SSR Pacifica 150 headlight bulb question By dannytroy (Read 3,415 times)

[jerryscript]

Feb 12, 2015 23:58:11 GMT -6 Bashan said:

What's your tire size Jerry? I found 16" tires all over the place when I needed a rear for the SYM. It was a 140/70-16.

Rear is 120/90-16, but I'm not ready to get new rubber right away. I'll ride on these for at least a couple of months, plan on new rubber for the summer.

[dannytroy]

I did wind up getting a new windshield. Another YY250T windshield, adapted to fit the SSR. This time I was very careful, so no cracks while installing. I'm getting ready for another trip to the Keys. This time I'll be staying at Key West, so no long highway rides to get to civilization. The RV will remain parked and the Pacifica will be my main mode of transportation. It should get a good workout on this trip. The weather in NY hasn't been at all good for scootering!

I bought a TMPS (tire pressure monitor system) for the RV.  I got two extra sensors, so I put two on the scooter.  Now I can tell the tire pressure in my scooter, while driving the RV.  Pretty cool!

[jerryscript]

Funny, it's about the time I'm planning on removing my windshield for the summer. Living in Vegas, the cooling breeze on your body is worth the beating!

I am having a slow leak problem with my rear tire, I have to pump it up every other day. I haven't taken the time to dip it and see if it's the stem, bead, or rubber. I plan on getting new tires once summer gets here, so I'll probably just limp through the next couple of months pumping it up every other day. No issues with the front tire, but the front master cylinder has a leaking plunger, haven't decided if I want to rebuild it or replace it.

[cyborg]

Which bike Jerry?,,, you got a few

[jct842]

Mar 19, 2015 19:07:37 GMT -6 jerryscript said:

I am having a slow leak problem with my rear tire, I have to pump it up every other day. I haven't taken the time to dip it and see if it's the stem, bead, or rubber. I plan on getting new tires once summer gets here, so I'll probably just limp through the next couple of months pumping it up every other day. No issues with the front tire, but the front master cylinder has a leaking plunger, haven't decided if I want to rebuild it or replace it.

get a windex bottle put warm water + dawn dish soap in it and spray the wheel and tire.

works every time. Tiny bubbles.......Guitarman should know that song, he lives in Hi.

[dannytroy]

Mar 19, 2015 21:57:12 GMT -6 jct842 said:

Mar 19, 2015 19:07:37 GMT -6 jerryscript said:

I am having a slow leak problem with my rear tire, I have to pump it up every other day. I haven't taken the time to dip it and see if it's the stem, bead, or rubber. I plan on getting new tires once summer gets here, so I'll probably just limp through the next couple of months pumping it up every other day. No issues with the front tire, but the front master cylinder has a leaking plunger, haven't decided if I want to rebuild it or replace it.

get a windex bottle put warm water + dawn dish soap in it and spray the wheel and tire.

works every time. Tiny bubbles.......Guitarman should know that song, he lives in Hi.

Yes, that's what I do, but use Fantastic instead.  Almost always will find the leak.  On a bike, if you can get the wheel high enough, a large pan with water would work too.  Spin the tire until you see bubbles.

I'm sure I did a motorcycle tire replacement years ago, but I know for a fact I never did a scooter tire replacement.   I just hope I sell it before it needs tires.  With the amount of miles I put on that won't be a problem.  I just sold my YY250T with 750 miles on it, and the TaoTao 50 I recently sold had similar mileage.  Not real scooter friendly riding around here in NY, and the potholes after the bad winter makes avoiding them a challenge.

[cyborg]

Geez Troy you just got the thing in january,,,and you're already talking selling it?

[jerryscript]

I have an old kiddie pool we let the dogs use in the summer. I usually just fill it up with water, then dip the tire in and spin it slowly till I find the leak. I've just been real busy with my new job, I'll get around to it on my next days off hopefully.

[Guitarman]

The momentary high beam is called "Flash to Pass". It's how you alert the cage in front of you that you're moving over and will be passing.

[dannytroy]

Mar 20, 2015 8:35:01 GMT -6 cyborg said:

Geez Troy you just got the thing in january,,,and you're already talking selling it?

Are you making me an offer?   Just kidding.  Hopefully I will hang on to this one a while.  I did have a Puch moped for 12 years, many years ago.   The Pacifica could be a keeper too!

BTW, I rebuilt the seat with some padding I had available.  Three layers, each with a different hardness.  Better than stock, but not ideal, which it will never be.  There isn't enough space for the proper padding, as the seat frame is too close to the seat surface, exactly where you need it thick.  Still, the way it is now, it won't bottom out so easily when hitting a bump or pothole.

[jerryscript]

Mar 21, 2015 7:53:25 GMT -6 dannytroy said:

Mar 20, 2015 8:35:01 GMT -6 cyborg said:

Geez Troy you just got the thing in january,,,and you're already talking selling it?

Are you making me an offer?   Just kidding.  Hopefully I will hang on to this one a while.  I did have a Puch moped for 12 years, many years ago.   The Pacifica could be a keeper too!

BTW, I rebuilt the seat with some padding I had available.  Three layers, each with a different hardness.  Better than stock, but not ideal, which it will never be.  There isn't enough space for the proper padding, as the seat frame is too close to the seat surface, exactly where you need it thick.  Still, the way it is now, it won't bottom out so easily when hitting a bump or pothole.

I've been considering a seat mod myself. It's fine for my daily commute, but longer rides on my days off can get a bit uncomfortable!

[dannytroy]

It's a tough call. I used gel in the last three scooters, but didn't have it on hand for this upgrade. There isn't much space for foam, along with gel on this seat, so using gel may not even be the best route. Rebond foam is very good, and the foam I used has similar properties. You can get it in Home Depot, where they sell it for carpet padding. You will have to double or triple it up. Still, like I said, the finished product won't be anything magical, compared to the stock seat. Ideally, the whole seat structure needs rebuilding, but that's a major undertaking I'm not about to mess with. One reason I upgrade the seats, is that I get neck pain after riding a short time. Very likely due to the weight of my helmet (required in NY!). I just bought a lighter half helmet, and I'll try it out in Key West. The larger wheels, upgraded seat, and light helmet might just be the ticket. We'll see.

[dannytroy]

Off topic from my original post, but I just added saddlebags, considering the lack of storage under the seat.  Got them for $38.00 last week, but I see they went up a few bucks.  Very nice fit, after some alterations.  Great deal for the money.
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I also had to brace the instrument panel.   With the higher windshield, catching more wind, the whole panel was moving at every bump in the road.  Since the windshield is attached to this assembly, the windshield was doing a lot of shaking also.  Took a look and found the panel is held on by two small rods, extending from the handlebars.  I added two 1/4" steel bars, held on by hose clamps, extending from the handlebar to the rod just behind where the windshield mounts.  Nothing shows after the plastic shroud is put back on, and it's rock solid now.  I doubled up on the hose clamps, so it should be a good permanent fix.

[cyborg]

Great idea!! and for like no money!! THE BEST!!!

[jct842]

On my majesty I tore off the seat cover and covered the foam with the chopped stuff used for carpet padding except it was 1 1/2" thick so I glued it in place with spray glue. Electric knife to contour it. Using a heat gun I stretched the OEM cover back and there was just enough to staple it back. The seam is starting to give so I will be making a new cover soon.

Any time your knees are higher than your butt you are going to have comfort problems and mine are pretty well level now.

To redo a seat is pretty easy, if you need sewing there more of a problem but not impossible.