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by David Rodgers
Wed May 01, 2024 3:42 pm
Forum: Norton Rotary Enthusiasts Club
Topic: Classic fuel cap "Forma" need a spare key "030"
Replies: 2
Views: 5575

Re: Classic fuel cap "Forma" need a spare key "030"

I got a copy made at a local Ironmonger/Hardware shop. They had the cutting equipment and a good range of blank keys.
by David Rodgers
Fri Dec 24, 2021 1:43 pm
Forum: General discussion (eveything else)
Topic: seasons greetings
Replies: 3
Views: 17333

Re: seasons greetings

Merry Christmas and a happy New Year to you John and all club members.
by David Rodgers
Tue Jan 05, 2021 5:39 pm
Forum: General discussion (eveything else)
Topic: 2021
Replies: 2
Views: 14167

Re: 2021

Yes Happy New Year John smiley
by David Rodgers
Wed Dec 30, 2020 7:39 pm
Forum: technical interest and new ideas
Topic: Ignition and Voltage Regulator units.
Replies: 7
Views: 7383

Re: Ignition and Voltage Regulator units.

I also changed from Boyer to MiniMag and nothing else was changed! It was fitted by Richard.
by David Rodgers
Sun Dec 20, 2020 2:53 pm
Forum: technical interest and new ideas
Topic: Which Battery?
Replies: 13
Views: 12049

Re: Which Battery?

Hi Roger I use Red Top Batteries from Demon Tweeks, they are AGM which are used in light aircraft and racing cars and can be used on their side or upside down. They don't spill acid! They come in a range of physical sizes and have high cranking outputs which is why i use them on my T160 electric sta...
by David Rodgers
Mon Apr 20, 2020 2:18 pm
Forum: calendar dates and announcements
Topic: Happy Birthday John B !!
Replies: 5
Views: 21158

Re: Happy Birthday John B !!

Happy Birthday John.
I hope to be at Snetterton for Beezumph if it's not cancelled!
Dave R
by David Rodgers
Tue Apr 07, 2020 4:43 pm
Forum: for sale and wanted
Topic: Norton Classic on auction to day
Replies: 4
Views: 9941

Re: Norton Classic on auction to day

Two nice projects whilst in lockdown exclaim
by David Rodgers
Sun Mar 22, 2020 7:55 pm
Forum: General discussion (eveything else)
Topic: Funny little ways
Replies: 2
Views: 4600

Re: Funny little ways

I get the same thing with my Classic rep, ex Interpol2. Not just after the winter but most rides after a short period of non use, five bikes! Speedo usually swings in to life within a mile.
by David Rodgers
Fri Mar 20, 2020 5:53 pm
Forum: technical interest and new ideas
Topic: Liftbar Classic
Replies: 9
Views: 9874

Re: Liftbar Classic

I would like a lifting handle for the offside of the Classic, useful for two people lifting or bungee strap attachment!
If anyone knows of a source or enough people likewise would want one, to have some made, count me in!
by David Rodgers
Fri Mar 13, 2020 5:45 pm
Forum: technical interest and new ideas
Topic: IP2 and Classic tyre sizes
Replies: 3
Views: 7277

Re: IP2 and Classic tyre sizes

One other benefit of the 90 profile is more clearance when cornering, still touches the sidestand down with the 90's though.
by David Rodgers
Mon Feb 24, 2020 5:59 pm
Forum: technical interest and new ideas
Topic: IP2 and Classic tyre sizes
Replies: 3
Views: 7277

Re: IP2 and Classic tyre sizes

Hi Mark Recently had a new rear tyre fitted, i use 100/90-18 front and 120/90-18 rear on the ex IP2 Classic rep. These work well, two ways of deciding on tyre aspect ratio. These are:- 1 With the lower 80 profile you will have slightly lower gearing, bike will be lower making it harder to get on the...
by David Rodgers
Mon Jul 29, 2019 7:30 pm
Forum: technical interest and new ideas
Topic: Boyer ignition
Replies: 19
Views: 30811

Re: Boyer ignition

Hello JB sorry for the delay in replying, holidays etc. As i recall it's fairly easy to change the chip, carefully open the black box and replace. Obtaining a new chip from Julian first of course.
Regards
Dave Rodgers
by David Rodgers
Mon Jun 24, 2019 5:46 pm
Forum: technical interest and new ideas
Topic: Boyer ignition
Replies: 19
Views: 30811

Re: Boyer ignition

Hi Tony I thought you might find this interesting regarding tickover! > Comment: Hello Julian. > Some feedback for you. I took my Classic to Richard Negus as i was > using his test Boyer until i had time to fit the recently purchased > TT1. We removed the Boyer and cut off the old connectors and fit...
by David Rodgers
Wed Jun 12, 2019 5:14 pm
Forum: technical interest and new ideas
Topic: Boyer ignition
Replies: 19
Views: 30811

Re: Boyer ignition

My Boyer failed some years ago whilst in Spain. I contacted Boyer and they said they were not currently repairing the Boyer off the Norton Rotaries. However he said keep hold of it as if there was ever enough interest they might do repairs/replacements. I has the MiniMag fitted and can't ever see me...
by David Rodgers
Tue May 07, 2019 12:45 pm
Forum: technical interest and new ideas
Topic: Commander will not idle when hot
Replies: 12
Views: 15726

Re: Commander will not idle when hot

Hi Dean

I had the same symptoms, low tickover and eventual slowing down and stalling. I kept screwing the air screws out a whole turn at a time and eventually got the required tickover and good pickup. It was a lot of turns out though!

Regards
Dave R
by David Rodgers
Tue May 07, 2019 12:40 pm
Forum: technical interest and new ideas
Topic: Spark Plug Prob:
Replies: 4
Views: 5875

Re: Spark Plug Prob:

Hi John

Try swapping the plugs over rather than fitting a new one straight away, to see if it cuts out on the other rotor. If so it's the plug!
If it fails on the original rotor O/S then it's possibly something else.
I had this once and a new pair of plugs cured it.

Regards Dave R
by David Rodgers
Thu Sep 13, 2018 5:48 pm
Forum: General discussion (eveything else)
Topic: Classic handlebar switches
Replies: 7
Views: 24955

Re: Classic handlebar switches

My starter button has just fallen out of the handlebar switch, so i did a search on the forum to see about getting a replacement. Either Norton part 48-0261 or a Yamaha, part number unknown. I saw this thread suggesting that the actual button is available as an aluminium part from Startright. Does a...
by David Rodgers
Fri Sep 07, 2018 9:22 am
Forum: General discussion (eveything else)
Topic: NGK Spark Plugs
Replies: 4
Views: 9500

Re: NGK Spark Plugs

Thanks for that John, I'll stick with the C8E type, think Opie stock them!
Dave
by David Rodgers
Thu Sep 06, 2018 2:35 pm
Forum: General discussion (eveything else)
Topic: NGK Spark Plugs
Replies: 4
Views: 9500

NGK Spark Plugs

Hi
I've always used C8E plugs in my Classic. Went to Halfords and they only stock CR8E, which i guess are resistor plugs!
Does it make any difference to running, better/worse/same just wondered if it's only Halfords or a general change to resistor plugs?
Dave Rodgers
by David Rodgers
Thu Feb 26, 2015 1:46 pm
Forum: technical interest and new ideas
Topic: Gear Oil
Replies: 27
Views: 137365

Re: Gear Oil

*or EP80. Whatever it says in the Workshop ManualIn the Owners manual it shows 80/140, 85/140 and 90/140 depending on supplier, Silkolene being the only one at 90/140 which they don't seem to do anymore, so 85/140 is the one to go for.Dave
by David Rodgers
Sat Feb 14, 2015 12:58 pm
Forum: calendar dates and announcements
Topic: Morini track day
Replies: 1
Views: 4819

Re: Morini track day

Hi JohnSounds perfect, but I will still be at the TT, maybe another time. Have a good time.Dave Rodgers
by David Rodgers
Tue Feb 10, 2015 3:49 pm
Forum: calendar dates and announcements
Topic: 2015 Membership renewals
Replies: 10
Views: 18063

Re: 2015 Membership renewals

Hi David Just renewed online #447, apologies for the delay.Regards David Rodgers
by David Rodgers
Sat Sep 27, 2014 9:15 am
Forum: technical interest and new ideas
Topic: Gear Oil
Replies: 27
Views: 137365

Re: Gear Oil

Hi LadsAt a friends house near Toulouse, about 750 miles so far. First impression of the gearbox oil is I can't tell any difference. Gear changing feels the same, gearbox noise is no different but this is newly rebuilt 3500 miles ago. I have tried selecting neutral when stationery and it works somet...
by David Rodgers
Wed Sep 24, 2014 1:07 pm
Forum: technical interest and new ideas
Topic: Gear Oil
Replies: 27
Views: 137365

Re: Gear Oil

Hi DavidSorry about that, not trying to scupper your sales. That is a good price you quote, i assume that is just the oil price, how much is p&p?Dave
by David Rodgers
Tue Sep 23, 2014 5:24 pm
Forum: technical interest and new ideas
Topic: Gear Oil
Replies: 27
Views: 137365

Re: Gear Oil

Hi JohnI have just done a 6000 mile service on my IP2/Classic and have put in Redline V Twin Transmission Oil with Shockproof which is marketed primarily for Harley-Davidson gearboxes. If you go onto Opie Oils web site and look under Motorcycles and gearbox oils then 75W-140 you can read all about i...
by David Rodgers
Fri Apr 25, 2014 3:02 pm
Forum: for sale and wanted
Topic: CLASSIC REPACEMENT PARTS CATALOGUE
Replies: 1
Views: 4065

Re: CLASSIC REPACEMENT PARTS CATALOGUE

Yes PleaseI will email you my details.ThanksDave
by David Rodgers
Thu Apr 10, 2014 10:13 pm
Forum: General discussion (eveything else)
Topic: MPG?
Replies: 32
Views: 77531

Re: MPG?

I did a trip through France and Spain last October and was getting about 10 miles per litre i.e. Putting in 13 litres after 130 miles etc. This equates to 45mpg and was on my newly built Classic (thanks Richard). When joined by a smaller bike and travelling much steadier the figure got up to about 4...
by David Rodgers
Fri Feb 21, 2014 3:34 pm
Forum: for sale and wanted
Topic: Key Wallets
Replies: 13
Views: 15354

Re: Key Wallets

It has gone quiet on the key fobs front, are these to be sold by Mick or through the club? Can we have details of where to order from, i was one of the few to express an interest and am still interested.ThanksDave Rodgers
by David Rodgers
Sat Jan 25, 2014 2:10 pm
Forum: calendar dates and announcements
Topic: Best Wishes and a Speedy Recovery JB
Replies: 5
Views: 10205

Re: Best Wishes and a Speedy Recovery JB

Hi John. I hope your op is a success, rumour has it you are having the iron butt replaced smiley A speedy recovery and hope to meet up this year on our 'classics'.RegardsDave Rodgers
by David Rodgers
Tue Dec 10, 2013 4:10 pm
Forum: technical interest and new ideas
Topic: oil consumption
Replies: 13
Views: 17471

Re: oil consumption

Hi John, i have just come across my log of distances covered on this trip and i actually covered 1393 miles which makes the oil consumption an even better 700 miles/litre.Dave