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Post by mikedeb on Nov 14, 2005 11:26:04 GMT -5
It seems that over the last couple of years, aftermarket parts availability for the SR500 here in the US has dwindled somewhat. Over the summer I tried getting parts from KEDO but found that they no longer ship to the US and Canada (for insurance reasons so they say). And, I've read that Thumperstuff may be out of business. Is this true? Also, as of October 12, 2005, EVA is no longer selling aftermarket parts for the SR500 (as noted on their website). And White Brothers no longer makes or sells any parts for the SR500 (nor any other street motorcycle).
Does anybody have any contacts for aftermarket parts such as performance headpipes, carburetor kits, rearsets, etc., that will ship to the US? And please don't recommend Over Racing; their exhaust systems are too modern and their rearsets are outrageously expensive.
It's sad that here in the US we have a very difficult time finding all the cool stuff for these bikes.
Thanks
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Post by StewRoss on Nov 14, 2005 13:57:05 GMT -5
Hi, yes it can be difficult, especially as it can be complicated to get parts out of Japan.
Try a new business here in Aus for help. They are called Deus and they're website is: deusexmachina.com.au.
They bring in Daytona and other stuff at reasonable prices.
SR
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Post by hopwheels on Nov 15, 2005 0:57:31 GMT -5
Hi Mike: Being here in the US, I couldn't agree with you more! Here's a few places I've found. I've bought from Sudco, Web-Cam and Spec II (Spec II has rearsets listed on their site for $149!!! However, after calling and ordering them, the owner realized he hadn't updated the price and wouldn't honor the $149. But did go $250, which is still GREAT if you ask me. His mount on the stock footpeg mounts and are available for rear drum or disc. I'm anxiously awaiting their arrival. BTW, if you order from him tell him Gary, the guy who bugged him to dig out his old jig for the SR rearsets referred you, btw his name is Gary also). Good luck and keep us updated! www.specii.com/index2.htmlwww.powroll.com/P_YAMAHA_TTXTSR500.htmwww.sudco.com/omarsdtr.com/exhaust10a.htmlwww.webcamshafts.com/www.mikesxs.com/(Yes its a XS650 site, but a lot of the parts, forks, trees, calipers, etc. et al, bolt right up to the SR) There's also a company in Anaheim, CA that keeps running White Bros. SR head pipe auctions on eBay. Like they bought a bunch of old stock. I've kept my eye on 4 or 5, so who know how many they have. I won one. Its nice. Here's a current auction (sorry for the live link if anyone is offended) cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/White-Brothers-Oversize-Headpipe-for-YamahaSR500_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ35596QQitemZ4590432403QQrdZ1(If the link doesn't work try a search on eBay motors for White Brothers Oversize Headpipe) Also try... www.oldbikebarn.comI probably have more. I'll scrounge through my bookmarks and check. I've had to go to eBay for a lot though. Good luck Mike! Gary Hopwheels |
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Post by mikedeb on Nov 15, 2005 14:44:43 GMT -5
Thanks for the info Stew & Gary.
Gary - Let us know how the rearsets turn out from Spec II. I saw them on their website the other day and figured the prices were old. The rearsets that I really wanted were the classic ones from KEDO but as I said earlier, they no longer sell or ship to the US. KEDO also has a really nice stainless headpipe but it is also out of reach.
I've dealt with Mike's XS650 before when I did a petcock conversion to an XS750 Triple (not a very good motorcycle) to eliminate the dreaded leaky petcock problem. He was great to deal with. I figured I go back for another petcock for the SR along with one of his front brake master cylinders.
As far as the rearsets go, if I have to, I can get the Tarozzi adaptable set and fabricate hangers, etc., for them.
There are several overseas sites for the headpipe and if it comes down to it I could probably get one from BSM (courtesy of David Silver Spares).
The carb is going to be a different issue. I'm real happy with the FCRs on my Ducati Supersport so may go with one of those. But the Mikuni VM is a tried and true conversion. It's just a matter of putting together a kit for it if I go that way (unless Thumperstuff is still in business and selling them).
Anyway, chat with you guys later.
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Post by sjef on Nov 15, 2005 17:43:55 GMT -5
Also, as of October 12, 2005, EVA is no longer selling aftermarket parts for the SR500 (as noted on their website). Evamotor takes daytona orders till 10 december In the netherlands 10-12-2005 means 10 dec 2005 it is nice to see Deus steps in. best regards sjef |
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Post by mikedeb on Nov 16, 2005 12:06:27 GMT -5
Evamotor takes daytona orders till 10 december In the netherlands 10-12-2005 means 10 dec 2005 it is nice to see Deus steps in. best regards sjef Doh! I'm bad. I forgot the rest of the world does the date thing the correct way. ;D |
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Post by rafaelg on Nov 16, 2005 13:54:58 GMT -5
Hello to all, like they are?
I need to obtain a carburetor for the SR500 model 78, or where I can obtain spare of the one that have.
If someone knows where to buy one or the pieces, please writte me por favor digamne what happens is that to my SR I have one adapted that belongs to the TT500
the one that have at present the problem gives me that carries the gasoline to the camara of combustion and that causes that me start not fast
If someone knows anything secret to be able repar my carburetor please send me to say I strain I repair it.
thanks by its aid attentively
Rafael Godinez of Guatemala
PD. I no speak eng, but i can read it.
Very Thanks Rafael
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Post by rafaelg on Nov 29, 2005 13:32:52 GMT -5
 :'(hello friends, as goes them? Them story that my motorcycle yamaha sr500 itself sick. Al carry it mecanico and told me that the plant electrica (ignicion start plant) itself damage. I have sought the replacement in the agency, and there is not do neither there is in the workshops of reparacion of motorcycles. Therefore I have determined to ask aid to you, so that they help me to locate the replacement of my SR500, since for my serious very sad one to leave abandoned my wanted motorcycle of the 78. you are the only solution that I have to repair it, since you are but near the direct importers. already seek in ebay and there is not what I seek. Please if they know about any place where I can locate my replacement tell me. thanks by its time and by its aid. attentively Rafael Godinez of Guatemala
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Post by mikedeb on Nov 29, 2005 15:48:02 GMT -5
Hello Rafael, You should be able to obtain replacement parts from a Yamaha dealer as these bikes were still in production as of a couple years ago. The SR400 is still in production. If you have trouble with your dealer then you can try Kedo. They'll ship to your country and they have a lot of parts for the SR500. Here's their link. www.kedo.com/Hope this helps. |
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Post by rafaelg on Nov 29, 2005 16:09:23 GMT -5
Thanks mike I sought in kedo to see if I am lucky to find my replacement. I thank you a lot of. greetings of Guatemala RafaelG  |
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Post by manxman on Dec 27, 2005 1:12:59 GMT -5
Gary (hopwheels), did you ever get the rearsets from SpecII? If so, how do they look? Have you installed them yet?
Thanks,
Dave
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