Some days, the universe gives you little hints that your day won't go as planned. Others, it smacks you in the face and says in a stern voice, "NOT TODAY.". Well, Wednesday was the latter of the two.
When I get some garage time again, and it's not 150 degrees outside with 200% humidity, I'm gonna cut 'em down to size and mount them back.
Stay safe, and hydrated out there.
**UPDATE**
Took the bike out on a quick errand today, once it was up to temp, it ran great. Picked up my groceries, and decided to take the fun way home. I noticed my foot was slipping off my brake lever a few times but figured it was bad body position due to barely riding this year, or something on my boot.
Pulled into the garage, to let the bike run the carbs dry since I don't know when I'll be riding again. When I shut the bike down, there was a clunk and lots of gurgling. I looked at the temp gauge, it was at 255 degrees! Then looked at my boot, it was coated in oil.
So, I have two problems.
1. My cooling fan isn't running.
a. The wiring got pulled/damaged when I was working on my headlight.
Check all wiring and connections.
Wiring was fine, but I did find some leftover wired bits from the switched circuit the
previous owner made. Repaired the harness.
b. The temp sensor got damaged (not sure how, it's on the left side).
Test sensor.
Sensor is fine.
c. The fan assembly itself is damaged.
Test fan with power for functionality.
Fan ran once with direct power, then never again. Looking for more universal replacement.
2. Revenge of the oil leak, this time with spray action!
a. Crack in the right crankcase cover.
Close! The timing inspection plug was cracked. It has been replaced.
b. Damaged or loosened timing cover bolts.
c. Bent side cover, and/or damaged gasket.
Speaking of damaged gaskets and leaks, I think it's finally time to just pull the engine, degrease, and replace all the gaskets and seals, as well as the hoses. No more leaky bikes.
The fun never stops!
Neither does the learning!
