Motorcycle Repair/Expert Profile

Wayne Samel

Canada
On Vacation
returns 08/20/2010
Expertise

Licensed Motorcycle Mechanic, Knowledge of motorcycle repairs from 1960 up, Japanese, British, and American Motorcycles.

Experience in the area

Worked for Yamaha, Honda, Suzuki, Kawasaki British: Triumph, Norton, BSA Other: Harley, Bultaco, Most Scooters and Mo-Peds

Publications

CMA article

Education/Credentials

Licensed Motorcycle Mechanic

Awards and Honors

"SuperWrench" award.

What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?

Learning never ends.

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Recent Answers from Wayne Samel

2008-05-18 Brake Light won't brighten:

Steve, Check your fuses, then check if you have power on the brown wire to the rear brake light switch. Also check the bulbs and sockets for corrosion. The power for the brake light comes from the

2008-05-17 Katana gas lines:

these bikes have alot of confusing hoses. Even more so on Calif models. Some of the hoses belong to the emissions system, others are for vacuum and fuel. The fuel petcock on the gas tank has

2008-05-16 1979 Honda CB750k cam adjustment:

Alex, the later dual cam 750 uses shims to adjust the valve clearance. You need a special tool to hold the valve down in order to change the shims. If it has the locknut and screw you just set

2008-05-15 oil change:

Tammy, when changing oil, you should always add a couple of quarts or litres (10W40 motorcycle oil) and then run the bike briefly to circulate the oil and fill the oil filter. Let the bike sit

2008-05-14 Bike dies when I put it in gear:

Mark, will the bike keep running if you get it rolling and put it in gear? If so, the clutch may be locked up. The clutch plates sometimes get stuck together from corrosion or wear. If it still

 

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