Mel
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I thought this might be of interest to you GL1800 0wners. Installation is fairly easy. 1 Remove the screw through the bottom of the housing. You'll need a good phillips screwdriver, the factory screw has loctite. 2 Wiggle the mirror while pulling it toward you. It will slide out eventually. On the bench the factory mirror is on the right. 3 Mirror housing with mirror removed. 4 From the front of the motorcycle, peel back the rubber boot to expose the wires and connector. 5 The wires are long enough to pull out in order to install the supplied harness. You have to lift the catch on the factory connector to disconnect it. 6 New harness connected, ready to fish through to the inside of the mirror housing. 7 Muth mirror turn signal connector protruding into the mirror housing. A little tricky to get it in there, just be patient and work with it. 8 Wires connected, I have them on top to better show them. Actual installation was with wires laying on the bottom of the housing. The extra length of wire was pulled back to the outside of the mirror housing and stored inside the fairing by the rubber boot. 9 Carefully slide the assembly into place, making sure the two tabs at the top are properly inserted into the factory bracket. Install the supplied screw. Viola!!! A turn signalling mirror.
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I guess some of us are just "old school". The difference between deer and dear for example. If you work on your own motorcycle, the difference between .025 and .250 inch is certainly important. I guess "old school" says that if it's worth doing (or posting) it's worth doing (or posting) right.
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Your profile says you are riding a 750 BMW. Would it be helpful if I posted pics of the GPS mount on my Gold Wing?
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That striping is awesome! Pin stripes add a more personal look than purchased add-ons. Congrats. I'm curious about the trailer. Is that a Harbor Freight Tagalong? If so, did you fabricate the bumper, what is it made of, and how is it attached? It sure makes the rear of the trailer look more finished.
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I recognize those flag staffs!!! I made them, sold 'em when I traded for my wing. I had them originally on a V Star 650, then modified them to mount on the saddle bag rails in my '07 Venture. How are they working out for you?
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If budget is any concern, don't pass over the Harbor Freight Tagalong. For around $400.00 (less with sale and coupon) it's an option. Lots of varying opinions on this one, but mine works just fine, is very aerodynamic, pulls like it's not there. Maybe not as slick looking as some, but not bad either. Check my avatar and/or profile for pics.
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Lions are 5-0 for the first time since 1956. But I've been out of high school longer than that!!!
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Another PM sent.
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Do you ever make it to the Houghton Lake/Prudenville area? Good ice fishin' in the winter, nice ride around the lake in the summer. A stop at Shaker's Restaurant on Houghton Lake Drive (M55) for breakfast and their pineapple upsidedown pancakes is a must. Hacker's Yamaha/Honda is the local motorcycle shop, also on M55.
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PM sent.
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Changing altitudes can be dangerous! Higher altitudes = lower temperatures, run-off from snow melt turns into black ice. So if your travels include some higher elevations, beware. As already stated, this time of year means almost anything possible weather-wise. From mid-day into evening you may encounter a big swing in temps.
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Wrong color, huh?
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If it had a halo it could be HOLY-COW-A-SOCKY!
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Probably headed to Wisconsin for some relaxation, eh? I've heard that's what some people do.
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I'm really surprised that the boss hasn't chimed in with a wisdom-loaded comment. Seems to me he must know something about this obviously well-trained technician that is displaying his mechanical skills.
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Do you mean 120 volt? I have a 115 volt stick welder that I used to make a lift adapter. I had a lot of trouble striking an arc, lots of splatter and voids. Managed to get the beads filled in enough to make it work, but not pretty welds. Better to use a 220/240 volt power supply and a more powerful welder. You can learn some by searching the internet, and most welders come with some basic instructions. Practice on some scrap metal before you take on the task of making parts you want to make look good and function well. It may be more cost effective to have a pro do it if you are considering one small project.
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Well, I think those two brothers were funny. Little did I know there was a third one!
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Needs no comment from me.
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Illinois, east bound I-74 mile markers 154, 155. About 2:35 P.M. dark blue 1st Gen MK II. We were in the cage, on our way home from Omaha to Indy. Had to drive the car because of a tight schelule, could not afford weather delays, etc. The fog for about 100 miles leaving Omaha was terrible, was actually glad to be in the car. If this mystery rider is a member here, let us know.
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Michael, Just for clarification, are you commenting on the Dreyer store in Whiteland, Indiana? If so, perhaps you would have had better luck at Dreyer Motorsports on West Washington, which is beside Dreyer Honda Indianapolis. Dreyer Motorsports is their Yamaha dealership. I've never had to use their service department, so I will not comment on the quality of their service. I have made two deals with Dreyer Honda Indianapolis for a couple of used motorcycles and was pleased with how those deals went. I'm in northeast Indy (Castleton area) and I've only been to Dreyer Honda South once. That was to look at a '07 Gold Wing they had advertised. After haggling with them for about 1/2 hour I was finally told that the bike was in there on consignment and any deal would need the owner's approval. I made an offer, gave them information on how to contact me, never heard from them. Needless to say, I never went back. They seem to be much less professional than the two stores on West Washington. I'm merely suggesting that their Yamaha store may have better served your need. I know this does not help you now, maybe in the future. Good luck and enjoy your riding. Beware of the painted white stripes, especially on wet pavement.
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One other thing that I noticed last night while looking at some specs online. They recommend synthetic oil, which I always use anyway. BUT...this thing takes 8.5 quarts of oil. Now any of you who know me know that I always use Mobil 1...but at over $8.00 per quart X 8.5 quarts PLUS the filter? What's $65 or $70 for oil for a $35,000/$40,000 car? I'm sure you treat your motorcycle to the best also. If you don't let her wear out the tires you can spend all that extra cash on a couple of oil changes a year.
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OK, now let's hear from Eileen about HER feelings and impressions about the new toy. It seems to be way too easy to put the blame on her.
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Any one from Anaheim, Fullerton, Brea, Yorba Linda, or Placentia, California area remember Fairway Yamaha? Bought my '84 Venture Royale there, then they went out of business around '86 or '87. If I remember correctly, I paid $6,800 for it. Rode it until 2004. I still have the license plate bracket, but it doesn't look right on my Wing. Just went through a bunch of stuff looking for a souvenier shirt from the Barstow to Vegas run Thanksgiving weekend 1985. Could not find it, guess it must have shrunk to the point it's too small. I do have the patch and pin from the ride. Had a buddy from Ohio come out on a '85 Gold Wing and we did that run together. Of course he was upset that I could out-quick, out-speed, out-handle him, and get about 2 miles per gallon better mileage. Yes, those were the days, my friends. My buddy died last summer, had not seen him or communicated for years. Lost opportunities. Only motorcycling can invoke this kind of memory and now cause one to reflect and vow to try to make the most out of the days we have yet remaining. Mel
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Here's a pic of two Trade Center beams that I took at our state fair. That was about a month ago. It is right now 8:46, time of the first impact. The beams are now set in concrete at the Memorial site downtown.
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Yep, makes for a nice little 100 mile ride, huh?
