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  1. Chinto
    That is exactly what happened with my shock last year (Nov 08). The dealer checked all the likely reasons it would groan especially when it was cold. They replaced the shock (Nov 08) without hesitation under warranty and has been fine since. If your rear shock is groaning or has oil residue and your in warranty get it fixed while you can. If the dealer does not know what to do check with a different dealer or contact Yamaha directly. The rear shock is replaceable under warranty when it makes noise or has an oil residue.
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    I have acquired a lot of my mp3 library from a recording software called Replay Music http://www.applian.com/replay-music/ > Basically, I use Pandora with this software and automatically record and tag everything I chose on Pandora. Standard output from Pandora is 128 but if you subscribe you can select 192 bits/sec. That is much higher than enhanced Sirius radio.
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    Thanks for all the responses. The adapter solves the problem.
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    FYI This year's 2010 Chicago dates have been changed to later in February. Check below for the specific dates and times of the Chicago Show. Looking forward to going. Where Donald E. Stephens Convention Center 5555 North River Road Rosemont, IL 60018 www.rosemont.com Join our email list and receive exclusive show information! When Friday, February 19 3:00pm - 9:00pm Saturday,February 20 9:00am - 9:00pm Sunday, February 21 9:00am - 5:00pm
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    I have seen the Harley made version which are identical to these. When they come out of the package the mirror needs to be turned 180 degrees so the the convex part of the mirror is on the outside of the stem instead of on the inside like in the photo. The dimensions given on the ebay listing are 9" long x 4.25" high with mirror face of 5" x 2". I will check the measurements on my stock mirrors to compare sizes. Thanks
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    Thanks for the info Squeeze. That is what I was looking for. Apparently the link in my first post is not looking properly so I have attached a photo of the split mirrors that I am considering. Thanks.
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    Has anyone tried the split mirrors? The ebay link below shows an example of what I am talking about. So far I have only found them to fit a Harley. It seems like it would add a lot of extra viewing area. Has anyone mounted a Harley fitting mirror on their RSV? What is necessary to make the conversion? These mirrors do not appear to have any Harley branding on them so it wouldn't cause any goofy questions or comments. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=350270020543&_trksid=p2759.l1259 Merry Christmas to all
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    While I understand the ban on cell phone use/texting when driving. I think as is typical of most government intervention it misses the objective. So you get a ticket for not using a hand free device but it is OK to put your makeup on while driving, read the paper, fool with you GPS/ipod, shaving, talk to the kids in the backseat etc. If you think I am exaggerating drive a Chicago expressway in the morning rush to see it all. My point is the law should have been more encompassing and not focus on just cell phone use but any activity that distracts while driving. Since you can't legislate common sense you would now have a penalty for the lack of common sense. Now the talking heads will need to waste more time and money to make a new law to stop the next distraction while driving. Merry Christmas to all
  9. Chinto
    If anyone is interested in doing the crash guard bottle holder conversion that Owen shows on this thread, I have a left and right set that look just like the one Owen converted to fit his RSV. I had bought these at a bike show this past February thinking they would fit. I have decided not to put them on. They have never been used so they are in brand new condition. I paid $45.00 for the pair at the show. I would sell this set for the same $45 plus shipping. Just to be clear they will definitely need Owen's conversion to make them fit on the crash bar. If you interested just PM.
  10. Chinto
    My RSV was on the side stand while on a slightly declined driveway and simply tipped over on its side. The engine guard bent right into the floorboard. Fortunately, it is so soft I was able to bend it back in place. I would definitely recommend adding the engine guard supports not only for stiffening the foot rests but also to actually protect the floorboard and pedals in the event it tips over on soft asphalt or dirt while parked. One of the best upgrades I have made.
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    I took these pictures at the Chicago Bike Show this past February. Apparently they swap the triple tree for the model/style you like. Brand did not matter for the conversion.
  12. Chinto
    I have the Gen Mar brand. 1 and half inches. It doesn't seem like much but it makes the ride more comfortable. No change on any of the cables or brake lines.
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    I use heated gloves (Gebring) that are on thermostat control. The thermostat lets you dial in the perfect temperature as the weather conditions change. I have found that my hands are the weak spot for getting cold so the heated gloves solves the problem completely. So far I have not needed anything else for cold weather riding. When it is cold I use insulated winter boots (400 gr. thinsulate - Columbia brand) which keeps my feet warm, insulated shirt with thinsulated jeans and full face modular helmet and neck dickie. With the lower cowling the engine heat keeps my feet and legs very warm. As my hands need heat usually depending on how fast I am running just dial in the right amount. One other problem you have with cold temperatures is visor fogging especially when to are stopped. I have used a photochromic insert on my visor and it completely stops fogging. I have included a link reviewing this product. I like it. http://www.webbikeworld.com/motorcycle-helmets/visors/fog-city-progrip.htm
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    Yes they will fit. I put on a set of stock RSTD pipes on my RSV. The only difference between the two are the tips. Fit perfectly.
  15. Chinto
    Exactly what I did last year. Been quiet very since.
  16. Chinto
    Is the design similar enough between the Stratoliner and the Venture to install a Stratoliner shifter onto the Venture?
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    Have you seen the shift peg covers made by Yamaha accessories? http://www.starmotorcycles.com/star/accessories/acscitemdetail/5/4/83/404/all/1/127/0/detail.aspx
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    Funny I get tons of spam every day from Yahoo but the stuff I really want gets snagged. I even looked into the spam folder for VentureRider mail. There was nothing there. Anyway, I hopefully fixed the problem, I simply put a new email address in my profile which goes to a different email provider.
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    I forgot to add the setup instructions supplied by the Morgan Carbtune website. It might help you set up the device for use. It is not ready to be used right out of the box. http://www.carbtune.com/inst.html
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    If you have the Morgan Carbtune, you have to install the supplied restrictors 10 cm from the end of the black tubing. This means you must cut 10 cm off the end of the black tubing. The supplied 8 cm restrictor tube (clear plastic with very small hole) must be cut into equal lengths and inserted between the cut 10 cm end and the long length of the black tube. Another possibility is that you attached the restrictor end of the black tubing at the Carbtune side instead of the carb end. The restrictor ends must be by the carbs not the Morgan Carbtune end. You can tell if the restrictor is in the tube because it 1. is cut 10 cm from one end of the black tube 2. it is slightly bulged there and is hard and inflexible.
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    I have not found that putting air in the rear shock changes the seat height. Being 5' 6" with 28" inseam I would notice. It feels the same whether it has 0 lb or 25 lbs which is what I have been running this year. My understanding of adding air is to change the dampening rate of the shock not the seat height. There is no dramatic difference in ride feel to me with or without air. I will admit when riding 2 up we only add up to 300 lbs total, so it is not running max load. Yes my shock failed last fall and was replaced under warranty. There was no change in ride feel but made lots of crunching sounds especially when cold. Last year I ran the air at 35 lbs before the shock failed. You must be sure to use the proper tool for adding air if you decide to try some air otherwise you will damage the shock.
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    This is my first attempt at syncing the carbs. I used a Carbtune Pro for the first time. The initial look did not seem very out of balance. Mostly showing slight imbalance on 3 and 4 and somewhat more with 2 and 3. The first picture below shows the best I could get with engine at normal idle rpm. Not perfect but better than the initial reading. The second picture is the same settings as in picture one but with about 500 rpm more throttle being applied and sustained for several seconds (5-10 seconds) which appears to me as perfect. My question is what do you think? Did I get it right even if it is not perfect at normal idle if it balances out with a little sustained throttle being applied? The seat of the pants felt much stronger through all of the gears. More snap when you twist the throttle. Felt better. Considering my initial readings did not look very out of balance apparently it does not take much to affect performance. PS. Upon placing the bikes vacuum tubes and caps back on I found some small cracks in one of the caps sides (not the end). SHould that be replaced? I applied some electrical tape to the cap's side thinking that would seal the cracks. I also want to thank everyone responsible for all the detailed information on how to do your own work. Without the information provided here I would have never attempted this project or any of the other service work I have done on my bike. I am still amazed that I was able to do this and all the other thing I have done on the bike. It is all because of what is provided on the website. You have saved me a ton of money. Thank you all, Dave
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    My first bike was a '78 Kawasaki KZ400. It was the best way to get my daughter to sleep. Notice the pink blanket laying on the tail bag, it went everywhere. Great bike put lots of miles on before it got rear ended by a Ford Bronco in 1980. That totaled it. Got a KZ440 LTD for an insurance settlement at the time. Rode this one for several years until I decided to get a bigger bike which was a KZ750 Spectre which was my first shaft drive. Great bike tons of power. Rode this bike until my schedule pretty much eliminated any time to ride for several years until I returned to riding with an 01 V Star 1100 Custom which I though was the best bike I have ever had until of course I found my current bike which of course is an 06 RSV. My daughter now is 32 years old an rides on the back of her husbands 04 Harley Fatboy. My wife still likes to ride but admits that she prefers what we call the "Queens Seat" on the RSV best. Actually my daughter prefers riding on the "Queens Seat" better than the Fatboy's. Nice memories.
  24. Chinto
    I had a grinding metal on metal sound with slow speed stops with the front brake for quite some time. The OEM pads still had around 50% left compared to a new pad. The noise would come and go but over several months it would be more come than go. Very annoying when you come to a stop in a group. Sounds just like worn out brakes. My solution was to replace the pads and scotch brited the rotor. I have not had any noise from the front brakes now for the last 1 1/2 years now. A friend said the old pads had "glazed". He said the only thing to do is simply replace them when that happens.
  25. Chinto
    Exactly my point. Thank you saying it in better context. Dave
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