Owen
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I guess I don't know much about the motorcycle market on the other side of the pond, but I find it at least ironic that HD would buy a company to which it had sold another. Referring to HD selling Aermacchi to Cagiva in the '70s and now buying the Cagiva brand back in the deal.
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Saw this in the Ny Times... a little short on details but interesting... some of the comments are also interesting. story
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It will be nice to meet some of the locals... Margaret and I will be there about 9:30
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I can probably make it Sunday. If you don't mind me taggin' along.
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Might I suggest Kennedy Technology Group as a possible source for your interfacing task... www.cellset.com has some interesting devices available. We use them for interfacing amateur radio equipment into the existing audio and com systems on bikes. The site is a little confusing but just give them a call with your gps, cell, bike, etc. and they will let you know what you should order. Just a thought...
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You know all this probably happened while visiting one of those Harley sites!
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How would your Yamaha Mechanic compare to these guys ?
Owen replied to BEER30's topic in Watering Hole
Having spent 10 years repairing aircraft electronics in the Air Force... I can totally understand both sides... :rotfl: -
I'm in Houston. No biggie here. Just a little needed rain for us. I'm sure the media will be playing it up big time but this is just a 'spring shower' for us.
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About 3 hours plus parts on front, around $500 About 2.5 hours plus parts on rear, around $350
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I have seen black birds flock like this around here as they are about to roost. Sorta looks like they were looking for a 'target', you know... maybe a 1st gen or something!
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My understanding has always been that you can procede on yellow if you are too close to the intersection to safely stop. I don't believe it has anything to do with clearing the intersection before it turns red. If you are in the intersection when it turns red you get a ticket, if you are not blocked by traffic.
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Handle bar wobble with no hands...
Owen replied to bugfish69's topic in Royal Star Venture Tech Talk ('99 - '13)
I have an '08 venture. I have ridden 'no hands' at 70 mph for about 30 seconds just to see how it would handle. No wobble, no drift. -
You are right, if you have the tools, talent and a place to accomplish it. Having none of the above, I chose to have it done at the dealer. Does that somehow make it wrong? I think not.
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My iPhone works well here...
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When we spoke to a barons rep, he suggested the replacement springs and all was better for the heavy Venture. So thats the way I went.
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Front kit number BA-7503RS Rear kit number BA-7530 You can search the part number on the Barons web page. The front kit is listed to fit the venture through '01 but it is the correct fit. I purchased mine from the local yamaha dealer and let them do all the work. The price was only about $10 more than listed at Barons.
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The leveling links will improve the handling no doubt. Clearance is decreased somewhat but the peg scraping still lets you know 'thats far enough'! I have not noticed any problem while cornering, and the control is greatly improved.
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Yep, the kick stand was an issue. Had to really watch how you parked. You could not turn the front wheel to the right while parked without the bike tipping over. Had a machine shop remove 3/4 in and weld it back together just below the 'loop'. Works just fine.
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There was no way I would be able to handle this bike, 2 up, and loaded for travel. Being somewhat short in stature, 30" inseam, I had the dealer lower the rear of the scoot by 1". They installed the Barons lowering kit. The difference in seating is very noticeable. Now I can sit flat footed with my feet out away from the bike by about 6" on either side. Before my feet were right next to the bike. This gives me the stability I needed for riding 2 up. The handling changed a lot and handles like a big pig in mud! And of course the lean angle has changed. The front kit was back ordered for almost a month. It finally arrived and has been installed.It was from Barons. It is also a performance upgrade. It was about $250. It replaced the springs, added gas cartridges and retained the stock air suspension. The handling on this bike is now nothing short of remarkable compared to having only the rear lowered. The bike no longer wallers around like a pig in mud. The steering is crisp without being 'twitchy'. Now a full lock u-turn with a passenger takes a mere 14 feet. Not bad! Also the 'top heavy' tendencies of the bike are all but gone (as much as a 850lbs bike can be). The front end is no longer soft. It is firm but no noticeable stiffness on bumps and pot holes. The handling is wonderful! Road 275 miles yesterday and enjoyed it all! Thumbs up to Barons for their front and rear kits! Front kit number BA-7503RS Rear kit number BA-7530 p.s. Had to modify the kick stand so the bike was not too upright when parked.
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There was one at the Texas Star BQ this year. Interesting vehicle however I don't see it the same as a motorcycle trike. It has a steering wheel and normal car type auto shifter.
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I will second 93 venture's suggestion. Possible coax cable or antenna problem.
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I have purchased from them several times. Nice products, accurate descriptions, and fast shipping.
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I've cussed at that Da@@ switch a lot!
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:rotf::rotf::rotf: sorry...
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Perhaps a little of both! Thought provoking!