Just have a few minutes here, so I'm adding a short list of Sgian Dubh updates...
The rear tire was so worn I could see the air through it in a couple of spots, so I bought a new one at D&K. They mounted it and the next morning it was flat. I took it in and it took 4 new valve-stems and most of a perfect riding day to fix it. Even had to push it a mile and a half back to the shop the last time.
I've ridden over to Prescott and back twice and Ski and I rode through Sedona and up Oak Creek Canyon on our scooters last week. Had a nice visit with my friend Donna who works in a time-share booth at the infamous Oak Creek Dairy Queen.
Tried to use a Uni air filter on my scooter...even went so far as to remove the old system. I jetting the carb up and everything, but it seemed to be LOSING power, not gaining it, so I put it back to original...exCEPT!!!
Most motorcycles and scooters manufactured in the 80's were jetted WAY lean to meet governmental criteria, so I left the slightly bigger jet in. Fabulous choice...it runs MUCH smoother now. Original size (factory) was 110...I used a 112.5. Try it, you'll like it!
Also, the day that I had such an issue with the valve-stems, I bought a pair of handlebars from Seth that originally were on a mid-80's Honda FT500 Ascot. I cut my mini-apehangers at the bottom curves and just welded the new ones on. Love 'em!! No more backache!
Anyway, I have a trip to make this weekend to Las Vegas for the nuptuals of Hot Tomato and Tryg. I'm considering riding the Sgian Dubh. Guess it depends on weather. If I do, I'll be sure to post photos...
C-ya...ride on!
--Keys
