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2025 International Rally Reveal
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Seeing as I am familiar with most of the beautiful State of Minnesota, I thought I'd post some insights for the Rally attendess to consider as they...
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Tue Sep 03, 2024 6:59 pm
2024 AVA Blairsville GA, Closing Slide Show
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Hi guys looks like a great time was had by all ,some great photos ,makes me feel like I was there .
Look at what I can do about next year ,
Bye from...
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Wed Jun 26, 2024 12:29 pm
Triangles & Modulators
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SgtSlag »
Wed Mar 26, 2014 5:22 pm
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The topic of 'triangle of lights', and 'headlight modulators' came up in another MC forum, and I did a little searching for information. Here is what...
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OK, so I got my hitch and H/F box trailer. I need to mount a generator and run some wiring for the train lights, air compressor for the train horns...
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Last post by Scott-(Altoona, PA)
Thu Mar 27, 2014 6:19 pm
Allenkey sizes...Help!!!!!!!
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dogzz »
Thu Mar 20, 2014 8:38 pm
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:help: I need to know the Allen bolt. Sizes for the rear rotor
and the one for the bottom of the forks (to remove the inner forks to get at the...
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Hey Vinny, had to go out to the shop but the rear rotor allen is 8mm and the bottom of the fork is 6mm. Make sure the 6mm is long and in great shape...
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Last post by Gator Mike
Fri Mar 21, 2014 12:42 am
After Market Radios
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suzib6sw »
Tue Jun 04, 2013 7:30 pm
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Folks.. With the increasing difficulty obtaining the LCD displays for the Stock Radio, Im looking now at aftermarket radios to slot into the...
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What you have to weigh up is the losses in going to aftermarket..
1: No more auto speed/volume adjust
2: No intercom
3: no CB integration if fitted...
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Last post by suzib6sw
Wed Mar 19, 2014 8:38 pm
Rear shock oil change
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Chris near Kansas City »
Mon Mar 03, 2014 2:52 pm
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According to the manual, you fill the shock up all the way and then remove 160ml of fluid. Sounds too easy. The 230ml that is also listed in the...
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Where did you find a UPS driver who will install motorcycle parts :gig: :gig:
I thought the same thing! Sorry Ken it just read funny.
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Last post by Scott-(Altoona, PA)
Fri Mar 14, 2014 2:02 am
speed bleeders
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dogzz »
Tue Feb 25, 2014 2:41 am
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I want to get speed bleeders for my v12 ,does anyone know the size i need? I found them at a local auto parts & i want to get the right ones :pray:...
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Thank you sir ! Just what I needed :thmup:
Vinny
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Last post by dogzz
Tue Feb 25, 2014 4:15 pm
low tech brake tip
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richardb, austin »
Sun Feb 23, 2014 10:08 pm
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If you are going to R&R your brake pads and R&R the brake fluid in the same maintenance operation, do the pads first. If you already changed the...
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good advise....I like to open the bleeder to compress the piston for the new pads. That way I'm always adding new clean fluid and never pushing the...
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Last post by 96desertXII
Sun Feb 23, 2014 11:00 pm
Finally took photo's of 3W LED's on bike...
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SgtSlag »
Sat Feb 01, 2014 9:51 pm
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Slide_Show
The link, above, should pull up a slide show with both the waterproof, 3W bicycle LED's, and some photo's of the inexpensive Emgo...
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No, you are not nuts , crazy , maybe... :devl
Just kidding! :wnk2:
They will get the road lit up for you, that is certain! As for using them...
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Sun Feb 16, 2014 5:39 pm
Hooking up the rear speakers
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I got a red one »
Wed Feb 12, 2014 4:03 pm
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Hey all,
Former owner had the rear rack mounted speakers disconnected when he installed a JVC Radio to replace the stock one that was shot. The rear...
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It should be loomed with the wiring from the bike that connects to the rear passenger audio controls. One white and one green connector.
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Last post by Chris near Kansas City
Thu Feb 13, 2014 1:11 am
radio question
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crash33 »
Sat Dec 28, 2013 11:08 pm
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the adventure continues, i bought a working radio off ebay and just got around to swapping it out ,I think it was put in right after the kitchen...
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D'oh...
Thats what happens as we age and try to remember stuff..
TS-G1043R and TS-G1044R
the former has probably been discontinued but Ebay and...
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Last post by suzib6sw
Sat Feb 08, 2014 3:12 pm
GPS mounts
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Lance McCaw »
Thu Jan 02, 2014 1:24 am
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Anybody got pictures of how they have there GPS mounted on the 1200. I am trying to decide what mount to buy for my garmin nuvi 50.
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I mounted mine on top of the cruise control and drilled a hole to hold the mounting screw. I ran the wires from the GPS unit under the cruise control...
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Last post by Lance McCaw
Mon Feb 03, 2014 12:04 am
banjo bolt
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Lance McCaw »
Sat Feb 01, 2014 12:03 am
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I need the torque spec on the banjo bolts going to the cylinder head in front of the crossover tube. Can anyone help. I am looking online but no luck.
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Section 4 page 2 of the service manual shows 18 ft lbs.
Thank you John now I will finish this job tomorrow.
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Last post by Lance McCaw
Sat Feb 01, 2014 12:44 am
Screw tightening torque fork brace
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gery »
Tue Jan 28, 2014 8:36 pm
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Tell me guys, what torque should I tighten the fornt brace screws?
thanks gery
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Many thanks.
gery
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Last post by gery
Wed Jan 29, 2014 7:27 am
Crankcase splitting
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terwine »
Sat Jan 25, 2014 5:45 pm
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Does anyone have a tip to split the crankcase? I've sprayed seam with penetrating solvent and heated the case next to a stove. Have managed only to...
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Got it. Thanks. Going after after generator/starter chain.
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Last post by terwine
Sat Jan 25, 2014 9:46 pm
Voyager videos
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Chris near Kansas City »
Fri Jun 28, 2013 10:37 pm
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Windshield removal and installation:
Fairing removal:
Inside the fairing:
Fairing installation:
Kickstand operation:
Cruise cable...
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But then what would we do on the second day?
Maybe go for a ride--looking for Nancy Sinatra, the perfect burger, and (maybe) a beer. ;-)
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Last post by Bruce in OK
Tue Jan 21, 2014 2:45 am
CB radio zg 1200
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gery »
Wed Dec 25, 2013 9:40 am
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Hi guys
I wanted to ask where I can buy a complete CB radio to Voyager XII?
I greet gery
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I have one listed in the classifieds for $320.00 the only thing I don't have for it is the one filter that goes in the fan circuit and the antenna...
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Last post by chevyman1
Mon Jan 20, 2014 3:11 pm
brace
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gery »
Sat Jan 11, 2014 1:29 pm
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Hi
Tell me guys, whether it is original item? And whether this affects on the running of the motorcycle?
greet gery
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If Any one wants to get rid of one.I will take that paper weight off your hands.
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Last post by Rick near Kansas city
Mon Jan 13, 2014 1:05 pm
Winter/Snow tyres
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stevejinde »
Thu Oct 17, 2013 12:43 pm
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Anyone have any thoughts on winter tyres for when we have snow on the ground?
Here in Germany it's ileagal to ride your bike (or drive the cage)...
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Dont forget one of these.
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Last post by Tat2demon
Fri Dec 20, 2013 3:40 am
Low cost Battery Maintainer
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suzib6sw »
Fri Dec 13, 2013 8:40 pm
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Im pretty sure Wal-***t has the price wrong as this beastie is anything from $25 upwards..
but its at the above mentioned site at $15 at the moment...
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The Yuasa 12v 900ma Smart Shot tender is a very good unit as well. These have lasted for years charging my bikes. I have found them for about $25.
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Last post by Mr Jensee
Mon Dec 16, 2013 2:01 pm
rear wheel change ( more than one way to skin a cat )
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crash33 »
Sat Nov 30, 2013 7:26 pm
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well the fun begins, replace the rear wheel and tire with one I bought that had a brand new tire on it.
Followed the directions and got everything...
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Hey Crash33!
You are aware, of course, of the Lone Star Voyagers (mostly Texas) chapter of this outfit aren't you?
Join us on the forum & on the...
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Last post by richardb, austin
Sun Dec 08, 2013 2:30 am
ignighter on my 1987
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Lance McCaw »
Thu Nov 28, 2013 2:53 am
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Just was reading about ignighters for 1986-1987 are not the best. I bought a battery before I found this site. I read that the dragging sometimes...
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Price is $414.21 on bikebandit.com part number 21119. (Reference only) for a new one.
on the site the Voyager is listed as a cruiser.
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Last post by Mr Jensee
Fri Nov 29, 2013 12:59 pm
Help finding and repairing clutch fluid leak.
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idaho kid »
Mon Sep 16, 2013 12:21 am
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I was going to ride, but found my clutch was not operating because all the fluid was missing from the reservoir. Where is the best place to start to...
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spray powder deodorant works great and you can get in tight spaces with it.........
:hpdc: :hpdc:
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Last post by carl leo
Wed Nov 13, 2013 11:22 pm
front and rear wheel removal?
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crash33 »
Wed Nov 13, 2013 9:58 pm
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ok since I dont have a book yet, was wondering what it takes to remove and replace them ? torque specs and such?
Thanks
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Not necessarily. I had the same thing and it turned out that the front tire was replaced. First check the balance wheel and tire.
I greet gery
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Last post by gery
Mon Dec 23, 2013 4:09 pm
Injection on the XII
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stevejinde »
Fri Nov 08, 2013 3:21 pm
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Just a thought, has anyone played around with injection on the XII?
With the ever tightening of legislations and many cities tightening their traffic...
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Well a friend of mine has a complete DFI from a GPz1100 and if we can fit it so that I can revert back to carbs when I have problems or for when I...
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Last post by stevejinde
Sat Nov 23, 2013 9:39 am
ignition switch wiring
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cushman eagle »
Sun Nov 03, 2013 12:03 am
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Before I do my winter service this time, I would like to find out if the ignition switch can be rewired with all new wiring to replace the loops I...
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Thank you ekap for your response. :clap: I will find out more when I get to it after my winter downtime happens. :hmm:
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Last post by cushman eagle
Wed Nov 06, 2013 2:39 am
fuel filter change
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feenixx613 »
Tue Nov 05, 2013 3:31 pm
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Help again please! If it was a Vulcan 900 or 1400 intruder I would know, but the xii is still new to me! The manual states to REMOVE FUEL TANK in...
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Thanks for posting all this info. Just got done with changing the filter out (OEM). Found out that if you need to plug the fuel line, a 1/4 extension...
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Thu Apr 20, 2017 5:52 pm
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