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    Re: Galaxy XTR 250 Review

    Nope, it's run like a bag of shit since day one, and the factory are not replying to any of my emails.
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    Re: Galaxy XTR 250 Review

    Hi Culcune

    I think going over to the carb will be the eventual outcome......although I would prefer to get the EFI sorted.

    It will mean changing the magneto, the whole wiring loom, the CDI...
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    Re: Galaxy XTR 250 Review

    Hi Moilami,

    The throttle sensor tells the ECU the position of the throttle butterfly valve....or like you said, how far the right hand grip is turned. It cam be rotationally adjusted by about...
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    Re: Galaxy XTR 250 Review

    Fellas, The latest thrilling instalment :rolleyes1:

    I re-assembled the EFI system tonight and tried John at Galaxy's suggestions on improving the running.

    He suggested alter the idle screw,...
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    Re: ChinaV's Galaxy 250!

    Hi China V

    Here are the bar risers fitted to my bike.

    http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk160/R1100ANDY/29042010234.jpg

    http://i279.photobucket.com/albums/kk160/R1100ANDY/29042010235.jpg...
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    Re: Galaxy XTR 250 Review

    When I get home this evening, I'll take a close up picture showing the bar risers........it will be the first job I do when I get home....promise !

    Cheers

    Andy
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    Re: Galaxy XTR 250 Review

    Thanks Mate :thumbsup:Much appreciated.

    Sorry about the delay in getting a photo over to you. Here's a picture without the bar risers fitted. Check wether it's the same handlebar/clamping...
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    Re: Galaxy XTR 250 Review

    Hi China V,

    Cheers Mate:thumbsup:

    Yes that's the bit I need, but I also need the spherical bearing bit that attaches to it, and bolts onto the brake pedal. Don't suppose you have that bit...
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    Re: Galaxy XTR 250 Review

    Just a quick update.

    Haven't been able to get time to re-assemble the EFI fule system yet as I've been busy with Family stuff, and getting my BMW on the road for summer.

    Galaxy came back to...
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    Re: ChinaV's Galaxy 250!

    Moilami......will the importer be assembling your bike, or will he deliver it to you still in the crate ?

    If he is assembling it, he should do a thorough pre delivery inspection, so it will be...
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    Re: ChinaV's Galaxy 250!

    Sorry mate, I misinterpreted what you had written and over reacted. Please accept my humble apologies.

    I know how you feel taking the massive gamble of importing the XTR, it is quite a worry. I...
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    Re: ChinaV's Galaxy 250!

    Hi China V,

    If your handlebar arrangement is the same as mine, then bar risers are available that fit. I can’t post a picture at the moment, as I’m at work, but I’ll post one this evening when I...
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    Re: ChinaV's Galaxy 250!

    Whoa there moilami !

    I do have a first name you know, perhaps you could do me the courtesy of using it ?

    I haven't "Fallen to Misery" and given up on my XTR just yet.

    I have a young...
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    Re: ChinaV's Galaxy 250!

    Fantastic work China V !

    Looks fantastic in black !

    Keep up the good work, lokking forward to the next installment.

    Andy
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    Re: Galaxy XTR 250 Review

    Thanks for the positive reply guys :thumbsup:

    You're right, I shouldn't let it get me down, like you say, it's nothing at all compared to what's happeneing to folks in other parts.

    Thanks for...
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    Re: Galaxy XTR 250 Review

    Carl,

    I'm just dissapointed in my XTR ,I've got a brand new bike sat in my garage that is virtually useless....I open the garage door, turn on the light and see a beautiful looking brand new ...
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    A Big Thanks To Franki

    Hi Guys,

    Would just like to say a big thank you to Franki, who has contacted Galaxy on my behalf, to help out with some problems on my XTR.

    Thanks Mate :thumbsup: You Sir are a real Gent...
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    A Big Thanks To China V

    Guys,

    My brake pedal recently broke on my new XTR, so I contacted China V to ask if he'd help me get a new CNC brake pedal from Galaxy. He very kindly said I could have his that was sat in his...
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    Re: Galaxy XTR 250 Review

    Hi Guys,

    A quick update on the XTR.

    Since day one the XTR hasn't run too great. It coughs and splutters on intial throttle opening. This is not good on a dirt bike, as it needs instant...
  20. Re: My CJ750, or the story of how i came to be in China

    Better not show this post to the Missus, she'll get rid of me for one of your "toys" :lol8:

    Love the picture of Wolfgang carrying those plants....it reminds me of when I was a teenager and...
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    Re: Galaxy XTR 250 review

    Just remind what the date is today Felix ?? :lol8::lol8:
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    Hi Felix,

    Thanks Mate :thumbsup:

    LOL !!:lol8: That does sound like interesting work !!

    What CAD package do you use for your product design, Catia V5 ?

    I'm in a similar type of work...
  23. Re: My CJ750, or the story of how i came to be in China

    Hi Felix,

    Great story and pictures....it looks like you are living life to the full out there in China :thumbsup:

    Why the move from Ireland to China ? and what do you do for a living there ?...
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    Re: SMC Motorcycles PLEASE HELP!

    Hi Daryl,

    Phew, that is a relief !

    I'm glad you got a reply from them, I've been dealing with Galaxy for the last 3 months.....sometimes their replies are almost instant, and other times it...
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    Re: SMC Motorcycles PLEASE HELP!

    Hi Daryl,

    Oh dear that sounds bad news, when did you contact them ?

    I've just imported a Galaxy XTR 250 direct from Galaxy, and was hoping I would buy any parts needed from SMC...
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