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(Sidecar) Bob Kingsmill
returns 11/27/2009
Expertise
I HAVE NO EXPERIENCE WITH HARELYS. ATVs ARE NOT MOTORCYCLES. DO NOT ASK ME ABOUT THEM. DON'T ASK UNLESS YOU HAVE LOOKED IN THE SHOP MANUAL FIRST - IT ONLY ROBS SOMEONE WITH A REAL QUESTION OF THE OPPORTUNITY. You can ask me electrical questions about 1975-85 HONDAS. You can ask me about driving sidecars in the winter, or sidecars in general. You can ask me general motorcycle repair questions, but my main experience is with Honda CX500, GL500, CX650, GL650, GL1000 and GL1100 models. I also know a bit about the Suzuki GS400 and 1980s Dneprs, but I haven't touched either in years. If you ask about a model I am not familiar with I will do my best to find your answer.
Experience in the area
I have been operating and maintaining Honda motorcycles since 1991 and other types since 1985. I have access to several online usergroups that specialize in keeping these types of bikes roadworthy and am considered an expert in some areas, particularly electrical/wiring matters. I have been using sidecars for everyday winter transportation in Southern Ontario since 1987 except for 2 winters on a trike. I have learned how to make this a relatively comfortable activity and how to prepare the machine so that it survives the road salt.
Organizations
Naked Gold Wings; Honda Transverse Twins of America
Education/Credentials
Electronics & acoustics technician. Correspondence courses in motorcycle repair & small engines.
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| jason | 06/28/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Bill | 05/23/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Yup! It was the main fuse, a ..... |
| Ray | 05/20/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Bob, thanks for the quick response. I ..... |
| Kirk G | 05/14/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you so much for the specifics ..... |
| ryan | 05/10/09 | 9 | 10 | 10 | 10 |
Recent Answers from (Sidecar) Bob Kingsmill
2009-10-28 Shifter Pedal:
It sounds like the linkage between the shaft the pedal attaches to and the shift drum has disengaged. I'm not sure if the cover(s) that need to be removed to access the linkage (commonly a pair of gear
2009-10-05 Wheel Fitment:
What size tires do these models take? I am not familiar with the CB450, but the CX500 %26 GL500 came with 18" %26 16" wheels respectively so the situation may be similar: Honda recommended a 3.75/18 (110/90-18)
2009-10-03 79 cx500 carb trouble:
Do you have an air filter installed? I know that sounds like a dumb question, but some engines won't run right if there isn't enough restriction to intake airflow. It could also be an air leak. When
2009-09-28 Suzuki C90T Blvd:
I found this page http://www.mambaville.com/forumfaq/MotorDrivetrain.htm that may have some useful info (you should probably consider joining their forum too). On that page there's a link to "Decomp
2009-05-22 tail light & license plate light inoperative:
Check the fuses. It is common for Hondas to have the brake light, horn & turn signals on one fuse and the running lights ("low" filament of front turn signals), instrument lights and tail light on
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