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After 6 months repairing what's needed , I have my 1983 ready to put it on the road . I went front to back on my 1983 XVZ1200 , electrical , mechanical , and a few cosmetic items . This my first Venture , and I do hope it will last the 2021 riding season .

Check all motor vehicle regulations before beginning THE OWNER OR INSTALLER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY DO THE MATH OF A LEVER SYSTEM BEFORE YOU START THIS DOES WORK This operation should be performed by a certified shop Before beginning set the rear shock to the lowest setting You can drop the bike ( 1 3/8 inches )by bringing the pin of the shock lever mount under the rear swing arm 1/2 inch lower . This bring up the rear wheel about 1 3/8 inch up , and will lower the bike Install a 120/70 R 18 tire in the front , rear tire 150 / 70 R16 ,,tire pressure should be maintained at 40 psi This will give you 5 1/2 inches of room above the rear wheel Front fork pressure 20 psi plus is required to make the lever work ( this equalize the level of the bike ) Depending on operator weight set rear shock pressure 20 psi ( higher psi will raise the bike ) You will have to shorten the side stand 1 inch , if you so not shorten the side stand the bike may fall to the right. Take one inch of the top of the seat This change will let anyone being 5ft 6 inches tall put the feet flat on the ground Overall the bike will be 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 inches lower

3 John 1:2

"O God, our refuge and strength, at this very moment, Earl needs your strength and presence in his life. He is anxious and fearful and needs your help. We claim your promise that he will not be given any more to bear that he can handle, that your strength will be sufficient, and that he will be granted your peace which surpasses all understanding. Amen." (Prayer for Strength: sjhsyr.org)

We will present Earl's case to the Great Physician, and keep you in our prayers as well. May He look kindly on you two and give the blessings that you need at this time.

Good Morning Everyone, This is Jean, Earl's wife, (skydoc_17) Earl was taken to the UPMC Medical Center early this morning with an Aortic Aneurysm. He will be having a Full Lower Aortic Bypass in about an hour. Please take a moment and wish him the best of luck during his surgery. This forum means so much to him. I will have more details as this story unfolds . Earl and Jean Harrell (skydoc_17)