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I've added some pics of the removal process of the stock filter here... http://venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=56823
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Hope ya don't mind me adding these pics of the stock filter removal... NOTE: Before removing the fuel pump and filter, be aware that you will have some raw gas draining out. Make sure you've turned your petcock to the off position and you don't have any ignition source going such as a propane heater, etc. (and smoking while doing this ain't such a good idea neither LOL) ... all "common sense" stuff but thought I'd mention it anyway. Pic showing fuel pump removed. You have to remove both side covers and the "inner" plastic cover in order to get at things. The inner cover seems to slide out to the right side easier but even at that, it's a PITA. There is one screw at the top underneath all the fuel lines you have to remove. The bottom is held in place by a 10 mm bolt on either side. [ATTACH]54143[/ATTACH] This pic is showing the location of the fuel filter (left finger). The filter the right finger is pointing to has to be removed. [ATTACH]54144[/ATTACH] This pic shows the screw holding the black filter has been removed. This one is a major PITA as it has a nut on the other side which, at least with my attempt, requires you to remove the battery and lift the battery box up and out of the way. [ATTACH]54145[/ATTACH] Here's the fuel filter pulled from it's mounting... [ATTACH]54146[/ATTACH] And finally, the two filters removed. [ATTACH]54147[/ATTACH] That "black" filter-looking object is called the "Roll Over Valve Assembly" ... not really sure of it's purpose.
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Not really a "blooper" but I'm sure you'll get a chuckle out of it... [ame=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XcjMMFEggHc]YouTube - Adopt-a-Pet Lick-a-Thon[/ame]
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That's just plain sickening!! $%#ing inconsiderate, insensitive, sob's ... ggrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!!! I'd be some choked!! Lemme at the creep!!!
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:rasberry: 5' 11" and 155 lbs of MUSCLE!!! :rasberry: (well, I like to think so...) :rotf:
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Well, we got on the road appx 1PM and just returned about 5:30PM so, 4.5 hrs on the scoot today... WOOOOOOOHHOOOOOOOOOOO!!!! The PMS is GONE!!! It was a bit chilly at times, especially when we were riding in the shade but that wasn't for long. Gotta tell ya guys, those that haven't installed the levelling links .... what a MAJOR DIFFERENCE in handling. This was my first ride after installing them and I'm very impressed. The ease of cornering at any speed is considerably improved. The tracking of the bike is much better. I no longer feel as though I'm "working" at driving this bike. If you're ok with how your RSV handles, that's fine but if you're struggling with it, even the slightest, I highly recommend you install the levelling links. Unfortunately tho, if you're short in the inseam, this could be an issue for you as it does raise the rear appx 1 inch which could make all the difference for short-legged riders. As for me, I noticed it right away and it took me a little while (not much) to get used to it but I can still flat-foot it no problem.
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The PMS is killin me so.... Forecast today is for SUNSHINE and high of 7 celcius (that's 44 f .... wasn't that nice of me to do the conversion for ya?) We're goin for a RIDE!!!
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Welcome to the "Idiot's Club" ... I've been a member for a while now and I'm thinking the odds are I'll be renewing my membership sometime in the future. My most recent membership renewal was when I changed the oil filter for the first time on my RSV. It was on so tight I couldn't get it loos nohow so, I drilled a hole through it, stuck a pry bar thru the hole and twisted it loose. Great, got the new filter on and fresh oil in and I'm now draining the old oil into a jug and I notice all these METAL FILINGS in the bottom of the drain pan. Now keep in mind, I just bought this bike and it only had 1300 kilometers on it. I FREAKED! ... I'm sure you can imagine what was going through my head at the time ....... And then it struck me! ... the filings were from drilling the oil filter!!!
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You may see us (and the scoot) in a soup commercial
SilvrT replied to SilvrT's topic in Watering Hole
Oh yes, we got a good "lump sum" of money. -
Hey, you're not the only one. When I bought my bike, I trailered it from Calgary, Alberta back to BC but appx 100 miles away from home, I decided to ride it the rest of the way. I hadn't ridden it more than a few blocks before that and on the last leg home, it really felt "wishy-washy". When I got home and started checking it over, I discovered that the tires were only around 20 lbs. ...
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That's a definate possibility. Frankly I haven't experimented with this.
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Well that's mighty fine of you! come to think of it, I still haven't seen those durn-gum commercials.
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If your bike is stock, then you'd not have the "levelling links" ... just the stock links. I'm not sure how you're envisioning the "sitting up in front appearance" .... it could all be due to the design of the bike that makes it appear that way. If you think the rear is lower than it should be, take a measurement from floor to bottom of something like the passenger grab bar or the highest point of the rear fender opening, etc and then someone can give you a comparison. The use of a hand pump and then connecting a gauge after the fact will cause sufficient air loss to throw it out of whack, especially with the front shocks as you have to set them exactly equal. With max 7 lbs on the front, the slightest air loss will drop them significantly. You need a pump with gauge attached like the Progressive pump that has zero air loss. Under no circumstance should you use a normal air compressor ... you'll blow the seals.
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Is there instructions somewhere for repacking the Khromewerks ?
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Here's the pump you need... http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/product_catalog/Product.jsp?skuId=28235&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cse As for the levelling links, they will raise the rear of the bike by appx 1 inch. You can buy them (sold here on the site) or make your own (instructions here on the site). I made and installed my own. They will improve low speed handling.
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Now there's a "politically correct" statement for ya!!
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here's a link that will give you an idea... http://www.venturers.org/Tech_Library/index.php?action=article&cat_id=002009&id=285
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hmmmmmmmmm.... interesting concept ....
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Easier to pry my "appendage" out of my mouth than yours out of your mouth ... As for hitting the gym, not a bad idea .... as for eating healthier, I figgure I do pretty good in that department, considering who (Nina) does most of the cooking!
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Well, for a guy of my size (and you know what I'm talking about), she sure feels like 160 lbs when I lift her up and spin her around when we're dancin .... (but then again, so does a 100 lb sack of potatoes!) .... NO!! ... I DO NOT dance with a sack 'o spuds! ... LMAO!!! (I think I'd better stop coz for some reason, I feel my foot raising towards my mouth here...)
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Yep... and several pounds heavier ... which makes ALL the difference I'd say. Take your time my friend... you'll get the hang of it... (or as you eluded to earlier... SHE will)
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Practise, practise, practise .... don't get yourself down over this ONE time. Be thankful it's a 2nd gen you got and not a 1st gen .... you'd have already gotten rid of it with that attitude. Curious... what were your other 2 bikes??? This can make all the difference.
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Now there's a great analogy. Great idea Rick... I've never thought of that but it's a good habit to get into. I stand corrected from my earlier post as I have given rides to older folk and youngsters who needed help getting on the bike....first.
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Using the method I described above, I have had times when a passenger has attempted to mount or dismount when I wasn't ready and almost caused me to drop the bike .... but for the most part, those were an extreme situation of not being "ready".
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Here's what my wife and I do ... with the bike that is I stand up and plant both feet on the ground and hold the handlebars with the front brake engaged. I squeeze my inner thighs against the gas tank. Getting on... She puts her right hand on the backrest on the trunk and her left hand on my shoulder. She then puts her left foot on the footboard and leans intowards the bike. As she raises herself up, she moves her body into her seating area to transfer her weight to a more central point on the bike. She then lifts her right leg up and thru her seating area ad sits down. Getting off... (should I talk about that?) ... It's the opposite of getting on. This works very well for us and as long as she doesn't try to get on or off before I am "ready" ... I have no problem holding the bike steady. BTW, I am a very slight build guy of appx 155 lbs and 5' 11" and she is almost as tall as me and around 160 lbs Never ever have I had a rider get on the bike before me ... not on any bike I have ever owned.