, but if someone learns from MY mistakes, then it was worth doing. was saturday night 3-4 weeks ago. went for a ride up to the local drive-in, about a 45 minute highway ride. was sticky and humid, didnt wear any gear, i...
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    extended swingarm brake problem.

    ill try and call them tomorrow, was trying to finish tonight (sunday) but its not a huge deal, i still have to re-route some air/elec lines and swap the forks, so itll be a few days till im done either way. i just want to make sure im not sitting around waiting for parts or something. thanks!
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    extended swingarm brake problem.

    im at a loss here. without seeing pictures of a setup i just cant figure this thing out. ive gone from: a stock arm with extensions (worked great, was a cheap start) that used the factory style brake bracket that just slid into the notch on the arm. no issue there. a factory arm...
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    extended arm brake question

    im at a loss here. without seeing pictures of a setup i just cant figure this thing out. ive gone from: a stock arm with extensions (worked great, was a cheap start) that used the factory style brake bracket that just slid into the notch on the arm. no issue there. a factory arm...
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    need suggestions for 08 paintjob.....

    so my bikes been dinged up in the trailer, rock chips, scuffs, etc, and needs a fresh look. i just cant make my mind up. first off, my bike is an 08, black frame. lowered/stretched (its not a showbike, race/streetbike), black swingarm, and ive powdercoated a lot of brackets and stuff black...
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    think this guy likes to ride?

    i'd love to know how many tires, what oil, how many services, clutches etc etc
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    Police bike vs semi

    what the hell was he thinking?
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    Paint Booth

    hope the code inspector doesnt come out, youll be pretty deep in it. no proper ventilation with explosion proof fans, no sealed lighting. but this is from someone who paints in a garage lol. looks pretty good.
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    need 08 modded tail graphics

    soooo i got a catalyst tail on my bike, and i need the turn signal stickers, ive had no luck searching ebay. i'd also like to get a pair of the factory looking nice vinyl stickers that say '1340' instead of the factory ones that go on the turn signal pods. any help appreciated!
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    rear axle castle nut

    does anyone know the thread pattern/diameter for the 2008+ axle nut? i could use a new axle and nut, mine are pretty beat up.
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    k8 died last night...

    do you guys have any more info on this recall/tsb? like what serial numbers/build dates are affected, and where the problem is?
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    k8 died last night...

    hmmm thats possible. i went out there and checked a few things, the 15a fuse for ignition was blown. ive got a wiring print but i cant see the damn thing its too small, going to try to get to kinkos to have it enlarged and laminated so i can get deeper into it. put a new fuse in it, starts...
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    Lost my key...

    i think i lost my 2nd key this weekend...its either in my garage, house, or got thrown away by accident. genII as well and i believe there is a transponder in the key :(
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    k8 died last night...

    what a frustrating evening. long story short i rode about 15 miles last night, made a left turn, and the bike shut off, felt like i hit the run switch with my hand by accident or something. no FI light, gauge says 'check', but thats it. ive got a pmr tether, checked that roadside, seemed ok...
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