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  1. Freebird
    I have the Zumo 550 hardwired to my bike but I never leave it on the bike. I just remove it from the cradle when I'm not using it. So I don't know if it would drain the battery or not.
  2. Freebird
    Brad, I'm not sure what you are saying. If you have the Mic Mutes installed, then you Do have to use it to talk on the intercom. That is what it's for. You just toggle the mics on and off with a quick press and release of the push to talk buttons. When you are done talking, another quick press and release turns them off again. That means they are not "live" all the time so you don't get all the noise. When using the CB, you just hold the push to talk button in as you normally would.
  3. Freebird
    hmmmmmm....maybe 1939? http://www.kunis.nl/bikesuk/
  4. Freebird
    Gotta run.....uh.....something in my eye. What an inspirational story. I'm thankful for all that I have.
  5. Freebird
    Yep...right about here: http://www.mic-mutes.com/ Now if you are coming to Maintenance Day, just let Bill know (he owns Mic-Mutes). He will be there and can bring it with him.
  6. Freebird
    Yea...I've noticed that too. Seems that ever since I passed that 50 year mark, I've become brittle and pretty much falling apart.
  7. Freebird
    OK folks. The time is getting near. If you haven't signed up on the calendar yet, please do so. At this time, it shows 159 Yes and 46 maybe. It will really help me to know how much food to order if I could narrow that down just a bit. If you signed YES and your plans have changed, please go back and remove your name. If you signed MAYBE but now know for sure, please remove your MAYBE if you are not going to attend and remove it and add YES if you are. Thanks Much. Here is the link to the calendar page. http://www.venturerider.org/forum/calendar.php?do=getinfo&e=153&day=2010-6-19&c=1
  8. Freebird
    Sure...pretty much the same thing.
  9. Freebird
    No, I'm not looking at anything. I think I'll still be riding my '99 RSV for a LONG time.
  10. Freebird
    I just learned from the manufacturer that USA orders should go through their USA distributor: http://www.calsportbike.com/gpx
  11. Freebird
    I have no idea what kind of tractor you have. I assume the VAC is a Case? Do you know what is wrong with the starter? Here is a repair kit but I'm not sure if it would work on your starter or not. http://cgi.ebay.com/Case-Tractor-VAC-Gas-Starter-Repair-Kit-MZ4114-/230405711470?cmd=ViewItem&pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item35a540266e
  12. Freebird
    Tech Talk area added for our Goldwing riders.
  13. Freebird
    A special bin in the Nut house for all our Wingnut friends.
  14. Freebird
    Take a look at this test. Anyway, mine will be installed soon and then I can give a better report on it. The one for our bikes does not have the ATRE though. http://www.webbikeworld.com/t2/healtech-gear-indicator/healtech-gipro.htm
  15. Freebird
    The question has been asked a few times if there was a gear indicator available for the Royal Star Venture and the Royal Star. I have been in contact with the same company that makes the Speedohealer and they do have one that will work on our bikes. I have been 100% pleased with the Speedohealer so decided to add the gear indicator also. This is a simple plug and play device that indicates what gear you are in. I just ordered one and will give a full report on it after I receive and install it but if this is something you have been interested in, you can find the information here. They told me that we should purchase from their USA Distributor: http://www.calsportbike.com/gpx but the manufacturers website is: http://www.healtech-electronics.com/ From the info they sent to me: The GIpro X-type will work great. Part number: "GIPRO-X-color + GPX-Y01" Where 'color' is either Red or Blue Price is $132.99
  16. Freebird
    The dimensions in the write-up are correct. Lay them beside the stock links and they will look almost the same. I don't remember now but there is only a fraction difference in the stock and the raising links. Diamond R I think uses the same dimension. This item was originally developed by Rick Butler and after he saw how great they worked, he gave the idea and measurements to Diamond R. They are great folks to deal with if you don't end up making your own. As for what you saw in a bike shop? I have no idea what they would be or how they would measure. I've never seen another company making them. Are you SURE that they were to RAISE the rear? Baron's makes a kit but it lowers the rear.
  17. Freebird
    LOL...now that was good.
  18. Freebird
    I have seen that article on the V4 Harley before but don't see anything about them selling the design to Yamaha. I think the Yamaha is their own design. There have been a number of V4 engines over the years. The Venture and Yamaha are not the only ones.
  19. Freebird
    Actually, the VMAX came from the V4 Venture.
  20. Freebird
    The ones that I had used a permanent/non-removable steel baffle. No packing of any kind. I think you could have almost dropped a golf ball through them. I later tried the Khromewerks and liked them much better. Not quiet as loud and re-packable. I also think they were finished better.
  21. Freebird
    I used to have them on mine. They were just too loud for me. I would say maybe a bit louder than the Nasty Boys.
  22. Freebird

    Insurance cost

    Freebird replied to a topic in Watering Hole

    It always amazes me the difference that we all report in our insurance rates. I know there are a LOT of variables. Location, credit score, driving record, etc. Still seems to be a wide range. Like I said, I have always carried liability only on my RSV and it has always been about $75.00 per year. I did price full coverage a while back though and it was only $235.00 per year. That was with Progressive and is who I have had for 11 years.
  23. Freebird
    Mine has a little. Nothing that I consider excessive though.
  24. Freebird
    I've been using Mobil 1 Racing 4T 10W-40 in my '99 for almost 11 years. I have no desire to try anything different. http://www.mobiloil.com/USA-English/MotorOil/Oils/Mobil1_Racing_4T_10W-40.aspx
  25. Freebird

    Insurance cost

    Freebird replied to a topic in Watering Hole

    $75.00 per year is about what I pay but that is for liability only.
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