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  1. Mike G in SC
    Bump - This Saturday.
  2. Mike G in SC
    Yep, what Redneck said. I've done it that way on 3 or 4 now.
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    From 2009 post on becoming visible: http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=43137 Use "PI",,, Polite Intimidation. The whole idea is to get them to look at you. Don't have to get them mad, but put them "on-guard". I use PI when coming to any traffic that may present a problem. When you see someone from leaving a side road or a gas station or one of those people headed towards your lane or center lane,,, turn on your brights and even better, wiggle your handle bars towards them like you are going to get unpredictable. Get their attention before they create the situation. Someone 30 years ago told me to "make them think you may be crazy, that will get their attention". (Oh, Make sure your rider knows you do this so they don't freak.) Never stay in someone's blind spot. Got Throttle, use it. If you are going to turn and traffic is behind you, don't break late, start slowing early. This will force them to start slowing before you get on the turn. Works in a car too. If someone is in the lane beside you, riding too close to your side, when you get past the driver window, come back towards them (cautiously) to "herd" them back to their lane. Also, when leading a group, I always have my BRIGHTS on (at daytime). Yep, and a air horn. And, use hand signals all the time, along with signal lights. You really do get respect from most cages when you do that. (It's not just a group thing.) 11-26-2009, 09:19 AM Mike G in SC Supporting Member
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    I think you have a couple of Yamaha dealers in the area that are best internet prices on Yamaha OEM parts. (I use their prices to show my dealer). One is: Stadium Yamaha 520 West Airport Fwy Irving, TX 75062 (972) 445-0825 Another: Central Yamaha in Plano So, maybe they would be good on tires too? But that's an excellent price if that's a pair of Venoms for a RSV/RSTD!
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    Yamaha Extreme Sports in Sumter, SC is having their 11th annual open house May 5. This year event is "Cinco de Mayo", a toco flavored fest. Door prizes and demos and free dyno tests. Any proceeds will benefit the Lupus Foundation (sponsered by the Sumter STAR Touring chapter). (Also their parts dept is pretty competitive on legit internet prices, tires, OEM accessories,,,. I usually bring in a "print page".) You have probably seen several on this forum with very good things to say about this "Yamaha only" dealer. So, head on in on 5/5, 9AM to 3PM. http://www.extremesportsyamaha.com/ Mike G in SC
  6. Mike G in SC
    Get her a Kindle. My wife used to read paper backs, she went to a Kindle then someone in the family gave her the new Kindle Fire. Been keeping her happy for years.
  7. Mike G in SC
    Yeah, I'll call in sick. As far as either my Venture or my RSTD,,, you bet, nothing to do but gas it.
  8. Mike G in SC
    Just a reminder, Seafoam is still on sale at NAPA stores for $6.48 through the end of April. I passed through a small town with a old NAPA store Friday. Seafoam on the shelf still had $9.99. The dealer quickly acknowledged the $6.48 price. Said "You want 10?". Nope, just 8. So, I'm set for a while (if I quit giving them away to my kids and friends).
  9. Mike G in SC
    Last time I had one similar to that (on the rear, in the groove) I used the gooey rope plug from an auto parts or Wal-Mart. Just to make myself a bit more confident, I put in a bottle of Green Slime. The tire was just fine till it wore out.
  10. Mike G in SC
    You may already be aware of the Pure Gas web site, if not, take a visit. Like Gas Buddy (for gas prices), it is user updated. So, you can go on the web site and update for your station(s). http://pure-gas.org/ Mike G
  11. Mike G in SC
    Too funny. If I had seen the rig in a parking lot without a cooler on it,,, I would have to wait for the owner to see what he had in mind! It would also work for your buddy who is too proud to ride on the rear seat. Just put a short ski rope to hold on to. He should wear a helmet,, and say "Watch this!".
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    I might be wondering if your front tire is over inflated? (like 45+) That could make it a bit more sensitive to the road or parking lot surface, and explain why one time it's left and then right. If it is high, test it at 38-39 to see if that goes away. Just a simple thought. Mike G.
  13. Mike G in SC
    In Forrest Gump,,,, seems like he bought stock in some apple company? Anyhow, it's just a phase,,, don't worry. He legally has till he's 26 now to grow out of it. When your first grandson is named Mac,,, then you worry. Signed,, I-Dad
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    I like Frogg Toggs, got a couple of pair. One word,,, comfort. But they are made to last one season as far as my expreriences go. I still have them but they have tears and burn holes. (I bring them to rainy club rides in case someone else forgets.) Two years ago I bought a set of First Gear rain jacket and pants. Don't remember the model but they were around $100 with discount from Cycle Gear. Wore them today in fact. These will last and are comfortable. Bright YELLOW jacket is nice. But the jacket is a bit more sweatty than the Frogg Toggs. Again the Frogg Toggs are comfortable but short life. Mike G
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    Hey THANKS. I just put a $9.99 bottle back on the shelf at one of the box stores yesterday. And Walmart was $8.97. NAPA web site confirms your $6.48 price, yep time to stock up. (But they don't sell/ship on-line, pick up at the store. Looks like you can pre-order at your selected store if you want.) http://www.napaonline.com/Catalog/Result.aspx?Ntt=SF16&Ntk=Keyword&Nty=1&Dn=0&D=SF16&Dk=1&Dp=3&N=0 Mike G in SC
  16. Mike G in SC
    NO,,,, How about advertising on Craigslist with YOUR phone number. I'm a part timer on this forum,,,,and, we don't know each other,, so I'm unbiased to your spouse. If you don't ride this bike yourself, you need to do one of those Craigslist ads that has a picture of the bike and then asks for a mocho guy to ride it. Kind of like the old joke that says "wanted,,, send a picture of boat". My wife is understanding,, you can ride on the back of my bike anytime you get near SC. I try to stay out of Ohio,,,, Mocho,,, eh,,, but I do have a Venture and a RSTD in my garage,,, that's what really counts! Just funning,,,,, Mike G. PS: I'll do most anything for a case of Skyline Chili!
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    Rutman, SO,,, you find the best deal I have seen in a year and a half on a RSV and the conversation turns into what to do about the cassette. So, are you pursuing the bike or just curious? If I was looking,(but I got one) I'd be bugging you about where this bike is. I'm about 100 miles south if you got questions. If you don't plan on buying, might let the readers here know how to find the bike. Cause that's a good price. Spartanburg area? Mike G in (Lugoff) SC
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    Oh,,, Geeze. 2008 posts,,, by now this guy has been through a couple of bikes. So,,, Texas Venture,, doing the Rip Van Winkle thing? Thanks Keemez,, I'll keep a better eye on it. LOL. Mike G in SC
  19. Mike G in SC
    Keith,, Slow down, take your time, spend a few weeks looking for a DEAL. Some guy in Spartanburg has a line on a 2009 for,,, he says $9k or less. That is a DEAL. Might see what he is looking at, cause he is just tire kicking. (look for some link for "2009" Anyhow, don't burn a hole in your pocket, take a breath and look for a good deal. You now know you want a Venture (or RSTD). I'm proof, you can get a very good deal if you don't let it overwhelm you. Mike G in SC
  20. Mike G in SC
    See: http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=939
  21. Mike G in SC
    I have a friend who was a Voyager fan from the earlier models. He bought the new one when it came out. Don't misunderstand me but this friend boasts,,,, alot,,, kinda Pecos Bill type. What I noticed when he had it was ,,,, nothing. He didn't spend his time about how great it was,,,,,. That was a lot not said. Later, it got T-boned, totaled. When everything was settled,, he headed Harley. Never mentioned the Voyager much after that. What I saw of the broke bike reminded me of the "Crash-Mobile" toys from the 1960's. When the car hit an object,,, all the body pannels sprung off it. (Anyone remember that toy car,,, loved it.) So, I don't think he felt it measured up to the old Voyagers he had before. http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_YG9OM4nlPhA/SqH9iHK1HbI/AAAAAAAABPA/-zKJUA4yeSU/s400/crashmobile.jpg
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    Let me be the first to say BUY IT,,, that's a steal!!! Serious, most people would be looking more like $12k for that. Ok, now with that out of the way, dealer, or individual? Good shape, have you seen it, have you ridden it? Get the VIN, go to a Yamaha dealer you trust and ask them to look up the warrenty maintenance record. How do the tires look? At 25k, it probably has 2nd set on. The rear may be at about 10K, but the front is probably okay. But as far as price,,, that's really a GOOD price, you will not find better for a 2009, with an engine. Mike G
  23. Mike G in SC
    Phil, Welcome,,,,, be safe, be aware,,, and enjoy. Mike G in SC
  24. Mike G in SC
    Buy the plexiglass lower vents. Look on line at Yamaha Cocumonga or Stadium Yamaha in Dallas area (or take that price to your local dealer, mine matched it). Anyhow, they can keep you warmer in winter and deflect the heat out in warmer days. See link, List $200, below for $156 +ship(?). http://www.stadiumyamaha.com/pages/Catalog/Product/3664?categoryID=207&subCategoryID=407&catalogFilter1ID=1&catalogFilter2ID=4&catalogFilter3ID=90&catalogFilter4ID=68&catalogFilter5ID=63350
  25. Mike G in SC
    My FAVORITE BIKE! His price is too high.
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