KX Riders
General => I'm Listening => Topic started by: umberto on May 19, 2017, 07:48:02 AM
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I am looking for feedback and input on any changes you guys would like to see to the site. Danger, Sandblaster, and I are trying to organize some beneficial information to make it easier to find, and it made me think that maybe other changes are in order. Who better to ask than the experts? Let me know what you would like to see changed.
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Soft ice cream machine? :lol:
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Maybe with a shake machine?
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I like the layout of the site
Search function works very well
Probably just need more new members with fresh ideas/
Need a few detailed engine builds etc
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I like the layout of the site
Search function works very well
Probably just need more new members with fresh ideas/
Need a few detailed engine builds etc
Are you working on anything fun? I will be trying to find another bike to flip after we get the KDX Hybrid sold. Maybe something that needs a lot of work.
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I have posted questions and nobody has replied. Am I missing something?
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I have posted questions and nobody has replied. Am I missing something?
I would be patient, especially with specialized questions, as it sometimes takes just the right person to answer your question. If that person has not been on the site in a while, you may have a question go unanswered for a bit. I saw your question on the 87 subframe. Dave916 or Sandblaster would be good people to ask about it. Both gentlemen are very experienced in the 500, and have really helped me with my 88 motor conversion. They are super nice guys to boot. Try sending them a quick direct message. One more thing to remember: Most people tend to stay in the 85-88 or 89 and up families, as not many of the engine parts will swap over, so you will need to find somebody who has tried the swap out of necessity or curiosity before. Hope that helps.
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I answered the questions on the sub frame.
We use to have several people on this site that no longer visit.
I don't know why, it's a cool site.
The only bummer is not hosting pics which make it harder for the average guy to post pics.
To make it better what else could be done?
I have no idea....
The groups on Facebook are exploding with members..
I am a member of many groups and forums and admittedly spend most of my extra time there.
The problem with them is after a short period of time hard data is almost impossible to find.
So I save hard data on my own site.
When someone needs tech info I post a link...
It saves a lot of typing.
I do try to visit here every day as this was the first site I discovered specific to the KX500 and I received a lot of deeper info on what makes the KX500 tick. But I don't always try to answer every question as there are still a lot of good guys that can answer and I'm spread a little thin :-)
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I have always enjoyed the site the way it is. Not sure what changes I would want made.
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Yeah, It's been a great site.
On a side note we are doing some experimentation to your old bike 8-)
Dyno results to follow...
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Was just BSing about it with someone tonight. That was a fun project!
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(http://www.oem-cycle.com/forum/download/file.php?id=6518)
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Dang! Now THATS a pipe!!! :lol:
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Hiya KXRiders.com
You asked for some feedback and this way I can kill two birds with one stone, because you also said it would be nice to see some new members. Well, I got a KX500 a month or two back and have already had some of my questions answered here through google. But of course I couldn't then search the site or view some of the pictures.
I'm an English bloke living in Mexico and I asked a guy who has a motorcycle repair shop if he knew of a 2 stroke motorcycle I could buy. I've had everything from Lambrettas to classic Triumphs/Triton etc., but this time round need something (reasonably) easy to work on as I lack tools, money and space. The KX was the first 2 stroke he offered me and it sounded "interesting" so I bought it. I don't ever expect to use anywhere near its potential as I'm in my 50s.
So, that's me. As I say, the site looks perfect for me with a ton of questions to ask although I was a car mechanic back in the early 80s so am not a total naif. You probably won't be overjoyed to hear it's an '87 but I think a lot of, if not the whole engine, has been changed. Jonnie
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Dear Sir, I have read this but am still unable to post the new topic. Would you be able to help me? I'm not sure where it should go exactly either, and believe you might have to "OK" it first.
I can send you my idea via personal message, I have worked that one out and have sent one to a member who might be able to answer some specific questions. Perhaps you could help me make a start. Thank you. Jonnie
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We don't actually have to approve any topics, and if you happen to put it somewhere and we think it might fit better in another section we can move it very easily. If it deals with your bike, I would put it in KX500 original. If it doesn't fit there, and doesn't really fit with any other of the specific sections, just put it in the In General section. Pretty much anything is allowed in there (minus religion and politics). You need to click in to the section but don't click on any specific thread in the section. Once you are in the section, you will see the New Topic button at the top. I circled and arrowed it in this picture. Just click on that, and you're ready to start posting.
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Same, but I used a hi-tech pen.
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Thank you Umberto and Danger4u2 - I pretty much think I've got that. Only way to try it is to do it. I'm an absolute beginner - site and bike - so please have some patience though I know when you read my first topic you'll probably start rolling your eyes.
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First of all I'd like to say thank you for hosting such a great site, whoever that is I'm talking to. Also my particular thanks go to the following: Umberto, Sandblaster and Foxx4Beaver - I think you guys pretty much hold everything together and are also especially generous with advice for new fellers like me. As you know I'm keen to get on but I'm stymied by the fact I live in Mexico. My intention is to wait 4 or 5 months and see if I've made enough money to either get my bike back to the UK, or maybe the States where I could accompany it. I'd be quite happy riding it around from place to place and getting parts and work done on it, starting with alward so I can fit his lighting system. At least I now know why the geezer here sold it to me in the first place!
Here's my question though: Is there a way to go straight to page 108 of KX Original for instance? There's now 214 pages of posts under that heading, and I'd have to press the page no. 54 times to get to page 108 if there isn't!
The other question is would you be kind enough to start new topics? Something along the lines of 86 KX500/87 KX500/88 KX500 or combining them into "Identifying Differences in 86/87/88 Year Model KX500s" since they're similar in some ways, but so different to one another in others, and are different again to 89-04 models. Perhaps other posts could be moved here. I am having to pick through hundreds of pages just to find posts that are relevant to my '87 KX500.
Whilst I'm here I can let you know that I found this thread about identifying my engine "86-88 KX500 Cylinders and valves. Please set me straight." on page 16 of KX Original. There's lots of info and good pics, but I still cannot ID my barrel. I've described it and someone said I probably have an '88 cylinder, but all the pics under this thread say the 86/87 had stickers and the 88 had KIPS casted into it. Mine has KIPS embossed inside a rectangular box, which doesn't match any of the photos. I would imagine that whoever's listening, it would have to be one of the abovementioned names, and you guys are like walking encyclopedias for KX knowledge. Maybe one of you could ID my barrel from the pic I'm posting, there's also the exhaust, any idea what model it's from? I'll start new threads anyway, because it's not just me asking these questions. Thanks in advance.
Once again I'm grateful for all the hard work you must be putting in to keeping this site so useful and informative.
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Hallo again. Hope nobody's getting fed up with all my Qs, but anyway I'm grateful for all the As!
I've left feedback, but want to know if this is the right place to ask questions like how do the "mark read" and "mark unread" buttons work? I guess they're a way to know if you've either read a topic or not, but don't know how to go about it, and what shows up afterwards to tell me if I have or haven't read a topic.
Reason I'm asking is because I've decided I'm here to stay. Only ever subscribed to one other site which was exceptional, but this one's really good as well. It's layout is similar to the one I used 10 years ago or so too.
For guys like me, and I'm sure you know my situation by now, it's a kind of lifeline to keep my interest because I'm stuck and in the most frustrating and off-putting position imaginable, and I can't see any way around it right now. Although like I say, it stokes my interest and give me ideas and plans for the future. I can see why so many come on here and post a few times and disappear though. If my own plans come together it'll all be worth it in the end though. Happy riding!
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You're fine with the questions. I've never used the mark unread. I clicked on it and it took me to I'm Listening page with the Site Feedback at the top.
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Danger4u2 - well, if you're the, or one of the administrators and have never used it, that's good enough for me.
I think I've sussed out the business with my cylinder and exhaust. What I thought was embossed alloy inside the rectangle saying KIPS is a plaque that's been glued on (I think). That's due to the bike being a) indoors, b) bad lighting, c) need new glasses but don't trust opticians here, d) age!
Wouldn't have mattered 20 years ago, I still had 20/20 vision back then, now I'm just an optically challenged, delusional, arthritic geriatric....
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“Getting old ain't for sissies.” Quote from Betty Davis.
https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/845554-getting-old-ain-t-for-sissies
I have to have readers, 1.75 at arms length.
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A "new" or "recent posts" button on the home page.. Clicking it loads all of the posts since you last visit..
Nice site, though I don't spend enough time here, everyone is nice and helpful. Job well done by those overseeing this site.. Thank you.
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umberto has been working behind the scene making things flow.
The guy with the cool bikes. Thanks go to him.
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umberto has been working behind the scene making things flow.
The guy with the cool bikes. Thanks go to him.
It’s my pleasure. I wouldn’t have the bikes I have without all the help I got on here. Plus I owe Danger. He buys lunch when we ride, and it’s good stuff.
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Hi again umberto. this time I've reverted to small case. that's 'cause the anger at losing a really long message (to YOU) because I was timed out, has subsided.
This is my idea:-
YES, it's great to see more than 5000 members, listed over the space of 173 pages,
BUT, it just ain't indicative of how many members there are NOW.
YES, keep those pages for records and information,
BUT, start afresh, with a NEW list of NEW members and EXISTING members AND their KXs,
YES, I can see that it'll be a lot of work for someone, 'cause comments from 2013 from Newbies isn't great,
BUT, all that hard work will be rewarded with a TRUE idea of WHO has WHAT, WHY, WHEN,WHOM, WHICH, HOW
Thanks umberto,
Regards from,
Jonnie the Englishman
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Where is Umberto???
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I appreciate the feedback, but unfortunately I don't own the website to make major changes. Perhaps Danger4U2 would be a better person to send your messages to. He hasn't been by in a while, but I know he monitors the email from the site. 👍👍
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At this time in my life things are upside down. Only time I get to ride now, is to work. Is it fun? Hell yes. 2017 Kawasaki Concours or the 2011 BMW R1200 GSA. Haven't been on the dirt bikes in a few years now. Getting old is NOT for Sissy's.
Mom died a year ago in January. Complications from pneumonia then she came down with Covid. Working on the parents' property to sell. I could go on and on but at some point, I'll be called a cry baby. Everyone has problems, here in Oklahoma we call it life. I have it better than most. I'm happy to have the site up and running. Not much time to do things to the site. I'm working two jobs for the next few months. Monday thru Friday at my main job, Saturday and Sunday at my secondary job. I get to take a day off every now and then. I'll take 10 days off to ride bikes to MotoGP races in Austin this spring and check out Big Bend in the tip of Texas. When I return, I be working 4 days a week thru the summer if all goes well. Thanks to all the members for their contributions of content to the site.
Post script:
I have been starting the bus and keeping up with the batteries. I drive it around the mile section every once in a while. I put fresh diesel in it. I'm getting ready for spring and summer. Thanks again.
Danger
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Dear Umberto,
I keep trying to send you messages, which includes an attachment (photo). None of which ever appears here. I've been trying for a few days now. I used to be in regular contact but have been overseas for a few years (COVID etc.)
Yours sincerely,
Jonathan (streetsleeper)
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streetsleeper, I've looked over your permissions and they are all open. I don't see anything wrong with your account.
I was checking my email before going to bed. I've stayed up late and have an early start in the morning.
I will take a look at things tomorrow night. I'll sent you a P.M.
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An Error Has Occurred!
The upload folder is full. Please try a smaller file and/or contact an administrator.
I am getting this message. Not sure that this'll go either!
streetsleeper
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Dear Danger 4 u 2
That message did actually go.
That means I could try the same message and edit it to include the original message that I've saved in Word.
Sorry for all this grief because I can see that you're now Administering (to the Already Converted!!!!!)
Ciao,
streetsleeeper
Is my keyboard back to normal? YES! - A NumLK problem!
Danger 4u2,
Thank you for taking a look at my permissions - that's kind of you.
I shall be trying to show an attachment. It's a terrible picture, but, it was the day I got my KX back after 4 years in a shed. Nothing's changed (much). The front brake has obviously lost fluid or a seal. She still need a full strip down and rebuild IF I can get the parts. Even Kawasaki in Mexico only go back 30 years with their parts list, on top of which most parts listed that are older than that seem to end (start?) in 1988, and mine, as you know, is an '87.
I see there've been changes on the site, but I'll talk about them another time.
Cheerio for now chaps,
streetsleeper
P.S. My attachment may work as I have reduced its size, but it also says quality is compromised. A piece of advice if I may. FORGET 5G (I took the photo on a 5G phone). You'll never get the hang of your phone because it's like a supercomputer and even the terminology is beyond what can be reasonably expected of someone who wasn't even allowed to use a calculator in his final 'O' Level exams!!!
P.P.S. So sorry, but there's gotta be ONE thing I'm doing wrong. I cannot post attachments. I've a photo, duly resized (725.3KB) but it won't upload from from computer (Word 11). Thanks
P.P.P.S. Okay, this is getting silly. But I just cannot post photos, plus as you can see, I had to go through, "An Error Has Occurred!
The upload folder is full. Please try a smaller file and/or contact an administrator." And back again. I realise this just annoys you (it would me, in any case), but there's one thing I can try. You said you sent me an email. Was this to "fu....@hotmail.co.uk"? or to another address. Sorry, but it's been a long while and I've deleted a few addresses over the years!!!
TTFN
That's British for "Ta Ta For Now"!!!! (I know you may know that me old mucker, but not everyone might). Thanks again. streetsleeper
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Is nobody making comments anymore?
The guy who started this theme/thread was Umberto. One of the really good guys. Are you still around Umberto?
streetsleeper (Jonnie Byford currently in the UK.
I appreciate the feedback, but unfortunately I don't own the website to make major changes. Perhaps Danger4U2 would be a better person to send your messages to. He hasn't been by in a while, but I know he monitors the email from the site. 👍👍
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UMBERTO, IF THIS MESSAGE OF YOURS WAS MEANT FOR ME (streetsleeper aka Jonnie Byford) THEN I AM EXTREMELY GRATEFUL. YOU WERE ALWAYS ONE OF THE MOST HELPFUL/KNOWLEDGEABLE AND COURTEOUS MEMBERS WHO REGULARLY POSTED ON THE SITE. I KNOW WE ARE ALL GETTING OLDER. I AM 62 NEXT IN '24 AND THOUGH I'M SEPARATED FROM THE KX AS WELL AS MY FAMILY BY THE POND AND 10,000 KLICKS, I'M STILL AS KEEN AS MUSTARD!
I WISH YOU ALL THE VERY BEST,
streetsleeper (Jonnie B currently in GB)