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2024 National Tech Sessions - Help Needed

roger123

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We need members to lead some “Tech Sessions”. If you have something that you’ve done to your Connie and are willing to share your knowledge please let us know so we can get some Tech Sessions scheduled throughout the week. Also, if you have something you’ve been dying to do but have been nervous about tackling it let us know and maybe we can get someone to volunteer to demonstrate the process.

This is a great way to not only help your fellow members that may be a bit leery jumping in and tackling a job but it’s also a great way to meet people and chat over a bike that brought us all together. And you know what they say about mastering a craft, “Watch one, do one, teach one”.

We’re not all certified mechanics, we’re just people from varied backgrounds and experiences that have come together to celebrate our bike and club. Please come out and share what you’ve learned along the twisty road of Connie ownership.

Maybe a tire change, replacing brake pads, brake fluid flush, stem bearing adjustment, adding a better horn or auxiliary lights, installing an accessory fuse box, building the ultimate tool kit, or final drive lubrication. We’re not going to rebuild an engine or gear box, and probably won’t get through a C14 valve adjustment. We all came to ride and we’re not looking for an all day project, just an hour or two to pass on what you have learned over the years.

I’ll have my support vehicle so if you want to tear up your tires on the ride to the Rally, have a set shipped to me, I’ll bring them, and you can lead a session on swapping tires. We changed a C14 front tire in the motel parking lot at Dog Days with simple hand tools! Maybe you have a set of auxiliary lights in the garage that you’ve been meaning to install, bring them and lead us along getting them installed and wired up. My space isn’t unlimited but let me know your needs and we can work something out. I can bring fluids and some simple tools (torque wrench, drain pan, tire irons, etc.) that you may want to have available for you to lead a session.

If you’re willing to jump in and lead a session please contact Roger Somero (COG 5903/ Roger123) at someror@gmail.com or 757-285-7924.
 
We need members to lead some “Tech Sessions”. If you have something that you’ve done to your Connie and are willing to share your knowledge please let us know so we can get some Tech Sessions scheduled throughout the week. Also, if you have something you’ve been dying to do but have been nervous about tackling it let us know and maybe we can get someone to volunteer to demonstrate the process.

This is a great way to not only help your fellow members that may be a bit leery jumping in and tackling a job but it’s also a great way to meet people and chat over a bike that brought us all together. And you know what they say about mastering a craft, “Watch one, do one, teach one”.

We’re not all certified mechanics, we’re just people from varied backgrounds and experiences that have come together to celebrate our bike and club. Please come out and share what you’ve learned along the twisty road of Connie ownership.

Maybe a tire change, replacing brake pads, brake fluid flush, stem bearing adjustment, adding a better horn or auxiliary lights, installing an accessory fuse box, building the ultimate tool kit, or final drive lubrication. We’re not going to rebuild an engine or gear box, and probably won’t get through a C14 valve adjustment. We all came to ride and we’re not looking for an all day project, just an hour or two to pass on what you have learned over the years.

I’ll have my support vehicle so if you want to tear up your tires on the ride to the Rally, have a set shipped to me, I’ll bring them, and you can lead a session on swapping tires. We changed a C14 front tire in the motel parking lot at Dog Days with simple hand tools! Maybe you have a set of auxiliary lights in the garage that you’ve been meaning to install, bring them and lead us along getting them installed and wired up. My space isn’t unlimited but let me know your needs and we can work something out. I can bring fluids and some simple tools (torque wrench, drain pan, tire irons, etc.) that you may want to have available for you to lead a session.

If you’re willing to jump in and lead a session please contact Roger Somero (COG 5903/ Roger123) at someror@gmail.com or 757-285-7924.
All Tech Sessions will be "outdoors" under hard roof cover!
You might need some extra Lighting.
jason
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C'mon Folks, they need some help.
This club only works if we get involved.

For those that are unsure if they have the knowledge to do one.
If I can do it,,,, anyone can!!

I did a session at the last National we had in TeXaS.
I'm not an expert at anything, but they needed someone and I err volunteered.
Turned out to be pretty EZ to do.
ie;
I talked the modifications that I've done to my C-14 and showed them how I did them.
After my speel and questions, we passed the microphone around the room and everyone else talked about their bike and their modifications. (EVERYONE likes to do that).
I think everyone enjoyed it and learned something.

Ride safe, Ted

PS: Roger, I'm unsure if I'll be at the National this year. If I do I'll help with a session.
 
Well we have a taker for a Tech Session, Wayne Croteau has generously volunteered to demonstrate the Motool Digital Suspension Tuner!! He will demonstrate how to set up and dial in your suspension like a PRO.

Thank You Wayne!!
 
I'm not super familiar (well not familiar at all actually) with the C14.

I'm a big believer in routine brake fluid changes. On my Super Tenere there is a workshop manual procedure for brake bleeding, you need to make a jumper wire and cycle the ABS pump to ensure there is fresh fluid in the pump to prevent old fluid from causing corrosion, a new ABS pump is super expensive.

Is there any procedure like that or "tricks" for C14 brake fluid service?

C10 was pretty easy with no ABS just the old "pump and hold routine".

I think a C14 brake fluid service would be an awesome Tech Session. I'll have my support vehicle and can bring whatever fluids we need (as well as containers for the old fluids).
 
Hey folks, I'm getting some interest for Tech Session leaders which is fantastic. Looking at some basic maintenance items, what do you want to see? Brake fluid change, coolant change, brake pad replacement?????

Let me know, I'm trailering and can bring basic stuff (fluids and tools). If you need something done, have the parts shipped to me and I'll bring them!!!
 
Hey folks, I'm getting some interest for Tech Session leaders which is fantastic. Looking at some basic maintenance items, what do you want to see? Brake fluid change, coolant change, brake pad replacement?????

Yeah, those things!

Let me know, I'm trailering and can bring basic stuff (fluids and tools). If you need something done, have the parts shipped to me and I'll bring them!!!
 
I have a request for a demonstration of a C14 Cam Timing O-Ring Replacement.

Murf has graciously offered to donate some replacement o-rings and I have a bike that needs the replacement, now I just need someone to show us how to do it!
 
COG has donated a set of Tire Pressure Sensors to be raffled off at a tech session.

Jeff Kerkow will be bringing his programming device and will program a set of TPMS for you. If your batteries are getting old and you'd like to get a new set of sensors Jeff can program them with his special tool.

We will have one set for raffle but if you're the unlucky type and figure you'll not be able to win the set, buy a set and bring them along for FREE programming.

The session will be offered on Wednesday from 0900-1100.

If you'd like to buy a set and bring them here's a link to what you'll need:

 
I'm getting my tool list together for some basic tools to have at rally central to support tech sessions and any other basic repairs that may come up.

I'll have hand tools, pliers, wrenches, sockets, torque wrench, screwdrivers, allen wrenches, basic electrical connector type stuff, brake fluid, brake cleaner, tire irons, rags, etc.

Any thoughts on other items that may be needed? If I have it, I'll bring it.

Roger
 
I'm getting my tool list together for some basic tools to have at rally central to support tech sessions and any other basic repairs that may come up.

I'll have hand tools, pliers, wrenches, sockets, torque wrench, screwdrivers, allen wrenches, basic electrical connector type stuff, brake fluid, brake cleaner, tire irons, rags, etc.

Any thoughts on other items that may be needed? If I have it, I'll bring it.

Roger
Circlip (e-Clip) pliers, hammer, long drift for wheel bearing replacement.
 
I'm getting my tool list together for some basic tools to have at rally central to support tech sessions and any other basic repairs that may come up.

I'll have hand tools, pliers, wrenches, sockets, torque wrench, screwdrivers, allen wrenches, basic electrical connector type stuff, brake fluid, brake cleaner, tire irons, rags, etc.

Any thoughts on other items that may be needed? If I have it, I'll bring it.

Roger
DVM, Digital Voltage Meter
 
roger123 says: I'm a big believer in routine brake fluid changes. On my Super Tenere there is a workshop manual procedure for brake bleeding, you need to make a jumper wire and cycle the ABS pump to ensure there is fresh fluid in the pump to prevent old fluid from causing corrosion, a new ABS pump is super expensive.

Is there any procedure like that or "tricks" for C14 brake fluid service
? No. Unfortunately, KDS does not provide for this.

Triumph1050 bikes of the same era as the gen1 C14 have the same Nissin ABS unit. Triumph's 'dealer tool' does allow the ABS unit to be activated during the bleed/flush process. Gen 2 & 3 bikes have a Bosch unit.
 
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