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Sport Wheel in Jordon, MN is a source but I am not sure if they have much for 2nd gen, but they have a lot of 1st gen stuff. Rick F.

I got mine out and found a crack on the right side fairing on my 89 VR, so I patched it with with ABS cement and it seemed to hold but when I took it out for a nice ride, about 100 miles, the fairing recracked and ended up braking the attachment points on that side. Seems for some reason the 36 year old plastic got brittle on that side. Heading out to the Motorcycle junkyard down the road a ways to see if I can locate a solid replacement. They have a lot of Venture parts out there and hopefully I can find one that isnt in too bad of shape. Rick F.

It is also possible if you havent change out the brake fluid in the past number of years, you might have some moisture in the system and just need to flush some fresh fluid thru the whole system. Dont forget the the left front rotor and caliper is part of the rear brake system also with an additional bleed located up near the triple tree. Check the service manual on the correct bleeding sequence for the bike. Hope this helps. Rick F.

I have checked my manual and parts fiche and I dont see any washers listed either. I might be temped to use them between the splined gears to space out the geas to make sure they mess with the opposite gear fully if needed. I replaced my starter clutch a number of years ago but dont remember any washer but my memory isnt what is use to be. Sorry I couldnt help more. Good luck Rick F.

Never say never. Time will tell. Always keep motorcycling in your mind. Now that most if not all of the thunder clouds are out of our area, today is a gorgeous day to ride until up to the weekend. Be safe this weekend of July 4th.

I went and put 1000 miles on mine, over 6/19 thru 6/22, had great fun touring the lower part of Iowa. 100 degree heat index and some 50 mph wind gusts. Just have to get on and go!

pondering the idea of selling the bike after this summer. It's not a easy decision. Motorcycles have been a huge part of my life since 1963.

Funny you mention that. This past weekend the wife and I were at the VJMC gathering in Blairsville, GA. Long story short, I did drop the bike on its left side in a parking lot incident - barely moving - and the wife fell splat to the ground helmet slapped the asphalt. She just got a little scratch out of the deal thank the Lord - he was watching over her - no headache at all. Not a scratch on the bike that I could find...not even a reflector out of place - the guards did their job!

We’re sorta considering the move to a trike before long. Ive never dropped the RSV, always been strong enough to catch it. Worried about the damage to me if I try to do that now.

Paul they’re leaving out a big part of the info:FOOD. Lots of good eating and a nightly run to the ice cream stand. After all many refer to us as an eating club with a motorcycle disorder.

It’s been several years since I had one apart and don’t remember but the parts diagram doesn’t show one.

Paul, this usually a small group of folks, and is a very laid back get together we talk about where we are going to ride and go. We welcome everyone no matter what you ride. Trina and I will be camped out at Vogel State park.

I hate to see this kind of talk, but I know one day it will happen but not today

We are at that point as well, sold the trailer and the 86, now it's just the Spyder to sell. 2014 asking 15k.

Hello all, im replacing the stator in my 86 Venture. When i took the cover off the starter gears fell out. I put the gears back in there place but there is a rogue washer that seems to put the splined gear shaft(with the 2 gears) Where does washer go? Do the starter gears have a washer? I checked parts diagrams but havent had any luck thank you!

I rode about 150 miles a couple weekends ago. That was my longest trip in a couple of years. Just don’t enjoy it like I used to. I’ve out Eileen’s trike and my Road Glide up for sale. Prices are down though so we’ll see.

Paul, It's always a good time, good riding and good food. This has been going on for nearly 20 years.

The wife hasn’t been on the bike since my surgery, gonna try it soon to make a decision about whether to go to Vogel this year. 150 miles has been my longest ride since being back on it.

Thank you Mike!

I'm still riding the Venture but going to look at a Can Am Spyder Sunday for making trips with the wife. I'm planning a trip to the Northeast states soon with the Venture. I need 7 states to get all of the lower 48 on a motorcycle and I don't want to count any of them on a Trike. I don't want to stop riding just cause I've gotten old...☹️

Some camp at Vogel state park, some rent cabins at the park. Most of the others stay at seasons inn in Blairsville. The events are riding curvy roads during the day and hanging out in the evenings. There is no sign up or fee. What it cost depends on where you stay. It's just a bunch of laid back folks who like to ride and enjoy some comradery. Hope to see you there!

Ok found some pics from the 2021 Vogel here - looks like fun. Still have the same questions tho! Where do you stay? How much does it cost? How do I sign up?

Gentlemen, As a newcomer to this VentureRider.org group, I am curious to know what the heck is this Vogel thing? What events are planned? Where do you stay? How much does it cost? How do I sign up? Any and all information is appreciated! PM

It occurred to me that you might check the rear brake caliper also. Its hidden and your leak might be there.

You've got a leak. That white crusty stuff in your picture is dried brake fluid. The up side is you have a master cylinder that looks to be in good condition. The rebuild kits are on e-bay for a reasonable price. Pull it, clean it, soak the circlip in oil for a day and free it up. The rebuild is a breeze. XXX steel will used gently will smooth the corrosion, if any, on the inside. A small wire brush will get the big stuff on the outside. Check the tube to the reservoir for leaks, check the o-ring on that black plastic spigot the hose connects to. Clean carefully, degrease, blow it out with compressed air and paint with rustolium or some such to protect the aluminum. You'll be good to go. You can reuse the copper seals by heating them bright orange and quenching them quickly in cold water. Let us know how it goes !