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Where are we on production? Maybe you could post an update on who is getting theirs on an approximate date. thanks

email me the details and some photos. my email address is; zimmerman@citlink.net thanks, Jerry

I gave up windows and its proprietary apps a few years ago and have not looked back. I still have winxp loaded on my laptop to use with co-workers (less and less). I use Ubuntu. It was the easiest to install and recognize my hardware. Bill will not get any more of my money. Jerry

right, cannot do programing in vb in Linux but everything else is good. I do not try to run windows apps in Linux, I run the Linux software and safe it in windows format. and (this is the biggy if your not trying to get to extravagant with the software) this works great. I did not have good luck running wine and then windows apps, too many problems. So far the people I interface with have not made any complaints about my portion of the projects. They are starting to get a little creative in the slide presentation program but so far everything melds. I do keep windows XP on my laptop (just in case) but so far have not had to resort to that. Jerry

I will take two as well. Payment via PayPal is on the way. Jerry

I left Microsoft over a year ago. Went with Linux (Ubuntu release) and all the shareware (free, you can and should make a small contribution) and have not had one hiccup, freeze, or virus, period. I have convinced some other people (who's computers I was always working on) to switch and have not had to work on their computers either. They go to all the sites that generate lots of problems. All is free!!! Again, you should make a small contribution but do not have to. All the apps are there (free or make small contribution) office programs, graphics programs, games. everything you would want and most are Windows version compatible. I am so happy no more microsoft in my life!!! I do not have to call anybody to do a re-install, can install the software on all my computers without any BS or more charges. it is great!! Jerry

Sent PayPal payment for 4 decals thanks for your effort!

Holy crap, $15,500 out the door for an 09 RSV-S!!! The $13,999 quote, I though was plus all the BS. I feel like I got cheated now. Mine was $17,200 out the door in California. Our sales tax is a ridiculous 8.25% and license fees are high as well but even with that After I bought mine I did find brand new 08s selling around the $15,500 out the door price. that is one of the reasons I try not to look at other deals after I purchase something. Bottom line, I thought I got a good deal so... Love the bike. Jerry

Gregg, that is exactly the information I was looking for. I attempted to take the lower fairing/cowling off and ran into wiring so I stopped at that point. but next summer I will definitely remove the deflectors (fork and fairing)and allow some air movement. I also bought the adjustable lowers that was recommended but have not installed them yet. probably next week. it has cooled off here considerabley so the urgency has diminished. I was in a rain storm the other day and agree with you, the rain did not flow off the windscreen. I have ordered the clearview with vents but has not arrived yet. I knew I needed more air movement. thanks again Jerry

Stockton Honda-Yamaha. the funny thing is i did not even see any paper work. just in and out and on my way.

I thought I got a good deal, but yours is about a thousand less. you got one heck of a deal. With our temperatures down in the high 30s to mid 40s this bike keeps me warm. between all the deflectors, fairing and the heat it puts out, I am warm with just a summer jacket. great cold weather bike! Jerry

I just used the adapter last weekend and it worked as advertised. put the pin through the holes, put the jack under that and lift. Amazingly, it was just that easy. I have a J&S jack and love it. Before I put the legs on I can move the bike easily anywhere I want to, it rolls that easy on the J&S jack. great adapter with a great Jack! makes working on, or cleaning, the bike a pleasure. Jerry

just sent paypal for 2 (two) 2nd gen pins thanks Jerry

Brad, are you talking about the deflectors connected to the bottom of the fairing? if so, when i remove them, what happens to the space in the fairing? do i need to put a shim in there of equal thickness to the deflector. or are you talking about the deflectors connected to the fork? I kind of tried to remove them but I think Yami coated the bolts, because I put quite a bit of torque on the bolts and they would not give. I did not want to break anything so i stopped. if you are talking about these deflectors, I may take it to the dealer who helped me before and see if they will break them loose for me. Jerry

Lilbeaver, thanks for the simple explanation, makes sense. it sure did make a difference. and yes the second dealer will definitely get my business. He did not go blah, blah, blah. he took action, never asked where i purchased it, just when. was a pleasure doing business with them. Jerry

I wanted to update the hot tank problem. Sorry for the delay but have been busy riding (almost 3,000 miles) and loving every minute. OK took it to a second dealer, first thing they did was take it in the shop, no bs just action. they took the tank off and found two things, the vent tube was pinched (I thought this was an inlet not an outlet) and a loose connector (did not say to what). He took it for a ride and came back the tank was noticeably cooler, but still warmer than I thought it should be. He was happy, but said he could not explain why that would cause the tank to heat up. What a difference in attitude between this dealer and the other dealer. BTW outside temperature was below 95 degrees F. When the outside temperature once again rose to between 95 and 100 degrees F, the tank or cap did not get as hot as they did before. So, for what ever reason, that seems to have fixed (or at least lessened)the hot temps. Won't know for sure until next spring or summer when we have many days of over 95 or so degrees F. So loving the new bike and wished I would have gotten one long ago. thanks to everyone who helped with help and advice. Jerry

I forgot one of the big pluses! the way it starts!! So quiet and quick. Other bikes make so much noise when they start, but the RSV/RSTD is as quiet or quieter that a car. I love it! Anyone who has not heard an RSV or RSTD start is also very impressed. I do not think I will change anything about the engine, it runs so good as is. have a great day Jerry

Brief background; I have owned too many bikes to list (mostly Yamaha's) and have been riding for about 40 years. Before I purchased the 09 RSV-S on 9/10/2009 I was riding an 07 Road Star (purchased new and has 24,000 miles) and an 08 HD Electra Glide (purchased new and has 21,000 miles). So I do a lot of riding. I am semi-retired so do have some time for lots of rides. As of today my RSV has about 2,800 miles on it (bought it new 0 miles). The first 600 miles were pure hell. It was HOT, HOT, HOT! Outside temperatures ran from 90 degrees F to 105 degrees F. I thought I had really made the big mistake. I will come back to this later. Forget the heat comment for a bit and let me tell you about the next 2,000 miles or so. Pros: The seat (pillow top) is sooooo comfortable I can easily ride hours without thinking about my butt being uncomfortable. The material does make my bottom sweat however, not sure why. I read here on the forum about Alaska leather and ordered a sheepskin butt pad and that helped. Power to spare. I am still getting use to keeping the revs up. I find myself in 5th gear way to soon and have to down-shift back where I belong. Just a matter of getting use to the bike. Ride is great. Very little vibration and everything is where it should be for me. Headlight is so bright!! I have no trouble riding at night with out the running/passing lights I bought but have not installed. Handles great! Heard so much about top heavy that I was a little worried and Yamaha would only allow a very short test ride. But a member of the star 153 chapter, let me ride his around in the parking lot to see how it handled with sharp u turns and figure eights. Seemed to handle fine. So I went and bought one. Like any new bike there are some things you have to get use to, but nothing out of the ordinary. With the Road-Star I drug something around almost every curve/corner, but with the Venture I rarely drag anything (completely stock). Two up, still handles like a champ, put some air in the front and rear shocks to keep from bottoming out and rarely did. Passengers loved the seat and the speakers! Longest ride with passengers was 220 miles, but long enough for them to tell me how it felt. Absolutely no regrets!! love the bike and wished I had purchase one sooner. I was waiting for Yamaha to add ABS and fuel injection, but gave up after seeing no change for 2010. there are some cons: The Kill switch!! I have hit it several times and when I turn it back on I get one hell of a backfire. Should I stop the bike and then restart?? the accessory position on the key!! I have never had “off-acc-on” in this position on any vehicle switch (bike, car or truck). Unless I remove the key each time I leave it on accessory. Bummer! The CD player does not play MP3. I am trying to fix this with another post. The cassette player. – 21st century technology – I think not! Windscreen/windshield too tall. Did not get a short one with it as some of you did. Engine hangs down below the frame. Purchased the adapter and that works great but still don't like anything hanging below the frame! The cons are just minor irritants but thought I would mention them. Back to the heat issues. A shorter windscreen will help get some air moving over the vents in my helmet. I ordered a clearview windscreen with the vents, and shorter. I ordered and just received some adjustable lowers that should help blow some of the heat off when I am moving. Stopped will be another matter. However outside temperature have dropped, and this morning went for a ride with temperatures around 38 degrees F. Did not get chilled at all. In fact with the heavy jacket and chaps on I was too warm. So nice cold weather bike. So I think I can get enough air movement to help the heat issues. Probably won't know until next summer as I think winter is coming fast. The reason I bought new instead of saving a lot of money by buying used, could not get financing for a used bike at any good interest rates. Plus I am helping the economy grow. Lol. I absolutely love this bike!!! I think it is the best riding tourer I have ever owned. I would and have recommended this bike to anyone and everyone! I do mention the heat, as there is a lot of it. Just my first impression! I will add a photo real soon, the color is seashell/black. Jerry

I want to have a cd changer that plays MP3s. I know I could use an MP3 player, but, then I don't have control of it through the handlebar controller, and then I have to remember to turn it off and change batteries or charge it, ETC. I thought it would be easier to just change out the CD changer I have now, for one that would play MP3s, and if I loaded up 6 CDs with MP3 files, I think I would have every song I own available anytime, and with handlebar control. Sounds like a great set-up. At this point I do not have confirmation that any of the changers read or play MP3 files. thanks Jerry

I am Looking for 2nd gen 6 cd changer model cdc635. anyone have one they want to get rid of? email or pm me with the information zimmerman@citlink.net thanks Jerry

I'll take 2 2nd gen. thanks Jerry

OK I will take a chance on the price, add me to the list.

I am going to find out today if the heat changes with the amount of fuel. I think it is the same, hot. I am going to take Cougars advise and take it to a second dealer later today and hopefully they will tell me something different.

should i be able to hear or feel the fan come on? if the fan does not come on shouldn't one of the idiot lights come on? let me clear up how hot the tank gets, it is very hot but I can touch it, and it is at its hottest while i am riding not standing still. makes no sense. thanks for all the input Jerry

I took it in to the yamaha dealer, he felt it, said it wasn't that hot he had seen hotter. so i went around a few blocks so it could get hotter and he said it still was not that hot. I asked him why it would heat up that much more in the short ride i took, since he felt it, the first time. He went into some drivel about how some bikes are just hotter than others and with all the wind protection (fairing and lowers and fairing deflectors ETC) not much air in that area. He said he would call Yamaha and see if they had any information on this (what ever that means). Anyway... if any of you have a 2nd gen without too many mods and have an infrared thermometer and can take readings while your cruising or as soon as you stop. read the back of the tank close to the seat on the sides and the gas cap and reply here or email me direct, at my email listed, with your readings and bike information. maybe with this specific information I can get more cooperation from yama mama. I have a probe coming to me Thursday or Friday and will post my findings then. but if i could get some others by then I would really appreciate it. thanks Jerry