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Buddy, Thanks. I will get this changed next week and will let you know how it works. RR
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Drebbin, Where did you connect the voltmeter? I put one in over the weekend connecting the positive line to the power going to the passing lights and the negative going to a ground point on the stereo chassis inside the fairing. I am not able to get more than 2 red/1 yellow out of it (sitting on a CarbonOne frame lift adapter - very nice btw), even with the engine running. Put a battery tender on it and made sure the battery was at full, and still only got 2 red/ 1 yellow. And ideas? Jeff
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Thanks Boomer. The additional height won't bother me at all (6'4"). I also ride 2 up occaasionally and find myself fighting to be steady coming into a stop. I always just chalked it up to not being a great driver. Now I have a great excuse (until I install the links). Any pointers/excuses I can use for my golf game? Jeff
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Thanks Rick. Also, thanks for providing Diamond R with the design of the leveling link. I don't have the equipment to make my own out of stainless. I am really looking forward to trying this out. I took the MSF advanced rider course last summer and had immense trouble with the low speed turns. Part of it was my clutch going out (at 35000 mi. - GRRR - and just out of warranty), but most of it was the balance of the bike combines with my lack of skill. At least the leveling links should take care of the bike balance. As for the skill .... Thanks, Jeff
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Looking at installing the Diamond R leveling links. In the instructions and discussions in here about installation, it is emphasised to lube bearings and splines while down in the bowels of the bike. What bearings, what splines? I was reading the Clymers last night and it appears the only bearings that would be exposed is on the lower shock mount link (3 holes with what appear to be journal bearings). The only splines i could identity are on the drive shaft. This would require removing the 4 nuts/bolts to the rear drive unit, would it not? Am I seeing this correctly? How hairy is this to do? Please help. Jeff
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Now, how do I put a garage door opener on my garage door?
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Frog Toggs are pretty good. However, my wife gave me a HD rain suit that collapses into a small bag. The bag is about this size of a flat volleyball. Packs very nicely. More importantly, the rain suit is comfortable, fits well - even over cold weather gear, keeps out the rain wonderfully, but is cool enought to ride in when it is hot out. The legs open up enough to fit over my boots (I wear size 15). I am very pleased with the suit. I expect it costs a hundred dollars (that's what HD stands for, isn't it?). I like it much better than the Frog Toggs. The crotch of the FTs hang down too far. I split them once when swinging my leg over the bike. Other than that, they are OK. Priced nicely and packs well. Fit both top and pants in a shoe bag. My wife still uses the FTs and is OK with them. They are extremely nice in the summer as they breath well. Hope this helps. Jeff
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My reserve usually kicks in about 4.5 gal. I will be testing total tank range in the spring preparing for an IB run in June. Will pack a gallon gas can and run the tank dry to see what I really can get out of a tank. Will let you know what I find out. Jeff
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food as medicine
RedRider replied to Grandpagak's topic in Royal Star and Royal Star Tour Deluxe Tech Talk
That can be cured with flowers, chocolate, and expensive stuff from the jeweler. -
Greg, Longhorns are a great way to go. They allow you to adjust them for closer/farther away, not just up and down. If you are tall, or short, it is really nice. They are worth the extra money. Jeff
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Curt, That is a great explaination of the electrical properties of this setup. I wonder what the minimum length of wire would be before you begin to blow fuses (since you are making a direct short to ground with this system). As long as the wire is long enough, you should have enough resistance. This might come into play with wiring gloves only. Thanx
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Paul, I have gone thru Chatterbox headsets at 1 per year. It seams they last as long as their warranty. The connection between the top cord and the helmet connector gives out. Recently spent the extra money and got the J&M set (about $225). Audio quality is much improved, but that would be expected vs. the Chatterbox @ $100. Haven't had the the J&M long enough to evaluate quality. I can just say that I will never purchase another Chatterbox. Jeff
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Bike Bandit looks like they may have it. Here is a link: http://houseofmotorcycles.bikebandit.com/partsbandit/oem_schematic_view~schem_dept_id~640337~section_dept_id~1~section_dept_name~OEM+%28Stock%29+Parts~dept_type_id~2~model_dept_year~1985~model_dept_mfr~Yamaha~model_dept_id~632434~model_dept_name~VENTURE+ROYALE+%2D+XVZ12DN.asp#stay Good Luck. Jeff