 another new owner
|
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 140
Adjunct
|
OP
Adjunct
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 140 |
I have been lurking around here for about a month. a couple of weeks ago purchaxed a 2008 BA. Just wanted to say thanks in helping me make the decesion to buy a Triumph. BTW I bought an AI removal kit from BC. Was I supposed to get some directions? Can any tell me where I can find some direction with pictures? Tried some searches but I could not find them. Of course I am really bad at searches. Should I install the AI before the break in period?
Thanks in advance
Kendall
Kendall
"When you drink the water, remember the man who dug the well." Chinese proverb
2008 America Pacific/Aegean blue w/long slash cut TOR's, and stock carbs rejetted.
|
|
|
Re: another new owner
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 18,825
"Lighten up, Francis."
|
|
"Lighten up, Francis."
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 18,825 |
There's tons of info in the Help forum.
|
|
|
Re: another new owner
|
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 1,440
Learned Hand
|
|
Learned Hand
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 1,440 |
Welcome! There sure are a lot of new owners here. My bike just cracked 500 miles. Quote:
Was I supposed to get some directions?
I'm surprised there were no directions. Maybe it was a "homebrew" kit put together by the dealer. Anyway, I'll copy and post the instructions that came with mine if no one beats me to it.
Quote:
Should I install the AI before the break in period?
I did. In fact, I couldn't wait to get rid of AI. My only decision was whether to remove all the parts, or to plug the lines. In the end, I did what most folks here recommended - removed everything and installed the kit "clean."
Jack
'08 America Blue/White; Custom Headlamps, Custom Lowers, Clearview 20", Bafflectomy
|
|
|
Re: another new owner
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 7,643
Monkey Butt
|
|
Monkey Butt
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 7,643 |
AI Removalalways check the "Tech Vault", and welcome from this side of the pond 
Last edited by birchr; 07/27/2008 5:58 PM.
Ray(UK)
|
|
|
Re: another new owner
|
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 2,555
Loquacious
|
|
Loquacious
Joined: Aug 2006
Posts: 2,555 |
The percentage you're paying is too high-priced
While you're living beyond all your means
And the man in the suit has just bought a new car
From the profit he's made on your dreams
|
|
|
Re: another new owner
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 3,753
Loquacious
|
|
Loquacious
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 3,753 |
welcome and goodluck with the bike
Frank
(Former)05 BA tbike pipes, ai removed, Freak, mikuni hsr 42's, 904, ported/polished head, 1mm oversized valves
NOW-2010 silver and black tbird
|
|
|
Re: another new owner
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 12,164 Likes: 1
Should be Riding
|
|
Should be Riding
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 12,164 Likes: 1 |
Congratulations and Welcome!!
Soren
|
|
|
Re: another new owner
|
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 1,440
Learned Hand
|
|
Learned Hand
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 1,440 |
I've posted a copy of the instructions that came with my kit below. In addition to these instructions, you might need direction with a few of the basic nuts and bolts. I had the benefit of a local America owner for this (Thanks Dick!). Here are my own notes (these are in addition to the kit instructions): Ride the bike until you've used most of the gas in the tank. I know, I know, it's a bad job, but someone's gotta do it. Next, you need a 8mm flat wrench for the passenger seat. Remove the rear seat bolt, then remove the pillion by pushing forward while pulling up. Be sure the rear bracket doesn't scratch the fender while you're doing this. Remove the bolt at the rear of the main seat. Pull the seat back and up. Remove hardware at the back of the tank. Pull the back of the tank up a few inches with one hand while you feel your way around to find the rubber bleeder tube. It attaches under the tank in a sort of upper-left location. Simply pull the tube down to remove. Now pull the tank back (to disengage the front rubber "T" mount) and up. I suggest laying out some towels in advance so you have a place to set everything. Also, don't forget to cover the tank with a cloth any time you're working above it. It only takes one slip of a tool to ding that beautiful new paint. When you're done with everything, route the bleeder tube so it's in the same position as before you removed it. Double-check to be sure the tube isn't crimped when you reinstall the tank. Finally, I also suggest that you save the parts. It's not inconceivable that laws may eventually require original equipment to be fitted in order to pass vehicle inspection. Incidentally, I was not able to locate a deep 13mm socket that would fit over the injectors. The upper end of the injectors is flared, and the flare wouldn't fit through either the 3/8" dirve or 1/2" drive sockets that I tried. In the end, I used a 13mm open-end to just crack the injectors loose. It wouldn't turn more than about 5 or 10 degrees, but that was enough to get them out by hand. I'm sure this won't work with an older bike, but it will work while they're new.  Good luck! Jack
'08 America Blue/White; Custom Headlamps, Custom Lowers, Clearview 20", Bafflectomy
|
|
|
Re: another new owner
|
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 300
Adjunct
|
|
Adjunct
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 300 |
you DID get a blue and white,,, did'nt you??? the most beautiful color possible, known to modern man??? well,,, if you did'nt,,welcome anyway!!! [you MIGHT just not have as good taste,, as some fortunate members here.]
some people are like slinkies, they serve no purpose, but, they bring a smile to your face when you push them down the stairs.
|
|
|
Re: another new owner
|
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 140
Adjunct
|
|
OP
Adjunct
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 140 |
Thanks everone for the welcome and directions. I will work on this the AI removal during the week. Sorry I bought a P. Blue/A. Blue. Thanks again for the info and i'm sure I'll need everyones expertize in the future. By the way I'm in Richmond, Va. Just interested to see if anyone else is from the neighborhood.
Kendall
"When you drink the water, remember the man who dug the well." Chinese proverb
2008 America Pacific/Aegean blue w/long slash cut TOR's, and stock carbs rejetted.
|
|
|
Re: another new owner
|
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 1,883
Learned Hand
|
|
Learned Hand
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 1,883 |
~Brent
-----
"Nothing you can be is more terrible than what I am." ~ 2007 Black Speedmaster!!
|
|
|
Added a picture of bike
|
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 140
Adjunct
|
|
OP
Adjunct
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 140 |
I thought I would put a picture of the bike up since I finally uplaoded it. Picture was taken in July the day i brought it home. So far I got 1550 miles on her. 
Kendall
"When you drink the water, remember the man who dug the well." Chinese proverb
2008 America Pacific/Aegean blue w/long slash cut TOR's, and stock carbs rejetted.
|
|
|
Re: Added a picture of bike
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 1,847
Learned Hand
|
|
Learned Hand
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 1,847 |
Welcome to the fray, and nice pic, thanks. Ride safe 
Warren
04 Caspian Blue and Silver America
|
|
|
Re: Added a picture of bike
|
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 214
Adjunct
|
|
Adjunct
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 214 |
beautiful! however, i think they look better with the pillion pulled, lol
there are 10 kinds of people in the world. those that understand binary, and those that don't.
|
|
|
Re: Added a picture of bike
|
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 1,680
Learned Hand
|
|
Learned Hand
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 1,680 |
Welcome aboard, Kendall. Nice looking machine even if, as Lester pointed out, it is not the most awsomest of color schemes (Blue and White).
Still has that showroom shine.
Thom
I might be wrong, I sometimes am.
|
|
|
Re: Added a picture of bike
|
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 140
Adjunct
|
|
OP
Adjunct
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 140 |
I agree but the wife has enjoyed riding more than I thought she would.  AngusPT: How far SW are you? Grew up Lynchburg have a friend out in Wise.
Last edited by Kendall; 10/09/2008 5:56 PM.
Kendall
"When you drink the water, remember the man who dug the well." Chinese proverb
2008 America Pacific/Aegean blue w/long slash cut TOR's, and stock carbs rejetted.
|
|
|
Re: Added a picture of bike
|
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 46
Greenhorn
|
|
Greenhorn
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 46 |
Nice ride. Congrats!
I'll buy a round of drinks! Woodford Reserve straight for me!
|
|
|
Re: Added a picture of bike
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 2,968 Likes: 1
Loquacious
|
|
Loquacious
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 2,968 Likes: 1 |
Congrats and welcome to BA.COM
|
|
|
Re: another new owner
|
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 365
Adjunct
|
|
Adjunct
Joined: Feb 2007
Posts: 365 |
Quote:
you DID get a blue and white,,, did'nt you??? the most beautiful color possible,
This guy is soooo correct, as long as it is "Pacific Blue/New England White".
Hey, only kidding, it's all about personal taste. Glad you chose a Triumph and welcome to BA.
Paw
07 America, Pacific Blue/New England White.
SSgt. USAF 67-71
|
|
|
Re: another new owner
|
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 11,126 Likes: 13
Should be Riding
|
|
Should be Riding
Joined: Jan 2005
Posts: 11,126 Likes: 13 |
Did you say BBQ? mmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmmm   Congrats! Cool Smoke 2008 grand champions at BBQ festival Can ya say a huge 2004 trophy? 
Last edited by moe; 10/10/2008 11:23 AM.
Blowing gravel off rural roads
|
|
|
|
|
