HELP--stranded in Richmond

[Lobo Hurfiano]

Home based in N. tx. Riding south/eastern states. Picked up something in the rear tire on I-95. Nearest dealer appears to be in Washington. One local shop doesn't work on anything earler than 99. The other recoginised the name yahamaha but not Venture Royal, told them-like a Gold Wing-they got it. They don't repair-only replace.(lo-mile)Dunlap Eliete II 491--For the Paultarey sume of $600 and a wk.of down time.

Got time-got $

Don't look forward to spending eather on this. suggestions pelase...

Lobo Hufiano

Orphan Wolf:depressed:

[ediddy]

Don't know anything about the area but if you want, I will call yamaha roadside assistance and ask them the nearest dealer that might can help. If you want to do this give me an exact location where you're at and I will call. You can email me @ ehall@albanyinsuranceservices.com or call toll free @ 877-809-5958. Good luck. Eddie Hall

[mraf]

Check the VR assistance maybe someone close enough too you to help. I have a used rear tire with half the tread left you are welcome to it but I am farther north than you are.

[Naked Rider]

is there any way of pluging the tire if so you can get that at any auto store or walmart till you can get it done right.

[royalstarjac]

Here is a link to the Virginia assistance list. Looks like at least one member in the richmond area. http://www.venturerider.org/forum/member.php?u=2464

Good luck!

http://www.venturerider.org/forum/memberlist.php?&pp=30&order=desc&sort=location&&field12=2&page=5

[BigBoyinMS]

Since you have internet access go to google maps and enter MOTORCYCLE REPAIR RICHM0ND,VA. I came up with a number of places that should be able to help.

Too bad you aren't around here.

[mini-muffin]

I know we have a few members outside the Richmond area. Just not sure whose home at this time of day. That one place telling you 600 for a tire and a week down. What do they do make the tire? Sorry. Good luck and I hope you can get the tire fixed. If you were down here I'd just call my dealer, but we're a wee bit south of where you are. Little too far to ride till you get the tire fixed.

 

Margaret

[Lobo Hurfiano]

Thanks everyone--What a great bunch--Guess I paniced a little.

Found someone to hold my hand-soon as i can pick up an air compresser I,ll be mobile enough to do it right.

I'm going to post on the trip when I get back home,1 up with a traler/camping gear.No motel/restraunts,premitave all the way.Every senic ride I gould find(lost my clutch on the dragon-interesting).

4 wk. out and loveing it. retirement is all I had hoped,GOD bless GPS

Agan,thanks to all,hope to see you all at the next maintiance gathering--My bike has issues Lobo Hufiano:thumbsup2:

[RedRider]

Walmart has a good, cheap compressor that runs on 12 Vdc. If I recall, it is under $20 in the automotive section.

 

Good luck.

 

RR

[KiteSquid]

I am in King George VA which is about 1.5 hours north of Richmond.

 

I will send you my cell number via PM.

[GeorgeS]

Are there any major Bike Dealers where you are located ?

 

If so, most any bike dealer might carry this plugging Kit. This Plugging Kit, will repair most any Nail Puncture, If you can find one. ( These Plugging Kits WORK !! )

 

Throw in a can of Tire Sealer avialable at most any auto parts store.

 

Not a permanent fix, but should get you down the road to a dealer somplace that can Replace the Tire.

 

Post your exact location, There might be a member within close proximity that can come to your assistance.

[GeorgeS]

We have a Member, " Slick " located in Richmond Va. His bio, shows offer of Road side assistenace. A transmision Repair Mechanic. -- Phone 804, 677- 0459.

 

Give him a ring, maby some help from him. !!! Or, info as to where to go, for help.