Jerry W
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We rode a little over 100 miles Sunday, a little windy but if it is warm, I am riding this time of year. Gotta' love 60 degree days in January.
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Here is one on ebay. http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/Harley-touring-roadking-chrome-license-plate-light-kit_W0QQcmdZViewItemQQcategoryZ35557QQihZ006QQitemZ160196206713QQrdZ1QQsspagenameZWDVW
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You have our thoughts and prayers, anything we can do, let us know.
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I worked shift work for 32 years and there are times that you just flat aren't going to sleep very well. Some of the things I did were to cut styrofoam blanks that would just fit in the window, this made the bedroom dark as well as sound and temperature insulating. When I had young kids at home, I slept with earplugs when I was working nights. I also got in bed as quickly as possible, it worked better if I could get in bed before the sun came up. Also, in times of high stress on the job, I would work out when I got home instead of after I got up. Deal is, shift work just ain't natural. However paying the bills is a good thing and we do what we have to. Good luck.
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Got my bells also, thanks for the awesome job you do.
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Eating Tips for the Holidays 1. Avoid carrot sticks. Anyone who puts carrots on a holiday buffet table knows nothing of the Christmas spirit. In fact, if you see carrots, leave immediately. Go next door, where they're serving rum balls. 2. Drink as much eggnog as you can and quickly. You can't find it any other time of year but now. So drink up! Who cares that it has 10,000 calories in every sip? It's not as if you're going to turn into an 'eggnog-aholic' or something. It's a treat. Enjoy it! Have one for me. Have two. It's later than you think. 3. If something comes with gravy, use it. That's the whole point of gravy. Gravy does not stand-alone. Pour it on. Make a volcano out of your mashed potatoes. Fill it with gravy. Eat the volcano. Repeat. 4. As for mashed potatoes, always ask if they're made with skim milk or whole milk. If it's skim, pass. Why bother? It's like buying a sports car with an automatic transmission. 5. Do not have a snack before going to a party in an effort to control your eating. The whole point of going to a Christmas party is to eat other people's food for free. Lots of it. Hello? 6. Under no circumstances should you exercise between now and New Year's. You can do that in January when you have nothing else to do. This is the time for long naps, which you'll need after circling the buffet table while carrying a 10-pound plate of food and that vat of eggnog. 7. If you come across something really good at a buffet table, like frosted Christmas cookies in the shape and size of Santa, position yourself near them and don't budge. Have as many as you can before becoming the center of attention. They're like a beautiful pair of shoes. If you leave them behind, you're never going to see them again. 8. Same for pies. Apple, pumpkin and mincemeat - have a slice of each. Or, if you don't like mincemeat, have two apples and one pumpkin. Always have three. When else do you get to have more than one dessert -- Labor Day? 9. Did someone mention fruitcake? Granted, it's loaded with the mandatory celebratory calories, but avoid it at all cost. I mean, have some standards. 10. One final tip: If you don't feel terrible when you leave the party or get up from the table, you haven't been paying attention. Reread tips: Start over, but hurry, January is just around the corner. Remember: 'Life should not be a journey to the grave with the intention of arriving safely in an attractive and well preserved body. But rather to skid in sideways, chocolate in hand, body thoroughly used up, totally worn out and screaming 'WOO-HOO what a ride!' Happy Holidays!
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Was it just me, or did anyone else read the part that said "he went over what looked like a bush"? Perhaps it wasn't reflexes as much as a case of cranial rectitus. Or in laymans terms he did not see the "bush" because he had his head in his a**. I am thinking he was riding a dirt bike and ran over a bush. Where I come from a bush is not exactly a mobile object. I will admit, I quit riding dirt bikes when I was 50 because I ain't tough enough to ride dirt any more.
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Question for those with the Baron's lowering kit
Jerry W replied to WIKD's topic in Royal Star Venture Tech Talk ('99 - '13)
Does anyone know if the kick stand from a V Star or the older model Royal Star will fit the Venture? They both sit lower than the Venture and there are aftermarket short kick stands for the V Star and Road Star. -
This question was asked of folks who ride touring bikes that have no reverse, if it was a deciding factor I am thinking we would all be riding something else. I have found I spend the vast majority of the time I am on the bike moving forward.
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I am wondering what you were looking for when you found this.
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I have a free membership with the RSV I now ride and have had a free membership when I bought a '96 Royal Star. There are no chapters anywhere near me, so I was never really involved with them. I found this site and don't use the Star site. So.......I can't really say anything about how they run their business, I have not found a a reason to look past VenrureRider.org.
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Question for those with the Baron's lowering kit
Jerry W replied to WIKD's topic in Royal Star Venture Tech Talk ('99 - '13)
I am thinking of making this modification to my RSV this winter, did you go to a shorter side stand? -
After reading all the posts, I am thinking "what difference does it really make?". To me it is kinda' like the "what kind of motorcycle do you ride" thing. As long as you enjoy what you are doing and it doesn't hurt anyone else, go for it. Just my two cents.
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Here is a link to a windshield bag. http://carolinaleatherworks.stores.yahoo.net/winbag721.html
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I was thinking all you guys could send me the money, you will have the same luck getting the bike but at least someone from this site would have a really good day.
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If there is enough interest for one in the Texas Panhandle, I have garage space and will be glad to host. I live 50 miles north of Amarillo in Borger, Texas. I am not much of a mechanic, but I have a great grill and I ain't afraid to use it.
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I got 7500 out of the Bridgestones that came on the bike. The front tire still looked great, but back was used up. I don't do burn outs,etc. but I have been known to accelerate rapidly in the lower gears which probably is the reason for the back tire wearing quickly. These are big, heavy and powerful bikes, when you get on them it takes on toll on the back tire even if it doesn't slip.
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If I find a cheaper price on the internet, I give my dealer a shot at matching the price. He usually gets close enough to get the sale. He has to make money to keep the doors open and I need to watch my wallet. Last time I bought tires, he was close enough. Just a thought.
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I am also interested in the results as well as which ones were installed on front and rear of the bike.
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I live about 350 miles North of Redneck, but have a daughter in Odessa. I think there may be one hill and two curves between here and there. But I ride a 2nd Gen, so it is all good.
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Am kinda' thinking that would depend on whether you were in the cage or on the bike.
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Submitted by Tony Dathan. Problem: One of the common complaints about the Yamaha passing light kit for the RSV is that it mounts so close to the fairing that removing the fairing becomes very difficult requiring one to either remove or loosen the passing light bracket. Installation: When the bracket arrives you will need 2 3/8" NC x 3/4" long bolts and lock washers. I got these at Home Depot for under two bucks. Undo your light bar. Use the 8mm bolts to fasten the bracket where the light bar was and then using the 3/8" bolts bolt the light bar to the bracket. Most of us that have the bracket can now split the fairing without touching the light bar or at least just loosening it a few turns. Might depend on the actual lights you have. Basically you undo the light bar, put the bracket where the bar was, then mount the light bar to the bracket! How to get one: You can contact me at dathan@shaw.ca The price at this time is $26 US or $30 Cdn. That includes the postage as well! The following are some shots I've taken in the past! #5 shows the clearance between the back of the light and the fairing. This started as a way of my being able to clean between the light and the fairing. Taking the fairing off without touching the light bar was just a huge bonus! This is where I got mine.
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I have some ordered, I am thinking we can get together for a trade. Thanks.
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I was wondering if they came in tin foil.
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I have ridden Yamaha's for over 10 years and will admit there are some dealers out there who aren't much. I am not thinking there is no company (car or motorcycle) who do not have a dealer that is not up to standard. When I bought my 2006 Midnight Venture in Springfield, Mo. it was the worst experience I have ever had with any dealership. However, Yamaha has always treated me very well in resolving any problems. I hate to see anyone have problems with their bike, but I do not think changing brands is going to assure every dealer is going to be a good one. My thought is document the bad and then call Yamaha, any problem I have ever had was solved quickly when I furnished documentation to Yamaha.