For those with H.F. 212 Predator engines on one of Waynes motor mount plates, I'm sure you've noticed the tendency for oil to hide and drip out from under the engine/plate, after finishing changing the oil.  These Fumoto oil valves eliminate the time and mess associated with it.  Slip a small drain hose on, turn the lever on the valve, drain dirty oil into any small container.  Done.  No mess, no chance of stripped drain plug threads, no more crush washers, no drips afterwards, marking your parking spot like a vintage Harley.   (pic of mine has a rubber cap over the drain hose nipple)

Hey guys, I'm changing my headlight, tail/brake light and turn signals over to 12V LED, from the 9V system I'm currently running, and I'm down to considering its power source now.  It's going to be a rechargeable system but wondering about these little LiPo CCTV camera battery packs.  Any idea how long one of these 12V 6800Mah battery packs would last for use with a 12bulb LED tail/brake light and a 12V LED headlight?  My alternative is a small SLA (12V 5AH) hidden in the saddle bag.   

 Just figured an "off topic" category might be interesting because a lot of Servicycle members also work on other types small bikes, etc...and could offer help/support/encouragement on these other projects.  Just a thought?  The occasionally input from some of the "clever (and/or old) monkeys" on this site who may have helpful experience when working on other things. (yes, I occasionally "stray" from my Servi and get involved with other "oldies")

A 70 degrees day in northern Minnesota is a heat wave that can't be wasted!  Did a complete "first ride inspection" of my ZR7 and went out for a nice 1hr ride.  With the addition of new tires, brakes, fork oil and a fork suspension modification over the winter, it made the bike ride like a whole new animal.  Got back, took off the "gear" and figured I'd give the Servi a tank full of new gas and make sure all the little modifications over the winter were all good to go. (different air filter, fuel filter, kick-starter, etc...)  I enjoyed riding it so much, I found myself about 25 miles from home.  Bike ran smooth and flawlessly.  It goes faster than it should actually!  I had a guy in a PU pull along side at a light with a 'thumbs up" who said I was going faster than the 40mph limit while he tried to catch up, to get a look at it.  I was just cruising along and still had plenty of throttle left. I'm guessing 50mph is possible with a little tuck and a smoother road.  One day, I'll wind it all the way up with a GPS and find out "top speed". Till then, I'll need to keep eye on speed in town I guess?  Who'd a thought you could possibly get a speeding ticket on a Servi?  LOL.  Like a rambler powered dragster.

Going thru some stuff I won't need and figure I'd offer it (dirt cheap for shipping cost) to someone who actually needs one.  I have a tail light base with couple gaskets.  The base has wires/springs/contact points intact.  let me know with P.M. if interested.  Hate to just have it sitting and going to waste in a box, if someone needs it for their restoration project.  UPDATE...They are SOLD!

Researching 26X4 mountain/urban bike tires and electric hubs, and came across a website that's interesting.  Busetti.com.  They make a 48-52 volt, 1400watt electric internally geared bike hub in 26X4 that has over a 50 mile range, with 25% hill climb capacity and speeds over 30mph.  They include controls, regenerative braking, charger, etc... among other things. Too bad the total cost with battery is over $1500.  it would make for an interesting, and uniquely powered Servicycle. 

I'm considering doing a front disk brake set-up on my servi and came across a product line called Flip Flop hubs.  Essentially a hub set-up with threads on both sides to allow free wheeling, gears, and/or disk brake conversions for either front or rear applications.  They  also make a springer mount kit that would adapt well to our bike (I believe?).  Anyone use/experience with these?

I was wondering if these brake shoes would work on my 48'?  On E-bay for $11.00 and measures 4.925" (125mm) and look very close.  Anyone tried?