ApriliaForum sponsored by AF1 Racing, inc. - RST1000 Futura (all years) http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/ en Wed, 19 Jun 2013 00:06:54 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/images/misc/rss.png ApriliaForum sponsored by AF1 Racing, inc. - RST1000 Futura (all years) http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/ Blinker Switch http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272881-Blinker-Switch&goto=newpost Mon, 17 Jun 2013 14:35:41 GMT Morning all One thing going for another....Just replace my sprocket and chain and flush radiator....everything good until I m test ride it Found out out of the blue the switch for right side blinker is not working.....:worship: Have no clue what so ever, anyone come with this issue before, do I... Morning all
One thing going for another....Just replace my sprocket and chain and flush radiator....everything good until I m test ride it
Found out out of the blue the switch for right side blinker is not working.....:worship:
Have no clue what so ever, anyone come with this issue before, do I have to replace the whole thing or is there any pin or spring I can fix it
It look like spring and pin been either push away from their place...
Look forward for advise, thank s in advance ]]> RST1000 Futura (all years) pottie http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272881-Blinker-Switch Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa II http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272788-Pirelli-Diablo-Supercorsa-II&goto=newpost Sat, 15 Jun 2013 21:51:31 GMT Hi guys. Did anyone ever try some extra super duper hypersport tires on a Fut? do they work? :D I know, Im too drunk, but still... idea? Hi guys.

Did anyone ever try some extra super duper hypersport tires on a Fut? do they work? :D

I know, Im too drunk, but still... idea? ]]> RST1000 Futura (all years) Dr_Jakob http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272788-Pirelli-Diablo-Supercorsa-II Rear brake question http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272693-Rear-brake-question&goto=newpost Fri, 14 Jun 2013 11:21:38 GMT How does this spring (#6) fit in the rear brake caliper? Does it go in the front or rear inside the caliper? Popped off when removing the caliper and I didn't notice which section it came from.

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]]> RST1000 Futura (all years) comleader http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272693-Rear-brake-question Anyone fitted Mille or Tuono switches? http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272616-Anyone-fitted-Mille-or-Tuono-switches&goto=newpost Thu, 13 Jun 2013 15:45:30 GMT I really can't stand the stock switches on my Futura plus they are old and faded. Just curious if anyone had put on the handlebar switches from a Tuono or Mille and what to look out for. ]]> RST1000 Futura (all years) mille-ryan http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272616-Anyone-fitted-Mille-or-Tuono-switches Switch gear hitting the tank http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272574-Switch-gear-hitting-the-tank&goto=newpost Wed, 12 Jun 2013 20:34:32 GMT Just curious if this is a common thing or if the tank on my bike has swollen massively. Before I get to full lock in either direction, the switch group will contact the tank. The bike has stock bars and triples so it's not a mille/tuono/falco front end swap issue. Had the tank off the other day and when I put it back down it didn't line up perfectly with the mount holes but it wasn't terribly far off either, basically I was able to get the bolts back in with just a little angling to get them started in the holes then a pull back to get them straight and they threaded right in. Steering stops are installed on the lower triple and they don't look worn or damaged at all, neither do the frame stops as far as I can tell. It's not really that huge a deal for now since the thing badly needs to be repainted so i don't care about a little contact messing things up but once I do have it refreshed I don't want to end up with scuffs or scratches every time I need to turn the thing around in a tight spot. ]]> RST1000 Futura (all years) soofle616 http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272574-Switch-gear-hitting-the-tank Caponord Luggage Rack fit Futura? http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272521-Caponord-Luggage-Rack-fit-Futura&goto=newpost Wed, 12 Jun 2013 02:25:19 GMT Hi, Im looking to add a trunk to my futura to accomodate the girl and some extra camping equipment. Does anyone know if the luggage rack/ cover from a caponord will fit a Futura? Something like this? http://www.af1racing.com/store/scripts/prodView.asp?idproduct=6518 Hi, Im looking to add a trunk to my futura to accomodate the girl and some extra camping equipment. Does anyone know if the luggage rack/ cover from a caponord will fit a Futura?

Something like this?

http://www.af1racing.com/store/scrip...idproduct=6518 ]]> RST1000 Futura (all years) wiesep23 http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272521-Caponord-Luggage-Rack-fit-Futura Does your cush hub get warm? http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272492-Does-your-cush-hub-get-warm&goto=newpost Tue, 11 Jun 2013 14:58:38 GMT So after assembling the kingbearing/axle and taking the bike for a ride, I have noticed that the cush hub is very warm. I can keep my hand on it, so its not burning hot, but I dont have a number yet. This is after riding easy for about 25miles at moderate and interstate speeds, but not full go.... So after assembling the kingbearing/axle and taking the bike for a ride, I have noticed that the cush hub is very warm. I can keep my hand on it, so its not burning hot, but I dont have a number yet.

This is after riding easy for about 25miles at moderate and interstate speeds, but not full go.

I checked the rear disc and it was cooler to the touch but still warm probably due to some braking.

Also, the wheel was warmer in the middle of the wheel but not as warm as the cush.

What might cause this? Chain too tight? I've adjusted to allow 25mm slack while on centerstand.

Has anyone else noticed this?

I'll be taking another ride this afternoon with an infared laser thermometer to get some number. ]]> RST1000 Futura (all years) thesprocket26 http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272492-Does-your-cush-hub-get-warm Lubricating Futura king bearing http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272422-Lubricating-Futura-king-bearing&goto=newpost Mon, 10 Jun 2013 14:30:32 GMT I am unclear as to what I'm supposed to lubricate when I remove the rear wheel. Do I remove the entire assembly and lube the spline side? If so, the bush in the toolkit does not fit the hole on the drive side. What is used to break it loose? Am I missing a bush in the toolkit? ]]> RST1000 Futura (all years) comleader http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272422-Lubricating-Futura-king-bearing Futura chain adjustment http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272393-Futura-chain-adjustment&goto=newpost Mon, 10 Jun 2013 07:30:36 GMT Is there a state secret on how to adjust the Futura chain? I read the manual and used the pin wrench (developed by a pin head BTW) and I can't move the adjusting wheel, not that the wrench helps at all. The two bolts are completely loose.

I tried moving it with a drift, and even that doesn't move it much, plus I am concerned it will deform the detents on the adjusting wheel. ]]> RST1000 Futura (all years) comleader http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272393-Futura-chain-adjustment Newer/Older Futura BIG dilemma. http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272369-Newer-Older-Futura-BIG-dilemma&goto=newpost Sun, 09 Jun 2013 20:17:08 GMT Hi guys. Me again.

I'm in a HUUUUGE dilemma. My Futka :lover: has just done over 100.000kms and is 2001. I love her to bits. I bought it at 2007 when she has 16.500kms. I must say that it's the best bike evah. But the years and the kilometers start to show. Right now I'm looking at a pretty hefty sum of money to be spent on her. Sometime in the near future I will need to change the king bearing, the rear shock, the clutch basket(a priority) , new/used master cilinder for the rear brake(also a priority), a new paintjob would be lovely, too. Put everything together and ... well, it's a lot of money. And as far as I know, I'm not Gates's son...

On the other hand I just saw 2 ads for used Futuras with around 30.000kms, one is 2002 and one is 2005. Both are silver, like mine and both have a list price of around 3000€.

So, my dilemma is:

Should I spend a hefty amount of money on my Futura

or

should I get a newer one, strip my bike of goodies(Full BEF, Ricks regulator, huge battery), bolt them on the newer one and sell the old one at a used parts dealer? The price difference, as I can sum um, is ... well, almost non existent.

Is that just plain wrong, changing her for her age? It almost feels like I'm thinking of cheating on her...
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My bike also has a voltmeter and heated grips, but that's just around 120€ for both, I would probably buy new ones for the newer Futura, so it's not an issue.

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New Wilbers rear shock and a used front end from RSV Mille are an option with both ideas. ]]> RST1000 Futura (all years) Dr_Jakob http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272369-Newer-Older-Futura-BIG-dilemma Used clutch basket question http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272366-Used-clutch-basket-question&goto=newpost Sun, 09 Jun 2013 19:02:24 GMT Hi guys. My service guy told me long ago that my clutch basket is worn and that I need to replace it sometime in the future. And that the bolt, holding the clutch has come undone. From then on I did 30.000kms and now the vibrations are begining to make my feet hurt (excessive vibration... Hi guys.

My service guy told me long ago that my clutch basket is worn and that I need to replace it sometime in the future. And that the bolt, holding the clutch has come undone.

From then on I did 30.000kms and now the vibrations are begining to make my feet hurt (excessive vibration syndrome). So I decided to change the whole damn thing.

2 years ago I bought a set of clutch plates from a guy for 1/3 of the price, still have them packed in the garage, so that's one thing I don't have to buy.

So, my question is: is it possible/smart/normal to get a used low mileage RSV Mille clutch basket or must I get a brand spanking new unit? I heard they cost A LOT.

And second: Can I replace the thing myself with just basic tools and know-how? I have an oil chance in plan sometime in the near future, I could kill 2 birds with one fix.

And Third: What price do you thing is okay for a complete used clutch basket with bolts and springs and all?

4th: Do I need some extra stuff, some seals? Or ?

Thanx

p.s. The bike has done 102.000kms. ]]> RST1000 Futura (all years) Dr_Jakob http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272366-Used-clutch-basket-question <![CDATA[won' start]]> http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272359-won-start&goto=newpost Sun, 09 Jun 2013 17:41:11 GMT 2003 Futura. Look in the cylinders and no fuel, it starts right away with a squirt of wd 40 I have fuel and pressure up to the fuel regulator. Thinking maybe varnished up in injector holes but not likely. . Any help will help. Murdock 2003 Futura. Look in the cylinders and no fuel, it starts right away with a squirt of wd 40 I have fuel and pressure up to the fuel regulator. Thinking maybe varnished up in injector holes but not likely. . Any help will help. Murdock ]]> RST1000 Futura (all years) murdock http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272359-won-start Higher rear foot pegs http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272351-Higher-rear-foot-pegs&goto=newpost Sun, 09 Jun 2013 15:56:24 GMT I would like to raise the passenger pegs on my Futura so that the significant other is more comfortable. Anyone have any ideas on how to do that? I would like to raise the passenger pegs on my Futura so that the significant other is more comfortable. Anyone have any ideas on how to do that? ]]> RST1000 Futura (all years) comleader http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272351-Higher-rear-foot-pegs Futura Speedometer Interchange http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272332-Futura-Speedometer-Interchange&goto=newpost Sun, 09 Jun 2013 02:49:00 GMT I dug through with the forum search but never found an answer. I recently bought a salvaged 03 Futura was curious as to whether or no the first gen Tuono instrument clusters are interchangeable with the Futura? My friend has a Tuono but I don't want to plug the dash in being afraid of shorting the dash or the main wiring loom out, or worse the computer. I'm converting this bike over to practically a Touno with a different tail on it. It'll probably eventually end up as a full custom but who knows. ]]> RST1000 Futura (all years) Wyatt Ginapp http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272332-Futura-Speedometer-Interchange Cracking the code.... Flame Red http://www.apriliaforum.com/forums/showthread.php?272202-Cracking-the-code-Flame-Red&goto=newpost Thu, 06 Jun 2013 23:33:32 GMT I have been working on this for a while, but I have a customer bike to be painted and he wants Flame Red, or close to it, so I set out to figure out proper ratios. Sorry to say, that this will be my formula though! Anyway, I prepped a lower that was damaged too bad to save, but the color was... I have been working on this for a while, but I have a customer bike to be painted and he wants Flame Red, or close to it, so I set out to figure out proper ratios. Sorry to say, that this will be my formula though!

Anyway, I prepped a lower that was damaged too bad to save, but the color was decent for matching. Slightly faded, but not badly. To the left is the painted color and you can see the tape line. The other piece is one of my fairings that I low sided last year on the track with.

As any tint coats go, the more you spray, the deeper the color gets, but I am pretty damned happy with what I ended up with. My fairing was definitely faded some, and the low side damage does not help, but like I said, I am please with the results.





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