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@@jonsnow6403 Thanks for the comment. I don’t think any kind of thread lock is necessary and I’ve never had so much as a drip. However, a bit of oil did hit the exhaust which is unfortunately very common and dealers often make a mess (it wasn’t too bad with mine). It simply burns off after the first ride. I was smoking after a few stops for sure 😂. I’ll definitely use some foil next time

@@Cyclingwithgasoline No worries man. The threebond is more of a silicone/gasket making material than threadlock. I presume Ducati feels it aids in sealing the drain plug better🤷‍♂, but can't confirm. Anyway, enjoy the bike! Keep the sticky side down! 👍

@@jonsnow6403 Thanks man, and same to you

@@MrMomo182 It’s a very different concept. You can’t drive a VW Bug like a Dodge Challenger 😂

@@5150show Thanks 👍

@@xjado321 My SF V4 is a 2022 and the rear stand (that I’ve had for a couple of years) is part# F0099-211 and the pin is 1098L. Works perfectly on the left side of the bike.

@@xjado321 Keep in mind that this is an older stand, so the tire is well off the ground, but not enough for some tire warmers if you want to use them for the track. That higher stand is part# F0109-000, but it’s not always listed on their site. If not, just call and they can usually get it ordered. For me, the older stand has always been perfect for maintenance and again gets the tire well off the ground

@@pol-u7l I’m honestly starting to agree with that

Yes, I need an update video for sure! It's been up and down. Sometimes it's good, sometimes not. I think some of the many parts I got are a bit "off" as India isn't known for stellar quality control with these older models. I have a new Amal carb that's about to go in. The one I got was never right, from a bad float to bad jet seating. We'll see if this does it

@@Cyclingwithgasoline I reckon that should do the trick.

Either 67mm or 68mm - I don’t have it in front of me. However, here’s the part number for it - 09915-40620

I rarely use torque specs as I've been doing this for awhile and go by feel. The drain plug is 14Nm and the filter housing is 10Nm. No silicone or thread lock! Just a new crush washer for the drain plug and the filter housing has two o-rings. I reused the originals as they're not worn and seal fine for a couple of oil changes. After that, just replace those two o-rings and always replace the crush washer 👍

I got this directly from the manual. And on these bikes, the measurements rarely change when put on the side stand, but I did recheck on the stand and it didn’t move 👍

@@Cyclingwithgasoline What year is the bike, and is the manual you are using for that year?

@@michaeltelemachus5112 It’s a 22 and the manual came with the bike. The measurements are also on a sticker on the swing arm.

@@Cyclingwithgasoline That might explain it then as mine is a 23. Thank you.

@@michaeltelemachus5112 The 23 had a minor design change and this might be included 👍

It doesn’t have to be a better technology or even easier to deal with to be “better” in some ways. A well tuned carburetor can provide a more organic overall feel and immediate response. It’s an old school thing that you either appreciate or you don’t. I get your opinion, but carbs can be a very cool thing for the right people.

It’s all part of the fun 😂

Yeah, definitely hard to find these days. And 60 and below is definitely how it likes to run

All true 👍

I miss the 80s 😂

@@Cyclingwithgasolineso do I, but if I had given EFI to you in the 80s you would have taken it 😉

@@Doko88 I would have 😂

Carbs started it all 😂

@@Cyclingwithgasoline so did the evolution of internal combustion

Very good point 👍

Thanks! And stock header, aftermarket slip-on

Can't be that sensitive since I have a 2019 Honda CRF250L rally with fuel injection and I've had it since 2019 and it's now 2024 and I haven't touched it once. Literally have not repaired or had to even look at my fuel injection... They last so much longer than a carburetor does... Literally 5 years and haven't even looked at my fuel injection that's how good it is.

Nice! And sorry for the late reply

Just a change of the slip on doesn’t require a tune. A full exhaust change will. I kept the original header pipe, so no tune required. On the older iron barrel models, a carb rejet is generally recommended with a slip on change.

@@Cyclingwithgasoline thanks for the info! As far as i am concerned, less restrictive silencer = more airflow = motorbike runs lean = bad And that is what several posts say online, but as no general agreement shows Up, its a little bit confusing 🥴 I may install a long bottle exhaust! Thanks!!

@@optymus9933 I find that a higher flow silencer alone (without touching the air filter or header) doesn’t lean it out significantly. I’ve never had a problem or heard of anyone having issues. That said, always better to be safe than sorry 👍

@@Cyclingwithgasoline thanks mate!

I found it on Hitchcock’s site. Perfect fit

@@Cyclingwithgasoline thanks again!

You’re right on every point here. And it’s a huge shame that the newest models don’t have a Kickstarter. A bad decision by RE

Thanks! And I’m not big on torque specs as I generally go by feel from experience. However, here’s the official torque specs for the iron barrel 500. The rocker bearings shouldn’t be too tight. A lot of people make this mistake and put too much pressure on the arms. The spec is 9.4 ft. pounds. The cylinder head itself is 24 ft. Pounds. Make sure to put the proper washers on the studs before putting the long bolts in. The rocker box covers are listed at just 1 ft. pound. Seems a bit low to me, but that’s the spec. Thanks for watching!

@@Cyclingwithgasoline as an aircraft technician. Those numbers seem like finger tight haha 😂 I usually do the same so I’ll follow suit. Thanks again

I unfortunately traded it towards a new bike 😩

Gotcha! Safe riding!

If the bike has a magneto and proper rectifier, it’s possible

I’ve always done without them 😂

It’s really great, especially for such a recent bike. Very classic design that you just don’t see today

Mine is actually called Velvet Green. I think forest green is more muted. I unfortunately don’t have a specific code number. I honestly don’t think there is one

@@Cyclingwithgasoline i bought a green 500cc Bullet year 2004 and I need to do some painting. Velvet green is for me unknown, I only know the military green and forest green. So strange its so difficult to find out the name of the colour on Google. I check the velvet green, thank you.

@@reioXyhi The way they label, etc. their colors can definitely be frustrating. Best of luck with it

Gemini AI answerb I haven't found any official information suggesting Royal Enfield offers a "Velvet Green" color for the Bullet 500cc. Current color: Forest Green seems to be the standard green option for the Bullet 500cc. So Gemini is not the best AI😁😖

@@reioXyhi See Hitchcock’s - they have “velvet green”

The service reminder doesn’t shut itself off. You’ll need a dealer to plug it in and do it. Or you can buy a flash unit and do it yourself (not cheap just for that). I’m getting an “annual inspection” so they can shut it off and update any software if available. It’ll be around $50

Thank you very much my friend. A big hug. Marcelo

Thanks for watching and I’m glad it helps! And I’m very glad I helped with the sprocket. That was a weird one. Hitchcock’s even changed their website description based on what happened, so people now know what to do

@Cyclingwithgasoline yep was good to find the answer on your video. Now just have to wait for the part. Cheers

I’ve got around 1,500 miles on it now. Only the dealer can shut off the service reminder unless you get a flash unit yourself. I’m taking it in for an “annual inspection” and they’ll shut it off and update any software if available. It’ll be about $50

Very cool! 🏍️

I do, but I’m trying to stay somewhat anonymous on here for now. My IG isn’t very exciting, either 😂

@@Cyclingwithgasoline I need some help, I need the part number/code of the stock handlebar on your classic 500. I am getting trouble finding one. I do have the handlebar but it is chrome plated, not suitable for my requirements, I need the black powder coated one’s part number, If you can help me in this.

@@chetansutharx Part numbers for these can be hard to find. You can easily have your chrome one powder coated by a 3rd party or buy a new one somewhere like eBay. They’re readily available, new in box.

@@Cyclingwithgasoline I got the chrome plated one’s part code from hitchcocks but I am getting trouble finding the black one’s part code. You can give me your classic 500’s chassis number, I can get the part code from that. That’s the reason I was asking for your instagram account in the first place.

Agreed. The carb has been causing a lot of headaches. It’s being replaced with an Amal carb

It’s at the upper end, but not too high

Agreed!

I’ve been lucky to be around bikes my whole life, so relatively simple ones like this are fun and easy to work on. Your Harley is a beast for sure. And I have a Suzuki GSX-R 750 and Ducati Streetfighter V4 as well 👍

They’re important for sure, but I just don’t like the look of

@@Cyclingwithgasoline For a vintage kind of motorcycle crash bars, the old fashioned ones fit the period look of the bike. The guy who won a new RE 650 dropped the bike at speed and the one side of the bike looked like someone took a power grinder to the whole side of the bike.😭