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  1. Stoutman
    There is a new Victory Vision parked at work. ABS and all the goodies. It is so new the guy didn't even know what all the options were on the bike. It is heavier than the Venture, or the wing from what he told me (not making any claims here, just repeating what he said). The thing looked nice with the frame mounted fairing and what looked like really comfy seats. Made in America to boot (just like the wing). Don't know if I'd take it over a wing, but the reason I haven't bought a wing is I just can't see being the fourth guy parking a wing in the motorcycle parking at work. I like the uniqueness of my V4, and the simple to work on design. I just barely got mine how I like it, now that its about to run out of warranty. Think I'll just keep thinking about replacing it....
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    LOOK OUT BELOW! When I bought my 05 I thought I would keep it until the warranty was up and then buy the 3rd generation Venture. I hate to buy the first year production of anything though so it looks like I'll keep the Yamahawg forever. G*d knows it will last that long. I'm sure I'd love a wing but I can't get past the legroom and the looks. It reminds me of a home appliance. I think my plan now is to keep an eye out for one of you chrome addicts to put your Venture up for sale, then snap up something that I know has been loved and kept up. At least I'll know how the bike will handle.
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    Great, Now I've got to go home and make sure my trailer is still there. That thing doesn't have Texas tags does it? Nice looking bike. I've always liked the white ones. Hope you join the site. This is a great bunch of people here.
  4. Stoutman
    Check the air in the tires. Have the carbs syncronized, or learn how to do it yourself. Change the oil and rear drive lube. Find the best air pressure for the rear shock according to your riding style, then keep air in the shock. Grease and lube everything according to the owners manual. Since you've got the manual out, read and follow the maintenance schedule. Go to the tech libraries on this site and read every article. Ride it as often as possible, maybe a little more. Don't do anything else until you POST SOME PICTURES.
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    Now I know where to come and read my daily supply of wise CRACKS!
  6. Stoutman
    Woa there Buddy, you have a new bike and have not posted pictures yet? There has to be a good reason I'm sure. Please tell us you're working on it.
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    Bravo!
  8. Stoutman
    Kawasaki 175 Enduro Kawasaki 350 Bighorn thumper Kawasaki 500 Triple - Blue Kawasaki 500 Triple - Orange Kawasaki 500 Triple - Blue (salvage) Yamaha 175 Street bike with Electric Start (fun but small) Yamaha 650 Twin (Monster torque, Horrible electrics, barely adequate drum brakes) Fast forward 30 years Yamaha Royal Star Tour Deluxe with a fabulous V4 engine.
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    This works. My daughter was rough on phones and car keys. I made her replace the car keys she lost out of her own money, and told her she would buy her next cell phone when she lost hers. It's amazing how long those things last when they know they're paying for the next one.
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    If I could get a tat that looks like a natural hair line that would be great. That's because nowadays if I want to feel the wind in my hair I have to take off my shirt.
  11. Stoutman
    Custom Dynamics is a good place to start. You might also check out the vendors listed on this web site under the VentureRider Vendors forum. Others that come to mind: Barons Custom Xtreme Revolution JP Cycles Best of luck
  12. Stoutman
    Renaissance
  13. Stoutman
    I have a keyless ignition that works off a credit card device I keep in my wallet. About the second time I went for a long ride (I think it was the Texas Maintenance day) I left my keys at home. I had a credit card and money, but no way to put gas in the locked tank. I made it home on fumes and immediately went out and bought a velcro key holder with waterproof double stick tape. Now I can retrieve my hidden key if necessary. Thanks to Kent for the tip on the spare credit card and cash. I hadn't thought of that one.
  14. Stoutman
    No, that is like being to skinny, to good looking, or having to much money. I love coffee so much I roast my own coffee beans every week so I can have the freshest coffee possible. For instructions on how to roast your own coffee with nothing more than a low tech hot air popcorn popper go here. I also love to cook with beer, wine, and other spirits. Here is one of my original creations made with beer: Fat Tire Beef 3 lbs filet of beef sliced in rounds about 1 inch thick. sear about 2 minutes on each side in olive oil with salt and pepper and put aside. In same pan make sauce. 1/4 pound of bacon chopped and fried up in pan 2 cloves of garlic minced, don't over cook deglaze pan with one bottle of Fat Tire beer, scrape bits of bottom of pan 2 cups beef stock 1 Tbls tomoto paste. 1 tsp Herb d'Provence 1 tsp Kosher salt 1/2 tsp pepper cook 10 minutes on high to reduce prepare two cups carrots sliced diagonlly. 10 oz pkg frozen small whole onions cook together about 30 minutes until vegies are just tender. thicken sauce with 3 tbls flour and 2 Tbls butter mashed together. add into stock saute mushrooms in butter and olive oil in 1/2 pound mushrooms sliced up put beef in pan and add mushrooms on top. cool for later serving. Heat through prior to serving. To all you that don't care for it, I'm behind you 100%, and I hope you make your goals to stay away from the stuff. I know far to many people that have had their lives ruined by alcohol. If you ever find yourself at my table be sure to let me know your preference and I'll be glad to point out the stuff to stay away from, but I don't cook for picky eaters.
  15. Stoutman
    I bought some 9 LED lamps from RallyLights.com that fit into the same spot as the H3 bulb. They were not brighter, did not provide much light, and I took them out. I put them in the running lamps on my son's Nissan truck, wired so they are on all the time with the ignition. They are noticable, but really aren't very bright. They are also a very blue color. Maybe there is another solution out there, but this one ain't it. I just checked their web site and don't see them offered now.
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    If you want low humidity head for higher elevations. I've spent a few winters in Southern Utah and it is pretty nice. There are lots of twisty roads and great vistas. You will get some cold weather, but no humidity. The only problem is finding a good paying job. Also, if you are not a member of the predominant faith you may feel a bit outcast. The rural areas are 90% Mormon. Don't get me wrong here. In general, they are great neighbors and will treat you with respect. They are hard working and as honest as people come, but they just won't have you over for dinner or talk to you much unless they see you in church. The first question the seem to ask is: "What ward to you go to?" A Ward is another name for their church house. There are other churches in the area, more than there used to be. Lutheran, Catholic, Baptist, whatever you are looking for. You may have to ride a bit farther is all, but you may just want to go skip church once you get the two wheels rollin. Also, not as friendly as Texans, I'm just sayin....
  17. Stoutman

    tires

    Stoutman replied to dkip's topic in Watering Hole

    I've done the narrower front tire. It made the bike handle a little lighter at slow speeds. Other side is that it handled a little faster, less smooth, at highway speeds. It didn't bother me, it was just something I noticed. After I put on the leveling links I went back to the 150 size tire and I'm happy with that. Best of luck.
  18. Stoutman
    If you don't have any electrical contact cleaning fluid, ( airisol can type stuff ) like George mentioned you can use an old fashion pencil eraser on the headlight contacts and wherever else the eraser will fit. The airirsol stuff is worth getting though. It makes cleaning the hard to reach stuff much easier. The other thing I've used is some 400 grit wet and dry sand paper, again, where it will reach. I've glued it onto a popsicle stick to get into tight places. Use compressed air or a soft cotton cloth to clean up any grit that is left behind. It is tempting to pucker up and just blow the dust away, but that can get moisture back on the contact, make a mess, lead to more corrosion.
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    There is a review of the new Honda V4 along with pictures at Motorcycle.com. Looks like a sport touring bike without the luggage. Has a drive shaft and is available in any color you want as long as it is red. Will be available sometime in 2010 with a dual clutch system, and even a fully automatic 6 speed. The article is worth reading. Probably not something I'd buy but its nice to know the V4 still has appeal to the major manufacturers.
  20. Stoutman
    I've noticed this as well. My routine is to use spray gun cleaner or brake cleaner, then follow with a squirt of 30 weight oil. This seems to last longer than the white lithium grease in the spray can for some reason. I do this every oil change and it never gives me any problem.
  21. Stoutman
    When I go on a long trip and want to take the bike my choices are to trailer the bike or leave my wife home. I've been known to chose both ways. I trailered the Yamahawg up to Minnesota after labor day and had a Harley road glide pass me. The rider turned around and waged his finger with a big grin on his face. Having the trailer option means I have more opportunities to ride rather than less. At least I have the option when I get where I'm going. It's not my favorite choice, but sometimes its the only option. I like the way Kent (V7Goose) put it: "Hauling rice". I like that. I think I'll name my trailer the "Rice Wagon".
  22. Stoutman
    I think we use the same thing. This is the hand guard I use. They look pretty good because they match the look of the windscreen. I had to "field adjust" the mounting bracket to get the position correct. I thought I would only use these in the winter, but I leave them on all year to protect my hands from rocks and those large bugs.
  23. Stoutman
    Check the tie down points in addition to having good straps. I just returned from vacation in Minnesota. It was really nice to spend a few days around Motley on the bike seeing all the lakes and the countryside. I was able to do a couple of days riding with my sweetie because I trailored my bike to Minnesota and back on my HF flat-bed trailer. On the return trip I didn't have time to unload the bike when I got home, so I took it to work the next day. On the way home one of the eye bolts holding the front straps broke. My trailor has a HF wheel chock, and I always tie it to the front forks and the rear saddle bag gaurd rails. The bike didn't come off the trailer due to the wheel chock and the three other tie points. So what is the lesson learned? If you add tie downs to the trailer, don't use standard eye bolts. Spend the money on the forged, zinc plated eye bolts that won't snap. They are about $6.00 each vs $1.49 for the standard ones. If the trailor already has the tie down points make sure they are solid 1/2 inch rod or bigger. Hitting a big bump can put a lot of stress on your tie down straps, AND the tie down points.
  24. Stoutman
    I call mine the Yamahawg. I do like Tony's pick of "the Mistress". It kind of fits... always ready and willing, never has a headache, good for long stretches in the saddle, and I never seem to mind the maintenance. I also enjoy buying the shiney stuff for her. Kind of wish I had thought of that first. Here's to our wives and sweethearts, may they never meet.
  25. Stoutman
    I use the u-bolt mount on my RSTD. It works well. It moves the accessory closer to the middle of the wind screen, and keeps the it out of the windstream. Also, the power cord is closer to the center of the dash. The only down side I see it the cosmetics. There's nothing worse than an ugly accessory on your bike if you don't like the looks. Let us know how that other mount works out. I didn't try it because I have accessory switches on top of my resevoir. The mirror mount is also out for me because I have clear hand guards to keep the wind and rocks off my hands.
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