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  1. flb_78
    I had the same problem in my RSV. No matter how I stuck my tongue out, the drive shaft would not couple to the u-joint. I finally bumped the engine with the starter the joint and it just fell in.
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    If I had the cash money on hand and was in need of a new set, I think I would go ahead and get them. It appears to be a pretty good deal and if you decide you don't like them in 2 or 3 months, you'll probably be able to sell them for what you'll have in them.
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    Check the rear suspension. Make sure the rear shock is in good condition. That's a potential $800 problem. With the age and mileage, the rear shock very well good be worn out.
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    What model number are you looking at? Are you sure this is the top of the line or did the salesman just say that?
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    nope. only way is to upgrade the charging system. no way to get 6 gallons of water out of a 5 gallon bucket.
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    I read this a lot as well. The simple solution was to leave the door open a little bit to let it air out. That's what she does and there's no smell.
  7. flb_78
    If the plug is right there and it's easy to access, then yeah, I'd probably plug it in every night as long as it's a float style charger that turns off automatically when the battery is fully charged. I have one made by Schumacher. http://www.walmart.com/ip/Schumacher-SpeedCharge-Battery-Maintainer-and-Charger/13005742?sourceid=1500000000000003142050&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=13005742
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    woohoo!! We have a set of the Samsungs and they work great.
  9. flb_78
    They're exhaust pipes. The get hot, cold, and wet. They're close to the road getting knicked by rocks. If the bike is ridden at all, they're going to rust a little bit, especially along seams, connections and hardware. Usually a little elbow and wax will remove it though. Also, aren't Bubs known for their inferior plating?
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    Nice. Thanks for the update!
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    Well, the Mustang is wider which means more of her butt was on the seat. http://www.mustangseats.com/Product.aspx?ID=1258 That was the seat I had. The studs matched the ones on the factory saddlebags.
  12. flb_78
    FireFox user here. No problems at all.
  13. flb_78
    Dang, those are shiney. Are they steel or aluminum?
  14. flb_78
    I had an 03 Roadstar, Put 40,000 miles on it. Bike would pull like a freight train and I don't think the Venture or RSTD could outrun it and the fuel mileage was better. My only problem was the belt. After the 2nd belt broke in the middle of BFE New Mexico, I sold it. If Yamaha would put the shaft drive on the Roadstar or Roadliner, I'd buy it. I had a Mustang seat with the removable backrest. The passenger seat is much better then the OEM one.
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    I bought my 99 with a Tulsa Enterprises shield. It's a little taller then OEM. Replaced it with a Clearview XXL with vent. Replaced that with a Yamaha short shield. Out of the 3, I like the short shield the best. I have less buffeting with the short shield then I did with the either of the other shields. Im 6ft tall. I'll measure my shield later today and tell you the height.
  16. flb_78
    http://www.motorsports-network.com/yamaha/99mc/venture2.jpg That's what my 99 looks like. Purple side covers, rear fender and saddlebag lids.
  17. flb_78
    Paint scheme isn't right for a 99. Looks like a cross between the 2 Ventures available in 99.
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    http://www.journalgazette.net/article/20100806/BIZ/308069895/1197/FOCUS
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    http://www.tmcnet.com/usubmit/2006/04/17/1578026.htm
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    In Texas, I had ClearWire. It's a division of Sprint I believe. It was mostly OK for a wireless service. I don't believe it's available where you're at. What's your zip code?
  21. flb_78
    I had to change my pads with each rear tire, about 8000 miles. OEM pads both times. Im on my 2nd rear tire now with the HH pads.
  22. flb_78
    For 370 bux for a 200 watt amp, I better be able to hear the bike 2 counties over.
  23. flb_78
    your battery is going on 5 years old.
  24. flb_78
    That is horrible. I hope they lock him up and burn his cell.
  25. flb_78
    True Dat! Overcharge will cause the same problems.
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