RedRider
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I got almost 16000 out of my Avon - before the cord was showing and left me stuck in Erie, PA. I should have changed the tire at 12 or 13k. RR
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Brian, Something I have been curious about. With the speedometer corrected, does the cruise control still top out at 85 MPH (corrected to about 74 mph actual). In other words, it previously would not let you set the cruise above 85 indicated. Will it now allow you to set it to 85 corrected? Inquiring minds want to know. Might be a reason to get a Speedohealer. RR
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They mount right into the helmet. Depending on the helmet brand, you may need to cut out a little of the foam around the ear. Most helmets have the cutout available already. If you are unsure, take your helmet to your local dealer. A good one will install the headset for you. Of course, you will likely pay a little more at the dealer than buying it on line. However, you will have a person to go to if anything goes wrong. RR
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Atwell, I HIGHLY recommend you route around Chicago. The construction on the tollways is brutal. Head south thru Rockford to Normal on I-39. Head East (Save my life, I'm going down for the last time - sorry for the musical interlude) on I-74 to Indy. It's a few more miles, but will take less time and be a lot less frustrating. If it's still open, stop at Char's Steakhouse in Beckley, WV. Mmmmmmm..good. Rumor has it, it was opened by the local Madam after her previous business was laid to rest (yes, pun intended). You are already starting south of me. If you have trouble getting going, give me a call. Number is in my profile. Did you purchase this bike from an inmate in VR? RR
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Most intercom headset manufacturers also have a version for the full face. J&M works nicely. I've heard good reports on EdSets. Stay away from Chatterbox. Check the websites. RR
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There has to be a mention of a pump shotgun. There is no more distictive sound than a round being pumped into the chamber. You also don't need quite the practice to hit, and stop, someone with a shotgun. Plus, you can tell the cops when they come to drag the trash out that you were just using it to hunt rats. RR
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Anyone ever take the motorcycle safety course
RedRider replied to Mariner Fan's topic in Watering Hole
Try to take the ERC every 2 years. They are not holding it this summer in town, but will get it next year. Always a good idea. RR -
If the Silverado horn is too whimpy, the stock RSV horn will make it, well, ... quieter. Good idea for the Stebel. RR
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West Bend, WI They held the International BMW rally there last year and it was great success. I understand out rally would require a few more resources than the BMW folks, but West Bend can stock up on beer beforehand. RR
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No, just looking at the kickstand, not a lobotomy.
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In the original intent of Kite's offer, shipping will be paid by the shipper. This saves the hassle of sending and cashing small checks, waiting for the mail, etc. when it is only a couple of bucks. This also allows us to 'pay it forward'. Kitesquid - you're a good man to start this up. RR
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If you purchase from most dealers (bikebandit, etc.) you have an option to purchase a wiring harness with relay. It is not very complicated to do it yourself, but the harness takes the thought process to almost nothing. Allows you to install with more than one beer (although you would have to drink fast, it is a pretty easy install). +1 on the CarbonOne bracket. Looks great and fits great (on a 2nd gen or RSTD) RR
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I lean hard right in all aspects of my life, with the exception of parking the bike. Perhaps an upgrade is in order. RR
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Bearing Buddies are a great addition, however, they are not likely needed for your trailer. The application for BBs is generally boat trailers. When you run a boat trailer, the bearing heat up (just like when pulling any trailer). At the end of pulling a boat trailer, however, you back the trailer into water - launching the boat. This instantly cools the bearing/hub, creating a vaccuum. The vaccuum pulls water thru the seal and into the bearings. Water and bearings don't mix. The BBs carry extra grease just outside the seals, so when the vaccuum is created, the bearings/hubs suck in additional grease, not water. Unless you are putting your trailer in water - or are Freebird - you likely won't need the protection of BB. Grease in trailer bearings last a long time. Just think how often you greased your front wheel bearings in your old car (never). Take off the dust cap and give it a view. Likely will look just like after you greased them last time. Always good to check though. Just like air in the tires - usually fine, but important to check. RR (used to be an engineer for Timken Bearings)
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Sounds like a great idea. I will put one in there if Kite doesn't do it already. RR
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I will accept this generous offer and pass it along once reviewed. Thank you. RR Pm sent
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You should use the bracker from CarbonOne to mount the Stebel in place of the stock horn. Purchase the wiring kit and it comes with the relay. When you mount it, the wiring comes out the bottom, right next to the pipes. A good suggestion made by someone on here, that I utilized, is to drill a couple of holes in the side horn housing (plastic at the bottom), string the wire thru, and solder them on the appropriate lugs. Fill the bottom cavity with silicon caulk, and you are good to go without fear of melting the insulation all over your shiny pipes. RR
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Don't give up on the folks yet. My Mother refused to have anything to do with bikes in her household. I moved out, got married, and got the same BS from the wife. At 40, divorced, and bought my 2000 RSV (first bike ever). All of a sudden, my brother and Dad noticed Mom still loved me. They got bikes also. I take a trip with my Dad every year and make memories I wouldn't have without the bike. My Mom even took a trip 2 up with me last year. It was a great long weekend. My guess is if you can get your Mom to ride around with you and feel safe, your Dad will come around. Just don't have your Mom get on until you are safely out of the gravel driveway. Ride Safe. RR
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The bluetooth works between the phone and the Zumo. You need to be hardwired between the Zumo and the headset. I expect you have the patch cord running between the Zumo and the Aux input next to the cassette player. That provides the hardwire between the Zumo and the speakers in your headset. In order to connect the mic to the Zumo, you need to wire the mic to the connector just below (or above, I don't remember which is which) the speaker output on the Zumo. Buddyrich's cable will connect directly to the radio control box inside the fairing and out to the Zumo. There are two connections from the cable to the Zumo - one for the speakers, one for the mic. You no longer will use the patch cord to the Aux input next to the cassette. It works flawlessly. When you get a call, you must have the radio control set to Aux. You tap the Zumo screen to accept the call, and talk away. Good luck with the cable. RR
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If you were any closer, I would snap it up. Unfortunately, it would cost $200 in gas to come get it. Sounds like a good deal - and I am looking for a larger TV. Darn. RR
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Yup, I did that too. If you fill according to the service manual, you will overfill the oil. Fill a quart short then watch the window for the balance of the fill. Once you get in view, start the engine to fill the filter. Let it sit, and fill it to half way up. This will help keep your new bike from marking its territory. Welcome to the site. RR
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Always wear your helmet!! RR
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both stock horns
RedRider replied to Sideoftheroad's topic in Royal Star Venture Tech Talk ('99 - '13)
Since you are pulling the horns off and messing with them, it might be a good time to install a Stebel horn. Many good sources on the net (bikebandit, JC Whitney, etc.). Get the bracket from Carbon One (I think - check in classified) to make mounting easy. JJ -
+1 on CarbonOne lift adapter. You may find it best to get the one with the legs. It is VERY stable on the legs. Best accessory I have for my bike. RR
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Peg - OH Sure ... One ride and now you are a 2nd Gen expert. Couldn't resist. You did a really good thing for Bummer. RR