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  1. SilvrT
    Here's the one I got from the Hardley shop today... cost $49.95 plus tax.
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    I've been told I already have a long hose...... :rotf:
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    Thank you Goose for elaborating and I agree with respect to the front forks and the low pressure/balance issue. For the time being, I'm going to run it with zero pressure in the front and start with 35psi in the rear. Stupid me for making an assumption that the PO and/or the dealer where he had the 1000km service done checked such things as air in the shocks and tires. I can understand not putting air in the shocks but I discovered that the tires were only at 20lbs psi! It's no wonder it felt a little "mushy" during my first ride. I should know better!
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    yes, that's a good point and I'll be getting one today as I can see the value in having it. Now, regarding towing the air compressor... maybe I can rig it up so it's also a cargo trailer.....
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    Not tryin to hijack this thread but I'm still not convinced that using a compressor to put air in the rear shock is not a good idea. If the regulator is set to, let's say 35psi, then how could a person blow the shock seals? Conversely, if the front shocks only take 5psi and the regulator is set to that, would that not also be safe? Now, I can see it if there is no regulator because one little hit with the air from a line pushing 100psi could pump the shock far beyond those limits in a split second... Comments?????
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    ya ya ya .... sure you are! :rasberry:
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    keep the updates coming guys... it will be interesting reading and don't forget thse pics along the way!
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    Enjoyed reading this writeup. Both Nina and i were sold on the Ultra but we couldn't handle it financially. We settled for an '06 RSMV. We love the bike and even though we haven't had much of a chance to really "ride" it, I'm sure we'll be quite happy with it. I do agree; however, about your comments re: the "nimbleness" of the Ultra... I was able to do a tight u-turn without any effort whatsoever...not so with the RSMV, the trunk and side bags, the EFI, the dash gauges, and the audio. And yes, both bikes have got ample power. I haven't had our RSMV out on the freeway yet and as such, haven't had a chance to open her up a bit but when I test drove the Ultra, I had that scoot up to 160km/h effortlessly and she felt very comfortable there. I'm looking forward to seeing how the RSMV feels at those speeds. Nina loves the space she has on the back but she finds the backrest will take a bit of getting used to. Compared to the Ultra, it fit her well but less room to wiggle around. She likes the positioning of the floorboards on the RSMV. Neither of us found any wind buffeting issues on the Ultra...still not sure about the RSMV. We're hoping the weather will be favourable this weekend to get her out on the freeway and open her up a bit.
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    neither have I and I've never been a LEO but I've sure contributed.... :rotf:
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    posted speed limits are superceded by the rule-of-thumb "go with the traffic flow". If everyone is travelling at 70 and the speed limit is 60 and you're going 60, then you're impeding the flow and a danger to other motorists. Are they going to pull you over if you're travelling at the same speed everyone else is? chances are not. but, chances are they just might pick you as the unlucky one out of the flow too...
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    heh... dang... figgured sumbody'd find out sooner 'r later ...eh yep... it's a wee bit "nippy" out but I been out ridin almost every evening, getting familiar with it's handling characteristics, etc .... ain't seen no Hardly riders to challenge tho LOL (just kiddin). Even Nina has been with me a couple times although she's feelin the cold more than me...but she loves our new scoot and can't get over how comfortable it is and how much more room she has. I'm still laffin at myself over that "metal filings in the drained oil" episode! LOL
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    thanks M8T ... I'll go shopping tomorrow (maybe drop some cash on some CHROME while I'm at it) hehe
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    reading the posts here, seems you all buy a hand pump? ... it there a problem using a normal compressor? Mine has an adjustable air pressure valve.
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    Has anyone modified or replaced these wind deflectors on the bottom edge of the 2nd gen fairing with adjustable ones similar to a Harley Ultra and if so, do you have instructions/pics, etc?
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    I've had 2 - 1st gen's... an '85 and an '87 ... don't have such an animal on either.. interested to know exactly what you're referring to ( picture would be nice ). Or maybe I'm misunderstanding what you're referencing???
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    I used to get a similar pain around the same area ... some chiropractic work and a lighter helmet helped me. I also found that if I was riding aggressively or I got cold, I would tense up and that would cause the pain. Poor riding posture and staying that way for an extended time also didn't help. Last summer I rode 2 weeks and 3000 miles... never felt the pain. I change my riding position or stop and stretch fairly regularly. Also helps if your passenger massages the area while travelling
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    thanks guys.... I should be able to choose from one of the links you've provided.
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    looking for the kind that clamps to the handlebar and has 1 or 2 swivels with a mounting plate or whatever to mount my XM radio.... someone got a link for where I can get one of these? Thanks
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    I think it would have worked better if it had been triked.
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    Lookin forward to that.... when you're coming this way, give me a call.
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    now that's downright UGLY! hope you get that baby all fixed up Brian...if not, I know where there's a real nice BLACK '87 for sale.....
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    heh... yep...and a NUT on the other end of the wrench! (me) LOL
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    yep... I thought the same thing... wuz kinda wishin it was April 1st !! :rotf:
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    OK... can I use a "variation" then??? such as "It's not easy being me...but I'll do it anyway"
  25. SilvrT
    heh... I think your signature is more applicable to me!
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