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Aprilia RSV rear suspension service 1
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Aprilia RSV rear suspension service

Servicing Aprilia RSVR rear suspension I’d been putting off this job for a while, and finally managed to make a start on servicing the rear suspension last month. I purchased a complete linkage servicing kit from Aprilia Performance, which includes replacement bearings, linkage pins and dust seals for the “dog Read more

By Alan, 8 yearsMarch 28, 2018 ago
Motorcycle preparation for winter storage 2
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Motorcycle preparation for winter storage

You spent a lot of money and time on your motorcycle and you want to make sure that it stays in the best condition for as long as possible. To do this, preparing your motorcycle and storing it during winter is something that you need to take care to do Read more

By Alan, 8 yearsOctober 30, 2017 ago
Getting ready for fuel system service and emissions test 3
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Getting ready for fuel system service and emissions test

With the warmer weather on the way, I’m starting to build up the tools required to service and test the fuel system on my Aprilia Futura and RSV, which both share the same engine and similar fuel systems. Whilst synchronisation is important for smooth running of the Aprilia v-twin, checking the carbon Read more

By Alan, 10 yearsFebruary 2, 2016 ago
GSXR1100 carburettor
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GSXR1100 carburettor rebuild

The GSXR1100 doesn’t get used much over winter unless we get some sunny days, the smaller GSXR750 takes up the slack during this time. Like most people these days who own classic bikes or classic cars you are probably seeing more and more carburettor issues as a result of higher Read more

By Alan, 11 yearsJune 29, 2015 ago
Ignition leads
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Ignition problems finally solved on the Aprilia Futura

At last! I finally managed to resolve the ignition fault on my Aprilia Futura yesterday after installing a new set of leads and replacing an ignition coil. The new set of ignition leads from Magnecor are a lot easier to position within the limited space, and offer improved performance above Read more

By Alan, 11 yearsFebruary 8, 2015 ago

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