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I noticed that he didn't use any lube when assembling the engine??!!

My Ruskie stepson is a computer science graduate. He was down on anything Apple. Then after graduating and working for a company writing programs that only uses Mac computers, he changed his mind. His phone is an Apple and computer is Apple.

You can use your Droid with the Bluetooth according to the Motorcycle.com video. One other thing I thought I heard from that video is that Nav map updates are free!

Based on what I've read on this forum, there are several differences: The front brakes on the 86 MKII up are much better. they have 4 piston calipers instead of 2 piston. The anti-dive feature is electrically powered rather and hydraulically powered which uses some of the brake pressure. Some owners have switched the MKII forks to the MK I Venture to improve braking. Some 83s have frame issues. 2nd gear you know. Starting in 91, they got a 4 brush more powerful starter. They will fit the earlier models. Any V4 1300 Yam engine starter from 91 up will work including the RSTDs and Gen II Ventures. They say the 1200cc V4 is more powerful than the 1300. Don't know how much. Proabably more but that's all I can remember at this time.

Beautiful Bike! Lower weight! Better fuel economy! No fork seals to replace! Going from a 2 valve engine to a 4 valve engine and still made it lighter and rumored to have more hp! I'm lusting! Looks like the improved Gen 1 we were hoping from Yamaha.

The larger Versys has a 4 cyl engine 120hp and has gotten good reviews and it isn't that heavy, 551lbs. wet.

One of the best features of a GW is the low center of gravity making it easier to handle at low speed. Lots of choices in this world. In 2010, I loved the 2006 GW that I test rode but I didn't want to pay the $17,500 the dealer wanted for it. And I've always loved the looks of a first Gen Yamaha Venture. Beside I would never have been a member of this site if I had bought that GW.

How do you get wifi when living in a TT or MH?

In the USA, at the present time, the loan interest on a TT or MH is tax deductible as a second home. I don't know if that will survive the new tax system revision and with the proposed increase in standard deduction it may not matter as the deductibles may not equal the standard deduction.

And the higher the rpms the more the seat/valve will wear. In other words, if you like to beat on it, you need to check the valve clearances more often.

Doesn't the new engine have a dry sump? Is that different from the Raider?

This Yamaha video covers valve adjustment.

It is my understanding that the early models are detuned to about 20hp. The 2005 and up have the same engine (hp) as the Venture. Here is a link to a beautiful 2011 model. https://wilmington.craigslist.org/mcy/d/mint-condition-yamaha-tour/6347174382.html Just googled and found these links. According to them the early bike had 75hp and the later one has 97hp. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Yamaha_Royal_Star https://www.topspeed.com/motorcycles/motorcycle-reviews/star-motorcycles/2009-star-royal-star-tour-deluxe-ar70533.html

Now, that's the way to camp!!!!

One of my supervisors favorite sayings was that you would never lose money underestimating the taste and intelligence of the American public.

Look at what you will have when it is repaired to the point it is reliable. How much would a full dress touring bike cost in any other brand? I see 1500 Goldwings for sale for $4k or more that have over 100k miles on them. Three years ago, I bought my 89. It looked as perfect as an 89 could and only had 5,914 miles on it. I paid $3800 for it. But it didn't run perfect. It has had some carb issues, ignition issues from corrosion, the slave cylinder is leaking and now the fork seals are leaking and the speedometer is howling. But, there isn't anything else on the road like these Ventures. Nothing beats the sound of that V4 being wound out! Yeah, I'd like a newer reliable touring bike but I don't ride enough to justify what one would cost.

None of the V-twin cruisers have hp ratings given out by the manufacturer because they are usually low. Those crankshaft counterweights in the new Yam engine while keeping it from vibrating too much really affects how quickly it will rev. Riders who buy V-twins aren't interested in having the fastest bikes and I hope it sells well. But, Harley sales are decreasing and that is the market Yamaha chose to compete in. If this model is produced 14 years like the Gen 2, I'll be surprised.

Happy Birthday you young whippersnapper! Life begins at 70! That's when I retired.

I haven't heard of any aftermarket headers/pipes that are available any more. Some folks replace the mufflers with Road King mufflers. The link attached is of a member who installed Road Kings on his Gen I.

Aww! Where is you spirit of adventure? Ha! I know what you mean though. My 05 Magnum's transmission needs a new electro-hydraulic conductor plate and it is located above the valve body inside the transmission. I'm not looking forward to replacing it but I intend to do it. Would be much easier to shell out the money and get a transmission shop to do it. I called two transmission shops and the dealer for quotes and one was $500, one was $900, and the dealer not to be outdone quoted $1600. I ordered a conductor plate from rockauto for $150. And from looking at the videos, it's about an hour job (for an experienced mechanic).

"Then Came Bronson" was on tv in 1969/70!!! And it only lasted one season. We're showing our age! I really liked it. Not a lot of action but really well written. A couple years ago I bought a CD of the 2 hr premiere but it was screwed up and I returned it.

Amazing how Bronson's Harley morphs into a dirt bike at the appropriate time.

One of my relatives hunts deer in season and he grinds the venison with beef fat added to make hamburger.

Wow! That is one sweet looking Valkyrie! That's a 98?

And vibration is why I decided long ago not to buy another V-twin and because they are usually underpowered. Make mine a smooth powerful 4 (or 6). Although, I would love to ride a 90 degree V-twin V strom and the boxer twin BMW R1200RT to check them out. I think I might like those.