darthandy
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Sticky back velcro on the inside? Andy
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Start a thread saying that your well built neighbour will be starting her nude sunbathing soon and that you will post pictures when she does! There will be requests for the first pictures from that point on. The thread will never die! Andy
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Just had to check into this. Here's a link to a news article on the guy. Seems the wings are powered by electric motors and use parts from Nintendo Wii controllers which use the movement of his arms to activate the wings. http://www.rawstory.com/rs/2012/03/20/man-flies-like-a-bird-with-home-made-cyborg-wings/ Way too much spare time on his hands. Andy
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For what it's worth, many years ago my parents took a trip to Europe and bought a toy for my daughter. It was a small plastic bird with flapping wings that were activated by a wound up rubber band. It flew surprisingly well - no propellers, just the wings flapping. So...mechanically, it can be done. Now, as to whether or not someone can generate enough strength for long enough to actually do it...well, it sure looked real, but with today's special effects capability available to anyone who can afford a computer...I'd like an independent witness. Sure would be cool! And if it works, an electric motor and some gears could be attached to give your arms a break. Andy
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Probably couldn't pronounce "Venture" ... or as stated, he may have thought it was a Chrysler product! 60 mpg? Not even on a Canadian gallon. This guy sounds like a real "storyteller" ... and not a very bright one! Andy
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Congrats MarCArl ... Now where are all my Liberal, Conservative and NDP jokes? Oh yeah, there's the Green Party too. So many wackos, so little time! Andy
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Oh...so one shop was playing with the carbs! In that case flb_78 may be quite right. If someone fooled with the carbs without really knowing what they were doing than they certainly could have messed things up royally. And no, there is no " packing" to burn out in the stock mufflers. That sounds like a shop to stay away from. Allwx is correct to a certain extent regarding fuel mileage and driving habits. If you use gentle and minimal throttle moves in higher gears at lower rpm's then your mileage should be OK. Where the problem occurs is when people grab a "handful" of throttle at low speed in higher gears to get better acceleration. There is not enough low end torque in these motors to handle that so a lot of gas gets dumped into the cylinders and gets sent unburned out the exhaust. That manoeuvre works well with a big twin with lots of low end torque, but the Venture motors get their torque at higher rpm and will accelerate better if the motor is at higher revs (Not necessarily near red line) when given a lot of throttle. It depends on your driving habits. It sounds like you need a knowledgeable carburettor person to have a look at your bike. Unfortunately, that is likely to be expensive. Unfortunately I'm not familiar with your area so I can't suggest any good shops to use. The closest one to you that I can think of is still only in Burlington. They have a good reputation, but I've never used them myself. Perhaps someone else can come up with a suggestion. Andy
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Here is a link to "Goldwing Docs". They have downloadable copies of both owner's manuals and service manuals for all Goldwings going back to the GL1000. Good Luck! Andy Oh yeah...they also have a forum for each model (e.g. GL1000, GL1100, GL1200, etc.)
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According to my GPS, my speedo is optimistic by about 8% at all speeds. In other words, it is doing 92 KPH when it indicates 100 KPH. I just adjust my speed accordingly. Andy
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Thinking of a K&N air filter but...
darthandy replied to shikano53's topic in Royal Star Venture Tech Talk ('99 - '13)
Oh good...that means it can walk and is nearly toilet trained ! (Sorry...couldn't resist!) :rotf: Andy -
I was just going over your thread and I have a possibly stupid question, but I'll ask it anyway. Do you keep the motor revved up or do you shift into the higher gears as soon as possible? These bikes live on revs and there are a number of threads attesting to the fact that many of us, including me, get better mileage when winding out these motors. I only very rarely use 5th - typically on a major 4 lane highway when travelling at around 120 KPH. The pipes you mention would usually require re-jetting and possibly some work with the needles. If not, you may be running too lean and among the symptoms would be backfiring and poor gas mileage. I normally get between 250 and 290 km before going on reserve and I like to rev that motor when I run - it may sound quiet to the outside world but from the seat, it sounds great! I used to get some backfiring but very rarely any more ... and the only change has been the way I ride compared to the way the previous owner rode. It's as if I "cleaned" something out by pushing it more. As well, I have run the proper amount of Seafoam through several tanks of gas and that probably helped or even made all the difference. If the shop actually did the valve work, it would seem the problem is either with the ignition or the carbs. My money is still on a lean running condition due to the pipes, but re-jetting is complicated if you are not knowledgeable or mechanically inclined. It would be nice if you could find someone with a set of stock pipes they could loan you to see if that helps things. Andy
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Come on up our way...or more precisely, to Paris, Ontario ... on Father's Day weekend in June. That's when my Canadian Vintage Motorcycle Group has its national rally. There is usually at least one restored Triumph Trident or BSA Rocket 3 for sale. There was a nicely restored '71 Trident there last year with an asking price of $6,500 CDN. Plus, you get to see dozens and dozens of vintage bikes going back to the very early 1900's. Personally, I would have loved to pick up the yellow 1975 Honda CB400 (with that gorgeous 4 into one pipe they put on them back then) that was for sale last year as well ($4,500 - in pristine condition!). Oh well, I have more bikes than I can afford now, so I have to sell some rather than buy more. Damn!!! Andy
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Just found one sold here in Canada this week. Although the sale price wasn't mentioned, the description stated that the bike had been given a "museum quality" restoration from the "crankshaft" up. Total parts bill was near $8,000 several years ago plus labour. He was asking $12,000 CDN or $10,000 USD (Must have been advertised a couple of years ago when the rates were different!). This should give you an idea as to what it could cost to restore, if not what it would ten sell for. As Sylvester and RandyR said....if you want a really interesting project and a fairly rare machine when you're done, go for it. But your unlikely to ever get your investment back. Not trying to discourage you but I've seen too many guys get into this situation without realizing what it could cost. Knew one guy who bought a bike that looked to be in pretty good shape but had sat unused for over 20 years. The motor and transmission had basically rusted themselves into a giant sized paper weight! Restoring the motor alone brought the toal cost up to what the resale value was for that bike. Andy
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Our most sincere condolences. Andy
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Looking closely at the video, it looks like there's a small ridge of slush in the middle of the driving lane and between the two sets of lanes. It looks like the suv moved over, hit it and that sent it out of control. No snow tire in the world would have helped then. I've had this happen in front of me several times over the years but the vehicles were lucky...there was no oncoming traffic, no trees or posts...they just spun out onto the shoulder or in one case into a shallow ditch. This is a frequent problem in early winter or late spring as the snow turns to slush on the road. Low speeds and extreme care when driving is about the only prevention strategy that works. Even a full snow tire will "aquaplane" on this stuff plus the sudden extra friction on one side pulls the vehicle over sharply. What a shame...and how horrible! Andy
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Tell them you are very concerned with the possibility of fraud and that if they send you $5,000 for travel fare and expenses, you will look into this personally. Then send them an official email from the Ocean Front Property Realty Company of New Mexico with details of some fantastic ocean front property in Taos, New Mexico. For just $10,000 down they can lock in an offer to purchase a 1.5 million dollar property for the measly sum of $50,000. Such a deal!!! Andy
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OK guys, enough with the jokes. It's time to get serious and help the poor fella. So...that tube is where you attach the catheter tube for your really long distance rides. See...that wasn't so hard, was it? Andy :rotf::rotf:
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It's those Harleys with their loud pipes again!!! This looks like a job for a sack of potatoes! Andy
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Well, what do you know...the Canadian Postal service got my seats to me today after they cleared customs just yesterday. And the weather is supposed to be sunny with a few cloudy periods and around 16 C. (61 F) tomorrow! Guess who's dumping the "Honey Do" list and trying out his new seats? Yeehaw!!!! Andy :dancefool: :Venture:
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Get the Gas out
darthandy replied to rayzar52's topic in Venture and Venture Royale Tech Talk ('83 - '93)
My 2000 RSV has a reserve. Are you saying your '07 does not? I thought they all did right up to the latest version? Andy -
My seats should be here Monday or Tuesday (They cleared Canada Customs this morning at 8.). We've had unseasonably warm weather (Mid to high 60's and it even reached 70 today) so I'm looking forward to trying them out next week. Andy
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If it is a '71, it should have a 5 speed. That transmission was introduced for the BSA Rocket 3 and Triumph Trident for 1971. According to what I've read, there were only 205 BSA Rockets produced for the 1971 model year. From then until 1975, only Triumph 3 cylinder bikes were produced. It seems the BSA sales were too low to make continued production worthwhile. The official BSA model number was A75RV. The '71 models were the last with drum brakes front and rear. Be very wary of that rubber. It may look new, but if it's original it will have hardened by now. Tire and all rubber hoses, etc. should be replaced. Andy
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They are in our hearts and thoughts. Andy
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Lost my Son
darthandy replied to naturbar's topic in Inspirational, Motivational, Prayer Requests, Etc.
So very sorry for your lost. I can't begin to imagine what you are feeling. Our most sincere condolences to you and your family. Andy -
Oh, please, please tell us you were talking about the bike! Andy :rotf::rotf: