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  1. victorluiz1980

    Yoshimura RS-4T opinions?

    I’m considering getting the Yoshimura RS-4T slip on pipe, $570.00 on amazon. My reasons are that it’s within my budget and I’ve heard it sounds good. That’s it. Those are my reasons. let me know what you guys think, are there better options? Is this the pipe for me? Am I wasting my money?
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    S10 cut out and now won't start.

    My 2014 with 41K miles on the clock has been running like a dream. Until today. Went for a ride this evening, about 1/4 mile from home she stalled, I thought it might have been my fault, then she stuttered for a second another 1/4 mile down the road but came back to life with no issues for the...
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    Whoops!

    So I tilted my fuel tank a little too far back and pulled a wire out of a plug (from the fuel level sensor, I think). Is there a way to get this wire back into this plug myself or do I need to buy a new one?
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    Anyone know of any good videos of a brake-fluid change?

    I have watched this one: but I'm wondering if everything he says also applies to my 2014 S10 or if there is anything extra I need to do.
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    Cell phone mount?

    Can anyone recommend a decent (not too fancy/pricey) phone mount that can clamp onto the bar above the instrument cluster (I know it has a name, can't remember what it is). I'd like my phone to be more directly in my line of sight as my current mount attaches directly to my handlebars and is...
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    Bridgestone Battlax Adventure tread depth.

    Ive got a pair of Battlaxs on my S10 and was checking their tread this morning but couldn't find a depth indicator. I thought all tires came with one, unless I'm missing something.
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    Scratches on matte paint?

    I have a scratch on my matte grey tank that kinda bugs me. Its not the only scratch on my bike but this one just annoys me for reasons I can't explain. Any idea how to get rid of/minimize it? I'm assuming I cant just polish it like I would a glossy finish paint.
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    Error code 069?

    I gave my S10 a wash this afternoon and after starting her up I got an engine light and an 069 error code. After the 13 year old in me burst out laughing I checked out my service manual and saw that it refers to a front wheel sensor issue. Assuming its the ABS sensor I had a look at it (just a...
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    Missing bolts - inside left cowling.

    I went for a ride today and after about 150 miles (and about 2 miles from home) I noticed the radiator fan kicking in and the coolant temp was kinda high. Had a look into the intake and saw that a piece of the internal bodywork was loose, was covering the radiator and stopping the airflow to it...
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    What's up with my fuel gauge?

    So the bike carries like 6 gallons of fuel, right? I fill my tank to the top, ride it until the gauge starts flashing and giving me the "count up" on how many miles I've ridden with it flashing and then I go top her up again but she only takes like 4 gallons according to the pump!! What am I...
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    Center stand removal.

    I'm renewing my '14 S10 bit by bit and my next mini project is to remove and spray paint the center stand which seems to have a little surface rust accumulating on it. Removal and reinstallation LOOKS easy enough, but those springs might give me a hard time. Any of you guys done this before...
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    Dirty Spokes.

    My spokes are looking a little old and need a good cleaning. Anyone got any hints/tips on getting them good as new?
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    Side Stand Pivot.

    So i recently saw this neat little technique where you turn your motorcycle around, on the spot, using the side stand as a pivot. I'm wondering if the S10 side stand is strong enough to do this repeatedly? Has anyone had/heard of this part failing?
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    Givi PL2119 vs PLR2119 luggage racks.

    Which ones should I go for? The quick release PLRs are about $260 and the standard PLs are $180. I'm not your typical ADV rider with a fat check book so I'd like to go for the less expensive option, is it a serious PITA to remove the luggage fitted to them?? I don't see myself removing them too...
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    Has anyone taken the amtrak auto-train?

    Im considering taking my S10 from Florida to Washington on the autotrain and then road tripping back over a couple of days next summer. Has anyone taken their bike on the train before? Any tips/words of advice?
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    Odd sound from my front brake.

    Ive got a 2014 S10 with 35k miles on it, bought it at about 33k miles. When i hit the brakes moderately to hard the front disk makes a kind of hissing sound. The harder I brake, the louder the hiss. First suspect was pads but they've got plenty meet on them. The rotor looks fine too. Any ideas...
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    Ill fitting license plate light housing.

    I have a second hand S10 and I think the previous owner changed the license plate light and didnt put the mount back on correctly. It doesnt sit flush to the body work and has a slight wobble to it. Ive taken it off and re-installed it but no luck. Am I doing something wrong??? I've attached a...
  18. victorluiz1980

    Small goods storage.

    I'm looking for something just big enough for my phone, wallet, keys and not much more. Dont want a full sized tank bag and cant seem to find a small one that fits to the contours of the tank (Bought a Sedici Picolo, it was about the right size but has a flat bottom) Any ideas?
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    Unbalanced bike??

    Bought myself a 2014 S10 about three months ago, it had 35k miles on the clock but is in EXCELLENT condition - not even for its age, on first inspection the bike looks almost brand new - it rides well, there are no signs of accidents/drops etc but while I was riding this morning I took my hands...
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    Beginners ADV riding course in South Florida?

    Got my S10 a few months ago and I'm struggling with the dirt road riding side of things (the guys on youtube made sliding the rear look so easy!) Anyone know of any ADV/dirt bike training courses in SoFlo?
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