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    Jeff, I would appreciate seeing the pics. I don't have texting capability, so post 'em here if possible or send them via email. Chuck, the strap that the pad mount to is 7 inches long with slotted holes on 5½ inch centers.
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    Perhaps...but is he "wheat-bellied partner" ? ATGATT ? Sandals?
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    Mike, as you know it is bogus. http://sanangelo.bbb.org/article/Urgent-Scam-Alert-Beware-of-Fake-Complaint-E-mail-Claiming-to-be-from-Better-Business-Bureau-37660
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    I found some "waterproof" switches for mounting onto Brian's switch plate. They are fairly low profile in back so there is no interference with the grip or handlebar switch assembly, though they do project from the face of Brian's switch plate ½" or so. The horn actuation requires a bit more deliberation. The switches are "push on-push off" with a tactile feedback "click". Though advertised as waterproof, the back of the switch is not watertight in my estimation. But the rubber nipple over the actuating plunger appears to make the switch waterproof from that perspective. BTW, I paid $7.50 with free shipping for the two switches. The seller is advertising $11.95 for the pair, but I submitted an offer for $7.52 and it was accepted. Try submitting a "best offer". http://www.ebay.com/itm/12-Volt-Waterproof-SPST-Pushbutton-On-Off-Switch-2-SET-/130694519333?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item1e6e001a25
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    I found some of the major components for what I believe is a vintage Markland passenger armrest assembly. The seller claims the "supports" (the seller's description) were removed from a 1988 Venture. He was actually selling the parts in two separate auctions, presumably because he didn't know their relationship. I recognized the parts for what they really were and obtained them very inexpensively. The crossbar and the two rest struts are not in great condition, but I think they will fix up nicely in black paint. The pads were not available from the seller. Another quest. My question for anyone familiar with this set-up: How does the crossbar attach to the motorcycle? As far as I can tell the mounting tab in the middle of the "V" shaped crossbar is supposed to bolt or clamp to something substantial on the bike, but that tab is oriented between the rear of the seat and the front of the trunk and there is nothing to bolt the crossbar in that location. Perhaps another bracket is needed? Perhaps a bracket that bolts to the ends of the passenger hand rails? Any insight would be appreciated.
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    Gary, Is the upper triple tree a First Gen part? I've been wondering if RSV style risers would bolt onto a First Gen. If it is possible, the RSV risers would allow for a much larger choice of handlebars for the First Gen.
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    Is blue OK? http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-YAMAHA-RACING-TEDDY-BEAR-GCR-08TBR-BL-NS-/120535335389?pt=Apparel_Merchandise&hash=item1c107741dd&vxp=mtr
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    My SnaggleStuds are 1" diameter.
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    Yeah, But can he do it on a Venture!?
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    Cycle Magazine tested a 1986 Venture at 12.5 seconds and 104.5 mph. They tested a 1983 at 12.69 seconds and 103.92 mph. Hmmm. Either First Gens would have "spanked" the GL1800 and the Second Gen.
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    Check out our very own Wally Jarratt (Rumboogy) website: ArkieBiker http://www.arkansasbiker.net/index.php
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    One word: CHINA!
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    Tough call! Personally, (since I have a '90) I would opt for the 1990. About the only thing different between the two besides the '90 being better looking, is that the trunk modification to prevent cracking in the base and behind the passenger backrest will have been done by 1990 by the factory, whereas the '86 would or should have the mods done by the dealer. Technically, the major difference between the two deals with the number of pickup coils. The '90 has but one to fail (more reliability). Any accessories on either? If you want farkle for these old birds, it'll cost you. All accessories for the '86 will fit the '90 and vice versa.
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    Debbie and I embarked on a 15 day trip around Lake Superior in 2011 (2850 miles) with everything we needed on the 1990 and no trailer. We carried our personal effects, tent and bedding all within the bags and trunk. Only one thing was strapped on: the tent to the top of the trunk, though I also had a tank bag. I simply stated to Deb that she had one saddlebag that was hers to pack as she desired. I got the other bag. The trunk contained "community" property; blankets, sheets, air mattresses, etc. We both had leather chaps and jackets as well as rain gear and gloves. We wore the chaps only one day, the rest of the trip they took up space. Two cameras, bug spray, maps, Pledge, windshield cloths, maps, travel guides, two phones, etc. She had enough room to buy a fair amount of stuff to bring home. We left nothing behind while on the road. Here was MY packing list and "to do" list for the trip. I don't know what Deb took. (I didn't ask or question. If it fit in her saddlebag she could bring whatever she wanted or needed.) We did not carry food or cook on this trip. We did use a small (six-pack) collapsible cooler for beverages at the campsites.
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    Oh My
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    Mike, Touring Motorcycle Accessories.com has a pair of these. The single photo shows what appears to be identical Starsteps, but TMA says that pair is for 1984-1987 GL1200 Goldwings. TMA has been known to mislabel some of their accessories. Perhaps you could contact them for positive identification. http://www.touringcycleaccessories.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=66_22_110&products_id=583&zenid=9792506ea43cf22fc6b95b41c329f4a1
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    Anyone have these Kriss Starsteps? Anyone ever seen them? I happened on a pair, all grungy and over sprayed. Cleaned 'em up real nice. Mounted easily, but I'm wondering if there are some components missing. The footboard slants a little. Perhaps just a bit worn? Or maybe a bushing is needed on the cross bolt?
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    Andy, Any chance you have a California model (with the fuel emissions canister) and someone has removed the charcoal canister and left the line to such disconnected?
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    Thanks, Gary. I've got it into one file, but it is too big for my email server to accept. I use Google drive. If I upload it to there you could download it to the site? Go here: for the Assembly Manual as well as a couple other Venture documents: https://docs.google.com/open?id=0BwLuLxb8qHwMUzN0Z2k3NDFwRUU
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    I've scanned my copy of the 1990 assembly manual. It is a 9.05 mb file. How can I upload that large of a file to the site?
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    I bought one of those assembly manuals for my 1990. I was curious about different things that were to be done by the dealer's (usually) lowest seniority "technician". I'm kinda cynical, I suppose. One bit of information I gleaned from the assembly manual was the EXACT contents of the tool kit. It apparently differs through the years, even amongst the MKII. If anyone is interested, I can scan the assembly manual for the 1990 Royale and post it as a series of pages in pdf format. I don't have a pdf writer that would enable one file of all the manual pages.
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    Jim, Here are some NOS Drag Specialties grills for mini barons. Not positive they will fit mini twins, though. http://www.ebay.com/itm/lens-grill-BARON-LIGHT-drag-specialites-/150798310457?pt=Motorcycles_Parts_Accessories&hash=item231c479c39&vxp=mtr
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    Here's one: http://www.ebay.com/itm/271064208347?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1438.l2649 It is in better shape than the other, though it does have some damage and more expensive.
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