Got some work done
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Got some work done
Took the scoot to a local Indie (Jerry B's) to have the rear tire replaced, and front fork oil changed. We knew going into it I needed the rear axle replaced too. He gets the rear end apart and calls me. "That axle had quite a bend to it, I had to beat it out. You need new bearings and races. Your rear brakes are smoked and you need a new rotor, its glazed and .010" Away from being shot. " Ok do it. I pick up the bike and notice an immediate difference. Finally it rides just like new now. Very smooth and steady, wants to cruise at 80-85+ on the E-way, rock steady.
I get back the old axle and you could roll it on a flat surface and put .50 cents (2 Quarters) under the center of the axle. Bent like a bannanna! The original owner of this bike pulled a trailer and some how a longer axle ended up on it. I'm working out all the issues of getting a used bike for a great price. Also the rear shocks were blown, per advice from this board got a set of Progressive 440 HD"s . Good advice! The drive line is solid, the maintenence is done and I'm ready for some long miles!
Lots of credit to Jerry B too. He has a good supply of OE parts and only installs OE parts with his services. He and his wife Michelle run a tight ship!
Winter is too long....... Spring is here!!
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I get back the old axle and you could roll it on a flat surface and put .50 cents (2 Quarters) under the center of the axle. Bent like a bannanna! The original owner of this bike pulled a trailer and some how a longer axle ended up on it. I'm working out all the issues of getting a used bike for a great price. Also the rear shocks were blown, per advice from this board got a set of Progressive 440 HD"s . Good advice! The drive line is solid, the maintenence is done and I'm ready for some long miles!
Lots of credit to Jerry B too. He has a good supply of OE parts and only installs OE parts with his services. He and his wife Michelle run a tight ship!
Winter is too long....... Spring is here!!
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I have seen this term on here a few times "local Indie" can someone please explain?
Bob
I have seen this term on here a few times "local Indie" can someone please explain?
Bob
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RE: Got some work done
Back in the early 80's at Daytona I came across a single bike accident. It was a Bagger pulling a trailer that had blown a tire. The couple, where alright except for a case of road rash and being shook-up. Right then and there, I decided I would never pull a trailer with a bike.
Now your story gives me another reason to hate them!
Glad to hear that everything worked out alright for you, and its always great to hear of a local business that treats their customers like gold.
Now your story gives me another reason to hate them!
Glad to hear that everything worked out alright for you, and its always great to hear of a local business that treats their customers like gold.
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