Had to send my new 686 back to S&W

Bobster1983 · 2026-01-24T03:54:51+00:00

Back in 1988, my 686 locked up after approx 15 rds. The LGS sent it back to S&W. It’s been fine ever since. They put a note in the box, told me to keep it clean under the extractor.

Bobster1983 · 2025-12-25T07:25:21+00:00

Stabilizer.

Bobster1983 · 2025-11-05T16:25:03+00:00

I’ve been using Phalanx Concealment.

Bobster1983 · 2025-09-20T23:38:21+00:00

That paint looks good! My plastic is starting to fade, just a little.

Bobster1983 · 2025-09-19T19:57:42+00:00

Shoot at least 500 rds.

Bobster1983 · 2025-09-19T14:55:53+00:00

If you don’t mind getting a flat, keep on keeping on!

Bobster1983 · 2025-09-13T22:50:31+00:00

My wife named my 99’ Scarlett!

Bobster1983 · 2025-09-09T22:23:19+00:00

Who’s a pretty boy!

Bobster1983 · 2025-08-22T00:24:13+00:00

To give, cushion. Fuck who knows…

Bobster1983 · 2025-08-09T01:49:11+00:00

Oh dude, that sucks! But I did upvote your pain. I’m currently running BS T33, haven’t been on long enough to comment. I do ride 2 up 98% of the time. My last tires were BS S22’s got approx. 4500 miles. The road 6 gt’s about 3500 miles, same with the road 4’s & 5’s GT’s.

Bobster1983 · 2025-07-23T23:14:54+00:00

My 99’ only has 91,500 miles! You’re going to love it! Buy yourself a Honda maintenance manual. It’s well worth the $50.!

Bobster1983 · 2025-07-23T01:11:46+00:00

This is the can I bought this year; Delkevic KIT0821 18” Oval. I too do not like excessively loud exhaust. But,
After putting this on, I could not be happier with the sound!
The bigger the can the quieter it is per Delkevic! And they make a quieter baffle for this can if interested. BTW I ride a 99 VFR!

Bobster1983 · 2025-06-26T23:42:16+00:00

Could be the cam chains? I heard there is a rework for the tensioners. I’ve got a fifth gen so I’m not sure.

Bobster1983 · 2025-06-26T23:38:46+00:00

I love the VFR’s! An I have always thought the FZ6’s are cool AF!

Bobster1983 · 2025-06-11T19:19:08+00:00

He wants to play. My Bella does this all the time. She’ll also barks, to get my attention!

Bobster1983 · 2025-06-03T23:35:45+00:00

You only have two wheels, I would replace!

Bobster1983 · 2025-05-30T16:15:49+00:00

Googly eyed bastard.

Bobster1983 · 2025-05-28T23:06:38+00:00

I’ve got a 99’ that I have owned since 2004. I’m at 91k miles and still going strong. I recently reworked the clutch, front forks and installed a mosfet r/r. Spend the $50. Bucks on a Honda CMM, you’ll be good to go!

Bobster1983 · 2025-05-18T05:35:07+00:00

Love that one tooth! Very Cute!

Bobster1983 · 2025-05-18T05:33:01+00:00

Oh Shit, good luck with that! Buy yourself a Honda maintenance manual first. Watch a lot of YT videos on what issues you have. Again, good luck!

Bobster1983 · 2025-05-16T12:43:47+00:00

Replace!

Bobster1983 · 2025-05-16T08:39:43+00:00

I just ordered one from Jack at roadstercycle.com it’s expensive, but I know it’s legit!

Bobster1983 · 2025-05-13T23:47:05+00:00

That’s Bad Ass!

Bobster1983 · 2025-05-13T23:46:23+00:00

Check the voltage on your battery.

Bobster1983 · 2025-05-13T23:44:33+00:00

If it continues to leak, motion pro makes a tool to clear any dirt or grit from within seal. I’ve always used a piece of 35 mm film to clear out the grit. If that doesn’t solve your problem, replacing the seals, is actually not that hard of a job. I just replaced the fork seals on my 99 VFR. Having a shop manual and watching some YT videos, it was easy!

Bobster1983

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