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Differential pressure across the filter may not be a concern on our bikes because they have a fuel pump. But, I installed a filter on my gravity fed carbs on my Kawasaki ZN700 and I have to be careful to get a filter that flows freely or the carbs will starve at higher rpm. It may be safer to use a filter designed for a bike.

Speed limiters are no big deal really. I'm sure someone will be selling a programmer to allow you to raise the limit. The lawyers are responsible for all this stuff. My 05 Dodge Magnum Hemi and my 02 F150 had limiters but the Superchips programmers I used on both raised the limit to beyond their capabilities and also made them perform better in hp, torque, and fuel economy. It seems to be a trend with Honda to not try to outdo others in the hp department. Honda has had issues with the ST1300 becoming unstable at speed. Some riders were killed when they started wobbling. Police depts in Europe quit using the ST because of that issue.

Me wonders if Rider didn't want to post the differences between the much faster Honda and the very much faster BMW. Remember those dyno numbers were at the rear wheel. The new Wing is supposed to have a little more hp than the older 1800 and is supposed to more fuel efficient. I really like what I've seen and read about the new Wing.

Happy Birthday Flying Fool Hey, it's my birthday too!

Have you checked the engine compression? Adjusted the valves?

check the exhaust temperatures. It's probably not running on all four cylinders. spit on finger and touch test on the exhaust or infrared thermometer. check for spark at each cylinder. unscrew the spark plug caps from the wires and check cap resistance. should be about 9k ohms. Look at the end of the wire for corrosion. If corroded clip off a half inch of wire and screw the cap back on. remove air filter and look down the carb throats while blipping the throttle to see if the diaphragms are working properly.

I clicked on youtube and full screen. My guess would be Harley also, but it's not clear enough to be 100% sure.

About 1990, I really wanted an 85 Honda Magna V65 which I think is a similar bike to the Madura. But, I couldn't afford one at the time. I test rode an 83 and was amazed at the power and smoothness but the 83 had different handlebars and the seating was more like a sport bike that I didn't like. Later I read about a problem with those engines, cam oiling problem or something like that.

I like the sound of those 90 degree V-twins!

Yeah, he's in the garage putting some new stickers on Tweeksis getting her ready.

My cc permit is a FL permit. It is recognized in about 34 states, some with conditions. In SC it is recognized only if I lived in FL. No such restrictions in NC that I am aware of but mostly Dems ran our state for decades. I worked in FL for over 3 1/2 yrs when I got the permit and there if you are a military veteran you don't have to take the training class. I got my permit in less than two weeks after applying.

The Dr. prescribed a 2 day supply of codeine/tylenol (12 pills) 3 times over 3 weeks and they helped with the nerve pain. I took it sparingly and my last 1/2 pill last Sunday. Monday, I felt terrible, no energy at all, I could barely drag myself around the house. Tuesday I felt a little better and Wednesday I felt more normal. I think I may have been going through withdrawal from the opiate. If so, that is really addictive stuff.

Wouldn't be a good place to run out of gas or even have a flat tire!

What twist does the barrel have? Mine has a 7 but that may be too much twist for most rounds.

Excellente!

Really sorry to hear that Paul. I have a nephew who got it bad when he was in his 40's I think. He was very macho and active working two jobs. He said he had to quit both jobs and it was about a year before he recovered completely. I'm optimistic about my recovery but it has been 3 of the worst weeks of my life so far. The last time the doctor renewed the codeine pills she also prescribed an anti-depressant that I didn't buy. Maybe I should have. I didn't ask for a 4th weeks 2 day supply of codeine because she was so worried I'd become addicted. Kind of ticked me off. I took the stuff sparingly and I'm not the addictive type. Ibuprofen will do the job from here on though if it doesn't destroy my stomach.

Well, the blisters were all healed up by the 2nd week. Most of the pain in my left hip was gone by the end of the 3rd week. My left knee is still numb on the front and I still have pain in the joint. My knee is also still very weak collapsing and causing me to fall several times. (I could do 50 squats before this.) The Dr. gave me a 2 day supply of codeine/tylenol in the beginning. I made it last a week by taking a bunch of ibuprofen. She prescibed another 2 day supply twice more that I made last two more weeks. I tell you guys. If you have had chickenpox, get the shot because you don't want this crap. It's been totally miserable for over 3 weeks now. Not knowing any better, I thought that shingles was just a bunch of blisters. Nope, it attacks the nerves and hurts really bad. But the worst is over and I'll be riding again real soon I hope!

Around here the river has alligators and the ocean has sharks. You ain't at the top of the food chain either place.

It's snowing on the Parkway right now.

I use ear muffs which are good and lately I've been using ear plugs in addition to ear muffs. I still would not fire that AR15 at an inside range. I was at an inside range when another shooter was firing one and it was too loud for me.

I use Gumout for high mileage engines with PEA (polyetheramine) in my cars, small engines and motorcycles to clean the carbs and fuel injectors. It works well and doesn't damage carbs. https://www.walmart.com/ip/Gumout-Regane-High-Mileage-Fuel-System-Cleaner-510023W/16888905?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&wl13=7243&adid=22222222227032710931&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=79890642888&wl4=aud-310687322322:pla-110679001728&wl5=9010080&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=local&wl12=16888905&wl13=7243&veh=sem

I bought a Sig Sauer AR15 from the Walmart in Homestead, FL when I worked there about 6 years ago. I sighted it in at a range in Key Largo where a friend had membership and I haven't fired it since. But, the state opened up an outdoor range just outside of Wilmington so I plan to take it there for a little practice. Those indoor ranges close by will allow you to fire rifles but it's just too freaking loud. I respect my ears too much to fire the thing indoors.

Seems the craigslist in my area always has several obvious scams on it, bikes that are priced waaaay below market value with only the craigslist email as a contact point usually. A long time ago, I sold a car to a co-worker. I was a little leery about selling it to someone I knew and let him drive it all weekend to make sure that was what he wanted. I met him at the bank on Monday at lunch time. I signed the title over to him and then he tells me that he is a couple hundred short and would pay me in two weeks. I could only agree since the title had been signed. He did pay me the money in a couple of weeks but I am also sure that he wouldn't have if anything had happened to the car in the mean time. So, my policy after that was to have the cash in hand before signing the title. I also double check the serial numbers of any vehicle to make sure it agrees with the title. About the same time frame, a co-worker's job ended and he put his house up for sale. That is when he found out that he owned the house next door and the lady next door owned his due to a mix up in paper work. he hired a lawyer to get it all changed and the lady next door was agreeable to the whole situation but the lesson was there. Check the paper work.

Wow! That was quick! I've watched motorcycles on craigslist in this area take years to sell.

Congratulations!!:clap2: Maybe you should think about being a plumber. Sounds like they earn more than an engineer!