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Mike is an awesome guy!

I have heard several positive things about sky docs clutch replacement. He seems very willing to help out either via phone or email or both.

IT IS CERTAINLY WORTH ATTENDING!!!! Make sure you bring plenty of batteries for your camera. Also FYI, eat and drink prior to going as there is no food or drink allowed. You will find the craziest things there. And here is a little known secret I heard from the armed security... 1- each vehicle and stuff there is privately owned 2- the basement below is storage for MORE vehicle, they say as many as there are for us to see. They have a guy, whose sole job is to travel the world, looking for rare, original vehicles. It was awesome and I will definitely go back.

+1. that is what I have been using and its been most excellent

HEY !!!! That's not nice:no-no-no::no-no-no: I gave you props and mentioned it on the forum. what more do ya want? Ice cream?

+1 on Utopia. east to install, adjust etc. had a back flap for small gear, tools...

Puc As zany as you are at these gatherings, deep down you're a kind soul. We are lucky to have the one true screwy uncle Louie in our forum...

Thank you for taking time to read it Puc. I know y'all just messing around. I thoroughly enjoy seeing you and the misses. Make sure if you hit the sunshine state, you drop me a line...till next time.

Dennis, thanks for reaching out. the GW riders associated here are fantastic. Buddy, Eck, Brake pad are exceptional people. I was referring to the bigger GW groups, where I do not think I would fit in well. I see how they are at events and I just find it to be more of a personality mismatch. they may be decent people, and several GW riders are cool. But like every group, you get those that go over the top. that's what I was referring to.

+1 on riding it. and check for salvage title like suggested

First off, thank you everyone for allowing me to be part of the VR family. As you can see in the video, the camera does add about 30 pounds to my already svelte frame. that said, let me add what really is going on... BEN ROLLINS: the bell was on when I went to the IR, Pic soon mate !!! First: Buddy, I am glad you are doing well and replying back on VR forum. good to have you back. 2- Despite Sunn faulty and misleading accusations, he said some non truths. Repeatedly dropped on my head was his way of trying to fit in and belong. fact is, that just because I allow others to have more of an active role in TALKING, does not mean I don't have anything of value to say or contribute. I am, many things: father, husband, home owner, motorcyclist ( frequently ride to many events alone) former professional drummer ( yes, paid, recorded albums, on the road, that was my job), College graduate (while working 2 jobs), firearm licensed and diving into my own bullet making, active in jiu jitsu, Fillipino weapons training ( kali, escrima and arnis), JKD and CQB, ( some of my friends and instructors are internationally known) as well as being able to be laid back, enjoy a good book, a good beer. I am a loyal friend, but also one who does not like to be taken advantage of. ( unless on Puc video camera) what I am not is...someone who was dropped on his head. NICE TRY FELIX!! Back to the Goldwing saga... TRUE: I did sit on Buddy and Peg's GW at the 2013 dresden BBQ. True: Eck and Konnie were and still are awesome. True: I wanted a GW once I found out it was another reliable bike that had reverse and fuel injection. ( My Kawasaki 1500 is almost 15 years old and is FI) but I digress... About 1.5 years ago, I was "test riding" a 2010 GW level 3 ( ABS ) and prior to that the vulcan voyager. The fine folks at barneys of Brooksville, allowed me to make the test run all day. after filling it up twice and establishing 409 miles, I was hooked. I was making serious low speed U turns, and it took off like a rocket. The stereo system was head and shoulders above my beloved Raspberry Tart and I thought that was going to be the bike. I was torn... My 2003 took me to Dresden, TN, there and back in the torrential rain: no issues. Took me to the Georgia mountains to VOGEL and Tail of the dragon, again in the rain and again no issues. Was I just wanting the next piece of eye candy? You guys and the bike were REAL good to me. I learned how to carb sync from Steve K, and after confiding in him I elected to take his advice and ride her some more.... I even had a VERY nice phone call from Yammer Dan when it turned out another Florida RSV same as mine was involved in a MVA, and he was checking on me. that was really really cool considering much of my own family I do not associate with . However, the GW was an itch I HAD TO SCRATCH. I like to try and learn new things, to explore and expand. I wanted to see if the GW was for me. If it isn't, then no big deal because I know which bike I can go back to. I had to see if this was for me... Right now, I am not having any real regrets. I gain in some areas and lose in others. the main attraction to the GW was the handling, reverse, fuel injection and reliability. Here is my 2500 mile update regarding the GW while at times I do sincerely miss my RSV, considering all we did to maker her special and unique, right now I am enjoying the GW. Here are some differences I noticed right away: Fuel injection mean no carb/ gas smell in the garage. it also means rocket ship like take off at green lights. It is still something I have to get used to, because in a flash, I am bolting off the line, not meaning to leave my brothers and sisters behind. I am working on perfecting my throttle response. bike is VERY nimble and responsive. You don't have to use a lot of energy to turn the handle bars. In the beginning I found the bike staying off course because I moved my shoulder/ arms too much when looking at things from the side. was WEIRD! but that's how responsive and sensitive they are... Low center of gravity: it is not top heavy and moves easily with tractor trailers blowing by me. it also does have better low speed maneuvering, although to be fair, I have perfected that with the RSV after taking the RLAP course with the RSV. ABS brakes: Came in handy on our return trip, as we were heading on to I-185, I was the lead bike and a full sized Doe with the baby came flying across me, and I slowly but firmly applied the brakes. ABS: THANK YOU 6 cylinders vs V4 mean it sips a few more drops of fuel, but I like the gas gauge and not the guessing game of the digital bars that can fluctuate. SEAT: comfortable before and after the butler mod. it's a tad bit taller than I would like but not a distraction. When I test rode this one, the P.O. told my wife, wow, it looks like he has always ridden one. ( I still have to practice some more) repairs: I am sure GW stands for GRAB WALLET. There are many of you RSV that can and do go out of your way to fix, repair, change or modify RSV. I have not found that camaraderie at all with any GW forum. the previous owner was very generous with his after market set up. Kuryakyn up the wazoo, tulsa windshield, MUTH mirrors, ring of fire lights as well as trailer hitch, cargo carrier and bag. etc. ( I added and installed a superbrace and Ben's guardian bell) He also was very meticulous with his upkeep, maintenance ad even documented fuel stops and how much. I had NO DOUBT he took exceptional care of this machine. The ride to and from the IR door to door was 1601 miles. The temperature gauge never budged. the oil was changed prior to leaving and never a drop lost. The cruise control is very nice as well and will not lose or bog down on hills. Many A time I had to decelerate because I was quickly catching up to those in front of me. WHAT I DO NOT CARE FOR ALL THAT MUCH: 1- no Honda dealers close by, but I have been spoiled by the Yamaha/kawi dealer right down the road. 2- not a lot of metal. I have a tourmaster tank bag which was awesome at VOGEL, I cant use the magnetic flaps 3- hardly any real metal. Plastic parts almost remind me of an erector set. 4- the GW fanatics and the groups. they act snobby and think I should have matching everything to resemble them. 5- I am about 3/4-1 inch shorter than I would like. My feet touch the ground but not as solid footing as with the RSV. Rick Butler worked the seat but did not change the height. 6- not loud ( pipes) my rock, metal, 80's hair band and 70's disco on the MP3 player more than let you know I'm a coming... well, there ya have it. 2 stories in one. The GW update for those that were wondering and wanted to know my thoughts, and to straighten out any misconceptions about who got dropped on his head as an infant. I hope that some of you liked my assessment and GW update. Thanks to BUDDY, ECK and BEN for their GW gifts... Feel free to ask me any questions if you did not get the answers here. Because so many of you are great story tellers and talkers who have done more riding than me, I just take a step back to allow you guys and gals to take the stage. that is how I learn, from you fine folks

HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO A GREAT PERSON AND A GREAT VR MEMBER. HUGS AND KISSES !!!:cool10::cool10::cool10::bighug::bighug::bighug:

Great to see the both of you again. Next time, I need to sign the bike again. My signature is practically invisible. BTW, we all sure were glad to see you down here.

Need to update your info now along with some new pics. Why you say? PUC WAS SEEN at the McDonald he was speaking of and we has a reunion when he pulled up with His wife at the motorsports. I was a bit surprised, because he was traveling real light. Only had 83 things attached to the bike!!!

It's a phantom 2 drone...

We miss you a whole bunch Dan!!!

Relax Puc were all doing fine! Many of us are on a different schedule as some arrived Saturday, early today etc. I myself, after a 600+ mile trip in the advanced Deep South heat, I needed some relief. We get to the lodge at 2 but check in is at 4!!!! Mike, karem, Steve and Marilyn were getting some food, and Sunn and I were just schmoozing around. Tomorrow through Wednesday should better organized so we can give you better updates. Hope to see ya...

That's what I use and it works like a charm

Time to add my 2 cents.... Today sunn and I embarked on our journey, about 25 miles from Perry Florida, we hit severe T storms so we took shelter at the only gas station near by... We are locked down here in Opelika, Alabama, which is about 163 miles from our destination. 99% back roads! about 20 miles of our 415 were on I 10. We took some crazy roads, SR 27, SR1, SR 431, 169 etc. also was THISCLOSE to kissing a deer who was coming towards me on the back road. As Mike eluded to the heat was treacherous and we were seeing signs that posted temps in the mid 90's...without heat index. You would never imagine, but there is a GREAT Chinese /Thai restaurant called Wok and roll...the decor and food was quite appealing. This town isn't the most modern. At times, going through these towns I was asking myself if we took a time warp back 50-60 years. A lot going on, that's for sure. Ride safe everyone and see y'all tomorrow. We are taking 431 straight up and would like to touch down around noon if possible..

Good job!

Prayers and thoughts with you and your family!!!!

used to run 5-7 on the fronts and 40PSI on the rear, regardless of solo or 2 up, with and without luggage.

Sorry to hear about your loss. I have been down the same road you have. Although tough to hear right now, you will learn to celebrate the memories and the love he shared with everyone

+1 here. I have had two full sets since I owned the venture and the parts guy and myself check them before install. I've had great success with them and handled well in the Florida heat and the rain in Tennessee and vogel...the date code on mine was 1 year. The ones in the photos, I would not chance riding them...

It has the FB6 look to it, regarding the black on the sides and the tail light structure. looks great !