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    Want A Fast Motorcycle? Better Go Electric! LIGHTNING LS-218

    If it's done right, the end result is land fill. I'd be more worried about the batteries, and the disposal of them. john
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    2012 RT Brake Message Help

    Next time it comes up, check the code, if it's C0049, your brake fluid is low. Usually, 1 or 2 Tablespoons will take care of it. john
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    My Journey Continues........ Riding with a Disability

    As far as downshifting, the only time I downshift my SE5 manually, is if it drops below 4000 rpm, if you are on the throttle, and under 4000, the downshift should be fairly smooth. Look for about 700 to 1000rpm drop when upshifting, and take the rpm to a point that the drop doesn't take the...
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    27 story fire going on in london right now

    Not sure if this has been posted already, but the building had been updated with a sheath on the outside that acted like a chimney for the fire, which is why it spread so fast. john
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    Bikes you would like to see come back

    Kaw KZ1300, Guzzi Convert, Maico K501, Whizzer Sportsman, Bultaco TSS, to name a few. john
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    998 se5 on highway 55mph

    SE clutch locks at 3200 to 3500 RPM, I generally keep mine at 4000 or better. 4000 gives me around 54 MPH in 5th, okay for flatland, but if I want to get up and go, it's 4th or 3rd. john
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    Hi all - Harbor Freight Trailer. Anyone have one?

    What did you do to extend the tongue? I like the handle. I took the 4.80 by 8 wheels off, replaced them with 4.80 by 12, made a kickstand, and replaced the lights with leds. I've got about 4K miles with no problems. I tried slightly wider 12 inch wheels, 5,35, I think, but they wouldn't clear...
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    so another attack, this time on london bridge

    Before Jefferson became President, the US had problems with muslims, the Barbary Pirates. It continued until he sent our first Marines to the area, after that we had no problem with them for close to 200 years. Maybe it's time to do that again. john
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    Getting ready for Homecoming travel

    Patti, if you have the time, check out the Thousand Islands, they're at the east end on Lake Ontario, some of the best scenery in the area. And there's a castle in the middle of the river you can visit; check Boldt's Castle. john
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    what should i check and how do i check the oil

    When you check the oil, engine must be at operating temp, and off. john
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    Spyder - Trike ?

    Looks like it might be just a bit top-heavy! john
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    Brickyard Chapter Ryde May 2017

    I will try to be there, too many irons in the fire to be sure. john
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    Flat Bed AluminumTrailer for Hauling a Spyder

    I haven't measured it, but I'd say between 5 and 6 feet when opened. john
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    Flat Bed AluminumTrailer for Hauling a Spyder

    I'm thinking the "bt" indicates the bifold tailgate, Aluma lists the trailer as a utility model. john
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    Flat Bed AluminumTrailer for Hauling a Spyder

    I have an Aluma 7210bt, with the 24 inch side rails, and a bifold ramp, the front section of the side rail is solid, think "rock guard". Cost was around $2500. john
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    Electrical (light) Problem

    Is the marker light on the front of the fender on? The set up I had for the mudflap light had it hooked to the marker light, so if one is on and the other isn't, you've got a bad wire between them. john
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    Trailer to haul SPYDER RT-S

    I use an Aluma 7210 BT, with 24 inch siderails, works great. Weighs around 500 pounds. john
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    GRIP SIZE

    7/8" handlebar diameter. john
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    How true is this

    Before I retired, sometimes I would lose control of my bike, and go past the parking lot where I worked. It would take me hours to to get it to go where it should. john
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    Two Horns ??

    Connect the relay to power the air horn, tap into the wires on the original horn to energize the relay. A couple of PosiTaps will do it. john
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