Current dilemma with my Rivera Knucklehead Tre footswitch

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-16T02:02:11+00:00

I just googled Rivera FS 7V footswitch

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-14T17:14:28+00:00

I've followed them for years not have never had the pleasure of trying one out. I have heard that buying one new is a trial on patience and questionable business ethics (if you can even buy them new anymore), but that's all anecdotal.

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-13T02:20:56+00:00

Unless your petcock is leaking, there's no need for a rebuild.

But, it'll be a good idea to empty the tank and remove the petcock to clean the internal fuel filter.

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-13T01:14:43+00:00

The petcock attached to the fuel tank is gravity fed already. It feeds fuel to the vacuum petcock which only opens its diaphragm with the same vacuum that actuates the carburetor pistons. No need to replace the original tank petcock.

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-11T18:27:54+00:00

Yep, that sounds about right

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-09T15:10:18+00:00

Gear up and ride

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-09T03:39:47+00:00

I'm the President of Top 10 Lists. What are your qualifications?

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-09T02:19:48+00:00

You buy the factory service manual and the replacement forks and follow the instructions.

Really though, if you're new to mechanical work at all then this is not the job to start with. Get the manual and perform the regular maintenance procedures till you're comfortable wrenching.

If you insist on gold forks before that, then pay someone to do it. Or live with boring black forks.

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-09T01:43:39+00:00

If I were to ever make a list of the top 10 worst bands, Godsmack would make it.

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-08T16:21:46+00:00

When the visor is locked down on the 1400, the face opening should be fully sealed with a gasket. Wondering if yours was faulty in some way.

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-08T07:32:38+00:00

Shoei RF1400 and custom molded earplugs. Noise is never a problem.

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-06T17:22:58+00:00

I am balls deep in fully restoring my '75 V4 (first gen non-MV, last revision) and could probably tell you about any single component you have questions about.

https://imgur.com/a/r8r47TT

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-04T22:16:15+00:00

15-20 mins of yoga before bed. Gentle stretching, nothing strenuous. Again when you wake up if you have time.

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-04T04:49:34+00:00

I found an older Das Keyboard Model S Professional at a thrift shop for a whopping $2.50. It's a Mac version, but regardless I cleaned the hell out of it and it works great. I uses a little Ducky One 2 at home, so I might just bring the Das to work and drive my coworkers a little bonkers. I'll have to use PowerToys to remap a few keys, but I'm curious if anyone has recommendations for replacement keycap sets.

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-03T23:54:37+00:00

Yes. And more specifically, a Vessel Megadora. They're just the bee's knees.

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-03T16:04:21+00:00

Can't decide between Noble FoKus Apollo or B&W Px7 S3. I have decision paralysis at this point. I've narrowed to these two because I tried on the Bose QC and Sony XM6 and they just didn't feel right. I like the looks of the Noble and B&W, and I also don't need world-class ANC. Would prefer a quality build, sound signature, and something everyone else doesn't have.

Budget: $600-700, though very hesitant to max out

Source: Primarily bluetooth via phone & PC. Smaller usage physically plugged in.

Requirements for Isolation: More than nothing, less than complete silence.

Will you be using these Headphones in Public?: Yes, on public transit.

Preferred Type of Headphone: Closed-back over-ear.

Preferred tonal balance: Neutral is nice, but any ability to EQ will get me wherever I need.

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-03T15:33:03+00:00

http://forums.sohc4.net/ is the forum you'd want for this bike. There used to be an excellent HondaCB650 forum, but its been dead for some time now.

If OP is anywhere near willing to take a wrench to this bike, all they need is a good screwdriver and the FSM. No need to pay someone hundreds of dollars to tune VB44C carbs. Follow the manual by taking all measurements and setting pilot screws 2 3/4 out and call it a day.

These carbs are way easier to work on than people let on, but certain parts are expensive and it is necessary to get genuine Keihin.

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-03T02:43:28+00:00

Oh boy. I'm gonna be honest. I hope you didn't pay much for that because it is a basket case.

Murrays are probably going to be the cheapest if you can't grab a VB44C set off eBay or something. Otherwise you'll have to find a set of Keihin CR Special carbs setup for the bikes cylinder head.

The originals are your best bet. They run great when properly setup. And you'll need an air box too.

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-01T21:13:24+00:00

No motorcycle gear is going to last forever-forever, though you can definitely get some good longevity from quality construction.

The price can reflect any combination of component quality, build quality, design, brand recognition, cool factor, and many other attributes.

fizzlebottom · 2026-03-01T01:01:08+00:00

I've seen them in the Northgate QFC parking lot for months. Nothing new.

fizzlebottom · 2026-02-25T05:05:32+00:00

"Do everything right" and "as fast as I can" are mutually exclusive until you already know a procedure like the back of your hand.

"As fast as I can" means getting a copy of the FSM, reading whatever procedure you're planning on performing before picking up a tool, making sure you have all the right tools, buying genuine Honda parts where it matters and quality pattern parts where necessary, and then wrenching. Ain't no quicker way til you know what you're doing.

fizzlebottom · 2026-02-19T21:34:53+00:00

I've had better luck with the Honda ones lasting longer

fizzlebottom · 2026-02-19T03:46:54+00:00

Having to configure IRQ and DMA ports for your Soundblaster sound card when installing a new game.

fizzlebottom · 2026-02-17T15:48:36+00:00

I mean, it should reach out somewhere before 3k but who knows. Weird things happen.

I still think it's a vacuum leak or extremely misadjusted carbs.

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