Mopar4ever Posted May 18, 2017 Share #226 Posted May 18, 2017 Got some details sorted, confirmed my suspicion that my brake light switch was effed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davin Posted May 18, 2017 Share #227 Posted May 18, 2017 Broview wouldnt send to Australia from Amazon so I found an alternative on fleabay and installed last night. Haven't road tested yet but so far all is good with this plug and play instal.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170517/be0916b7d50835a581be8149192fe504.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20170517/5b7d99ef0d6a019cfff6426ae0dff2c1.jpg Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stache Posted May 18, 2017 Share #228 Posted May 18, 2017 The 'Lunchtime Loop" Once around the perimeter of the city. Got the 'office fog' out of my head, and the riding smile back on. Had a nice 30 minute visit with my 2-wheeled therapist. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
videoarizona Posted May 18, 2017 Share #229 Posted May 18, 2017 Spencer has the right idea! Brought the RSV home from Phoenix today for an oil change and general checkup. 150 Miles. Nice ride.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davin Posted May 20, 2017 Share #230 Posted May 20, 2017 Rode across to New South Wales and picked up a new (to me) trailer. The previous owner was a BMW collector. Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davin Posted May 20, 2017 Share #231 Posted May 20, 2017 Tonight I was going to adjust the rear shock so I was taking off the panels on the right side to get to the top nut on the shock. You have to take the right side passenger foot pad off and take the plastic cover off. Pic #2 Pic #3 with the 14 mm bolt shown with the ink pen pointing to it was out all the way. The only thing holding it from falling off on the hwy. was the plastic cover. I put Loctite on it and tightened to 80 ft. lbs. That seemed like a good feel. Thought to myself. Better check the other side. Sure enough that bolt was very loose but not out all the way out. Just thought ya might want to check yours sometime. They are good size bolts. So, that's what I did. Adjust the shock and tighten two bolts that I didn't know was loose.http://www.venturerider.org/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=109083&d=1493342038http://www.venturerider.org/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=109084&d=1493342058http://www.venturerider.org/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=109085&d=1493342104 Checked those on my 99. All good here. Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davin Posted May 22, 2017 Share #232 Posted May 22, 2017 Just finished fitting saddle bag rails from Cavalry to my '99. My little helper Charli is all tuckered out. Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VanRiver Posted May 22, 2017 Share #233 Posted May 22, 2017 Worked on my 1986 Venture Royale named "Walt" over the weekend in preparation for my cross country trip from Calgary AB Canada down to Phoenix AZ USA next month. Did the following: 1. Put a new pair of Shoes on Walt.....replaced both front and rear tires with Shinko 230 Tour Masters 2. Replaced front and rear wheel bearings 3. Lubed drive shaft 4. "Installed" Ride On to balance wheels and help prevent punctures on my upcoming trip 5. Installed a R6 Blue Dot calliper on Rear wheel (front's were already upgraded) 6. Decoupled front and rear brakes 7. Installed stainless steel braided brake hoses on both front callipers 8. Changed and bleed brake fluid. Lots of work....and I'm a bit stiff and sore from wrestling with the tires and laying on the garage floor (sure could have used a motorcycle lift!). First time I have replaced tires and bearings myself....not too bad once you get the hang of it! Almost ready to hit the road to Phoenix!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snyper316 Posted May 22, 2017 Share #234 Posted May 22, 2017 Looked at her sitting perty o and took her out for a drink. Sent from my LG-K371 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Yammer Dan Posted May 22, 2017 Share #235 Posted May 22, 2017 Patted "Brown Sugar" and "Ugly" on the butt as I went thru to get Lawn Mower. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davin Posted May 23, 2017 Share #236 Posted May 23, 2017 Driver back rest, saddle bag rails from Cavalry and fooling around wirh some color change LED under the motor. Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldodge Posted May 23, 2017 Share #237 Posted May 23, 2017 Changed oil last night. Changed brake fluid tonight. Next up will be clutch hydraulic fluid. Oh yeah and rode to work and back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slowrollwv Posted May 24, 2017 Share #238 Posted May 24, 2017 I pulled the front forks off and replaced the springs and added 15wt oil. While I have it apart I will repack the steering head bearings. Should have it back together by Friday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
baylensman Posted May 25, 2017 Share #239 Posted May 25, 2017 HAD A BURNT OUT LED STRIP UNDLER THE RIGHT WING GLASS. Went through the whoopee box i didn't have any new ones left, i ordered 1 pack of 10 on amazon. got them the next day. Ripped the old one off got new double sided tape put th e new on reconnected IT DIDN"T WORK! Pulled the tank and r/h steering head cover found a broken wire ARRGGHHHH resolver and some anti chaff good to go. Also added the Broview LED to the headlamp housing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
orlean1 Posted May 26, 2017 Share #240 Posted May 26, 2017 Thanks to the great folks at Cycle Analysis in Cleveland. Got new rubber, new brakes, fuel filter, neck bearings changed, and Barnetts clutch upgrade. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davin Posted May 26, 2017 Share #241 Posted May 26, 2017 Busy night last night. Installed OEM saddle bag lid rails, caliper covers, driving lights and made a start on the fishtails. Finish the mufflers tonight. Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Davin Posted May 27, 2017 Share #242 Posted May 27, 2017 Today I rode it. Cruised down to the Gold Coast to help a friend move house. Sent from my SM-G930F using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karaboo Posted May 28, 2017 Share #243 Posted May 28, 2017 Doing a clutch fluid flush (been almost two years). Then the obligatory test ride. That could take a while. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snyper316 Posted May 28, 2017 Share #244 Posted May 28, 2017 Rode it to Wal-Mart and now stuck here until the Tylenol 8 kicks in... I hope... Sent from my LG-K371 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VanRiver Posted May 28, 2017 Share #245 Posted May 28, 2017 Went for a test ride to Elbow Falls on Walt my 86 Venture Royale.....I call it a test ride as I'm testing out the bike after: - New tires - New wheel bearings front and back - Oil change and filter - Brake delinking and new braided stainless lines - Trying out my new gear of HiVis mesh jacket, motorcycle boots, modular helmet and Sena helmet cam. All of this to shake out the bugs for my long ride from Calgary Canada to Phoenix USA in a few weeks. It was a great ride with no issues...Yippie! Also signed up for the REVER app and tried it out for the first time.....It is pretty cool to map your trips. If there are any other Venture REVER users out there would be great "friend" you in the app. Here is a screenshot of my trip and a quick pic of the Falls Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starpheus Posted May 29, 2017 Share #246 Posted May 29, 2017 Went for a short ride to visit mom and dad. Got home and removed the trunk lid, sanded and am repainting it. Had a nasty scratch right in the middle of it that's driving me bonkers😃 2 coats on now and gonna apply at least one more before I lay some clear. This is my first attempt at something like this so wish me luck! Sent from my LG-H811 using Tapatalk Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bongobobny Posted May 29, 2017 Share #247 Posted May 29, 2017 Physically moved it from one location in my driveway to another. The battery and the new ignition switch is still on my workbench... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rbig1 Posted May 29, 2017 Share #248 Posted May 29, 2017 well I went for a short 15mile ride. left it parked behind garage. primed the 920s gas tank and side covers. Ended up having to put bike away. Tried to help build a fence at kids house. I'm as close to worthless as you can get. Hurting so bad tonight. What did I do to myself. Good thing I'm not a animal would get euphonized. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bongobobny Posted May 29, 2017 Share #249 Posted May 29, 2017 Holy CRAP!! The wife said she wants to go for a ride tomorrow!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leo3wheel Posted May 29, 2017 Share #250 Posted May 29, 2017 Getting excited! Reviewing and checking off items on trip preparation list. Two weeks before big western trip. Plan is to color in all white states on my states visited map. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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