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  1. Freebird
    Heck...I missed the subtext too. I KNEW it had to be a joke though. Those two are soul mates. I'm not even sure that they aren't physically connected somewhere.
  2. Freebird
    WHAT? Now there has to be more to this story. I'm hoping that this is some kind of joke. You two seemed so perfect together. So.....please don't leave us hanging here. Some things are NOT meant to be joked about.
  3. Freebird
    Let me check with my wife...maybe you can move in with us. on second thought.....maybe I should leave it alone.
  4. Freebird
    Symantec does know about it and if you use Symantec, you are already protected against it. I figure most other virus protection programs have you covered also. It's those that are not practicing safe computing who would be in trouble. http://www.symantec.com/norton/theme.jsp?themeid=conficker_worm Note: The article also points out that if your Windows is up to date, you are also protected.
  5. Freebird
    A LOT of people have had that problem. Many have been replaced under warranty. Mine cracked a couple of years after the warranty ran out. I just used some JB Weld on the inside to repair it. Always seems to be the left side too.
  6. Freebird
    Don't get discouraged. If they turn out nice and you post a picture I'm sure there will be more interest than you think.
  7. Freebird
    Trying again. If it works, here is an attachment of what I see when I right click on the menu bar of IE8.
  8. Freebird
    Well heck, I did a screen shot to show you what I see but this awful internet connection at the hotel is not letting me upload files. I'll post it later when I have a better connection.
  9. Freebird
    Folks, there is a picture and dimensions in the VentureRider Merchandise section here: http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=1486
  10. Freebird
    IE8 is pretty much the same way. Just right click on the menu bar and then select customize. It will give you options of large icons, icons with text, etc.
  11. Freebird
    YAWN....how boring is THAT. Geezzz...........you need to experiment more. By the way, are you planning to come to maintenance day? We missed you last year.
  12. Freebird
    To my knowledge, there has been no change in gearing from 1999 to the present models. Yamaha has a couple of different clutch baskets that they will change out if there is a bad problem with the clutch basket chirping. These are typically known as "I" baskets, "H" baskets, etc.
  13. Freebird
    I caught site of one this evening also. On 270 south of Columbus. Looked like an '85 maybe. Red and black. I was headed the opposite direction.
  14. Freebird
    Dan, I am sorry that you felt the need to sell your bike. BUT...I'll say it again...I still expect to see you at Maintenance Day even if you take the bus. I'll even pick up you at the bus stop.
  15. Freebird
    Heck...I actually thought it was MY little joke that upset you. I would have let Mike fight him own friggin battles. No problem, all it forgotten and I'm sorry if I over reacted.
  16. Freebird
    No problem. I am not one to thwart free enterprise. One word of caution, be careful trying to go longer. Diamond R actually makes their's about a half inch shorter than stock because the original ones will crack from hitting the front fender trim rail of those who have installed that option.
  17. Freebird
    My Avon's are a year old and have no cracks. I'm very pleased with them. That being said, my previous tries were Michelin Commanders and I was very happy with them also. If anybody has doubts about the Avons, I would suggest either the Michelin Commanders or the Dunlop Elite 3. I've not tried the Elite 3's but have heard good reports on them.
  18. Freebird
    Jeff, Are you talking about the lower wind deflectors? If so, I already have the polished stainless steel ones from Diamond R and they are top notch. Not trying to discourage you but just saying that you may be re-inventing the wheel.
  19. Freebird
    Like I said, it's all in fun. There is a lot of great help here and a lot of great folks who will bend over backwards to do so. The fun and joking gets mingled into that. Just the way it is. You can decide if you wish to accept that or not.
  20. Freebird
    You know, there is a lot of fun teasing that goes on here. I've owned 3 first gens and they are great bikes. I listen to teasing all the time here about how slow our second gens are. I take it in the joking manner in which it is offered. I'm not rich either. If I had to buy another bike right now, I would probably do without. If you are that thin skinned then by all means pay your membership fee and join the other site. No offense was meant but if you get offended that easily, you have probably joined the wrong group. Let me know if you want your membership/profile here deleted. I try to run a nice site and am here to enjoy the company, not respond to this type of thing.
  21. Freebird
    If those of you who are still riding the first gens will look in a mirror...you will find your dipstick. JUST KIDDING...I just thought of that and couldn't let it pass by.
  22. Freebird
    One thing I forgot to mention on mine. On the adapter that I bought, the hex shape for the wrench to fit on to tighten it went all the way down. It was hitting the raised edge around the threaded hole where you screw it in. I used my bench grinder to grind it smooth to about a half inch up so that it did not hit the raised rim. This allowed it to tighten down completely without hitting. I think my adapter was a different brand than the one that Goose bought and yours may be like his and this may not be necessary. After grinding it though and then using Permatex thread sealer and the washer from the non-foul adapter, I had no leaks at all. I got it pretty tight. Should have used a torque wrench so I could report how tight I tightened it but didn't do so, sorry.
  23. Freebird
    One thing I forgot to mention on mine. On the adapter that I bought, the hex shape for the wrench to fit on to tighten it went all the way down. It was hitting the raised edge around the threaded hole where you screw it in. I used my bench grinder to grind it smooth to about a half inch up so that it did not hit the raised rim. This allowed it to tighten down completely without hitting. I think my adapter was a different brand than the one that Goose bought and yours may be like his and this may not be necessary. After grinding it though and then using Permatex thread sealer and the washer from the non-foul adapter, I had no leaks at all. I got it pretty tight. Should have used a torque wrench so I could report how tight I tightened it but didn't do so, sorry.
  24. Freebird
    Unfortunately, I don't know of an actual rebuild kit. Individual parts are usually available from a Yamaha dealer. Maybe somebody else here has a source for a kit but I've never seen one. You can pick up complete sets of carbs sometimes on Ebay for a decent price. If they are that bad, that is something you may want to consider.
  25. Freebird
    This was sent to me by a friend from the MTA. There is some good info here. A lot of it is common sense but worth reviewing. http://www.calsci.com/motorcycleinfo/Accidents.html
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