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The boots are a sandwich of rubber outside/inside with a steel lining. Mine have been cracked on the outside for years and many miles. Never a problem. If you are concerned, spray some carb cleaner at the cracks and see if the RPM changes. If not, no problem. If it does, they need replaced. RR
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Yup, heading down tomorrow. My Dad is coming from Ft. Wayne with a couple of friends. Looking forward to slobbering over the new cassette players in the new 2012 Venture. Actually, interesting in seeing the new adventure bike from Triumph. RR
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If you want GPS, CB, XM, IC, and BT/phone all to work together at the same time, it is possible. However, you will need some auxiliary equipment. 1) GPS that can handle the XM and BT. Garmin Zumo family can do this. 550 or 665 will take care of it. 2) Get the BuddyRich cable to connect the sound output from the Zumo to the bike system and the bike (helmet) microphone back to the Zumo. 3) If you have BT headset, you may be able to avoid the mic connection. The 550 does not have stereo BT output so it wouldn't work for XM. However, I believe the 665 has stereo BT. 4) While the BT may work with the Zumo, it will not work with the CB and/or bike IC. You will need to hardwire for that or get some BT adapter. Never seen one, but never looked. RR
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The squeaking is just the rod seal asking for some lube. Won't hurt anything. If you want to shut it up, use a hypodermic needle (or meat injector) to squirt some 50/50 ATF and 20wt fork oil in there. Do a search in the tech section for how much. IIRC, it isn't much. RR
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They will last if the motor is designed for use with a VFD. The problems with a standard motor occur at either high speed (high switching frequency causes the wire varnish to wear) or at low speed (can't get the heat out of it cause the fan isn't turning fast enough). RR
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Brushless DC motor would be $$$$ (but would work beautifully). It would be overkill for this application IMHO, but oh, so cool. RR
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Earl, A couple of pieces of information is needed. First, what is your incoming voltage (110, 230, 460Vac)? Single or three phase? What speed range do you want? Relative to the speed range, the previous motor will have a rating on it. Likely 1050 or 1650 RPM at 60 Hz. Also, what is the face dimension of the motor? Foot mount or face mount? Shaft dimensions? I suspect it is a 56C face (may be on the nameplate). A picture of the motor and the motor name plate would help. When the old motor was running, was it fast enough? Do you want to run at ultra-low speeds (5 RPM or less)? Assuming you have 230Vac, single phase, and the current (dead) motor was fast enough, and you don't need ultra-low speeds, a simple AC motor and VFD (variable frequency drive) with knob will take care of you. Even if you have 110Vac coming in, it can be done with a voltage doubler VFD and a standard AC motor. Let me know what you need and I'm sure we can get something set up. I am an automation engineer and our company sells high quality, inexpensive, simple VFDs and AC motors. RR
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Remind me NOT to buy a used vehicle from this guy. RR
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If you're getting a shimmy, I doubt it is the wheel bearings. More than likely, it is tires (are you still on the stock Brickstones?). Perhaps the steering head bearings are loose. Fairly common. Swingarm bearings? Very unlikely and a real bear to replace. However, it did remind me that I need to get mine out and inspect them this year. (Groan - something else to do). RR
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And a bacon sammich. Get to it - chop, chop! RR
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Seaking, Sorry to say, it is not quite so easy on a 2nd Gen. You need to remove the front fairing - outside and inside. A true PITA. This certainly sounds like a steering head bearing. But since it has been a few weeks since you originally posted - what was the verdict? RR
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Naaah, that'll buff out. RR
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BikeBandit.com. As a thought, I am working with the parts manager at my local dealer (I am fortunate to have a good dealer locally). We made an agreement for me to email what I need with some guidance on pricing from the internet. He will get as close to it as possible or just tell me to go get it online. Often he can get within 5 or 10% (sometimes matching). I will pay a little extra to buy local and keep my dealer in business. Tires, he doesn't even try. Tells me to buy elsewhere and they will install at a fair price. On another note, talked with service manager today and they will mount a car tire. Have done it on a couple of Wingabagos. That surprised me. RR
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Sounds like you have someone there that can hold the bike up while you work on it. Just sayin'. RR
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Clutch line ???
RedRider replied to usedcyclesales's topic in Royal Star Venture Tech Talk ('99 - '13)
First I've heard of a problem with the slave cylinder, but you are right, it appears to be fairly easy to do (per the manual). If you are in there, probably a good idea. I might also suggest picking up a set of speed bleeders (http://www.speedbleeder.com). Will make the air purge and brake line fluid changes much easier. Search the site here for correct part number for each application. Actually, checked the website and it has all three applications listed for the Venture. Front brake (need 2), rear brake, and clutch. They are $7 each. I would also recommend the hose and bag ($6). RR -
Clutch line ???
RedRider replied to usedcyclesales's topic in Royal Star Venture Tech Talk ('99 - '13)
Got it. Called the clutch pipe in the manual. This is what the rubber clutch hose connects to and runs along the bottom of the engine to the clutch release (slave) cylinder - correct? From looking at the repair manual, it doesn't look too difficult to remove. Without going out in the garage and checking my bike (will do later today), not sure what will need removed. It appears the bolts come in from the bottom so it can be replaced with the engine in place. I will, however, reiterate upgrading to the SS clutch hose while doing this. Per your profile, the bike is a '99 and hoses degrade. The biggest PITA about changing hoses is draining and then purging the air after refilling them. You will be doing this anyway with the replacement of the clutch pipe. Would be a good time to upgrade the hose. I will update this thread once I get a change to check my bike in the shop. BTW, upgrading to SS lines in on my winter project list this year. I have a 2000 and the clutch and brake hoses are beyond needing replacement. Also, if you don't have a repair manual, there is one available for download on this site. http://www.venturerider.org/forum/showthread.php?t=1828 RR -
Clutch line ???
RedRider replied to usedcyclesales's topic in Royal Star Venture Tech Talk ('99 - '13)
I believe Skydoc17 has stainless lines for all the hoses. Buckeye Performance carries them also. If you are going to go thru the hassle of changing out a hose, might as well go with a SS one. RR -
Not sure what bothered you, but this forum is like a family. We like to tease one another - good naturedly. There is nothing here that was written to bite, only to induce laughter. Hang around for a while and you will see who the instigators and targets usually are. They often change roles . And trust me, you don't want to see pictures of Bongobobny working on his tan (in an earlier thread he was talking of his vacation in FL). RR
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Just thought of something. Before you go, upgrade your clutch springs to either a VMax spring (available from Skydoc17) or to a Barnett setup. The hack is going to be tough on your clutch and the spring is a known weak point. To change the spring is really easy, although the access is on the same side as the hack. Normally, you can do the change on the sidestand without even draining the oil. In the case of a sidecar, you will need to drain the oil first. RR
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Thanks all for the kind thoughts and prayers. She made it successfully through surgery. There was a little more damage to the meniscus that was expected, but it was all cleaned up. 6 weeks with no pressure/weight on the knee (no driving). Because of the extra damage, the 6 month rehab stint will likely be a little closer to 1 year. She will likely have to miss this volleyball this fall. Bummer. However, in the long run, she will be fine. I just hate seeing her well crafted plan get derailed like this. She has worked so hard on her game and is a great athlete. She is also a great student and a wonderful daughter. Daddy is proud of her. RR
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When the (Sky)Doc speaks, you will do well to listen. Enjoy your trip. This bike is worthy of many miles of trouble free riding. My 2000 RSV passed 100,000 miles last year and I am taking it to Alaska this year. No worries. However, I am not dragging a hack around with me (sometimes wish I was - the St. Bernard would love it). You can rig up a Camelback or something similar in the side car. You may need an extended hose. Get a janitor's retractable key holder (the one with the retractable cable) and ziptie it to the passenger grab handle. Use some zipties and duct tape to fasten the hose to the key mechanism. This way, when you need a drink (often), reach back and grab it, drink, and let go. It is always there, and always out of the way. Have a great time. The Venture is a wonderfully reliable, stable machine. The new HDs are pretty nice too. RR
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Thank you Jeff. RR
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I will also recommend the Fuzeblock FZ-1 (http://www.fuzeblock.com). Allows each circuit to be either switched or unswitched. Also has a built in relay. Really nice, compact, unit built in Wisconsin by Curt Gran (took 5th in the 2011 IBR). Very solid product built by a really nice guy. No affiliation other than knowing Curt and using his product in my KLR (already had the Centec installed in the Venture before the FZ-1 was introduced). RR
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My daughter is getting ACL surgery this morning. Just dropped her off at the hospital (and sat with here until she was wheeled into the OR) and came home to take care of the dogs and get a shower. Will be back there in an hour to see how the surgery went. My wife is hanging out at the hospital in case anything is needed. She blew her ACL playing basketball. May have screwed her for a D1 volleyball scholarship, but that is just a minor issue now. She should be back up and playing in 6 months or so. With me having been through this surgery (twice), I know it is a tough row to hoe. But she is young and in shape and should recover quickly. She will be very devoted to the physical therapy routine to affect a complete recovery. Still, we always worry. Wish she didn't have to go thru this. It is her senior year in HS and was doing so well in both VB (went to state finals the last 3 years) and BB. However, she is a great student and a wonderful daughter. This is but a minor setback in the long run. A short prayer is always welcome. RR
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Send it again. It doesn't appear it came through . RR