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Studley Ramrod

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Should we tell him about checking the engine oil level ? Lol
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Quote:Should we tell him about checking the engine oil level ? Lol


I would for sure , it’ll save the “ HELP I’ve got a weird rumbling noise coming from the bottom end” post at some point !! LOL !!
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I'll be checking oil level first thing. I have been round the block a few times. Rolleyes

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I wasn't referring to your maintenance skills katdude, my apologies if you thought I was, it's the need for 3 hands ( 2 for holding the bike and another to shine the torch) to simultaneously balance the bike upright whilst bending over to view the oil window, that I was highlighting. Lol  It's a pain ! But as Gdogg says, vitally important to do during the first months of ownership as some use little oil and some use quite a lot.
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Yes, I've gathered it's a bit of a pig with the TDM, but I'll sort it out! Huh

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Think USB endoscope, cheap off Ebay and run on android, gotta be easier for oil checking.
Current toys: '99 XT600E, 2000 4TX, '82 Princess 30DS (where the username comes from), No longer a '03 Fazer thou.

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i've seen a simple LED lamp near the oil sight glass, that way you can at least see what's there as normally have to use a torch

"As I Lay Rubber down to street, I pray for traction I can keep. But if I skid and begin to slide, please dear god protect my ride"

Mods; Oil pressure switch, neoprene rear inner mudguard, scottoiler, highway pegs,  fenda extenda, 1999 carbs and airbox, Kais suspension setup, later clutch springs, LED lamps, Metmachex swingarm, Hagon Shock, Oxford heated grips, 4 way fused accessory Bus, 17" 3CV front wheel, Michellin R6 tyres, GPS speedo, 5' ignition advance.
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Hello!

 

I'm 27 years old, from the Netherlands and I'm the proud new owner of a 2007 TDM 900.

This is my first bike and I started riding because i got very excited about the idea of traveling on it.

I was considering the vstrom for a while but in the end I preferred the TDM!

So far I'm absolutely in love with it and can't wait to do some touring.

It came with a complete set of Givi panniers, thinking of adding some crash protection but it all ready to go!

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Hello Ron and welcome,



Noice boike!
Doin valve clearances? Use dappers valve shim exchange program and the job will be carroty - Free (other than you postin me yer shims) for sporting members.
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Greetings
<p class="bbc_indent" style="margin-left:40px;">Single-handedly reviving the Wave.



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<p class="bbc_indent" style="margin-left:40px;">2008 reg. Black TDM 900 ABS



 

 

 
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Smart looking bike Ron, good find, looks to be in really good condition.

Enjoy many miles chap.
<p> Now Sold 😔......850 MK2A 4TX6 in Silver, Stainless steel hand rolled slip on end can, stainless 2into1 headers, K&N air filter, Hagon progressive front springs, Gdogg modified rear shock, Else Made "Ridgeback" Gel Seat, Gdogg under seat fender extender, Powrspark leads, Carbon fiber effect vinyl wrap fairing decals & logos, Michelin Pilot Road2's, V-Strom hand guards, Givi monorack & box (colour matched side rails).
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Hi Ron, welcome to the nuthouse.

Current toys: '99 XT600E, 2000 4TX, '82 Princess 30DS (where the username comes from), No longer a '03 Fazer thou.

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Hi Ron, nice bike and good choice, i would go with the engine bar protection especially as it's your 1st, we all have little moments, some more than others  Smile

Bigred mk1 R1 Calipers- Braided lines- Givi wing rack-Crash bungs- Hi vis bullets-PR2's- and a hoot to ride.



Quad 900 Silver Laser duo tech pipes-Scott oiler-Engine crash bars- Radiator mounted see me ring LED's-Datatool system 3 alarm -Centre stand- Extender fender-Renthal bars-Handle bar risers-Mirror extenders-BMW GS Handgaurds-Acumen uprated horn & Nautilus-Stainless steel Radiator guard-Givi wing rack-OEM screen-Yammy touring screen-MRA Vario-MRA Double bubble cut down for fast as fk riding-Tiger screen-Tank protector-Stomp grip panels-Optimate lead   Gone to Heaven 
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1991 MK1 in need of some TLC watch this space   Smile Sorted and on the Road Mick  Tongue  Tongue it's the bike that Jack built  Wink Gone to Heaven  Wub
 


 
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Hi Ron and welcome. You won't find a better all-rounder for the price. Nice bike. :good:
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:welcome: Ron

"As I Lay Rubber down to street, I pray for traction I can keep. But if I skid and begin to slide, please dear god protect my ride"

Mods; Oil pressure switch, neoprene rear inner mudguard, scottoiler, highway pegs,  fenda extenda, 1999 carbs and airbox, Kais suspension setup, later clutch springs, LED lamps, Metmachex swingarm, Hagon Shock, Oxford heated grips, 4 way fused accessory Bus, 17" 3CV front wheel, Michellin R6 tyres, GPS speedo, 5' ignition advance.
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Hi all,just joined as I have acquired a 1991 TDM hoping for some help and advice along the way 

 

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Hello dare and welcome again. 1991 a fine vintage, What a wonderful choice.
Doin valve clearances? Use dappers valve shim exchange program and the job will be carroty - Free (other than you postin me yer shims) for sporting members.
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welcome  the red ones are fastest
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Hi and welcome JP.
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Pirate? Jolly?? You're gonna fit right in here fella. Welcome an good luck with the bike.
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04 900 - 92 mk 1 - r 1150 rs - Z550 A1 - 2x bonnies - plastic slug -XL185 - ...not in that order !! (and one or two i don't want / dare to own up to !!)
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