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Date: Jul 02, 17:31
Topic: warm starting
Message: I have a post '99 1/2 Bullet (with Boyer B. Microdigital
and Amal carb)that starts like a champ when cold and if restarted after
a 10 or 15 minute break. I have a heck of a time (from no sputter at all
to the odd nasty backfire) if it sits for more than 15 minutes or so.
Any thoughts or suggestions? mrakovich@core.com
Date: Jul 09, 12:58
Topic: Wanted in U.K.
Message: Wanted vintage Pre 1971 Classic car,may exchange for
my 1963 Royal Enfield Interseptor,fitted with Watsonian adult-childs sidecar
Region of £5,000 North East U.K. alfspickup@ntlworld.com
Date: Jul 08, 13:38
Topic: Britain's Largest Mainland TT is online: http://www.silverdragons.co.uk
Message: www.silverdragons.co.uk Archive entirely now online see pics
of Britain's largest Mainland TT Circuit 1948 to 53.inc....
Date: Jul 07, 14:57
Topic: 700 super meteor
Message: Just got a 59' magneto model. Has anyone got any ideas
about starting problems when engine hot? Starts fine from cold. Mixed
feelings whether mag needs replacing or have been told that there was
a problem of fuel evaporating in the manifold before entering chambers.
Has anyone else heard of this if so what can be done.
Many thanks
Date: Jul 05, 04:23
Topic: hello
Message: great site ! very clear, many photos, low prices, I'm
enjoy to read it from France. it is really difficult to find an equivalent
on the European Internet. I regret it, but it is like that.
Date: Jul 04, 11:17
Topic: Low Compression, High Maintenance?
Message: I got a hold of the March '03 issue of American Motorcyclist
and read the article on taking an Enfield from Lake Erie to Pensacola,
Fl. Now I don't want to belittle anyone's idea of adventure,' but I thought
I might make a few comments based on my experience with my Bullet.
The bullet is a 50's era cycle; not teens or twenties. We had jet airplanes
and televisions in the 50's! It's really not that far out of date! That
said, I would like to take issue with a couple of things in the article.
1) My Enfield has the right hand shift conversion,
and I've only ridden one with the "continental
controls," so I can't speak with all authority about his shifting
complaints. My bike shifts easy and smooth, with little fuss. And I can
put it in neutral at a stoplight. (Save your money on the electric-starter
and get the original right hand shift)
2) He mentions giving the bike a "full 600 mile
service." It should be noted that this is the break- in service and
not something that you need to do every 600 miles. Furthermore, aside
from changing the fluids, everything else he listed are really just checks.
The ignition timing, once set,
should never need set again unless disturbed. The points should need no
attention at all at that point, provided that the rubbing block has a
good dob of points grease on it. It is good practice to give them a filing
and check the clearance at oil change time, but they should last many
thousands of miles without any fuss. The valve-lash might need adjusted
after break-in, but it shouldn't require adjustment more frequently than
at oil change time after that. Speaking of that,
I have owned thirty or so motorcycles, many of them fairly new 4-cylinder
Japanese bikes, and ALL of them had solid lifters and required periodic
valve lash adjustment. Most could go about
10,000 miles between adjustments, but the adjustment required special
tools, an assortment of shims, removal of the gas tank and cam cover,
and about three hours of free time to do the job. The Enfield's valve
lash can be set in about 5 minutes with three hand wrenches.
3) He's constantly adding oil to the thing. "Just
an ounce or three low." An ounce? Can you even see that on the dip
stick? I check my oil every time I fuel up, just because. So far, in 1000
miles it hasn't needed any. (Of course, I did change it at 600 miles,
but it was still within 4mm of the
"H" on the stick)
4) He must own stock in NGK, because in with his "nightly
maintenance" after riding 320 miles
he changed the spark plug. Now that's just silly! No one would have put
up with that in the 50's and you don't have to put up with it now!
5) He loctited all of the bolts. Probably not a bad
idea, I guess. Most of the bolts that would be prone to come loose have
nylon-insert locking nuts on them anyway, though. And the bike really
doesn't vibrate all that much either. I keep an eye on things on my bike,
so far in 1000 miles
nothing has come loose.
6) Mini-vans never beat me off the line at stop lights.
But then I have a gear shifter that shifts gears. Here's my point. If
you want a cool-looking, economical (My average mileage from day one is
75mpg), authentic 1950's bike that draws plenty of attention and can be
maintained with a minimum
of fuss once you get her all dialed in, then this might just be for you.
If however you are some kind of masochist that wants a bike that requires
that you fiddle with things constantly just to make it run, then you will
probably be disappointed. One of the main reasons that I chose the
bullet over another UJM is that I was sick of 3-hour-shim-under-bucket
valve lash adjustments, carburetor synchronization, and $20 oil filters!
Sure it requires maintenance, EVERYTHING DOES. To me, this bike seems
easier to maintain. My opinion.
Andy,
Date: Jul 03, 21:31
Topic: Gonna be a Bullet owner
Message: Gonna be Bullet owner next week.Planning on trading
in my 750 Yamaha and my 800Honda on a 500cc Bullet....Brings back memories
of my 1954
Truimph.."Wink" Gap, Pa.USA mrwink@localnet.com
Date: Jul 03, 19:15
Topic: Running slightly rough.
Message: Folks,
I have an '02 Military 500 with slightly less than 1000 miles. Today,
it started running a bit rough. Hesitant when I rolled on throttle. Before
I get into a general troubleshoothing routine, what should I check first.
Starts fine, idle is a bit rough. No signs of overheating. I always think
carb issues first but would not think so with a relatively new bike, although
it did set for most of '02. Possibly points? That is the one thing I plan
on getting rid of. Don't mind all the mechanical tinkering and adjusting
but I don't enjoy working with the points.
Any pointers would be greatly appreciated.
Mike jmborders@webound.com
Date: Jul 09, 17:45
Topic: New Bullet..Hard shifting
Message: Got my 2003 Bullet yesterday..Put 200 miles on it ,
so far..Love it, except for the HARD shifting. Dealer says it will get
much better!!Sure does draw attention!! "Wink"Clay..Gap Pa usa
mrwink@localnet.com
Date: Jul 14, 22:20
Topic: Battery drain?
Message: Hey all,
I have a 2001 Bullet and I have some issue with the battery losing its
charge. I put in a new one last week and the darn thing went flat on me.
I've noticed also that the bike is not recharging during when I am riding
around. I am still rather new at troubleshooting, so before I invest a
lot of money in a new alternator/refectifier or other parts, has anyone
had a similar problem? Please email me directly with your suggestions
and comments.
Thanks!
Kyle in CA
kmcjunkin@post.harvard.edu
Date: Jul 14, 16:46
Topic: Bullet 500 in California
Message: 2000 bullet 500 with California title available. email
for info
jaboewing@aol.com
Date: Jul 15, 00:34
Topic: Riding in the snow
Message: Why would one want to ride in the snow ?Because in the frozen
north of Canada one can only ride 3 months of the year.The addition of
a sidecar and the proper preperation of the enfield will allow one to
ride for an additional 3 months.When one is young and foolish as I once
was, one could ride all year on a motorcycle,even here up north.In the
70's I rode a Jawa 350 across Canada,settled in the north and continued
to ride year round in minus 20 weather for over 100,000 miles till the
bike could be fixed no more.Today at over 50 I still ride in the snow
three months of the year.So ride in the snow!!Just keep riding.
rejeang@interbaun.com
Date: Jul 19, 01:44
Topic: Wanted Bullet
Message: I am interested in purchasing a 500 bullet. Does anyone know
of anything for sale in western Canada?
bdjohns@sasktel.net
Date: Jul 18, 00:30
Topic:
Message: i need to know how to find a manifold to adapt an amal
concentric onto my 500 cc bullet, or how tomake one. also i am looking
for inexpensive ways to increase my power
benny_the_jew@earthlink.net
Date: Jul 20, 14:27
Topic: New Bullet
Message: Got my new Bullet less than 2 weeks ago. I have had
a few "quirks" , but overall I LOVE the bike. My main problem
is hard shifting, which may be related to a loose bolt foound on the "neutral
finder"I left it off yesterday for the 600 mile check-up!!Also had
a couple of other bolts work loose. I would recommend anyone checking
all bolts before riding a new bike.I have had about 20 motorcycles in
my time, and i like this one as much as any, even 1100"Goldwing",1100
Maxim, 650 BMW,etc..
mrwink@localnet.com
Date: Jul 20, 13:10
Topic: flat tire survival
Message: Submitting my experiences relating to some incidents
of flat tires in hopes that others may learn from my mistakes.
Picked up a nail on a short trip out of the city (New Orleans) where I
live. My repair kit for such eventualities was limited to a patch kit
and a can of fix-a-flat (the can said tubed and tubeless tires). I know...
quit laughing. Evening was getting on and the daylight was failing. I
also happened to be caught in a swamp type area. The insects (gnats and
mosquitos) were so thick it impaired proper reasoning. I removed the nail
and used the can of fix-a-flat. This just made a mess. Now everything
was covered in a sticky fluid, the tire was still flat, and even if I
got the tube patched I had nothing to inflate it with. Nevertheless I
perservered in the hopes that some gentle soul may happen by and have
a pump of some type. Unbeaded one side of the tire and slipped the tube
out to inspect it. But now it is dark and the tube is sticky from the
fix-aflat. Gnats are getting stuck in the stickiness and effectively carpeting
my tube with there carcasses. My flashlight had vibrated!
into the on position in my pannier so the battery was predictably dead.
I circled the bike several times in frustration pawing the ground like
a bull, trying to clear the gnat carcasses from my eyes and nose and with
a heavy heart reached for my cell phone to call for assisitance. The next
day with renewed vigor, and in the relative comfort of the courtyard behind
my apartment I tackled the project, patching the tube and aquiring tools
to sort out any similar problem. I rode on the tire for three weeks and
the time had the effect of ironing out the wrinkles that night in the
swamp had left in my ego. Put a backrest on the bike and persuaded my
girlfriend to ride the pillion on another short trip out of the city.
Blap..blap...flapapapapap. Another rear tire flat and this time at 65mph
with my girfriend riding tensely on the stern. But not to worry, our hero
has assebled a formidible array of tools with which to sort this issue
out. After removing my girfried from my back and!
muscling the stricken machine off of the highway, I set about repair.
Within 30 minutes I had the tire off, the tube out and the problem identified.
Seems residue from the fix-a-flat had dissolved the contact cement from
the patch and caused it it delaminate from the tube. Also the violence
of the motion of the bike post blowout had sheared the valve stem from
the tube rendering it useless. Some wrinkles came back into my ego. My
girlfriend pointing up the highway a piece to a sign... what's this...
ahh Fortuna... how providential to break down near a bike shop. But as
I approached I realized that it was just a shell. A looted relic from
time past when every town had bike shop. Broken windows and empty shelves
told me that the place had been closed for years if not decades. Once
again the sinking feeling. Reached for my cellphone and called for someone
to bring me a tube... But alas no one has a tube. Walmart, Auto Zone,
Pep Boys all come up empty. And its Sunday... all the!
proper bike shops are closed. More pawing of the ground, oaths and other
juvenile behaviour. Bike back on the truck and another repair session
in my courtyard. But now I think I have the formula, you will need:
-10" crescent wrench
-12" crescent wrench
-patch kit
-needle nose pliers
-some kind of bubble solution
-reliable method of inflation (I carry a foot pump)
-bottle jack or some way to raise the bikes rear end a few inces higher
that the center stand will do
-lamp or lantern that will not discharge its batteries unexpectedly
-tire irons
-rag for cleaning the tube with gasoline
-powerful insect repellant if you travel in third world type tropical
climes such as South Louisiana
-spare innertube.
*all of the above fits easily into one pannier of my military model
and last but not least
-a spouse with the composure and patience of a saint.
I can do the job in an hour or so now.
w.k.bridgeman@worldnet.att.net
Date: Jul 20, 11:13
Topic: euro fairing?
Message: contemplating installing the front fairing/ winshield
combo piece. wondering if anyone has trield this. looking for info on
difficulty of installation, mileage changes, effects on top speed, performance
in heavy crosswinds, protection offerred hands, and looks (email a photo
if you have one). thank you all.
w.k.bridgeman@worldnet.att.net
Date: Jul 20, 21:22
Topic:
Message: I have a small quantity of gearbox/clutch parts,service
partsman/parts list and footrest,kickstart and shift pedal rubbers free(postage
required)that I brought from the UK and will not use.I have had a lot
of experience with the 500 model,which I am willing to share.email me
re any of above.I live in Ontario for your info.
petercora@execulink.com
Date: Jul 23, 08:43
Topic: info on 60's Enfield Indian
Message: I recently aquired a old one cylinder indian.They guy
I got it from knows nothing about it.It is missing the front fender,tank,seat
and carb.I would like to restore this bike but I don't know where to begin.I
would love to see what it is suppose to look like and any other info I
can find out.It is a one cylinder and it also has tool boxes on each side
in the rear.I know it is a pre 64 cause that what year license plate is
on it.I would also like to know where v.i.n. # is on it.I can't seem to
locate it.Thanx in advance for info.
Kene Thornton
Terrapin93Z@aol.com
Date: Jul 23, 03:09
Topic: Notes from my RE mechanic
Message: Just in case they help, here are a couple of things
my dealer's experienced Enfield mechanic suggests: Don't bother with electronic
ignition, it doesn't offer much advantage over the stock points. Watch
your timing, though. The hold down bolts loosen from vibration and the
timing tends to advance itself.
Date: Jul 21, 19:15
Topic:
Message: I understand there was once a 750cc model. Will there
ever be again?
My only concern about buying an Enfield is that freeway traffic is often
80 mph... and even as much as 70+ in the SLOWER lanes where I live (Wash.
DC area). I'm worried it would be unsafe to have giant SUVs and semi's
bearing down on me at such speeds while I'm loping along at 55. Not that
going 80 mph myself is all that safe, but less likely to become a hood
ornament? Would a re-jetted carb and a new exhaust and the aftermarket
digital injection etc. make "safer" speeds possible? (Either
that or anyone got an old 750cc engine they don't need?)
mattr@erols.com
The stock Bullet likes it best
when it is cruised at 55-60 MPH. It can go 70-75 but that is flat out.
No motorcycle can be ridden at full throttle routinely and not suffer.
If it is operated within these parameters it will have a very long life
and be reliable. we do not recommend this bike for any customer who needs
to drive on the freeway all of the time. It can be made to go faster with
our line of performance parts which can be found on our online store within
this website, but we don't recommend that anyone goes 80mph on anything.
Date: Jul 25, 05:25
Topic: Wanted Bullet
Message: I am interested in purchase of second hand bullet any
model but in running condition upto Rs.20,000/- Can contact me at kssawant@yahoo.com.
Preferably from Mumbai / Pune / Thane
Date: Jul 26, 21:06
Topic: Used Royal Enfield Bullet
Message: ****WANTED:Is anyone selling a used Royal Enfield Bullet
500? Low mileage, excellant condition in Central Florida Area. Prefer
Electric Start
Date: Jul 29, 09:23
Topic: Dunstall Megas
Message: Can anyone tell me where I can buy/import Dunstall megas?
Rob Liersch - Melbourne, Australia
robmusic@bigpond.com
Date: Jul 28, 15:36
Topic: Diesel engines???
Message: Can a guy still find a Royal Enfield with a diesel engine?
I'm up in Canada and just started looking for a diesel bike, new or good
cond. used for project.
Any ideas?
Atchbo
The diesel has not been manufactured
for several years.
Date: Jul 29, 22:35
Topic: Want to buy new BULLET in TN
Message: Is the Bullet still made in England or is it now India?
What side is the shifter and clutch on US models? Am considering buying
a new one in Tennessee, but need to ride one first.
iamerikvon@hotmail.com
Date: Jul 31, 19:36
Topic: Unusual message board
Message: I see lots of good post asking questions and needing
advice, and hardly any responses. Seems hard to believe no one responds.
They must be getting lost in cyber space.
adakotachase@hotmail.com
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