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  1. NewfoundlandVenture
    Hi. Hoping someone is still following this thread! I just noticed this weekend that my rear shock is leaking fluid, but still holding air. '06 RSV with 33000 KM. Looking for an opinion... I've got a 3000 KM solo ride coming up in about 3 weeks, so timelines are getting tight. Since the shock is still holding air, should I rush to get this shock replaced before the ride, or worry about it after the ride? Delivery times to my neck of the woods in the "far end" of Canada can be tough, so I'd likely not see a replacement for 2 weeks. Any opinions?? Since I'm working "back there", the Previous Previous owner lowered the bike in the rear. I've been thinking about going back to stock height, since I don't really need the lowering. Is there anything that likely would have been replaced other than the original "arm 1" (4XY-2217M-00-00 from the 1999 parts manual).
  2. NewfoundlandVenture
    Just noticed this thread was continuing on... So far I've had no other issue with the CB. Shortly after doing the reconnect between cable and antenna, I completed a 3000 KM 5 day ride with 2 friends who have CB's on their bikes. We had no problems back and forth, even in the 1-2 KM range on twisty roads through hills and valleys. As for receiving before the fix... In a loose five bike formation I could receive from the bike at the rear while i was at the front, but could not transmit further than the bike next in formation behind me. let's say receiving 200-300 ft at least, but sending no more than 30-40 ft. Not knowing much about CB's I couldn't explain why it was that way... I'm just glad it$ working now:cool10:
  3. NewfoundlandVenture
    Thanks for the help everyone... After doing a front to back inspection on connections, etc. I found that the antenna wire had become disconnected from the base of the antenna. I have the original antenna... there is a post inside the antenna mounting bracket which makes contact with the antenna wire as it comes through the bottom of the bracket. Over time, tightening the antenna, etc., the post was pulled up, losing contact with the wire. A simple fix in the end!
  4. NewfoundlandVenture
    Thanks for the great advice everyone. I'm in a small town, so a dedicated CB shop isn't an option. Never done CB diagnostics, but I've seen a couple youtube video's now! lol So, wanting to do this as cost effectively as possible, would an SWR meter like this.... http://www.ebay.ca/itm/131114855315?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649 ....do the job? I don't know if there are a myriad of different connection types, and if so, what do we have on the first gen venture? Thanks!
  5. NewfoundlandVenture
    Hi. I have an '89 1300. CB has been working great, but started to have problems last riding season. I can receive a signal fine from a fair distance, beyond visual range, but I can only transmit to bikes within roughly 50 ft. of me. I"m not really familiar with CB's. Any thoughts on where to start hunting down this problem and possible culprits? My buddies are starting to get annoyed with my hand signals while riding! Thanks all!
  6. NewfoundlandVenture
    I have the J&M Basic set, and have no problems quality wise. Sound for conversation is very good, mic pickup is great. No problem to hear music, even at highway speeds, but you wouldn't think you are in a concert hall or anything. Depends on how important that is to you - me, I don't listen to a lot of music while riding. My primary uses are the intercom and the CB. I agree with the comments about the size of the mic in the full face version. My wife and son use the full face, and there is very little extra space when helmet on/offing. I wear a 3/4 with a boom, and that works great. I find the ear pieces don't take much room inside the helmet as well. In Canada, I've bought my 3 sets from Radioworld.ca, based out of Toronto. Being in a small town, there isn't much available at the local dealers, but you may find pricing just as competitive locally in Edmonton.
  7. NewfoundlandVenture
    This is an old post, but it just came in handy. I've been keeping an eye out for a replacement set for my '89 VR. Happened upon a set last week and wanted to make sure I had the right size, so I did a quick forum search, found this post and it turns out what I found was the exact same model Gary had posted the pictures of! In case anyone else is looking, I bought these for $15.88 at XSCargo in Canada. They are a liquididator type of store, so stock varies, but if they had a load of these in, you might have a chance of getting some. It's a pretty good sound, and the fit was perfect for the bike. I'd say it took me less than an hour and half to do both speakers. Thanks to all who posted in this thread.
  8. NewfoundlandVenture
    I wouldn't mind having a spare around as well... I'll send you a PM bob with my address, and if you haven't given them all out we can see what it would take to get one here.
  9. NewfoundlandVenture
    I bought mine from Jafrum.com.... don't really know how these compare to others on price or quality, but I've been satisfied. I'm on my 4th riding season with them, and haven't had any issues... I got a lined pair, and they are easy to put on, and provide good wind and temperate protection. Up here in Newfoundland, temperature protection is important!
  10. NewfoundlandVenture
    This is something I was thinking about as well, but I didn't know what to get for my first gen... other than waterproof, i wasn't sure of size. Does the firstgen use 4" as well? My speakers are actually quite crackly, so an upgrade could really help me.
  11. NewfoundlandVenture
    Tim, lonestarmedic made a number of sets and sold them, the thread is here... http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=35727&page=3 if that link works! If not, it is called "1st Gen Battery cables". I got a set, very well done, and made a great improvement to starting. I think there may have been some issues, so not sure if he is still making some, but I'd definitely recommend it if he is.
  12. NewfoundlandVenture
    I had a spare set made last year. Instead of duplicating my original keys, which are a little worn, the LS looked it up on the computer and made the keys from that. He gave me the numbers in case I ever need to get more made. I have three keys... somewhere along the way (before me), one of the helmet locks was replaced, and it isn't keyed the same as the other lock and rest of the luggage.
  13. NewfoundlandVenture
    The fork brace is an upgrade I would definitely recommend. I did mine last year, and there is no doubt about the improvement in handling. I haven't considered springs yet, simply because I haven't noticed any issues when driving... maybe it will be a winter upgrade, then I can what I'm missing. I know the discussion is about suspension upgrades here, but I'd also say that if anyone has a 1st gen and hasn't upgrades the stock battery cables, it has to go on the list of must upgrades. Since replacing my cables this year with much heavier cables from lonestarmedic / JB, starting is dramatically improved. When hot, my VR barely wanted to turn over, now there is no hesitation. I can't sing the praises of this upgrade enough!
  14. NewfoundlandVenture
    Geoff, The manual and parts diagrams for the VR can be found in this forum http://www.venturerider.org/forum/forumdisplay.php?f=90 Welcome to the site, it's a great spot for all the advice you'll need. Kevin
  15. NewfoundlandVenture
    Glad to hear you're just about there JB. I'm looking forward to getting a set when you get a price nailed down for Canada. First ride of the season on Saturday past... a balmy 18C with the sun shining... of course I woke up to -3C and frost this morning, but we're getting there! Thanks for all the effort! K
  16. NewfoundlandVenture
    Thanks for the update, JB. I, as well as everyone else here I'm sure, appreciate you taking this one up. Kevin
  17. NewfoundlandVenture
    Hey JB, I'm in for a set of these cables as well. I'm not sure of the specifics of what needs to be replaced, I guess I'll figure that out when I get into it. I bought my '89 last spring and went the summer with that slow cranking.... you always wonder if it just isn't going to turn over, especially when it gets cold here in the fall! You can post a reply here, or pm me, whatever is best for you. Kevin
  18. NewfoundlandVenture
    It's usually early May... That isn't warm weather riding, but you can get out.... the snow is often in the woods here until late may, and the ocean ice doesn't usually go until late May... so both of those contribute to cooler temperatures, even though the snow will usually be gone in town by the end of April. July and August are usually the warm months here, and by warm, i mean getting up over 20C consistently. I snowmobile as well, and I have ridden into early May month in some years! but usually mid April I give that up.
  19. NewfoundlandVenture
    Thanks to both of you! 3 months may be optimistic.... that's only the end of April! K
  20. NewfoundlandVenture
    Hey Paul, do you have any more cables available? If so, I'd like to buy a set myself.. please msg me or post a reply here, and we can make the arrangements. Thanks Kevin
  21. NewfoundlandVenture
    Hi All, Well, winter has a firm lock here in Newfoundland, and my VR will be sleeping for another 2 - 3 months yet, but I've gotta start thinking about the spring, so I have two questions 1. I want to upgrade my battery cables from stock before the next season... anyone know when I can get the heavier cables now? That slow engine crank really makes me nervous sometimes! 2. I replaced my stator last year, and I know I didn't seal that stator wire up as good as it should have been. It was seeping oil all fall. I read somewhere about a sealant - I think from Yamaha - that could be used. I don't want to be dripping oil next summer, those Harley guys think it's funny! Thanks in Advance!
  22. NewfoundlandVenture
    I know what you mean Brian... not as cold down here in Newfoundland yet... but I know it is coming... I had what was probably my last ride on Thursday, it was a balmy 11C here... temps are around 5C > 7C avg daytime now, dipping down below 0C at night. I've got the bike in the garage, not winterized yet, just in case, but I'll probably do it in another two weeks. Now it is just waiting for snow for the sled, which is unfortunately another month and a half away at least... it's the in between "rain - snow - rain" time that's a bummer!
  23. NewfoundlandVenture
    Thanks Squeeze, gotta head to the shop and pick one up.
  24. NewfoundlandVenture
    Hi. I am wondering if anyone knows how I can find out a bolt size, thread size, etc. The part number is 90153-10015-00 and it is the fill plug from my rear brake reservoir... I took it out this evening, and dropped it when it came out of the hole... can't find the dang thing anywhere! Thanks!
  25. NewfoundlandVenture
    My 89 VR is beginning to give an intermitant scraping in the rear brake. I'm not sure what starts it, maybe bumps in the road, or what makes it go away again. It is still there with the clutch disengaged, but goes away when the brake foot peddle is applied, returns when the peddle is released. The rotar doesn't feel scared, and the caliper assembly feels solidly attached. Is it likely just pads worn out? Is there anything else I should be looking at when I start taking it apart. I've got the rear caliper schematic so feel free to quote ref. #'s if you want. As well, any suggestions for after market or well priced brake parts online?
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