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This sticky is posted to provide an easy means to scan for frequently required "how to" information. Links to threads containing info on modifications, tuning, maintenance and so on can be posted here.

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To start, a collection of info gathered by Keef:

http://www.triumphrat.net/blogs/twins-documentation-library-7/twin-mod-links-35/

Twins documentation library general link:

http://www.triumphrat.net/blogs/twins-documentation-library-7/

Triumph Owners Manuals:

http://www.triumphmotorcycles.com/offers-and-services/manuals
 
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Air / Fuel gauge installation plus Carb Tuning

Great source of info for anyone considering tuning their bike:

A/F gauge Install/Data:

Ventura's Install

Ventura's Data

Kframe install and data

Bonniebobs original thread, that started it all


General info on how carbs work, and tuning

Jenks Bolts Tuning Guide

Pat Dinquas Rejet Guide

Retro-Racer's Rebuilding stock carbs with pics

Pics of How Jets Fit

Main and Pilot Jet settings for different mods

Carb Tuning Guide

Discussion on rejetting carbs, and overcoming the difficulties therein

Pilot jet and mixture screw setting


Carburettors

Carburettor Discussion

Dynojet vs Thrux needle comparison

FCR39 carb tuning / setup

FCR 39 overview and review
 
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Links to Oil Discussions and info

TriumphRAT threads on oil - lots of discussion, some of the threads have external links that are of interest. Hopefully this makes the discussion easy to find - not that it isn't fun discussing oil all over again!

http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/83500-switching-to-dino-from-synthetic.html

http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/83672-which-engine-oil-do-you-use.html

http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/91981-oil-talk.html

External Links

http://motorcycleinfo.calsci.com/Oils1.html

http://www.shellusserver.com/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php?ubb=showflat&Number=3081&page=1#Post3081


Oil Filter Dissection
http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/53292-t100-oil-filter-132km-with-pics.html



Amsoil comparison of motorcycle oils:

http://www.amsoil.com/performancetests/g2156.pdf
 

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Haggis

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Jetting

This is cut and pasted from one of Ventura's posts.
During all of the testing and modding, my Scrambler was fitted with Zard 2:1 exhaust, but the initial results were the same as with NH after-market silencers.
It seems probable therefore that any opened-up exhaust system will give comparable results.
It was also without the AI system.
It was concluded during testing that the type of filter (stock paper or Uni) made no difference to A/F ratio, so this isn't included.
All the below adjustments were made to maintain an A/F ratio of between 13:1 and 13.7:1
This being the considered optimum.

Stock exhaust with snorkel................110 / 40 / no shims / 1.5 turns
Open exhaust + no snorkel................115 / 40 / no shims / 2.0 turns
Above + Restrictor gone....................120 / 40 / 1 shim / 1.0 turns
Above + enlarged filter inlet...............130 / 40 / no shims / 1.75 turns
Above + RHS opened up....................135 / 40 / no shims / 2.0 turns
Above + velocity stacks.....................145 / 40 / no shims / 2.5 turns
With ARK + good pod filters............. >145 / 40 / no shims / 2.5 turns

I hope all of this will be of help as a guide to others who are endeavoring to determine correct jetting following basic modding of the air intake.
Hopefully, as others carry out the A/F gauge install, these figures can in the future be added to / amended / or maybe even totally contradicted!!
More lively discussion to look forward to!!

For reference, Keihin vs Dynojet equivalence. Jets in above table are Keihins:

Keihin ----- DJ
110 ------- 106
112.5 ----- 108
115 ------ 110
117.5 ----- 112
120 ------- 114
122.5 ------116
125 ------- 118
127.5 ------120
130 ------- 122
132.5 ------124
135 ------- 126
137.5 ----- 128
140 ------- 130
142.5 ----- 132
145 ------- 134
 
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Maintenance Tips

Torque Settings

full list from kreemsicleT100

pdf from Brent


12,000 mile service and Valve shims

12,000 mile service part list

12000 Mile service overview

Thruxton Valve Adjustment

Honda / Yamaha equivalent valve shim info


Tires and Brakes

Replacing Brake Pads

Rear Wheel Removal and Installation

Propforwards tyre changing class

Some thoughts on changing your own tyres


Misc

Cam Cover Oil Leak

Install Nology/PVL ignition coil

Regapping the crank position sensor or ignition pickup coil

Replacing steering stem bearings by Junipero

Replacing the Drive Chain by Baltobonneville

Handy Spreadhseets and resources

Replacing Gear Selector Shaft

Replacing Countershaft Oil Seal

yellowrubiu's centerstand installation tutorial

Replacing fork seals

100,000 mile report
 

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Airbox Removal and /or Modification

Airbox Removal

Hints and Suggestions on the Practicalities of Airbox Removal

Pictures of What's Involved

Frank Blacks Home Made ARK (FARK) excellent!

mr badda bings Home Made ARK (HARK)

markbvt's Airbox Removal (MARK)

blackjacks Airbox Removal (BARK)

Airbox Modification by keef (KARK)

Airbox modification with great pictures

Reflections on Airbox Removal and Predator Install

Basics of Airbox Removal using a purchased ARK

ARK installation by Yellowrubiu

knark - home made airbox removal kit

queenpdog airbox modification and pod filter install on a scrambler - (QARK)


Wind turbulence affecting carburation




Should You Even Do It?

Further thoughts on benefits and otherwise of the airbox and its removal

What's the Best Airbox Removal Kit?

Airbox Modification

Scrambler Airbox Mod - Part 1 (Ventura)

Scrambler Airbox Mod - Part 2 (JohnyC)

Scrambler Airbox Mod - Part 3 (Ventura)

Scrambler Airbox Mod Part 4 - the final chapter - airbox GONE - VARK (Ventura)


Velocity Stacks in the Airbox

Pictures of Airbox Gutting

EFI bike airbox mods
 
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Luggage and Storage

Pepe's Seat Trunk Modification

Travel Trunk on Thruxton

Triumph City Bags Review

Tool Carrier for use with ARK

Another toolbox for use with ARK - by propforward

Another Toolbox for use with ARK - by Kframe

Under Seat Tool Tray

Luggage Thread

Scrambler Luggage

Triumph vs Cortech plus other luggage

Saddlebag support for triumph grabrail

Cortech Bags review

Mounting Harbags to MC resources rack - by Calliway

Pelican Cases as Panniers

Hard Bags on a Bonnie

Givi Luggage Options

Soft Bags on a Scrambler
 
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Electrickery, Signals, Gauges and Instruments

Headlight Bulb Recommendations

Headlamp Improvements by Ripper

Lucas Taillight and signal relocate by KreemsickleT100

Lucas LED tailight conversion by Ripper

More on headlamp bulbs

Source for replacement headlamps

Replacement headlamp lenses and headlamp wiring improvements

Charging System Upgrade

Carb Heater Rewire when replacing regulator / rectifier

Additional fuse positions

Aftermarket Tach Install

Home Made Gauge Pods

Daveski UK flashing indicator LED install

LED flashers and idiot lights

Battery Testing by Ventura

Battery Testing by Commandoroadster

Key Relocation

Scrambler Key Relocation

Scrambler Turn Signal and Taillight Upgrade

Modifying Stock Turn Signals by D9

Rectifier Upgrade by Pokeyjoe

Stebel Nautilus Install

Garage Door Opener

Throttle Position Sensor Replacement

Charging System Capacity 1

Charging System Capacity 2

Crank Position Sensor

Carb and EFI battery differences

Side Stand Switch

Replacing the Stock reg/rectifier by Geolpilot

Tooblekains oil pressure gauge "how to"
 
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Winterizing and Storage

http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/97864-winter-storage.html

http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/98199-oil-filter-change-for-winter-storage.html

http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-talk/98039-how-many-times-will-we-stabil.html

http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/96608-winter-storage.html

http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/97052-winterizing-question.html

http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/98194-parking-her-for-the-winter.html

http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/99232-very-short-term-storage-1-month.html
 
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EFI bike specific threads

Tuneecu for EFI Twins


Tuneecu diagnostic software for EFI twins


Removing AI system from EFI bikes


Removing AI system from EFI bikes


Power Commander Discussion


Power Commander Install


Gas Tank Removal - replacing cam cover


Balancing / modifying throttle bodies


Johnyc EFI bike airbox mod


How to Remove the AI from an EFI Bonnie


EFI Bonnie Bafflectomy


EFI Catectomy - removing pre catalyzers


Smoothed EFI throttle response


Correct way to install a Scottoilr on an EFI Bonnie


Notes on EFI bike relay types


Battery Voltage Monitor by Forchetto


Fall detection / tip over switch


Tune ECU diagnostic Software


Useful Info for EFI twins owners


O2 sensor elimination and bypass


Cold Air Intake


EFI Airbox removal problems


Thoughts on Air Intake Temperature


Adjusting EFI throttle at FI end


Clearing Warning Lights on EFI bike


ECM adaptation Procedure


TPS adjustment and DFCO mod


EFI bike battery part numbers


EFI emergency start modification
 
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Known Problems and Solutions

Hard start / No start (carbed bikes)

http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/217472-hard-start-missing-when-hot.html

http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/216933-bike-wont-start-in-anything-but-neutral.html

http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/214453-engine-cuts-out-while-idling.html

http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/217100-t100-wont-start-will-start-wont-start.html

http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/212601-unable-to-start-bike-after-minor-modification.html


Coil and pick up coil issues

http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/206884-igniter-pickup-coil-or-spark-plug-coil.html

http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/236653-2007-bonneville-no-spark.html

http://www.triumphrat.net/twins-technical-talk/237525-replaced-igniter-coil-r-r-still-doesnt-start.html


Cleaning the side-stand switch

http://www.triumphrat.net/blogs/twins-documentation-library-7/sundry-twin-mod--tweak-items-37/


Misc

Wet Weather Misfire

Difficult to fit carb rubbers

Side Stand Switch

Sticking Tank Pads That Won't Stick

Easy Chain Adjustment

Hard Starting After Evap Loss system removal

Float Bowl Screw Sizes

Water in Ignition Switch

Repairing Cam Cover Screwthreads

Intermittent spark - seat on igniter unit
 
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