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    I think you have to bear in mind my single wheel trailer only weight about 80 lbs. empty, and my intention would not to be putting more than 75 lb. to 100 lbs. in it. The trailer is 10" from ground to frame, and additional 18'' to the highest point. The COE is quite low. A previous builder on the trailer towing forum tows one fully loaded behind a 900 Kawasaki and SHE claims its very manageable. With it's 6 1/2 ft length, hitch weight is around 30-40lbs max. I sometimes camp when on trips, and have most of my gear up on the pillion seat, I'd wager that with all the stuff in the trailer it'll be easier to handle. Ron
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    I'm just finishing a one wheel trailer designed by ScubaDave on trailer towing forum. I had it hooked to the bike on Saturday, and lifted it off the kick stand (empty). It didn't seem to make that much difference, and I have leveling links that make the bike lean a bit more on the sidestand. I guess we'll see next week when I get it on the road.
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    I have a 2005 VW Passat TDI with a 5 speed automatic that I bought new in Sept/2005. It now has 120000 KM (65000 miles). Ive had no trouble with it, the fuel economy is awesome, mch cheaper than riding my Venture. On the highway, I get about 1100 Km on a 60 liter tank. The drive is very relaxing as the torque makes the terrain seem flat, no downshifting, it's rides the turbo up and down the mountain sides. Best car I've ever owned, and I've had lots. Ron:cool10:
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    I just got my Diamond R leveling links and they work great as advertised. Low speed handling greatly improved, must easier initiating turns at speed. Push pressure on the bar greatly reduced when getting the bike to turn in, I feel like I'm back on my old Honda ST 1300. The seat height is maybe a 1/2'' higher, don't really notice it. Thanks to Rick Butler for designing them, and to Diamond R for their craftsmanship and great service. Ron:cool10:
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    I did a similar ride down to Prescott, Ariz, last summer via lake Tahoe and Las Vegas. A lot of that ride was at 6500 ft and up. The bike ran O.K., but the power loss was VERY noticeable as you described. Fuel injection would have been nice, the fellow I was riding with was on a 2010 Suzuki Bandit, no loss of power at all.
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    My experience riding one at a demo day was similar to Warrior's, I felt very crowded on it. I also found the engine underwhelming power wise, but I'm not much of a V-twin fan to begin with. The other area I found troubling was the lack of cornering clearance. I dragged the boards at least a half dozen times on the curvy mountain rode that we took the demo on. I wouldn't even be close to dragging on my Venture at those speeds and angles. To me, it would kind of suck all the fun out of riding around here. Ron
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    I ordered my luggage rack and a few other smaller parts from them, they seemed all right. Their prices are very good as a rule. Ron
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    I was snooping around on Kijiji the other day and saw one of those bikes for sale in Hope, one with the leather bags and windshield. It had 8000 kms, and was on there for 8500.00. I was tempted to hook up my trailer and do a little trip over the Coq., however garage space is at a premium now that my trailer for the bike is almost finished. I test rode a Rocket III in Kelowna a couple of years ago, man that engine is a beast! Ron
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    For waterproofing and moisturizing, I use mink oil on my boots, chaps, etc. Works great. Ron
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    That ride through Monashee is absolutely awesome, the restaurant at Fauquier is called the Mushroom addition, an absolute must stop for lunch. The road from New Denver to Kaslo is a hoot also, much more fun than just riding south to Castelgar. Ron:080402gudl_prv:
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    These are great bikes, and this one looks really clean. Ron http://www.ebay.ca/itm/Kawasaki-ZG1200-VOYAGER-/200699163849?pt=US_motorcycles&hash=item2eba9a34c9
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    Yup, that 's the beauty of this life stage. I camp because I LIKE sitting around a campfire and having a few cocktails. I only bring a coffee pot with a butane one burner stove because I like my coffee first thing in the morning, no other cooking. Bad weather, or crappy campground with no showers, motel time!
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    I rode from here in Kamloops, B.C. as far south as Prescott, Arizona last June. We tented a few nights on the way down, however we found as we got further south, there were very reasonable rates at decent motels. For example, in Kingman, Arizona on Route 66 we stayed at a near new Motel 6 with pool for 38.00 a night for two guys. After riding in 105 degree F. all day, camping kind of lost it's appeal. ( especially when the camp ground wanted 20.00 to pitch a tent.) With regard to your tent question, ease of set-up and takedown are paramount when riding every day on a trip. Coleman has a new line one minute set up tents that are pretty cool. The come in 4, 6, and 8 man versions. The are a bit bigger and heavier to carry, but I think it would be a worth while trade off. Check them out on Amazon.com or google them. There is one video on You Tube where two guys set up a eight man in less than thirty seconds. Ron
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    Thanks for the update. If/when my shock dies, that's the one I'm going with. Ron:322:
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    North Dakota is nearly as flat, I was thinking more through the Black Hills of South Dakota, and up through Montana, spectacular ride. Ron:)
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    I'd stay south of the border, the road from Regina to Calgary is the flattest, staightest piece of road on this continent, not a great bike road. As we used to say when I lived in Regina, it's the only place you can watch your dog run away, for three days! Ron. P. S. the people there are the best in Canada!
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    Afton mine closed in the late 90's, however it has been bought by a new company, New Gold, I think. They are currently working to put it back into production, lots of people working out there. I moved to Kamloops in the early 80's, love it here. There's lots of good riding in the area. Ron
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    SilverT, I was looking at your pictures, and thinking, wow, that looks familiar. Knowing that you live in the lower mainland, I was trying to figure out where that could be! Ron
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    You could wire them directly, they do draw some current so I think wiring them directly to the battery would be better. Mine are wired to the accessory plug in the fairing which is switched by the ignition, but the draw there is only to open the relay to the battery. I have a Kuryakyn LED ampmeter to monitor current draw. I can run the grips, my passing lamps and my vest without discharge. I'd highly recommend one of the for 35.00 they cost. Ron
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    The Symtec's come with wiring, I just wanted the grips on a switched relay, so you don't kill your battery by accidentally leaing the grips on. Ron
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    I have used this kit with Symtec heaters on my '06, works great. Ron http://easternbeaver.com/Main/Products/Heated_Grips/heated_grips.html
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    I run my passing lamps, heated vest, heated grips, stereo, cruise, etc., all at once, and even at idle, my Kyryakin LED gauge never shows discharge. Ron:)
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    I've ordered many items from Cruiser Customizing and generally have been very pleased with their service. Phat Performance Parts are top rate in service also. Ron
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    Joe Rocket Meteors, waterproof, comfortable, light, and easy to get on and off. Ron
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    Glad to hear it, keep us posted on how you like it as you put on the miles. I like the option they have of a preload dial. Ron:)
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