most recent 30 from http://bikebuffs.com 2010-07-30T12:32:28Z http://bikebuffs.com/feeds/user/64 http://www.creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc/2.5/rdf http://bikebuffs.com/questions/51/what-octane-gas-does-a-suzuki-c50-need/159#159 ww4cash 2010-02-05T19:11:07Z 2010-02-05T19:11:07Z

<p>An interesting aside to this topic. I was changing the plugs, and found they were fouled, so they would not back out. The threads go past the head in the combustion chamber, so they get carbon on the treads. This is evidenced by being able to easily back out the plugs a few turns, then the gall up. If this happens, tighten them back up, and get some RTX (I think this is the name). It is a very small bottle, in the chemical isle, that will remove carbon. I am told that Chevrolet makes something like that also. Ask at the autoparts counter, they can help you find it. The bottle is very small and has red, yellow and black on it. With a full tank, put about a table spoon in the gas. Don't get any on the paint. Run that tank of gas out, and try to get the plugs out then. It should be easy now. DO NOT FORCE THE PLUGS OUT.</p>

http://bikebuffs.com/questions/52/what-is-a-brighter-replacement-headlight-bulb-for-a-suzuki-c50/158#158 ww4cash 2010-02-05T19:02:58Z 2010-02-05T19:02:58Z

<p>Take the old bulb out, do not touch the glass. Take it to an auto parts store, and pick out one that matches the base that you like. They are not proprietary.</p>

http://bikebuffs.com/questions/45/how-do-i-change-the-oil-in-my-suzuki-c50/157#157 ww4cash 2010-02-05T19:01:30Z 2010-02-05T19:01:30Z

<p>Excellent. If the bike leaks oil, guess where it ends up. On the rear tire. I can tell you that is no fun. Make sure the old gasket, as above, is on the old filter, and not stuck to the engine. So be sure you have no leaks. Run it in place and check it after it is warmed up. It takes roughly 3.5 quarts. Because the clutch plates are in the oil, make sure you use oil recommended for your motorcycle. Some harleys are dry clutches, as are some Dukati's. This is very important you use the right oil. The dark stuff in the oil is mostly from the clutch, so don't freak out. Also, be sure and take some used oil and wipe it on the gasket on the new oil filter. Tighten it, but do not over tighten it.</p>

http://bikebuffs.com/questions/49/how-do-i-adjust-the-clutch-on-a-suzuki-c50/156#156 ww4cash 2010-02-05T18:54:56Z 2010-02-05T18:54:56Z

<p>You have to do two things, one, make sure there is some "play" in the clutch lever. Second, remove the cover on the left side. There is a rod with threads and a nut. There should be play in this also. If it is tight, your problem may be in the push rod, not in the clutch lever on the handlebar. Both are easy to do. The rod should just have a little play. If it doesn't, the effect is the clutch plates do not contact each other fully, causing the clutch to slip. If the clutch lever returns all the way (no play) then that can cause the clutch to slip also. Do the push rod first, with slack in the clutch lever, then do the clutch lever. The clutch lever should have about 3/4 inch play at the outer end of the lever.</p>

http://bikebuffs.com/questions/66/what-is-the-recommended-tire-pressure-for-a-suzuki-c50/154#154 ww4cash 2010-02-05T18:47:45Z 2010-02-05T18:47:45Z

<p>The bike says 29Front, 36Rear, but my experience has been that they do not hold well in the curves and rough road is a teeth jarrer. I would run the bike mfg pressure on new tires of any brand until you get 100-200 miles on them, then run them up 2 pounds, and test them on curvy roads. I think you will find they are better. Then up them 2 more pounds each, and get the tires hot on curvy roads again. Stop when you like the feel. Do not go over the max pressure listed on the tires (usually 40-42 pounds, depending on manufacturer. I ride in a windy area, and the bike would lean way under (top toward the wind) with the bike mfg tire pressures. This dissapeared when I inflated above the bike mfg tire pressure. The sloppyness was dangerous at the tire mfg pressures.</p>