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OK....looks like I can answer my own question. It looks like you are NOT crossing over so that will be good. I will just come on over and meet up with you at the parking area on Mather Circle. I'll plan to be there no later than 11:00 a.m. I will have my cell phone with me, 440-225-0004.
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That sounds good except that is really no reason for me to go through customs only to turn right around and come through customs again. Does anybody know of a spot where we can wait for you on the USA side? Or...are you not crossing over to the USA side? If not, I'll just come on through and meet you there. Just give me a time and a place. We'll plan to be there. If something happens and we aren't there and waiting, you can go on without us and we'll see you somewhere later in the day.
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SOME parts...remember...I've seen your stash. You could build a couple of first gens from your "some parts".
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It's working correctly here also.
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I've never seen anything else.
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OK....now I have to add the standard disclaimer to every car tire thread. Please save me the trouble and just read the sticky on the Darksiders forum. Otherwise, every tire thread will turn into a debate.
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I am actualy pretty amazed at how similar the tread designs are on the Elite III and the Avon. I don't like mixing brands simply because it's an old habit of mine but I have done it and experienced no negative effects.
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LOL.....please understand that I was not offended by your previous comments, just added come clarification. I pretty much agree with that you wrote. The only thing I would add just as a word of caution is to check the load rating on any of those sport touring tires that you might consider. The Venture, first and second gen, are a lot heavier than most of those bikes.
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OK...in my ever so humble opinion and from all the reports that I've read here. I would recommend either the Michelin Commander or the Avon Venom.
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Sounds to me that if some or most of those new parts that you put on it were not damaged in the wreck, you would probably come out ahead to take the $2700 and keep the bike. It really depends upon how bad it is damaged and how many of the parts are usable. Did any of the plastic survive?
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That would be great if we could coordinate the time. Actually, I'll be on my '99 RSV Sport Cruiser.
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WANT TO TALK TO ANOTHER BIKE w/o AUDIO
Freebird replied to TESchoener's topic in GPS, Audio, Electronics
It has nothing to do with the 5 pin system on your Venture or RSTD. I thought you were looking for something for your wife's bike? If so, it is just a CB to be mounted on here bike and you will use the CB already present on your bike to communicate with her. If you are simply looking for bike to bike withoug the CB...like an Intercom...there is nothing that I know of that would integrate with the system on your Venture. -
My son and I will be leaving Tuesday morning and taking 90 out of the Cleveland area. We plan to cross over into Canada via the Peace Bridge in Buffalo. This is not a very long ride for us, only about 6 hours maybe. If anybody else is going that way on the same day though, you are welcome to join us.
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To clutch, or not to clutch. THAT is the question.
Freebird replied to Schlepporello's topic in Safety and Education
Personally, I use my clutch about 99.9% of the time. I have on rare occasions for various reasons shifted without it. -
Nice pictures and a big welcome to Larry. Now, where are the ROOS?
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I unfortunately don't know of anything except for the K&N and Yamaha. I've never seen any buy Fram or the other common brands.
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It is likely your firewall. There was some info about this latest version that some folks might have to make some changes to their firewall settings. Mine is working GREAT now.
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LOL...I hope you aren't the LAST.
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OK folks, I have added a forum named Darksiders. PLEASE READ THE STICKY. I had really mixed feelings about adding this area due to the fact that I have seen already that some people cannot seem to discuss this issue without resorting to personal attacks and sarcasm toward other members. It is very simple, it will not be allowed and if it does then that area will not be here for long.
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This forum is for those of who have decided to run a car tire on the back of their Ventures, or for those who may be interested in trying it and looking for some information. PLEASE READ: By participating in this area you AGREE to the following. 1. Installing and running a car tire on the back of the Venture or any other motorcycle is NOT endorsed by nor recommended by VentureRider.org. 2. In this group you will mostly find posts from people who are using these tires and are sold on the idea. It is important that you understand that there are negative opinions also. Some of these include possible rubber compounds that are not optimized for motorcycles, some insurance companies may not pay for accidents if they know that you are using a car tire, possible problems with the bead profile of the motorcycle rim not correct for a car tire, profile of tire is possibly not optimized for motorcycle use. These are just a few of the reasons cited for NOT running a car tire on a motorcycle. These issues have been agreed to by some and disputed by others but you need to be aware that the use of a car tire on a motorcycle is NOT universally agreed upon to be a good idea. 3. The bottom line is, do your research and come to your own conclusion. Do not take my word or that of anybody else that this is a good or a bad idea. Do your research and come to your own conclusion but remember, should you decide to proceed with a car tire on your motorcycle, you do so at your own risk and you agree to NOT hold VentureRider.org or any moderator, administrator or member here responsible for any negative consequences of your decision. 4. There are people who have strong feelings on both sides of this issue. It this can be discussed in a mature way then that will be great. Please remember, this forum is NOT solely for the purpose of hearing from those who think that a car tire on a motorcycle is a great idea. There will likely be some posts from those who think it is a dangerous idea. There is likely to be discussion and debate. That is why this is called a DISCUSSION FORUM. If those who participate in this forum cannot do so without resorting to personal attacks and sarcastic comments then this area will be removed IMMEDIATELY. Don "Freebird" Nelson
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Did you look in the classifieds? I think there are a couple there that fit that description.
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Most of our long distance riding is two up and pulling a Bushtec trailer is is probably overloaded. I used to run about 30 lbs. on a daily basis and pumped it up to about 45 when two up with the trailer. That made it a bit stiff but these bikes already sit about an inch low in the rear and handling was really poor by the time you loaded it up. The leveling links were the best thing I have ever done for that situation. It levels the bike and allows me to keep the air pressure down at around 30-35 lbs. even when loaded and the handling through the twisties is still great. I know that the leveling links are the answer to those that are inseam challenged but they are a GREAT improvement if you can take the added height.
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If that were the case, I wouldn't be talking to you folks at ALL. I just downloaded and installed Firefox 3 and that solved the problem. I guess I just let myself get too far behind the times.
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No, 2.0.0.15 Maybe I'll try 3. I didn't even know it was out.
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Maybe it's just me then. Possibly my connection here. I'm sitting in front of a hotel while on a conference call. Maybe I should be paying attention to the call.