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All the above provide the info to get the axle out. Now, to prevent it from happening next time you need to change a tire, apply a little anti-seize to the axle before putting it back in. Don't get any on the threads. If you haven't worked with anti-seize before, I recommend wearing disposable gloves as it is a bear to get off your hands. FYI - If I recall correctly, the allen wrench size is 10mm in the end of the axle. Turn it a few times and it will come out. RR

Tried it with the drift punch and got no love. The Dremel cutting wheel took care of it. A huge PITA, but it worked. I was lazy with it and cut the notches 180 degrees from each other. The bearing race just fell out. RR

Both Motorcyclegear and Revzilla have great customer service and easy returns/exchanges. Fair prices also. To be fair to the HD dealership not recognizing a lid as a helmet, I'm sure they sell more HD ball caps than they do helmets. You will soon get used to wearing ear plugs (you can still hear what is going on around you). I found it was like a seat belt. Once you get used to it, it feels weird not wearing it. RR

Just replaced my Profile with a SignetQ long oval. They fit similarly so should be comfy. The Q was on closeout at Motorcyclegear.com and made the choice vs. a new SignetX pretty easy. That being said, I tried on the X at the Motorcycle Show and it fit beautifully. Seems to have an additional mm or so in the length that made it even more comfy than the Q. Speaker pockets are also deeper so more speaker selections can be installed that won't touch your ears (can get very painful over a long day). You may want to look at an LS2 helmet. They are available in a long oval, but don't seem to be as quiet as the Arai. Very cost effective though. OK, now the major point of this entry -- WEAR EARPLUGS. It may take you a while to find a pair that fit well and will allow you to wear them for long days. If you are doing multiple long days, it may help to use neosporin or something similar on the plugs. They are really cheap insurance against something you cannot get back if it is lost - your hearing. I do Iron Butt rallies (haven't done the big one yet) and have done 6+ 1000 mile days in a row. Without hearing protection, I would be in trouble. Lots of conversations in the IB world concerning plugs. Just about everyone in that world wears them (at least everyone I know, which is many of them). /rant RR

There's just something wrong with you guys. RR

IIRC the $ symbol is also used for pesos in Mexico. Therefore, the small bottle is 30 pesos or about US$1.50 at today's exchange rate. RR

Sorry about your brother. As for helmets, first figure out what shape your head is. Round, slight-oval, mid-oval, long-oval. Different brands fit differently as they are made for different shaped heads (or have models for different shapes). HJC, good helmet that is reasonably priced. Round to slight-oval. If you have a mid/long-oval head, it will press on your forehead and be uncomfortable after an hour or so. Nolan, premium helmet that is mid-premium priced. Mid-oval. LS2, good helmet that is very reasonably priced. They have models that are mid and long-oval. Arai, ultra-premium helmet at ultra-premium price. They have the only true long-oval that fits my melon. These are the ones I have experience with. YMMV etc. Motorcyclegear.com (formerly newenough.com) has a good selection of closeout helmets in various brands. They also use a software called Lid-Picker that may help determine the correct size and shape. RR

YCIS? What is that? Is that the mythical Twinkie? RR

Got in a couple hundred miles on the KLR this weekend. It was glorious. Global Warming --- Bring it on baby. RR

I have a rotor holder for a KLR. It was made by a 3rd party so I have no idea if it will work on the VN900. RR

Glad you brought this up. I am in Milwaukee today and I will stop by one of the dealers and see if they have discount tickets. IIRC, Parking is $5 in the bus station just west of the Stephens Center. RR

Do the lights dim when you hit the start button? If not ..... My first guess is the starter solenoid. Under the clutch side side cover (under seat). RR

I'll be at the IMS in Chicago this Sunday. I try to go every year as it is my fix to make it though winter. RR

I'll check with GR later today on the pins and the spring clip. I did ask him about the physical mounting of the pads, but not with the details Puc described. Thank you all. RR

Banjo bolts had been cleaned and blown out with compressed air. Keep it coming. GR is still working on this. Current plan is to take apart the calipers (he now has more than 1) again and make sure everything is clean and installed correctly. RR

Very good advice. Forgot to mention that to him. Thank you for the reminder. RR

I'll jump in here for a little feedback. I also questioned the mechanical possibility of the brake pedal not returning correctly. It has been checked and there is a little play in it when at rest (like it should be). Also, pretty sure the wheel spacer is in there right. The rear wheel had not been removed from when the brakes were working correctly. We are hoping the thorough cleaning of the reservoir will take care of this. GR is in need of speed. The little KLR just isn't cuttin' it. Besides, spring break is coming up and I need something to ride out there. I'm tired of . Keep it coming guys. You are really being very helpful. I'm not very versed on these old washing machines. FYI - GR's bike is 6 years older than he is. Keeping the dream alive! RR

Final drive failure recovery system. RR

Belle Fourche, SD. Geographic center of the 50 US States. Will see if I can find my picture of the geographic center of NA (near Rugby, SD). RR

You can also check Craigslist. They have a section devoted to wheels and tires. A nice set of 22's would look bithin' on your G6. RR

Just a quick update (sorry if I'm stealing your thunder GR) - Golden Rider removed the brake line from the rear caliper to see how an R6 caliper would perform (just setting it on the rotor for testing purposes). The original caliper relaxed once the banjo was removed. Apparently, the problem is in the line or in the master cylinder. He is going to replace the line and make sure all the orifices are clean in the MC. RR

I never knew that about VR. But then again, I never found the desire to put anyone on ignore here. Pretty good group of folks. RR

I like how ADVRider does it. They allow you to put an irritating poster on 'ignore'. Therefore, their posts do not show up on any thread you are viewing. I believe you can also block their PM attempts. RR

OldGoat, The American flag flying the highest is a protocol, not a law. Just a thought (honey vs. vinegar) - Have you welcomed them to the neighborhood? As a kid, when someone moved into our neighborhood my mother would bake something and take it to their house. She used this as an introduction. We found the folks that were welcomed ended up becoming a supporting part of the neighborhood. I have tried to follow this practice as I've become one of the more mature (OK, older) residence of my neighborhood. When a future opportunity arises over a beer at the end of the driveway / front porch, you can mention the flag protocol. Don't be (overly) offended if they disagree, but at least they will now know. If you were in another country, where would you fly the American flag? On top or below the host country's flag. At least they had an American flag out there and not just their native banner. Or, you can be the crotchety old man yelling 'Get off my lawn'. Just keep telling yourself - "Mmmmm, holiday tamales, holiday tamales". It's late. I should be sleeping and not poking the OldGoat RR