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    looking for Jack-Be-Quick adapter

    When I had the Roadster I made these, which in my opinion are better. You easily mount them when needed and then remove them- no worries of reducing clearance or them catching on something. https://www.r3owners.net/threads/jacking-up-bike.28345/post-692258
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    Loose Plug Wires Question?

    Yes, too tight, as in hard to push on. We're saying loose because they were just resting loose on top of the plugs. You're right about the caps. If you push hard enough to seat them the larger caps that cover the spark plug hole kind of sink down in the middle (concave), but don't fully go into...
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    Loose Plug Wires Question?

    I'll try that next time. I just forced them on with an open end wrench (or other pushing device). You have to push harder than whatever young girl was given that task at the factory (pretty hard) to hear it click into place. Mine stayed put each time after that. Amazing that it ran OK sitting loose
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    Clutch switch alternatives

    Yes, I'd rule that one out. Coil connections all good, including #1 deep in the head stock? Not sure where you got the extra throttle body and its history. If it were me I'd buy a new primary TPS and try it for s&giggles. You'll need it at some point later on, anyway. Visually check those...
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    On a ride

    Jealous- it's on my list! Looks like you hit the weather just right!
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    Clutch switch alternatives

    It could be my thread here that you are referring to... https://www.r3owners.net/threads/fuel-level-indicator-not-working-clutch-switch-solved.46173/ That switch does affect a boat load of things, but based on what you're describing I'd take another hard look at the TPS and possible vacuum line...
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    On a ride

    What an adventure. Nice riding up there. I was on my R1200RT, just prior to my first Rocket and turned around at the bridge- but wanted to go on. You had me worried about your speedo- I never read the manual, so the solution was good news (for you especially). Nothing but good times on these...
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    Lube the splines...

    There's no recommended interval at all, so it's up to your intuition. I'd say most folks here will never do it. My '11 Roadster had two FDs go out, so I err on the side of caution and do it about every other rear tire change, which works out to about every 9,000 miles. That factory lube will dry...
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    Servicing

    I'm basically a "cookbook mechanic." Download the manual from the Resources tab at the top of this page and then carefully follow the directions step-by-step. In the end, you'll have a souffle :-). Seriously, it can all be done and you'll know it was done right. Look at the end of my post for...
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    Things I should do when removing the fuel tank?

    Get a pair of cheap disconnect pliers and be careful- it's plastic and you wouldn't be the first person to break one. The fuel filter is inside the tank. Yes, replace it while you're there. The manual calls for a new gasket, but I've reused mine 3X. A swivel socket for the plugs is really...
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    Asymmetrical front tire wear

    Great question- yet to be answered. I would have thought you guys had wear disproportionately on the left side. Your left turns are generally sharper, but for us it's the right turns. You're throwing off our theory :-)
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    Rear wheel observation .

    As @pica said- it is by design to prevent the tire from spinning on the rim when you pull her ears back.
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    Video I made for replacing rear brake pads

    Nicely done. The only think I might add is, will your already there, to squeeze the pistons out a little (not too much!) and clean them and the calipers with hot soapy water to help them run smoothly. This guy is really good and also has some great how to videos, including this one on cleaning...
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    Aftermarket Fuel Line Connection Replacement?

    Yeah- get the pliers. Worth it.
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    Lube the splines...

    You'll find that for every part that has any kind of Loctite on it that Triumph says to replace the part. The three bolts holding the Triumph badge in the middle of the rear wheel rim being a telling example- not necessary.
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