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Discussion in 'New Members Say Gday' started by StarletRick, Sep 11, 2017.

  1. StarletRick

    StarletRick Active Member

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    Morning guys,

    Been lurking about here for a few weeks trying to get some info before buying my '92 ZXR250C and thought it’s time to say hello how that I have one!

    The bike was a bit of a fixer-upper and needed a bit of love (exhaust needs replacing, fairings need fixing, dented tank, etc) but they are so rare in the UK I took a punt and bought it anyway.

    List of issues/problems is growing, but all seem fixable. The only big issue I have is a snapped off pilot screw in the carb from the previous owner.. (anyone have any ideas on this as replacing the carbs seems unlikely as I doubt I’ll be able to find them!)

    Anyway, hopefully I’ll be welcome here and look forward to learning as much as I can about these awesome little bikes!

    Rick.
     
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    my67xr Bike Enthusiast Staff Member Premium Member Contributing Member

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  3. maelstrom

    maelstrom LiteTek Staff Member Premium Member 250cc Vendor Contributing Member

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    Get in touch with Matt Harper http://www.harpers-ultrasonic.com/
    He is in Cheshire.
    Just putting the carb in the ultrasonic cleaning tank may make it easier to get it out. He also does lots of problem carbs.
     
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  4. StarletRick

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    Thanks for that, I'll get onto him.

    I've ordered a set of your seals actually, i hadn't realised you were an active member on here!
     
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    Murdo The Good Doctor Staff Member Contributing Member Ride and Events Crew

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    Andych Moderator Staff Member Premium Member Contributing Member Dirty Wheel Club

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    Welcome Rick, dragging old bikes - and cars - back from the brink of the wreckers is a good hobby. Good luck with your bike mate.
     
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