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The Zumo will work with the Bluetooth FM modulator, however, it will only be mono. The Zumo does not have the stereo Bluetooth capability. Also, when you install it on your RSV, get the BuddyRich cable to connect it under the hood. Works great and allows you to use your headset microphone over the Bluetooth. This means you can talk on the phone while riding - you now have another option for business travel. RR RR
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Another alternative is to ziptie the cord to your handlebars near the clutch hand. This arrangement also keeps the cord from hanging up on your riding jacket (pocket flap, emblem, etc.). It cleans up the lines on the tank also. RR
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They do, but no one can understand them. RR
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Try http://www.zumoforums.com/ They have lots of good information. Santa did well by you. You should enjoy your new toy. RR
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Or .......... you could listen to the directions, then relay the info over the CB. You can't program a sultry Australian beach bunny voice to transmit over the CB this way, but .... RR
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Very interesting product that solves a great problem on the HDs. However, the Ventures just don't have the engine heat problem these shields are designed to fix. If you get a sweaty bottom on the Venture, it is because of not getting enough air. A $20 sheepskin from IKEA will fix this problem and add a lot of comfort. RR
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I'm going shopping tomorrow for something. Not sure yet. RR
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In no particular order - other than the order I think of the items. 1) GPS - Garmin Zumo 550 if you can afford it. Other GPS if you can't 2) GOOD rain suit. 3) Make sure your helmet is comfortable. AND ALWAYS WEAR IT. 4) Ear plugs 5) Sheepskin 6) Tire repair kit and cheap air compressor (about $20 at Walmart) 7) Note pad and pen to take notes about where you have been. 8) Owners manual - it has info for tire sizes, filters p/ns, bulb replacements. 9) VentureRider membership list with phone numbers in the states you are travelling thru. 10) Layers of clothes - you never know how cold it can get even in summer. 11) Call your credit card co. before you leave and let them know you are travelling for X days. Otherwise, they may cut off the card when they see it being used in multiple places over short time spans. 12) Gloves - light, heavy, and waterproof - these can be 2 or 3 pairs. 13) Don't overpack the clothes. Use laundramats if necessary. 14) Flashlight with extra batteries. 15) Tool kit - List for this should be in another thread. 16) Lightweight bike cover - not necessary but can be handy to keep folks from 'checking out' your bike after you stop for the night. 17) Plexus and a small towel to clean your windshield and facemask. They make it in a small can. 18) Extra headlight and taillight bulb (part of tool kit). 19) Spare key hidden on the bike. 20) Water - and drink regularly. 21) Gold Bond or Anti-MonkeyButt powder. Apply everyday. 22) Install highway pegs if you haven't already. 23) Install a backrest if you haven't already. 24) As suggested earlier - handiwipes and TP. Both really nice to have when you need them. Most importantly, have fun. Try to ride mostly in the daylight since you can't see the scenary at night. Also, you can't see hazards or animals at night. If you get tired, stop and take a power nap (usually hits me about 2:00 - a 15 minute nap gets me ready to go again). Plan your ride the best you can, but allow changes. There can be times when you want to spend a little more time in an area, and also times when you are 'in the zone' and want to ride further. Ride your own ride. Where ya' goin'? RR
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where to get a key made
RedRider replied to ventureblue's topic in Royal Star Venture Tech Talk ('99 - '13)
I had mine made at a local locksmith. They had the blanks in stock. If you go to Ace/True Value/Hardware Hank/etc. make sure you test it before walking away. I tried to have one done at a hardware store and it didn't work. Apparently, the key machine was worn out since it doesn't appear to be rocket science to make a key. They are about $1 at the hardware store, about $2 at a locksmith. Just my $0.02. RR -
Woke up to -9F this morning. Was a high of 1F yesterday with high winds. The radio said -35F wind chill. Al Gore must be in the neighborhood giving a Global Warming Scarinar. It seems wherever he shows up to give one a winter storm happens. RR
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I have the gloves and jacket liner from Warm and Safe. Very good folks to deal with, made in America, and top notch stuff. www.warmnsafe.com RR
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Just on my way out the door to start my shopping. I wonder if she would like a clutch retaining tool? Probably not, it doesn't have a nice electrical cord like a nice new coffee maker or iron. RR
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J&M have been good to work with. They are reliable products (I have 3) and the folks there will answer any questions you have. Had difficulties with the Chatterbox headset a few years ago. Went thru connection cables like beer thru a coed. My dealer (where I purchased it) replaced the first unit under warranty. I thru the second unit away and purchased the J&M. RR
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And it's not even winter yet!! We are expecting 8 to 10 inches tomorrow and possibly another 8 to 10 Sunday! Looks like I will be spending the weekend in the house preparing for Christmas Eve and Christmas dinners. Yes, both. We have my wife's former in-laws (she was widowed young) on Eve, and then my wife's family on Christmas. 10 to 12 on Eve, 18 to 20 on Christmas. Everyone expects bigger and better than last year so I will have to do some real planning. Might have to take some ideas from the "What is the strangest thing you have ever eaten" thread. RR
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I've had longhorns on my RSV for 2 riding seasons now. They look as good as the day they got put on - with the exception of bug splatter. However, in light of your discovery, I will be checking them a little closer. RR
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Even my kids are into exotic foods. My #3 son and daughter were in the same French class and asked me to bring in escargot. The whole class had at least one, son and daughter had several (we fix it at home). Not much other than a texture to carry garlic butter. Wife and kids (all 4) love sushi - either home made or at the Japanese place. Sons #1 and #3 really enjoy organ meat. Stuffed beef heart or beef tongue are a favorite. They both will order liver and onions when we eat out. Before I remarried (and picked up son #2 and daughter), sons #1 and #3 and I would have Friday night "Man's Night". This generally involved shooting bow, bowling, movies, or some activity along with wierd food. We had, in addition to the above delicacies, bear, moose, buffalo, elk, ostrich, frog legs, squid, octopus, jellyfish, shark, eel, crawfish, venison, rabbit, squirrel, goose, duck, etc. Have also eaten at one time or another, opposum, raccoon, alligator, earthworms (there is a professor at Purdue that published an Earthworm Cookbook), pig's head, fish head, rocky mountain oysters (cooked and ate), kidney, calf brains, stomach (menudo - yum!), intestines (chitlins - yeach!!), and pickled pigs feet. I'm sure there are some critters that have been left out. My grandmother would kill and cook anything that would walk, crawl, fly, or swim. We had to eat it and eventually grew to enjoy the variety. I have tried very hard to instill the same sense of adventure and appreciation in my kids. Wierd foods are fun. It's amazing what you can find at a good Chinese grocery store. RR
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I resolve to quit chewing tobacco - again!! And to get the Vulcan running, and get the KLR farkled, and to not blow any more tires while on long rides. RR
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If you go with the LCD, get the 120 Hz model. It updates faster and avoids the streaking of high speed movement - such as a puck or a football. I recently updated all our TVs with 3 LGs (46", 1080P, LCD, 120 Hz - 37", 1080P, LCD - 37", 720i, LCD) and a Toshiba 42", 1080P, LCD. All seem to work just fine. The 46" 120 Hz model is wonderful for watching football. Just wish the Packers made the show as good as the picture. RR
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Headlight bulb........
RedRider replied to BoomerCPO's topic in Royal Star Venture Tech Talk ('99 - '13)
The Sylvania silverstar is one that lasted only a few months. Best of luck. I have had the Silverstar in my bike for 2 years and about 25,000 miles. It is a great improvement over stock. I have been very pleased. However, I carry the stock bulb with me in my tool kit - along with an extra brake light. RR -
It was written up in Rider magazine. They panned it pretty badly. They were not very impressed. RR
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Take a look at advrider.com. It is a website dedicated to motorcycle travels. They have reports and assistance from all corners of the globe. Also, you may want to check out some of the motorcycle touring companies - Ron Ayers, Edelweiss, and others. My father took a 2 week tour thru Croatia last spring and had a blast. One downside - you generally will be forced to ride a BMW or Wing. However, roughing it for a couple of weeks with great scenery will still be a great time. RR
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As said in many posts - most all MP3 players will work. However, please make sure you get a solid state storage unit. This includes most (if not all) except the Ipod classic (40G, 80G, or larger) and the Microsoft Zune (40G, 80G, or larger). These large storage units use rotating media (like a hard disk drive in your computer) and will not hold up under vibrations. If they have 8G or less memory, you should be alright. RR
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Well, I'm returning the new friction plates to the dealer and will be purchasing 4 new steels (that's how many were blue). I am also changing my oil back to dino. Hopefully, this will take care of the problem. Unfortunately, I will have to wait until spring to find out. I am amazed at how easy it is to change the clutch with proper tools. The only thing out of the ordinary is a couple of mechanics picks and a really small set of needle nose pliers to get the lock wire out without damaging it. RR
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During my recent treck to the Southeast, I was noticing my clutch slipping is high gears. I was pulling a trailer and riding some good twisties, so the clutch was getting a work out. Decided to change out the clutch friction plates and spring. Just tore it apart and inspected everything. The friction plates are all in spec (0.114 to 0.118 inch), but several of the middle steels were blued (apparently by heat). The steels are all still flat and appear to be in good shape, although mis-colored. Couple of questions: 1) Any difficulty in reusing the blued steels? 2) Will the selection of oil used cause/contribute to this difficulty? I have been running Mobil 1 high mileage full synthetic (it does not have the 'Energy Conserving' label). Thanks for your help. RR
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Just don't eat the liver. Polar bear liver is the one and only mammal meat that is poisonous to humans. Toxic levels of vitamin A. This is your useless trivia for the day. RR