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There is a topic area called VR Merchandise. Check it out and you'll find caps and etc. I still have small patches and a few Guardian Bells.
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OK folks...some of you may remember that last fall I had posted my plans to do a group purchase of Edset's Headsets. After he told me that he was coming out with a new Third Generation product, I decided to wait. Not only that but to be honest, I've tried a lot of headsets. J&M high and low ends, AirRider which are considered high end and EXPENSIVE, etc. etc. Regardless of if I paid a LOT or just a little, I have never been happy with what I got. So, I have really been on the fence about spending $200.00 for another set that would leave me wanting more. Last week I broke down and ordered a set of Edset's. They came in yesterday and I found time to put them in today. I've got to tell you folks, I think we have a winner. These have the best sound that I have heard from any that I've tried. Bass is pretty good and the music is very clear. Haven't tried them yet for communications but to be honest, that was the least of my concern. I've found that most are fine for communications. He did tell me that the biggest complaint that he gets from new customers is that the mic is sensitive and he has to explain to people that you need to turn down your intercom with these because they don't require the volume that others do. Now here is what I REALLY like about these. They are completely modular. If a speaker goes bad, you unplug and replace it. If the mic goes bad, you unplug and replace it. All connectors for the upper and lower cords are gold plated also. But what I REALLY like is the fact that on the back of the module is a 1/8" speaker jack. You can even buy these without speakers if you want to and plug your earbud speakers into the module. I bought the speakers but also plan to try them with some good earbud speakers. I think it will work GREAT. You can also plug an IPOD or other MP3 player into that same jack if you wish. These are just very versatile. That jack would be a great option for you first gen riders who don't have an auxiliary input. So, I am planning to order another set for my wife's helmet and if there is any interest, I can put together a group purchase at this time. Price will depend upon what you want but the set I bought for an open face helmet with RCA microphone, speakers and speaker pouches came to about $210.00. I think I could get that down to about $180.00 plus shipping if I order 10 or more sets. I would have them all shipped to me and I would cover that shipping. Then to you would probably be about $7.50 or so in the USA. I will have to get a shipping price for Canada. So...if you are interested... now is the time to speak up. To see pictures and options, go to http://www.edsets.com Don
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OK folks...Maintenance day is next weekend. If you would all take a moment to go to the Calendar for June 7th and update your intentions of whether or not you are coming, it will be much appreciated. Since I got no volunteers to do the pig, I'm going to just pick up catered food so it would help if I had a closer estimate on how many people to expect. Thanks, Don Nelson
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I've never used them but have seen others that do. This is the first I've heard of them causing scratches but I can see how it could happen. I just never saw a need for them.
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spped-o-healer
Freebird replied to Silver Bullet's topic in Royal Star Venture Tech Talk ('99 - '13)
Yea, I've had mine for a couple of years now I think...maybe last year...heck I don't remember. It's nice to know that what you see is actually the correct speed though. I really like it. -
I haven't seen one of them in person but it's hard to beat the Utopia and Diamond R units.
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I don't recognize the names. Where in Kentucky is it? I travel a good bit in eastern Kentucky.
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Convert JM headset to bluetooth
Freebird replied to County Mounty's topic in GPS, Audio, Electronics
I'm not sure what you mean. Did you buy a bluetooth setup? If so, what did you buy? Most that I've seen come with a box/transmitter that you plug into the system and then the headset pairs with it. If so, I don't see how any regular headset could work because they must have the receiver and etc. to pair with the transmitter. -
My passenger headset keeps breaking/burning out
Freebird replied to ChurchBuilder's topic in GPS, Audio, Electronics
I don't know of anything on the bike that could be causing it. Does it happen while in use or do you just plug them in and find that they no longer work? -
air suspention not workin HELP
Freebird replied to run n bare's topic in Venture and Venture Royale Tech Talk ('83 - '93)
I take it you aren't getting any errors on the air suspension display? -
I can't imagine all the sadness that you must feel at this time. From the short talks that we have had, I know how badly you are hurting. Please know that we are here for you if there is anything at all that we can do. Our prayers will continue.
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I use Firefox and it is showing just over 300 items. I would clear out the cache and etc.
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Fork Brace List
Freebird replied to Condor's topic in Venture and Venture Royale Tech Talk ('83 - '93)
No, it is not a Super Brace. Super Brace is a brand name. That is a similar product that is manufactured and sold for the same purpose but it is NOT the Super Brace brand. -
I don't know then. When I click on either of those, I get 309 items...about 7 pages.
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I'm a LONG way from El Paso but here is a way to get it going temporarily. http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=512
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I'm not trying to be difficult but I honestly don't know what you are talking about. I don't know of an Ebay link at the bottom. Are you talking about on the home page or on the forum page?
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Which Ebay link at the bottom of the page? If I click the one in the left menu bar or at the end of the listings on the home page, It only comes up with 7 pages.
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You should be able to. I made a mistake in the .htaccess file but it is corrected now. I DID have to clear my browsing history and etc. to make it work for me again though.
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Sorry about that. It should be OK again now.
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You'll be faced with another potential issue. You could end up with two keys now. One for the ignition and one for the bags and etc. There are two ways around this. 1. Make them remove the key mechanism from the old switch and install it in the new one. Then you will continue using the original key. 2. Get a key blank. Have one side of the key cut to match the new key and the other side cut to match the old key. Then it will work both, depending upon which way you insert it.
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I agree...it very likely the ignition switch...the one that the key goes in.
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Thanks...looks good and may be the way to go.
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Folks, this is really nothing new. They changed it a bit with this last upgrade but there has always been a "buddy list". I think they just call it a friends list now. The function is about the same as far as I know. I really don't care about it one way or the other. I accept requests when I get them but then really don't pay attention to it. If the majority of you want it to go away, I can make that happen.
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Basically anything from '83-'93 is considered first gen. '99 and up are second gen. You might direct them to our history page at: http://www.venturerider.org/modules/history/index.php As for the brakes, some find them to be lacking. I really don't. Some of us think that the rears are a bit too sensitive and have made some mods to it. Rick Butler has a proportioning valve setup that works well and I have it on mine. Check out the tech library for more info on that.
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I agree with the ignition switch. No uncommon and you describe exactly what happens. There is a write-up in the tech library showing how to temporarily bypass it.