Recent content by stevec677

Are you using the rubber tether?  No way for it to fall out if using the tether listed above.  Only about $5.00 at Cycle Gear.

I know on past years this part was poorly lubricated from the factory.  Have they gotten better on the new bikes (ie 2018 and up)?

Thanks for the replies. I went with the PR-4 GT's. I'm heading out on a 4,000 mile trip and would rather go with a known tire. Next set will be PR5-GT's (hopefully they will be out by then).

I need new tires. I've been running the PR4-GT spec for awhile and have been pleased. I have heard the PR5's are not available in GT spec yet. How important is the GT spec? Should I go with the PR4-GT or the PR5 (non-GT)? I don't use a tail box, don't pull a trailer, and ride solo (but I'm...

He's got a great mentor. Good Luck!!!

Do the mod to the panel over the battery. It easy, doesn't take long and is completely hidden when reassembled. I'm sure a quick search will come up the pictures and directions. I did it years ago and now accessing the battery is as simple as other years. Also, it's free!!!!!

Rest in Peace - Petey. You inspired many and will be missed.

John, It sounds real interesting. It takes me three days to get to Spearfish (and three back home). How many days do you think it will be leaving your house until you return? Vacation time is limited, but available. -Steve

Sorry for your loss and thanks for sharing your thoughts. I don't have a great relationship with my dad, but I did call him after reading this. Thanks!!!

I'm in. It looks like Chuck and his son Eric will also be joining us.

Same here. Yamaha is sending my old Throttle Body Assembly back to Japan to see if they can identify the failure. I asked if they would let me know what they find.

Yamaha replaced my Throttle Body Assembly the other day (thank you YES). I've only had the time/weather to put about a hundred miles on the bike since getting it back. My problem was a little different then Bill's. It was completely intermittent and impossible to reproduce on command. It...

Has anyone heard what color the 2018 will be?

Yup. Going back in the shop on Tuesday.