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Good point and sorry as I was not trying to be mean. All I do for mine is open the picture file in the windows picture viewer, then select the resize option on top, reduce size to 40% of original. Then use , save-as, to save under a different name. That usually works. Any picture editing software should have a resize option that would work also. Again, sorry Daitan if my previous post was offensive or rude, I was not meaning to.

All you need to do is reduce the size of the file and they will download:confused24:

Reason it took me 20 years to get back in the saddle between my 1st and 2nd gen was fear. My last ride on the 1st gen resulted in me climbng out from under the back end of a truck that had backed up on me after loosing his brakes on a hill. I had not given myself an escape route. I was lucky to walk away with minor scrapes but could never get over the fear. Decided to bite the bullet last summer and got the 2nd gen. Took me a few rides to regain confidence but I am still somewhat fearfull and very respectfull of it That is probably a good thing as the day I fully relax, it will probably bite me again. However, beating that fear back a bit was liberating. All this to say, go at your own pace and remember that fear it not a real thing, it is a product of our imagination based on our past experiences. If you let it take over you end up with a scenario like mine where I lost 20 years worth of riding enjoyment.

These bike like to rev high so when I want to pass someone in a hurry i usually downshift to make sure I am in the powerband. They are definitely not road racers though.

XS1100 was my first bike in 81. Had it for 2 years before I got a Venture. Was a great learning machine for me.

Question, are the carb extenders an add on for those who already have carb covers, or do they act as carb covers and also cover the gap in the V? From the pictures it is not clear if we are looking at 1 or 2 pieces. Thanks

Got it...

Yup, my sister is actually in Largo for the winter. I have 8 more years to retirement, so must endure the winters here in the meantime. I do plan to do the snowbird thing then:cool10:

Oh and then there's Taranna which is run by ... ahhh ... Chev? Ungh?????:confused07:

And are you like many other westeners who thinks Canada ends at the Ontario\Quebec border?

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If you look in 2nd gen tech section there is a thread that also provides the part numbers. Here is a link to it: http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=3768 However it is my understanding they are now discontinued. I finally found mine on ebay this last december through an auction and paid $67 + shipping. It was a used set but in excellent condition. I got lucky as I saw few go before that for about 250 each. Keep monitoring ebay and as they do come up from time to time. I used key words such as: Hd rear light bar Harley rear light bar Harley or hd vintage rear lights or light bar Hope this helps:canada: If you have access to HD dealers, drop by to see if they have a set collecting dust on their parts wall.

Welcome to the world of comfort and style. 2nd gens rule:group cheers: I can just see the comeback lines from 1rst genners..... yaa..yaa...they are faster...and....

20 cm of snow by next morning and then maybee....maybee it will be spring And for all of those who are bragging about the great warm weather you are having, I envy you but as was said in a previous thread....BITE ME! Seriously though, I am happy that some are able to enjoy riding all year long. Just envious thats all....ENJOY!

Great job!!! Others will have no excuse for not seing you now.

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Here's a link to a site that has the most info on NS for bikers. Also includes info about Atlanticade. http://www.motorcycletourguidens.com/ If you come from Maine to New Brunswick on the way to NS, make sure to visit Hopewell Rocks. Enjoy!

Did a quick search on ebay and a bunch of them come up http://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_trksid=p4634.m570.l1313.TR0.TRC0.H0.Xventure+royale+kickstand&_nkw=venture+royale+kickstand&_sacat=0&_from=R40

Welcome back, nice to hear from someone from close to where I am. How do snap 2 kickstands in one season??

Most folks seem to go for the halogen for the higher light output. I had the stock sealed beams on mine and just converted them to Truck-Lite 4.5 LED units. Less power draw. Here is a link to a thread I posted on them. http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=84450 The sealed beams are cheaper to replace though. I am sure others will pipe in also.

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Why are people doing this swap? See references to it all the time....what is the advantage?

Yup, blizzard warnings are up for tonight and tomorrow morning here. Glad to see you are back on the road though:clap2:

I bought my RSV last summer and had the same issue at first. You will find that as you get used to the bike and its torke range you will be able to better judge what gear you should be in. I try to stay in a gear that still provides me room to use available torke if needed to keep myself out of trouble. 5th gear is only used on the superslabs. I know what you are saying though on having to remember what gear you are in as that is a pain.