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Messages - David Gilli

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Electrics / Re: Centrifugal advance
« on: September 03, 2018, 09:51:36 pm »
ck the nf facebook post for 31 august.  phillip gromme quoted one for €130 . i asked for source  and have noe asked for German-term to be able to search the parts catalog. waiting for answer. hope that helps.


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Electrics / Re: Coil issues ?
« on: September 29, 2016, 11:32:17 am »
Hello All,
I am grateful for the reply from Kater whose generous spirit I have noted on the Adventure Rider Forum Nuovo Falcone section.
So now I am seeking advice on where to find good instructions on how to replace points and condenser/capacitor...have noted some on Paul Friday's Resources...
Does anyone else have ideas on this topic ?
I wonder if there is now available a wheel marked in degrees which could be useful in this procedure ?
I am sure I have seen one somewhere.
Any help...online or off...would be much appreciated.
Thanks for reading.
David Gilliland

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Electrics / Coil issues ?
« on: September 26, 2016, 02:40:53 pm »
Hi to all,
Having erratic starting characteristics got me thinking about a replacement coil.
Spark seems weak to me...and rather warm/orange in colour.
Battery is good.
Does anyone have a thought about a source of a replacement coil for the NF ? I am guessing they would not be that unusual.
When it starts it starts easily.
Thanks for reading.
Good riding to all.
David Gilliland

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The Paul Friday Resources! / Re: Paul's site download
« on: January 28, 2016, 07:43:52 pm »
well done very helpful. thanks for your time and effort, banquo . David

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Frame, Suspension and Tinware / Re: Tool box lock
« on: December 20, 2015, 06:46:05 pm »
Hello,
 Further to earlier mention, I think i have found the tool box keys available from lockdoctor.biz under Metal filing cabinet key in the range of 92001-92400...
Search box on the site.
I have not yet looked closely to see if the number is on the outside of the locks.
The two are different numbers from each other.
  I see they sell the locks too in case you need them.
Apparently three numbers  in the range of 001-400 would be on the lockface.....(ie.last three numbers).my keys end in 90 and 99 and all the 5 numbers are on the key.
Worked out £7.14 total for the two incl. delivery. So we are talking about cut keys here, not just blanks. I hope this is useful to someone.
Got both keys very promptly and they work fine.
 They have a good site which is easy to investigate..it would appear these tool box locks would be under Metal filing cabinet locks.
Note: this post previously under a possibly inappropriate heading and re posted here as I have just noticed these posts.
Best to all.
David G

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Frame, Suspension and Tinware / Re: Pannier idea?
« on: December 19, 2015, 07:08:11 pm »
Hello Folks,
In considering panniers for the NF I have mused on the possibility of finding a modern panner rack which will, of course, take modern panniers, but which will also take a set of Classic Krauser panniersi have in store.
To an old guy the panniers are big money and if something used can be found..rack or panniers or both, which will fit, then any information is very welcome.
I found a rack on Ebay which i thought might work and it arrived today.
I am confident that it can work well on an NF with a minimum of fuss, but, as I know there are folks with lots of bikes including other MG's I thought I would put the idea out for consideration while I give myself time
 to look more closely.
 Perhaps you or a mate has a bike like the one from which it was removed.
  The rack arrived this morning and I am recovering from an operation so it will take me a while to provide chapter and verse.
Meanwhile I have the photos of the rack which were on Ebay along with some less good photos of the bike on which the seller had mounted the panniers should that be helpful.
I am not sure if the seller is going to be able to provide more specific product identification, but the rack is Hepco and Becker, the bike is a 2013 MG V7.
He used H and B 40 L. Junior panniers on the rack.
The rack looks as though it will attach on the passenger foot-peg bolt and, possibly with a simple L shaped bracket also on the rear attaching points for the luggage rack or rear attachment points for the pillion seat.
There is also a strut which lies horizontally behind the number plate which connects the rear parts of the two racks.
For now it looks like this strut might run immediately behind the number plate, but it can be reversed which could allow it to run between the plate and the mudguard.
Of course now you have the idea that the attachment points on the V7 may be similar to those on the NF you may prefer to look for another brand of rack and panniers like Givi which accomplish the same task.
If the end result helps anyone, i will be very pleased.
Meantime, when I am able I will post some photos of the rack on the V7 and do a bit more work to see if what will be required to make it fit the NF.
Not "correct", of course, but anything which allows more convenient, safe and pleasurable use of an already fine machine can be tolerated until something better appears.
Best wishes to all
David Gilliland


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Parts and Service / Re: Ignition Key Blank Source Found
« on: December 19, 2015, 01:36:16 pm »
It is incorrect to assume that all the keys on ebay are the same. I have seen at least 8 different sellers in different countries.
If you have the blank number on your key you can check...for example with my key which I quote in my beginning quote on this topic.
Motokeys also note other key identifications which it says are equivalent keys. They also offer, for comparison, a photo of the end of the key...which other folk seem not to do.
However it was going to cost a total of £11 from them and my local key man says he can order one in for £4.
If it is wrong, as was the one NLM sent to me, it will not go into the ignition and I intend to check if the new blank will go in before having it cut.
Good luck and best wishes to all.  David

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Parts and Service / Tool Box keys-source...
« on: November 22, 2015, 05:32:16 pm »
Hello,
 Further to earlier mention, I think i have found the tool box keys available from lockdoctor.biz under Metal filing cabinet key in the range of 92001-92400...
Search box on the site.
I have not yet looked closely to see if the number is on the outside of the locks.
The two are different numbers from each other.
  I see they sell the locks too in case you need them.
Apparently three numbers  in the range of 001-400 would be on the lockface.....(ie.last three numbers).my keys end in 90 and 99 and all the 5 numbers are on the key.
Worked out £7.14 total for the two incl. delivery. So we are talking about cut keys here, not just blanks. I hope this is useful to someone.
Best to all.

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Parts and Service / Ignition Key Blank Source Found
« on: November 22, 2015, 11:38:01 am »
Hi,
In looking for a key blank to match my Magneti Marelli ignition key E57 I found the Motokeys site on an Ebay auction.
They seem to have a US site and a UK one...same company it seems... They also offer blanks for F codes.

I  had ordered the last blank NLM had but it was entirely different...(.an ILCO key. F9IHS on it Made in Canada)

Next i need spare blanks for the the tool boxe keys..They are IBFM keys (plus a 5-digit number)..seems likely the same as office furniture lock keys...should be easier, but still looking.
Might help someone. Best and safest to all.

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Frame, Suspension and Tinware / Pannier idea?
« on: November 12, 2015, 09:55:37 pm »
hi,having a browse ref ideas for panniers which might compliment the NF. Found the Max Fuchs US Ammo Case Plastic Cal. 50 MM Large OD Green on Amazon UK..Not so pricey..lockable with padlock
Clearly modern but, might work with a simple unobtrusive frame. My search term was "ammo box"
Reasonable size too.  I now have thoughts of doing a more general search which might turn up something superior from sources other than Amazon. Any other  ideas regarding this issue ?
Thanks to anyone for their thoughts.

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Newbies say hello / Re: Newbie waiting
« on: November 12, 2015, 09:38:29 pm »
hi mad Mike, Welcome and congrats on new bike... several manuals to loan if you need them..Good luck and have fun David in North Somerset

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Newbies say hello / Re: Helmet
« on: October 10, 2015, 03:58:49 pm »

Hello,

Found this interesting long but informative article which may interest folk here.

Everything You Ever Wanted To Know About Motorcycle Helmets

http://lanesplitter.jalopnik.com/everything-you-ever-wanted-to-know-about-motorcycle-hel-1733731498

Best to all,
David Gilliland

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Newbies say hello / Helmet
« on: September 11, 2015, 11:32:02 am »
Hello All,

A subject which concerns us all....helmets!  (yes, I know, but it could have been an oil thread ! :)  )

At an advanced age and getting back on the road after a long absence, my riding confidence is low.

Although I still have open faced helmets and have always preferred them, I am thinking it would be wise to invest in a full-face or modular helmet.

I have my eye on the Schuberth C3 Flip helmet. If it is to be a flip helmet I am thinking it would be wise not to buy the cheapest one.

I am wondering if there might be anyone who has one who would like to offer any opinions on it ?

From early research they seem to go for around £300 unless anyone has found a cheaper source.

Also, if you were considering it and ended up buying another helmet could you suggest a close competitor for consideration ?

Thanks for your time and effort.

David Gilliland in Somerset




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Electrics / Re: Battery issues
« on: September 08, 2015, 11:37:04 am »
Hello,
Interesting ideas...I assume you leave near UPS and would have to visit them to buy a used battery.
Perhaps there are similar suppliers in my area who also offer used batteries .
Next thing then is to investigate how to "set" a voltage regulator.
On a separate point..one source suggested that one needs a "smart" recharger for a gel (perhaps also any sealed ) battery.
Apparently Optimate says their charger, which is what i use, is ok for sealed and gel batteries....
Just wondering... and learning.
Thanks
David Gilliland

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Electrics / Battery issues
« on: September 06, 2015, 11:28:14 am »
Hi Folks,
Our Ford C-Max needed a new battery £150 fitted at dealership £57 at battery specialist..fitting easy, of course.
I visited a bike dealer recently who wanted £86 for a bog standard lead-acid battery..seemed a lot !
I fancy a sealed battery and my local specialist has an Exide for £77 but it may be a bit tall...
They do a Yuasa for £84 which is semi-sealed...ie would leak...eventually..no time specified.
For the extra seems worth a sealed one...
I wonder..apart from the price are there any downsides to a sealed battery ?
I have a sealed one on the riding lawnmower...elec. start..only 8 hp..which has done very well.
Does anyone have a sealed one they would recommend ?
Any further comments would be valued
Thanks
  Best to all...
.David Gilliland


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