Fettling a TLR 200

[phillridge]

Hi Michael

I am also new to the refurbishing of TRLR200s. I have replaced rear shocks, forkseals / wipers, front & rear brake shoes, installed a slow action that tamed the urgency of the Honda and put michelin rubber on. I may get around to the upgrading to the degree Andy has, but at the mo I am enjoying falling off, trying to balance and travelling slow.... It's a hoot, best thing I have got into.

Also Andy is quite modest as one of the reasons for an increase in trials Hondas in Aus (in a small way) is Andy's good recent work.

I have had good experiences with parts purchases from TY Trials UK (http://www.tytrials.co.uk/)

They made me aware of a scam that DHL has of trying to hit you with extra charges after you goods long after your parts have landed, beware of the scond hit for a spurious delivery handling charge. A chgallenge will result in a withdraw by DHL.

All the best phillridge

[Micheal Connor]

My TLR 200 seems to have the wrong kickstarter fitted . Doesn't fit all the way on the spline and won't close to the detent without hitting the exhaust. Anyone lucky enough to have both (200 + 250)on their shed who could have a look at both models? Not the end of the world but details matter.Rattles a bit and blocks the brake pedal a bit.

[Micheal Connor]

Had some spare time this afternoon so got stuck in to some new bar risers.The plan was to go straight up rather than up and towards the rider.Moving them forward a little is no problem with my height.
May have to spend some time linishing some rounded corners on them to make them look better and then a coat of black paint to make them disappear a bit.

[phillridge]

Hi Michael
Sorry for the delay in providing a response on your throttle question. The slow action throttle is called a "domino" removes the touchiness of the Honda action and the possible handful of throttle that the novice does not need. I recall I paid around $20 plus postage, but cannot recall who I purchased it from. A number of suppliers mentioned by others have the throttle, so shopping around is a good practice. When ftting the item be careful to leave the existing throttle cable fitting or butchering until the very last, as I feel you may be able to better utillise the adjustment at the cable end with some careful changes to the Domino to enhance the connectivity. Too many words; just don't jump in, measure twice then sit and look at it before cutting stuff.

[Micheal Connor]

Thanks for that. I have ordered an Amal slow action throttle and cable to suit the TLR. Ordered a new needle and seat as per Andy's info and have a 9T sprocket and cir-clip coming.New front brake cable and one of Andy's TLR bashplates. Waiting for it all to arrive for a big changeover day.

[phillridge]

Glad to hear Andrew's info was helpful. Can you say where you purchased the new carby jets, needle & seat?
Regards
Phillridge

[Micheal Connor]

I bought them from my local Honda dealer who had to order them in which only took a couple of days.The needle includes the needle,clip,retainer and needle tube.Haven't worried about fitting until the throttle arrives and will get both benefits at once.The exhaust has had a little surgery at some stage so I will assess the jetting after fitting these parts.
Gearing is much better with the 9 to 44 combo. in place and figure 8s are achievable now at an idle .

[Micheal Connor]

I have replaced rear shocks, forkseals / wipers, front & rear brake shoes,
phillridge

What rear shocks did you go with Phil? What springs for what weight rider (bit personal)?
Did you use standard Honda brake shoes?