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  1. Shipper
    Sad to say, that's the best offer I've had all day!
  2. Shipper
    You nailed that one right on the head! Reminds me of the look of the 50's (I was there) and the sound of the muscle cars of the 60's. Alas, wifey says they are too loud and no one will ride behind me. I need to calm them down or sell them. Any ideas short of getting rid of the wife?
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    Tools imply WORK. He who has the most TOYS when he dies, wins!
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    Eased my bike down on some gravels (dropped it). Dinged the bottom edge of my right saddlebag. Do they make chrome strips for the bottom edge of saddlebags that I could use on both sides to hide the ding. I know I could have someone repair it, but the chrome might look good in my effort to make the bike look retro. Any suggestions? Thanks!
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    Never had a Corbin, but really liked the Mustang I had. Their return policy is: Return Policy for Seats and Accessories Purchased Directly from Mustang If you buy a seat directly from Mustang (whether online or by telephone), you have up to a maximum of 10 days after receiving it to discuss the nature of any problem with a Mustang customer representative by calling 800-243-1392 or 860-582-9633. If the seat is to be returned, we will send you a Return Merchandise Authorization (“RMA”) form that will include our shipping address. As with any product you would return, be sure it is in perfect condition (no scratches, scuffs, rips, etc.). Any returns in less than new condition will be charged a 20% restocking fee. Put the seat back into the original box with the original packaging, include the RMA form and ship it prepaid to Mustang via UPS, FedEx or the Postal Service. No returns will be accepted without a Return Merchandise Authorization (RMA) form. All returns must be prepaid and carefully packed to avoid shipping damage. Seems fair to me.
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    I used to use both the toe and heel shifter, but when I got my RSTD neither one was comfortable so I adjusted the toe to be comfortable. The heel is now too high to be used, but I don't think I'll ever go back to using the heel anyway.
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    If you want to really see that part of Alaska, schedule your ferry trip so you can get off and spend a few days at the different stops on the way to Juneau. Last time I figured it, it only added about 10% to the total Ferry cost. They will work with you to arrange your schedule. Don't try to see it all, you can't! We spent 4+ months in 2007 and still didn't see the parts you will see on the Inland Passage. It's a trip to remember.
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    Phertwo: Still anxiously waiting for the baffle measurement. Did you go on vacation?
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    I have the same pipes; and, being slightly hard of hearing, the noise doesn't bother me but it does bother those riding behind me. When you measure the baffles, describe the end cap. I assume that it's a restrictor and may or may not have a hole in the end. I don't get the hammering sound that you are getting (at least I don't hear it). I like the idea of slipping a slightly larger baffle over the existing baffle. That would help solve my limited mechanical abilities. Thanks for the great write-up!
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    0 rear, 0 front; handles fine. Ride solo at 220#, why the air? Just makes it ride harder seems to me.
  11. Shipper
    Ditto! Mine is a Knightrider too and I decided not to get a diode for a $6 bulb. When I get back from my Skyline Dr ride, I'm going to look at their LED boards which have a diode. Thanks again to all!
  12. Shipper
    Never install two separate things at the same time. I had just installed an LED brake light bulb in place of my standard 1157. Worked fine. Running lights OK, Brake lights OK. Then I tried to wire an LED pulsating strip that was supposed to work only when the brakes were applied. It worked with both the running lights and was slightly brighter with the brakes. Not good to have pulsating running lights (not even sure it's legal to have a pulsating brake light). To make a long story short, the LED bulb used a resister to reduce the voltage to 7.5v for the tail light and 12v for the brake. The strip would operate on the 7.5v so it was on all the time. The 1157 bulb is a dual intensity; so put the 1157 back and problem solved. Thanks for all the replies!
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    I'm trying to add an LED strip to my brake light. When my brake light is on (brakes on) I'm pulling 11.5 volts, but when its not on I'm still pulling 7.5 volts. This low voltage causes my LED to light defeating its use as an additional brake light. Is this voltage normal? My existing brake and running light works fine, but this low voltage is messing me up. Thanks for any help!
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    You are right on the money again. The JIS screwdriver's are not available anywhere in the local market-must be ordered. Just so I can finally contribute, I discovered that the cheap screwdrivers in our bike's tool kit are JIS #1 & #2 Phillips head and fit the headlight adjusting screws perfectly!
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    Made a note! Thanks for the offer. We'll be on I-81 whether pulling or riding.
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    Appreciate the offer! We will be riding the Skyline on June 5th to Front Royal. I've got your number and will try to call the evening before-if you're available come join us.
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    My friend and I will be spending about 4-5 days touring the Shenandoah Valley from our base in McGaheysville, VA. Looking for some good side trips even as far as the Chesapeake Bay area. Our wifes are on their own trips and we're looking for some quality Bike time. Any good suggestion for stops, food, etc? We will probably spend a day on the Blue Ridge (Skyline Drive), then whatever strikes us. I'm coming from Lower AL and will meet him in Chattanooga. I may ride from Chattanooga depending on the weather or will trailer to The Summit at Massanutten in VA and ride from there. Any thoughts? Thanks!
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    Dave, You're the man! I thought that's where they were, but couldn't tell anything was happening. Now I'll take some big swipes at it and bring down the beam. I've probably messed both settings up playing with it. I'm sure it takes a Phillip's head (eyes not so good), but can't seem to get a good bite to turn the screws. I've heard 17' and 25' to check them, but guess if my vertical beam is slightly lower than my headlight measurement then I should be OK. Thanks again!
  19. Shipper
    I like your thinking and 5K goes a long way to offset a fast depreciating asset. If the "whine" bothers you, you've got 5K toward something else. I like the fact that they quit making the RSTD in 2010. They were never a big part of even Yamaha's market so I don't mind having one of a "few". No matter what I'm riding in the future, I'll keep this bike that I'm trying to make into a Retro Bike to match the Speedo. I've got the fishtail slip-ons and putting Wide WSW tires on next. I mostly ride solo, but the RSTD doubles well. This is a bike that looks like they used to look. Get the RSTD-you won't look back.
  20. Shipper
    I think I know how you are supposed to adjust your headlight, but not sure where you do the adjustment on the headlight. I see two small recessed horizontal screws one on each side at the bottom of the headlight. If this is the adjustment then, facing the headlight, which screw is for the vertical and which for the horizontal? I've tried turning them and can't see the difference. If this is not it, then where? Thanks for any help!
  21. Shipper
    Duplication from another post on the "watering hole".
  22. Shipper
    Well here goes being flamed! I'm too new on the forum to question Goose, but after seeing a cager staring at me in the eye and then pulling out directly in front of me made me realize that he really didn't see me-so went to high beams in traffic. That wasn't good enough for the next sweet little old lady so I modulated the high beam (legal in all 50 states). Most modulators only work on high beam, and the cagers react like its an emergency vehicle at least for that split second that I need. I'm the one at risk out there so if I p**s off some jerk then so be it. Haven't gotten any finger waves so far and I've had them on high beam for more than a year. I'm now looking at modulating my tail light. If it ain't polite or cool then so be it too. Just my humble opinion.
  23. Shipper
    What a sorry D**n spell checker!
  24. Shipper
    If you compared her to Rachael Welsh, then you are a member of my group that remembers her from days long gone (not counting how great she still looks). However, the extra "very,very" makes me think you are younger or just remembering things past and no longer had. I do appreciate your comparison even if it was only a good deed!
  25. Shipper
    Sent it to my kids! Wish someone had sent it to me when I was their age.
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