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  1. RedRider
    Since this bike only had 4000 miles on it and it is likely the first rear end fluid change, I would expect some shavings in the fluid from the break in of the gears. The drain bolt has a magnet on it to catch these shavings so it is really evident when there are some. I wouldn't be concerned unless you see significant shavings at the next fluid change. If you just traveled 7200 miles, it wouldn't be too early to change it again just to check. It is easy and inexpensive to do. Leaving out the spacer shouldn't cause any difficulty inside the pumpkin. I would check the splines on the wheel/pumpkin joint. I doubt any damage was done, but if so, this is likely where it would be. Also, check your rear brake pads. With the spacer missing, the caliper will not properly line up and may have worn one of the pads. If so, replace with EBC HH pads. As for the clicking, it is very likely dry pins. You will need snap ring pliers to get to them. Lube them with Honda Moly60. Available at a Honda motorcycle dealer or - for less money - at a Honda car dealer. Search VR. org for a part number. While lubing the pins, spread some Moly60 on the splines. FYI - When applying the Moly60, I would suggest wearing a pair of latex or nitrile gloves. This lube is kind of difficult to get off your hands. Also, while the axle is out, coat it with anti-seize to make future removal (and installation) much easier. Anti-seize is also very hard to get off your hands. Wear gloves. Anti-seize is available at any autoparts or hardware store. Oh, and one more thing, use a torque wrench. As a suggestion for getting the tires changed. Remove the wheel yourself and take the wheel only along with the new tire to the indy shop (or the Yamaha motorcycle dealer). This really limits the amount of damage they can do. To change a rear tire on one of these large bikes with tire spoons is quite an effort. Did it once and will never do it again. Took forever and was a lot of work. The front is not so bad, but still difficult unless you are skilled in working the spoons. It also can lead to damage of the brake rotors if you don't have a good setup to work on. That can be VERY expensive (relative to a tire change). Good luck. RR
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    +1 - He ain't no fool despite his name. Time for a tear down and head gasket replacement. Get a GOOD torque wrench. RR
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    I've been to International Falls. Only curve up there is the curvature of the earth. Nice International Paper plant up there though (and the associated odor). 250 miles to the nearest civilization. Mosquitoes the size of sea gulls. Other than that, it is a vacation mecca. RR
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    Weird problem

    RedRider replied to Celt's topic in Watering Hole

    Now that I think about it, I did have the starter relay go out on my bike about year 3. RR
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    Believe it or not, it is just as inexpensive buying the pump from an HD dealer as on the web. I believe I paid $45 or $50 for one a few years back. RR
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    Clutches are not covered under warranty. It is a wear item like tires, brakes, and battery. RR
  7. RedRider
    Likely the spring needs refreshed (replaced) with a stronger spring. Talk with Skydoc17 and he will get you set up. RR
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    Fit perfectly on mine without a spacer also. RR
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    Weird problem

    RedRider replied to Celt's topic in Watering Hole

    This doesn't have to do with vibration, but with the additional electrical current going thru the contacts in the ignition switch. If you have auxiliary running lights that run thru, it can cause a problem. The way to avoid the problem is to bypass all the juice going thru the switch and put it thru a relay. If this turns out to be a problem, get a set of locks (ignition, gas tank, saddle and trunk boxes) from Pinwall. IIRC the full set is about $150. When you wire it in, put all the power thru a relay. RR
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    Yup, on the right. It's been a while since I used it. RR
  11. RedRider
    Check your OEM toolkit (left saddle bag, under the mat). It contains the spark plug socket. RR
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    http://www.day-long.com RR
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    I am taking along a Wally World Stearns ATV seat pad, a beaded seat cover, and a sheep skin. Owning a KLR has its privileges when renting a KLR. Yes, the stock seat is a torture device. RR
  14. RedRider
    Thank you for the information on the Richardson. Good thing we will be on rentals. We will be checking the weather daily and adjusting our routing accordingly. RR
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    My Dad, younger brother, and I are heading off for Alaska tomorrow morning. We are renting KLR650's in Anchorage and riding for 12 days throughout this great big state. Day 1 - Anchorage to Denali Nat'l Park Day 2 - Tour Denali Day 3 - Ride to Fairbanks - Visit Gold Dredge #8 Day 4 - Ride to Arctic Circle, take picture and spread some ashes, return to Fairbanks Day 5 - Ride west to Manley Hot Springs, soak for a while, return to Fairbanks Day 6 - Ride to Tok Day 7 - Ride to Eagle, then cross into Canada to Dawson on Top of the World Highway Day 8 - Ride back to Tok Day 9 - Ride to Valdez Day 10 - Take Alaska Marine Highway (ferry) to Wittier. Ride to Seward Day 11 - Ride to Homer Day 12 - Ride to Anchorage Day 13 - Fly home and resume my regularly scheduled life. About 2600 miles. 140 miles on gravel to/from the Arctic Circle. About 150 miles of gravel to Manley Hot Springs. Balance should be paved (unless we take some detours). We were originally intending to ride up there, but we only have two weeks. The ride would take about 6 days each way (with my Dad along - he can't/won't do the huge miles to get up there in 3 or 4 days). This would only leave about 4 or 5 days to ride in Alaska. Just didn't make sense. Need at a minimum 3 weeks to ride up/back. Will have a ride report when I get back. See ya' all in a couple of weeks. RR
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    Are you interested in trading/selling some of your excess components? Specifically, the rear wheel? RR
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    http://www.ikea.com RR
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    What direction are you heading out of town? If you are going thru Chicago, stop at the IKEA in Glendale Heights (I think Glendale Heights - google IKEA for the address). It is near O'Hare. IKEA sells sheep skins for $30. They are in a big box and you can pick thru them to find the size and shape you want. They are generally large enough to cover both seats. Take a Leatherman or a sharp knife with you to trim as needed. You may want to also take a length of light cord to create tie downs (just poke holes in the sheepskin leather side and tie it thru). If you have a back rest, just put a slit in the skin and run it over the backrest post. Make sure to take the tool to remove the backrest from the post. I picked up a new one at the IKEA in Minneapolis a couple of weeks ago, trimmed, and installed in the parking lot. Took about 5 minutes. Rode for about 1500 miles and it was great. RR
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    This has been a good year in the bike turnover department. Think I may have found one to hang onto for a while. If you may recall, I recently picked up a 1975 Moto Guzzi 850T barn find. Well, the word got out and I sold it for $300 more than I paid without even putting a battery in it. So, now there is a hole on the garage floor that needs filled. It was filled Sunday with a 1986 BMW K75C with just over 20,000 miles on it. Was working with the previous owner for 3 or 4 weeks to get the pricing to where it needed to be. He finally gave in on Saturday and I picked it up on Sunday. Got plates and insurance today and went for a 25 mile run to the grocery store (that's 2 miles away). Need a different seat, but other than that, it is a really smooth little bike. Think I found an almost new Corbin just a few miles away. Need to do some investigation to see if it will fit. For those not initiated to the BMW world, the engine in this bike is affectionately known as the flying brick. It is considered to be one of the most reliable, long lasting engines ever put in a motorcycle. And smoooooooth. It needs a new front shoe (age cracking), but otherwise ready to ride, ride, ride. It will likely be one of the boy's bike since it is a tad small for me. The 3 cylinders act like a V4 - it likes the revs. The power band hits about 4000 RPM and just moves out. Decent front disc brake and an anemic drum rear brake. Great bike. RR
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    Good to hear. RR
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    Mostly core exercises and general fitness. Need strong back and stomach muscles and be in generally good shape. Stretching exercises help also. Diet is part of it since you will not be eating a lot while making these kind of miles. Try to keep your weight down since this puts less pressure on your butt. The ergonomics of your bike make a big difference also. Custom seat and handlebar position that is perfect for you. Places to move your feet/legs around. Good wind protection to reduce the wind buffeting on your helmet (less neck strain). RR
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    Don't believe this was done on a Venture (pretty sure it wasn't). Still, pretty impressive. RR
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    +1 on lack of stimulants. While some folks trying to make their first SS1000 may use stimulants, any of the serious LD riders will actually wean themselves off coffee a couple of months prior to a serious LD ride. Stimulants are frowned upon and strongly discouraged by the LD folks. If you can't do the ride, stop and sleep. We recognize it isn't THAT important to get another certificate or piece of trophy wood. OK, back to the regularly scheduled program. RR
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    Nice install, just like the one I run on my Venture. It is really nice and easy to plumb into these bikes. Are you using a barf tank for your overflow or just running it on the ground (I run mine on the ground)? How did you tie in the electrical ground? Here are some pics of my setup. The pic near the petcock shows where the line plumbs in. It is capped in the picture. It works great. RR
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    If you were in the US, I would send you one from mine. I have my rear wheel off to get the bearing changed and won't be replacing it until after I get back from Alaska in 2 weeks. If you think it can get there in time, shoot me a PM and I will mail it out Monday. If not, good luck. I suspect you would be better off buying a new one to get it in time. RR
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