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    Ricoh emulators

    hey, thanks for the heads up. I've run the synthetic for about two seasons now and haven't noticed any problems. However, I don't know if there's much advantage to running syn oil since I change it about every 6k anyway. I have been thinking of going to the exact oil you use cause it's...
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    Ricoh emulators

    took the Max out for a serious test drive today. What a difference!!! this winter I put on new Metz 880's ( 170 rear--cleared swing arm OK, 110 frt), bead balanced, 440 standard spring 12 in shocks, rear and front Galfer brakes with new rotors, 3in over Franks Maintenance 43mm forks, new...
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    Ricoh emulators

    wow Brian, that's what I'm talkin' 'bout. You got very specific. thanks. Smackdown
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    shock mount tap size?

    I bought a 1990 Venture Royale VZX 1300 final drive and the shock mount hole is there, and even appears to be threaded. I bought a shock stud for the VMax and it is way too small to use(on the end that should thread in there). Am I supposed to buy a different shock stud? Everything else fit...
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    diff seals

    I bought a Venture diff on ebay. Everything looks fine, but I want to change the seals on it and I can figure most of it out using the several manuals (Haynes kinda sucks) I have for the VMax.........except for one particular seal. The big seal and o-ring on the wheel side of the diff I...
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    12.5 in shocks with Metz 880 170

    Dale, How do you like the ride with the 440's and Metzler. Is it a lot better than stock? Smackdown
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    Ricoh emulators

    Hey, this info is great, but can anyone describe the specific differences in ride quality they experienced with Racetech emulators and the Ricor product? Compared to stock and to each other; Installed with the proper oil viscosity and adjusted properly, which product does a better job fighting...
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    Horn for Vmax

    I haven't bought one in a few years, but a 6V horn is crazy, paranoid loud. But don't lean on it for more than about 5-10 seconds or you'll burn it up. But impatient loud!!! A horn with a temper. Used to be able to buy them through JC Whitney. Smackdown
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    Ricoh emulators

    anyone tried the ricoh emulators? they are pricey, but if they REALLY work....... I know the Racetech emulators are pretty good, but the Ricoh units look like a great engineering idea. Smackdown
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    got shocks?

    nope, does he usually have some used ones for sale, or new? I'll see if I can contact him. thanks, Smackdown
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    12.5 in shocks with Metz 880 170

    I weigh 200 lbs. Looks like 12.5 in should be fine. thanks, Smackdown
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    got shocks?

    anybody have a set of good aftermarket shocks like Progressive 440's, or something close , in the 12.5 to 13 in. range? thanks, Smackdown
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    OK serous question now about shocks

    Garrett and Mike--check your PM Smackdown
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    12.5 in shocks with Metz 880 170

    Hello people, I haven't been active for a while, but I sure have been reading various threads. I want to put a Metzler 880 170-80-15 on the rear, and run 12.5 Progressive 430 shocks. Do I have enough clearance in there for this combination. thanks Smackdown
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    Boxenstopp

    Forward controls came in May 14, 2009. No directions, but high quality. Joe is a good guy, but I will only order from Boxenstopp again if all else fails (and it usually does!!). Smackdown
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    Boxenstopp

    ordered forward controls from Boxenstopp back in February '09 and it is May 7 '09. 3 months. no controls. I ordered a set to save time, could make them myself. (except very busy these days). I'll give it to May 30, then make my own (Miller 185 Mig welder project) and ask for a refund. Joe is...
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    difference between constant rate and progressive springs

    hello, can't make up my mind between constant rate or progressive rate front springs. I want a smoother ride and less dive on braking. I plan to use 15 wt oil and Racetech emulators. any comments, advice, rants on this topic appreciated. thanks, Smackdown
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    Carburetor idle circuit cleaning

    I woke up one morning and my Vmax ran like crap. It ran perfect the day before. Had to keep the choke on to keep it running. Got on this webpage and read about the Shotgun. Did it and now the bike runs great again. A month later the bike still runs good. BTW. I went ahead and pulled the...
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    Desire a louder sound from stock exhaust

    I opened up my vmax muffler this way. Bought 1 inch drill bit at Cummins tool. About $6. Bought drill bit extender at Sears. About $20. Pulled muffler off Vmax. Sort of a hell of a job, since you have to loosen whole exhaust system. I'm too cautious to do this mod with muffler...
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    new covers for cans

    Hello group, Freezing hell here in Kansas. Too cold to drive, much less ride.........But I am somewhat of a weather wussy......could ride in 11 degree cold I guess....... I've been told that you could replace the chrome muffler outer shields on the stock Vmax muffler. You know, the part...
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