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Had to do the same, now it works all the time.

OK, so I was off by 1 year, the question remains, what is it about the systems that are not included in the recall? Presumably 2013 and up are not affected, because they are not on the recall list? Is it that 2013 owners and above have not reported the issue on dragging brakes so they have not been included? I realize you will not have those answers, but it seems to be a fairly logical question to ask, I expect Honda does not have an answer for that either. I will swing by local Honda dealer and see if the service manager has any answers, he pretty good and usually on top of things.

Eck, I think that recall does not include the 2012 and up models, I have had no notice of a recall on my 2013 GW. So one has to ask , what did they do different starting in 2012 that does avoids the issue that causes the recall? Whay can't they put 2012 parts on the affect bikes? I am sure it cannot be that simple.

It is part of the cooling system, everyone calls it the Twinkie, the parts catalog calls it a cover, there is an upper and lower cover with gaskets in between them and the block. Here is a link that shows the parts involved. Not sure how you get it out, never had to do that on either of my two Royals. Items 35, 36, 37, 41. http://www.yamahapartsandaccessories.com/parts-catalog/parts/street-mcy?ls=Street&dealernumber=#/Yamaha/XVZ13ATJ_-_1997/RADIATOR_HOSE/XVZ13ATJ_(1997_MOTORCYCLE)/RADIATOR_HOSE_(XVZ13ATJ_-_1997)

I am not sure which ones you are looking at on E-bay, but this is the one I had on both my 98 Tour Classic and my 07 Venture. Very well made, very comfortable and easy to install. http://www.utpr.com/rsv.html

I have also taken the lever and tied it back and tapped on the entire line as far as I could trace it back, also have left the handle tied back overnight to allow for the time it may take for small bubbles to work thier way out, then tapped some more. Cover any paint or plastic in the process to help kep the fluid from spilling on any surfaces.

I just looked at the Kaw website, the reflector on the frong fort is very similar to the one on Vulcan bagger, mounted in a way that I think is unique to Kaw. The saddle bag hinges are also very similar to the Kaw, the rear florboards are similar in size and shape to the Kaw also. But could be a early April fool. 2015 VULCAN® 1700 VOYAGER® ABS Cruisers Motorcycle by Kawasaki

Found this over on Delphi Venture forum New Royal Star Venture Spotted? [royalstar 10132.1]

It is the ignition system, you can change it out with a DYNA3K #D3K7-5 . Here is link. https://dynacart.dynojet.com/p-1235-dyna-3000-yamaha-1999-2008-venture-royal-starrstd.aspx

I noticed a huge improvement when I installed the 100 LED board with flasher module on my 98 Tour Classic, which eventually found its way to my Venture. I am in the habit of watching my rear views a lot, especially after being rear ended in 98. Cagers that are coming up fast behind me in traffic or at a stop light/sign would nearly lock up their brakes if I flashed them with my brake light flasher. In my opinion, it saved me from being rearended again more than once. As soon as I am comfortable sorting out the complicated lighting system on my Goldwing, I am putting a flasher on it also.

Under the seat there is a set of connectors that hook the main harness to the fender harness, it is a small white 6 pin connector set. I make an aux harness that plugs into those connectors to allow adding more lights or a trailer hook up. With a bit of information from you and a little tweeking I can make a plug and play set up for your flasher.

Looking at the specs on that flasher unit, it will be a tight fit behind the license plate, you may be better to do as vzuden suggested and locate it under the seat, I do not have an adapter for that exactly but I can make you something. If you want to go this route, the best way to make the adapter would be for you to send me the unit, let me integrate it into an adapter harness for you. Let me know.

It would help a lot if you told us what make and model bike you have. If you have a 96 to 2001 Royal Star, 99 to 2013 Venture or 2005 to 2010 Tour DeLuxe, there should be at least 5 wires in there, the colors and functions are listed below. Left Turn = Brown Brake = Yellow Tail Light = Blue Ground = Black Right turn = Dark Green. I make and sell some back ro back bullet connects that will make the install a breeze and you will not have to cut any wires. PM me and I can get you a price and some up to date photos, below is a link to something simial I make, the back to back jumpers have the wire removed and the bullets are soldered right together. One To Two Bullet Jumpers Photos by royalsteve | Photobucket

All who replied, Thanks again for the replies, does my heart good that the folks I consider friends on this forum, think the same way I do. The issued is now solved, the OP did contact the seller and agreed to purchase the items, so now I am still looking , and have a clear conscience.

Cowpuc, Actually I did both of the actions you suggested, posted that I was interested and PMed the seller asking how he would like to be paid if the deal goes down. Thanks to all who have replied, I am watching the OP's signature page to see if he is getting on the forum, I saw in his profile that he is an airline pilot, so his availabilty may be limited by his schedule.

I am in a bit of a quandary over an issue on another forum I visit. I am hoping to hear what others think is the proper protocol for this situation. A member posted a "Want to buy" post for a certain item that I also have been wanting to purchase and have been watching a few forums hoping to find some. A few hours later another member posted that he had just that item and was willing to sell them, and listed a delivered price. I PMed the seller to tell him I was interested in purchasing the items if the Original Poster (OP) did not take them and asked for some photos so I could make a decision on them. Photos arrived , they looked good and worth the price. The seller was ready to sell them to me on the spot, I was not comfortable with that , because I felt I was taking advantage of the OP and felt like we needed to give him a chance to respond to the seller's offer. I suggested the seller wait for 24 to 48 hours before actually selling them to me so as to be fair to the OP. The wrinkle is, the OP has been on the forum since the offer was made by the seller and has not replied. So in the world of internet motorcycle forums, buying and selling things, what is the proper protocol in a situation like this. The seller is happy to wait for either the OP or me to make a decision, and I have made it clear I will buy them when I feel I should without feeling I have trampled on the OP. I would appreciate any feed back, what would you do? Thanks

It is not really an O-ring seal, just a regular aluminum crush washer, that is what was on my 07 Venture and my 98 Royal, any ways. I just measured some that I bought from Gold Plug when I got my magnetic drain plug, they measure 14.25 mm ID and 22 mm OD, the drain bolt appears to be a 14 mm. Hope this helps

So Gary, what is the latest update on that project, have not seen much lately.

Gary Dingus AKA Dingy is fitring a Gen I motor to a Gen II frame, one big isue is where the exhaust ports ar eon the heads, you can PM Gary here is a link to his profile. http://www.venturerider.org/forum/member.php?u=5971

Well I can the problem, You peeled the wrong half.

Bryon, see my reply in the welcome section where you asked the same question. Are you certain it is gas leaking? Really should not be any fuel going thru those boots, they only connect the air box to the intake of the carbs, the fuel comes into the carbs in the body of the carbs below the boots. What you may be seeing is oil leaking from the air box , pretty common on these bikes because they have a crankcase vent that dumps oil fumes into the air box.

Click on this link to V7Goose's write up on changing coolant. http://www.venturerider.org/forum/engine-and-drivetrain/37353-tips-changing-2nd-gen-coolant.html

Barry, Battery is toast, take the volt meter I gave you with you and check the voltage on he battery like Flying Fool said.

Barry, Glad to hear you made it back safe , was thinking about you a lot today, wondering if you had gone with the weather and all. Good for you.

I have a few pairs of socks made from Alpaca wool, best riding socks I have ever used, warm inthe winter and moisture wicking in the summer. Here is alink to an online store I use "Superwarm" Heavy Extreme Alpaca Socks | Purely Alpaca, they not cheap but they are good.