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    Ok Ron let's see what some of us have done here. First as noted there's only 3 companies currently making trike conversions for the 2nd gen Ventures. Hannigan, Champion, and Tri-Wing. I went with the Tri-Wing myself because they will sell their kits to the customer while Hannigan and Champion are strictly factory or authorized dealers doing the conversions. Since I'm a retired mechanic I hated to pay for labor that I could do myself. Saving the labor costs influenced me a lot here. Last month I was able to attend a trikers rally and saw first hand both the Champion and Hannigan trikes on Ventures. I must say they looked really sharp. Also saw a 99 Motor Trike that was for sale. Which one of the three companies is best? Hard to say as there are features on each I like. On customer relations I found my dealings with Tri-Wing completely different than Vicco did. Before, during, and after the sale they were extremely helpful. In fact I had gotten a set of bad air bags that their supply had shipped and Tri-Wing took immediate action to resolve the problem. This was 3 months after the sale and before I had completed the conversion. I will say that if you're not mechanically inclined then one is best to have a dealer or factory do the converson. I do have some pics in my profile as well. Links -- http://www.triwing.com/ http://www.championsidecars.com/ while they don't list a kit for the Venture on their web site I know they are making them for it. Best contact them for more info http://www.hannigantrikes.com/content/yamahatrike.html Larry
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    Besides the Steble air horn in place of the right side stock horn I've mount a pair of electric Highway Blasters on the bike. One under the lower left cowling in place of the stock horn and the other inside the fairing to the left of the headlight assembly. These horns are about as loud as the air horn too. Certainly they'll get some errant cagers attention. I did have to fabricate a new bracket for the one in the left cowling & take off the plastic cover on the horn. Ran all the wiring thru the same relay too. Sorry no pics of my set up either. Perhaps next time I have the covers off. Larry
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    Carlos you have mail/pm Larry
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    Thanks Carlos I may take you up on that as I'm not that confident of the dealers service department. I'll give you a call later Larry
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    Kevin you got yourself one fine ride there. That bike is as good as new. And whoever is to buy that 90 is getting a fine machine as well. Would have loved to seen Brad's face when you and Sue pulled into Squids driveway. Pics would of been priceless. Larry
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    Know what ya mean there Mariner. I don't think that camera ever leaves her hands. Just a clicking away. Guess we shouldn't really think no different thou and certainly not the first time she's downloaded a slew of pics. I do think this is a record for her. Am I right Mechanic? Good job on the pics just the same Mechanic and thanks for sharing them. Gives us poor folks who couldn't be there at least see what we all missed. And hoping/wishing we can get to the next rally. Larry
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    Finally getting my broken cb antena replaced by the dealer. When I asked about swr tuning I got one of those "oh it don't need that". True or false? Seems I read or heard said that the cb would go bad. Then again I know nothing about these things . I know some members have tuned their antenas for best operation but wanted to know if it's required or needed. I'd rather not let them mess with it unless I have to. Larry
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    That's pretty scary. Let's hope they finish their trip safely. If they continue with this type of behaviour don't be too surprised to read of them having a mishap. Larry
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    Thanks for all the good words and praise guys. I do try to make a quality product that would make life easier owning these great bikes. Since starting this endeavor two years ago I can honestly say there's been only a couple of times I've dropped the ball so to speak and then it was minor stuff. At least no one has asked for their money back yet. I've had the pleasure to meet and ride with some of you. Hope to meet many more of my fellow Venture Riders in the future as well. I'll continue offering the lift adapters as well as the Stebel horn brackets for as long as theirs customers wanting them. Thanks, Larry
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    We'll be there Al. Sounds like a neat new place to check out. Larry
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    Such a tease you are Skid. Glad to hear Yammer's going whatever kind of wheels he'll be on. Larry
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    Updated post above with pics. Larry
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    Hate reading these posts from our members but happy that you Boomer are here to tell us of it. As bad as you're banged up it could of been worse. Oh yea that bike will most likely be road ready long before you are. Follow Doc's orders and get fully healed before getting back on the horse. Larry
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    I've built a couple of them for my bike already. I used 3/4" angle for one and 1" for the other. Made the 1" model first (12" x 18") and decided I wanted a bigger one to better fit my luggage bag. That one measures out at 12" x 24". Then used expanded metal for the base, drilled 3/8" holes along the sides for the bungie cords. I'll post a couple of pics later. Larry
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    That was a wondfull trip you & Debbie had Curt. Thanks for sharing it with us all. Larry
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    Sorry to hear of your mishap. Heal quickly and by the time it does you'll have the bike ready to go again. Larry
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    Hey Joe don't give up just yet. Hopefully you'll get someones attenion here. I would offer my services but won't be in town then. Heading to NC for a weeks riding the Labor Day week/weekend. Larry
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    Hi Speedy

    Small world hey. In fact there's several former Vol members here at Venture Riders.

    My brother just moved from Lunnock, Tx to memphis, Tn too. Likes it better there now.

    Check out my classifieds in 2nd gen parts & accessories.

    Anyhow welcome to the site.

    Larry

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    With most people carrying cell phones one should also add ICE info to our cell phones. ICE1 being your primary contact , ICE2 2nd in line , etc. Doing this could get vital info to any rescue personal pertaining to medical conditions. Larry
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    As the article notes it's the big bikes that are taking the hits. Due to their higher costs as well as the US economy in a down turn. Fewer people purchasing expensive items of this nature. Now you take the entry level bikes and they're selling them. Perhaps not as brisk as they'd like of course. Used bike market is soaring thou. Another reason for lagging sales is the credit industry is drying up. Fewer lending institutions willing to stick their neck out on questionable buyers. At any rate I'll 2nd Goose's observations. Larry
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    Carefull there fella. You know how those lists can get ugly and you just know your name pops up a lot?? Get it done when ya can Al. We'll still be here Larry
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    Know how you'll be feeling Mama. We're here in Sikeston, Mo checking out Trike Riders International rally. 1st day here and we're already swimming with Wings and more to come . Haha. I'll represent the Venture line of bikes as you will be doing and holding our heads high. Seriously had some folks give us the thumbs up here. And may be snagging another new member for the club here. He rode up on a painted 05 and chatted a bit . Gave him the site name so maybe he's already signed up. Man I really need to get some of those business cards printed up. Later, Larry
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    Nicely done and deffineately one of a kind. Larry
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    Looking really good there. Let's hear a report from Ken on his ride now. Larry
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    Best news today for sure. Keep the good fight going and we'll be keeping you in our prayers. Larry
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