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Sorry you have to deal with this but it sounds like you did not have much of a choice, especially since it was such a large dog. Out of respect for the owners stopping may have been a good thing BUT it seems like there is a good chance that could have gotten out of hand very quickly (since some people are just nuts). A couple years ago I lived in a neighborhood that at the end of our street the folks had a reasonable sized dog that liked to chase cars and bikes too (Every morning when I wouldl leave for work, they would be sitting at the edge of the street, ready to go). What I found to work quite well in throwing them off was when/if they make motions like they were going to run out to me or chase me as I drove by I would slow down as I approached, then just as I was getting to the point that I would be passing them I would speed back up. I heard somewhere that this throws off their depth perception/estimation of how to intercept a rider. In your case, from what you described, I think that if that method was used you probably would have run over the dog instead of winging it...
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The wagner sealed beam that I mentioned above, is in-fact what I said it was but like a few others have said the bulb that you have out looks to be the H3s. Sorry about that, for some reason I had remembered H3s being something else - I just looked it up because I was curious; here is an example: http://www.expeditionexchange.com/hella/DSC04071.jpg I know for sure that these are available at the Wall-mart by me and I would believe that they are common enough that you would likely find these quite easily. Again, I am really sorry about that; hopefully you will see this before you go get something that is not correct.
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To use saddle bags, or not to use saddle bag? That is the question.
LilBeaver replied to ToolmanRR's topic in Watering Hole
I have done both and def. prefer the use of the fitted bags. I usually use the side bags for clothes and raingear (bags go in then rain gear goes ontop of the bag). It does make it easier, especially when the g/f comes with me (that way she knows exactly how much space she has to take up so she must make it fit). It also makes it easier on stops as others have said. I have also used the grocery bag method, which I believe allowed me to pack a little more (but I won't gauruntee that) and it was a little bit of a pain. I do not have the trunk bag but I do have the side bags (the ones done up by Yamaha). You couldn't beat the deal I got on these either (a friend of mine sold his Venture and forgot to put the bags in with the bike so he gave them to me; used a grand total of once). -
So I think that I am probably the only one out of every one that has bought your freestanding lift adapter to be a big enough doofus to mess up your system in the classifieds. I clicked the buy it now thing not thinking that it would have automatically ended your ad... Sorry - I hope I did not cause a big problem with that :-\
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Hopefully the RV driver will be able to realize that the d.a. committed suicide (presuming that our interpretation of this story is correct and the biker was at fault) and will not feel guilty for the man dying...
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I too have put this off way too long... It would have already paid for itself by now had I purchased it when I got the bike... Order in (as far as I can tell). Looking forward to it Larry!! Thanks a lot!!
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A Wagner 4449 is a 30W sealed beam replacement for that (EDIT: At least this is what I use and from what I can tell they are identical to what my yamaha dealer wanted $60 each (sold in pairs of course)). (The autoparts store I got mine from had to order them... Fortunately one of the distribution centers is on the other side of town so I got it in about 45 minutes). But to answer your question: The 55 watt bulbs draw more current than the 30 Watt bulbs. A pair of 55 watters draws ~9.2 Amps (for the pair assuming it is supplied with ~12 volts). Compared to the 5A draw of the 30 Watt pair (again assuming 12V). Now this estimate is a little bit high since the bike really has 13.5-14V within the electrical system, but being slightly higher to be on the safe side is fine. Now if you include the 55/60 Watt (low beam/high beam) you are looking at a total current draw for the headlamps/spotlamps of 14.2A (with 55W spotlights) or ~10A with the 30W spot lights. Finally, we cannot forget about the tail lamp. So if your passing lights are on the headlight circuit, using the 55W spotlights is pushing the upper limit of the headlamp circuit. If your passing lamps are powered directly from the battery or on their own circuit, then you are fine (since this is still under the total max capacity of the stator). I hope that helps.
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Good call! Wasn't even thinking about that one sheesh...
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Here you go, right here in our very own classifieds http://www.venturerider.org/classifieds/showproduct.php/product/2268 Buy the fairing (for $9,000) and the rest of the bike comes with it, free! Pinwall has this [blue] one that is in good shape for 150: Ebay item #: 370047240996 You would have to have it painted though...
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Glad you figured out what it is. The rewiring is not very difficult at all, and you can use the existing wires to activate a relay so the only remaining wire you would need to run is the one to power the passing lamps when the relay is activated... Well obviously replacing whichever wires are goofed up. Glad it was something relatively simple/straightforward and relatively cheap BTW I got the replacement spotlamps at o'riley autoparts for 15 a piece. Wagner 4449 30W spotlamp (exact same bulb Yamaha sells for the 120 for the pair)
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HAHA I wonder which one is easier to handle at low speeds, that or the RSV? Good color for him by the way!
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Pinwall cycle parts on ebay has all sorts of stuff... Some are in good shape and some aren't but they have an enormous selection! Sorry to hear about the scoot
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If it were me I would end up buying a brand new bottle and throw that in my carry-on and TRY to get through security not thinking about it (due to all of the excitement)... So if you are planning of flying up there you may want to pick some up AFTER you get off the plane. Oh yea, if I have not said it already; congrats on the new scoot!! It really is a great looking bike! I cannot believe the deal you got on that; GOOD FOR YOU!!
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Computer virus help
LilBeaver replied to slick97spirit's topic in Computer help and tips for using this site.
+1 to spybot and all you've got to lose by trying those is the time it takes to put them on there. Another free one that I found just recently is "Advanced SystemCare" it is a free thing. Sometimes (I say sometimes because I believe it is quite rare) booting in safe mode won't allow the anti-spyware program to actually find the spyware due to how the silly thing hides itself. So another option is to find a program that you can run off of a memory stick or something and try it that way. I used to have one, but it has been a long time since I have used it and I do not remember what it was. Hopefully doing it in safe mode WILL take care of it for you though. Good Luck! -
Glad you are having a good trip and everything is going well for you two!!
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Have fun, be safe, and take lots of pictures!
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I use the J&M 8154 available from wingstuff.com for 73.00 a piece. Good quality for voice and I think I had music through them once just to make sure it works but I am not a fan of music in my helmet while I drive. I have been happy with this set. But I just re-read your post after I clicked submit and realised that you will said you will be using a half helmet so this probably will not help you too much... Sorry.
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Well, if the battery was fine the bike should still crank unless the starter solenoid is stuck. As others have said, I would start by checking the battery (and the battery terminals & connections). Then connect it to another vehicle (with 12V system) and turn your key on, remove the negative jump terminal from your battery then replace it and see if you notice any difference with the brightness of your lights. Then try to start 'er up. If you remove the jump cable and the bike dies almost immediately then it could be the alternator or something else in the charging system too... But one thing at a time. I will be back in town real late Monday night. I know you said that your son is around, but if you are still around there and need an extra hand let me know - I am only 170 miles (2.5 hrs) away and would be happy to assist. - my # is in my profile
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Enjoy!
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03 Midnight RSV steers hard
LilBeaver replied to arnesbay's topic in Royal Star Venture Tech Talk ('99 - '13)
+1 to the tire pressure This might be a stretch, but it is quick to check the air in the front forks (make sure they are equal or just let all of the air out of both). Like I said, I am not positive this would contribute to the symptoms you describe but it is an easy thing to do to rule it out. -
These magnets are also helpful if you are looking to collect spare metal parts in your rear tire while driving down the road.
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The suggested maximum weight limit addresses the maximum safe load for operating the bike. So this includes the tires (as already mentioned as well as suggested for a fix) and suspension and everything else (but the tires and suspension are what sticks out to me as probably the most critical). Just throwing that out there... I would have a tendency to agree with the artificially low max weight rating, however, there is also the possibility that the max weight limit was computed and that is truly the limit.
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Some quick brainstorming: Well, something to do would be to look for the pinched wire (as you have already said), bare wire (possibly shorting to ground -- which is kindof covered with the pinched wire business), loose/corroded ground, and if you have a multimeter handy start the bike and check the voltage at the battery terminals (you could also do the check on the lighting circuit) for the proper operating terminal voltage (the regulator/rectifier issue comes to mind since I just went through those shenanigans but I blew bulbs instead of fuses for some weird reason). Do you know how your passing lamps are wired (what is the wattage on those puppies)? What else is on that circuit? (ie. tail lamp, light bars, etc) It is not very common, but sometimes fuses do just burn out. This is what comes to my mind immediately and where I would consider starting with the troubleshooting. Good luck NOTE: I think I missed your earlier posts regarding other issues you've been having so hopefully I haven't repeated anything yet
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Congrats!