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by airhead83
Sat Nov 20, 2021 8:38 am
Forum: PCX Technical Help
Topic: Battery Drained after 3 days of non use
Replies: 17
Views: 3771

Re: Battery Drained after 3 days of non use

It's possible you have something draining the battery, like a stuck brake lamp switch or something. In that case, you may need to trace the circuit. But the easiest and 1st thing I'd recommend is the battery. Modern batteries are extremely efficient and dependable.. But I've had new replacements tha...
by airhead83
Sun Oct 31, 2021 7:03 am
Forum: PCX General
Topic: Does my bike need an annual service if it's only done 1,500 miles?
Replies: 9
Views: 3091

Re: Does my bike need an annual service if it's only done 1,500 miles?

I've never taken my bikes to my Dealer to do a simple service (not even the 1st service when they're new). Your owners manual should give a guideline as to what needs attention, just follow it. The exception to following 'by the book' (for me) is how soon/often the mfg. recommends "Valve Adjust...
by airhead83
Sat Oct 09, 2021 7:14 am
Forum: Forza Technical Help
Topic: Spark plug
Replies: 9
Views: 1964

Re: Spark plug

Still waiting on the cancer results. I am in pain most days but Fuck Cancer. I installed the iridium spark plug today. I doubt if I can keep the Forza going for another 100,000 km but I bet the spark plug will still be useable from what I have read. So it will probably be MY last spark plug for the...
by airhead83
Sat Oct 02, 2021 7:16 am
Forum: PCX General
Topic: new tires
Replies: 15
Views: 1980

Re: new tires

i rode the bike there with the old tires still mounted my son followed me in a car and rode me home the new tires were in the car Sorry for the on-and-on banter, but what you paid is unusually low price for my area. I've been quoted $50 per wheel just to dismount and mount a tire... that's bringing...
by airhead83
Fri Oct 01, 2021 11:59 am
Forum: Forza Technical Help
Topic: Spark plug
Replies: 9
Views: 1964

Re: Spark plug

davenowherejones .. That's a lot of miles on a bike, and a lot of seat time to get it there. I have 5 years on you, and while we're not young pups anymore... maybe we still have enough miles left on us for you to wear out that spark plug, and me another set or 2 of tires... We'll hope so. Fingers cr...
by airhead83
Tue Sep 28, 2021 8:04 am
Forum: PCX General
Topic: new tires
Replies: 15
Views: 1980

Re: new tires

he took them off the machine took the old tires off and mounted and installed the new tires Thanks, my question was did you ride the bike to his shop, and he remove the wheel assemblies from the bike and re-install them after changing the tires? Or, did you carry the front and rear wheels/tires to ...
by airhead83
Mon Sep 27, 2021 12:46 pm
Forum: PCX General
Topic: new tires
Replies: 15
Views: 1980

Re: new tires

big bear wrote: Sun Sep 26, 2021 8:40 pm got the tires mounted on thursday charged me 71 dollars to mount them
Mounting tires vary so much depending on location... Was that cost for just mounting 2 tires, or both wheels removed, tires changed, and re-installing wheels?
by airhead83
Fri Sep 17, 2021 7:11 am
Forum: Forza How-To
Topic: How-To: Gear Oil Change & Belt Filter Clean
Replies: 25
Views: 15037

Re: How-To: Gear Oil Change & Belt Filter Clean

Thanks for that perspective. In years past, I got wrapped up with the idea of needing to clean, sanitize, and micro-measure everything I was working on. Not so much anymore. I still service and replace things like filters, fluids, and tires before they're scheduled. But, not worrying about the small...
by airhead83
Sat Sep 11, 2021 7:14 am
Forum: PCX Technical Help
Topic: 2021 pcx oil drain bolt torque specs
Replies: 4
Views: 2928

Re: 2021 pcx oil drain bolt torque specs

Congrats on the new bike. If it came with an owners manual, the torque specs should be listed along with a 'how to change the oil' section.
by airhead83
Sat Sep 11, 2021 7:04 am
Forum: PCX Technical Help
Topic: connecting wires for heated grips
Replies: 3
Views: 821

Re: connecting wires for heated grips

Some brands are wired directly to the battery and have an electronic controller that automatically shuts off the heated grips if you forget and leave them on by sensing the inactivity in voltage on the bike. If you haven't already purchased your grips, check out "Oxford" heated grips.. the...
by airhead83
Wed Sep 08, 2021 8:36 am
Forum: PCX Technical Help
Topic: Any brake bleeder/bleeding kit to recommend?
Replies: 1
Views: 333

Re: Any brake bleeder/bleeding kit to recommend?

If you have access to a home air compressor, Harbor Freight has several available. If not, IMO, "speed bleeders" are the easiest way to make bleeding brakes a one-person job. I have a short video attached for description. Several brands can be found from various vendors. https://www.bing.c...
by airhead83
Mon Sep 06, 2021 4:30 pm
Forum: Forza Technical Help
Topic: Drive belt age (maintenance)
Replies: 28
Views: 5001

Re: Drive belt age (maintenance)

Here's another vendor . I think I have the schematic up for a 2013 PCX, drive belt. Shows available, 'ships in 1-2 weeks'. Free shipping over $39.99.. which this is not. If you're in a real hurry, you may need to call customer service to verify the time until shipped... although, with things being a...
by airhead83
Mon Sep 06, 2021 6:40 am
Forum: PCX General
Topic: Scooter 1000
Replies: 10
Views: 2466

Re: Scooter 1000

Awesome. I'll underscore the rider's quality and toughness to accomplish the ride.
by airhead83
Sat Sep 04, 2021 7:10 am
Forum: PCX General
Topic: Hello Newbies! We're Glad You Found Us!
Replies: 177
Views: 1541939

Re: Hello Newbies! We're Glad You Found Us!

Greetings . New here, but not to the riding community. Old guy from the US, that wants to gather information on the PCX before jumping in with my wallet. First and foremost question...2020 or 2021? versions, since both are still available. Thanks in advanced for letting me use your Forum to gather ...