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  1. Freebird
    OK folks...one of our members who wishes to remain anonymous has donated two riding jackets to be given away. I've been thinking about how to do it though and have decided to give them away as door prizes at maintenance day. I'm not 100% sure of the brand but I think they are Texport Duratrak. Whatever, they are very nice jackets. 3/4 length heavy cordura nylon with removable armor. Both are black with yellow trim. One is a large and the other is an extra large. I'm really just posting this so that the member doesn't think that I'm KEEPING them for myself. Now you have another incentive to make it to my Maintenance Day.
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    I've never been there but this looks like it. http://www.billsbikebarn.com/
  3. Freebird
    I don't think there is a picture writeup anywhere. It is basically the same as bleeding brakes on a car if you have ever done that though. To do the front brakes, you remove the cover on the reservoir on the right handlebar. Make sure it is topped off with brake fluid. There is a bleeder screw on the bottom of the brake calipers. I usually start with the left one but on these bikes, it really doesn't matter. You may need somebody to help you but it can be done alone if you can reach the bleeder screw and the brake lever. Pull in the brake lever and while you have it pulled in, looses off on the bleeder screw. Then while you still have the lever pulled in, re-tighten the screw. Then release the lever. You repeat this process over and over until you have finally pumpled all the air out of the lines. It could take a while. Two things to watch for. Make sure that you always re-tighten the screw before releasing the lever. Make sure that the keep the reservoir full enough that you don't suck more air into the system. OH...and make SURE you don't drip any brake fluid on any painted surfaces because it WILL remove paint. I usually hold a towel under the reservoir when I am adding fluid. You basically do the clutch the exact same way except the bleeder screw is on the left side of the engine. Under a rubber flap. Hopefully some others will join in here with some tips to make it easier.
  4. Freebird
    Really sorry to hear of your and the families loss. From all you have written, he was obviously a very special person. Please know that you are in our prayers.
  5. Freebird
    No problem. Thanks for looking. I got little plastic bags with mine that have some clear side plates in them but none of the covers. I'll find an old helmet or something eventually. The N41 has been discontinued now.
  6. Freebird
    I used the stock weights also. If you don't have a welder, I provided instructions on how I did it here: [ame=http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=11122]Installing weights on Flanders bars - VentureRider.Org[/ame]
  7. Freebird
    Are you commuting 128 miles one way or round trip? If round trip, are you saying that you can't do 128 miles on a tank of gas? Sure seems low.
  8. Freebird
    I've lost one of the covers over the visor screw on my Nolan N41 helmet. I've looked everywhere for a replacement and even ordered a couple of times but always get a email back saying that it is not available. So, if you have an old Nolan N41 that you want to sell, please let me know. I don't care if the helmet is totally trashed out, I just need the small covers on the side that cover the allen screw for the shield. I'll pay you for the helmet, you can send me the covers and then through the helmet away.
  9. Freebird
    Yes, but he said that he needed to buy one to trade with somebody.
  10. Freebird
    I don't know but here is his contact info. Telephone360-556-1733Postal address Roy Puchalski, P.O. Box 142, Roy WA 98580Electronic mail Sales and Customer Support: venturedad@earthlink.net
  11. Freebird
    I don't think anybody here has done a step by step pictorial, I wish somebody would. At any rate, you will need to bleed the clutch and brakes if you change the cables.
  12. Freebird
    I've posted in the Merchandise section that I am out of Guardian Bells but I actually have two or three still if you need one. Just send me a PM.
  13. Freebird
    I would like to know how you guys are even FINDING the I basket. It was reported long ago that Yamaha was not selling the basket and it could only be obtained through the regional reps. When I do a search for it at Partshark or anywhere else, all I see listed is the H baskets.
  14. Freebird
    You don't have to rewire the entire system. Just pick up a 12" adapter cable at many truckstops or from walcottcb online. On the FM side, just cut off the cable right at the antenna and crimp or solder a new connector on. Very simple.
  15. Freebird
    No, I don't see how they could. They are entirely different.
  16. Freebird
    If your antennas are on the wrong side, they are most likely NOT going to the correct units as the stock cable from the CB would not reach the unit if it's mounted on the wrong side.
  17. Freebird
    I've never owned one but know several people who have. They were all generally happy with them but I remember something about a problem with a rear engine seal or something that was an expensive repair I think.
  18. Freebird
    Don't worry about that. I've learned to always keep a lookout now when I'm around this bunch.
  19. Freebird
    I could probably make it from stop to stop without it but that's not the point. The point is that I LIKE sipping on my coffee from time to time while I'm riding. I enjoy it. I could car less about a status symbol or anything else. It just adds to my enjoyment ... period. I travel daily for my job in my company car and there is seldom a time when I don't have a cup of coffee with me.
  20. Freebird
    Folks...I was just looking again at the park site and the thing about cabins must be reserved for a week during the summer is a real concern to me. I hope that you guys check on this soon and then we can talk about it again. To some, this will probably be a deal breaker. It also said that during other times, you must combine a Friday and Saturday night.
  21. Freebird
    I can see why some would rather have it on a weekend. It would enable those who are closer to possibly make it without using any vacation time. On the other hand, it would mean that those who are further away would have to at least split some vacation time over the week before and the week after due to travel days. I was a bit surprised to see Mon-Wed though. I think we have normally done them on Tue-Th. Don't know that it really matters.
  22. Freebird
    Yea, that could be a difference. The RSV does have a low fuel light but it's not in the speedo but the lower left of the fairing.
  23. Freebird
    That is correct. I use Firefox and it works that way. The only option available for IE is ISpell where you have to right click on and choose check spelling or use the ISpell icon in the upper right of this box.
  24. Freebird
    I used to have a set of Samson turnouts and they were LOUD but never got any louder. They had permanent steel bafflers that never needed repacking. Don't know if yours are the same or not.
  25. Freebird
    Looks great Lewis. Almost looks like the 2003 Harley Anniversary Edition Venture.
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