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    By the way, maybe it isn't old age... Maybe memory is linked to hair loss... That's what my dad tells me anyways. That is the more hair he loses the less he remembers; of course he still has a little left on the top and hasn't considered growing his eyebrows real long for the combover yet...
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    Thanks. This is pretty much in line with what I was thinking. I'll wait a little while for anyone else to chime in and probably go ahead and put an order in tonight.
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    That's some good news.
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    I have a dumb question here. If it has been answered many times before, my apologies. I've spent a good amount of time searching and did not find a direct answer to my question. I've done wheel bearings on cars and trucks numerous times, but never on a bike. I don't really know a whole lot about them other than to take them out, spin them to check for flat spots, smooth rolling, etc. then grease the crap out of them and then put them back in. I am looking to replace the front bearings on my 01 RSV (I have ~40k miles on it. got the bike at ~28k. Full records of dealer recommended services within 50 miles of the recommended service point), found them on partshark.com for $10.97/piece. My questions are: 1) Is that a reasonable price, or would hitting an autoparts store for a generic replacement (if possible) be a better way to go. 2) Is it just a single wide 'bearing' or are there two (one for each side) -- (I know, probably a dumb question, but I figured it was better to ask then order the wrong number of them) -- DO'H, Found the answer to this on the next fiche I checked. 2, duh. 3) Do I need to grease them before I put them on? Can the old ones simply be re-greased and reinstalled? (I figured for 20 bucks for a set, I might as well just replace them even if they can be greased ) 4) Do I need new oil seals (I presume 2 of them; ie. one for each side)? 5) Any other parts that will need to get the job done? Like I said, I know, some dumb questions - but I much rather ask and then get it done right the first time than what the other options could lead to. Thanks a lot folks! Oh yea, for what it is worth, most of my riding is in what would typically be considered 'extremely dusty conditions'. Thank you very much west Texas... EDIT: I vaguely recall some folks either ordering bearings (possibly OEM from a dealer) and getting the wrong ones. Was that an issue with the dealer goofing up, or is it an incorrect part number on the fiche? -- This is also why I wanted to ask this question...
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    Gary: No problem here. Whatever works for you Looking forward to it. -Rick
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    If you really did you Lacquer thinner on it, make sure you keep that puppy waxed... A little dab here and there, wiped off almost immediately is not enough to do any major damage right away but if it was being rubbed in to get the glue off there is a good chance that some damage to the clear coat occurred. A healthy coat of wax once every couple of months ought to take care of it though, no big deal. Looks great!!
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    Wow, that stinks... Two questions: 1) How long have you had them? 2) Does the manufacturer (kury...) list any type of warranty on them? Looks like their Warranty policy is ~ 1 year LIMITED WARRANTY Küryakyn warrants that any Küryakyn products sold hereunder, shall be free of defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one (1) year from the date of purchase by the consumer excepting the following provisions: • Küryakyn shall have no obligation in the event the customer is unable to provide a receipt showing the date the customer purchased the product(s). • The product must be properly installed, maintained and operated under normal conditions. • Küryakyn makes no warranty, expressed or implied, with respect to any gold plated products. • Küryakyn shall not be liable for any consequential and incidental damages, including labor and paint, resulting from failure of a Küryakyn product, failure to deliver, delay in delivery, delivery in nonconforming condition, or for any breech of contract or duty between Küryakyn and a customer. • Küryakyn products are often intended for use in specific applications. Küryakyn makes no warranty if a Küryakyn product is used in applications other than intended. • Küryakyn electrical products are warranted for one (1) year from the date of purchase by the consumer. Components of Küryakyn products containing L.E.D.s will be warranted for defects in materials and workmanship for 3 years from the date of purchase. • Küryakyn makes no warranty of any kind in regard to other manufacturer’s products distributed by Küryakyn. Küryakyn will pass on all warranties made by the manufacturer and where possible, will expedite the claim on behalf of the customer, but ultimately, responsibility for disposition of the warranty claim lies with the manufacturer.
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    To answer your question, moisture collecting inside the key/lock cylinder, freezing then thawing out lead to corrosion, etc. which is a possible cause. If the forks were locked, try wiggling the bars while you try to turn the key - sometimes the lock mechanism binds a little bit. I have had good luck with http://www.drillspot.com/products/427915/Victor_00500-V_Lock_De-Icer_Lubricant that stuff. It is a de-icer and lubricant. I had to leave my truck parked outside when I lived in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan and my locks would be real hard to turn (especially the lock on my tailgate) if I didn't go around and put the key in all of them routinely. I got the stuff at wal-mart or autozone (I don't remember which) but it was only 1 or 2 bucks for the bottle. Good luck!
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    I've also heard good things about http://www.gpscity.com (Can get ram-mounts there).
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    I'm in for 1. Let me know when and where to send the $$ By the way, have you checked it for accuracy against another tachometer. ie. on an automobile with a tach? (just out of curiosity) Thanks a lot for doing this
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    2 or 3 months ago, this dealer did have a 2000 MM that was the original color without the trunk and with the backrest (as pictured) (and with similar mileage as to what is listed). It didn't sell on Cycle trader and was posted on e-bay twice. It had disappeared from both and it was not sold on e-bay. I wonder if they did just paint it to try to sell it this way instead of the white... Seems like a lot of work for that, but, maybe they thought they could get more $$ for it...
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    That is good news
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    Glad the surgery went well. I hope these other 'issues' that came up are able to be dealt with in a reasonably quick fashion and that his road to recovery is as smooth as possible. My thoughts and prayers are still with him, his family and friends.
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    Today here it did get into the 70s or so... Although the 40-60mph winds made getting home a little difficult... but Sunday is supposed to be terrific.
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    That's some good stuff right there
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    That's some good news man!
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    :yikes::yikes: YEEEEEOOOOWWW!!!! For the record, my last comment about seeing pictures was meant as a joke Glad you are on the road to recovery though! Hope it is going as well as possible, considering the circumstances.
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    Yikes. Sounds like a good time... Sorry to hear about your troubles friend. Hope things can get put back together relatively quickly!
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    Interesting. I wonder what the lean limits are - and if you reach them if the wheels pop down or if you grind the side panels. Pretty neat though, thanks for sharing
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    According to: http://www.motoverse.com/tools/vinDecoder.asp It IS an XVZ13TF (ie. Venture) - Just like the tank badges say... I couldn't imagine only riding 5k miles in 10 years...
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    You CAN just replace one if you choose to. The stebel can be found for 35-50ish depending on your source. Many of us have replaced the stock horn by the right passenger floorboard. There is lots of info on them here, you've just got to do some minor searching
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    uh. I still like to hear the big horns too ... +1 to the air horn(s) on the bike being a great addition. I too am looking for a way to get a second set on mine. It would be nice to get a set that is lower pitched than the stebel - that is to have a wider range, bigger noise, etc. REALLY get people's attention.
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    Terrific! Thanks Unfortunately that $270 is out of my price range ...
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    I'm looking but I don't see anything from you... Maybe I'm too late...
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