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Glad I could be of servce!
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Are skipping doing it in 2009???
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Thought you might find this interesting. Study: Antilocks Trim Fatal Motorcycle Crashes WASHINGTON (AP)--Antilock brakes could help motorcycle riders avoid fatal crashes, according to a study by the insurance industry. The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety said Wednesday that the fatal crash rate involving motorcycles equipped with optional antilock brakes, or ABS, was 38 percent lower than the rate involving similar motorcycles without the systems. Antilock brakes, like their counterparts on cars and trucks, help motorcycle riders stop their bikes abruptly without locking up the wheels or fishtailing. The system evaluates the brake pressure multiple times per second, allowing motorcycle riders to fully brake both wheels in an emergency situation and avoid hitting the pavement. Antilocks are more typically found on touring bikes and have been available on a limited number of motorcycles since BMW AG introduced ABS on the K100 in 1988. "Even though adding antilocks won't make motorcycling as safe as going by car, it's something manufacturers can do to reduce the risk of traveling on two wheels instead of four," said Adrian Lund, president of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. Rob Dingman, president and CEO of the American Motorcyclist Association, said the study shows the potential of antilock brakes, but it also underscores the need for a "long-overdue" federal study of the causes of motorcycle crashes. "Our members would welcome an ABS option on more models, but there must be a broader strategy to reduce motorcycle accidents and fatalities that includes increased education and motorist awareness," Dingman said. Safety officials have been concerned about a steady rise in motorcycle deaths. More than 5,100 motorcyclists died in 2007, compared with 2,294 fatalities in 1998. The deaths have climbed as vehicle miles traveled have grown by more than 20 percent during the period and motorcycle registrations have surpassed 6 million, compared with 3.8 million in 1998. In the report, researchers studied eight motorcycles that offer antilock brakes as an option. They found there were 6.6 fatal crashes per 10,000 registered motorcycles without antilocks in 2005-2006. The rate for the same bikes equipped with antilocks was 4.1, or 38 percent lower, during the same period. In a second study, the IIHS found that antilock brakes appeared to reduce collision claims — insurance losses were 21 percent lower for motorcycles with antilock brakes compared with similar motorcycles without the equipment. The findings were based on a data set of 72,000 insured years of 2003-2007 model year Honda, Suzuki, Triumph and Yamaha bikes. IIHS said antilocks were standard or optional equipment on about 40 motorcycles from the 2008 model year; top manufacturers include BMW, Harley-Davidson Inc., and Honda Motor Co. ABS typically adds about $1,000 or more to the cost of a motorcycle. Ty van Hooydonk, the Motorcycle Industry Council's director of product communications, said ABS can be effective for some riders but it depends on factors such as road conditions, skill level and the type of riding involved. "For a number of experienced enthusiasts out there, they're able to stop with a non-ABS motorcycle quicker than they are with an ABS-equipped motorcycle," van Hooydonk said. "It's all very situational." Ray Zimmerman, executive director of the BMW Motorcycle Owners of America, said ABS could be very valuable when trying to bring a bike to a stop on slick and icy roads. Zimmerman, of Ellisville, Mo., said he has been riding motorcycles for more than four decades and logged nearly 250,000 miles on BMW motorcycles. His ABS system has come in handy on two occasions, and he's glad he had it. "You keep a bike from swerving out of control one time, and it's worth (it)," he said.
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Wow, You won't ever find me riding a bicycle..........don't matter where it is:rasberry: Do you think those are real pics or photshops?
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Welcome. At least its not Political Bill
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Sorry Dan. Know exactly how you feel. It's very hard.
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I like the looks of the Voyager, though I won't see one in person till Feb. at the IMS in Chicago. Like what others have said, the seating and comfort will be my deciding factor. The VTwin vs. V4 means nothing to me. Matter of fact, I'm hoping the new Venture is built on the Roadliner platform and NOT the VMax. I WILL be getting a new bike in 2010, so that will be when I start seriously comparing. I really hope Yamaha has a new touring machine out by then, if not it will be between the Wing and the Voyager. My biggest concern with moving away from the Yamaha is the Dealers I would have to work with around here. The Kawi and Honda Dealers close are idiots and any decent ones are just too far to be feasible for Service. I WILL Not do my own service. My Yamaha Dealer is fantastic and always treated me fairly and I TRUST them.
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Any info on the $$MSRP price?
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Gary - Think of you often and continue you to keep you in our prayers. Jay
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A marinate with Western Salad dressing is pretty good and then smoked!
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86 video is DEFINETLY A SCAM. STAY AWAY.
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Recently heard from Allan. Seems our buddy Allan has been out of commission. The weekend before the Eureka Springs gathering he hurt is knee very bad and it will need surgery. However, while waiting for the surgery he developed a bone infection. He has been on the antibotics, and surgery is delayed. He seemed pretty down and depressed, which I know I would be too. So keep him in your thoughts and prayers. Jay
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I have personal experience with Ronald McDonald House in St.Louis. It was a godsend. We stayed there for 5 weeks when my son was born. The cost for parents is extremely low and helps to take one other worry off your mind while you are caring for your child.
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Has anyone had to run over truck tire?
RoadKill replied to roadwarrior's topic in Safety and Education
It hasn't had any effect. They are comprehensive claims which DO Not effect rates. I have been with the same insurance company, State Farm, for 32 years. -
Has anyone had to run over truck tire?
RoadKill replied to roadwarrior's topic in Safety and Education
3 Deer! You only have 15 to go to catch up with me. At least they have all been in cages. -
Has anyone had to run over truck tire?
RoadKill replied to roadwarrior's topic in Safety and Education
Sounds like you are trying to steal my name! :rotfl:Those kinds of things are exactly how I was bestowed "RoadKill" -
not even a bid, last I looked.
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Take a look at this trailer on ebay please and tell me what you think. I don't have a problem with it not being covered as I have a couple ideas. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=011&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT&viewitem=&item=320305119786&rd=1 Thanks,
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Heart stopping moments...
RoadKill replied to Owen's topic in Royal Star Venture Tech Talk ('99 - '13)
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Wow, I didn't think the would hit the showrooms till January or later according to the Kawasaki dealers I've talked to.
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Is yours tinted? Cause I do like that. Mine is.
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Have the vent in my XXL Clearview. I cannot feel any difference in warm weather, which is what I anticipated when I bought the shield. However, it was a blem and already had the vent. If I had to buy a new one, I would not get it again.
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Don't think I want to be cool either:whistling:, though the Vision is slowly, very slowly growing on me. I have stopped at 2 Victory dealers and have been unable to see one in person. That will be the real test. Hands on, butt in the seat.
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Or.........Don't use the horn! :stirthepot:Alot cheaper than the Stebel. I don't think I've ever used my horn other than to say hello as I passed my friends house.