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  • Birthday 04/26/1950

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    Doug

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    Floresville, Texas, United States

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    Floresville, Texas

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  • Bike Year and Model
    '05 Midnight RSV
  1. BigShell
    I got the Magic Jack early on but my wireless internet provider didn't provide a very good service. It was much better than dial-up or satellite but dropped packets and other problems made the VoIP very choppy. I didn't use it much and decided to take it off the computer. They didn't have an uninstall program and to really clean it up involved getting into the registry. It was not a quick or easy job. I understand now that they make an uninstall program available on their website. I also discovered something else when I was searching for a way to clean up the install. I often tend to get in a hurry and not rear the user agreement/license. Maybe they have changed things, but at the time: From the EULA (End User License Agreement): You also understand and agree that use of the magicJack device and Software will include advertisements and that these advertisements are necessary for the magicJack device to work ... Our computers may analyze the phone numbers you call in order to improve the relevance of the ads. I don't think I like that very much.
  2. BigShell
    Not sure about the box material but I did build a plywood floor covered with indoor/outdoor carpet and put on some tie-downs.
  3. BigShell
    +1 I've spent a lot of money on things I found here. Mostly comfort and safety stuff that make my rides all the better. I've probably paid for most or all of it with money saved by doing a lot of things myself (with the help of this site). My thanks to Don, the mods, and everyone who has taken the time to post a question, give an opinion, or write a tech article. Doug
  4. BigShell
    I don't recall a change that quickly, but mine have gotten a little louder over time. They are stock RK's... no mods. I have maybe 25k to 30k miles on them. I don't like loud pipes (I like to hear what's going on around me) and these are just fine!
  5. BigShell
    Everything is displaying and working fine for me.
  6. BigShell
    There are issues with the risers and the Chrome cover. I think some folks still use both though. From the Barons site: NOTE: This part has been tested to work with stock lines on Yamaha Royal Star Venture models. It has also been tested with a Baron Starbar to work with stock lines. Not for use with Yamaha chrome dash cover, or Yamaha one-piece riser cap. Good luck
  7. BigShell
    The most relaxing and peaceful ride I can remember was coming up I37 from Corpus Christi between 10 and midnight with a warm, steady rain coming down.
  8. BigShell

    VMAX rear end

    BigShell replied to a topic in Watering Hole

    I've been running the VMax rear for maybe 9k miles. I love the feel. The bike seems to like it, too. I've done mods that were good and some that were ok. This mod makes me smile.
  9. BigShell
    Working here. Near the bottom, right hand side it says: Download all Private Messages as: XML | CSV | Text Clicking Text downloads both the sent folder and the inbox (sent folder and messages followed by the inbox and messages). Works from either folder ( sent or inbox ). I know "Works for me" isn't much help to someone having a problem, but it is all I can offer.
  10. BigShell
    I'm a long time member in a similar group. Fathers Against Radical Teenagers. Yep, I'm an old FART.
  11. BigShell
    Definitely start hydrating a day or two ahead. Try to cool your body when you can. I have a foam liner in my helmet. I soak it at every stop. Amazing how much heat can be pulled from your body through your head. Really feels good. I also start the trip with several frozen bottles of water in a soft sided cooler. To thaw it out, I place it inside the front of my mesh jacket. Removes some body heat while thawing and once thawed, I drink it. Once in a while I find myself in a rest area where they are watering the grass. I've been known to sit under the sprinkler and get soaked head to toe. Lowers my body temp quite a bit and the first few miles on the bike really feel good!
  12. BigShell
    Try getting a little more pressure on the rubber plug using a small shim on the inside of the finned cover. Here are a couple of threads that explain the problem and fixes. http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=18100&highlight=rubber+plug http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=16522&highlight=rubber+plug
  13. BigShell
    Thanks... I needed that!
  14. BigShell
    I've put the RSTD bars on my bike. 2" taller, 2" wider, and 2.5" more pullback if I remember right. Here is a thread where I talked about them... http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=19543&highlight=rstd+bars
  15. BigShell
    +1 from me. I didn't get knee/shin pads, just the fleece lined cordura. I used to wear thermal underwear if it was below 40. Now I just wear these chaps over my jeans. I'm 6' 2" and near 400 lbs. Try finding chaps to fit... especially for a reasonable price. These didn't cost me any more than they would for you 'little' guys. I don't remember the ladies name who owns the company, but she was a pleasure to deal with.
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