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Not sure what you are referring to, no electronics other than the level switch. Could it be the electric anti-dives on the Mk II versus the hydraulic ones on the Mk I?

Been hearing about the benefits of Marvel Mystery oil for decades. Found some for sale on Amazon.ca and decided to try it out. Label says to add about 2 ounces to 5 gallons every fill-up. Seems to be a lot compared to the way I have been using Seafoam. Any tips on using it?

I have never had to deal with this problem but have heard both of these re-lining systems work well. http://www.dimecitycycles.com/red-kote-fuel-tank-sealer-liner.html http://www.por15.com/POR-15-Fuel-Tank-Repair-Kit_p_62.html

Interesting, that`s a scary thought considering intersections are probably the most hazardous part of a road. Thinking of the recent conversation about Venus Williams getting T-boned in an intersection by a gal that had a green light will keep me from making a U-turn in Florida intersection... if I ever get there.

It is kinda puzzling isn't it.` I live on an island and there is some extra humidity which might make ethanol gas more prone to collecting water. Perhaps the people who have difficulty with ethanol live in an area of even higher humidity. I ride my bike every day and it will get a little ****ty in two or three weeks but my lawn mower can sit for six months and still start on the second pull. You live just across the pond from me so just use regular 87 like I do and don`t worry about it damaging your bike`s engine cuz it won`t.

This job is rather simple to accomplish, so don`t let it get you stressed out. It just takes time and some attention. You will find a small slot on the rim of each bucket that is for popping out the shim. It needs to be in a particular position so as the tool depresses the shim, the bucket will rotate and the slot will not be reachable to release the shim. It is fairly obvious what needs to be done to work around it. Other than that, keeping the gasket in place when putting the cover on was the only thing that I found the least bit difficult. Don`t want to tighten it down with a little bit sticking out.

Google found this: https://www.google.ca/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0ahUKEwikw9-_vYrVAhXJbz4KHQYgBZ0QtwIIJjAA&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.youtube.com%2Fwatch%3Fv%3DF_yo3FnH6DM&usg=AFQjCNHvfEJRk03RIro_x_CgC7EI2wuHAg I can`t view it cuz I`m at work. Hope it`s useful.

Absolutely regular all the way. Our bikes are ancient and were designed to run on zero ethanol regular and the carbs will gob up on an ethanol blend even if run every day. Seafoam comes to the rescue here, and the other gas modifiers as well. If riding often, that would be every day, giving the bike a dose once a month works for me on a regular ethanol blend. Some guys like dosing every other tank so perhaps it matters if not riding much. If you don't ride through the winter put in about 1/4 bottle and run until the carbs are filled then to pup the tank. I have a 1982 generic mower with a Briggs engine that has been abused since I got it. Never change the oil or plug or sharpen the blade. It requires a little oil once a year. Started using ethanol whenever some git decided that's what we get. Never put Seafoam in it either but starts every time. In 83 I got rid of all the grass on my property but still have to mow the boulevard in front. Don't need to mow from June to October and from November to March. So, it doesn't get used a huge amount. Hard to beat old technology.

I never understood why pix were uploaded to PhotoBucket and then linked to VR.org instead of uploading them directly here.

Well, no I meant a gauge for measuring tire pressure since I have the VR with CLASS. Haha now that sounds good. Reminds me though, I also carry a plug kit, a bottle of Slime and a slime electric pump.

No, all of that except for the 2' of hose and brake fluid fits into the OEM toolkit which is about 5"x8". One other thing needed is a tire gauge. I got a nice one with a dial, a hose and screw on adapter for about $10 on eBay. My tire gauge won't fit inside the tool bag either but if you have one of those horrible pencil gauges then it should fit.

What Snyper said plus: 3/8 ratchet with extension and the metric socket sizes he mentioned also with 18 mm OEM plug socket 8 mm deep socket for the bleeder valves about 5" rubber hose to fit plug body about 2' of 1/4" clear hose suitable for bleeding brakes and clutch wrench to tighten head bearing small bottle brake fluid small basic first aid kit Can't think of anything else at the moment. I know there are several fairly comprehensive list on here. Try doing a search.

It is illegal to make a u-turn in any intersection and also when there are signs on roads restricting u-turns. Other than that vehicles my make a u-turn pretty much anywhere when it is safe to do so.

Have never ridden a bike through the prairies but was working in Prince Albert Sask and decided to go to Expo 67 in Montreal. I thought it was deadly when the road in front of me was straight as an arrow and could be seen disappearing over the horizon not to mention the only relief from almost flat was the occasional grain silo. After Winterpeg it got a little more interesting and then got really good after Thunder Bay. There has got to be some decent rides there somewhere but I didn't see them.

Not everyone is built to the same proportions. My legs are as long as my body so if my 6' 3" frame can see over the stock windshield then I'm guessing you may have a shorter body and longer legs. That is why I always measure related to my face which is repeatable for everyone. There is an attachment that can be bolted to the top edge of a windshield that will manually slide up and down. Might be a good solution for anyone who has a too low shield.

Good idea to miss the boring prairies but you will also miss out some really nice riding through the best part of Canadian Shield on the north shore of Lake Superior. They are the oldest mountains in North America that once were also the highest until the glaciers got to them and ground them down to almost rolling hills that are still very rugged hence the good biking roads.

How short was the old screen? I'm pretty sure the screen on the 90 VR is full height and it is just below the bridge of my nose if I sit up straight so I can see over it. On the 89 VR the screen is about level with my mouth when I'm slightly slouched (my normal position) so it's a lot easier to see over. There is more turbulence with the 89 but not to the point of being the least bit uncomfortable on the highway. Heard that quite a few have issues with turbulence on the VR but I've never experienced it. Good chance the frame is tweaked somehow. My 90 has the Slipstreamer and no holes have been relieved. It mounts and dismounts perfectly.

Yes, please, don't move!!! We already have too many Canadian foreigners moving to BC and making the cost of accommodation skyrocket and that's before including the influx of Asians.

Yup, you can always rely on Murphy. When I did my 90 VR it was my only transportation so I opted to measure them all one weekend. Buy the ones I needed which was 13. Then made the exchange another weekend.

Haha, no need to do a new post to make a correction for a spelling mistake, a typo or a misstatement. That's what the "Edit" button is for. In fact, there are so many typos, spelling errors and grammatical errors on here that we have all gotten used to them and hardly even notice or just read around them.

I bought a gel pad that works well at Canadian Tire a few years ago and cut it to fit under the seat cover. Every so often they have them on sale for about $10. Both lifting the seat somehow and having highway pegs will make the Venture more comfortable. Mounting OEM highway pegs on the engine top bar of the crash guard isn't particularly successful due to the curve and the height. However, mounting on the vertical bar works quite well because it is forward and the peg can be lowered. The problem with this position is that it reduces the area available for your foot. To get around that, an extended mounting bolt will make more room for the foot. Kuryakin makes a nice adjustable highway peg for a high price that can mitigate the bad angles of the crash guard. If you are having a difficult time bending your legs then perhaps limbering up with daily leg squats might be a really healthy and inexpensive part of the solution. It's not so much about how tall you are but more about how long your legs are. I'm 6' 3" with a 33 inch inseam and can manage the fold up reasonably well. It was more difficult to begin with but after seven years on the VR it no longer seems to be much of an issue.

Looks like there may be a chunk missing on the bottom break. Also looks like the plastic is bent. I don't think forcing it into position is a very good idea. Better to bend the plastic back into position as best you can. If it was me doing this I would use a heat gun on it to soften the plastic at the first part of the bend then using gentle pressure on a clamp with a block on each side to push it into alignment. You will probably have to do this a couple of times. Does the vertical break look like the two edges will fit together? If the cracks by the holes are not actually breaks heating might help get them back in position. How well do the holes in the plastic line up with the bolt holes on the frame? They should line up without having to be forced.

Sneaky all right, but effective. Perhaps you should take that as a hint and ramp up the time you spend with her....alone. Just sayin.

I just found out tonight that Canada does not go beyond the Ontario border. At Least according to MSN. Read an article with the title "Top 10 Places With the Best Weather in Canada". All 10 of them are in the Province of Ontario. What a bunch of losers.

Spray talcum powder is your friend here.