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    Let Me Have It (Please)

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    I can't tell you much about fixing and repairing, as I do very little at this point. However, I can and will tell you about the forum and its members. Bar none, the BEST group. I was on here poking and asking around PRIOR to actually buying one because I knew nothing about them. I was told what to look for and lookout for and thankfully, these guys helped me pick up a nice '03 with a measley 24000 miles. I also has many members inform me that if I needed anything when passing through their town to give them call. Great bunch.

     

    The bike itself....mine was lowered before purchase. I have put about a thousand miles on it, practicing its handling. For me it's a bigger bike then my Vulcan 1500. Top heavy, but doesn't quite spook me anymore. Still for me a bit much when having to park up on an incline but that's me and my short stubby legs. I was assured by the group I have a reliable, excellent running bike that can take me anywhere without issues. I do know, on the rare occasion something were to happen, this motley crew, ( said with love) would be able to assist me. Which I appreciate both the group, and the fact my bike is so reliable, I may not ever have to call on them. Nice to know I can. Welcome aboard.

     

    I am seeing just that. Much the same on the R3 forum I go on. Lot of Aussies there. Thanks all.

    Let Me Have It (Please)

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    The 2x4 under the kickstand for oil changes works OK, oil filter easy access and you can run a slightly longer one if you go with a purolator to get a little more filtering. Most guys use Shell Rotella T6 I belive around here. Syn 15w40. Bags come off with 4 ea 4mm allen heads. Dont know about the trunk because I havent had to take it off. Splitting the fairing really done gain you any access for cleaning. High 30's on MPG say 36-38, mine dont seem to matter if its 2 up or solo. The Utopia backrest is good, heigth adjustable as is how far forward it pushes you. You passenger will like the amount of room they get compaired to almost any other touring bike. No more helmet in the back of your head when stopping.

     

    That would be welcomed, the anti head knocking.

    Let Me Have It (Please)

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    Casettes :no-no-no:. I just got rid of boxes of casettes because they were so outdated.

     

    How easy or difficult are owner at home oil changes? I have already read about changing the plugs in the forums. I will look at the owners manual for intervals. The Rocket is easy with a front mounted oil filter and a bit more difficult to lift because of the engine style but user friendly in the end.

     

    I like to wrench as much stuff as I can because I like it and I work a lot cheaper than the dealer labor rates :).

     

    How difficult is it to remove the exterior furnishings to do a deep clean ? I ride in all conditions and on roads covered with filth and need to clean underneath the bags etc. Also, the Triumph wheels are cast and have a clear coat on them that is less than serviceable and pits. Yamaha ?

    Let Me Have It (Please)

    in Watering Hole

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    Slight correction: 1,300 cc's, not 2,300. I pulled a Harbor Freight "Tag-Along" with my 2007 Blue/Black RSV and most of the time could not tell it was there (I'm now riding a Gold Wing). Many others here can comment about back rests and pulling a trailer.

     

    Yes sir, I know. The reference was to the Rocket at 2300/140ci. I have a Utopia on my Rocket and love it.

    Let Me Have It (Please)

    in Watering Hole

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    Thats great. My back likes the sound of that. Are the drivers backrests adjustable at all? Trailer hitches are on some that I see and I would be interested in how they pull one. At 2300 cc's and 140 HP there are no "power" issues, just comfort and vibration.

    Let Me Have It (Please)

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    I am currently on a beast and looking to tame down a bit as I age. Now riding more two up than solo. I am not enthusiastic about V Twins but the V 4 is intrigueing. I see a few lightly used 2007 models and one in particular is resonating with me as it has 18,XXX miles and is the Royal Venture in black/blue (Galaxy).

     

    The Rocket III I ride is stout and pleasurable for me but two up is lacking in creature comforts. I am attaching a pic (I hope) of the current ride. I am a Dark Side rider on the Rocket but probably not on a Venture (no preaching) because the Metz tires cost too much and the 225-55/16 Riken Raptor rides really well when run with a Dunlop 404 front.

     

    I am 56 with the aches and pains associated with 40 years in the construction industry and of average height and weight, not really.

     

    I'll be reading the Tech sections and other info articles here and will pay particular attention to 07 riders posting to this entry.

     

    That said, THANKS in advance.[ATTACH]73682[/ATTACH]

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