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For any Folks unfamiliar with Covid-19 'Symptoms', here is a 'partial explanation' about what happens IF you become 'Infected'... ...arguably the worst side effect: 'Extremely Difficult To Breathe'. For us at 78, (Stage 4 Metastatic Prostate/Pelvic Cancer), that's a life-threatening scenario. We avoid ANY potential Risk as much as possible. Stand in line to enter a Grocery Store? Waiting outside a Drug Store to get a Prescription filled? No way! Not on your/OUR Life... literally. The more we learn about this Menace the better. Hope this is helpful for somebody. Rgds, WRIDR

Just saw this, Jean. Scary, scary stuff. We feel for BOTH of you, and hope for the Best. Horrible timing, too!!! Warmest wishes, WRIDR

Watched the entire clip without breathing. Not easy at 78. Migawd, granted there's a high Skill Level here, but how do you justify it? The Bike probably deserves a fair amount of credit. The Rider deserves Covid; that would probably slow him/her down a bit. Rgds, WRIDR

Oh man, what a wonderful trip. But... you're KILLING us! We spent the morning clearing snow off the front walk, then messing up the newly washed truck on a run into Town for badly needed supplies. (Don't do THAT very often these days.) Rgds, WRIDR

Wow! Where's the Kleenex Box, Dear?~ Rgds, WRIDR

Hiya Donny; early 'opinion' from An Olde Pharte as requested: So far, after roughly a half dozen attempts, we're not real 'comfy' with ANY of them yet. BUT... at virtually (10 more days) 78 yrs of age, whaddya want from us, EH???~ We'll wait a little longer before choosing, but as always we LOVE the incredible amount of time AND effort you put into this Thang. Hope it'll get easier for you in The Long Run.~ Uber-Warmest Rgds, WRIDR

Hi Puc: Haven't read the entire thread. BUT whatever you do, DO NOT settle for a 'second best option' 1978 model. Friend had one, and spent most of his life savings trying to get that weird Beastie to run right. NIGHTMARE. Never got it right. Just in case you might think it fit...~ Hugs, WRIDR

So, Don... where are The Houseboat Pix??~ Hugs, WRIDR

Lordy, Lordy... At nearly 78 we HATE change, BUT it looks like we made it thru the Tunnel, and are still alive! Um, Don? A Houseboat foto would be extremely welcome by all of us. But the Vacation come first. Just sayin', if you can find a moment. Hugs, WRIDR.

Pretty sure your "rtsd" is mixed up for Yammy's "Royal Star Tour Deluxe". Rgds, WRIDR

Being a 'Nam Vet' we have no concerns about you being able to handle the 'Strat. However, that 'Nam Vet' designation (congrats 'n kudos, btw) strongly suggests you're no Spring Chicken. It's a great bike, with good looks and an awesome sound - with or without muffler enhancements. BUT... the Beggar is pretty top heavy. To a point where in our late 60s and early 70s, we began having difficulties keeping it from being a bit uncomfortable riding slow, OR even more so doing tight turns. Something you might consider. Wish we could offer you more, but this 77 yr old mind doesn't have much left in the File Cabinet. Rgds, WRIDR

Quote: "Am I the only one that sees anything wrong..." Nope. Gotcher back,Bud. We keep waiting for some Benny Franklin-type to appear, and ask: "When is somebody gonna wonder what we do with all those insanely toxic waste products, after they die?" Gord halpus all if they attempt to dump them in the Oceans. Naw, nobody's THAT stupid, right? ?? Actually, feel free to suggest ANY PLACE where it would be safe to unload all that crap. Rgds, WRIDR

Here in s/e Ontario, things starting to pop, BUT we have a nasty feeling it's gonna be one big KABOOM. Colors show up in awesome fashion, then a few days later they're GONE!! Hope we're wrong!! The weather this entire YEAR has been nothing short of fabulous, and we keep waiting for the other shoe to fall. So far, all good. Hope that doesn't mean Winter.... well, let's not go there. Yet.~ Rgds, WRIDR

We'd like to add one more 'specific' item: the World's smallest Vice Grip. (Yeah, we saw the 'locking' mention, but THIS is a legit 'Vice Grip' that fits in the palm of your hand, and is NOTHING to store on board.) We've looked forever for another, but haven't found one... yet. No idea where it came from, but you would NOT believe how many times it has been priceless in an emergency. Rgds, WRIDR

Quote: "Goodbye dear Friend..." Oh man, you just buried US too! At 77, closing on 78, we have too many of those 'T-Shirts'. Had to let our last Pal go earlier this year; just couldn't handle things any more. Fortunately (Stupid Lucky) we found a wonderful new Life for our Buddy, with a 'Vet Technician' working in our area, and the Transfer was quick. Cried all the way home, and then some. Great Job on this, Casey. We knew what was coming, and shouldn't have read it, but couldn't resist. Tough, tough night ahead for us, but THANK YOU. Warmest regards, WRIDR

Mebbe that's why they call 'em doNUTS? Rgds, WRIDR (With apologies. Hey, WE didn't start it!!~)

Looks like you gotcherself a Doozie. Only scary thing - in our opinion - is what that black thingy hanging off the stern is connected to. (Fingers crossed big time.)~ Regardless, it is in fantastic shape for the age. A real steal regardless of what lies ahead. One thing: if you plan to tarp and store indoors, watch out for wee meece camping inside. Mothballs needed. Don't let 'Remorse' bite yer butt; should be an easy resale in such incredible condition, Donnie. Hugs, WRIDR

Hi Zach: We have only a single sentence to offer, in terms of advice on your query: DON'T DO IT. Rgds, WRIDR

(Subject: RE: Reply to thread 'FZ-09 experience? Trade offered, looking for opinions.') 1) ZERO Two-up stuff; in early to mid-70s bracket, that qualified as life-threatening. 2) Don't be in too much of a hurry on Seat Upgrade. Really not THAT bad. However... if bothered on longer runs, we'd suggest the not-cheap 'AirHawk?' inflatable cushion as a better/less costly option; ALSO... not just for that Bike. 3) Like many high-end Yammies, there's some top-heaviness to cope with (height-related?). As long as you're aware of it, no big deal. 4) As mentioned earlier: "Wish we hadn't let it go." Rgds, WRIDR

In this truly screwed up "Today's World", if trying to find/buy "The Perfect Bike"; from 'Daily Scoots to Town' to 'Touring', the FZ-09 would be high on OUR List. We owned one, and foolishly let it go for something bigger. Wish we could remember what.~ Rgds, WRIDR

Cheeze Donny, how the H*ll didja have TIME to do all that stuff??? Gotcher self one h*lluva great looking Scooter there, Bud. Hugs, WRIDR.

Wow; GREAT Clip, Dude! Could NOT agree more with this List. Rgds, WRIDR.

Hi Haup9: Hope this helps a bit. Our local Yammy Dealer - who is a good Friend - told us a long time ago Ma Yama intentionally sets Speedos to read high by as much as 10 kmh (Cdn, eh?). We think after an old Lawsuit by a crash Victim. If you find it useful, feel free to add that factor to your calculations, Cdn or USA. Rgds, WRIDR.

Couldn't agree more! This isn't just a Forum, though. Thanks to Don, and the core Foundation Group (have you ever seen a more tightly-knit group that sticks together from Day One!?), there is so much more than mere bike informationl Ask about ANY subject, OR need help with ANY issue, there's always one or more members willing to help. We feel truly blessed to be a part of it, and cannot say enough about the way Don keeps it thriving. Rgds, WRIDR.

Whoa Donny-boy! Gotcherself one SUWEEET-lookin' set of Wheels, Bud!!! Congrats in Major Mode; now gettit on The Road... maybe even take a DAY OFF!!! Lookit up if you need that explained.~~ Hugs, WRIDR