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Nillaice
Posted on Wednesday, October 15, 2008 - 04:43 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
the sale is over
but i'll swing by to figger out my size.

i gotta catch the next sale.
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Xb12mel
Posted on Wednesday, October 15, 2008 - 05:21 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
did anyone notice that these are X-Men Leathers from the movie? (That's what I was wondering about...) I know I wouldn't put my HRH patch on it, just too much 80's cartoons.
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Nillaice
Posted on Wednesday, October 15, 2008 - 05:29 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
it reads that they're race-legal, so it's no costume.
i wouldn't laugh at them. the question is: how big of an "X-Men" fan are you?
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Nillaice
Posted on Wednesday, October 15, 2008 - 05:41 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
mel, about handle bars: these are the cheapest i've been able to find
http://www.oldbikebarn.com/Motorcycle_Parts/Cafe-R acer-Parts/Z-Bend-Clubman-Bars
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Nillaice
Posted on Wednesday, October 15, 2008 - 07:59 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
i could weld up a few custom z-bars. i just gotta get my paws on some 7/8" O.D.

it'd take 2 stockers to make one set of z- style... i've put some thought into this before
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Xb12mel
Posted on Thursday, October 16, 2008 - 10:04 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Dude,

I just purchased the same bars for $18.00 using the link I sent u. Now, I don't know what they are going to charge me for shipping yet, but I looked up UPS Ground and it should be less the $15.00 So, $32.00 to my door! It's less then half the cost of the bars from Buell.
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Tank_bueller
Posted on Thursday, October 16, 2008 - 03:28 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Mel,
I'd rock the X-men suit, but I would consider looking at a perforated suit first. My 2-piece it perf'd and I still roast on a warm day at the track.


Check the weekend ride thread for this weekend.
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Slowride
Posted on Saturday, October 18, 2008 - 09:49 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Hey guys, I want to say thank you to everyone that replied to my whine for help when I was up in Virginia.

I managed to meet up with Frinzo at the HD store and talked to Duck. You guys have a fantastic HD dealer compared to anything in Dallas or Ft. Worth, TX.

I picked up a spare set of Race Plugs from the Dealer and was almost talked into a Road Toad by Duck before I left. LOL~

Anyway, you guys were fantastic and I really appreciate all the help. I look forward to riding with you guys again, either at TWO or when I hit VA again.

So, to let you know what was actually causing the Check engine light....

It pitched two codes:
ECM Rom failure
Muffler Valve failure

I used ECM Spy to clear both codes and I haven't been able to get the bike to throw the codes again. I also talked to Al at American Sport Bike and he suggested pulling and prodding the ECM which I have done extensively and I have had no success getting it to throw any codes, so I will run it until it happens again.
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Puphaphil
Posted on Saturday, October 18, 2008 - 01:32 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Slowride, glad we could help! Maybe next time we'll get together and ride.

PJ
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Frinzo
Posted on Saturday, October 18, 2008 - 06:08 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
np slowride. hopefully ur bike wont give u anymore probs. my bikes chargin system is bad, got to get a voltmeter tonight so i can figure out what exactly died..the stator or the volt reg..
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S1wmike
Posted on Saturday, October 18, 2008 - 06:31 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Sloride I'm glad you got taken care of. and Duc does have a way about him
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Tank_bueller
Posted on Sunday, October 19, 2008 - 08:30 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Mel,

You should check out Glitchco...

Looks like the ball field near your house???
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Frinzo
Posted on Sunday, October 19, 2008 - 08:56 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
well, tested everything on the buell just alittle while ago. funny thing is everything test out ok...atleast i think i tested everything correctly..going to ride it around tomorrow to see if i can get the engine light to come on. when it does i will bring it back home and check everything agian..
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Xb12mel
Posted on Monday, October 20, 2008 - 09:16 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)


Yesss!!! I made the Calendar!!! It's the May Centerfold if anyone is interested!!! HRH in the House!

Actually Tank, that's Langley Speedway.

(Message edited by xb12mel on October 20, 2008)
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Frinzo
Posted on Monday, October 20, 2008 - 11:57 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
lol, i thought that was ur bike..but i couldnt really tell, couldnt see the full sticker. congratz though!!
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S1wmike
Posted on Monday, October 20, 2008 - 05:07 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Man that May Centerfold had a Phat Azzzzz
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Xb12mel
Posted on Tuesday, October 21, 2008 - 09:43 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
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Frinzo
Posted on Tuesday, October 21, 2008 - 03:43 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
man, this place is dead....
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Frinzo
Posted on Tuesday, October 21, 2008 - 07:43 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
hey guys, just to let every1 know, i just ordered a plug kit to make my own Trouble code checker or this thing...

http://www.americansportbike.com/shoponline/ccp0-p rodshow/9016.html

so if any1 else gets that annoying check engine light on, well i will have the plug to see what it is : )

on a side note, will be awhile before i can order the fork tool as i have bills to pay :-P but i will be buying it when i can so i can get the forks done, that and i still have to build a frame stand.
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Xb12rdavid
Posted on Tuesday, October 21, 2008 - 10:04 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Myron,
I got that thing in my wish list(I am up to about $5,000). So it'll be there for awhile.
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Frinzo
Posted on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 - 07:45 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
lol, yea my wish list is about $2k. but this will help lower it ; )
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Xb12mel
Posted on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 - 12:34 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Hey Myron, you realize you can do the same thing with a paper clip right? all it does is short 2 of the 4 pins together.

On the other hand, count me in on the frame building project. I need to do my forks as well and I'll be more then happy to lend a hand in building the stand. Heck, how much are the fork tools, maybe we can make it a community purchase.
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Frinzo
Posted on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 - 01:13 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
the fork tool is $130 from American sport bike, the stand is going to be simple. just going to build a big saw horse type stand.

Yea i know i could just do that Mel, but i wanted something that would just be easier than holding the paper clip. it only cost me like $7 bucks and its something i can leave in the bike trunk ; )
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Clydesdale6
Posted on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 - 02:28 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Hey everyone, its been awhile since I posted, but I need some advise. I layed my bike down last friday and I'm wondering what I should do about the bike. Damage consist of the frame being punched in on the right hand side where the frame puck was, but its not leaking. Everything else is cosmetic except for the starter switch. It will have to be replaced. Should I report it to the insurance since I think they'll total it because of the frame? Or just fix it and live with the frame the way it is? Any opinions would be appreciated. I'm good except for some cuts and bruises. Thanks and I will post pics tonight.
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Xb12mel
Posted on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 - 03:40 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
I've got that same mark on mine from the 3rd full day of ownership. The right side of the frame is hollow, fuel is only on the left. The frame is thicker on that side too..

The good news is a new puck will cover the spot almost exactly where it is (i think) I haven't had a problem with mine at all.

Just remember...the frame is "dented" not "bent" I think that's the final straw in the Insurance companied eyes.

Glad your alright.
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Frinzo
Posted on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 - 03:43 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
WOW! sorry to hear that you layed ur bike down. In my opionion, if ur looking to want to keep the bike then dont report it. unless you need them to fix the bike. hope this helps. So what happen anyways?

man i need to edit my post, i completly mixed up the bikes : (

(Message edited by frinzo on October 22, 2008)
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Clydesdale6
Posted on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 - 08:08 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Well, I was doing about 30mph on Haygood when the vehicles in front of me slammed their brakes. I hit my front brake a bit and hit one of those thin tar repair strips and the front wheel came right out from under me. The bike slid about 50 ft into the oncoming traffic and I slid about 20 feet forward. Ripped the heck out of my cammies and slammed my right knee but nothing major.
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Tank_bueller
Posted on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 - 10:12 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Glad you are OK!

But Mel is not correct(sorry Mel)

Both sides of the frame hold fuel. There is a passage where the frame connects in the back to equalize the load between the sides.

Can you cover the damage with a puck? If so, I wouldn't claim it. If you have bent forks or something, that's a different story.
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Frinzo
Posted on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 - 10:56 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
That sucks man. glad to hear that ur fine though. hope everything works out for ya...
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Puphaphil
Posted on Wednesday, October 22, 2008 - 11:13 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)
Dude, glad to hear you're alright. Like the other HRH's said, if it's cosmetic, and you can afford to pay for the repairs, get it fixed. If it's beyond your budget, there's a reason for insurance...just be mindful of the fact that they may total it due to their ignorance of Buells. I know it's not helpful...sorry. I guess if it were me, I'd take it to SSHD and see what they say as far as damage and ability to do repairs, then go from there.
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