Thu, 12 Nov 1998 09:36:37 +0000 - Message No. 4450
From: Peter

Subject: A Little Warning


Just got my XRV (91) through its annual MOT and a couple of bits of
advice came to light,

1: as you probably know I have recently acquired a new rear disk for my
bike as the old one was worn to the width of a small coin, the reason
for this was because the original Honda brake pads had been replaced by
EBC pads, not only are they terrible for our disks but they are actually
smaller as well and do not grip on the whole disk when braking, probably
about 15-20% less coverage than the originals.

2: check the clutch cable where it runs around the steering head on the
frame as it rubs quite badly there, and while your there check the other
cables as well, mine had worn to nearly breaking point, also check the
clutch cable support near the right hand radiator and make sure it IS
actually supporting the cable, mine was bent flat and doing nothing.

might save you some unnecessary hassle's in the future.

regards

Pete (UK)








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