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    I think we have a winner with that answer
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    Lutz, I'm not sure of the ML to Fld oz but I have always put 13.8 fluid ounces (yes as it says in the book) and haven't really had any issues with it like that. If I'm not mistaken when progessives are installed they recommend 5 inches from the top of the tube with the tubes compressed. I'll be interested in hearing from others on their experiences with it.
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    Take one to know one Cindy
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    Cant say that I have, but I have heard a lot about some bikes burning holes in their pistons with specialty plugs like splitfires and whatnot. I dont know how true that is but me I'll stick with the good ole NGK's and not worry about it
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    I would agree with this statement also, all depends on how you ride and what level of comfort your looking for. I varied from 1 up and empty to 2 up and loaded, I like to play in the twisties so I usually have a stiffer suspension setting to get the performance I want. Best thing to do is go up and down in 5 to 7 lb incriments and see what works best for your riding style. The front fork are 7 lbs max if I'm not mistaken and on my G2's, the rear was 50 lbs....hope this helps out a bit
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    Common problem Mike....no worries and you really cant fix it as the stud and post are 1 unit. Many guys I know, me included, dont have their seats bolted on, when you sit on them they aren't going to come off.
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    I agree with Dan 100% if you go to synthetic it will start to leak from every cracked gasket that is on the bike....dont ask how I know this. I use Shell Rotella T 15-40 in my bikes, I have for years, just remember to not use any of the energy conserving oils.
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    Chris, It sounds to me like you have a fork seal leaking, it is under the black rubber dust seal cover. It is on the inside and takes some skill to take it apart and repair it. If your not real familiar with how to do it I would say take it to someone that does it for a living. It can be a pain to do if you dont have the right tools. Some folks have removed the fork from the bike and brought the forks into a dealer and had them do it for the cost of an hours labor. Something I will mention here is when you do replace them, use Yamaha parts. Dont go with the "Never leak again" seals the factory parts for this application are the best your going to get and you dont want to screw with them again.
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    Tweetybird.... Lonna and I talked about shooting up Thursday night after I get off of work. I know how busy these are, still recovering from last year. We can make a pig happen regardless and give you a hand on Friday before the masses show up....I'll be in touch
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    Well I actually did mean to change out the reservoir brake fluid 1st. I didn't read into it that he had just changed the engine oil and started having problems, which it may well be that too I know that in the past few years I have seen a lot of clutch descrepancies be cured with doing the routine changing of the clutch fluid. But you may be right on the wrong engine oil
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    I'm Befuddled....I always wanted to say that word in a sentence
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    I have made a couple of racks that slide into the Reece style reciever hitches. If I'm not mistaken I thought that Diamond R made a rack that fits into one? Mine were made out of Stainless stell and the 2nd one that I gave to Mean Dog was out of Aluminum, which I polished.
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    This is just my opinion, so any and everyone take it for just that. Let it go, I dont think that you'll recoup any real monies from the bike. Myself, I wouldn't want it around to remind me of the accident, but that is just me. If you feel that it will help you heal, then by all means keep it, otherwise I would let it go and close that chapter.
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    Dave, You sure the 140/90 isn't a 16? the 1st gen rear tire is 140/90-16 and the G2 is the 150/90-15
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    If your worried about a flat tire then install this before you leave http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=576
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    I would look elsewhere than the R/K mufflers Jeff. That doesn't seem like it would cause that problem unless gas was pouring out of them. I have had drilled R/K's on my last 2 RSV's and have done many highway miles with them on....something doesn't add up to me on this
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    Thanks Yammer...no big rush, just want to get it done before touring season is in full swing Carl.....what can I say....nah never mind
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    Larry, I would 1st try to change out the clutch fluid completely, install fresh brake fluid in it and bleed it well. Sometimes the old fluid can make it do strange things, start with the easiest and then troubleshoot more if needed....we'll be here for you
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    New Elite 3

    Squidley replied to bill04's topic in Watering Hole

    It does feel like a new bike when you just plain get rid of the brickstones. It's a great upgrade for sure...enjoy the ride Jacques
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    The rear caliper and the left front are linked, it's a bit tough to lock them up, but I'm sure if you tried hard enough you could. Unfortunately yours being an '84 doesn't have as good a brake system as the 1300's. I would try and use a good quality sintered brake pad such as the EBC HH series, thats what I use on mine.
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    I have done 800 miles on a 2nd gen, and it's not worth it if you have 2 days. 500 miles days are a breeze on the Venture, about 9 hours worth of riding and your not wore out. There will be a getting used to period with this bike, so dont push it. RandyA's list is a good one, but do yourself a favor and go into the VR assistance page and print it out. If you run into problems you will have numbers of folks that are more than willing to come and help you. The only thing you need to remember is have fun and enjoy the ride, it wont get much better than this ride your about to take BTW welcome to the club, hope to see lots more of you here
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    Absolutely, it's so easy you'll freak
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    My CRS is getting bad, I want to swap my '86 VR's suspension over to the standard set up. I can't stand the CLASS system on these 20+ YO bikes as they are too fickle. I want to change over to the manual valve system for airing the shocks up. If anyone has an old 1200 sitting around that they use for parts and has both the front and rear schrader setups, please get ahold of me and we can do some dealing....Thanks
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    FYI...the 1200cc rack is different from the 1300cc rack as the trunks are removeable on the 1200's
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    Brian, There is only 1 size tire that fits on the 1st gen, it's not like the G2 with the narrow size or the stock size. What you want to order for the front is 120/90-18 65H Avon Venom X.
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