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Brodie
Posted on Sunday, May 08, 2005 - 06:20 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Hell, even the dog cant stop lookin at her...

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Ezblast
Posted on Sunday, May 08, 2005 - 09:45 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

And so the Dark side grows! - lol - very nice!
GT - JBOTDS! EZ
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Jugallo94
Posted on Monday, May 09, 2005 - 09:39 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Hey Ez, I am thinking about going with the third eye mirrors. I still have my stock hand grips on the bike. What do I have to do to install the mirrors?
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Ezblast
Posted on Monday, May 09, 2005 - 10:09 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

just cut off the grip end and install - enjoy!
GT - JBOTDS! EZ
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Jugallo94
Posted on Monday, May 09, 2005 - 10:42 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

thanks
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Mutt2jeff
Posted on Friday, May 13, 2005 - 11:27 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

The latest edition of my Blast.

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Naustin
Posted on Saturday, May 14, 2005 - 07:20 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Looks great!

(Message edited by naustin on May 14, 2005)
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Ezblast
Posted on Sunday, May 15, 2005 - 08:50 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Tight!
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P3blastgirl
Posted on Sunday, May 15, 2005 - 09:05 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Hello! I'm new to this board. Boy do I have a lot of questions, if anyone has the time to answer!!

My 2005 Blast
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P3blastgirl
Posted on Sunday, May 15, 2005 - 09:13 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

So this is my new 2005 Blast, just purchased on April 7th. It's been back to the dealer twice... the first time to clean out the carb/jets, the second time the voltage regulator was sucking the life out of the battery while it was parked, these are minor things). I still love this bike and wish it would behave! I've got 2 years of riding experience, this is my 2nd bike. This new Buell is temperamental at take off from 1st gear. It likes to cut out on me, alot! Has a sputter and uneven idle and dies when I try to pull away from a stoplight. On the road it rides awesome. Does anyone have any answers for me? I will be taking it to the dealer to check it out (for the 3rd problem)!! There is no other bike for me!! I love this bike so much (at least for the moment), can anyone relate to this problem or know what is going on?
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Naustin
Posted on Sunday, May 15, 2005 - 09:19 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Could be the auto-choke/enrichener. It doesn't sound like a typical problem, especially on a brand new unit. Since it is new, I wouldn't worry about and rack my brain too hard trying to guess - Let the dealer figure it out for you.

Nice color :tup:
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Ezblast
Posted on Sunday, May 15, 2005 - 10:57 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Tighten &/or Replace your intake boot - easy deal - bet the problem disapears - Welcome!
GT - JBOTDS! EZ
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Rockbiter1
Posted on Sunday, May 15, 2005 - 11:25 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I say the only solution would be to install the 44Magnum kit, cures all Blast problems, except for the neutral to first gear clunk...of course, with the 44Mag, ya can't hear the clunk as much...so it fixes that too :P

(no, I do not have the 44Mag, but I did sleep in a Holiday Inn Express last night....)

Welcome to the club Cindy!
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Dustyjacket
Posted on Monday, May 16, 2005 - 09:41 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Are you letting it warm up before taking off.
It needs a good 30 seconds, or more....
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Naustin
Posted on Monday, May 16, 2005 - 10:15 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

EZ might be right about that intake boot. Check for cracks and tighten it up. If there is a problem with it, it means shop didn't assemble it correctly after they cleaned out your carb and jets.
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P3blastgirl
Posted on Monday, May 16, 2005 - 02:38 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I'm definitely warming it up... and the bike does this even after I've been riding a while. I will take the bike to the dealer and mention all these suggestions, thanks so much!!!! When I get it fixed, I'll put a post up on what they did.
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Mmelvis
Posted on Monday, May 16, 2005 - 02:40 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

That is a nice looking color. Have a great time with your new bike
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Gearheaderiko
Posted on Monday, May 16, 2005 - 03:29 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

30 seconds to a minute (or however long it takes to pull the bike out of the garage and close the door) is sufficient warm up. Needing longer than that means a problem or its colder than 40 degrees!
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P3blastgirl
Posted on Monday, May 16, 2005 - 03:30 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Thanks, I think the color is called Battle Blue? Wish the weather would stay nice around here, it's been in the 50's and low 60's, a bit chilly for my tastes. And I know y'all call yourselves the Bad-Weather bikers, but I like those warm breezes better...
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Zero2blast
Posted on Monday, May 16, 2005 - 11:15 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

well I finally took pictures of the blast after the conversion (appearance & performance)

I will first post pics of the stock blast (what it looked like when I bought it last year) - keep in mind that these first few stock shots where only taken around 3 weeks ago
blaststock1
another stock pic, side shot
blaststock2
..can you guess where this is going??
blaststock3

some shots after the transformation...
newblast1
..I was debating whether or not to leave the tank cover bare black, but I think my custom decal turned out really good
newblast2
this next one kinda shows the handlebar & mirror
newblast3
another shot of the other side showing the decal a little better
newblast4
one showing the CF fender as well as my crappy truck
newblast5
last one was taken when it was a little overcast, so the decal almost looks chrome
newblast6
sorry if this seems like a lot, but I think it looks beautiful now. eBay is my new best friend!
PS, don't let anyone tell you you can't repair deep scratches/scuffs and marks!
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Ezblast
Posted on Tuesday, May 17, 2005 - 12:21 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Very nice! - on the way to becoming unique - definately now your own with your touches making it personal - its a good feeling! Enjoy the ride!
GT - JBOTDS! EZ
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P3blastgirl
Posted on Tuesday, May 17, 2005 - 12:48 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I ask people, is it normal to be in love with a machine? I mean, I LOVE my Blast, I just like to look at the bike - - It's just so cool looking. No, it's not the fastest, most expensive motorcycle you can get, but I love my bike! My husband thinks I'm nuts. I'm so glad I found this website.

OK! I'm not suppose to be up this late! Goodnight!
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Mmelvis
Posted on Tuesday, May 17, 2005 - 09:04 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Zero2, nice work. How do you like the pro series pipe ?

P3blastgirl, welcome to the club. Just do not stare to long, your husband might get jealous
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Naustin
Posted on Tuesday, May 17, 2005 - 09:20 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

nice work, zero2.
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Ezblast
Posted on Tuesday, May 17, 2005 - 10:09 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

For the slow - basically me - what is the name of that barend mirror again - nice!
GT - JBOTDS! EZ
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Zero2blast
Posted on Tuesday, May 17, 2005 - 08:19 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I don't think I mentioned the bar end mirror earlier, I looked long and hard before I found a mirror I actually liked (turned out they had it at a local bicycle shop) its called a 'cyclop' mirror made by 'Zefal'. The only downside to this mirror is that it is a asymmetrical design (hence the Cyclop name) - meaning it can only be used on one side (I had wanted to have two mirrors but this still works great). It is also fully adjustable, it rotates and swings in and out (great if you hit something in traffic.. lol) some more pics(ignore me!):
blastmirror1
blastmirror2

here is a rundown of all the stuff I found and bought for the conversion:

Low Profile seat=eBay, hardly used, 1/2 price
tank cover, flyscreen & tailsection=eBay, cheap - they were scuffed, so I repaired them, great deal!
Carbon Fiber front fender=eBay, I believe the company is called ds composites (~40US)
Renthal H 971 handlebar=eBay, takeoff from a brand new Honda CRF - 1/2 price of new Renthals
Mirror=bought new from local bicycle shop - Zefal Cyclop
Custom Decals (my own design)=paid $20 to be printed & applied @ a local shop
Pro Series Exhaust & intake= bought new from Lonestar HD in the peg (these were the only really expensive pieces)

the only other mods I can think of is maybe a Corbin seat and dual headlights with a lightning flyscreen (ala Blaster_S, if he doesn't mind, lol!)
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Zero2blast
Posted on Tuesday, May 17, 2005 - 08:30 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

thanks for the compliments
Mmelvis, I really like the sound of the pro series, it fits right in my tolerance level and I couldn't imagine a louder system (no offence to those of you with a more hi-po system)

I just realized my blast could be a posterchild for eBay! LOL
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Jugallo94
Posted on Wednesday, May 18, 2005 - 10:59 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Hey ez

If you like zeros mirror, check out blackburns Multi mirror. Almost the same look. I bought two of them for my blast at the local bike shop for $36. Havent had a chance to put them on yet. I am waiting until I get my new handlbars to put them on.
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Ezblast
Posted on Wednesday, May 18, 2005 - 11:32 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Thanks for the tip - I'll check them out!
GT - JBOTDS! EZ
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Naustin
Posted on Wednesday, May 18, 2005 - 11:34 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I have 2 of those Blackburn mirrors also. Check the archive from last month, I posted pictures.

Only thing I don't like is they stick out a lot, and they vibrate too much. The end cap of one of them vibrated off and I lost it... Should have used a little lock tite I guess.
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