Another 3 1/2 Sport to return to the roads - soon

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3potjohn
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Joined: 02 Jun 2007 13:58
Location: Devon

Re: Another 3 1/2 Sport to return to the roads - soon

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I have avoided the stripe issue altogether as mine is just red all over.Audi Laser red most likely.I also agree about indicators.I had originally fitted those mini indicators which run21W bulbs. I was told by someone following me on the motorway that they were difficult to see,so I now run indicators from Vehicle Wiring products,very light weight but back to as far as I can recall 9W bulbs. I have the originals but they are comparatively heavy and rare,also a rear mounting needed re-welding when I got he bike. john
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Daddy Dom
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Joined: 16 Nov 2006 19:48
Location: Auckland, New Zealand

Re: Another 3 1/2 Sport to return to the roads - soon

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A simple tip with indicators learned after seeing photos of countless restorations with their indicators pointing skywards:

1. Turn them on and walk away from your bike about 10 metres.
2. Stoop so you are car-driver height.
3. Loosen then twist each indicator head so the reflector is in the sweet spot, ie, its brightest angle.
4. Go back and check it's at its brightest.
5. Live longer.
MRC 3082½
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