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EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by EgunMogaji2: 9:35am On Apr 28, 2021 |
We don’t post much about bikes on here so I’ll entertain some of yah all with my exploits. I picked up a Suzuki GSX600F and a BMW R1100R ABS this week. Special thanks to Shagati and Gazzuzz who valiantly tried to assist me. I just have to realize that I might be retired but most people I know are not and are busy people I rode the Suzuki back from Osogbo but paid someone to ride the BMW down from Ajjah. Both were sold as “Tokunbo” but they are most definitely not. I’m okay with it because I “stole” them price wise. So one can say that the eyes saw what it wanted to see None of these bikes will be restored. But I will try to unNigerianize what has been Nigerianized. Yah all know what I mean. The Suzuki: Makes all the sweet sounds, runs like a raped ape, has decent tires. I performed an oil change using K&N filter and Visco 2000 oil. Cleaned and lubed the chain. I foresee this being replaced by a classic GSXR1000 soon. The BMW: Well, it rode down from Lagos under its own power abi I stalled out on the way home and the battery is dead. I’ll sort out a proper brand new battery today. Of note, I tried jump starting it and even in 3rd gear it simply locked the tires. In my layman’s opinion this means that the engine has very good compression. A very good thing. I need to change the oil before I even start riding it but I can’t find a K&N163 locally. Anyways keep tuned for our exploits. 7 Likes 1 Share
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Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by BamBamK: 9:45am On Apr 28, 2021 |
thank you for this thread 5 Likes |
Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by Shagati(m): 9:58am On Apr 28, 2021 |
EgunMogaji2:You will need to be in 3rd gear and no less than 40km/r to jumpstart a Beemer Boxer Trust me, I know this. Congrats on your find x2! Looking forward to updates................. 8 Likes 1 Share |
Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by EgunMogaji2: 10:18am On Apr 28, 2021 |
Shagati: Thanks. I just thought it was fiscal irresponsibility if I passed on a running BMW for the price. That’s how I lost out on a classic Mini Cooper in Ibadan. I’ve sworn not to have a repeat performance. 2 Likes |
Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by EgunMogaji2: 10:20am On Apr 28, 2021 |
My month old TVS sitting forlorn in the background knowing there’s no hope of me straddling It anytime soon
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Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by afoife: 10:49am On Apr 28, 2021 |
Egbon, I am very interested in saving you thee pain of allowing the TVS occupy viable space in the garage, may I come over to purchase [i][/i]the TVS? 1 Like |
Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by EgunMogaji2: 11:17am On Apr 28, 2021 |
afoife:
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Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by GAZZUZZ(m): 11:22am On Apr 28, 2021 |
EgunMogaji2:
Or you lost some good weight Congrats on your barn finds, looks like a 2 for the price of one 2 Likes |
Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by EgunMogaji2: 11:48am On Apr 28, 2021 |
Angel eyes auxiliary lights. 3 Likes 1 Share
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Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by baconline(m): 11:52am On Apr 28, 2021 |
Guess I might meet u on the streets of ibadan!!! I drive smart fortwo 5 Likes |
Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by EgunMogaji2: 12:21pm On Apr 28, 2021 |
baconline: I’ll keep an eye out. There’s a guy repairing them behind First Bank, Oke Ado. 1 Like |
Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by Kirkman: 12:39pm On Apr 28, 2021 |
Shagati:It's been a while we heard from you sir, I miss your road trip threads and also your car buying/upgrade/ restoration threads from way back. Especially the BMW threads. You have been missed. 2 Likes |
Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by afoife: 1:28pm On Apr 28, 2021 |
[quote author=EgunMogaji2 post=101196585][/quote] called the number already.... no response 2 Likes |
Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by EgunMogaji2: 9:17am On Apr 29, 2021 |
Still can’t find K&N163 in Ibadan. Found a K&N164 in my stash. It’s shorter. Pictured is what I removed from the bike and a K&N 164.
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Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by Kirkman: 11:13am On Apr 29, 2021 |
EgunMogaji2:Can't a couple of the oil filters be ordered from the USA just in case of future oil changes sir? 1 Like |
Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by EgunMogaji2: 12:44pm On Apr 29, 2021 |
Kirkman: Yes, I’ll be in the USA in a few months and will be loading containers back. I need this now. 1 Like |
Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by EgunMogaji2: 12:45pm On Apr 29, 2021 |
Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by EgunMogaji2: 12:48pm On Apr 29, 2021 |
Emi agba rewire fun rami Now we have a functioning tail and stop lights. It seems easy but I’ve never mastered wiring a relay 5 Likes
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Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by Kirkman: 1:53pm On Apr 29, 2021 |
EgunMogaji2:Allright sir. Happy travels 1 Like |
Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by Shagati(m): 7:11pm On Apr 29, 2021 |
Kirkman: Tuale sir!! Life happened and there is now less Resuming soon though as soon as I am able to juggle things 5 Likes |
Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by Kirkman: 9:16pm On Apr 29, 2021 |
Shagati:Allright sir, I understand. Do kindly keep us posted. |
Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by jidobaba(m): 11:48pm On Apr 30, 2021 |
Hoping to see an electric scooter thread soon in these parts. They are all the rage now but shipping to naija from china will be headache. P.S. I have the small rental type(m365) but these beefier ones make mad sense.
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Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by EgunMogaji2: 4:20am On May 02, 2021 |
Naked. Nothing broken but just unfng what’s been f’d by the locals. Automotive type alternator.
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Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by EgunMogaji2: 4:31am On May 02, 2021 |
Some motivational pictures If I have to pick one thing I miss the most about USA, it’s the easy access to aftermarket mod parts. 4 Likes
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Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by EgunMogaji2: 4:26am On Jun 06, 2021 |
Changed transmission and differential oil. I found regular engine oil in the final drive. I’ll follow up with another oil change in a month to flush out any remnants. I used Total 85W90 in both sumps. 2 Likes
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Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by EgunMogaji2: 4:28am On Jun 06, 2021 |
I also had the starter rebuilt on the BMW. BMW R1100R starter on top, spare Suzuki GSX600F starter on bottom for comparison. 2 Likes
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Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by lulocs: 12:51pm On Jun 07, 2021 |
Following. Thank you for the detailed narrative. I look forward to more updates. Cheers! 1 Like |
Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by EgunMogaji2: 4:10pm On Jun 08, 2021 |
I modified the stock exhausts note to be more noticeable. I’m quite satisfied with the resulting tone. I most likely won’t be getting any aftermarket exhaust now. I will weld up a cat delete pipe in the near future to replace the cat box. Should increase my ground clearance. 2 Likes
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Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by EgunMogaji2: 6:56pm On Jun 08, 2021 |
Sometimes I’m lucky with preowned purchases when previous owners are enthusiasts. The BMW came with $900 front shock and $600 rear shock. 3 Likes
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Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by Elxandre(m): 11:58pm On Jun 08, 2021 |
EgunMogaji2:Won't bumbum pain someone on these small seats like this? 2 Likes |
Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by EgunMogaji2: 3:55am On Jun 09, 2021 |
Elxandre: No pain, no gain 1 Like |
Re: EgunMogajis Motorcycle Thread by nymphomaniac(m): 5:55am On Jun 09, 2021 |
EgunMogaji2:but u can’t carry any one abi? 1 Like |
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