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  1. Freebird
    Yep, it was Dragonrider. Here is the thread. http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=48441
  2. Freebird
    Somebody here did it I think. I believe, but am not sure, that Lewis (Dragonrider) did it.
  3. Freebird
    I don't think that anybody would be offended. Also, I know Ponch well enough to say that he would want credit to go where it is due. It's all good and I thank everybody who was involved because it truly is a great idea.
  4. Freebird
    They should absolutely be covered under warranty. If you are impatient and don't want to wait, there are several options that will work. Pioneer, Polk, etc. Really nothing special about them. I don't think you will see a lot, if any, improvement in sound though. Since you are taking it in for the cassette deck anyway, you may as well make them replace the speakers.
  5. Freebird
    I have already replied in the other thread so won't repeat it here.
  6. Freebird
    Looks like it came from the factory that way. Very nice.
  7. Freebird
    No problem. The other site is venturers.org
  8. Freebird
    I agree completely. That's why I love the Mic-Mutes. We just quickly toggle the mics on and off.
  9. Freebird
    Yep...that's where the word "QUICKSILVER" came from.
  10. Freebird
    There's not really a definitive answer to that. They seem to vary a bit. I think mine will usually start sputtering about 20 miles after the low fuel light comes on. Sometimes I don't even notice the light and will just feel it losing power as it runs out of gas. I just reach down then and switch it to reserve. Some folks leave it on reserve all the time and just use the lights but like I said, I sometimes don't even notice them. If I DO notice the low fuel light, I'll usually just switch it to reserve right then and get gas at the next place I come to.
  11. Freebird
    Let's just say that it wasn't a good partnership.
  12. Freebird
    I find that information to be questionable at best. Comparisons between the RSV and MRSV make absolutely no sense. They even show a 2 HP difference and we all know that these bikes have the exact same engines.
  13. Freebird
    Yes, I would love to see some larger pictures. What I can see looks great.
  14. Freebird
    OK folks, I'm sorry about the delay but the VRAssistance files have FINALLY been updated. The newest versions can be downloaded from the first post of this thread. Thank you for your patience.
  15. Freebird
    He's doing OK folks. He stopped by the house on Saturday. He has had a lot going on this summer. His mother has been sick and he has made a couple of trips to be with and help her. He's fine though.
  16. Freebird
    You'll get answers all across the spectrum. Do a search for Garmin and you'll find a LOT of threads on this subject. I personally use the Zumo 665 because I love the built in XM and MP3 but if you don't need those things, there are much cheaper options.
  17. Freebird
    Just so you know, Phil sent me an email about joining up here and I told him that would be fine. I will be adding him to our member vendor section so he can keep you all updated on any special offers and etc.
  18. Freebird
    There is a list of individual part numbers in the tech library but I've never seen mention of an actual kit.
  19. Freebird
    ah...OK. I guess it just never bother me. I guess it is pretty well hidden on the RSV due to the trunk.
  20. Freebird
    Either you used a different one than most of us did or else I'm not sure what you are talking about. Did you use the one that is shown in this thread? http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=3768
  21. Freebird
    Well, if it had a built in XM or Sirius, that just means that I would have to pay for yet another subscription. I much prefer my stand alone unit in the Garmin 665 that I can move around from one vehicle to another. I honestly am surprised that anybody expected to see anything new. If there was an entirely new RSV on the radar, there would have been at least SOME leaked information about it. I never expected to see any updates to the current bike. If and when we see a new Venture, I fully expect that it will be totally new, not just small changes to what we have now. It does worry me a bit that they made updates to the Stratoliner. NAV system and etc. They appear to be moving it more and more towards a full blown tourer. About the only things remaining are a tour pak and cruise control. Not sure if it has intercom or not but those are very simple things to ad. I HOPE that is not the future of the Venture. I think it's a nice bike but certainly not a Venture.
  22. Freebird
    I'll have to check it out either tonight or over the weekend. Gotta see if you AT LEAST got a plug in for VentureRider.org. Can you post a direct link to the interview?
  23. Freebird
    I agree with Rick that the bike needs very few changes. I've had mine for well over 12 years now and it's the first bike that I have ever owned for more than about a year. Yes, I've looked at others over the years. I think the Ultra Classic is a beautiful bike and I am intrigued by the new Victory Cross Country but neither excite me enough to replace my RSV with one. Fuel injection might be nice but I'm not unhappy with the way my carbs work. Cassette deck? Who cares. It is hidden anyway and mine is long gone and replaced with gauges. I really prefer NOT having a built in NAV system and/or satellite radio. I have XM, NAV and MP3 in my Garmin and much prefer that to any built in system because I can move mine back and forth from the bike to my work car. Yes, it would be nice to see Yamaha make some changes. It would add some new excitement to the line. For me though, I'm still pretty happy with the RSV. My biggest fear is that when they finally DO update it, they will go to more of the Goldwing or even sport touring type format. I love the cruiser styling and if they did that, it would mean that when I finally DO get ready to buy a new bike, I would be looking at the Ultra or the Cross Country.
  24. Freebird
    Rear hub. Left side of bike. Black cable going into it.
  25. Freebird
    I'll repeat my prediction. There will be NO new Venture. There may very well be no Venture at ALL.
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