SilvrT
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now that's almost kinky!
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That may be true where you live... but not here...at least some bikes can be test drove but they won't take a brand new one off the showroom floor and let you demo it. Most dealers here will allow you to test drive any used bike...in fact, they encourage it. All you need is a valid license and proper riding gear.
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I took a closer look and yes, they are Dogwood trees (the white ones). Actually, the petals have pinkish coloring at the outer edges.
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Come to think of it... I just sold my '87 and they guy never even asked to test ride it. (thank gawd! )
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How true!!! I sure hope that doesn't happen here (the snow) ... but I could stand for some of those 75 degree days
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So, a guy could save themselves $2500 if no test ride and cash is paid.... do you offer a 30 day money back guarantee?? How about a warrantee?
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I bought my '06 before I actually saw it (other than pics and a friend's "thumbs up" and several discussions with the owner) Having said that tho, if it was an older bike with a few thousand miles, I'd be wanting to test ride it. As for me letting someone test ride a bike I'm selling.... that becomes a judgement call after having some discussions with the potential buyer. Each situation is different.
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Ladyslippers should be out soon...
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Thanks for the tip re: the soapy water... I thought about doing it that way because I've done a lot of that with larger decals in the past but it was such a small piece, I didn't bother. Also, since it's mostly flat, taking a bit of time and smoothing the film down as I go ... I think I had one or two very small bubbles. I've also done quite a bit of window tinting with the "film" ... using soapy water, squeegie, etc. Glad you posted this tho... good info for others not so much "in the know".
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The pink ones are Japanese cherry trees... I'm not sure about the white ones... I'll have to look closer at the petals to see if they are dogwood.
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Snapped a few pics of springtime downtown Vancouver at the entrance to the SkyTrain.
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It just "hit" me .... haven't had her out on the road yet.... kinda now wondering what effect the engine heat will have.... I guess only time will tell. I'll add a post if it scews it up or not.
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hmmmmmmm... that gives me an idea ... here we go...another "project" LOL
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Heh .... I would "venture" to say .... I won't be the only one for long! ... considering the comments. That's good ... sharing ideas is what it's all about. Now that the side covers are done, I'm working on something for the air filter covers and who knows what next after that LOL.
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Here's an inexpensive "Carbon Fibre" treatment I used to dress up my electrics side covers. Total cost about $35 and 1 hr of time. Purchase roll of TrimBrite "Carbon Fibre" film and a roll of 1/8 inch "Custom Chrome" accent striping. I got mine at Canadian Tire. You'll need a small spray can of some color...I chose silver (because the bike is black) ... the Carbon Fibre film shows the underlying color and with black, nobody would see it. Mask off the area you want for the Carbon Fibre. Scuff it up a bit with a scuff pad and clean it good with some paint thinner (or other de-waxer, de-greaser) Apply the under color....let it dry good...remove the masking tape. Take a strip of the Carbon Fibre and remove the backing paper. Lay it down slowly and evenly... make sure you don't get any bubbles. If you do, just poke them with a razor knife and work the air out. Trim off the excess with the razor knife. Apply the chrome trim to the edges.
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Had I not opened up a can of worms ... well, who knows ...
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MurrayD ... a new member here has just taken delivery of my '87. I was sad to see her go but Murray seems like a great guy and I'm sure he'll look after her and appreciate her and get as much enjoyment and mileage as I did. Needless to say, Nina was sad as well as the '87 was the first bike for her and she fell in love with it and riding. I hope Murray's wife gets as much enjoyment out of touring on the '87 as Nina did. A few pics of our '87 side-by-side our new '06.
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I don't think sitting in a trailer counts Brian ... :rasberry:
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Black and pink ... like the old Pontiac of the 50's ... yeahhhhhh (I think it was a 55 Pontiac?)
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very interesting observation... that's exactly what I am noticing (even though I did get a speeding ticket )
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wwaaaaaaaaaa I miss my '87 !
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nahhhhhhhhh... it's because on a 2nd gen the ride is so smooth and you feel you're on a REAL BIKE that you don't notice how fast you're going!
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That was the third one ... but so glad you're keeping track Brian ....
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I was able to get the tree on the right to move over and stand beside the tree on the left.... the left one doesn't move.... is this 3D?
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Well, it's certainly a better way that a single vacuum gauge LOL