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  1. 84xj1100
    My Fellow Venture Riders, I'm initiating my final post as a member of this forum as I've decided to sell my 86 Venture. I would first like to ammend Skydocs post "Saying Goodbye To An Old Friend" as I haven't totally given up riding, just the Venture. I will be riding my wife's Yamaha Virago 750 (she rarely uses) which is a lot lighter and more manageable. I've been retired for almost 2 yrs now and only ride locally and a lot less frequently, so I really can't justify keeping the Venture. I would also like to acknowledge the superior quality of this forum, it's members, their knowledge and helpfulness throughout the past 9 or so years. In my opinion this forum IS the epitome of the Yamaha Venture.......anything anybody could ever possibly want to know can be found on this forum or from one of it's members. I must tell you all that anytime I see a Venture, I approach the rider and the first thing I ask is if they've heard of this forum. If they haven't, I ensure they're made fully aware of the wealth of knowledge and expertise this forum has to offer. I will miss being a member of this community but will still read the forum from time to time. I would like also to thank you all for being there whenever I needed assistance, especially Skydoc who I've never met but am indebted to for all his help throughout the years. I would also like to thank Freebird for allowing me the opportunity to say farewell. I leave you all with one final word.........for those of you who may remember the TV show "Hill Street Blues" (at the end of each shift brief, the Sgt's final words) "Hey, Hey, Let's Be Careful Out There."
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    I'm glad to finally be back on my favourite site....... It's been almost 2 years and so much has happened.......I've moved, done a pile of renovations, retired after 37 years in the RCAF, took up kayaking and put less than 3k km's on the old girl (86 Venture). The changes on the site look incredible........I hope you're all doing well.......looking forward to this season. Ed
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    would an xj count??? I've owned an xj1100 for more than 25 years....it was the successor to the xs1100
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    If you have a first gen....all I do is remove the headlight and I reach in through there. If you have a second gen......well I'm sure someone else will chime in
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    I have exactly the same problem occuring.......it started last year.......I ride with high beam on most of the time, it's a random indicator light that has a tendency to turn off once I've been riding for a while....it'll also go off if I switch to low beam. Plse let us/me know if you find a cold solder on the board. PS my indicator will also go off if I have the headlight out (still connected) an I move around the wiring harness connected to the headlight.
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    I actually had the same problem and discovered two things, First my plug wires were bad/old - I sprayed them (sealed them) that helped but didn't cure the problem. I would have to ride for 20 - 30 kms after washing or in the rain (?10 - 15 miles?) and then the bike would perform the way it should. Between the time I initially sprayed the wires and got around to replacing them, I found one of the wire connections to the plug cap wasn't good. The braided spark plug wire had retracted slightly inside the cover and wasn't making good contact. I cut 1/4'' off the plug wire and reinstalled the cap which helped as well. I eventually got round to replacing the plug wires = problem solved.
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    Not to insult yer intelligence......something my dad would always say.....did you check the obvious? I would start with the fuses......main fuse, fuse panel and all the connections leading to it. I say this because everything except the radio is out (it may be wired direct to the battery??) Then move to the ignition switch and the battery itself (as was mentioned)
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    Thanks for the input folks......that gives me a much better idea of the possibilities and options:thumbsup:
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    For those with auxilliary driving/fog lamps......where and how do you have them mounted? I've read several articles on wiring them and I'm ok in that department. What I'm mulling over is where did you mount them? Do you have them mounted to the fairing?, clamped to the engine guards? Did you have to drill holes in the fairing or is there a specific mounting bracket? Any advise is welcome......and as I've so often read here "pics would be better."
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    Jay, Short answer = you should have no problem. Personally I'm about 5'6" and I ride a first gen (which I believe has a higher seat) with no problem.......I've been on 2nd gen's (not really my style - 1st gen's rule) and found the seat height to be a little lower than mine so you really shouldn't have any trouble. Ed:thumbsup2:
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    RandyR, Maybe it's just the medic in me here, but when someone comes toward me snappin on a pair of rubber gloves it normally only means one thing........
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    Could you imagine the uproar from south of the boarder if that would have happened to an American Citizen entering Canada???? Do the words "international incident" mean anything to you??? As they say, you could do 1000 good deeds and no one remembers but one thing wrong and it's never forgotten. Why is it that some American citizens won't even wear their own flag/flag pin when they travel abroad??? Could it be that they realize the rest of the world has a tarnished view of them?? You're right, there are two sides to every story. I don't know anything about this organization but from what I read it would seem that this "job" was more educational than work related. Wonderful treatment for someone looking for an education (guess she got one). If you're gonna refuse someone entry into the country just say no and send them on their merry way........what's up with the humiliation of a strip search? Not only do I have relatives living south of the boarder but I know quite a number of fine upstanding folks throughout the US and I know there are far more, but it's incidents like these that have a tendancy to :depressed:tarnish:depressed: the image of the red, white and blue. Perhaps a little "sensitivity" training would be in order?
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    Jean, I've never met you or Earl however he was one of the first to welcome me to this site and go out of his way to help me out. I know he's a kind hearted, dedicated and helpful individual and I truely feel for him. Plse help him to get back on his feet by strappin his butt to the the bed until he recovers. Don't worry about shipping delays and repairs.....Earl comes first and foremost. Best Regards for a speedy recovery.
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    WOW what a difference!!!!! I had no idea the old ones (original from what I can gather from the forum) were in such rough shape. It almost feels like power steering or something........the front end is higher/seat height is noticably different at a stop, not to mention the fact that when I dismount it feels like an ejection seat. I ended up putting 15wt fork oil in with appox 5psi. When I put her back together, I used about 1/4" of the spacer provided and even at that it was quite a feat getting that plug back in. Thank you all for your input as well as this forum (once again) for the help, advise and being such a magnificent reference source.
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    Thanks so much, as always folks, for your input. I plan on tackling the job this weekend so if anyone else wants to chime in feel free. If anyone has any tips, tricks or hints I'm all ears (so to speak)
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    Put in an order for the progressive fork springs...there on the way...one of the boys here at work mentioned the use of Dextron VI (transmission fluid) in lieu of 10wt fork oil. I took a peek on my greatest reference tool (this site) and found little info on the subject. It would appear that some folks have done it but I'm just wondering what the ramifications, if any, there are or would be. Plse chime in......
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    Paul, Just read yer post and perhaps have a little to offer. First of all, if you really look at any Japanese motorcycle they are all topheavy, the degree of which depends on a lot of factors. First let me point out what I learned from a Harley (yeah I know) rider years ago. If you draw an imaginary line from the front axle to the rear axle and look at what's above that on a Japanese bike, compared to what is there on a Harley, you'll see why they are topheavy. I had a student one time that had a really difficult time on our Japanese course bikes and just barely passed the test. Two weeks later she dropped by to show us her new 883 Sportster, which she handled like a pro. The Harley was significantly heavier but that weight was distributed below that imaginary line making it less top heavy and far easier to handle. If you think about that line and picture how much higher you sit (more so if you happen to be taller and/or heavier) on the Venture than you would your XJ for example, and everything else that's above that line it's pretty significant and I would think this would add to a feeling of topheaviness. That being said something else perhaps you should consider is going back to basics. Have you ever had the Canada Safety Council Rider Crse?? If so, then remember the first few lessons that preached to keep you head up look toward the horizon and not directly or even a car or two ahead. This certainly helps with balance. I can't recall if you had mentioned your whether or not your braking system had been de-linked. Although the XJ1100 has the same system (linked front and rear) and you may have been used to it on the XJ, the Venture has what, 100 lbs on her and that may add to your feeling of instability. Hope this helped.....give me a buzz if you want to do coffee again and maybe we could do a little brainstorming.
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    Well, I gotta tell ya, as a Defensive Driving Instructor the concept of someone arguing that they didn't run a red is no big surprise. At the beginning of each class I used to have drivers rate themselves on a scale from one to ten, five being average (bare in mind that these folks were mandated by the province to attend this class because they all had a number of driving infractions on their records). The vast majority of them rated themselves between 7 and 9. That "attitude" was often changed when I asked how many of them had any driver training (vast majority had none), It was further changed when I described the six components required to get a licence most places in North America. 1. 16 yrs of age (pretty young to grasp the concept of being in control of a weapon - defined as anything that can kill or maime someone) 2. A written / multiple guess (in some places sign recognition exam for those who don't speak english) exam, based on common sense that anyone who was born and raised in North America would have no problem with 3. An eye exam - where at 16 your eyes are in the best shape they probably ever be in 4. Money - that any 16 yr old would be able to obtain one way or another 5. A vehicle - to take the practical test in, and 6. A practical test - where you have to impress an examiner for 10-20 mins No where does it state ( to the best of my knowledge ) that training is "required" to obtain a licence (it's assumed that parents - with all there bad habits - are providing training and guidance) - for those Canadians that may read this - to the best of my knowledge, a course is required to get a gun licence....what's the difference - they're both weapons??? By the time I finish with these folks I have changed a few opinions but thjere are still those who refuse to admit they are "average" or in fact below average as a driver. My little rant.......
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    Another welcome from a fellow xj'er...... still own two of them but this venture is the cats a**. I love this bike to pieces, it's quite a step up from the xj in comfort and looks (I think) and I had been waiting for years to get one. If there's anything you need to know about the venture......this site has the answer:clap2:.......it's an awsome group of guys as well. Looks like you've done some work already but don't ever get frustrated.....the engine in this thing is like the xj, "bulletproof" and there are a lot of other similarities as well. Hope you stick around - if you do - don't forget to pay you dues. 12 bucks for the year is a steal:thumbsup: considering getting one question answered could save hundreds at a shop.
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    Are you kidding me!!!!!!!!!! That's a real shame.......That is one nice looking paint job you did on that and I sure love all those accent lights So sorry to hear/see that Optomistic perspective...at least it she didn't go down in a collision with you on her
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    friesman_1 - I am one of those motorcycle instructors that mentions the 5 yr life and 2 foot drop rule. According to my research, although companies do indeed want to sell more, there is truth to the 5 yr lifespan of a helmet. After 5 yrs of "normal use" the "nice fit" liner on the helmet will deteriorate with all the sweat, dead head skin/flakes, hair, etc and compression (helmet liner has compressed and shaped to your head). The actual shock absorption component for the head in an accident (the foam between the liner and exterior shell) will also deteriorate natually over time and is accelerated by exposure to the items as the liner (sweat, etc). Another factor that most folks (particularly those who do it) don't realize, is when you shove your helmet down over a sissy bar or hang it from a rear view morror, an impression (foam may be compressed) can be left and that area is now comprimised. The outer shell of a helmet is exposed to the elements which natually breaks it down. UV rays are apparently hard on the exterior. The other aspect is the drop. If it's dropped the exterior damage may not be very apparent however fibreous helmets are constructed like paper mache and delamination occurs thus creating a weakening of the shell that isn't at all visable. This I've seen in a helmet that was dropped then dismantled and used as a training aid.
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    My wife and I both have the chatterbox FRS system which we use to talk rider to rider. They also have an aux port to plug in an MP3 player which I use pretty much always. I have an 86 Standard Venture (so no goodies on board). That being said, I have a Garmin 265wt that I want to mount to the bike (in a waterproof case designed specifically for that).... Here's the problem.......how do I get the voice to my helmet headset??? The 265 is bluetooth compatable but the Chatterbox isn't.......the only input is the mp3 jack. Anyone up on the new technology have any suggestions??:starz:
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    I normally do a complete walk around....check fluid levels, air pressure, cable function, electrics, suspension & suspension settings....THEN.....I take her to the nearest clear (no snow, ice or debris) and practice my slow riding (clutch control, get a feel for her again and for riding again)...then it's off to the open road exercising a very cautious and concientous outlook on my riding skills and the observation skills of cages.
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    Beautiful........nice paint job, really comes together nice. Are the lights by the air scoop on the sides hooked into the signal lights??? That's a great idea - where did you find them?? or were they already on the bike when you got it....wow I love those...
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    I agree with Dano......the squeeking you're hearing is probabley the bushings have dried out. Although I haven't done it yet I would advise installation of the grease fittings.......barring that pull the bushings clean them up and grease them.....that I did do and it made a significant difference in the ride not to mention the sound.
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