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Earl, the main jets only come into play at or near wide open throttle so the colortune isn't going to do what a dyno can. The Colortune is helpful to set your pilot mixture but not when determining main jets, etc.
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I changed the stock Stones out at 6200 miles (rear needed it, front had plenty of life left on it). I went with Dunlop D404 in wide whites and couldn't be happier with them. I have 12,000 on them, the front is going strong, the rear is getting close to needing replacement. I ordered a new set of D404's wide whites this past weekend (I'll put the rear on soon and run the front until it shows more wear before switching it out). These tires handle fine wet or dry and last as well as I expected them to. Bottom line is.... tires with softer compound will stick better but wear out faster, tires with harder compounds last longer but won't stick as good....Period. Don't let a few opinions scare you away from Dunlops as I've used them on my '06 RSV as well as my old '01 RSV with great success. Good luck with whatever you decide to do.
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I don't believe there's ever been a jet kit offered for the Ventrue but below is info on the stock jet sizes. As you'll see, there's 3 different sizes used for the 4 carbs. As long as you get Mikuni main jets you'll be good to go as far as them fitting in the carbs. As far as what sizes to use... your guess is as good as mine. Without having the bike on a dyno it's going to be a crap shoot. To do it correctly you need to have it on a dyno and someone that knows how to use one properly. While the hyperchargers are an improvement in the "looks" catagory, I think they're going to cause you problems unless you have access to a dyno machine to properly jet your bike. Not only will the main jets need changing, the pilot jets, the mixture screws and needle positions are going to need attention as well. Good luck with the project. Larry Carbs 1 & 2 use a 122.5 main jet Carb 3 uses a 117.5 and Carb 4 uses a 120. You should be able to find Mikuni jets at your Harley dealer and order them from any bike shop or online.
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I work in a body shop as a painter and I'd say that $1500 isn't a bad guess. I have painted both my former '01 RSV and my current '06 RSV and there are just so many pieces to handle that I can't see anyone wanting to do the work for less that $1500.... probably more like $2000. Body work in my area is at $50 per hour and the price of quality materials are high (it cost me over $400 for materials to do mine). Larry
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I don't claim to be a tire expert, but tire tread is designed accordingly for a front tire vs. a rear. I would think handling is a huge part of thread design. Personally I would say, if you've done 24,000 mile on it without problems don't worry about. Just out of curiosity maybe drop Dunlop an email and ask them what's the differences between a front and rear.
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Rooster, your front tire IS a rear tire!!! MR Motorcycles screwed up that one!! The D404 front has a different tread pattern than the rear, the one in your pic is definitely a rear only tire!! BTW... I have D404's WWW's and love them, both the handling and wear has been very good.
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Tom, I bought a set of those from Buckeye for the rear. Had them for 4000 miles, so far so good. No complaints. Pads are easy to install, on either the front or the rear. Larry
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My '06 came with pillow tops, I found it to be way too soft. I traded them for a Corbin set which I liked better but it was a little too firm. So, I bought a set of studded Midnight seats off eBay and love them!! Everyone has different tastes but for me the older Midnight seat fits me the best. They could actually be a bit firmer but all in all they're way better than the pillow top for me. Good luck, Larry
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Question on fuel tank and bib
bowa1 replied to WIKD's topic in Royal Star Venture Tech Talk ('99 - '13)
Actually the pic shows it pretty accurately. I did have a difficult time trying to take a pic that would show it. I suppressed the flash and that helped. Being that I do body and paint work, my eyes gravitate to imperfections in the paint or bodywork. There's no way I could have it out in the open . Before I painted my '01 RSV I finished off the seam so it was totally invisible after paint but I still ended up with a bib on it ( I like the looks better with a bib). I didn't bother doing that to my '06 before paint since I planned on staying with a bib. Everyone has different taste, I personally went with a leather bib w/pocket from Yamaha and really like how it looks. The cheesy stock rubber one doesn't do much for me. Take care, Larry -
Question on fuel tank and bib
bowa1 replied to WIKD's topic in Royal Star Venture Tech Talk ('99 - '13)
One more pic for ya. http://www.maj.com/gallery/bowa/rsv/tank_seam_5.jpg -
Question on fuel tank and bib
bowa1 replied to WIKD's topic in Royal Star Venture Tech Talk ('99 - '13)
Another pic for ya. My bike is an 2006 RSV, it was blackcherry but I tore it down last winter and painted it silver and blue 2-tone (it's in the 24 month Venturerider calender, April '08 ). I do bodywork/paintwork for a living, been in the trade 23 years. I had an 2001 RSV which I also painted and it had the identical seam in it's tank as well. You can clearly see the seam in my pic, it's pretty smooth but it's still there. If it doesn't bother ya then it's bib-less for you my friend. Good luck with whatever you decide to do. Larry http://www.maj.com/gallery/bowa/rsv/tank_seam_6.jpg -
Question on fuel tank and bib
bowa1 replied to WIKD's topic in Royal Star Venture Tech Talk ('99 - '13)
Remove your seat, you'll find two push-in type fasteners that hold the bottom end of the bib in place.... simply remove the 2 fasteners and pull up the bib to expose the tank underneath. You'll find a seam under there, it's a nice smooth weld but it's still a seam. It all depends on personal taste whether you don't mind having it exposed or not. I personally wouldn't but that's IMHO. Just pull the bib back some if you decide you wouldn't like the seam showing, simply put the bib back down and you're good to go. Or remove it completely and go bib-less Good luck, Larry -
Question on fuel tank and bib
bowa1 replied to WIKD's topic in Royal Star Venture Tech Talk ('99 - '13)
There is a weld seam under the bib so it is there to cover up the seam. The only way to go "bib-less" without an exposed seam would require bodywork and paint. Larry -
Thanks for the info, Dennis.
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Dennis, I currently have a 2610 and after using it for 2 seasons on the bike I wouldn't be without a GPS. I'm considering getting a Zumo and since you have experience with both models I would like to hear any pros or cons Zumo vs. 2610. I've been researching the Zumo and have read that it is "dumbed down" compared to the 2610 as far as POI's and general routing goes. It obviously has added features compared to the 2610 and that's what has my attention. How's the MP3 feature, is there any adjustments (equalizer, etc.) or is it pretty much hit play and you get what you get? Also, how do you like the 3D view on the Zumo? Thanks for any info you can provide. Larry