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Title: Alf from Wagga Wagga
Post by: alfy12 on July 01, 2015, 07:42:42 PM

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Hello all,
Just purchased my first ST1100A and I'm impressed with most aspects of the bike. The motorcycle is a 1995 model with 128000 kms. A very limited service history but was looked after by a fitter and turner so that's good news. The bike cost 3000 dollars so on the cheaper side for an ST. It has taller screen, top box, heated grips and throttle lock. So far I have cut the hose between the radiator cap and overflow bottle to get rid of the damaged piece. I also found the front brake switch faulty so carefully pulled it apart and cleaned the contacts with a file and eraser. Ordered a new radiator cap and brake switch as my fix was only meant to be temporary.

I intend to replace all the cooling system hoses and thermostat. Also going to service the shaft drive. I usually ride in the snowy mountains area. I'm a bit concerned about alternator failure in the middle of nowhere. I'm not liking the price and availability of the 40A alternator. Might just rebuild the 26A unit if it fails. I'm happy to tinker so would have a crack at a stator rewind if required. My son works for a Honda dealer so that will be handy.

I picked the bike up on Saturday and have ridden every day since. My CRF250 and Ford Courier haven't gotten a look in since. I can see why these bikes are so revered. I enjoy the smooth power delivery and the protection from the elements.

Previous bike was a V-Strom 650 (lost my license on that one) and a couple of BMW K100s. I've owned other smaller bikes but this one impresses me the most.

Happy ST owner,
Cheers
Alfy

Title: Re: Alf from Wagga Wagga
Post by: Mitch on July 01, 2015, 08:05:09 PM

Hi Alfy and a Warm Welcome from the Wild West  :hatwave :runyay
                      :grin :blk13 :grin

Title: Re: Alf from Wagga Wagga
Post by: Wild Rose on July 01, 2015, 08:09:04 PM

Welcome Alfy to OzSTOC from Toowoomba, Queensland  :hatwave
Enjoy your ST1100  :thumb Enjoy the Forum  :thumbsup
 :beer

Title: Re: Alf from Wagga Wagga
Post by: Brock on July 01, 2015, 08:37:36 PM

Welcome Alfy, from the West of Oz. Glad you finaly found your way in here.

Ask any questions you may have regarding your bike, as there is a wealth of knowledge available from the collective brains trust.

Title: Re: Alf from Wagga Wagga
Post by: saaz on July 01, 2015, 08:53:23 PM

Hi Alfy from nearby Canberra. Some others here have also had K100s. There is no reason a 28A model can't last for many years if you clean all the connections every now and again, and don't overload the alternator.

Title: Re: Alf from Wagga Wagga
Post by: StinkyPete on July 01, 2015, 09:00:04 PM

Hi Alfy and welcome to OzSTOC from SA   :hatwave    You will find lots of helpful people and information here on the forum.

Title: Re: Alf from Wagga Wagga
Post by: johnnyYTED on July 01, 2015, 09:55:00 PM

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Gday alfy, welcome here to OzSTOC, enjoy your ST they are a great bike. check out the RTE's in NSW here                       http://ozstoc.com/index.php?board=23.0 (http://ozstoc.com/index.php?board=23.0)  where you can meet others enjoying our ST's over a bite and chinwag.  :thumbs

Title: Re: Alf from Wagga Wagga
Post by: Gadget on July 01, 2015, 11:27:52 PM

G'day Alfy and welcome. Check or the RTEs (Ride to Eats) where you can catch up with our fantastic members and exchange ideas.

Title: Re: Alf from Wagga Wagga
Post by: Sicman on July 01, 2015, 11:42:16 PM

Welcome On In Alfy  :clap

Title: Re: Alf from Wagga Wagga
Post by: Abe on July 02, 2015, 02:40:48 PM

Welcome and enjoy your time here  :thumb

Title: Re: Alf from Wagga Wagga
Post by: Shiney on July 02, 2015, 04:06:47 PM

G'day Alfy, welcome to the forum :hatwave

Title: Re: Alf from Wagga Wagga
Post by: ppopeye on July 02, 2015, 06:31:20 PM

Gday Alfy, shame about being able to ride every day for a week.welcome to the forum from Victoria. You will find members very friendly and willing to help and advice. A good bunch of guys and gals.

See on the road or at an RTE.

 :13Candy :13Candy :13Candy

Title: Re: Alf from Wagga Wagga
Post by: tj189 on July 02, 2015, 08:29:00 PM

Welcome Alfy, enjoy your time on the forum :beer

Title: Re: Alf from Wagga Wagga
Post by: alfy12 on July 05, 2015, 05:07:47 PM

Thanks for the warm welcome. ST got a service yesterday with new oil and filter. I reconnected the heated grips up properly this time. New radiator cap and front brake switch. All the connectors from alternator, rectifier/regulator and starter solenoid inspected. All good. Alternator output strong at 14.4 at 1000 rpm. Will look into some of the local ST rides as soon as I've completed all the maintenance.

Cheers
Alfy

Title: Re: Alf from Wagga Wagga
Post by: StinkyPete on July 05, 2015, 05:19:55 PM

Alfy12,
We have the Balranald Tri-State Overnight RTE coming up on 19th - 20th Sept.   An easy 400km doddle from Wagga, so perhaps we will see you there.

Title: Re: Alf from Wagga Wagga
Post by: alfy12 on July 05, 2015, 06:20:19 PM

Thanks for the invite Pete but I'm heading to the turning wave festival in Yass on that weekend. Has become a bit of an annual event organised by the misses.

Title: Re: Alf from Wagga Wagga
Post by: Pocket STocker on July 06, 2015, 07:58:20 AM

Hello Alfy and welcome to OzSTOC, hope you have a great time with us here.  :thumbsup


Pockey  ;-*

Title: Re: Alf from Wagga Wagga
Post by: Wombat on July 10, 2015, 10:09:26 AM

welcome from Perth Perth  :hatwave
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