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DIY Vibrating cleaner
This thing has solved my 3 months struggling with the chainsaw so I am in euphoria. I wish I had this back when I was fighting with the bike carb!
First of all: this is not my invention. I bumped into the original video while I was searching for DIY ultrasonic cleaner. So all the kudos go to George's Kentucky Workshop for the idea.
But why do I share the video?
I do it because:
- wanna spread the idea
- help the Transalp guys to clean carbs
- it is really cheap (if you have a motor around) and can be put together in 30 mins, still very effective.
I few tips:
- carb cleaner liquid is too expensive so I have used a solvent which is 10 times less money (thus I had on hand). I don't know what is the ...
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Видео

DIY 15min Spark tester
Просмотров 4243 года назад
I have a fight with this stubborn chainsaw and I wanted to be sure that I have a qood, strong spark. It is said that at least 6mm spark is a must for a stable ignition (at least for a chainsaw). So I have put together this adjustable tool to be able to test. It works fine and easy to use, costs nothing and really took 15 min to create. There is only one huge problem.....it seems I have to conti...
JC034 XL600V Air Fuel Mixture
Просмотров 8 тыс.4 года назад
UPDATED! My bike is back to life again. The carb was disassembled and cleaned hard then it was adjusted but wasn't perfect (not to mention the petrol change to octane 100) so I gave it a try again. However I have a new camera the sound quality is not the best because it was placed at the front to be able to show what I was doing. To do list before adjustment: - Air filter cleaning (or replacing...
JC044 XL600V Front brake caliper maintenance
Просмотров 9104 года назад
Front brake caliper related action.At the end check if the disc touches the brake caliper or its support (like it was in my case too).So I have added a 1mm thick aluminum washer that I cut from an alu-sheet (see the end of the video).
JC043 XL600V Rear brake caliper maintenance
Просмотров 6424 года назад
This video isn't about an overhaul. It is just a normal maintenance should be done yearly. What I have learn't that the copper-grease can "dry" and get hard by time so do not let it to rest for too long (eg. 2 years like in my case). According to Haynes manual a silicon based grease can be used instead. Both were ok to me. I haven't seen anywhere adding grease to the brake caliper threads but b...
JC042 XL600V Body panel peg repair
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.4 года назад
One way to repair missing pegs. Things were needed: - plastic bar (PVC in my case) - glue - cooking soda Since the repair I had to remove and install the panel a few times and it is still ok.
JC041 XL600V Starter relay
Просмотров 1,5 тыс.5 лет назад
It is not neccessary to detach the positive wire with the relay in place, it can be done after you remove the relay.
JC040 XL600V Starter motor
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.5 лет назад
Since I have motor start issues I removed the starter motor. It was really dusty and actually it was definitely harder to turn manually the axis before cleaning compared to after cleaning. However it works fine on the tabletop I couldn't check the operation after installation yet so it is not known if it solved the problem or not.
JC039 XL600V Clutch
Просмотров 3915 лет назад
Ok. This is not really about clutch but about clutch cover screws.There are good videos about clutch and oil pump chain etc. so there is no reason to upload one more.These 4 cover everything I needed:ruclips.net/video/327lZ2oxfmU/видео.html ruclips.net/video/uyfJTjLMedA/видео.html ruclips.net/video/3lY209ViknE/видео.html ruclips.net/video/ioOOzZi-Gos/видео.html
JC018 XL600V Fork overhaul
Просмотров 3,2 тыс.5 лет назад
CAUTION! Part numbers in the video are for '98 Transalp 600. To be able to overhaul the forks you will need some special tools. However I haven't seen any related warning I have positioned the bushing to have its cut on the side. It has popped into my mind and maybe it is not mandatory....still.... Update: 2nd time I've used weaker thread locker for the bottom screw. Loctite 241 was too strong ...
JC037 XL600V Right foot stand
Просмотров 2255 лет назад
Because of the crash some of my parts are damaged (bent or broken) thus in a few cases they come off harder. Sometimes I have to remove parts which normally would not be required.I started to remove the exhaust system but I have realized that I have to take off the stand too thus my procedure is not the identical one but obviously it works.FYI...I couldn't bend the arm back because it was impos...
JC038 XL600V Exhaust system removal
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.5 лет назад
In this case I have run into 2 issues:- exhaust system should be removed in 3 pieces but the welding of the nuts of the muffler band were broken so I had to remove the whole thing in one piece - stand was bent so I had to remove it totally to do the repair however normally it could be left on
JC036 XL600V Fork tube check
Просмотров 2385 лет назад
I have seen some small scratches on one of my fork tubes so I checked. For first on the top of the table. Then with a ruler and finally I have put together a stand to be able to check the other tube without disassembling.
JC035 XL600V Ignition (Main) Switch removal
Просмотров 8325 лет назад
Back again. A brief background info: the bike wasn't sold neither as a whole unit nor in parts. Finally I have decided to repair it. This is the 1st video of the new session (season :-) ) The whole fork bridge (top and bottom yoke) will be replaced so the main switch has to be transferred. Since I shot this part by holding the phone in one hand the result is a bit rough work but still I believe...
JC033 XL600V Fuel tap
Просмотров 2 тыс.6 лет назад
My fuel tap didn't close and with the carb closing issue together resulted a flooded cylinder. After the inspection of the tap I did nothing else than attach the pipe to the bottom piece and did 3-4 blow-suck cycles to ensure the free motion of that hidden membrane.
JC027 XL600V Carburettor inspection and cleaning part 4
Просмотров 2,8 тыс.6 лет назад
JC027 XL600V Carburettor inspection and cleaning part 4
JC024 XL600V Fairing removal addendum
Просмотров 4526 лет назад
JC024 XL600V Fairing removal addendum
JC032 XL600V Valve clearance
Просмотров 10 тыс.6 лет назад
JC032 XL600V Valve clearance
JC027 XL600V Carburettor inspection and cleaning part 3
Просмотров 3,4 тыс.6 лет назад
JC027 XL600V Carburettor inspection and cleaning part 3
JC031 XL600V Radiator cleaning
Просмотров 9136 лет назад
JC031 XL600V Radiator cleaning
JC030 XL600V Cylinder head inlet rubber
Просмотров 9206 лет назад
JC030 XL600V Cylinder head inlet rubber
JC029 XL600V Spark plugs
Просмотров 3,3 тыс.6 лет назад
JC029 XL600V Spark plugs
JC028 XL600V Sub air filters
Просмотров 1 тыс.6 лет назад
JC028 XL600V Sub air filters
JC027 XL600V Carburettor inspection and cleaning part 2
Просмотров 7 тыс.6 лет назад
JC027 XL600V Carburettor inspection and cleaning part 2
JC027 XL600V Carburettor inspection and cleaning part 1
Просмотров 13 тыс.6 лет назад
JC027 XL600V Carburettor inspection and cleaning part 1
JC026 XL600V Carburettor removal
Просмотров 16 тыс.6 лет назад
JC026 XL600V Carburettor removal
JC025 XL600V Carburettor diaphragm replacement
Просмотров 2,7 тыс.6 лет назад
JC025 XL600V Carburettor diaphragm replacement
JC024 XL600V Fairing removal
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.7 лет назад
JC024 XL600V Fairing removal
JC023 XL600V Thermostat removal and test
Просмотров 7 тыс.7 лет назад
JC023 XL600V Thermostat removal and test
JC022 XL600V Air Duct Housing removal and repair
Просмотров 1,6 тыс.7 лет назад
JC022 XL600V Air Duct Housing removal and repair

Комментарии

  • @peter3791
    @peter3791 Месяц назад

    minek kellett a szodabikarbona ?

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl Месяц назад

      Keményebb lesz tőle a kötés. Meg gyorsabb is. A kis porszemcsék között pikk-pakk kialakul, nem kell órákat várni. Ráadásul így a plusz anyag vastagítja a kötésben részt vevől felületet/keresztmetszetet, egyfajta támaszként is szolgál. Ki tudod próbálni, ha egy műanyag lapra raksz egy kis szódabikarbónát és rácsöppentesz ragasztót, akkor azon túl hogy a tüdődet kiköpöd a gőztől, a szódabikarbóna beköt 2mp-en belül, míg ha csak úgy mellé raksz egy csöppet az jó sokáig folyékony marad. És ha egyszer kikeményszik se lesz olyan erős. Arra kell vigyázni, hogy pont a gyorsaság miatt van egy vastagság amin túl már nem hatol le a ragasztó a porban. Szóval érdemesbb ragasztót rakni először és abba szórni a port. Amit nem tud felvenni azt csak lefújod.

    • @peter3791
      @peter3791 Месяц назад

      @@ST-di6nl erdekes, nalam is 2 kell majd ragasztani,eddig üvegszallal probalkoztm, dem jo. az a pisztolyom nincs

  • @aminulpsiregar7885
    @aminulpsiregar7885 Месяц назад

    Saya selalu mengikuti Vidio anda

  • @aldomasciarelli3130
    @aldomasciarelli3130 2 месяца назад

    E poi cosa hai fatto?

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 2 месяца назад

      As you can see I have checked the length of the spring to see if it is ok. Then I took the damper to a company where they did a refurbishment.

  • @GrassBeetle
    @GrassBeetle 3 месяца назад

    next to the vacuum port where the small hose connects to...there's another small port. that does that do?

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 3 месяца назад

      Have no idea, sorry. I have just checked on my bike, nothing is connected to there. Maybe it has some function on other bikes or it is only for breathing. Or I am totally wrong. :-D

  • @daanhart6498
    @daanhart6498 3 месяца назад

    Hi, i just bought a xl600v and i cant see where the top two vacum hoses route to. Do you know?

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 3 месяца назад

      Hello, I'm afraid I don't really understand you. What do you mean by top 2? Are they visible somewhere in this video?

  • @catalinsimion8273
    @catalinsimion8273 4 месяца назад

    Thanks you saved My day

  • @jochenstacker7448
    @jochenstacker7448 6 месяцев назад

    So, turn it in, back it out, then start turning it back and forth randomly until something happens I guess and how do I know I'm done? Or do I just turn it back and forth?

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 6 месяцев назад

      Errr....have you seen the text below the video? Anyway, there are 2 videos linked or you can check for another procedures. Now there are many detailed explanation. Good luck!

  • @confuzionn4843
    @confuzionn4843 7 месяцев назад

    Thank you for the video. My 89 Xl600V went into the red today so I think I'm going to try seeing if the thermostat is working.

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 7 месяцев назад

      Well, in this case it make sence to perform a radiator cleaning (JC031 XL600V Radiator cleaning) or at least fill-up check. Maybe coolant liquid replacement would be a good idea too. And if you're going to change the coolant, I'd do a coolant system flush as well.

  • @MarksThinkTank
    @MarksThinkTank 7 месяцев назад

    Good video, thanks for the content.

  • @Lunarai77
    @Lunarai77 7 месяцев назад

    thank you very much! I'm currently painting my bike and got stuck on the tank part, this helped a lot!

  • @DogsOnAcid
    @DogsOnAcid 8 месяцев назад

    Hi! Why are you mixing bearings? The parts manual states they are the same bearing on both sides

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 8 месяцев назад

      Hello, it depends on the exact type. In my case it is different. (Item 25 and 27 www.cmsnl.com/honda-xl600v-transalp-1998-w-italykph_model6607/partslist/F__1300.html)

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 8 месяцев назад

      I guess it is because of the possible way bigger dynamic load on the brake side. But this is just a guess.

    • @DogsOnAcid
      @DogsOnAcid 8 месяцев назад

      @@ST-di6nl I just found out why. My model is 1994 and uses 2 x 6203. Later years uses 1 x 6203 and 1 x 6303 on the brake side. Thanks!

  • @basgosemeijer1532
    @basgosemeijer1532 11 месяцев назад

    Great video, but why do you put the thermostat in boiling water? to reset it or something?

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 11 месяцев назад

      Thanx. It was done in order to check if it works or not.

  • @klekat5327
    @klekat5327 Год назад

    Hi there...do i have to remove the exhaust neck..?? or can do that without removing.. thanks..

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl Год назад

      Hello, frankly it was ages ago and I don't really remember how I did it. But Haynes says that it shall be removed.

  • @yamaarashi2041
    @yamaarashi2041 Год назад

    Whats the purpose of the third hose connector without anything attached to?

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl Год назад

      To be honest...I have no idea. It was years ago I have dismantled the tap and I don't remember how does it look like inside. So I can only take a wild guess: maybe air inlet for the membrane or the tank? Dunno. Sorry

  • @claudioesposito9405
    @claudioesposito9405 Год назад

    this video really made my day and made me really laugh !!! after I got really passionate to this legendary motorcycle i finally bought a Transalp (same colour) and incredibly i had the same plastic pins broken 🤣 (probably every Transalp has this pins broken, lol) in the end two of this was blocked inside the grommet, i have recuperated, glued, and reinforced with bicomponent epoxy, now are super strong, for others i had to made before the pin with resin 3dprinter and after glued etc...in any case this video returned useful to me to understand how to disassemble the front covers, thx a lot !!!

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl Год назад

      Yeah. Hot glue was OK, but then I was hit by a car and after that I used epoxy as well (because I had on hand see comments below) and it still OK. (BTW why did you laugh?)

    • @claudioesposito9405
      @claudioesposito9405 Год назад

      oh man, really sorry about your accident. Anyway what makes me laugh is that I've EXACTLY the same pins broken (same pins for same panels) I don't know if coincidence or if every transalp breaks the same pins after years xD @ST-di6nl

  • @martinschenk4286
    @martinschenk4286 Год назад

    Leuke filmpjes maar die terring herrie hoeft niet zo nodig beetje jammer.

  • @masterjack8222
    @masterjack8222 Год назад

    Hello, What it the small air box attached behind the FAN? I know the hose is connected to the carburetor but what is its purpose ? If im not mistaken there are 4 air hose going from?to? the carburetor The big ones are going to 2 small "sub air filter " box and i dont know where the small ones are going to. Are they here to vent the float chamber and the vacuum chamber to atmospheric pressure ? If yes which one is responsible for which part of the carburetor

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl Год назад

      Hello, There was already a discussion about that 5 years ago under the "JC027 XL600V Carburettor inspection and cleaning part 2" video. That time I made a quick qoogling and found this: "Located on the side of the carburetor, the air cut-off valve prevents lean fuel mixture (backfire) when decelerating Temporarily closes the pilot jet airway to provide a richer mix as the throttle closes"

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl Год назад

      Then one guy wrote this (transleted by DeepL.com): "That diaphragm is the accelerator pump. You suddenly apply the gas. The vacuum in the pump ports increases. That sudden vacuum pushes this diaphragm, which injects extra gasoline into the pump ports. You can see a jet. Matchstick thick liquid column. Butterfly valve is fully open at this time. Engine starts to speed up, gasoline pours into the engine. After this extra vacuum is reduced the diaphragm will push less and less extra spray down the throat. The balance is set. You accelerated from 80 to 120. High speed " idle " comes on at 120 and you're rolling. You don't pull the throttle. Diaphragm not working. You pull slowly, there's not much acceleration demand, so the accelerator pump doesn't work. The RPM also rise slowly. This diaphragm makes the average fuel consumption go up from 5 to 6 litres per 100 km." Deepl is suprisingly good but not fully accurate. So I have made some corrections. If I remember well that small airbox connected to this one. I hope this helps.

    • @masterjack8222
      @masterjack8222 Год назад

      ​@@ST-di6nl Hey thanks for the answer. Yeah very helpful. It is difficult to find advanced knowledge information about this carburetor nowadays. You only get basic maintenance information, or replacement parts, but not how actually this carburetor works, all the systems and routing etc. Thanks your channel is very good for the XL600V, lot of camera views, good resource

  • @bardoviskioenzo5491
    @bardoviskioenzo5491 Год назад

    Are u supposed to change the O rings at 0:58 or can u just reuse them?

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl Год назад

      First of all: you know I'm not a motorbike or car mechanic so I might be wrong. I haven't replaced them because in my opinion their function is to protect the things inside against the dust (so no oil or pressure retention etc) and they seemed OK for the job. If it is not a problem for you ( I mean easy to get the rings) it makes sense to replace, but to me it would have taken weeks.

    • @bardoviskioenzo5491
      @bardoviskioenzo5491 Год назад

      @@ST-di6nl Ja bij mij word t dezelfde oplossing haha

  • @Claus-CaptainPhoenixCorner
    @Claus-CaptainPhoenixCorner Год назад

    Thanks - very helpfull 👍

  • @chuckmurphy5701
    @chuckmurphy5701 Год назад

    Thank you! Excellent video! The disgusting motherfucker of a bolt to turn the engine is not opening... So, to the shop and pay :( FUCK!

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl Год назад

      Yeah, these kinda things are really annoying. i hope you get an acceptable price.

    • @alexpopa8558
      @alexpopa8558 2 месяца назад

      My brother, next time put bike in 5th gear and turn the wheel..it will turn the engine too

  • @Kölce-no1
    @Kölce-no1 Год назад

    Nekem 6.5 is megeszi 😔

  • @nitrotom1385
    @nitrotom1385 Год назад

    is there an easier way to change the front cylinder head without taking the engine out ??

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl Год назад

      I'm really sorry but I have no idea. I have never changed that. In the past 3 years quite a few videos were uploaded about Transalp maintenance. If you are lucky you might find. When I started there were not too many so I had to use Haynes manual quite much. It is great so I recommend.

    • @nitrotom1385
      @nitrotom1385 Год назад

      @@ST-di6nl i do have the manual . i tell ya . those carbs took me abit to get off but this transalp i have hasnt been well looked after as alot of hoses and bolts are perished and rounded

  • @martijn647
    @martijn647 Год назад

    I'm going to be using this method on my 1991 XL600V! Do you remember what kind of liquid you used in the tubes? Or will anything work? Thanks in advance!

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl Год назад

      Hello, As I mentioned I used used motor oil. Partly because it's dark in colour, so it's easy to see, and partly because if I'm not fast enough and the cylinder sucks some in, it's still fine. I recommend read the comment section, I always try to share important infos.

    • @martijn647
      @martijn647 Год назад

      Thank you for the information, your Transalp videos are very helpful. I will be doing valve clearance and carb synch using your videos. Thanks!

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl Год назад

      @@martijn647 I'm happy to hear that making theses videos were not senseless. Good luck! Be careful, it can ruin your settings if your screwdriver heavy. However it can be hard to match the screwdriver to the screw still always lift it up to see the real sync before you finish!!!

  • @IrlDave71
    @IrlDave71 2 года назад

    why did you heat and then cool the sealing washer @ 2:07 ?

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 2 года назад

      Since I didn't have a new washer I made this to annealing it (soften it, reduce the hardness, etc.)

    • @IrlDave71
      @IrlDave71 2 года назад

      @@ST-di6nl Thanks for replying. Do you still have the Transalp? Planning to do the oil change on mine next weekend.

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 2 года назад

      @@IrlDave71 Yes, I still have it. I love it so it is not planned to give away. Keep in mind to do the oil change while the motor is on the central stand. (guess why I warn you 🙂 )

    • @youfixit8721
      @youfixit8721 Год назад

      That"s exaclty what i do when i am stuck

  • @joseantoniomanchadonieto4463
    @joseantoniomanchadonieto4463 2 года назад

    Que modelo es y año

  • @conirhawk1067
    @conirhawk1067 2 года назад

    this helped me, thank you

  • @UKPete
    @UKPete 2 года назад

    Thanks for the video, Did the hot glue work well? Jól működött a forró ragasztó?

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 2 года назад

      It has done its job quite OK till I had the accident. After that I had to repair some serious damage on the front covers where I used Scotch-Weld DP 270 so I used it for the pegs as well (instead of the hot glue.) Why DP 270? Because that was strongest glue I had on hand. And it worked and works quite well.

    • @UKPete
      @UKPete 2 года назад

      @@ST-di6nl Hi thanks for taking the time to reply and the info!. I will try and get some Scotch-Weld DP 270 then thanks. 👍. P.S Hope you are ok after the accident!.

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 2 года назад

      @@UKPete I'm ok thanx, it was 3-4 years ago. Let me emphasize that there is no any special reason behind using DP270. It happened that I have some on hand. I didn't buy it, I have just get it for free. I f I would have got something similar I use that. On the other hand It works fine so If U have no this kinda stuff at home I would recommend to buy this (I have no long term experience though so I take no responsibility)

    • @UKPete
      @UKPete 2 года назад

      @@ST-di6nl Ok cheers for the info much appreciated!.

  • @СергейНамотоцикле

    Я бы не стал проводить регулировку качества смеси на слух

    • @DogsOnAcid
      @DogsOnAcid 7 месяцев назад

      First you check valve clearance, set to factory setting (it varies by model), and balance carbs. Then you ajust fuel mix on one side by reaching maximum rpm, thend ajust rpm screw to 1300, then do other side till maximum rpm, again ajust idle screw to 1300. Repeat to make sure.

  • @KemArt_KemArrow
    @KemArt_KemArrow 3 года назад

    Une vidéo tutoriel SANS le son n'a pas d'intérêt pour celui qui ne s'y connaît pas bien...

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 3 года назад

      Thanx for your comment. Actually there are some things to consider: - its purpose is the technical info transfer not entertainment. The whole channel is about helping those few ones who are interested. I don't care if nobody subscribe. I'm totally fine if some just come, watch and go as far as it helps to anybody. - many cases Google has removed the music because of some mysterious copyright issue....which is hard to imagine in connection with a ~50 years old french music for example... - it is more work to me without any benefit ( Especially when it is removed at the end....) I'm 100% sure that people who watch my videos don't seek for fun but for idea/info etc. - you can anytime open a second tab and start the music you like Wish you a happy new year.

  • @marcelo7395
    @marcelo7395 3 года назад

    hello again, I hope to bother you for the last time. I have a doubt, in your videl you place the spring with the spires closer down but in the forums I find contrary information, I leave the text I found: "the original Honda springs are identical from end to end, it is say the turns in all its length are equal and are at the same distance from separation from each other, so they have no predefined position. But the progressives, at one end have the turns (spires) closer together or tight, How will we place them then? Well, with that "tighter" end that remains up hitting the plug, Ok?" what do you think about it? it may be that you has made a mistake in how I place the spring? I placed the springs as in your video and copied too much the irregularities of the route. As I had told, your videos are my reference material. Thank you very much as always

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 3 года назад

      Hi, it is no bothering at all. There are two things I keep saying: 1.) I am not a certified service guy so I might make mistakes. But if I find one I correct it and modify the video (or at least write a warning below) 2.) The purpose of these videos is to help me to put together what I have disassembled and give the method to myself for the future if I have to do the maintenance again. I share them to help others to visualize what they will find inside and give a method that worked to me. Most probably there are more ways even better ways to do the action. When I have started the channel there were just a few videos on the topic (not as detailed as these are) so on all my videos you see actions what I have done for first. However there are things that I would (will) do differently next time still my bike works fine. The Haynes manual is my bible and everything I do is based on that. In some cases it is not detailed enough so I put back the parts as they were originally. Unfortunately if somebody made a mistake in the past (I bought a used bike) I might copy that. So to sum up: these methods worked for me but feel free to modify. There are many guys who have more knowledge than me so listen to them. This is the case with the spring too: no details on the net at all so I put back as it was. Maybe it was fitted wrong by the previous owner. On the other hand I found no problem during riding.

  • @marcelo7395
    @marcelo7395 3 года назад

    One last consultation, I changed the viscosity of the oil and I put w15, what do you think about this, I always use my transalp highway and it is very loaded, could I have done wrong with this change?

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 3 года назад

      I'm really sorry but I can't tell you anything on this. I don't use hard my bike (no big packs, only dirt roads, no off road) so I always follow the factory specification. The guys on the forum use 5-10w, some have mixed these to get 7.5w but I don't remember any who have used 15w. Maybe somebody can help you here. Or if you find it too rigid you can try to downgrade by removing some amount and fill with thinner oil. Ride safe!

  • @marcelo7395
    @marcelo7395 3 года назад

    hello engineer, can you please tell me the exact amount of oil that each fork has? I saw that I measure the oil level, what is the correct distance to measure from the upper edge? thanks from Argentina, best regards

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 3 года назад

      Hello, In Haynes manual it is written that 549 cc is required per each in case of XL600V and the oil level is 125 mm (no spring, fork fully compressed). Well....as you can see I did not measure the oil level. Next time I will. For XL650V they are 542 cc and 141 mm. Hope it helps.

    • @marcelo7395
      @marcelo7395 3 года назад

      @@ST-di6nl Yes of course it helps me, thanks to your videos I put my hand on my motorcycle myself without taking it to a mechanic, thanks for your answer

  • @marcelo7395
    @marcelo7395 3 года назад

    hi, can you tell me what is in the blue spray you use to clean the carburetor? thanks and regards

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 3 года назад

      Hello, that was a simple brake cleaner spray. No specific brand, I bought the one that was on sale.

  • @fatimabiad5391
    @fatimabiad5391 3 года назад

    Quel numéro avez-vous utilisé À Lagog.

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 3 года назад

      Sorry, I don't really understand the question. Could you please rephrase?

  • @typeopositivetypeopositive9818
    @typeopositivetypeopositive9818 3 года назад

    Top video, thx, now i have learned where the 2 clips are based. 👍

  • @lucashort79
    @lucashort79 3 года назад

    Genius 👍

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 3 года назад

      Yes. Very clever, worth to know about.

  • @vagxania
    @vagxania 3 года назад

    be well ... from Grecce my friend

  • @lucasesquina
    @lucasesquina 3 года назад

    Thanks!!!

  • @vagxania
    @vagxania 3 года назад

    thank you very much for your time .... I always look forward to your next videos I am a transalp owner from Greece to be well during these difficult days

  • @jonny50
    @jonny50 4 года назад

    How many revolutions of the jet? It works well for me with 3.5. Pay attention counterclockwise the mixture becomes poorer.

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 4 года назад

      I don't really remember now but I think they are about 2.65-2.75 turns.

  • @aldolagioia6610
    @aldolagioia6610 4 года назад

    Salve posso Sapere che tipo di spray a usato?

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 4 года назад

      WD40 was used as it is rubber friendly.

  • @marcelo7395
    @marcelo7395 4 года назад

    Hello, I have a query to ask you from Argentina. I have a transalp 600 year 1989. The air filter box has 2 drainage outlets, can you tell me if these outlets should be closed with a plug or open with a discharge hose? Thank you very much for sharing your knowledge.

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 4 года назад

      Hi, Are you talking about this one: 17210-MS8-000?

    • @marcelo7395
      @marcelo7395 4 года назад

      @@ST-di6nl yes I talk about that. I don't know how the bottom two exits go. I see photos on the internet and it seems that one has a short cap and the other a tube which also has a cap at the end, do you know if that's the case? do they have to be open to drain and air in or both closed? thank you

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 4 года назад

      Do you know CMSNL? I have just picked the german model but you can pick yours. Anyhow most probably all are the same in a certain year. According to this, one outlet has a drain plug (17358-HA0-680) and the other has a longer tube with a breather plug (17370-382-870) www.cmsnl.com/honda-xl600v-transalp-1989-k-germany_model6543/partslist/F__1700.html#.X2OhFBGxV7P

    • @marcelo7395
      @marcelo7395 4 года назад

      @@ST-di6nl Yes, it is the same filter box that you sent me in the link, thank you very much for the help, one last question, the longest tube is placed on the side that comes from the crankcase vent or on the side of the filter. Finally, are the plugs blind or do they have air inlet / outlet? maybe you can see it on your Transalp. It is a pleasure to be in contact with you who know a lot about motorcycle mechanics.

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 4 года назад

      Oh come on! I know just a hair more than Average Joe but thanx anyway. '98 TA has different kinda filter case so the outlets positioned differently but according to CMSNL the drain plug (17358-HA0-680) is outside (closer to you when standing next to the bike) in your case. Fortunately I know not too much about these plugs since I have never had to deal with them. As a wild shot I would say that the drain plug is always open and the breather works manually but I might be wrong. Just a guess.

  • @miguelpereira7934
    @miguelpereira7934 4 года назад

    Tks a lot,due to health problems,I have my xl 600v 94,in my garage 5 years now ,this video help me as the ones about "how to clean Carburatores",cos before I put "her" working again I want to clean the depo,the carburators as the "gasoline pump" I m not sure if this is the right way to call it,so once again I really apreciate ur work doing this vids and any advice for anything I should do before put my "baby" working again after 5 years ?......

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 4 года назад

      Hello, thanx for the feedback. As I stated many times I am not a professional bike mechanic, I am just a transalp owner (with engineering background). My bike didn't have such a long rest so I had to clean and adjust the carbs, replace the battery, replace the oil and clean the starter motor. If I were you I would change the oil filter too (mine was brand new at the time of the accident so I didn't replace). Of course have new petrol but you would need that for air-fuel mixture adjustment anyhow. 2 advices: - change the cylinder head inlet rubbers if they weren't replaced in the past few years. Taking into consideration its price and the effort need it makes no sence to test and realize the need later. Just a reccomendation not a must have thing. - when you clean the carb clean it hard. Clean everything even if you want the bike up and running ASAP. Spend the time to clean it thoroughly. It is better than try to keep the work minimum and then remove/disassemble/clean/put-together/install it 4 times. I know what I am talking about, I have tested it. :-D So these are the must have things for the first start (well the starter motor is not neccessarily stuck but after such a long rest.....anyhow you will realize if it is). But be WARNED: these are the important things for the first start in order to see if the engine and its belongings are OK not for a safe ride. Short test ride on the nearby streets are OK but do it carefully. After seeing that it works I would have new brake fluid, new tires and replace the fork oil. Be sure that the brakes are OK. After these I would use it as normally and deal with the things based on the need (like lubricate or replace chain, replace bearings, replace cooling water, replace sealings/pipes etc.) Again: these are the things I have done or I would do without any deep research. Your situation can be different / special. After a quick search I have found a few articles on this topic for example: motorcyclehabit.com/how-to-start-a-motorcycle-thats-been-sitting/ motorcyclehabit.com/what-happens-when-a-motorcycle-sits-for-too-long/ Good luck!

  • @Dimme
    @Dimme 4 года назад

    Thanks!

  • @pastorius
    @pastorius 4 года назад

    few years ago i bought a 1993 xl600v inspired by Pedro Mota's videos and now i keep it in shape mostly with help of your channel. thank you for that ! to my surprise i've found no sub air filters inside.. don't you know it's a known production anomaly, or someone got creative in the past ..? thanks

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 4 года назад

      Hi, I am happy to hear that all these helps on somebody. I think there is no transalp owner who haven't heard about Pedro Mota. I have spent a whole winter with watching the whole MAGA project. :-D Let me draw your attention to CMSNL (www.cmsnl.com/honda-xl600_model363/). I've checked the '93 Spain version and found that there is no sub air filter at all. Just go there, pick your model and look for the AIR CLEANER assy. Or after picking your model you can write in the search bar that "sub air"...there will be no related hit. Just make sure that the option for the search is "this model". (for clarification: I have a '98 Italian model) Hope this help.

    • @pastorius
      @pastorius 4 года назад

      @@ST-di6nl that looks like a great parts site, thanks. and useful for easy to reach schematics. indeed, it seems like japanese models don't have those sub-airs. mine is xl600vp, an austrian one. for me TA600 is the sweet spot. not too small, not too big, not too weak nor fast, not an antiquity and at the same time no over-teched modern thing, i love it's design and riding feel. after a recent crash i'm happy that only rear rim died (it looks like have to order a new one and re-lace it, since i can't get a proper and nice used wheel). at least i have time to get into hidden areas of the motorcycle and check/clean them, before i hit the road again (well, in a correct way)

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 4 года назад

      @@pastorius Sad to hear about the accident, I hope you are ok. I had mine 2 years ago. I have managed to repair the bike and some parts are 2nd hand or 3rd party ones. Actually they were way cheaper than the genuine ones and the bike is as fine as it was before.....except the look. Aesthetically it is like a MAD MAX vehicle but from operation point of view is like a swiss watch. :-D Hope you can manage the rim issue without too much pain.

    • @pastorius
      @pastorius 4 года назад

      @@ST-di6nl hopefully you're fine too. my one 'reshaped' vertebra doesn't complain. speaking of maintenance, i learn a lot, since i knew nothing 2years ago and videos like yours are great especially in case of these 80s-90s bikes, since many workshops simply charge a lot (with prices set up for newer bikes). and i like to motivate myself by seeing other people taking care of their Transalps, there was a short period after the crash when i doubted the decision of getting one, like what have i signed up for, i'm going to continually pour money and time (including painful learning) into the machine instead of riding it (and pleasingly trusting it) .. but then i cooled down, now things doesn't look that bad, moreover i realized i really like that Alp and i'm simply going to take care of it, even if it takes me so long. sometimes i even have hysterical ideas like buying a spare output shaft in case this one gets chewed up one day )

  • @Fily494
    @Fily494 4 года назад

    Hi! May I ask you how to look for the tool you used to remove the choke cables from the carburettor?

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 4 года назад

      Hello, I'm afraid I don't really understand you. I used a bent fork wrench (size 10) as it is shown on the video. Only trick what is not on the video was that to start it to turn I've used a water pump plier too with the fork wrench. Does it help?

  • @gablan1468
    @gablan1468 4 года назад

    Can you also please make a video on how to remove the forks? Or if you know another video/website where I can see it, please share. Appreciate it highly. I'm considering to clean my forks - still debating if I really need to take them off for proper cleaning or I can just do it while they're still on the bike. Best regards!

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 3 года назад

      Uhhh....errr...I have just realize this 1 year old comment. Shame on me, really sorry, have no idea how did I miss it. However most probably you are over that still this is the way I have done it -> "JC016 XL600V Forks removal". Maybe somebody else will need this also. To change the oil it is possible without removing the forks but a full overhaul is not.....well maybe possible but it would make the whole process extremely over complicated.

  • @gablan1468
    @gablan1468 4 года назад

    What language is this? 😀

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 4 года назад

      Hello, I guess you are asking about the songs.....they are in Hungarian. BTW they are SKA-HECC : Delta , SKA-HECC : Randivonal

    • @gablan1468
      @gablan1468 4 года назад

      @@ST-di6nl Hey, thanks! As Hungarian doesn't really belong to any European language family (from the bigger ones I mean), I was actually struggling to recognize it. I also haven't been exposed to it much, so I guess that's another reason. Are you from Hungary?

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 4 года назад

      @@gablan1468 Yes, I am.

  • @alanturner8297
    @alanturner8297 4 года назад

    Very helpful series of videos - thank you. Which crashbars are these?

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 4 года назад

      Hello, the crash bar is made by Heavy Duties (heavyduties.ro/). It was a hair cheaper to receive to my door than buying others (like GIVI etc) in a shop. (well....that time in Hungary) But in my opinion it looks better. :-D

  • @BackcountryHonda
    @BackcountryHonda 4 года назад

    So you were loosening bolts.....then the shock was on the table.... did you pull it out of the top or bottom? Did you have to remove anything else? Like the air cleaner box?

    • @ST-di6nl
      @ST-di6nl 4 года назад

      It was part of my big maintenance so I have removed the rear wheel and the swingarm too (JC009). Obviously it is enough to remove the wheel and the screws at the bottom of the shock. If you watch carefully you can see that it falls when I remove the screw (around 1:14 - 1:15). Maybe there is another way but I don't aware since my goal was to remove both the shock and the swingarm too.