Glad you're not hurt too bad. Sorry to see another 2nd gen go down but most important is you made it out OK. Heal up quick.
I'll probably be able to get in a ride and maybe have some time to hang and have an oat soda or two. Had fun for the brief time I rode with y'all...
I should probably clarify this TC. While I did get the lower at the dealership (as well as tail section and side cover) it was back in late '99...
A lot of good pics in this thread. Here's a few from a trip I did with a friend back in the 1900's
Between Jacob Lake and the north rim of the Grand Canyon
Keeping the bike running due to the old failing R/R
Leaving SLO County, Sep. 99
I had a similar problem on my 87 700. It turned out to be a sticky starter switch that wasn't coming back out enough to let the headlight come...
Nice! Congrats and welcome. To answer your questions: 1) You can expect a great bike. 2) You can't take it with you so ride it while you're...
When I replaced my my R/R I added a piece of 3/8" or 1/4" thick (can't remember) aluminum between the R/R and it's mounting point as a heat sink....
How much voltage is it putting out at around 6000 rpm?
I found that riding with friends that I trust felt better than riding alone after my last crash. Safety in numbers OR misery loves company....
It's been suggested to me that in an accident/fall situation anything in a backpack is more stuff that can mess with your spine. Can't say I've...
You might want to make sure your starter switch is coming all the way out when you let your thumb off. When I bought mine the switch was a little...
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