Eric said:Canyon cages were down the list of things I want to add, but after almost dropping it twice already I think they're moving up near the top!
gsun said:Matthew said:I tried to take the front wheel off for a tire change but had a huge fail. I was able to remove three of the bolts for the two calipers, but the forth one is stuck. stripped out, broke off an easy-out inside of it. Don't know what to do know, that bolt is shaped so that you can't get a vice grips on it.
Can you grind flat spots in the head so you can get vice grips on it?
Egodriver71 said:Eric said:Canyon cages were down the list of things I want to add, but after almost dropping it twice already I think they're moving up near the top!
Should be almost the first thing added to a C14
MtnRider said:Installed LED headlight and city light bulbs. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07FCD3CRN/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
MtnRider said:I did have to cut the rubber boots to get them over the heatsinks. Just used an exacto knife at the base, about 1 1/4" diameter, nice snug fit. I haven't ridden at night with them so no report on beam patterns thou the reviews were positive in that respect.
Sailor_chic said:I measured the amount of dust collected on mine. :'(
Say it isn't so... :??: hope you're ok!Tinsailor said:Does totaling one out count?
MtnRider said:I received Larry Toews front & rear fender extensions in the mail today. All mounted up and ready for the commute tomorrow. I like that the front is so long. Hoping that rear one helps keep the crap off the back end in the Colorado late afternoon rains.
spartan1984 said:Had the original OEM tires replaced with Michelin Pilot Rod 4 GTs. Holy cow what a difference
Jim said:First post for a new member! This is a great site - a great resource while researching how to buy a C14. Picked up a 2015 with 4400 miles last week. Oh, what a machine!
Installed an Admore 8” lightbar below the license plate today. Have had one on my BMW for the last year and enjoy the piece of mind it provides.
Road Runner said:Jim said:First post for a new member! This is a great site - a great resource while researching how to buy a C14. Picked up a 2015 with 4400 miles last week. Oh, what a machine!
Installed an Admore 8” lightbar below the license plate today. Have had one on my BMW for the last year and enjoy the piece of mind it provides.
:great: Welcome to COG and enjoy that new-to-you machine; know you are and will !!!
Road Runner said:Radiator leak ... something (e.g., rock) damaged radiator. No radiator guard and no fender extender. Yep, sometimes we (me in this case) learn the hard way. :'(
Plan to get radiator repaired asap (hopefully this coming week), but before I put it back on I plan to add both a radiator guard AND the front fender extender. While bike it tore down, going to perform a few other things (e.g., replace air filter for one).
connie_rider said:Sounds like a lot of progress and $$… :great:
Hopefully it will warm up and you can go ride it...
Ride safe, Ted
Jim said:I’ve had a lot of fun the past few weeks reading on here what are the best mods for my new to me Connie. Since the last post with the Admore Lightbar:
Murph’s risers.
Phil’s luggage rack.
Cyclops LED headlights.
LED city lights.
Pinned the side cases.
AST helmet locks.
MRA X-creen tour.
Throttlemeister friction lock.
Givi 47 arrives tomorrow.
spartan1984 said:Jim said:I’ve had a lot of fun the past few weeks reading on here what are the best mods for my new to me Connie. Since the last post with the Admore Lightbar:
Murph’s risers.
Phil’s luggage rack.
Cyclops LED headlights.
LED city lights.
Pinned the side cases.
AST helmet locks.
MRA X-creen tour.
Throttlemeister friction lock.
Givi 47 arrives tomorrow.
Hi Jim,
Pinned the side cases, can you elaborate on that or provide the forum posting where it was discussed?
Thanks,
spartan
gilbysan said:If anyone knows of someone who makes Gel or Domed lettering that is 1" tall please let me know.
Safe Travels!
Gilbysan
gilbysan said:Coggers,
I have been working to find a Black Embossed "Concours14" or "GTR1400" emblem to replace the Chromed ones I removed when Connie was painted and it has been a challenge. I tried the Sign Specialist on the Web to make some vinyl stickers for me. First a shout out to them. The first set I received from them was not quite right according to my order notes. When I notified them, they agreed it was wrong and sent me two new sets, slightly different but now corrected. Very good customer service and their pricing was good by my ruler.
I have attached photos of the V1 original and the V2 second set. My sense is that the both V1 & V2 emblems are a bit too tall in proportion to the other stuff around it, both versions are 1" tall. The V3 set is about 7/8" tall and may look better. I have not mounted the third set yet but will get them on someday and post photos for them as well.
Also, I have investigated what are called Gel or Domed lettering. This is what are used at the factory for the emblems nowadays. Mainly they are used on Boats, RVs, trucks, etc. and come in 3" letter heights, too tall for the bike.
If anyone knows of someone who makes Gel or Domed lettering that is 1" tall please let me know.
Safe Travels!
Gilbysan
Rev Ryder said:gilbysan said:If anyone knows of someone who makes Gel or Domed lettering that is 1" tall please let me know.
Safe Travels!
Gilbysan
Really not trying to be a wise guy... Why not buy a new set from Ma Kaw and rattle can them black and stick em on? It's already been done a few times.
Here's the first one I saw....
http://forum.cog-online.org/concours-14-zg1400-general-chat-and-tech/have-you-red-about-zg's-new-passion-this-fallwinter/msg325184/#msg325184
Just learned a new method to lube cables. Thanks Cliff! :great:Just Cliff said:Changed oil & filter, changed differential fluid, cleaned air filter. Replaced throttle cables & gave them a good lubing. This was a bit of a pain, but not a terrible job. The pull cable had some fraying on the lower end. One job I shouldn't have to do again.