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  1. RedRider
    Watch the guys who put on 1000+ miles per day. Many of them are over 60, most over 50. They will all have either the Russell or the Rick Meyer saddle (both are basically the same design). Every one of them ran thru the gambit of pads, sheepskin, beads, Mustang, Corbin, etc. until they found the Russell / Meyer. Now they won't use anything else and just bite the bullet whenever a new bike comes in the stable. If you're 250#+, the Russell is the best way. They have a heavy duty suspension option that works. Under 250#, either Russell or Meyer will work. The downside (other than the cost)??? - They are friggin UGLY!! The selection of saddle has a lot to do with what riding you intend to do. If your riding consists of 300 miles days, any good aftermarket saddle will be a marked improvement over stock. I have a Mustang on my KLR and it rocks. However, I'm not doing Iron Butts on it (yet). If I do, I will spring for the Russell. The KLR is ugly anyway. RR
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    The wire holds the outer 1/2 friction plate in place. If you have a standard clutch plate setup, it would be best to have it in there. If, however, you upgraded the innermost 1/2 plate to a full plate, you won't need the wire. If you have done the upgrade to the full plate, you will find your friction range (from when you begin feeling friction to full engagement) at the clutch handle is smaller. It is more touchy. You get used to it, but it is different. I would send you my old wire, but I will be putting it back in next time I touch the clutch. I kind of like the extended friction range on the clutch handle. RR
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    Just an FYI - cost is about the same for a Russell Day Long saddle. Nothing more comfortable than a RDL. Only downside is they build on your seat base so you will be out of riding for a few weeks (unless you can borrow a seat while yours is being built). RR
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    Spend a little more time in the twisties. It will quite right down. OK, maybe not. But you won't care as much. RR
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    Jeff, Your Google-fu must be weak today. http://nm.msf-usa.org/msf/ridercourses.aspx?state=WI Enjoy. RR
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    Many Hardley dealerships still run the Rider's Edge courses. They use older Buell Blasts. Still too big of bike for some of the novices, but it is better than trying to learn on a bagger. RR
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    I purchased the switch separately. However, I have also purchased a set of his lights in the past. RR
  8. RedRider
    Ruffy, Just need a simple illuminated switch. You want the illumination to know if it is on or not. This switch will wire to a relay that will carry the electrical load. The switch I use is at the bottom of this page: http://www.martinfabrication.com/Martin_Fabrication/Motorcycle_Driving_LIghts.html#10 It is about $12 if I recall correctly. Attached it with double sided tape to the inner fairing. RR
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    Outstanding. Was still working on how to get to Idaho on my way up. This is good news that will make my planning easier. RR
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    Plenty of old oil head BMWs with high mileage still on the road. Just about any bike built today (in a first world country) will last if taken care of. I could expect a Duc would outlast his fascination with a sexy sportbike. RR
  11. RedRider
    I have one gathering dust in my shop. You may have it. PM me your address. Replaced it with a Stebel. Just an FYI - if you are replacing a failed stock horn, use it as an opportunity to upgrade to a Stebel. RR
  12. RedRider
    It helps when the respect begins with Mr. Kneebone. The Venture was his first LD sled. Look forward to your ride report. RR
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    Have a great time and a safe ride. RR
  14. RedRider
    Jack, You might want to see if there is an independent shop around that will do that for you. Often times they are also small engine shops. Mine charges between $15 and $20 to mount and balance per tire. RR
  15. RedRider
    Yes, that should do it. However, I would still use a separate switch to turn on/off the HID headlight. An illuminated sealed switch is about $10. RR
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    Can't tell for certain, but it appears the light bar you have is stock. Sorry, no help on the windshield. RR
  17. RedRider
    I concur. Muddy roads combined with a Venture and gravity are not a good mix. RR
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    You are working with the Corbin seat and backrest while I have a Utopia. Therefore, I may be wrong (just ask my wife). If you swivel the backrest up, there should be 2 bolts that hold the backrest onto the post. This allows adjustment up/down by mounting it in different holes. Remove these two bolts and the backrest should come off. A simple 2" slit in the sheepskin should slide right over the post. It did on mine. RR
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    HOWEVER - the 550 will only stream music via Bluetooth in mono. No stereo bluetooth. 660/665 will broadcast in Bluetooth stereo-o-o-o-o (said in late night DJ voice). RR
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    I cut the corners off the rubber bumper so they would slip in. Much easier to do if you loosen the inner fairing. As for the ignition cover, I cut the corners off it too. Doesn't look the best, but since I hardly ever wash my bike, it doesn't show up. RR
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    Jeff, All this time you thought you were good looking. Now you know the truth. RR
  22. RedRider
    +1 on the shifter pivot bolt. That needs a touch of LocTite. If however, you do loose it while away from the shop, you can use one of the bolts in the battery side panels. They are just ornamental anyway. BTW - we are talking about BLUE Loctite. Not Red. RR
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    Nope, you can't fix it. I will be glad to come over and take this problem child from you. You're welcome. POR will work fine. Lots of options for getting the rust out. Nuts and bolts, Coke, etc. Nice find. RR
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    And, you will like the longevity. RR
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    I know, so have Hardleys and John Ryan on an FJR (I think that masochist from Florida did it on a Ningette or a Honda 125). It is my lack of skills in the gravel combined with insufficient desire to go there. Not worth the risk. RR
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