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Some of the upgrades I have done include Progressive Springs for the front forks, replacing hydraulic lines with steel braid hoses, new horns wired to the battery via a relay wired to the horn button, and replacing the original coils with COPs, Coil on Plug and LED headlight. Check out the Tech Library section on the forum for a while list of ideas and a lot of how to do them in there. You can also do a search here in this forum for information on what others have done in the past. Hope this helps, Rick F.

It sure do look purdy!!

Carl helped me (okay so he mostly did the work) change my slave cylinder and shift shaft seal because I had a drip coming from that area. I still have a drip. Thinking it is the neutral switch. I'll change this over the Winter. Other thread on this - also check grommet around stator wires (I'll check mine when I open it up). See post 12 and 18 in

Thanks for the reply. I have a 2007 RSV that I just changed the slave cylinder and while I was doing that I noticed oil leaking from the shaft seal. I've read other people's comments about this job and they mentioned to check this out before closing cover up. Well I ordered a seal and I was hoping someone had replaced this easier than what the manual said. Thanks again for your comments.

Just do not recommend using the sheet metal screw method to remove the seal. The tolerances are tight and you risk scoring the shaft. Don't ask how I know. Lets just say I am now looking for a speedi sleeve to fit the shaft.

I would swap out the highway pegs for a set of Kurykan Longhorns. Make sure you get the smaller one inch diameter clamps.

I feel your pain, I finally got the hardware installed in my back last month. Maybe we can meet up and get a ride in this summer, I owe you a lunch sometime.

Fuel will drain past the pump. If you have a stuck float needle, fuel will drain into the combustion chamber and likely hydro lock the engine. There have been some ruined engines because of this. i had this happen once but was very lucky, the cylinder with the raw fuel happened to have the piston at the top of its travel. When I hit the starter it was locked rather than starting to turn over and slamming that piston into uncompressable fuel and busting the piston,, rod and or block. I took the spark plugs out,and turned over resulting in fuel spraying all over. The crankcase usually fills with fuel too. Now I absolutely never shut my bike off without turning off the petcock. I don’t even think of it as it is now such a habit. The reverse when starting - turn the fuel and pull the choke out

@sleepy2 Even with the V-Twin, it has a lot of power and I like it whenever you might need the power. To be honest, the belt drive does not really bother me since it does last a very long time/miles. I like both. My '07 and '18 are keepers. Keep an eye out and don't stop looking and always be on the good side of the boss.

I'm now the proud owner of a 2001 RSV (bought about a month ago). I see in the owner's manual it says to shut off the petcock between rides. And that surprises me. First reason for the surprise is this bike has a fuel pump. So, if you forget to shut off the petcock, can the fuel actually leak past the fuel pump, up to the carbs, and then leak down into the cylinders and beyond? Second reason for the surprise is, my 1982 Yamaha XV920 is equipped with vacuum shut-off petcocks. Why would Yamaha not equip the RSV with same? And along with this question, has anyone here tried swapping out their RSV petcock for a vacuum shut-off petcock? Thanks for feedback! PM

Bought this 2001 RSV w/ 71K on the clock about a month ago. Quite a bit of difference from my '82 XV920, which I used to think of as a 'big' bike lol. Will need: -- new valve cover gaskets (already purchased) -- valve lash adjustment (never done from what I can see in the maintenance records) -- carb synch -- rear shock replace (soon!)

Thank you! Just got 2008 Venture. Love it! super excited for warmer weather.

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Sorry for the luck your having! Get healed up and ride !

Would have thought of buying the new Venture but price in Canada was outrageous! Wouldn't be able to persuade Phantom Wife! Liked power( got to demo it at New York Rally when it came out!Dealer had one in stock for us to try!) Style was good, overall good bike! Mostly didn't like belt drive and V-twin!

Well now that you know what that feels like, is there any other pains you might like to be associated with? Might want to get then in at the same time eh? You can't seem to win for loosen, but hey, it's winter comin' on so be happy it didn't happen 6 months from now!! Heal well.

Got one of those vents, but it's still attached to the bike.

Year and model is helpful, and yes, they can be changed out. Takes a bit to get to it but does work.

Have a leak at the seal area on the shift shift. Anyone ever change this out

Drivers seat rest with the same original upholstery would be an epic find @Marcarl 😄 I am still on the lookout for the plastic engine vent rightside. @luvmy40, smart, cause there’s such little space to mount stuff.. Thanks for the input!

Something just came to mind and forgot to mention it. If you had the SVTC, it might have fitted perfectly since the front tire is smaller at 130/70-R18.

Will do keep an eye out for Black Friday deals. I am also thinking of replacing my front tire on the SVTC during the winter months.

I thought I saw a pic on FB that looked like training wheels mounted on a motorcycle, but I may be mistaken.

Glad you and your Son decided to let the Pros handle it. It did save some wear and tear on your body as well.