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Judsonkillian
Posted on Sunday, March 11, 2018 - 01:37 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I have a 2009 1125cr, it's in the shop right now getting the starter solenoid replaced. When I pick it up, my Wife suggests renting a truck to transport it. My only beef is this: I can have the guys at Harley load it for me, but after I get it home, I'm worried about getting it off. I know it's only about four hundred pounds, but I'm not very strong, and my Sons, well I'm afraid of damaging it, so soon after getting it repaired. If anyone could give me some insight to unloading it without damaging it at all, it would be appreciated. I don't have a lot of experience riding, so just trying to safeguard my investment.
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Bubba_
Posted on Sunday, March 11, 2018 - 08:38 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I just rented a U-Haul trailer when i purchased mine; was about a 6 hour drive 1-way; (pic is in my profile)
easy-peazy
had a nice ramp for loading, unloading
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Ratbuell
Posted on Sunday, March 11, 2018 - 01:56 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Or spend $7 at Lowes and buy an 8 foot long 2x12" board. Use it as a ramp. You have sons who can help balance it, and I've ridden a 750lb Harley up a 2x12 without breaking it.

Back your truck into a ditch or up against a hill, to reduce the effective tailgate height / ramp angle.
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Duanelr
Posted on Sunday, March 11, 2018 - 07:00 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I transported my bike to and from the track a lot in a high 4x4 pickup. The first time was sketchy but then turned into a thing I could do blind folded.
Suggestions:
Whatever you use for ramps, somehow attach them to the bed/bumper/tail-gate/whatever. So that they will not move out from under you while they have weight on them.

Use two ramps, one for you to walk backwards on and the other for the bike.

If you are unloading, do it with the motor on, in gear, clutch in, and roll it back SLOWLY. This is counterintuitive, so before anyone yells at me, just wait: when you get to the end of the ramp and the bike did not roll backwards in a perfect straight line it will be precariously close to the edge of the ramp and on the verge of falling off. If your motor is not running it will be VERY hard to push it back up the ramp, I mean very hard. If the motor is running it will be easy to gently let out the clutch and roll it into the bed to readjust and try again.

Learn from these guys mistakes
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Judsonkillian
Posted on Monday, March 12, 2018 - 01:52 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Thanks for all the replies, the youtube video is what I don't want to happen. Looks like I'm renting a trailer again with a ramp on it and having my Sons help me with it. I bought series of ratchet straps, so that should serve to keep my bike immobile on the 32 mile ride home. Then in to my garage.
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Brother_in_buells
Posted on Monday, March 12, 2018 - 06:34 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Depending on the weather you could riding it home.
Maybe you enjoy the ride that much and decide taking a D tour.
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Judsonkillian
Posted on Monday, March 12, 2018 - 03:26 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Brother_in_buells, saw your profile pic, your XBRR looks great. I just don't feel I have quite enough experience right now, need a bit more practice. I have all the gear, just have to get my confidence up. Don't want to risk messing up such a nice bike.
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Fireboltwillie
Posted on Monday, March 12, 2018 - 03:48 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

having recently relocated my 1125R from Colorado to Florida in the back of my pickup, I would say that if you go with ramps, make sure they are long. there is a real risk of high-centering the exhaust on the edge of the tailgate. a rented moto trailer from U-Haul can be had for about $20 for the day instead.
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Brother_in_buells
Posted on Monday, March 12, 2018 - 04:27 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Judsonkillian ,i wish i had a xbrr
Have a 04 xb 12s that i always enjoy and a couple tubers that need a lot of tlc.
Thanks for your compliments ,and take your time with getting comfortable with your 1125.
Best wishes on a great riding season and keep the shiny side up!
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Judsonkillian
Posted on Monday, March 12, 2018 - 11:48 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 on the 1125cr. I have all the gear, I bought it in August, drove to El Paso to pick it up, after getting it registered and all legal, I can't ride it, my Wife thinks I never will. I had a botched spinal surgery that almost killed me, I can't ride bicycles which I used to love. I always wanted this bike, bought it and can't ride it. I'm thinking I might buy a Harley trike to get my endorsement then concentrate on riding it. My older Son is in love with it.
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Greg_m
Posted on Tuesday, March 13, 2018 - 01:10 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

just sayin'...


crane
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K12pilot
Posted on Wednesday, March 14, 2018 - 12:29 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

NOT a bike for a NEW rider!!!

NOT a bike for a bad back!!!

Not a bike for a son especially if he is a new rider also...

Just MY opinion!

Ride Safe
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Court
Posted on Wednesday, March 14, 2018 - 04:40 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I'd concur.with K12Pilot . . . . think about a good used Blast and some good training for the son.

Find a moto-fluent pal to go with you to help load into and out of the trailer. Cover your bets and don't go until you have the confidence in the plan.
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Froggy
Posted on Wednesday, March 14, 2018 - 07:19 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I hate to jump on the bandwagon but I do agree with K12 and Court. It is like getting a Viper for your first car. The bike can get you into a lot of trouble really quickly, and like a sports car, the suspension is very firm and the riding position is aggressive.

I'm not saying it can't be handled by a new rider or someone with a back issue, but you are not doing yourself any favors.
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Jolly
Posted on Wednesday, March 14, 2018 - 07:52 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

If you’re over 40 the most dangerous thing you can do on or with a motorcycle is load it into the back of a truck, it gets squirrelly, your balance is wrong at every step, and only one way for it to go right and far to many more ways for it to go wrong!!! Get, rent, borrow a trailer, ESPECIALLY with a botched back surgery, you could quickly become a statistic!! Please be careful!!!

And I agree, ANYTHING with this kind of power, not a beginner or novice bike.
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Rudolfs001
Posted on Wednesday, March 14, 2018 - 12:36 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

This is as good a beginner bike as a Busa, maybe worse.

It has a really short wheelbase and the torque kicks in really early. A half a degree off on the wrist hand and you're up to 80 before you know it, probably on one wheel.

I have a zx6r and an sv1000, and they're both MUCH better beginner bikes, and I wouldn't even recommend either of those to a beginner.

It's like throwing a kid off Niagara falls when he says he wants to go on a water slide.

As for loading/unloading, you can use the straps to help you:
1. undo any straps on the back of the bike so it's just held up by the two handlebar straps
2. Loosen the left strap a bit, so the bike can lean over the the right, but not fall
3. Put down kickstand
4. Undo right strap (bike is held up by left strap
5. Push bike over to kickstand (or go and hold it up with your hip
6. Undo left strap
7. Roll bike down the ramp (see other commenters for this.)

Also, you can rent a motorcycle trailer from Uhaul. It'll be a lot lower than a truck and easier to load/secure/unload.

(Message edited by rudolfs001 on March 14, 2018)
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Judsonkillian
Posted on Thursday, March 15, 2018 - 05:32 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Okay, got my baby home yesterday one hundred percent okay by Harley:
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Now it's time to go ride!
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Ratbuell
Posted on Friday, March 16, 2018 - 09:14 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

No...it's time to put NEW TIRES on it. I can tell by the color, those tires are shot. Brown rubber = dry rot, and if (as the thread seems to indicate) this is your first bike, or your first in a long time...don't chance this kind of HP on questionable rubber.

The CR is an awesome bike - I love mine - but they absolutely demand respect. Half-ass it, and it will bite you.
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Shoggin
Posted on Friday, March 16, 2018 - 02:44 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I love me a Red Lobster!

On one sidewall of each tire, there is a 4 digit MFG date code stamped on it. The first 2 digits are the week (01-52) and the next 2 are the year. Anything over 5 and I replace them.

You'll also want a small tool kit and at least a rear paddock stand.

They're awesome bikes. It's not the end of the world if you knock it over. But only if...

ATTGATT! Not just a cheap helmet and cool guy jacket.

Lots of good info on this site about the regular questions you'll have. Post more pics
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Judsonkillian
Posted on Friday, March 16, 2018 - 05:16 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

When I picked it up at Harley on Wednesday, they said they checked it out, from front to rear, and it was fine. After looking at the pic, I'm thinking maybe the angle. It's close. The bike is nine years old, so it'll get new tires within another year.
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Joe7bros
Posted on Friday, March 16, 2018 - 05:30 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Tires now, they are 9 years old and dangerous. As far as ridability, I found my CR to be fairly compliant due to the bike's excellent handling characteristics. That being said, the bike will make you think you are far better than you really are, and bite you, HARD, in the ass if you do not respect it.
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Rudolfs001
Posted on Friday, March 16, 2018 - 06:25 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Joe7bros, how does it make you think you're far better than actual?
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Judsonkillian
Posted on Friday, March 16, 2018 - 10:27 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I have all the Harley gear, and I'll check on the prices for a new set when I go in tomorrow. It's better to be safe then sorry, just learning, and I know this is not the bike for a noob. I've always wanted one though,and after I bought my Wife a new car, she indulged me and let me buy it. I had to go and pick it up in another state. It's starting to look like a case of a middle aged guy buying a bike way too much for him. I'm being very cautious though with it.
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Joe7bros
Posted on Friday, March 16, 2018 - 11:33 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Cause they are so easy to ride fast, and then you can't handle the corner
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Judsonkillian
Posted on Saturday, March 17, 2018 - 02:37 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Wife asked if I had all the gear and will use it. I said yes. Even though we are going to move further south next year, to Texas, for my masters, I make sure, even when it gets really warm, I'll wear all the gear, even an armored jacket. Gotta be safe. I had a fall at home, almost killed me, then the surgeons messed up the surgery. I'll never walk right again, or do a lot of things normally. This bike is my last hurrah.
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Shoggin
Posted on Saturday, March 17, 2018 - 03:11 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

There's no bad weather, just bad gear.

That includes hot weather. I've been through many Florida (and Arizona) summers. The guys in the half helmets and tee's are the ones suffering.

Take the MSF course near you and start slow. I highly recommend beginner track days. They are safer and much more fun than the street. The confidence and skill you get from even one track day will translate into safer riding on the street.
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Rudolfs001
Posted on Saturday, March 17, 2018 - 04:37 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

"There's no bad weather, just bad gear."

Then who are the badweatherbikers?!?!
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K12pilot
Posted on Saturday, March 17, 2018 - 05:38 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

X10^^^

NEW TiRES NOW!! Good catch on the pic Joe!!

9+ years old they are TRASH!!

If the HD dealer gave you an inspection sticker you should slap them!

The stickier the tire the better on that bike.

I run the Dunlop Q4 I believe on my CR

I don't really give a crap about tire mileage on that bike as it is not a bike I would ride in the rain & have my own tire machine.

Once warmed up the Q4's stick like glue.

All of my other street bikes run Pilots, great all around performers.

As said above it will BITE YA she is no slouch.

"Cause they are so easy to ride fast, and then you can't handle the corner" YUP!

My K1200 is a pure road rocket, but the CR in the twisties in 3rd gear....BLISS!!

All the gear all the time!
Ride Safe
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Judsonkillian
Posted on Saturday, March 17, 2018 - 08:25 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I just enrolled in the MSF class this week at Harley. In October, I only did the class portion, stopped on the riding portion because the instructor said she was concerned over any balance issues I might have. I was still recovering from a surgery and was excited to be taking a class. They had my name, but no scores, so they said I'd have to take the whole course over, that's not a big deal to me. So hopefully by this time next week I'll be done.
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Bubba_
Posted on Sunday, March 18, 2018 - 08:34 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

not meant to hijack the Judson's thread but...
i need new tires too
I checked the 'code' as someone suggested..
mines 01/09 : (

i dont really have a shop i'd care to take it to, so, i need to learn to do my own..
just need to figure out which set of tools/ tire changers/ balancers, etc to get.
just so many choices.. not sure whether to go higher end or juts bare basic
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