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The original rim and tyre were both damaged, this is a replacement rim. The original rim didn't have any weights on it.
Thanks for your input. Could you explain why this is correct? The fitter said he'd try to rotate the tire for a balance with no need for weights...
I thought it was odd that so may weights were added, especially around the valve stem. I took it to a highly regarded mechanic/shop and he said...
I finally settled on Michelin Road 5's, figured I couldn't go wrong. Paid $154 for the front tire to get me use to spending too much money on this...
Need these to get my bike road worthy. Prefer no rust, sun baked,etc
When I went shopping for SUV tires reading the reviews made my mind bleed so I just settled on Long Tour TA's and to hell with it - went thru much...
I've got my '97 T509 (885) up and running, now need front and rear jack stands. For the rear I'm going with Pit Bulls rear stand ($204) and am...
Good info - THANKS!
Thanks Rich - just a few more things to attend to and she'll be ready to fire up!
That's what I'm talkin bout! This was a can't lose buy. On the other hand I've been buying the parts and things necessary to get her going, then...
SprintDave that's a great help - Thanks!
Thanks, I've got my fingers crossed!
Hah, I was afraid the sunshine thing may have gone too far!
Thanks Wishbone, it's looking promising. The bike is clean, it turns over, the trans clicks into gear nicely, etc. It's low miles and the guy...
Angus, Wessa, Ron - Thanks!
New member here - and the new owner of a 1997 T509 Picked up this bike cheap, partially disassembled and am putting it back together now, but...
I'm an old hand at driving on old tyres! The rear tire has a thick carcass and is still pliable. I'm pretty confident I can make a few short low...
Yes, All I need is a few low speed runs to insure the mechanicals are good and then she'll get new tires front and rear.
Thanks you guys - Good to hear from you! Here's some pics of the bike, torn down for cleaning and inspection. And some Florida sunshine - don't...
Well you're right, but it's such a pretty 15 year old tire!