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  1. RedRider
    If you have air/fuel mixture problems, valves may not help. You may need to set the mixture on the carbs. If you have access to a ColorTune, it will help. Mine was way off - to the point where I was smelling gas when I drove. However, thanks for making me look at this issue. I have 60K on my bike and have not even looked at the valve clearance. Will do some reading in the service manual tonight. RR
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    Buck, That is a cool looking layout for the bike. You might want to check your local m'cycle boneyard and see if they have a busted up road glide fairing. You could duct tape it together and do some test fitting. Would love to see some pics if you are successful. RR
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    Interestingly, Benelli also makes (or made) motorcycles. They are like the Aprilla and/or MV naked sport bike. RR
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    Try these. http://www.bikebandit.com/product/A4597650 RR
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    Another difficulty my be incorrect mixture in the carbs. While at Pork in the Pines, I did a ColorTune and it took care of my popping. Mind you, I have Bub slipons and still have my AIS installed. I was running very rich previously. RR
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    No, you don't need to turn it off every night. However, if you don't regularly run your tank to reserve, you should juat move it every once in a while. Moving the petcock will keep the O-rings lubed/wetted and prevent leaks. RR
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    That is a beautiful bike. If you find your seat is not up to your comfort expectations, my riding buddy put a Sargent seat on his and found it to be wonderful. Enjoy the finest of German engineering. RR
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    Ross, The shimmy may be from loose steering head bearings. Roll forward slowly and lock up the front brake (do this without the engine running). Check to see if you hear 'clicking'. Also, you can put the bike up on a jack and see if you can move the front wheel up and down. It won't move much, but it shouldn't move at all. Tightening the steering head bearings properly is a painstaking job. You have to remove the front fairing - outer and inner - to get to them. I just did this last month and it made a huge difference in handling. However, you can temperarily tighten them by reaching a long flat blade screwdriver onto the tightening nuts and giving them a rap with a hammer. This will likely take care of your shimmy. RR
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    I run heated jacket liner and gloves with no difficulties. Beware if you are doing much low speed riding. The stator charges based on engine RPMs. To add some comfort to you, I suggest a small volt meter to monitor the charging system. They can be had for about $30. Take a look at Warm and Safe for heated clothing. http://www.warmnsafe.com A warm and happy rider makes for a good trip. RR
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    My lights are Sylvania 13 degree spots. I purchased them from bulbs.com and they are about $13 or so each. Product ID is 683602; Product name is 36CAP36NSP (12 Volt) RR
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    http://www.venturerider.org/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=21388&d=1220221415 I think this will lead you to a list of compatible oil filters. There are selections from WalMart, Napa, and others. As for oil, just look for the circle on the bottle. Around the outer ring of the circle, most oil will say 'energy conserving'. You don't want that. I have been using Mobile 1 synthetic along with a Walmart or Napa filter and it seems to work fine. RR
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    If there are no generators available, and you have $1000 in meat, etc. you need to protect, and you didn't think ahead of time to prepare - why would it be gouging to supply generators at what the market will bear? Is it nice - NO. But the profit incentive will provide generators to those that really need it and didn't prepare ahead of time. Same goes for ice, gas, diapers, etc. The free market will provide products to those that really need it. Need is based on what the buyer will pay. If they don't want to pay the price, they don't really need it. If it is illegal to sell at above retail prices, once the local supply is gone - NO ONE gets a generator. All this theory gets seriously modified when it pertains to life and death. Strict Capitalistic Rant off. Let the floggings begin. RR
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    Sent the DVD to Calperin. RR
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    Deb, Hwy 60 up the WI River is pretty cool. Also, take some time and visit the Devil's Lake State Park. Hike around the lake on the bluffs. Incredible views looking down at the hawks soaring below. One of my favorite places in the state. RR
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    When it locks up, try pressing the + button and the power button at the same time. I find this is like a Ctl-Alt-Del for the Zumo. You can also be some good advise on the Zumo forums. RR
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    The Progressive pump is a zero let-off pump. This means it will maintain the air pressure in the forks and not leak any when you remove the pump. Since you only put 5 to 7 psi in the front forks, a little leak makes a lot of difference in the pressure. It is small and easy to carry. HD dealers usually have them in stock for about $45. Welcome to the family. RR
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    That's one way. Or you can open the top of the master reservoir and, using a straw, pull some out. Don't suck on the straw. Brake fluid tastes awful (don't ask how I know). Just put your finger over the end and take some out a little at a time. Good luck. RR
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    1) Is there any reasonable fix for the clutch noise? If it is real annoyance, you can have the clutch basket changed out to an 'I' clutch basket. Search this site for more info. 2) How difficult is it to adjust the carbs (syncing etc)? Easy - with the right tools. Several folks have made their own synchronizers, but the Morgan CarbTune II seems to be the purchased tool of choice. About $100. Usually one on hand at most VentureRider gatherings. Takes about 10-15 minutes. 3) Any recommended aftermarket (non-cosmetic) improvements (i.e. the Roadstar benefited greatly with an aftermarket breather (Baron BAK) and rejetting) Anything similar for the Venture? Oh my!! We are all really good at spending your money. First, upgrade tires from the stock Bridgestones to Avon Venoms. Secondly, add a set of lowering links (actually raises the back end) to the back end. It changes the geometry slightly and provides much better low speed handling. You CAN tell the difference immediately. About $75 and 30 minutes of work. 4) Any issues to look out for with respect to the engine, cooling system, shaft drive etc. (Major mechanical). Nope. Just need to lube the drive shaft splines and the drive hub pins when you change tires. 5) Suspension issues or bearings? There has been some discussions of premature failures of the rear shock. I have not experienced any difficulty in 60,000 miles. 6) Specific maintenance issues other than the usual - brakes, tires, oil, chasis lube... None that I recall. 7) Comments regarding comfort, noise, vibration etc compared to the R* (or other tourers like the HD Ultra Classic). I have not ridden others. Others will comment. 8) How is the "fit" for distance riding for someone who is less compact than most? (Tall with long legs) Would highway pegs be an important addition? How's the amount of room for the passenger? This is a great bike for taller folks (6'4" here). I would look at a set of offset Longhorn highway pegs. I believe they are available from Kurikian (sp?). Also, if you intend to put significant miles on the bike, you will benefit from a driver's back rest. DiamondR or Utopia seem to be the brands of choice. Your passenger will really enjoy the extra room on the Venture. 9) What's the nicest bit of bling to add? A new (to me) bike needs a little present to feel welcome in a new home! A Zumo 550. It will always get you home after you realize you have ridden 500 miles away and haven't paid attention to where you were going. Also, it provides an MP3, Bluetooth for your phone (which can be ported to your helmet headset with a special cable made by one of the members here). 10) Anything else I should know??? If you intend to do your own wrenching, get a lift adapter from CarbonOne (a member here). It makes the bike much more stable on the jack. There is even an option to get it with legs you you can remove the jack and have the bike on a very stable stand. Best money you can spend if you intend to do your own work. Adding SpeedBleeders to your brake calipers and clutch is an inexpensive convenience. Do this when you change out your fluids (should be done every couple of years). Can be purchased from SpeedBleeder.com - about $8 each (need 4 total - search the site for specific part numbers). If you don't believe the PO has done this, make this part of your first maintenance session. Welcome to the family. The Venture is a great bike that will provide many miles of comfortable riding - both for you and your passanger. RR
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    The wheel should spin freely on the jack. I suspect the caliper is cocked relative to the rotor and is rubbing on one end of the pads. This needs to be fixed before riding. After you get the caliper mounting fixed, check for a warped rotor. Excess heat can cause the rotors to warp causing pulsations and potential lockup of the front wheel in hard braking. Good luck. RR
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    Before my east coast trip this year, I couldn't find my spare key. I had one made by a locksmith and hid it on the bike (dropped it into the pouch on the back of the driver's back rest.) Sure enough, I looked in and saw my original spare key sitting right next to the new spare I had made. Must be a good hiding spot. RR
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    The Ambassador is/was at Pork in the Pines this weekend. He was riding the blue Cow-o-Saki and impressing up with his emense gas tank. RR
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    Good call. That is certainly a lot less than I would have expected. RR
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    If you can't keep from adding extra miles, keep heading north to the Pork in the Pines Rally. North-Central MN. Good times, good eats, good beer (actually, the good beer will already be drank by the time you get here. Blatz and Wiedemann will be all that's left). RR
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    Come to the Pork in the Pines rally this weekend. It will get taken care of better there than at most dealers. RR
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    Smokey Mountains - the Dragon. Stay at the Iron Horse Lodge in Stecorah, NC. There are no bad roads down there. Enjoy. RR
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